A-1 Podcast with A-1 Nick

In this explosive special edition, host Jail Mail Nick goes beyond the sensational headlines to dissect the criminal prosecution of Dr. Gerhard Konig. Joining him are two heavyweights of the Hawaii legal community: veteran litigator Myles Breiner and rising defense counsel Andrew Starn.

Together, they pull back the curtain on the state's legal strategy, exposing how the Grand Jury system can be weaponized to revoke bail and how "trial by media" often convicts the accused before a single piece of evidence is heard. The panel then pivots to the physical evidence, dismantling the narrative of a "cliffside attempted murder" by analyzing the physics of the alleged rock attack, the missing syringe, and the critical inconsistencies between the complainant's story and the medical records. This is a masterclass in criminal defense, due process, and the search for truth in the high-stakes world of Hawaii’s justice system.

• 00:00 - Introduction: Meet attorneys Miles Breiner and Andrew Strand.
• 01:35 - The "Bail Bludgeon": Discussing the tactics of setting $5 million bail versus "No Bail".
• 04:50 - The Grand Jury Problem: Why it’s easy to "indict a ham sandwich" without the defense present.
• 08:15 - The Reality of Bail: Electronic monitoring, house arrest, and the pressure to plead guilty.
• 10:15 - The Divorce Angle: How filing for divorce froze Dr. Konig’s assets while he was in custody.
• 13:00 - Breaking Down the Narrative: The selfie, the cliff, the syringe, and the rock.
• 16:15 - The Medical Evidence: Analyzing the lack of skull fractures or sutures despite the allegation of 10 hits with a rock.
• 18:30 - Inconsistencies in the Story: Comparing the TRO, the police report, and the Grand Jury testimony.
• 23:15 - The "Drug Kit": Anesthesiology equipment, the "fanny pack," and issues with the chain of custody.
• 27:00 - Prosecutorial Misconduct: Discussing State v. Cardona and the pressure to secure convictions.
• Shifting Stories – How the complainant’s account evolved from a "slip and fall" to a violent assault, and the contradictions surrounding the "selfie" moment.
  The "Silver Bullet" – Examining the motive: how a criminal conviction becomes the ultimate leverage in a high-asset divorce battle.
  Trial by Media – The danger of public perception: how the initial wave of one-sided reporting prejudices the jury pool long before the defense can speak.

In this full podcast episode, Immigration Attorney Gary Singh explains the key changes in U.S. immigration law under the Trump administration. From Green Cards to marriage scams and bond changes, Gary provides valuable insights on navigating the U.S. immigration process. Whether you're a Green Card holder or looking to understand the shifting landscape of immigration law, this episode covers essential topics.

Key topics include:

• How to post an immigration bond
• The highest percentage chance route to U.S. citizenship
• What happens when a Green Card holder is stopped at an airport
• Deportation and jail time for fake marriage scams
• Changes to immigration bond system under Trump
• ICE arrests at schools, hospitals, and doctor’s offices
• The #1 rule for becoming a U.S. citizen
• How to marry an American and become a U.S. citizen in 5 years

Gary Singh, a seasoned immigration attorney, shares real-world advice to help individuals navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law.

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In this special podcast, A-1 Nick interview current City Prosecutor Steve Alm.  During this year 1 review of his tenure as City Prosecutor, the following is discussed:

0:00 How has the City Prosecutor's office restored trust with the public?

2:35 What is the "Weed and Seed" program

6:20 Explain the "SEED" portion of the program coming soon in the next few months

9:47 Is "Weed and Seed" similar to "Stop and Frisk" policing?  

12:45 Since taking on the new role of investigating HPD officers involved in police shooting, has there been division between the City Prosecutor's office and HPD?  

18:38 Has your administration specifically targeted gameroom activity?

22:45 The City Prosecutor's office has recently used civil law to sue and shut down gameroom activity.  What was the thinking behind this new strategy?

26:00 How has the City Prosecutor's office changed from the last administration specific to the prosecution of domestic violence cases?

