Courtroom Confidential, hosted by Joshua Ritter, is your weekly rendezvous with the latest updates in headline-making criminal cases nationwide. With his background as a former L.A. County prosecutor now practicing as a criminal defense attorney, Joshua brings a unique blend of professionalism and a personal touch to the table. Join Joshua every Friday to explore the ever-developing legal landscape and gain a deeper understanding of how the legal system operates.
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When you wear Heels In The Courtroom, life and law are a little bit different. This fresh and insightful new podcast from the female trial attorneys at The Simon Law Firm offers mentoring, community and great girl talk about being the best you can be in every part of your life. So kick off those heels, pour a glass of wine, and get to know Amy Gunn, Erica Slater, Liz Lenivy, Mary Simon, Elizabeth McNulty and Megan Crowe. The Simon Law Firm consists of trial attorneys specializing in medical ...
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KABC Courtroom 790 gives you the legal take on the day's news from 10am to Noon on 790 KABC.
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Welcome to our podcast Parental Alienation: From Couch to Courtroom and Beyond. We will discuss the resisting and refusing dynamic, commonly referred to as Parental Alienation, how you know it’s happening and what can be done about it. The literature and research will be presented and show how this form of child abuse is a traumatic adverse childhood experience. Parental Alienation can cause stress and trauma in high conflict divorces. These podcasts focus on how attorneys and mental health ...
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This is a podcast that covers legal topics from the perspective of an attorney with a diverse background in the arts who specializes in litigation, criminal defense, and tax law. I blend left brain thinking with right brain artistry to make complex tax concepts easier to understand so that you can sleep a little easier.
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Crime and the Courtroom is a unique and stimulating examination of the American criminal justice system for the authorities and supporting professionals who make criminal justice possible. We turn an observant eye toward the system’s evolving capacity to strike the delicate balance between preserving the quality of life of our citizens and protecting the rights of the accused. Hosted by one of the most respected and influential forensic experts in the United States, John M. Collins and his g ...
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Everyone knows law school doesn’t teach you a thing about practicing law as an actual attorney! Law schools are great when it comes to learning about the law and how to pass the bar, but once you become an attorney, you quickly realize you don’t know the first thing about succeeding, or much less functioning, as a first-time attorney in the real world. So how do you learn that part? This is where the Classroom 2 Courtroom podcast comes in. Classroom 2 Courtroom explores the inside trenches o ...
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Welcome to From Communities to Courtrooms Podcast where nationally recognized personal injury lawyer Tim Miley, founder of Miley Legal, breaks down the world of personal injury law and makes it simple and easier to understand for non-lawyers. He provides an educational and engaging platform to explore a range of topics - from discussing pertinent aspects of personal injury cases that everyone needs to know, to how access to the courtroom for personal injury victims actually strengthens our c ...
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Kimberly Sullivan, a 56-year-old woman from Waterbury, Connecticut, has been charged with serious crimes including assault, kidnapping, unlawful restraint, cruelty, and reckless endangerment. She was arrested on March 12th following allegations that she held her 32-year-old stepson captive for over 20 years. The case came to light after a house fir…
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Let’s not sugar coat it. To be a successful trial attorney you need to work long hours in a changing legislative landscape, deflect the inevitable gender bias women face and have serious support at home. Are you in?Di simonlawfirm
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Caitlin Burchill is an investigative reporter with NBC Connecticut and a proud member of the production team that created the documentary, Traces of Doubt: The Forensics of Dr. Henry Lee, which is now available in its entirety on YouTube. Caitlin speaks with John Collins about her life and career as an investigative reporter, and sheds light on her…
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Ep 53: Bryan Kohberger Cries Planted Evidence, Rex Heuermann Cries Bad Science, Menendez Brothers Down to Their Last Chance and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential Weekly Roundup! This week, host Joshua Ritter shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - Shocking developments in the Bryan Kohberger case reveal that his defense will admit that the DNA found at the crime scene is his...but he didn’t put it there. - Anothe…
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South Carolina man, Jordan Dove from Lugoff was fatally shot while checking on a family member’s vacant home in Saint Matthews. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a shooting and found 34-year-old Dove with a gunshot wound. https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CRConfidential Instagram: …
