THE ZEDLEGAL PODCAST

Epizode

• Episode 7 : Can You Be Arrested for Owing Someone Money? 07.07.2026 6min

  Can someone really be arrested simply because they owe another person money? In this episode of The ZEDLEGAL Podcast, we separate legal fact from common misconceptions by exploring the difference between a civil debt and criminal liability. Learn when an unpaid debt is a matter for the civil courts, when criminal law may come into play and why the facts of each case matter.
• Episode 6: Passing the Bar on the First Attempt | Featuring Malango Chikoye 30.06.2026 48min

  In this episode of the Zedlegal Podcast, Malango Chikoye shares her journey to passing the Zambian Bar on her first attempt. We discuss effective study strategies, discipline, overcoming challenges, and practical advice for aspiring lawyers and ZIALE candidates.
• Episode 5 - Feeling Stranded After ZIALE 23.06.2026 31min

  I sit down with Thomas, who sat for the April 2026 ZIALE examinations. In a raw and honest conversation, he shares how he felt after the release of the results, admitting that he had come to see ZIALE as everything and at one point, viewed his LLB as useless without it. He reflects on that mindset and encourages aspiring lawyers to seek mentorship, think outside the box and recognize that there are opportunities beyond ZIALE.
• Episode 4: When the Results Don’t Go Your Way, Life After ZIALE Results 16.06.2026 23min

  The ZIALE results are out and for many candidates, the outcome wasn’t what they hoped for. In this episode, Chisinsi Banda sits down with Nandi Ndhlovu,a law lecturer to discuss coping with disappointment, finding perspective after setbacks and understanding that ZIALE is not the end of the road. A timely conversation on resilience, growth and the many paths that remain open to law graduates.
• Episode 3- Introduction to the Zambian Legal System 11.06.2026 21min

  In this episode of the ZEDLEGAL Podcast, we break down the foundations of the Zambian legal system in a simple and practical way. We explore the key sources of law in Zambia and explain how each one fits into the legal framework. We also look at the structure of the court system, from the lower courts up to the superior courts. This episode is designed to help law students and aspiring legal practitioners build a strong foundation in legal understanding.
• Episode 2 -What Law School Doesn’t Prepare You For 08.06.2026 18min

  In Episode 2 of The ZEDLEGAL Podcast, I am joined by Charity Daka, a part-time lecturer at NIPA and the best graduating student of her intake. Together, we discuss the realities that many law graduates face after university, the challenges and pressure of ZIALE, and the lessons about legal practice that law school often does not teach.Whether you are a law student, graduate, or aspiring lawyer, this conversation offers practical insights into the transition from the classroom to the legal profession.
• Episode 1 - What is Law? 06.06.2026 8min

  What is law, and why does it matter in our everyday lives? In this episode of ZEDLEGAL Podcast, I explore the meaning of law, its purpose in society, and how it affects our rights, responsibilities, and daily interactions. Whether you’re a law student or simply curious about the legal system, this episode provides an accessible introduction to one of society’s most important institutions.
• Pilot 05.06.2026 1min

  Welcome to the pilot episode of The ZEDLEGAL Podcast. In this episode, I introduce the podcast, share my legal journey, and explain how future episodes will simplify cases, legal principles, and key topics for law students, ZIALE candidates, aspiring lawyers, and anyone interested in the law.