31:04 What are your thoughts on the Public Defender's third motion to categorically release inmates due to the covid-19 delta variant?

39:21 Compare and contrast the experience of serving time in Arizona (private prison) vs. Halawa (public prison).

45:50 How can technology like ZOOM help speed up case resolutions and lower pre-trial prison populations 

Attorney Thomas Otake made a bold move this second week of July by filing a Motion to Dismiss Murder Charges against his client, which is one of three officers charged with the murder of 16-year-old Micronesian teenager Iremember Sykap.

In the motion, he argues the charges of second-degree murder against officer Geoffrey H.L. Thom, 42, a five-year veteran of the force, and second-degree attempted murder against Zackary K. Ah Nee, 26, a three-year HPD veteran, and his partner Christopher J. Fredeluces, 40, who has 10 years of service with the department, should be dismissed with prejudice because prosecuting them by way of a complaint and preliminary hearing after an Oahu grand jury declined to return a true bill is "statutorily and constitutionally impermissible." 

Also in this podcast the the issue of double arrests per a single charge, which is typical in the state of Hawaii.  Unfortunately, clients often times have to be booked TWICE for the same criminal matter.  In some cases the original bail bond transfers over to the second booking, however, in many cases, a second bond posting is required.

0:20 Attorney Thomas Otake’s motion to dismiss murder charges on “The 3”

1:18 Prosecutors are NOT allowed to prosecute class A felonies via preliminary hearing

3:00 No Bill means the Grand Jury rejected prosecution on The 3 

5:53 YES or NO, does the District Court have authority to indict Class A felonies?  

7:11 Hawaii constitution protects citizen from certain charging procedures 

11:53 Either District court may proceed in class A indictment or it can open up an appellate bomb (an appeal) 

13:45 Bill Cosby immunity example 

14:25 - Justice is procedural 

22:23 - Government overreach - Police and Prosecutors M.O.

33:40 Victor talks about his big dismissal win because of a defective grand jury proceeding.  

0:30 - Senate Bill 10 and AB42 - How cash bail was originally banned in California

9:00 - What was Proposition 25? How did it reinstitute the previous cash included system? 

21:22 - What's the difference between a Bail Bond fee, Loan Sharking, and Usury

28:20 - A-1 Nick calls out the radical left on language use; bail bond fee is not a ransom

37:02 - Pre-trial services: Why does the cash free public release solution never get called out for failing to help indigent clients

42:00 - Minnesota Freedom Fund - Do charity organizations misuse cash bail money?

44:00 - Kenneth Humphrey - $600K to $350K bail bond - Judge need to take into consideration the defendant's ability to pay.  

50:30 - Lessons other states can learn from California's reversal on cash bail system.  Pro and Cons of having a system that can only "detain" or "release," inmates.

56:15 - Senator Hertzberg's continued attack on bail bond industry

Hawaii's economist PAUL BREWBAKER is a local legend among Honolulu's business community.  Known for his local story telling abilities, he's been a featured speaker on all things economic for over 25 years.

Mr. Brewbaker has a degree in Economics from Stanford, and a PHD in Economics from the University of Hawaii.

He's been a lecturer at UH since 1987 and was the Bank of Hawaii's  Senior Vice President and Chief Economist for 25 years.  

On this podcast, Mr. Brewbaker breaks down the Gamestop short Squeeze.  Here's the show notes:

0:00 - What are your thoughts on Gamestop?

8:51 - Institutional, Quant, and Technical traders looking down on retail investors

20:36 -  Occupy Wall Street, populism, and social media's effect (Wall Street Bets / Reddit Army) on trading & volatility

29:45 - Clearing Houses and Robinhood platform

34:34 - Democratization of the financial system, atms, and clubbing in the 70's

38:49 - What is a bubble?