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A recent apprehension looks to bring an end to a case from Tampa, Florida that has remained unsolved for nearly three decades. https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CRConfidential Instagram: instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential X: twitter.com/crconfidential TikTok: tiktok.com/@joshuaritteresq https://buymeaco…
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CC True Crime Minute: Nikita Casap - Parents of Teen Found Dead in Home After He's Charged with Stealing their Car
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17-year-old Nikita Casap from Waukesha, Wisconsin, has emerged as a key figure in a disturbing and ongoing investigation following the deaths of his mother and stepfather. https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CRConfidential Instagram: instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential X: twitter.com/crconfidential TikTok:…
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CC Conversations Series: From FBI Profiler to Killer Psyche - How Candice DeLong Became a True Crime Icon
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1:05:39Joshua Ritter interviews Candice DeLong, a retired FBI criminal profiler, bestselling author, and the creator of the award-winning podcast Killer Psyche. With a 20-year career at the FBI, Candice worked on some of the most notorious cases in history, from the 1982 Chicago Tylenol Murders to going undercover to meet the Unabomber. Before joining the…
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CC True Crime Minute: Richard Leyva - San Diego Man Accused of Killing Mother and Putting Her Body in His Car Trunk
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Richard Anthony Leyva, a 24-year-old from El Cajon, California, made headlines last month when he was arrested for allegedly murdering his 51-year-old mother, Jamison Webster. https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CRConfidential Instagram: instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential X: twitter.com/crconfidential Tik…
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Ep 52: Kouri Richins Last Minute Desperate Attempt to Toss Evidence, Devastating Setbacks for Donna Adelson, Disturbing Details Revealed in Jennifer Gledhill Case and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential Weekly Roundup! This week, host Joshua Ritter shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - Utah mom and so-called grief author Kouri Richins makes several last desperate attempts to have damaging evidence tossed before her approaching trial for murder. - Jenn…
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A woman from North Carolina is behind bars after police say she locked her boyfriend in a storage unit for five days before he could be rescued according to reports by NewsNation. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CRConfidential Instagram: instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential X: twitter.com/crconfidential TikTok: tiktok.com/@joshuaritteresq https…
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Preliminary autopsy results have not determined how Oscar-winner Gene Hackman and his wife died at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CRConfidential Instagram: instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential X: twitter.com/crconfidential TikTok: tiktok.com/@joshuaritteresq https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DIS…
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CC True Crime Minute: Joycelyn Wilson - College Instructor's Body Found in Lake While Fiancé Remains Missing
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Authorities found the remains of a Spelman College instructor last seen alive on Feb. 8 but are still searching for her fiancé. Join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for your True Crime Minute. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CRConfidential Instagram: instagram.com/thecourtroomconfidential X: twitter.com/crconfidential TikTok: tiktok.com/@j…
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CC Conversations Series: Hooked on Justice - Inside Journalist & YouTuber Gavin Fish’s Mission to Investigate Unsolved Cases
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1:01:32Joshua Ritter interviews Gavin Fish, an investigative journalist, researcher, and true crime YouTuber dedicated to seeking justice for victims. Gavin works to give a voice to the voiceless and to bring justice to those who've been victimized by corruption and acrimony. He also sits on the board of directors of All the Lost Girls, a non-profit that …
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A woman used online dating apps to lure at least four older men to meet her in person, then drugged them with sedatives and stole hundreds of thousands of dollars in a “sinister” romance scheme. Join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for your True Crime Minute. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CRConfidential Instagram: instagram.com/thecourtro…
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Ep 51: The Gloves are Off in Karen Read Retrial, Donna Adelson Sheds Tears on the Stand, Kohberger Prosecution says Put Up or Shut Up and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential Weekly Roundup! This week, host Joshua Ritter shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - The gloves are off in a Massachusetts courthouse as both sides of the Karen Read retrial exchange sharp blows. - Florida matriarch Donna Adelson takes the stand to plea…
