Episodes 56
Avg. Duration 41m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (13)
Since Jun 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
Consistency
99%
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About This Podcast

The Counsel Podcast is for in-house lawyers who want honest conversations and practical insights about life inside legal teams. Host Mel Storey chats with leaders across the profession and shares tips to help you grow and thrive in-house. Connect with Mel on Instagram @CareerBigSis or LinkedIn. Thank you for being here!

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58. Going in Different Directions Is Not Failure with Nick Brown

Jun 10, 2026 44m

Nick Brown is the General Counsel of Airtree Ventures, one of Australia's most prominent venture capital firms, and the first lawyer to set up a legal function inside two separate businesses. He…

57. You Didn't Read the Document with Eric Ries

May 27, 2026 51m

Eric Ries changed how a generation of founders think about building companies. Now, with his new book Incorruptible, he is making the case that teaching people how to build something great was only…

56. I Called My Boss and Asked to Be Included in the Layoff with Laura Frederick

May 13, 2026 51m

Laura Frederick spent her entire career doing one thing: commercial contracts. From propane agreements to uranium trading to deals at Tesla, she said no to every GC role that would have taken her…

55. A Fiery Little Revolution From the Inside with Mollie Tregillis

Apr 29, 2026 55m

Mollie Tregillis spent years building a senior consulting practice inside one of Australia's largest law firms. She had the team, the mandate, the support of leadership, and work she had essentially…

54. I Had No Idea I Could Feel This Way About My Work

Apr 15, 2026 17m

Nine months out of a 15-year corporate legal career, Mel Storey sits down for an honest solo episode covering what the transition has actually been like, what she has been building, and what she is…

53. The Golden Donut Trap with Brett Colvin, CEO of Goodlawyer

Mar 31, 2026 48m

Brett Colvin, CEO & Cofounder of Goodlawyer, joined me for a conversation about legal careers, in-house work and what it would actually take to make law a more desirable profession to practise…

52. You Don’t Want to Be a Deal Killer with Nada Alnajafi

Mar 18, 2026 51m

Nada Alnajafi joins Mel for a conversation about contracts, in house judgment and the kind of legal work that actually moves a business forward. This is a grounded conversation about what commercial…

51. From Legal Leader to the Boardroom and building self-confidence with Jen Luther

Mar 04, 2026 50m

Jen Luther is an experienced Product Counsel, sits on the boards of the Future of Privacy Forum and AI 2030 and advises early-stage founders on governance and strategy. This conversation starts with…

50. Future Fit Legal Ops in Practice with Patty Corey

Feb 18, 2026 53m

In this conversation, legal operations professional Patty Corey breaks down what legal ops actually is, why so many CLM implementations fail, and what the role needs to look like in an AI-driven…

49. Navigating Brand Infringement in the Age of AI: All things IP with Josh Gerben

Feb 04, 2026 49m

In this conversation, trademark attorney Josh Gerben discusses the intricacies of trademark law, emphasising the importance of proactive trademark management and the evolving landscape influenced by…

48. From Law School to In-House Success: Irene Kuo's Journey

Jan 20, 2026 48m

In this engaging conversation, Irene Kuo shares her unique journey from law school to becoming a successful in-house lawyer. She discusses her early influences, the challenges faced in the legal…

47. Navigating Life After Corporate: A Personal Journey with Mel

Jan 07, 2026 21m

In this episode, your host, Mel Storey, reflects on her transition from corporate life to building a new career as a content creator and media company. She shares her experiences, the challenges…

46. In-House Outside the Box: Heather Stevenson on leaving BigLaw, Career Pivots and in-house practice in VC land

Nov 12, 2025 54m

In this episode, Mel connects with Boston-based lawyer and creator Heather Stevenson for a candid conversation about career reinvention, online visibility, and modern in-house leadership. Heather…

45. Next Gen Legend: Chloe Giamadakis on balancing ambition, study and making your mark early

Oct 30, 2025 40m

In this episode, Chloe Giamadakis shares her journey in the legal field, discussing her ambition, the importance of a supportive network and how she overcomes "imposter syndrome". She emphasises the…

44. Leading with Heart: Mel asks Simon Playford all about lawyerin' in the not for profit world

Oct 14, 2025 41m

In this episode, Mel sits down with Brisbane-based in-house lawyer and all round good human Simon Playford to explore what it means to bring purpose, agility and humanity to legal work. Simon’s…

43. Life after Law: from General Counsel to Chief Operations Officer with Anna Tichborne

Oct 01, 2025 46m

In this episode of the Counsel Podcast, Mel reunites with long-time friend and former colleague Anna Tichborne for a candid conversation about career evolution, leadership and the courage to step…

42. WE ARE BACK! SEASON FIVE! MEL GIVES YOU A BIG LIFE UPDATE AND WHAT IS COMING THIS SEASON

Sep 19, 2025 9m

The Counsel Podcast is back for Season 5! In this opening episode, Mel Storey shares a deeply personal update: leaving her role as Head of Legal (APAC) at Pax8 to step into self-employment for the…

41. Brief it out: Mel asks litigator, law firm founder and social media savant, James D'Apice, how the best in house lawyers work with outside counsel

May 01, 2024 37m

James d'Apice is a commercial and litigation lawyer who recently launched a new law firm, Gravamen. James is also passionate about sharing engaging and nuanced legal updates through his video series…

40. “I get to combine my passion and purpose” - Mel asks General Counsel Elisabeth Flett about Building a Purposeful Legal Career | Interview

Mar 25, 2024 53m

About Our Guest: Elisabeth Flett is the General Counsel and Company Secretary of Cancer Council NSW. Elisabeth and Mel discuss finding purpose and passion in your career, including Elisabeth's…

39. “I’m not here to teach the world a lesson. I’m just here to be me” - Mel asks Legal Counsel Yosr Hamza about working in the Middle East, Legal Careers and Caregiving | Interview

Feb 27, 2024 44m

About Our Guest: Yosr Hamza is Head of Legal and Director of Legal and Compliance at Gartner. In addition to her work as a lawyer and business advisor, Yosr is a proud caregiver and advocate for…

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