40:44 - Liquor, Ladies, and LEVERAGE

48:49 - The role of speculators, #yolo trades, and the "Chance em" risk thesis

0:15 - CNN interview Myles Breiner
1:00 - Criminal Charges for protestors at National Capitol?
2:29 - How to give voice to deplatformed voices - Parlor App
7:24 - Election fraud real or fake?
10:21 - Setting client up for arrest at airport
14:00 - Public defender client refused travel request
17:37 - Kathy and Louis Kealoha's house sold for profit
27:50 - Judge Alm will be a great City Prosecutor prediction 

0:30 Michael Hirokawa Capitol Place Sex Assault Bail Hearing
8:41 Asian Massage Parlor Raids
10:09 Forfeited assets go straight from massage parlor to prosecutor's office?
14:00 Are raids a revenue source for the City Prosecutor's office?
15:30 Louis Kealoha's $455,000 restitution
16:30 Enhanced sentencing justified for Louis Kealoha?
17:30 $250,000 Golden Parachute Restitution order pending?
21:54 Target letter to head of corporate counsel Donna Leong
25:49 Getting in touch with attorney Megan Kau

The Honolulu prosecutor’s office has been rocked by scandal, and questions about ethics and leadership.

Ms. Megan Kau, one of two candidates making it onto the November general election ballot, is running on the platform of 1) ending corruption 2) charging all levels of crime, and 3) offering a fresh new leader for the office.

Questions asked are:

0:28 - If elected, give me the names of the current prosecutors you will FIRE or ask to leave.  

2:22 - Why was Mayor Caldwell wrong to suggest welcoming back and reassigning attorney Donna Leong a year after she received a target letter from the Feds

6:00 - Are "stay at home order" citations constitutional and/or legal?

9:16 - Some question your success and even suggest you're running just for a paycheck; how do you respond?

11:40 - What was the transition like from the prosecutor's office to private practice?

14:13 - What was your family situation like growing up?

16:00 - Why are you so high on the Habilitat program?  

19:56 - Who should replace Nolan Espinda as head of the Department of Public Safety?

20:48 - How do you project DPS will deal with jail overcrowding?

23:53 - Bail Bonds as a luxury brandy

24:49 -  The prosecutor needs to be a community leader

25:33 - Thoughts on #defundthepolice

27:32 - Are your leadership abilities questioned because you're a woman?

29:39 - Shortcomings of the Keith Kaneshiro administration

32:29 - Being yelled at for 20 minutes from the partner of a law firm

35:18 - Does charging low level crimes further disenfranchise the fragile? 

38:00 - Is crime down or just going unreported?

39:00 - Revolving door of arrests and violence escalating

42:40 - Can you refuse police search of car of home?

44:30 - Court hearing via video conferencing , e-filing, do you embrace all things digital?

46:22 - Ms. Kau wins a federal case via phone

48:15 - End corruption , bring change

0:24 - Erik Willis, Kahala teen accused of stabbing, was falsely said to be "on the run," "missing," and "arm and dangerous." Mr. Seitz, his attorney, sets the record straight

6:50 - Was Erik Willis' right to reasonable bail violated when raised to $1M , then set at "no bail." Mr. Seitz also compares the state bail system to the federal bail system. 

10:30 - Are there issues with the Department of Public safety giving inmates medications/prescriptions late or not at all?

12:30 - Only recently has OCCC actually administered covid-19 / corona virus tests en mass. Previously, tests were just temperature checks, twice a day, and only upon registering a fever, did an inmate get care.

13:15 - Will HPD, Department of Public Safety detainees and employees SUE the State of Hawaii over unsafe covid-19 conditions?

16:30 - Do double bookings expose inmates and employees alike to covid-19 twice?

17:17 - What lessons can the court learn from covid-19

19:55 - Mr. Seitz talks about the $80K settlement for the lesbian couple arrested at Foodland Pupukea.

22:41 - Mr. Seitz talks about his experience with the trial of the Chicago 7

29:33 - Mr. Seitz friendship / connection with Jane Fonda

38:00 - What's the latest on the civil case against Katherine Kealoha on behalf of client Gerard Puana?