The Trial Lawyers College Podcast

By Trial Lawyers College

What's The Trial Lawyers College Podcast about?

The Trial Lawyers College Podcast talks to leading attorneys, TLC board members, and faculty about the ideas and the issues that are affecting trial lawyers today.

The TLC podcast covers courtroom strategy, communicating with jurors, connecting with clients, methods that drive success, balancing healthy relationships with a busy practice and more.

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The Trial Lawyers College Podcast episodes:

04.15.2024
Tied to the Soul with Michael Bristow
Michael Bristow recounts his recent journey at a Trial Lawyers College event in Tulsa, OK, illuminating the profound impact of storytelling through music and sound. He reflects on the emotional resonance and universal connection these elements foster, underscoring their...
04.08.2024
Humanity with Dustin Collier
Dustin Collier, a recent participant in a Trial Skills event, shares insights from his inaugural experience at the Trial Lawyers College, contrasting it with previous Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events he’s attended. He delves into the distinctive focus on...
04.01.2024
A Day in the Life with Brian McCallister
Brian McCallister returns to go over some of the methods he used for a recent trial victory. Brian describes, in vivid detail, his voir dire tactics as well as a video he recorded to share his client’s daily routine with...
03.25.2024
You’re Next! with Kyra Blankenship
Recent TLC attendee, Kyra Blankenship, describes her experience at the most recent Trial Lawyers College event Trial Skills Foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Kyra details what it’s like to participate in psychodrama for the first time and how big of...
03.18.2024
Safety Zone with Savannah Rand
Recent TLC graduate from the 2022, Savannah Rand, details a recent trial experience and how TLC methods helped open up the case before the trial and inside the courtroom. Savannah explains how effective and familiar vocabulary helped connect the jurors...
03.11.2024
Solo with Brian McCallister
Brian McCallister, TLC graduate from the class of 1995, details his recent solo trial case and his experience discovering the story and loving his client. Brian explains the peaks and valleys that come with trying a case solo; his first...
03.04.2024
Fighting Burnout with Carson Runge
2011 TLC graduate and faculty member since 2019, Carson Runge, discusses burnout and frequent paranoia with opposing council after long periods of practicing law. Carson explains how fighting insurance companies and changes with courtroom procedures since COVID have made the...
02.26.2024
Grace for Others with Jacqui Ford
2013 TLC graduate and TLC staff member since 2015, Jacqui Ford, joins Rafe Foreman to reminisce about the recent “Taste of TLC” in Tulsa, OK. Jacqui tells us about her recent experiences in regard to stressfulness, forgiveness, and grace.
02.19.2024
“Apes at the Zoo” with Sammy Duncan
2019 TLC graduate, Sammy Duncan, talks to us about a recent trial win regarding a child victim. Sammy describes creativity in the court room and the ups and downs that comes with judges decisions regarding motion in limine.
02.14.2024
State of the Tribe with John Sloan
TLC President John Sloan talks about the current state and future endeavors of the Trial Lawyers College. John touches on everything from our new Executive Director, Becky Barlow, messaging to lawyers curious about registering for an event, and the possibility...
01.29.2024
Women's Retreat with Cyndy Short
1994 graduate and board member from the beginning of the Trial Lawyers College, Cyndy Short, explains the importance and reasons for TLC having a Women’s Regional Seminar. Cyndy details the experiences from last year’s seminar while highlighting some of the...
01.22.2024
Balance with Zulfikar Wafai
Welcome to the TLC Podcast Zulfikar Wafai, Rafe Foreman’s first intern in 2011 and public defender in Golden, Colorado. Zulfikar discusses his firm stances on work life balance and how being the best version of himself, personally and professionally,...
01.15.2024
Bigger and Better with Becky Barlow
Introducing Becky Barlow, graduate of Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, as she takes on the mantle of Executive Director of the Trial Lawyers College. Listen as Rafe extends a welcome from the TLC tribe to Becky as we hear about...
01.01.2024
Emotionally Open with Carlos Concepcion
Trial Lawyer and Law Professor at American International Law School in Puerto Rico, Carlos Concepcion, details his experience as host for the recent Trial Lawyers College case consult in Puerto Rico. Carlos goes deep into the processes starting at the...
12.25.2023
A Giving Tribe with Jason Sosa
2017 graduate and faculty member, Jason Sosa, describes his recent transition from criminal defense to more civil trial work. Jason elaborates on how supportive and giving the Trial Lawyers College tribe is; also, a recent case consult purchased through...
12.18.2023
Emotional Impact with Matthew Sahag
