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Hold That Thought

Hold That Thought

Dentons 11 episodes Nov 24, 2025

Hold That Thought is a podcast from the global law firm Dentons that deliberately steps away from conventional legal analysis. Instead of dissecting new, old or pending legislation, each episode challenges the status quo and provokes new ways of thinking about the issues that matter. The show draws on Dentons' extensive local and international network of thought leaders and industry experts to bring fresh perspectives to the table. It is aimed at listeners who want broader, more forward-looking conversations rather than straightforward legal commentary.

Episodes

Episode 10: Navigating disputes and tensions in the boardroom: What it takes to be a high-performing chair
Episode 10: Navigating disputes and tensions in the boardroom: What it takes to be a high-performing chair Nov 24, 2025 29:46 The boardroom is no stranger to tension. As directors grapple with the need to make decisions in an increasingly complex environment, and amid heightened stakeholder expectations, disagreement is to be expected. Robust discussion is inevitable and essential to ensuring sound decision-making, avoiding groupthink and providing clarity to executive teams.In this episode Hayden Wilson, Chair of Denton
Episode 9: Less on the plate, more on the line: How appetite drugs are reshaping food
Episode 9: Less on the plate, more on the line: How appetite drugs are reshaping food Sep 4, 2025 24:49 In this episode, Jenni Rutter, Intellectual Property Partner, is joined by Nicola O'Rourke, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Founders Advisory, to explore how these trends are disrupting the food and beverage space and what businesses need to know as consumers move from eating more to eating smarter.They also discuss:· The impact on consumer food demand.· How the food and beverage industry is re
Episode 8: Facing the future: What facial recognition means for business and consumers
Episode 8: Facing the future: What facial recognition means for business and consumers Aug 19, 2025 32:54 In our latest episode of Hold That Thought, Technology and Privacy Partner, Campbell Featherstone and Account Executive for NEC, Greg Webber explore what facial recognition means for businesses and consumers. Is the promise of smarter operations worth the risk of public backlash and regulatory scrutiny? How should businesses approach this new technology ethically and legally and what do consumers
Episode 7: All in the mind: how can building a resilient mindset become a strategic advantage?
Episode 7: All in the mind: how can building a resilient mindset become a strategic advantage? Oct 9, 2024 52:20 In the latest episode of Hold That Thought, Employment and Immigration Partner Renee Butler and former Head of High Performance for Auckland rugby Ben Meyer delve into the concept of resilience and its significance in a personal and professional context, exploring what resilience means, how to cultivate it, and why it is essential in both personal and professional settings. They also discuss:How t
Episode 6: Tackling New Zealand's Infrastructure Challenges
Episode 6: Tackling New Zealand's Infrastructure Challenges Jun 26, 2024 35:18 In the latest episode of Hold That Thought, Katrina Van Houtte, Dentons Partner specialising in Major Projects and Construction, dives deep into the heart of New Zealand's infrastructure challenges, exploring the hurdles faced in having a secure pipeline, prioritisation, and the timely execution of critical projects. Katrina is joined by Aurecon New Zealand’s Managing Director Tracey Ryan and Fult
Episode 5: Beyond the Code - Unravelling the complex tapestry of artificial intelligence in business
Episode 5: Beyond the Code - Unravelling the complex tapestry of artificial intelligence in business May 27, 2024 32:43 With its rapid global popularity, ChatGPT has sparked both enthusiasm and concern, prompting crucial conversations about its potential applications, and the ethical considerations it raises. Join us as we explore the multifaceted landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI), unravelling its unprecedented capabilities and the practical considerations that come with its use. Dentons Partner Campbell Fe
Episode 4: Don't be fooled: how can business leaders foster unity in a climate of distrust?
Episode 4: Don't be fooled: how can business leaders foster unity in a climate of distrust? Jan 30, 2024 26:10 In collaboration with the Institute of Directors New Zealand, in this episode we talk about the spread of misinformation and disinformation that has affected our ability to improve public health, address climate change, maintain a stable democracy, and more.
Episode 3: Expecting the unexpected – how does business equip itself for the unknown unknowns?
Episode 3: Expecting the unexpected – how does business equip itself for the unknown unknowns? Nov 29, 2023 33:50 Directors are increasingly expected to pay attention and act on foreseeable risks. Without a crystal ball, how do directors and boards do this? When change does come, and it will, how do you respond? Even a well-prepared board will face challenges it did not expect.
Episode 2: A Fox in the hen house – how can leaders of business prepare for the inevitable breach of their defences?
Episode 2: A Fox in the hen house – how can leaders of business prepare for the inevitable breach of their defences? Sep 26, 2023 39:22 Private data protection is a significant focus internationally. We have already seen significant privacy breaches around the world and here in New Zealand. How can business leaders prepare for the inevitable breach of their defences?
Episode 1: ESG - Corporate fluff or agent for change?
Episode 1: ESG - Corporate fluff or agent for change? Sep 26, 2023 40:43 In this episode, Dentons Partner Linda Clark asks the question - is ESG really just a bit of corporate fluff to placate the chorus of climate change advocates? Environmental, social, and governance seems to be everywhere but is it, or does it have the potential to be, an agent for change?
About Hold That Thought
About Hold That Thought Sep 26, 2023 01:33 This is not your usual law firm podcast. It’s not about analysing new law, old law or in-the-works law. In this podcast we aim to challenge the status quo, provoke thought and uncover new ways of thinking. In this podcast series, we tap into our extensive local and international network of thought leaders, and industry experts to tackle the issues that matter and bring new perspectives to the tabl

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