Faith Brynel Talks Law

From Startup to Supermarket: The Real Journey Behind Flake BakeIn this episode of Faith Brynel Talks Law (Season 8, Episode 4), I am joined by Mike Williams, Co-Founder of Flake Bake, to discuss his journey into entrepreneurship and what it really takes to build a successful brand from the ground up.Mike shares how he moved from idea to execution, the realities of starting a business, and the discipline required to grow something in a competitive space. We also explore his experience of winning Aldi’s Next Big Thing 2024, and how that moment accelerated the visibility and development of Flake Bake.This episode is for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and early career professionals who are exploring alternative paths, building something alongside their studies or careers, or looking for honest insight into what it takes to turn an idea into a viable business.It is also for anyone who feels uncertain about their direction and wants to understand what it looks like to take a risk, stay consistent, and build something meaningful over time.

Episode 3: How to Know If the Bar Is the Right Career for YouIn this episode of Faith Brynel Talks Law, Faith explores one of the most common questions aspiring lawyers ask: how do you know if the Bar is the right career for you?Faith discusses the realities of life at the Bar beyond the courtroom, including advocacy, independence, resilience, and the importance of gaining real exposure to the profession. She reflects on the skills that barristers rely on, such as analytical thinking, persuasive communication, and the ability to perform under pressure.The podcast also features conversations with guests from different industries, including Mike, co-founder of Flake Bake, demonstrating how entrepreneurship and building ventures outside of law can shape professional journeys and broaden perspectives on career development.Whether you are considering a career at the Bar or exploring different paths within the legal profession, this episode offers practical insights into what the journey really involves.Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

In this episode of the Faith Brynel Talks Law podcast, Faith reflects on her journey from studying Politics at King’s College London to pursuing a career at the Bar. She shares how her degree shaped the way she thinks about law, power and justice, and why a non-law background can actually strengthen legal reasoning rather than hold you back.Drawing on modules such as Comparing Political Systems, International Institutions and Global Governance, Political Economy of Immigration and Ethics, Economics and Public Policy, Faith explores how studying politics developed her analytical thinking, research skills and understanding of how laws operate within wider political systems. She also reflects on being part of KCLUNA, the King’s College London United Nations Association, and how those discussions about global governance and diplomacy influenced her interest in law.This episode is for aspiring lawyers, students considering the law conversion route, and anyone wondering whether a non-law degree can lead to the Bar. Faith explains why different academic backgrounds bring valuable perspectives to the legal profession and how studying politics provided a strong intellectual foundation for studying law.Tags / Keywords (for podcast platforms)

Faith Brynel Talks LawSeason 8 Episode 1Pivot, Not PanicSeason 8 begins with a reset.In this opening episode, Faith Brynel reflects on her journey from a non law background in Politics at King’s College London to now completing her MA Law conversion as an aspiring barrister. Recently featured on BBC News for her resilience and career transition, Faith shares what it really looks like to pivot without panicking academically, professionally and personally.This episode sets the tone for a new chapter of the podcast with honest conversations about breaking into law, achieving distinction level work, building advocacy skills, navigating rejection and turning transferable skills into legal strength. Season 8 is for aspiring lawyers, career changers and anyone standing at the edge of something new.BBC feature https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp81j7n2271oStudent Snapshot https://www.law.ac.uk/resources/blog/student-snapshot-faith-brynel-pomell/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@faithbrynelsinsightscicBecause sometimes the most powerful move is not to panic. It is to pivot.

Faith Brynel Talks Law marks a powerful new chapter.Formerly Faith Brynel’s Insights, the podcast has rebranded to reflect growth, clarity and direction. This is no longer just insight. This is focused conversation, lived experience and real-time navigation of the legal profession.Hosted by Faith Brynel, a Politics graduate from King’s College London now completing her MA Law conversion and training to become a barrister, this platform documents the journey from non-law background to the Bar. Recently featured on BBC News for her resilience and career transition, Faith shares the realities of breaking into law, achieving distinction-level work, building advocacy skills and turning setbacks into strategy.Season 8 introduces “Pivot, Not Panic” — a series for aspiring lawyers, career changers and future leaders. Expect honest conversations, practical study strategies, discussions on pupillage and Bar training, and interviews with solicitors, judges, barristers and professionals shaping the legal landscape.This is where ambition meets preparation.This is where pressure becomes purpose.This is Faith Brynel Talks Law.