IndyBar Podcasts

Welcome to Asked and Answered, the podcast where young lawyers get candid answers, real advice, and a few laughs from those who’ve been around the bar a while. Co-hosted by the Chairs of the Young Lawyers Division and the Masters Division of the Indianapolis Bar Association, the show dives into the practical, the awkward, and the unexpectedly funny sides of practicing law. Whether you’re wondering where you fit, how to grow, or what on earth you’re supposed to do next — we’ve got you. Bring your questions. We’ll bring the answers.

Submit your questions to [email protected], and we'll discuss them anonymously!

Intro music is Frost, graciously provided by friends of the pod: Everybody Jaywalks.

The views and opinions expressed in this program are solely held by the speakers and do not necessarily represent the organizations they belong to. For more information about the Indianapolis Bar Association visit IndyBar.org

Greetings! Today’s guest on “What About with James Bell” is none other than the Honorable, high top wearing, Elected Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears and our sponsor is the Proteus Discovery Group.

Today we ask "What about being the Prosecutor?"

To answer that question, we’re going to talk about things that make America great like basketball, discretion and second chances. We will take a serious look at what can be done to make our city better and then we end with some silly rapid fire questions.

There’s a lot of ground to cover and we hope you enjoy the show.

This podcast was brought to you by Proteus Discovery Group. Download, "Mastering Short Message Data: A Guide to Defensible Collection and Review" here: https://resources.proteusdiscovery.com/mastering-short-message-data-guide. If you would like to contact the team at Proteus, head to proteusdiscovery.com/contact. 

Timestamps: 

Opening: 0:00 - 0:52

Ryan Mears Interview Part 1: 0:53 - 27:13

Proteus Discovery Group Ad: 27:14 - 28:16

Ryan Mears Interview Part 2: 28:17 - 58:36

Closing: 58:37 - 1:00:48

In this podcast, 2024 IndyBar Luminary Award Winner John Trimble talks about optimism, problem solving and, of course, we have to tell a Bob Knight story.

But the most important part of this podcast comes later when John talks about what he learned from his bout with cancer. So for the low price of $0.00, you will get a little bit of fun and a little bit of wisdom from a pillar of the bar. We hope you enjoy!

Today's episode was brought to you by LawPay. Visit Lawpay.com/indybar to see receive no monthly fee for three months! 

Timestamps:

Intro: 0:00 - 1:10

John Trimble Interview Part 1: 1:11 - 12:14

Recognition Breakfast Promo: 12:15 - 13:21

John Trimble Interview Part 2: 13:22 - 17:23

Law Pay Advertisement: 17:24 - 18:18

John Trimble Interview Part 3: 18:19 - 38:06

Closing: 38:07 - 38:52

Nashville recording artist (and Deputy Director of the Indiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program) Ashley Hart feels the music and loves Elvis. She tells us about her days trying to “make it” in the business and about playing music with those who played with Elvis, including the Jordanaires, DJ Fontana, and James Burton. She even got to know Lisa Marie Presley herself.

Ashley and James' conversations takes us to Graceland, Las Vegas, Market Square Arena, and everywhere in between so they can answer the question, "what about feelin’ Elvis?" The spirit of Elvis enters the podcast and if you listen, you will feel a higher power. Be sure to stick around to the end of the show to hear Ashley absolutely CRUSH "Can't Help Fallin in Love" and then we close out the show with Ashley's own original, "Hart Song."

Today's episode was brought to you by LawPay. Visit Lawpay.com/indybar to see receive no monthly fee for three months! 

Timestamps: 

Intro:  0:00 - 1:58

Ashley Hart Interview Part 1: 1:59 - 34:54

Law Pay Advertisement: 34:55 - 35:49

Ashley Hart Interview Part 2: 35:50 - 58:58

Closing: 58:59 - 1:00:00

"A Hart's Song" by Ashley Hart: 1:00 - 1:04:05

Today we ask the question, "What about being Jim Voyles?" There is no one better to ask than the man himself, legendary criminal defense attorney, Jim Voyles! We kick off the conversation in January 1943, head to the 1968 DNC, go to St. Elmo's with Mike Tyson, spend 50 hours in a truck with Bob Knight, and so much more! 

Today's episode was brought to you by LawPay. Visit Lawpay.com/indybar to see receive no monthly fee for three months! 

