Best Arkansas Supreme Court Podcasts (2024)

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The Supreme Court granted Donald Trump immunity? 4:13

11d ago4:13

4:13

Send us a Text Message. The Supreme Court ruled that presidents are immune from prosecution for acts that they did in their official capacity as president. That, of course, means that Donald Trump may be immune from crimes he allegedly committed while attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The case is now being kicked…

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Woman tries to drown 3-year-old Palestinian-American girl 3:46

26d ago3:46

3:46

Send us a Text Message. Elizabeth Wolf, 42, is charged with attempted capital murder after allegedly trying to drown a 3-year-old Palestinian-American girl at an apartment complex pool in suburban Dallas, Texas. Police now want prosecutors to charge Wolf, who is out on bond, with a hate crime. Resources: https://apnews.com/article/drowning-palestin…

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Season 4, Episode 8: Artificial Intelligence, Part Two with Justin Forkner and Stacey Marz 50:25

19d ago50:25

50:25

In this insightful episode of the Lady Justice: Women of the Court podcast, hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the judicial system with esteemed guests: Justin Forkner, Chief Administrative Officer of the Indiana Judicial Branch, and Stacey Marz, Adminis…

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Shooter kills 4 people at Arkansas grocery store 6:22

23d ago6:22

6:22

Send us a Text Message. Chaos descended on the small town of Fordyce, Arkansas, when a gunman fatally shot four people and wounded nine others, including two officers, at the Mad Butcher grocery store on Friday. Police have still not released a possible motive for the shooter, who doesn't appear to have a criminal history: Resources: https://www.cb…

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Valuable Legos fuel lucrative criminal enterprise 6:12

27d ago6:12

6:12

Send us a Text Message. Lego thefts are up dramatically as the value of mini figurines -- or "minifigs -- has gone up in recent years. Police are now arresting thieves who allegedly had hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of Legos in their possession. Resources: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-06-20/black-market-lego https://www.la…

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Deadly wildfire forces a New Mexico town to evacuate 6:06

28d ago6:06

6:06

Send us a Text Message. The South Fork and Salt fires in southern New Mexico have forced the beautiful mountain town of Ruidoso to evacuate. So far two people are confirmed dead. Sadly, with both fires at a combined 23,000 acres and zero percent containment, it seems like things are going to get worse before they get better. How to help: https://ww…

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Is this LA socialite a monster, or misunderstood? 4:47

1M ago4:47

4:47

Send us a Text Message. Rebecca Grossman, a Los Angeles socialite and philanthropist, was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for speeding through a crosswalk and killing two young boys in September 2020. Is Grossman an unremorseful monster, or is she merely someone who was in denial? Sources: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-06-06…

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Season 4, Episode 7: Artificial Intelligence, Part One with Professor Amy Cyphert 54:03

2M ago54:03

54:03

Dive into the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on the court system with hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia, along with special guest Professor Amy Cyphert. Professor Cyphert is a pioneering academic in AI at West Virginia University College of Law. She directs the ASPIRE…

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#59: Tourists killed in Mexico for their truck tires 15:47

3M ago15:47

15:47

Send us a Text Message. Two Australian brothers and their American friend were murdered while on a surfing trip in Baja California, Mexico. The reason: thieves wanted to steal the tires on their pickup truck. Also: A Texas man kills two women, critically shoots a 5-year-old girl and abducts a 10-month-old baby in New Mexico. The baby was found safe…

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Season 4, Episode 6: Social Media Use by Public Officials, Impact of Lindke v. Freed 1:02:09

3M ago1:02:09

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Join hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia as they delve into the recent Supreme Court of the United States decision in Lindke v. Freed. Their discussion shines a light on how this ruling affects the public, public officials, and state court judges. Special guest Caroline Mackie, Partner at Poyner Spruill, L…

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Season 4, Episode 5: New Partnership 49:41

4M ago49:41

49:41

Join hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of the Arkansas Supreme Court and Justice Beth Walker of the West Virginia Supreme Court on the Lady Justice Podcast, now in partnership with the National Center for State Courts (NCSC). In this episode, they welcome Anna Blackburne-Rigsby, Chief Judge of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals and current President…

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Season 4, Episode 4: Justice Bus 44:25

6M ago44:25

44:25

In this episode, the Lady Justices discuss the importance of equal access to justice. They welcome special guests Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Jeff Bivins and Anne-Lousie Wirthlin the Director of Access to Justice and Strategic Development for the Administrative Office of the Tennessee Courts. Justice Walker was live on location in Nashville Ten…

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Season 4, Episode 3: Reunion Special, The Girls Are Back In Town 46:59

8M ago46:59

46:59

In this episode, Chief Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia and Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas welcome special guests, the original co-hosts, former Chief Justice Bridget McCormack of Michigan and former Justice Eva Guzman of Texas for a special reunion episode. The four lady justices share personal stories on the importance of connection and the …

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Season 4, Episode 2: To be Inspired 38:06

