
Law Beyond Borders
Law Beyond Borders is the official podcast of ELSA Tilburg. Hosted by Alisa Buchin and Konstantina Andriadaki, it features conversations with legal professionals, experts, and fellow students. The show explores overlooked and unexpected legal topics, from emerging rights and global issues to niche areas of law. It also offers career insights, job-hunting tips, and real experiences from the legal world. The podcast is aimed at Global Law students, ELSA members, and anyone interested in law.
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The Right to Have Rights: Unpacking Statelessness with Dr. Laura van Waas
What does it mean to exist in a world mapped by nation-states when no state recognizes you as its own?For our final episode of the year, Alisa is diving deep into one of the most critical yet invisible human rights crises of our time: statelessness. Joining us is Dr. Laura van Waas, co-founder and co-director of the Institute on Statelessness and Inclusion (ISI), and a leading global authority on

Mini Episode: The Price of Likeness
On today's episode, Konstantina explores the legal and social implications of celebrity identity. Using the case involving Ariana Grande and Forever 21, she examines where the line lies between inspiration and exploitation, and how a celebrity's image can become a protected commercial asset. When does admiration become appropriation?

From Bundy to Rader: How DNA Killed the serial killer era
In this episode, we explore how criminal investigations have transformed from the era of Ted Bundy to that of Dennis Rader (BTK). By comparing two of the most infamous serial killer cases in modern history, we examine how advances in DNA analysis, digital forensics, and surveillance technology have revolutionized law enforcement. Has the legal system become better at catching criminals, or has tec

Dr. Chiara Raucea: EU Free Movement - a right for all?
The freedom to move across borders is celebrated as the crown jewel of European integration. But is EU Free Movement truly all-inclusive, or does it come with fine print? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Chiara Raucea, Assistant Professor of European Union Law at Tilburg University, to unpack the hidden boundaries of the "borderless" Union. While free movement was built around the e

The Criminal Law Study Episode
In this episode, Alisa, Eva and Yasena review the course Criminal Law for the first year students at Tilburg University, Bachelor in Global.

Carina Ghinet: The ASML files - internship experience
In today's episode, Alisa and Carina step inside the world of high-tech lithography as our guest reveals what it’s really like to intern at ASML. From the precision of the cleanrooms to the collaborative culture of a global tech giant, she shares the challenges and triumphs of working at the heart of the semiconductor industry.

Murder by the book: the real "Dexter" and "Kill Bill"
What happens when the line between the screen and reality completely vanishes? This week, Alisa and Durga dive into the chilling world of copycat crimes. We’re discussing the haunting true stories of individuals who used Dexter and Kill Bill as blueprints for real-life violence. We’re sharing the facts, reacting to the madness, and wondering how the line between TV and reality got so blurred⚠️ Li

Xinyi: Exchange semester in China
Join us as Xinyi takes us behind the gates of Renmin University of China. From navigating the bustling campus in Beijing to the unique academic rigors of one of the country's most respected universities, she reflects on the moments that defined her international student experience.

Exam Review Special: Administrative Law
In this exam review special, Alisa, Konstantina and Janos review the course Administrative Law for second-year Global Law Bachelor students at Tilburg University

Exam Review Special: Criminal Law
In this exam special Alisa, Konstantina, Eva and Yasena review the course Criminal Law for the first-year students, Global Law Bachelor from Tilburg University

Yafiah Hoorani: The Frits Kalshoven Experience
In this episode, Alisa and Konstantina sit down with Yafiah Hoorani to dive deep into her journey through the prestigious Frits Kalshoven International Humanitarian Law Competition. Yafiah tells more about the intense atmosphere of the competition, shares her personal challenges, and the resilience required to compete at such a high level. Tune in to find more about how to be part of such a moot c

Exam Review Special: Global Legal History
In this final special, Durga, Alisa, and Dora review the course Global Legal History for first-year Global Law Bachelor students at Tilburg University.

Exam Review Special: Introduction to Philosophy of Global Law
In this finals special, Durga, Alisa and Dora go over Modules 7-12 of the course Introduction to Philosophy of Global Law for first-year Global Law Bachelor students at Tilburg University.

