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If the victims in the Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse case aren't getting paid… who is? And how are NDAs protecting the abusers? Tune in as we break it all down.

This week on Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we're continuing the conversation with attorney Jason Joy, a leading advocate for BSA survivors, and Curtis Garrison, a survivor, speaker, and driving force behind major legislative reform.

What to expect in this episode:

• What is Trey's Law?
• Who's really getting paid from the Boy Scouts abuse case?
• How NDAs and the law have historically protected institutions and abusers
• The shocking average age that survivors come forward about their abuse
• How organizations like SOSCSA and No More Victims Alliance are fighting for justice for child sexual abuse victims

Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to the Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!

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Resources:

• Speak Out to Stop Child Sexual Abuse: https://soscsa.org
• No More Victims Alliance: https://www.nmvalliance.org
• Learn about Trey's Law: https://treyslaw.org
• Jason Joy & Associates: https://www.jasonjoylaw.com
• Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-joy-595a3416

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With nearly 100,000 claimants coming forward in the Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse case, pressure is ramping up and the demand for justice is stronger than ever.

Today on Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we're bringing clarity to one of the largest sexual abuse litigations in U.S. history, answering the question: Why aren't victims getting compensated?

Gregg is joined by two essential voices: attorney Jason Joy, a leading advocate for BSA survivors, and Curtis Garrison, a survivor, speaker, and driving force behind major legislative reform.

What to expect in this episode:

• Why survivors are receiving extremely low payouts
• The insurance litigation behind the scene
• How the Supreme Court appeal could overturn the current plan and reshape the future for all 100,000 claimants.

Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to the Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!

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Resources:

• Speak Out to Stop Child Sexual Abuse: https://soscsa.org
• No More Victims Alliance: https://www.nmvalliance.org
• Learn about Trey's Law: https://treyslaw.org
• Jason Joy & Associates: https://www.jasonjoylaw.com
• Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-joy-595a3416
• Listen to our first Boy Scouts case breakdown (Feb 2024) with Jason Joy: https://bit.ly/4m62Y3s
• Listen to our last Boy Scouts case update (Aug 2025) with Jason and Curtis: https://bit.ly/4o6PogX

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What happens when you put someone on stage to tell their personal story in front of their community? Unexpected and unforgettable connection. In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg Goldfarb sits down with David Levy, the Founder and Artistic Director of Cincinnati's True Theatre, for an eye-opening conversation about the power of unscripted, real-life storytelling.

Inspired by The Moth, David built a thriving storytelling community in Cincinnati where everyday people take the stage to share honest, personal stories around universal themes, from love to crime to the color blue.

In this episode, David pulls back the curtain on how True Theatre operates: how storytellers are selected, how themes are chosen, how live events are produced, and why authenticity—not performance—creates the deepest human connection.

Whether you're a storytelling enthusiast, a lawyer looking to improve your narrative skills, or simply curious about personal growth and community-building, this episode offers inspiring stories and a roadmap for getting involved (or even launching your own storytelling event).

What to expect in this episode:

• How True Theatre turns ordinary people into unforgettable storytellers
• The secret behind using single-word themes to spark powerful, unexpected stories
• What really happens behind the scenes: pitches, coaching, and picking the perfect lineup
• Why raw, unscripted stories connect audiences more than polished performances
• How storytelling strengthens communities and deepens human connection
• The surprising ways storytelling transforms self-awareness and personal growth
• How to start your own storytelling event (with no prior experience)
• Why authenticity (not perfection) is the ultimate storytelling superpower
• Upcoming themes for True Theatre: True Love (Jan 22, 2026), True Bird, and a return of True Crime

Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to the Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!

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Resources:

• Attend a live True Theatre show or livestream: https://truetheatre.org
• Pitch a story or start a similar event: Email David Levy at [email protected]
• Follow @truetheatre on Instagram & Facebook for updates
• The Moth: https://themoth.org

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Can veterans heal PTSD without therapy, medication, or help from the VA? Today's guest is proof they can. In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg Goldfarb sits down with Robert Greene—a U.S. Navy veteran, author, and Founder of Unfiltered Wisdom—to explore his extraordinary journey of healing from PTSD and reclaiming purpose through unconventional means.

After facing long delays for treatment in the VA system and battling substance abuse, insomnia, and anxiety, Robert chose a radical path to recovery. His search for healing took him around the world—from building an eco-village with tribal communities in the Philippines, to training in Shaolin martial arts in China, practicing yoga and breathwork with monks in India, and finding peace through mindfulness, freediving, and meditation.

Now living in Bali, Robert shares insights from his book "Unfiltered Wisdom", revealing how self-awareness, somatic healing, and emotional intelligence can help anyone overcome trauma, build resilience, and find purpose beyond pain.

