Sidebar with Francois
Hosted by Francois Joubert (a tech entrepreneur with a law degree and a curiosity that won’t quit), each episode pulls up a chair for engaging guests from law, business, and beyond. No scripts. no agendas. Just real talk on what matters, what’s changing, and what’s next.
Podcasting since 2025 • 6 episodes
Sidebar with Francois
Latest Episodes
Fortifying the Legal Perimeter - Firewalls and Gateway Security
Modern law firms face significant cybersecurity risks because they handle highly sensitive data that makes them lucrative targets for digital espionage and ransomware. This text argues that maintaining attorney-client privilege...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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14:20
The Blueprint for Modern Legal IT Management
The legal profession is undergoing one of the most significant technological shifts in its history. Clients expect faster communication, secure digital interactions, and seamless collaboration. Regulators demand stronger data protection and dem...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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16:39
The Digital Spectrum: Mapping the 10 Archetypes of Modern Hacking
In this episode, we map out the “digital spectrum” of modern hacking - the 10 archetypes you’re most likely to run into, from opportunistic smash-and-grab attackers to patient, highly targeted operators. We break down what motivates each type, ...
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Season 2
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7:40
The U.S. Immigration Maze & Marriage | Sidebar with Francois #3 - Paul Wayburne
In this episode of Sidebar with Francois, South African–born attorney Paul Wayburne brings clarity to one of the most emotionally complex areas of immigration law: marriage-based immigration. Drawing from his experience at Wayburne Law Firm, Pa...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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Five Must-Know Facts About US Immigration | Sidebar with Francois #2 - Emily Sumner
In this episode of Sidebar with Francois, I sit down with Emily Sumner, founder of Sumner Immigration Law, to unpack five essential things you need to know before starting your U.S. immigration journey. With years of experience in ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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