This week, John and Lindsey tackle some hot topics making waves outside the courtroom in our first commentary episode. First, they discuss the looming TikTok ban and break down the crypto rug pull tied to the infamous Hawk Tuah girl and her newest meme coin.

In the main segment, John and Lindsey dive into a revealing study that looks back on two decades of law student satisfaction. They explore how experiences differ based on race, what the numbers tell us about systemic inequities, and what it all means for the future of the legal profession.

BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS!

From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Introduction

0:19 - In the news: Hawk Tuah girl rugpull

6:51 - Tik Tok ban was upheld

9:29 - Will Tik Tok be sold?

12:26 - Law school surveys and data to consider

19:08 - Debt levels and how they differ between races

25:27 - Satisfaction with law school

33:56 - Student satisfaction towards career services

37:23 - “It’s easy to get through law school”

43:09 - Lindsey Takes The Bar Exam (Yet again!!)

50:08 - Episode wrap-up

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This week, John and Lindsey return for more trouble in a “War Story” featuring John Milton Merritt, the Oklahoma attorney who betrayed the trust of some of the most vulnerable clients he could. From stealing funds meant for orphans to defrauding injured clients for hundreds of thousands, Merritt’s shocking crimes highlight the devastating consequences of greed within the legal profession.

John and Lindsey unpack the details of Merritt’s scheme and of course, his downfall. They explore how his actions came to light, the impact on his victims, and the implications for others in like his clients.

BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS!

From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Introduction

1:42 - War Story

5:34 - “He fabricated a court order”

9:30 - “He stole over $300,000”

13:04 - The mother finally discovers what’s

going on

18:04 - It’s not over yet..

24:04 - “His sentencing was scheduled for May”

30:26 - Lindsey Takes The Bar Exam

This week, John and Lindsey take a look at the “War Story” of Marc Dreier, the disgraced lawyer who orchestrated a Ponzi scheme so elaborate it rivaled Bernie Madoff’s. From impersonating executives to forging documents, Dreier’s bold crimes shook the legal world and landed him behind bars - and how he was caught by a secretary.

They dig into the details of his audacious schemes, the ripple effects on his victims, and the sheer hubris that led to his downfall. Could there have been warning signs, or was this guy really an evil genius?

BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS!

From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Introduction

1:01 - “War Story” segment

6:32 - “Facing two counts of DUI…”

10:46 - “6 years pass..”

12:32 - What other professions have ethics regulations?

15:36 - Next “War Story” segment

17:37 - “Suspended for non-payment of dues..”

22:25 - Fast forward to April 1995

23:53 - Family law case and an eviction

27:05 - “His license was suspended and no lawsuit was filed”

28:52 - Finally things caught up with him..

33:08 - LTBE segment

38:34 - Reviewing the answer

42:23 - Episode wrap-up

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