Talking ESG podcast

Join us as we explore ESG issues and how they impact Mills & Reeve as an organisation, our people, clients and the wider communities that we serve.

For those of you who are new to the topic, ESG is an acronym which stands for Environmental, Social and Governance. Each episode will explore different elements of ESG and delve into the people, teams and practices that make Mills & Reeve a responsibly run, sustainable, diverse and inclusive workplace.

The podcasts are also available on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts - just search Talking ESG to subscribe and listen!

Talking ESG - ESG in the health and care sector, part 2

In the second part of our special feature on ESG in the health and care sector, Jill Mason is joined by Joanna Balmer, chief executive officer at Oakland Care, and Torsten Mack, investment director at Downing LLP.

The group share invaluable advice for providers beginning their ESG journey, reveal investor expectations, and offer fantastic tips on integrating ESG into your business.
LGBTQ+ history month with Matthew Jameson

In a session recorded originally as a webinar, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Wellbeing Ainslie Wilson-Shearer talks to Matthew Jameson from the LGBTQ+ charity out together. They discuss the charity and his work with Out Together, as well as his experience as being in the first gay couple on Married at First Sight UK in 2021.
Introducing the Mindful Business Charter

In this episode, Charlie Pendlebury is joined by Charlotte Clegg, community engagement executive for the Mindful Business Charter (MBC). They discuss the work of the MBC, how stress can be managed in the workplace and how law firms can effectively embed the MBC into their organisations.
A chat with Business in the Community

Jess is joined by Gudrun Cartwright Climate Director at Business in the Community as they discuss the just transition, the work and research BiTC have been doing to support businesses in futureproofing themselves and the workforce.
Biodiversity with Albanwise

We’re back for season 2 with a brand new host. Join senior sustainability manager, Jessica Wilkes-Ball as we continue to discuss all things ESG.

In this episode, Jessica and Neil Pearson (head of ESG at Mills & Reeve) are treated to a tour of the Beverley countryside with Albanwise environment director, Mike Edwards, and discuss all things biodiversity. Jess, Neil and Mike discuss the Albanwise wetland creations, carbon offsetting and the environmental challenges facing UK farming.
Bonus episode - ESG in the health and care sector

Join Jill Mason, Head of Health and Care at Mills & Reeve as guest host of this special health and care sector episode.

Jill is joined by experts, Steve Fergus, Head of Healthcare at Barclays and Jonathan Freeman, CEO of the Care Tech Foundation and Director of Sustainability at Care Tech. They discuss all things ESG in the care sector, including what it means practically for those on the ground, the challenges facing the health and care sector and the support available for their ESG journey.
Maternity leave and working parents

Angie is joined by Amy Bell and Emma Harrison, both lawyers at Mills & Reeve, to explore all things maternity leave. The trio discuss what maternity leave is like, how it feels to return to work, the challenges facing working parents and the support available.
Social

Angie and regular guests, Ainslie Wilson-Shearer and Steph Amor (the diversity, inclusion & wellbeing team at Mills & Reeve) tackle the S in ESG.

In this episode we explore what the S is, how diversity and inclusion fits into it and why diverse workforces are so important when it comes to solving business challenges.
ESG in the Food and Agribusiness Sectors

In this episode, we focus on ESG in the food and agribusiness sector. Angie is joined by Alex Kenworthy and Michael Aubrey, partners in the sector, to explore all things ESG in food and agribusiness. They discuss the challenges businesses face, the legal implications and how methods of farming are changing and adapting.
Re-entering the legal profession after time away

In this episode, Angie looks at the experiences of women re-entering the legal profession after time away for career changes, childcare or other reasons. Claire Gregory and Tamsin Morris are lawyers in our environmental team, and share their experiences, and the stigmas and barriers they faced. On the other side of things, they also discuss the benefits and gains law firms and hirers can experience by welcoming individuals back into the industry after time away.
Sustainability

Ever wondered how bread waste can support sustainability, client networking and create good beer? Tune in to episode four to find out.

Angie discusses all things sustainability with Mills & Reeve's Neil Pearson, Partner and Head of ESG and Social Value, and Sustainability Manager, Jessica Wilkes-Ball, as well as Jamie Palmer, CEO and co-founder of Social Supermarket.

Jess, Neil and Angie explore Mills & Reeve’s commitment to net zero, our first ever sustainability report, and our future in sustainability. Jamie provides insight on how Social Supermarket are striving to create a positive impact through everyday purchases.
The staff network

In this episode, Angie and the Mills & Reeve diversity, inclusion and wellbeing team (Ainslie Wilson-Shearer and Stephanie Amor) discuss all things staff networks.

Staff networks are incredibly important to us at Mills & Reeve, providing a safe and supportive space for our people to be their most authentic selves at work. They offer a collective voice and the opportunity for learning. In this podcast, we look at what staff networks are, the role that they play in organisations, and their importance in the wider diversity and inclusion agenda.
ESG in the real estate and commercial sectors

In episode two, Angie is joined by Laura Ludlow, Principal Associate in our real estate team, Carla Parsons, Associate in our commercial team and regular guest, Head of ESG and Social Value, Neil Pearson.

We delve into the key issues and hot topics impacting ESG in the real estate and commercial sectors, and explore what ESG means for us, our clients and our communities beyond Net Zero and sustainability.
Environmental

Episode one of the Mills & Reeve Talking ESG podcast series!

Angie Morley is joined by Neil Pearson, Partner and Head of ESG and Social Value and Sustainability Manager, Jessica Wilkes-Ball, to discuss the E in ESG (Environmental) and the importance this has to daily life at Mills & Reeve as we work towards net zero by 2050. We discuss key sustainability issues facing businesses and how we are gathering momentum around ESG awareness and engagement internally and with our clients.

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