The Crafty Show - Crafty Counsel's in-house legal podcast

What does it take to change careers, raise your voice, and thrive in-house?

In this episode, Nadiye Morgan, Legal Counsel at YuLife, joins Griffin Hoyle to share her story of shifting from property to law, building community through Crafty X, and finding resilience - in life, work, and powerlifting.

Expect honest reflections on career change, navigating bias, and what real allyship looks like. Plus: why progress beats perfection, and how to ask for more.

In this episode of the Inside In-House Legal Podcast, Sophie McKibbin, Head of Business and Legal Affairs at Pophouse Entertainment, takes us behind the scenes of one of Europe’s most creative companies. From negotiating IP deals to advising on artist partnerships and live productions, Sophie touches on her work at Pophouse, the founding investor and production partner for ABBA Voyage, offering a glimpse into the legal side of supporting creative ventures.

In this episode of Inside In-house Legal, Griffin Hoyle speaks with Punam Mehta, Group General Counsel at Longevity Partners.

Punam’s journey has taken her from arbitration in Abu Dhabi to the frontlines of decarbonising the built environment. Along the way, she’s navigated crisis management, data privacy, private equity investment, and the challenge of building a legal function from scratch.

She shares candid insights on:

• What it takes to build trust as a first-time GC in a fast-growth business
• Why in-house careers aren’t ladders but climbing walls
• The realities of “doing more with less”
• How GCs can balance law, ethics, and purpose in shaping the businesses of tomorrow

A wide-ranging and practical conversation for in-house lawyers at any stage of their career.

Rob Saunders’ career has taken him from the broadcast rights of the Olympic Games to the highly regulated world of online gambling. In this episode of the Inside In-House Legal Podcast, Rob speaks with host Toby Hornet about the pivotal lessons he’s learned along the way - from building trust with the business to leading legal teams through complexity.

Rob shares why regulation should be embraced as both the right thing to do and a sustainable business strategy - and why it’s better to have an expressly regulated industry than risk pushing vulnerable people towards black market operators. He also reflects on the role of in-house lawyers as more than just legal advisors, but as strategic leaders influencing reputation, ethics, and long-term decision-making.

This wide-ranging conversation covers resilience, leadership, and the responsibility lawyers carry in shaping how companies act. Whether you’re early in your in-house journey or leading at the top, Rob’s story is full of practical takeaways and thought-provoking insights.

In this special episode of Inside In-house Legal, Toby Hornett (Head of Community) turns the mic towards a familiar face—Griffen Hoyle, Crafty Counsel’s Head of Content and the creative mind behind Crafty Fest.

Together, they unpack what really goes into designing standout agendas, why themes like “hats” and “compasses” matter, and how a bit of chaos can lead to magic.

Expect honest reflections, practical insight, and a dash of joy—from wild card pitches to empty chair surprises, and everything in between.

Whether you're planning your first event or just curious about how Crafty makes it all look so smooth, this one’s for you.

When Lucy Allen, Chief Growth Officer at BARBRI, experienced a sudden and overwhelming perimenopause symptom in the middle of a high-stakes meeting, it changed everything.

That moment sparked a movement: Menopause Matters.

In this episode, Lucy shares:

• Her personal story and why she went public
• How workplaces can better support employees during menopause
• Practical ideas to turn awareness into action

This conversation is raw, real, and a reminder that open dialogue changes culture.

Zelda Perkins responds to new UK legislation that could make silencing NDAs unenforceable. She reflects on power, ethics, and what this moment means for legal and HR teams.

 🎧 Missed Part One? Catch up now.

Before the headlines, there were individuals taking extraordinary risks to challenge abuse.

In this episode, Zelda Perkins (Founder of Can’t Buy My Silence) shares her story of signing (and later breaking) the NDA that protected Harvey Weinstein.

Zelda describes the reality of “legal waterboarding,” the weight of being silenced, and why the legal profession must confront the human cost of confidentiality agreements.

She challenges lawyers to question how NDAs are used, look beyond process to people, and stand up for a culture where speaking up is the norm—not the exception.

This is a conversation every legal professional should hear.

Listen now to explore:

• How NDAs became tools to hide misconduct
• What it feels like to have your voice taken away
• Why the system, not just individuals, needs reform
• How you can play a part in change

This week we are bringing you a special episode of our podcast, Inside In-House Legal. Once a quarter, we host Crafty Innovates - a call open to anyone in the legal ecosystem interested in innovation (in it’s many varieties!).

Back in September, we dived into the critical topic of mental health in the legal profession with our Crafty Fest 2024 Charity Partner, LawCare. This discussion, between Toby Hornett, Elizabeth Rimmer (Chief Executive, LawCare) and David McCahon, explores mental health in the legal profession to share guidance and raise awareness.

💡 Why Listen?

Mental health is a cornerstone of a thriving legal career, yet it often doesn't get the attention it deserves. This episode sheds light on the challenges faced by legal professionals and offers thoughtful perspectives on fostering wellbeing.

Let's continue the conversation on mental health and build a stronger, more supportive legal community together. 💬

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In the latest episode of the Insight In-House Legal podcast, Ben White chats with Michael Bernstein, Senior Legal Counsel at Trustpilot.

Michael shares how his entrepreneurial upbringing and creative background shaped his approach to in-house legal roles, emphasising problem-solving, adaptability, and building strong professional relationships.

He also discusses the transformative role of AI in legal and offers advice for young lawyers: “Your job as an in-house lawyer is to be the brakes on the car—knowing when to say yes and when to say no.”

Don’t miss this episode packed with insights!