In today's episode of Bar Fights, Court Tv reporter, Emmy award winner, lawyer and former prosecutor Vinnie Politan joins Sarah to talk about the premise of his upcoming show, Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan. Sarah and Vinnie explore the concept of accomplices in criminal cases, how our justice system treats them and why they often end up being relatively ordinary people with no motive for committing the crime, pointing to a fascinating pattern in the relationships of these accomplices. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode to gain a deeper understanding of the criminal justice system.

On Episode 54 of Bar Fights, Sarah once again engages in a conversation about the concern of child exploitation, this time with filmmaker, impact investor, and philanthropist Nighat Shah. Nighat is dedicated to using film to raise awareness about child labor, citing her journey from Pakistan as the driving force in her social justice filmmaking, specifically her film "Gunjal" ("Entangled"). Delve into their eye-opening discussion about the link between child labor and sexual assault, the unsettling trend of relaxing child labor laws in certain US states, and the urgent call for awareness, education, and social responsibility to eradicate this issue. This episode will inspire every listener to become an informed consumer, support ethical companies, and champion the well-being of children globally.

On Episode 53 of Bar Fights, Sarah sits down with Allyson McCabe, author of "Why Sinead O'Connor Matters." In a profound conversation about the artist's impactful career, they explore Sinead O'Connor's courageous activism during the 1990s, including her iconic moments of protest and the backlash she endured for speaking out against systemic issues like child abuse and religious authority. This episode delves into the broader cultural context of O'Connor's actions, highlighting the challenges of addressing sensitive subjects and the healing potential of open dialogue, ultimately emphasizing the transformative power of addressing painful truths for positive change.

On episode 52 of Bar Fights, Sarah welcomes Michel Bryant, a journalist, attorney, and broadcaster with extensive experience in legal analysis and coverage. Michel discusses his transition from practicing law to TV, where he produces shows like "I Survived a Crime" and "Taking the Stand." He shares how "I Survived a Crime" explores diverse paths to survival and adds insight into high-profile cases such as Johnny Depp and Alex Murdaugh, highlighting the significance of defendants taking the witness stand by citing cases where likability played a role in jury outcomes.

In this week's not-to-miss episode, Sarah sits down for a conversation with Nat Glover, a remarkable man born in 1943 in the segregated city of Jacksonville, Florida. Despite the challenging circumstances, Nat rose to prominence and earned immense respect as the first Black man to have been elected sheriff in Florida’s Deep South in over 100 years and one of the nation's most esteemed law enforcement professionals. Nat discusses his life experiences, including a traumatic incident during a sit-in demonstration and an unjust arrest that almost derailed his path to becoming a police officer. Nat guides listeners through his leadership philosophy, the importance of credibility, and seeking guidance from trusted mentors. Be sure to check out Nat's upcoming book, "Striving for Justice: A Black Sheriff in the Deep South," available everywhere on August 22nd!

In this inspiring episode of Bar Fights, Sarah chats with Terri Cole, a licensed psychotherapist and relationship empowerment expert. Author of Boundary Boss: The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free. Terri shares insights into authenticity, boundaries, and establishing healthy human relationships — especially the one with ourselves.

This week join Sarah and Dawn Hawkins, CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, for part 2 of this thought-provoking episode, as they delve deeper into the crucial topic of protecting children from sexual exploitation. Building upon the previous discussion on the "dirty dozen list," which highlights influential companies or organizations that are either making positive changes for our kids or need to improve, Dawn sheds light on the remarkable work her organization is undertaking.

Get ready for a compelling episode with Sarah and Dawn Hawkins, CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation. Explore the organization's vital efforts in protecting children from sexual exploitation and delve into valuable insights on how to safeguard your kids in the digital age. This is a discussion you won't want to miss, addressing a crucial issue that demands our attention.

Today on Bar Fights, we're reposting one of our favorite interviews with Lauren Sivan, a former New York TV news reporter who is among more than 100 women who have accused media mogul Harvey Weinstein of sexual harassment.

Get ready for a thought-provoking episode of the Bar Fights podcast with guest speaker Lauren Sivan, as she joins host Sarah Klein to discuss her personal experience with Harvey Weinstein. Lauren shares how she initially felt like she was alone in her experience, but later realized that there were many others who had been subjected to similar mistreatment. Tune in as Lauren sheds light on the toxic culture of Hollywood and the long-standing abuses of power that have gone unchecked for too long.

In today’s episode of Bar Fights, we have the pleasure of Part 2 with award-winning human rights activist and attorney, Yasmin Vafa. She and Sarah delve into the troubling issue of the abuse-to-prison pipeline. Yasmin sheds light on how young women of color are disproportionately affected by this systemic problem and has also uncovered another pattern - an overwhelming majority of girls in the juvenile justice system have experienced sexual abuse prior to being incarcerated.