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CC True Crime Minute: Lindsay Shiver - Former Beauty Queen Accused of Plotting to Murder Husband Released from Bahamas Jail
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Georgia mom and former beauty queen, Lindsay Shiver, accused of plotting to hire a hitman to kill her estranged husband, former NFL player Robert Shiver, with help from her alleged Bahamian lover, was reportedly set to be released on February 13 from a Bahamas prison on bail for the second time ahead of her trial. Join us every Monday, Wednesday an…
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is an essential part of the legal profession. Attorneys who recognize, anticipate, and navigate cultural bias can foster deeper connections and achieve better outcomes in their practice.Di simonlawfirm
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CC True Crime Minute: Kelli Bryant - Woman Given $250 Million Bond for Leaving Children Alone in 'Deplorable' Conditions for Years
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A judge set a $250 million bond last Thursday for a Michigan woman who is accused of leaving her three children alone for years in a house where conditions were so offensive that police evidence technicians wore hazmat suits. Kelli Bryant, 34, shook her head at times during her first court appearance on child abuse charges in Oakland County. Her la…
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CC Conversations Series: From Prosecutor to Primetime - How Matt Murphy Became a Leading Legal Analyst & True Crime Author
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1:12:09Joshua Ritter interviews Matt Murphy, a former homicide prosecutor turned legal analyst and bestselling author, who spent over two decades taking on California’s most infamous murder cases. With 132 jury trials—52 of them homicides—Murphy brings an insider’s perspective to the country’s biggest true crime stories. Now in private practice, he fights…
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20-year-old Jesus Monroy, is accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, Mia Campos, after a grand jury indicted him last Wednesday. Police said Campos left her home on the evening of July 14 to go to a gas station with Monroy but never returned. Her parents tracked her location using an app, leading them to a wooded area where they discovered he…
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Ep 50: Zachary Hughes Gets Life in Prison! Bryan Kohberger Suffers Huge Setbacks, A$AP Rocky Not Guilty and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential Weekly Roundup! This week, host Joshua Ritter shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - South Carolina concert pianist Zachary Hughes is found guilty of a brutal murder after he takes the stand to admit to the slaying, but tells the jury he was justified i…
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CC Conversations Series: Profiling the Profiler - How Mike King Turned a Lifetime in Law Enforcement into ‘Profiling Evil’
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Joshua Ritter sits down with Mike King, the creator and host of ‘Profiling Evil,’ to discuss his remarkable career in law enforcement and his transition to true crime media. Throughout his 28 years of service in law enforcement, Mike worked in patrol, SWAT, investigations, and ultimately served as chief within the Utah Attorney General’s Office. In…
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Dr. Sarah Chu is the Director of Policy and Reform at the Perlmutter Center for Legal Justice at the Cordoza School of Law in New York. In her role at the center, she applies her own extensive background in science and public policy to take an active lead on advancing our criminal justice system's efforts to utilize forensic evidence with maximum e…
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Ep 49: Megan Boswell Guilty!, A$AP Rocky Closing Arguments, Karen Read Denied by Supreme Court, Donna Adelson Wants Out and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential News Brief! This week, host Joshua Ritter shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - Tennessee woman Megan Boswell has been found guilty on all counts related to the murder and cold-hearted disposal of her baby girl Evelyn Mae. - A Los Angeles jury will soo…
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Panicking about a bad fact in your case? When you can find the truth behind it, put it in context for your client and be prepared to own it, you can often disarm the potential damage.Di simonlawfirm
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CC Conversations Series: Streaming Justice - How Scott from 'Recovery Addict' is Redefining Live Trial Coverage
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1:06:01Joshua Ritter interviews Scott from Recovery Addict, the creator behind the widely popular true crime YouTube channel with over 63k subscribers. Scott shares his journey, from his background in communication and IT to becoming a leading channel in courtroom livestreaming. His ability to enhance courtroom audio, sync video feeds, and foster real-tim…
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Ep 48: A Mother Charged with Suffocating Her Baby, A Teen Kills His Second Parent and Walks Free, A$AP Rocky Updates and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential News Brief! This week, host Joshua Ritter shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - Trial begins for Megan Boswell, a young Tennessee mother accused of killing her 15-month-old daughter before disposing of her body in a trash can. - Courtroom observers are…