What to expect in this episode:

• Why traditional mental health care often fails veterans and trauma survivors
• The turning point that led Robert to leave everything behind and rebuild his life abroad
• How yoga, meditation, and martial arts can rewire the mind for calm and clarity
• Insightful stories from tribal living and travel therapy
• The link between emotional regulation, movement, and long-term healing
• Why self-discovery and discomfort are powerful tools for resilience
• How Robert turned trauma into entrepreneurship and built an eco-village from scratch

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Resources:

• Buy "Unfiltered Wisdom: Raw & Honest Truths about Living with Trauma" by Robert Greene: https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Rob_Greene_Unfiltered_Wisdom?id=2jWPEQAAQBAJ&pli=1
• Follow Robert Greene on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/un_filtered_wisdom
• Connect with Robert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unfilteredwisdom

This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.

Why does so much of our food make us hungrier instead of healthier—and what role does the law play in keeping it that way? In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg Goldfarb sits down with Dr. Marion Nestle, a world-renowned food politics expert, nutritionist, and author, to expose how corporate power, weak regulation, and profit-driven policies shaped America's food system.

Her newest book, "What to Eat Now: The Indispensable Guide to Good Food, How to Find It, and Why It Matters", offers no-nonsense answers to the most important food questions on our plate today.

From ultra processed foods engineered for addiction to the legal loopholes that let companies hide additives and mislead consumers, Gregg and Marion unpack the truth about what's really on our plates—and how attorneys, policymakers, and everyday citizens can fight back.

This eye-opening conversation dives into the GRAS loophole, FDA limits, marketing to kids, and how deregulation turned nutrition into a corporate playground. Whether you're a lawyer, advocate, or just trying to eat better, this episode will change how you think about food, health, and accountability.

What to expect in this episode:

• What makes food "ultra processed" (and why it's hard to stop eating)
• How deregulation and shareholder profit reshaped the American diet
• The shocking food-tobacco connection and addiction by design
• Why the FDA can't always protect consumers
• The GRAS Loophole: How companies self-approve additives
• The SNAP and school lunch debate—public aid or corporate subsidy?
• The marketing war for kids' attention and its legal fallout
• State reforms in California and Texas targeting harmful additives
• Real steps toward food system reform and smarter policy

Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to the Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!

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Resources:

• Pre-order "What to Eat Now" by Dr. Marion Nestle & Find her other books: https://www.foodpolitics.com/about
• Read New York Times' article about Dr. Marion Nestle: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/07/well/marion-nestle-nutrition-food-profile.html
• Connect with Dr. Marion Nestle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marion-nestle-9515ba8
• Twitter: @marionnestle
• Instagram: @marionnestle

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In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, host Gregg Goldfarb is joined by attorney and bail law expert Ken Good to unpack one of the most controversial issues in criminal justice today: bail reform. With Texas at the center of the national debate, they break down what bail is supposed to do, how the system actually works, and why efforts to eliminate cash bail have sparked heated legal, political, and public safety battles across the country.

Ken brings decades of experience working inside the Texas bail system, both in the courtroom and at the legislative level. Listen in as he untangles the high-profile cases driving reform, the push to address inequities, and the unintended consequences many communities are now facing—like increased failures to appear, mental health challenges, and organized crime exploiting reform gaps.

This is a grounded, fact-based conversation that cuts through the noise and addresses the real question at the heart of the debate: How do we balance fairness with accountability?

What to expect in this episode:

• A clear explanation of what bail is actually meant to do
• How the Texas bail system differs from other states
• The lawsuit currently reshaping bail law in Texas
• Why some "no cash bail" policies are backfiring—and where they may be working
• The role of mental health and repeat offenders in the bail conversation
• How organized crime and policy gaps intersect more than people realize
• Ken's proposals for reform that preserve both equity and public safety
• What law firms and justice advocates should prepare for as reform evolves

Whether you believe bail reform is long overdue—or worry it's gone too far—this episode gives you the context, history, and real-world stories needed to understand what's actually at stake.

Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to the Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!

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Resources:

• Visit Ken's website: https://www.thegoodlawfirm.net
• Listen to The Bail Post podcast: https://www.thebailpost.com
• Connect with Ken Good on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-w-good-a789a43a
• Professional Bondsmen of Texas: https://pbtx.com

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This week on Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we're sharing Gregg Goldfarb's appearance on Chris Dreyer's Personal Injury Mastermind podcast. In the show, Gregg talks about how small, nimble law firms can take on massive cases—and win. With over 30 years of experience in personal injury, insurance claims, and mass tort litigation, Gregg shares how he built a lean, modern practice capable of competing with the biggest players in the legal world.

From police brutality cases in the Rodney King era to today's major mass torts like Camp Lejeune, Gregg breaks down how to stay adaptable, avoid wasteful ad spending, and master the art of outsourcing. He and Chris dig into the realities of case acquisition, the pitfalls of marketing fraud, and how smart partnerships can make or break your firm.

Whether you're a solo practitioner, managing partner, or curious about the business of law, this episode is full of practical strategies and candid lessons for thriving in a high-stakes, fast-changing industry.