Putheany Kim: An Honest Perspective on Human Rights Advocacy
In this episode, Dora and Alisa sit down with Putheany Kim, the Dutch Representative of the Khmers Kampuchea-Krom Federation and a former Youth Ambassador for Global Human Rights Defense. Her activist work, ranging from climate action to Indigenous rights, has led her to address these issues before the United Nations and the European Union. Tune in as she shares her motivation, experiences, and in

First Year First Verdict
Law Beyond Borders is back! New hosts Dora and Alisa are joined by first-year students Kate, Nele and Jenna to discuss what it's like being a law student in 2025. Tune in as they share their first-hand experiences, challenges, and insights.

The One with the Global Law Alumni
New episode alert! We’re joined by Mia and Andy — Global Law alumni — who tell us about their experience after Global Law. They share their stories about further Master studies in Tilburg and Amsterdam.

The One With ELSA Summer Schools
New episode alert!In this episode, we’re joined by Berni, a second-year Global Law student who attended the ELSA Summer Law School (SELS) in Porto, Portugal.Curious about what SELS is really like? Thinking of applying this summer? Then don’t miss this episode—your go-to guide for insider tips and honest insights!

The One Who Took Global Law Beyond Borders
New episode alert! We’re joined by Anas — Global Law alumnus, former ELSA Tilburg & ELSA Netherlands President, and recent intern at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers. From Tilburg to Stockholm, and everywhere in between, he shares what it’s really like to carve a path in international law.*Any views expressed herein are attributable to the speaker alone in his personal capacity. They do not repr

The One With the Moot Courts
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of moot courts with Aruna-Carla Bot and Bianka Kovács, two Vice-Presidents from the ELSA Tilburg Board, who both attended the Helga Pedersen Moot Court Competition.If you're interested in the moot court opportunities that ELSA offers, you're in the right place!

The One Where Everyone Goes on Exchange - Part II
In this episode, we talk to Clarissa, who is currently on exchange at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom. Next, we sit down with Réka, a Global Law student, who is an exchange student at the Riga Graduate School of Law in Latvia. Lastly, we hear from Teodora about her experience as a Global Law student at Monash University in Australia.
The students share their journey, from adapt

The One Where Everyone Goes on Exchange - Part I
In this episode, we sit down with Philipp, who will tell us how the first semester of his studies at the Singapore Management University is going. We will hear all about his experience as an exchange student in Singapore! Next, we are talking with Pradyun, who’s spending the first semester of his studies at Torcuato Di Tella University as an exchange student. He'll be sharing his unique experience

Welcome back to the Law Beyond Borders Podcast!
Welcome to the Law Beyond Borders Podcast! Did you miss us? ‘Cause we missed you 💙 This is Goncha, Karlis, and Bianka. We're all Global Law students at Tilburg University. In our series of episodes, we'll explore all the amazing opportunities available to Global Law students, from study experiences to the most exciting career paths after graduation. We'll also dive into ELSA opportunities across v

Episode 3 of Life After Global Law- Working at the Big Four and more (with Lingxi Zhong)
In this episode of Life After Global Law we are joined by Lingxi Zhong, Corporate Legal Counsel at EOS Holding GmbH and graduate of the Global Law program of the class of 2017. After his graduation from the GLB program he went on to do several masters at VU Amsterdam in corporate law and behavioral economics, as well as another LLM from UCLA School of Law. Since February 2020, he is admitted to th

Episode 2 of Life After Global Law- How to land that first legal job and the corporate transaction practice (With Johann Bambino)
In this episode, we delve into Life after Global Law with Johann Bambino, valedictorian of the Class of 2021. Following the completion of his LLM at Leiden University, he transitioned into the role of Junior Legal Counsel at DLL. Johann will guide us through his journey of entering the Dutch legal practice from an international background, providing valuable insights into commercial transaction pr

Episode 1 of Life After Global Law- Studying in the UK and the process of entering the British Bar (with Dennis Tjhie)
In this episode, we discuss Life After Global Law with Dennis Thjie, an alumnus of the Class of 2021. After successfully completing his LLM at the University of Edinburgh, he went on to become a Junior Company Lawyer at Intertrust Group. Dennis will take you through his experiences of studying in the UK and provide insight into the application process for entering the UK bar. Enjoy listening!