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CC Conversations Series: Semper Fi to Suit & Tie - The Story Behind “Crime Talk” with Scott Reisch
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1:09:54Joshua Ritter sits down with Scott Reisch, the criminal defense attorney behind the wildly popular YouTube channel, Crime Talk. With over 23 years of legal experience and over 100 jury trials under his belt, Scott brings a sharp, no-nonsense approach to analyzing true crime cases. Scott shares how his time as a Marine Corps prosecutor and defense a…
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In Episode 84 of Crime and the Courtroom, John Collins explores why forensic science is distinct from traditional sciences and often misunderstood. He examines how forensic methods—such as fingerprint and bullet comparisons—are rooted in stochastics, the study of randomness and unique patterns. Addressing past criticisms, Collins argues that forens…
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Ep 47: Is Monica Sementilli a Murder Mastermind?, “A$AP Rocky Shot Me!” - A$AP Relli Takes the Stand, David Pearce Testifies in Double Murder Trial and More!
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This week, host Joshua Ritters shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - The trial of Monica Sementilli kicks off with prosecutors detailing how a torrid love affair led to the brutal murder of famed Los Angeles hairstylist Fabio Sementilli, orchestrated by his own wife. - Terell Ephron, a.k.a. A$AP Re…
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Hoping to make some positive changes in 2025? We’ll take you down our personal rabbit holes of bad habits and share 5 concrete strategies we can all use to detoxify our lives.Di simonlawfirm
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In this episode, we discuss the resist and refuse phenomenon of parental alienation. Dr. Evans discusses the following: Understanding Parental Alienation Looking at the potential causes The impact on children Addressing Parental Alienation Please visit www.naopas.com or www.drbobevans.com for more information on parental alienation and Dr. Evans.…
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The profession of forensic science has lost one its greatest thinkers and pioneers. His name is John Murdock, and his body of work contributed to the professionalization and trustworthiness of the evidentiary analyses performed by forensic science laboratories all over the world. In this update, your host John Collins commemorates the life and care…
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CC Conversations Series: Chris & Karen McDonough of 'The Interview Room' - Justice Above The Fold
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1:16:18Welcome to Courtroom Confidential Conversations! In this episode, Joshua Ritter interviews Chris and Karen McDonough, the dynamic duo behind ‘The Interview Room.’ Chris, a nationally recognized homicide investigator with decades of experience, and Karen, an award winning journalist with a career spanning over 30 years, bring their unique perspectiv…
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Ep 46: A$AP Rocky’s High Stakes Gamble, Bryan Kohberger DNA Battle, David Pearce Mistrial Scheme and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential News Brief! This week, host Joshua Ritters shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - Hip hop star A$AP Rocky engages in a dangerous game of chicken by rejecting a last-minute offer from the DA that would have spared him potentially decades in prison. - Acc…
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CC Conversations Series: How a Part Time Passion Turned Full Time Adventure - The Story of ‘Reporting Live From My Sofa’
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Welcome to Courtroom Confidential Conversations! In this episode, Joshua Ritter sits down with Paul, the creator behind the hit YouTube channel Reporting Live From My Sofa. Paul, a North Carolina native with a background in English and Creative Writing, shares the story of how his passion for true crime storytelling evolved from a hobby into a thri…
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In this inaugural episode of Crime and the Coutroom, John Collins shares what he describes as "the craziest case I ever experienced in a forensic science laboratory." As he explains, sometime in late 1995 or early 1996, John conducted what started as a routine forensic analysis of a firearm used by a police officer in a shooting invovling an armed …
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Ep 45: Natalie Cochran Deadly Ponzi Scheme, Grandma Cleared in Infant’s Death, Body Found in Suitcase and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential News Brief! This week, host Joshua Ritters shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - The highly anticipated trial of Natalie Cochran, a pharmacist accused of murdering her husband upon his discovery of her Ponzi scheme, kicks off in West Virginia. - A surp…
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When, why and how should you make a pre-suit demand? Tune in for a realistic discussion on when they work, why sometimes they don’t, and tips on how to improve your chances of a positive outcome.Di simonlawfirm
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The Top 10 Trials You Don't Want to Miss in 2025! Bryan Kohberger, Karen Read, Diddy, Brian Walshe, Kouri Richins and More!
