Fishers on the Case

By fishersonthecase

Fishers on the Case is the official podcast from Fishers Solicitors, hosted by Amanda Payne. Each episode features honest and engaging conversations with business owners, industry experts and membe

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How many episodes does Fishers on the Case have?

The podcast currently has 7 episodes available.

Fishers on the Case episodes:

February 20, 2026 Bank Robbers, Managing People and Networking - Fishers on the Case - EP 7
In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne is joined by Sarah Beggin from Approach.

Sarah shares her fascinating career journey, from starting in banking in 1990, progressing to branch manager and sales coach, going through a bank robbery on her final day, and eventually setting up her own business specialising in networking, business development and telephone confidence training.

They discuss managing people, job sharing challenges, moving from corporate life into entrepreneurship, the power of networking, and why confidence on the phone is becoming a lost skill.

Amanda and Sarah also explore conveyancing, selling a house, and why engaging with your solicitor early could reduce delays and fall throughs.

An honest, practical and energetic conversation about career changes, community and building confidence in business.
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24min
February 06, 2026 What are the 2026 Changes to Employment Law - Fishers on the Case - EP 6
Welcome to Fishers on the Case, hosted by Amanda Payne, CEO of Fishers Solicitors.

In this episode, Amanda is joined by Karen Robinson from KR4HR, an HR consultant and senior leadership coach with nearly 20 years of HR experience. Karen shares her career story, how she fell into HR, why she decided to set up her own limited company, and what life is like running a business from home (with two German shepherds keeping her busy).

They then dive into one of the biggest topics for employers right now, the possible changes to employment law in 2026. Karen explains what is being discussed, including:

Potential day one employment rights and what that could mean for employers

Fair dismissal changes and how probation periods might work

Possible updates to statutory sick pay

Changes linked to trade union recognition

Why businesses should be proactive now, not reactive later

Karen also shares practical advice on what employers can tighten up today, from recruitment and interview processes to probation reviews, contracts, policies and training line managers for difficult conversations.

If you employ people, manage a team, or run a business, this episode is packed with grounded insight and clear next steps.
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21min
January 23, 2026 What is planning and Architectural Design? - Fishers on the Case - EP 5 Mark Smalley
In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne is joined by Mark Smalley, Managing Director of David Granger Architectural Design.

Mark shares his career journey of being an architectural design and eventually leading a well established practice. Amanda and Mark explore what architectural design actually involves, from early feasibility and planning through to building regulations, land registry plans and site inspections.

The conversation also dives into real world issues homeowners and buyers face, including planning conditions on new build properties, boundary disputes, land registry inaccuracies and why early legal advice is so important when developing or purchasing land.

A practical and informative episode for anyone buying, building, developing or simply wanting to understand how planning and property design really works.
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26min
January 09, 2026 What's it like working at Fishers Solicitors? - Fishers on the Case - EP 4 May Harriman
In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne sits down with May Harriman to talk about what it is really like working at Fishers Solicitors.

May shares her career journey, what her role involves day to day and how her experience at the firm has shaped her professionally. Amanda and May also discuss the culture at Fishers, the opportunities available and what makes working at the firm different from expectations people may have of a legal career.

An honest conversation for anyone curious about life inside a law firm or considering a career in law.
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15min
December 19, 2025 What is an Independent Financial Advisor? - Fishers on the Case - EP 3 Hannah Cowell
In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne speaks with Hannah Cowell to answer a question: What is an Independent Financial Advisor?

Hannah breaks down what an IFA actually does, how independent advice works and how she supports clients with money decisions, planning and financial confidence. Amanda and Hannah also talk about Hannah’s life and career, including how she entered the industry and what shaped her path to becoming an IFA.
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17min
December 05, 2025 How a Legal Partner Started a New Life After the War in Ukraine - Fishers on the Case - EP 2 Viktoriia Smyrnova
In this episode of Fishers on the Case, host Amanda Payne speaks with Viktoriia Smyrnova about her remarkable journey from Ukraine to the UK and how the war forced her to rebuild her life and career.

Viktoriia shares how she left her home, the challenges she faced during the transition and how she found a new path. Amanda and Viktoriia talk about resilience, starting again in a new country and the strength it takes to build a future after such life-changing events. A powerful and inspiring conversation that gives a real look at how conflict can shape both personal and professional journeys.

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20min
November 21, 2025 Why is it so Hard to buy a House? - Fishers on the Case - EP 1 Dan Bennett
Welcome to the first episode of Fishers on the Case, hosted by Amanda Payne from Fishers Solicitors.

In this episode, Amanda is joined by Dan Bennett, the owner of Digby and Finch Estate Agents. Dan shares the story of his career journey, starting with his early life working with horses, moving into his first role as an estate agent, and eventually setting up his own successful agency.

Together, Amanda and Dan look into what is really happening in the housing market right now. They talk about why buying a home feels slow and stressful for so many people, what causes the delays, and what the government might do to make the process smoother.

If you are interested in property, local business stories or the realities behind the scenes in estate agency, this episode gives you a grounded and honest look at the current climate.

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29min

FAQs about Fishers on the Case:

How many episodes does Fishers on the Case have?

The podcast currently has 7 episodes available.