Episode 1: How to Survive Global Law: Exam Tips Edition!
Welcome to our first episode of "How to Survive Global Law"! Ella and Andy are here to help you ace your exams with some awesome tips. Plus, Andy's got a cool tool to share that'll make studying a breeze. Get ready to crush those exams with us!

Welcome To The Law Beyond Borders Podcast!
🌐 INTRO EPISODE NOW OUT!
With a brand-new look, welcome to the Law Beyond Borders Podcast hosted by Alysia, Ella, and Andy, as they explore the diverse landscape of global law!
The podcast will consist of 4 mini-series:
🎙️ “Life during global law”, where we will chat with your peers about how they engage with extracurricular activities like moot courts and other studies-related endeavors.
🌟 “L

International law and territory division between Israel and Palestine
In today's episode we delve into international law agreements governing territory division between Israel and Palestine. Are there any international laws on this matter? To answer this question, we look into three United Nations' Resolutions : resolution 181 II, resolution 242 and resolution 338. These resolutions are put in perspective with two bilateral peace agreements: Camp David and O

What is plea bargaining?
Hello everyone, on today's episode of Law Beyond Borders, we welcome Hugo Baptista to shed insights on plea bargaining. What is it? How does it relate to fundamental rights? To answer these questions, we will dive into both the United States and the European Union's plea bargaining systems. We hope you like it, see you soon!

A look into asylum arrangements
Hi there! In today's episode we will be looking into asylum arrangements: bilateral agreements between States when it comes to migrants and refugees. To explain this concept and its legal aspects, we will be looking into the United Kingdom-Rwanda agreement and Australia's immigration policy. We hope you find this episode interesting, see you soon!

Tort law mini series, episode 5: an insight on Dutch Tort Law
This episode, the last of our tort law-mini series, focuses on the main principles of Dutch tort law. We hope you enjoy it, good luck on your exams!

Tort law mini series, episode 4: a brief introduction to German tort law
This week's episode briefly introduces you to the five core elements of German tort law: infringement, unlawfulness, culpability, causation and damage. We hope you like it, see you next week!

Tort Law Mini-Series, episode 3: Diving into French tort law
Today's episode focuses on French tort law, mainly on what is fault, which articles in the French Civil Code refer to it and what is the difference between fault and strict liability. If you're interested in these topics, have a listen!
We hope you like it!

Tort Law Mini-Series, episode 2: An introduction to English tort law
For the second episode of this mini series, we introduce you to English tort law: how does it work and what are its main principles? Specifically, we look at the landmark case of Donoghue v Stevenson (1937) and the tort of negligence. We hope you like it!

Tort Law Mini-Series, episode 1: what is tort law?
We are back today with a mini series on tort law! This episode is a brief introduction to tort law: what is it, why do we need it, and its differences with other fields of law. We hope you like it!

The Arctic and Global Governance
Join us for a discussion reflecting upon the efficiency of the Arctic's global governance system when facing global warming and its challenges.
We hope you enjoyed this podcast, see you soon!
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Sharing health data within the EU as a first step towards a European health system?
In today's first episode of Law Beyond Borders' season for 2022-2023, we discuss the idea of sharing health data within the EU as a first step towards a European health system and reflect upon its implications on data protection.

Brexit And Nationalism In Europe
“Our true nationality is mankind.” ― H.G. Wells
We recorded another Podcast episode! This time we have guests from all over Europe. We had an interesting discussion about Brexit, nationalism in Europe and their causes . Listen for yourself and let us know what you think!

Artificial Intelligence systems - A source of discrimination and inequality?
Our world is increasingly technologized. This has impacts on every aspect of life and does not stop when it comes to law. But have you ever thought about the risks and dangers which come with computers taking decisions for humans? What happens when this leads to discrimination?
Aviva de Groot is a legal researcher at the Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology and Society (TILT) working