What to expect in this episode:

• How Gregg built a thriving personal injury practice with a lean, outsourced model
• Why adaptability and curiosity are key to long-term success in law
• The truth about case marketing, referral pitfalls, and due diligence
• How to stop wasting money on old-school ad strategies and focus on ROI
• The power of building relationships and showing up at legal conferences
• Lessons from landmark cases—police brutality, mass torts, and more
• How podcasting has helped Gregg grow his brand, network, and firm

Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to the Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!

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Resources:

• Listen to more Personal Injury Mastermind episodes: https://rankings.io/pim
• Subscribe to PIM podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@personalinjurymastermind
• Connect with Chris Dreyer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdreyerco

This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.

In this very unique episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, host Gregg Goldfarb sits down with Dr. Brian Becker—economist, author, and son of Benton Becker, the man who helped President Gerald Ford navigate one of the most defining moments in American political history: the pardon of Richard Nixon.

Brian's new book, Of Pardons and Presidents, explores his father's extraordinary behind-the-scenes role in the Watergate aftermath and the personal toll that came with it. Together, Gregg and Brian unpack the legal strategy, political risk, and human story behind one of the most controversial decisions ever made by a U.S. president.

From rare family anecdotes to lessons on integrity, leadership, and forgiveness, this episode bridges history and humanity in a way only firsthand stories can.

What to expect in this episode:

• The untold story behind President Ford's decision to pardon Richard Nixon
• Benton Becker's key legal role in negotiating the pardon and shaping history
• What it was like for the Becker family to live through Watergate's public backlash
• The constitutional and legal basis of presidential pardons (including Burdick v. U.S.)
• How Brian Becker turned his family's story into Of Pardons and Presidents
• Reflections on legacy, forgiveness, and the importance of preserving history
• Advice for aspiring writers and storytellers chronicling family or political history

Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to the Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb!

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Resources:

• Buy "Of Pardons and Presidents" by Brian Becker: http://bit.ly/3W1pOOO
• Connect with Brian C. Becker on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-becker-083a613

This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.

In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, you'll hear from Steve Smith of Broughton Partners for a rapid-fire update on the biggest developments in mass tort litigation. From Uber sexual assault lawsuits to PFAS "forever chemical" contamination, Gregg and Steve unpack the latest cases, billion-dollar settlements, and what these fights mean for attorneys and the public alike.

They break down everything from the dangers hiding in Roblox and social media platforms to new science linking Depo Provera to brain tumors and Tylenol to autism. Plus, Steve shares insider advice for attorneys looking to safely and successfully enter the fast-paced world of mass torts (without getting lost in the noise).

Whether you're a lawyer, consumer, or advocate for public health, this episode "cuts to the chase" on the biggest legal battles shaping the future of corporate accountability and consumer safety.

What to expect in this episode:

• The latest on Uber sexual assault litigation and what survivors can expect next
• How Roblox, social media, and video games are facing lawsuits over exploitation and addiction
• Why Depo Provera and Tylenol lawsuits could reshape product liability law
• How PFAS "forever chemicals" continue to contaminate water systems nationwide
• Updates on Roundup and Paraquat—and why their health risks still matter
• Behind the scenes of Broughton Partners' work connecting attorneys with vetted mass tort opportunities
• What new MDL rulings and EPA standards mean for lawyers, clients, and affected families

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Resources:

• Broughton Partners: https://www.broughtonpartners.com
• Connect with Stephen Smith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masstortmentor

This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.

Are veterans being left behind? In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, attorney and advocate Libby Jamison exposes how VA workforce cuts, toxic exposure claims, and the complex benefits system are impacting millions of veterans—and what you can do to fight back.

As a former White House Advisor with decades of experience fighting for veterans, Libby explains what VA job cuts mean, why the benefits process is so overwhelming, and how new laws like the PACT Act are changing veterans' rights.

From navigating benefits to fighting toxic exposure claims, Libby shares practical advice, insider knowledge, and inspiring stories of advocacy that make a difference for veterans and their families.

If you're a veteran, military family member, or advocate, this episode breaks down what you need to know.

What to expect in this episode:

• The impact of VA workforce cuts and what it means for care and benefits
• How to navigate the confusing maze of veteran benefits without getting lost
• Why the PACT Act is a game-changer for toxic exposure and burn pit claims
• Key differences between VSOs, attorneys, and "claim sharks"
• The hidden benefits veterans and families may be missing at the state level
• Urgent steps federal employee veterans should take if facing layoffs
• Success stories of advocacy—like military spouse licensing reform—that prove change is possible

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Resources:

• E. Grace Law Firm: https://egracelaw.com
• Connect with Libby Jamsion on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ejamisonesq
• Official Portal for VA Benefits: https://va.org
• The American Legion: https://www.legion.org
• VFW: The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S.: https://www.vfw.org
• DAV: Disabled American Veterans: https://www.dav.org

This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.