Intro: 0:00 - 0:53

Jim Voyles Interview Part 1: 0:53 - 30:22

Law Pay Advertisement: 30:23 - 31:15

Jim Voyles Interview Part 2: 31:16 - 1:02:34

Closing: 1:02:34 - 1:04:40

As we approach the dog days of summer, we ask the question, "What about coaching little league?" To answer that question, James tells you about his historic coaching career and how he was able to fend off his players from breaking the record for most Oreos eaten and Gatorade drank during a little league soccer season. 

Today's podcast was brought to you by LawPay. Visit Lawpay.com/indybar to see receive no monthly fee for three months! 

Intro: 0:00 - 1:52

Coaching Little League: 1:53 - 9:32

You heard us George. We are starting our own country! As Americans across the country prepare to celebrate Independence Day, James asks the question, "What About Becoming an American?" Sit back and relax as James tells you a story. 

Happy 4th of July everyone! 

Intro: 0:00 - 0:39

James' 4th of July Message: 0:48 - 8:38

Final Thoughts: 8:38 - 10:47

Mansplaining. 

What is it? Why does it happen? How do we avoid it? And what should it really be called?  In this episode, attorney Raegan Gibson of the Paganelli Law Group answers these questions and many others. (And James finally gets to present his first ever Jon Stewart-esque “Moment of Zen.”) 

Today's episode was brought to you by Rebecca W. Geyer & Associates (https://www.rgeyerlaw.com/).

Opening: 0:00-2:22

Microphone struggles: 2:23-2:59

Raegan's never heard of Mansplaining: 3:00-3:34

IndyBar Talent Show: 3:35-4:55

Billboards: 4:56- 6:55

Mansplaining Conversation: 6:56-22:40

Rules of Karaoke: 22:41-24:20

Shark Week: 24:21-25:19

Storm Chasing: 25:20-26:29

Germs: 26:30-27:44

Jon Stewart moment of Zen: 27:45-28:28

Closing: 28:28-29:40

Ever wonder who to hire or who makes for the most successful lawyer? Then you should listen to Dr. Evan Parker “Moneyballer to the Lawyer Stars” as he answers the question, "What About Moneyball for Lawyers?" Evan and James discuss what past experiences can predict attorney success, practicing law in the new hybrid world, and that “IU McKinney vs. IU Maurer” thing. We close out the episode with the big winners and losers.

Today's podcast was brought to you by Christie Farrell Lee & Bell PC: https://cflblaw.com/

Evan Parker Bio: Evan counts among his clients AmLaw 100 firms and Fortune 100 companies, including 3 of the Top 5. He serves as data analytics partner and advisor to the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) and sits on Law360's Advisory Board. Evan’s approach and use of data to inform law firm management and legal operations has saved clients millions of dollars and puts his clients at the industry's forefront. His collaboration with a client led to the client being recognized as a 2023 Champion of Diversity by The American Lawyer. He also appeared on the Malcolm Gladwell's Revisionist History podcast episode, "The Tortoise and the Hare."  

Visit his website here: www.parkeranalytics.us

Intro: 0:00 - 2:09

Christie Farrell Lee & Bell Sponsorship: 2:10 - 3:30

Evan Parker Interview: 3:31 - 29:48

Closing: 29:49 - 32:24

Bonjour! Today, James asks the question, "What About Finding Your Landing Zone?" His guest is attorney and author of Find Your Landing Zone: Life Beyond the Bar, Kevin McGoff! James and Kevin's conversation leads them to the Rain Tree Inn outside of New Castle, IN, jail parking lots, epitaphs and plans for change. We close out the show with today's big winners and losers.

Give the show a listen and find out why later tonight we will be pouring out a pint of Guinness for a pour wee fella! 

Today's podcast was brought to you by Elisabeth Edwards of Wanzer Edwards PC (https://www.wanzeredwards.com/author/elisabeth/)

If you would like to purchase a copy of Kevin's book click here: https://a.co/d/ezdsABF

Intro: 0:00 - 1:12

Kevin McGoff Interview Part 1: 1:12 - 23:28

Elisabeth Edwards Sponsorship: 23:29 - 24:29

Kevin McGoff Interview Part 2: 24:30 - 45:05

Closing: 45:05 - 49:30