Every eight minutes, someone reports a sexual assault on Uber in the United States.

In the Season 2 premiere, Chris and Lauren break down the massive multi-district litigation building against Uber — over 2,700 plaintiffs, a company that internally logged more than 400,000 reports of sexual assault or misconduct between 2017 and 2022 while publicly disclosing only 12,000, and a driver with two prior misconduct complaints who was still on the app when he attacked a passenger during what should have been a 22-minute ride.

But just as the legal pressure mounts, Uber pivots — filing a California ballot initiative that would cap how personal injury settlements are distributed, making it economically unviable for plaintiffs attorneys to take these cases in the first place.

Chris and Lauren argue this isn't an isolated move: it's the same corporate tort reform playbook used by tobacco, auto, and pharmaceutical companies for decades, dressed up in new language and aimed at closing the courthouse doors before anyone can walk through them.

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1. The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Alex Haley and Malcolm X

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Hosted by Christopher Adamson

Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen

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The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

It’s Personal is hosted by Christopher Adamson and brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot, a California, Nevada, and Texas trial firm. Learn more about Christopher, the firm, and how we can help at AA.law or call 310-893-6610 for a free consultation.

Season 2 of It's Personal is here. Starting September 2nd, new episodes drop every Wednesday — real stories, real people, real impact. Hit follow so you don't miss a single one!

In this special two-part season finale, It’s Personal looks back at the conversations that defined Season 1—where law, power, money, and real life collide.

Hosted by award-winning trial attorney Christopher Adamson, Part 1 revisits the stories that exposed how deeply the legal system shapes our everyday lives—from the courtroom to college sports, from criminal defense to immigration, and from Hollywood to billion-dollar corporations.

Questions? Thoughts? Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠  or visit ⁠itspersonalpod.com⁠

Hosted by Christopher Adamson

Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen

Brought to you by ⁠Adamson Ahdoot⁠

The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

In this special two-part season finale, It’s Personal looks back at the conversations that defined Season 1—where law, power, money, and real life collide.

Hosted by award-winning trial attorney Christopher Adamson, Part 1 revisits the stories that exposed how deeply the legal system shapes our everyday lives—from the courtroom to college sports, from criminal defense to immigration, and from Hollywood to billion-dollar corporations.

Questions? Thoughts? Email us at [email protected]  or visit itspersonalpod.com

Hosted by Christopher Adamson

Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen

Brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot

The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

Former prosecutor and award-winning trial attorney Austin Ward is back for a lighter, fast-paced round of Hot Bench—where we dive into wildly unpopular opinions, tackle absurd legal hypotheticals, and once again prove that lawyers can (and will) argue about anything.

Marissa Montes, Co-Founder and Director of the Loyola Immigrant Justice Clinic, shares her journey from immigrant rights activism at USC to building the first binational law school clinic in the U.S. She reveals how shifting policies under multiple administrations have fueled a rise in “self-deportation,” the challenges of representing mixed-status families, and why community-based lawyering is critical in an era of daily immigration policy changes.Questions? Thoughts? Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ or visit ⁠itspersonalpod.com⁠Hosted by Christopher AdamsonProduced by Lauren Henning & Chris WeigenBrought to you by ⁠Adamson Ahdoot⁠The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

Adamson Ahdoot trial attorney and partner Austin Ward joins Chris to break down the corporate push to limit attorney fees in personal injury cases—and why it could gut access to justice for everyday people. From his early skepticism of PI lawyers to fighting billion-dollar companies, Ward explains how fee caps tilt the system in favor of corporate interests and what’s really at stake.

Questions? Thoughts? Email us at [email protected] or visit itspersonalpod.com

Hosted by Christopher Adamson

Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen

Brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot

The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

Daniel Stefanic, now a trial attorney at Adamson Ahdoot, opens up about his battle with addiction and the path that took him from homelessness to the courtroom. He shares how confronting his own demons shaped his approach to criminal defense and later personal injury law, and what it takes to succeed in high-pressure legal work while protecting your own well-being.Questions? Thoughts? Email us at [email protected] or visit itspersonalpod.comHosted by Christopher AdamsonProduced by Lauren Henning & Chris WeigenBrought to you by Adamson AhdootThe views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

Chris Adamson and producer Lauren Henning unpack the high-profile Lively v. Baldoni case, where harassment allegations, countersuits, and defamation claims collide with Hollywood power dynamics. Drawing on Lauren’s background at SAG-AFTRA, they explore the legal nuances, industry politics, and cultural stakes behind the headlines—and what this case could mean for the future of workplace accountability in entertainment.

Questions? Thoughts? Email us at [email protected]  or visit itspersonalpod.com

Hosted by Christopher Adamson

Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen

Brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot

The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

Peter Iwuh, CEO & founder of Tykoon Sports, breaks down the billion-dollar shift in college athletics—from the Ed O’Bannon case to today’s NIL era where branding, boosters, and big-money deals shape recruiting. He reveals how athletes can turn NIL into long-term success, why the transfer portal is a double-edged sword, and how systemic inequalities still leave smaller programs and women’s sports fighting for their share.

Questions? Thoughts? Email us at  [email protected] or visit itspersonalpod.com

Hosted by Christopher Adamson

Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen

Brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot

The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.