2023 TLC graduate Matthew Sahag from Des Moines, Iowa, shares his experience with a recent case consult in Puerto Rico purchased through TLC fundraising. Matthew details his journey that lead to the Trial Lawyers College and how the methods he’s...
12.13.2023
TLC Case Consult for Matthew Sahag in Puerto Rico
Matt Sahag meets with Rafe Foreman, Paula Estefan, Ron Estefan, and Susan Hutchison in Puerto Rico for a TLC auctioned case consult. Carlos Conception hosted the group where they discussed the importance and impact of digging into the story and...
12.04.2023
Tribal Update with Rafe Foreman
TLC Podcast host, Rafe Foreman, gives an invitation regarding podcast guest appearances, TLC board membership and permanent TLC location importance. Rafe offers information and guidance regarding the improvement of the health of the Trial Lawyers College.
11.27.2023
Being Real with Bret Merkle
2000.2 TLC graduate, Bret Merkle, talks to us about being real and connecting with emotions that motivate behavior. Bret goes over his story of finding purpose in focusing on others and finding joy with the goal of staying there.
11.20.2023
Sympathetic Experiences with Brecken Wagner
Brecken Wagner, 2016 TLC graduate, expounds on the criminal law system in Oklahoma and its tribal courts. Brecken explains the recent Supreme Court decision that has created new tribal courts, starting proceedings, and creating laws for the first time.
11.06.2023
Hate and Anger with Benjamin Bunn
Benjamin Bunn joins us to discuss hate and anger and the motivations and reactions we have when we encounter them. Listen as Ben takes us through some of the feelings and emotions we go through as we experience situations...
10.30.2023
Preparation and Methods with Gina Downes
2015 TLC graduate Gina Downes details her experiences being introduced to TLC Methods and her early presumptions around what a lawyer should be. Gina tells us about the preparation and skills that helped her enter the profession straight out of...
10.09.2023
The Beginner’s Mind with Andy Rubenstein
2005 TLC graduate, Andy Rubenstein, talks about his experiences as a teacher and student at previous TLC events. Andy discusses the benefits and reasons behind his self care and wellness focus that keeps him energized and fighting for clients....
09.18.2023
Preservation for Plaintiffs with Dirk Weeks
Dirk Weeks, and his company, help develop strategies and recommend plans for plaintiff’s lawyers for clients in settlements. Hear how Dirk helps clients get the most out of settlements with structured annuities using tax conscious tactics.
09.04.2023
Mental Health Training with Render Freeman
2015 Graduate, Render Freeman, brings us his recent experience with psychodrama training in New York. Render also details his current work with counselors and why trial lawyers should be in regular therapy.
08.28.2023
Living with a Traumatic Brain Injury for Over 26 years with Trey Jones
Trey Jones of Post, TX, experienced an oilfield accident in 1997 and describes the resulting medical issues that followed. Hear Trey’s journey as he experienced amnesia, embarrassment, and recovery from his traumatic brain injury over 26 years ago.
08.21.2023
Case Consult in Lubbock, TX with Mike Smith, Mike Watson, and Ron Estefan
Assemble! TLC graduates Mike Smith, Mike Watson, and Ron Estefan join Rafe Foreman in Lubbock, TX for a case consult auctioned at a recent TLC event. Hear the benefits and techniques they used in front of live jurors to...
08.14.2023
Relatable Humanity with Andrew Pickett
Recent TLC graduate, Andrew Pickett, describes his early experiences with TLC, psychodrama, and the hurdles of starting his own firm while detailing his last few trials. Andrew explains the power of being his authentic self and the genuine concern...
08.07.2023
Trusted and Inspired with Grace Reed
Grace Reed discusses her first legal jobs and the differences between big law firm jobs and small clerking jobs, like her current internship. Listen as Grace describes her unique experiences and the dynamics of a TLC influenced firm.
07.31.2023
Empathic Connections with Lauren Checki
2023 TLC Graduate, Lauren Checki, details her recent experience at the 3 Week Course and how those experiences have impacted and shaped her practice. Lauren then details the work her firm does with business and home owners to sue insurance...
07.24.2023
First Impressions with Mario Hankerson
TLC 3 Week Course attendee and first time New Mexico visitor, Mario Hankerson, discusses his hesitancy and discovery of TLC methods at his first TLC event. Listen as Mario details his first interactions with "String of Pearls" and psychodrama.
07.17.2023
Medical Negligence with Parrish Collins
From Montezuma's Castle during the 3 Week Course, Parrish Collins joins Rafe Foreman to discuss his TLC experience from last year. Parrish details his recent efforts and focus on medical negligence in the prison and jail system in New Mexico...
07.10.2023
Group Interview from Montezuma's Castle
TLC 3 week course attendees at Montezuma's Catle Laura Schultes, Sarah Mather, Colleen Mullen, Maria Bribriesco, Linda Tran, Defne Ozgediz, and Ashley Carpenter discuss the current legal environment from their perspectives.
