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More Than Legal
Business isn’t just about contracts and compliance—it’s about strategy, leadership, and navigating the ever-changing world of entrepreneurship. That’s where More Than Legal comes in.
Hosted by an expert business lawyer, this podcast goes beyond the fine print to bring you engaging, insightful conversations about what truly drives success. From leadership and marketing to business trends and the legal blind spots you didn’t know you had, we cover the topics that matter most to entrepreneurs and business leaders.
More Than Legal is about Ethics, Leadership and Grit. No legalese, no fluff—just real talk for people who want to run their businesses with confidence. Whether you’re launching a startup, scaling your company, or just looking for fresh insights, we have something for you.
Business isn’t just about contracts and compliance—it’s about strategy, leadership, and navigating the ever-changing world of entrepreneurship. That’s where More Than Legal comes in.
Hosted by an expert business lawyer, this podcast goes beyond the fine print to bring you engaging, insightful conversations about what truly drives success. From leadership and marketing to business trends and the legal blind spots you didn’t know you had, we cover the topics that matter most to entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Episodes
Lights, Camera,
Bee-hind the Scene
Values-Driven Marketing That Converts
Commercial Lending Successfully
What We Talk About
Leadership in the Wild: The human side of building and leading
Contracts, Clients & Chaos: What really goes down behind closed deals
Scaling Smarter: Growth stories from people who've been there
When Sh*t Hits the Fine Print: Real legal lessons (minus the lecture)
Legal Declassified: Quick solo episodes with Danielle breaking down current headlines, disputes, and hot topics in business + law
About MORE THAN legal
Why Listen?
You don’t need a law degree—you need clarity, strategy, and stories you can actually learn from.
Whether you're building a startup, managing a team, or scaling a service-based brand, More Than Legal gives you:
Tactical advice from entrepreneurs and business leaders who’ve done the hard stuff.
Candid conversations about leadership, ethics, risk, growth—and where people mess up.
Bite-sized solo episodes from Danielle that decode trending legal or business news (without the snooze).
This podcast is for business leaders, creatives, and operators who want to work smarter, avoid legal headaches, and lead with confidence.
Want to Be a Guest?
We’re always looking for business leaders, creatives, founders with a story to tell. If you've learned a business lesson the hard way, navigated growth, pivots, or partnerships, you might be a great fit for the pod.
For Media Inquiries,
Partnerships,
or General Questions
Want to pitch a guest, collaborate, or ask about the show?
We’d love to hear from you.
Just Here to Listen?
Whether you're tuning in for insights, inspo, or just want to hear how other business leaders survived their “oh no” moments, you’re in the right place. Subscribe to catch new episodes every other Tuesday—plus bonus clips, solo takes, and behind-the-scenes extras.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is More Than Legal actually about?
It’s a business podcast hosted by Danielle Laughlin—CEO, founding attorney, and business law expert—where we talk about more than just contracts and compliance. Expect candid convos with entrepreneurs, business leaders and creatives, about the messy, strategic, and sometimes hilarious realities of building a business.
Is this a legal podcast?
Not really. It’s hosted by a business lawyer (so yes, legal insights sneak in), but this isn’t a legal seminar. We talk about leadership, marketing, risk, partnerships, scaling, and real-world lessons—with just enough legal seasoning to keep it smart.
Who should listen?
If you’ve ever started, grown, or managed a business—or plan to—you’ll find something here. Our audience includes founders, HR pros, creatives, COOs, GCs, and service-based business owners who like their business advice sharp, honest, and entertaining.
How often do new episodes come out?
New episodes drop every other Tuesday. We release full interviews plus short solo episodes from Danielle called Legal Declassified—think of them as espresso shots of insight on trending business and legal topics.
Can I be a guest?
Sure! If you’ve built something, navigated something hard, or learned something that could help other business leaders—you just might be our next guest. [Click here to apply]
Do I need to be a lawyer or know law to listen?
Absolutely not. That’s the whole point. We make legal concepts make sense for business owners without the jargon, confusion, or fear factor.
Where can I listen?
Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube—and maybe on speaker in your office while you pretend to check emails. You can also catch all episodes right here on our website!
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