My name is Nondumiso Phenyane. I teach the law of evidence at a South African university. In this podcast, I invite guests to talk about academia, the law, and ...
Judges Drop Bars in Law, Love, and Poetry | Professor Hoctor
Send us a textI am excited to share an episode that gave me a lot of delight to record, partly because it is my first strictly academic episode, but also because I recorded it with my mentor Professor Hoctor!In this episode, Professor Hoctor explains the interesting parallels between law and poetry. He takes us through how the two often feed off of each other in insightful ways. Listen and learn about:The similarities and differences between law and poetry; Why judges sometimes turn to poetry in their legal reasoning; and When judicial officers have written judgments as poems or rap songs!A fascinating discussion. https://www.tiktok.com/@nonds_academe?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
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5. Lessons from TikTok | A new direction for this podcast
Send us a textAfter a year-long hiatus from the podcast, I am back with new insights! In this episode, I share the lessons I learnt on TikTok about how to reach more people. I also set out a new direction for the podcast, which includes:Broadening the scope of the topics covered in the podcast;Using the podcast to "open up" the classroom; andUsing the podcast to discuss difficult issues under calmer conditions.I hope this provides some clarity. https://www.tiktok.com/@nonds_academe?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
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4. Be Inspired by Asanele | Navigating academic and racial tensions with passion
Send us a textOne of the great treasures of being a lecturer is connecting with students. In this episode, I had a conversation with one of my brightest students, Asanele Ndevu. We spoke about the impact of COVID on her academic life, how she navigated racial tensions at her university, and how she overcame any academic challenges that came her way. Asanele is wise and insightful. I hope you draw inspiration from her courage, light, and energy. https://www.tiktok.com/@nonds_academe?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
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3. Staying safe from crime and preserving evidence | Sergeant Cornelius
Send us a textIn this pivotal episode, Sergeant Cornelius from the SAPS Stellenbosch Police Station shares critical information about how one can preserve evidence after being subjected to a crime. He also helps us understand:How SAPS collects and preserves evidence;Crime patterns in the Stellenbosch area; How we can improve our safety; andSome of the challenges faced by SAPS members.Some of the information shared in this podcast pertains to Stellenbosch. However, the general information and principles Sergeant Cornelius shares are helpful to anyone who lives or visits South Africa. Thank you for listening. I hope you find the episode as enriching as I did. https://www.tiktok.com/@nonds_academe?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
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2. How to thrive through your first year of law school | Ebrezia Johnson
Send us a textIn this Episode, Mrs Ebrezia Johnson, a lecturer at Stellenbosch University, shares practical tips and skills to help students thrive through their first year of law school. Some of the information contained in the podcast pertains to Stellenbosch University students. But, do not be dismayed because the underlying principles in each of her tips are useful for all law students. Her tips include:Techniques to learn to make the most of your learning experience.How to make the most of the support systems available at your university, especially if you come from an under-resourced background. How to conduct yourself with integrity throughout your studies. This was fun and enriching to record. I hope you enjoy it. https://www.tiktok.com/@nonds_academe?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
My name is Nondumiso Phenyane. I teach the law of evidence at a South African university. In this podcast, I invite guests to talk about academia, the law, and career development in a relatable way.
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