07.03.2023
Effective Scene Setting with Andy Vickery
TLC faculty member, Andy Vickery, shares a war story regarding a recent trial focused around effective scene setting and closing arguments. Andy takes time to dive back into a scene regarding words of love a elderly woman shared with her...
06.26.2023
Not Just a CLE Program with Joe Leventis
First time TLC attendee, Joe Leventis, discusses his first impressions of the 3 Week Course in Montezuma's Castle in New Mexico. Joe explains how TLC methods has begun to shape his practice and his life after just 2 weeks into...
06.19.2023
3 Week Course with Todd Hollis
Current TLC participant, Todd Hollis, details his introduction to TLC and his first impressions of TLC methods and curriculum from the most recent 3 week course in Montezuma Castle. Listen as Todd and Rafe dive into their first TLC experiences...
06.12.2023
3 Week Course Location with Jacob Vigil
Jacob Vigil, 2001 TLC faculty graduate, discovered Montezuma Castle and the United World College decades ago. During a clandestine phone call, he happened to be driving in that exact location when he answered the call and suggested Montezuma Castle as...
06.05.2023
Perception is Reality with Angelica Cogliano
Angelica Cogliano, 2019 Trial Lawyers College graduate, describes the struggle of connecting with the community in the areas where her voir dire panels are pulled from and making them her tribe. Listen as Angelica details the strategies she implements when...
05.29.2023
Who We Are with Jeffery Robinson
The Who We Are Project founder, Jeffery Robinson, describes the history of our country regarding anti-black racism. Jeffery elaborates on the details behind what makes our country the way it is today.
05.22.2023
Powerful Methods with Chris Stoy
TLC graduate, Chris Stoy, discusses a recent trial that included a deposition with Rafe Foreman. Listen as Chris explains how he and Rafe’s use of TLC methods in this trial resulted in a victory after a zero offer settlement before...
05.15.2023
Defaults in Jurors with Chris Trundy
TLC staff member, Chris Trundy, discusses default bias in jurors and continues the thought experiments brought forward by Brady Skinner in the previous episode. Listen as Chris expounds on the trial story and how to discover juror defaults during...
05.08.2023
The Influence of Bias with Brady Skinner
2015 TLC graduate, Brady Skinner, talks about his recent criminal trials and media influence regarding safety and perspective of apprehended individuals. Listen as Brady discusses dealing with conscious and implicate bias both in his past and with his current...
05.01.2023
Tales from the Women’s Retreat with Emma Roddy
Emma Roddy shares her recent experiences while participating at the most recent Women’s Retreat through the Trial Lawyers College. Hear how the sessions on powerful storytelling and connecting with other participants impacted Emma and reinvigorated her drive for finding the...
04.17.2023
From Hostage to Hero with Sari de la Motte
Communications expert, Sari de la Motte, shares a sneak peek regarding the upcoming Women’s Retreat this month and describes the importance of jury selection, voir dire techniques, and shared morality between everyone participating in a trial. Listen as Sari explains...
04.10.2023
Powerful Women telling Powerful Stories with Betsy Greene
Betsy Greene, TLC graduate of 2005, describes the power of tribal groups and storytelling as she shares information on the upcoming Women’s Retreat on April 21-26, 2023. Listen as Betsy preps the audience for the next Trial Lawyers College event...
04.03.2023
Emergency Rejuvenation with John Charles Hardin
John Charles Hardin, hailing from McKenny, TX, shares his experience at the latest Trial Lawyers College event, Trial Skills Foundation. John speaks about his rejuvenation from his most recent TLC event and the power of creative passion.
03.27.2023
Fresh from Trial Skills Foundation with Jake Weinstock
Jake Weinstock, fresh from the most recent Trial Skills Foundation course, explains his previous frustrations with other seminars and lectures about continuing education. Jake tells us about the community-centered education and hands on training he experienced at the most...
03.20.2023
A Life of Balance with Brian McCallister (I think I can)
Why does TLC matter? A life, void of balance and full of self-medication, creates an unconnected mental state full of meaninglessness and lack of purpose. Brian McCallister helps bring together concepts and ideas about work-life balance to demonstrate...
03.13.2023
Challenges for Women in Law with Ginger Ortiz
Ginger Ortiz, during a season of growth in public defending, explains the need for attorneys, especially women, to be more authentically themselves and find peace by seeking community among like-minded peers. As faculty for the upcoming Women’s Retreat for...
03.06.2023
Swoop and Settle with David Glenn
David Glenn, TLC graduate of 2006, explains the unfair, predatory practices insurance companies apply. Hear how David Glenn uses his 41 years of experience and TLC methods to seek justice from insurance companies employing "swoop and settle" tactics.