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1:46:31Welcome back to Courtroom Confidential with Joshua Ritter! In this special episode, which was recorded live on YouTube on January 13th, I break down the top 10 most intriguing trials to watch in 2025. Thank you for listening! Please leave us a rating and review, and send this episode to a friend! We appreciate your help and support in getting the w…
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Ep 44: Karen Read Dog Bite Expert Showdown, Piketon Massacre Sentencing, Charlie Adelson Shut Down and More!
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Welcome back to another Courtroom Confidential News Brief! This week, host Joshua Ritters shares his insights on some of this week’s updates in the true crime world, including: - A self-described dog bite expert took center stage at a highly contested hearing for the murder retrial of Boston area woman Karen Read. - An Ohio courtroom was stunned by…
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Welcome back to Courtroom Confidential with Joshua Ritter! In this special episode, I dive into the top ten trials that captivated, stunned, and even left us confused in 2024. Join me as I cover everything from landmark trials holding parents accountable for the actions of their child to a deadly shooting on a movie set, plus allegations of massive…
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News Brief: Arrests Made in Liam Payne Death, Sydney Powell Conviction Overturned, Jay-Z Attorney Smackdown and More!
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Welcome back to Courtroom Confidential with Joshua Ritter! In this special News Brief episode, I give a quick rundown of the week’s biggest true crime news, including: - An Argentine judge confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction, and ordered preventive prison f…
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Discover effective tactics for handling challenging opposing counsel in this episode of Classroom 2 Courtroom. Explore techniques to maintain a calm and professional demeanor, even when faced with manipulative tactics, ensuring you stand out in the courtroom. Learn the benefits of suppressing emotional reactions to achieve favorable outcomes. Liste…
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For our first episode of 2025, we chose to dig deeper than resolutions and explore what lights us up and brings out our best. Build on that for the new year and you’ve got a resolution you’ll actually keep.Di simonlawfirm
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Discover powerful strategies for handling difficult opposing counsel in our latest Classroom 2 Courtroom episode. Learn how to maintain professionalism, stay calm under pressure, and master the art of directing conversations back to the key facts of a case. Perfect for law students and attorneys eager to elevate their courtroom skills. Visit classr…
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CC Conversations Series: Hidden True Crime - How Lauren and Dr. John Matthias Took a Chance on Each Other to Build a Life and Podcast
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Welcome to Courtroom Confidential Conversations! In this episode, Joshua Ritter sits down with Lauren and Dr. John Matthias, the duo behind the hit podcast and YouTube channel Hidden True Crime. Lauren, a journalist and former news anchor, and Dr. John, a forensic psychologist, discuss how their shared fascination with the mysteries of true crime b…
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Dive into part two of building relationships with opposing counsel in this episode of the Classroom 2 Courtroom podcast. Discover the power of switching from advocacy to basic communication, enhancing your legal effectiveness. Learn how to strategically choose your communication style for better outcomes in negotiations and trials. Listen now to ga…
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Unlock the secrets to building strong relationships with opposing counsel in this episode of the Classroom 2 Courtroom podcast. Discover how mastering basic communication can improve outcomes in legal negotiations and reduce conflict. Learn strategies to foster trust and lead conversations towards understanding, promoting a cooperative dynamic. Joi…
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