What's The Trial Lawyers College Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Trial Lawyers College Podcast episodes:

Tied to the Soul with Michael Bristow

Humanity with Dustin Collier

A Day in the Life with Brian McCallister

You’re Next! with Kyra Blankenship

Safety Zone with Savannah Rand

Solo with Brian McCallister

Fighting Burnout with Carson Runge

Grace for Others with Jacqui Ford

“Apes at the Zoo” with Sammy Duncan

State of the Tribe with John Sloan

Women's Retreat with Cyndy Short

Balance with Zulfikar Wafai

Bigger and Better with Becky Barlow

Emotionally Open with Carlos Concepcion

A Giving Tribe with Jason Sosa

Emotional Impact with Matthew Sahag

TLC Case Consult for Matthew Sahag in Puerto Rico

Tribal Update with Rafe Foreman

Being Real with Bret Merkle

Sympathetic Experiences with Brecken Wagner

Hate and Anger with Benjamin Bunn

Preparation and Methods with Gina Downes

The Beginner’s Mind with Andy Rubenstein

Preservation for Plaintiffs with Dirk Weeks

Mental Health Training with Render Freeman

Living with a Traumatic Brain Injury for Over 26 years with Trey Jones

Case Consult in Lubbock, TX with Mike Smith, Mike Watson, and Ron Estefan

Relatable Humanity with Andrew Pickett

Trusted and Inspired with Grace Reed

Empathic Connections with Lauren Checki

First Impressions with Mario Hankerson

Medical Negligence with Parrish Collins

Group Interview from Montezuma's Castle

Effective Scene Setting with Andy Vickery

Not Just a CLE Program with Joe Leventis

3 Week Course with Todd Hollis

3 Week Course Location with Jacob Vigil

Perception is Reality with Angelica Cogliano

Who We Are with Jeffery Robinson

Powerful Methods with Chris Stoy

Defaults in Jurors with Chris Trundy

The Influence of Bias with Brady Skinner

Tales from the Women’s Retreat with Emma Roddy

From Hostage to Hero with Sari de la Motte

Powerful Women telling Powerful Stories with Betsy Greene

Emergency Rejuvenation with John Charles Hardin

Fresh from Trial Skills Foundation with Jake Weinstock

A Life of Balance with Brian McCallister (I think I can)

Challenges for Women in Law with Ginger Ortiz

Swoop and Settle with David Glenn