9M ago38:06

38:06

In this episode, the Lady Justices welcome Claire Hudnell, a senior from Lakeside High School who aspires to be an appellate judge. Although the justices typically discuss their experiences on their state’s highest court, this episode has another purpose – to inspire, support, and encourage young women interested in the law and the judiciary. "Visi…

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Season 4, Episode 1: Premier, All Things Constitution 50:45

11M ago50:45

50:45

In this episode, the Lady Justices will discuss all things Constitution in honor of Constitution Week. To celebrate the season 4 premiere episode the Lady Justices welcome special guest Jeffery Rosen, the president and Chief Executive Officer of the National Constitution Center, a highly regarded journalist, and Professor of law at the George Washi…

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Season 3, Episode 7: How We Work 41:45

1y ago41:45

41:45

In this episode, in honor of the Institute for Well-Being in Law, Lawyer Well-Being Week, the Lady Justices will discuss their judicial research and how it ties into attorney well-being. Our Lady Justices share their unique approach in their respective positions to foster proactive support for change in lawyer well-being. For more information on La…

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Season 3, Episode 6: Discussion Over Division 55:55

1+ y ago55:55

55:55

In this episode, the Lady Justices will discuss the power of civil discourse with special guest Director of the Liberty and Law Center, Assistant law professor with the Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University, JoAnn Koob. According to the Antonin Scalia Law School, the Public Discourse Project is a cutting-edge program that seeks to am…

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Season 3, Episode 5: Public Confidence 53:16

1+ y ago53:16

53:16

In this episode, the Lady Justices will discuss the National Center for State Courts' survey on public confidence in the courts. The judiciary can only exist with the trust and confidence of the people. Our Lady Justices delve into the importance of public confidence in the courts. They also detail how their respective courts work to improve confid…

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Season 3, Episode 4: State v. Federal 45:25

1+ y ago45:25

45:25

In episode 24, the Lady Justices will discuss how state courts interact with federal courts. The Lady Justices also discuss judicial discipline and financial reporting in their states and the importance of public confidence in the court system. Former Chief Justice McCormack of Michigan shares exciting news about her transition as Chief Justice to …

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Season 3, Episode 3: Subject-Matter Courts 41:37

1+ y ago41:37

41:37

In episode 23, the Lady Justices will discuss subject-matter division courts in their respective states, the different roles judges play, and sovereign immunity. The Lady Justices also share how acts of kindness have touched their lives recently.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 3, Episode 2: Life After the Bench 45:07

1+ y ago45:07

45:07

In Episode 22, the Lady Justices will discuss life after the bench, the rules in their states related to ending judicial service, challenges to those rules, and Michigan Chief Justice Bridget McCormack will make a special announcement. The Lady Justices all detail the importance of making way for this generation and the next generation as a crucial…

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Season 3, Episode 1: Premier, Shoot your Shot - Why Raising the State Claim Matters 1:01:07

2y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Welcome to the Season 3 Premiere of Lady Justice: Women of the Court. In honor of Constitution Day, the Lady Justices welcome special guest and author of 51 Imperfect Solutions: States and the Making of American Constitutional Law Chief Judge Jeffery S. Sutton of the 6th Circuit. Follow the link below to get your copy of Chief Judge Sutton's book 5…

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Season 3 Preview: What to Expect from Premier Featuring Chief Judge Jeffery Sutton 2:25

2y ago2:25

2:25

Escalating constitutionalization, is there hope?By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 2, Episode 9: Live with the University of Akron School of Law 59:11

2y ago59:11

59:11

In the final episode of season 2, the Lady Justices discuss their paths to becoming Supreme Court justices, how being a justice influences their writing style, and the importance of writing judicial opinions in plain language.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 2, Episode 8: Organization Tips for Work and Home - Judicial Edition 47:52

2y ago47:52

47:52

In this episode, the Lady Justices will discuss their work and home organization preferences as well as how managing these issues can impact legal professionals' well-being.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 2, Episode 7: Jury Trials 101 44:17

2y ago44:17

44:17

In this episode, the Lady Justices discuss the jury system and how they differ in various states. The Lady Justices also discuss women's critical role in shaping our jury systems.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 2, Episode 6: Equal Access to Justice 52:13

2+ y ago52:13

52:13

The Justices discuss Equal Access to JusticeBy Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 2, Episode 5: Treatment Courts 44:01

2+ y ago44:01

44:01

In this episode, the Lady Justices discuss Treatment and Drug Court Programs.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 2, Episode 4: Lady Chief Justices 47:45

2+ y ago47:45

47:45

In this episode, current and former Chief Justices describe the roles and responsibilities that come with the position. Chief Justice Maureen O'Connor of Ohio and Chief Justice Loretta Rush of Indiana join the program to share their experiences and insights.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 2, Episode 3: Women and Law Conference - Live from Charleston, West Virginia 51:05

2+ y ago51:05

51:05

Craving even more insight on career opportunities in the legal field? The women recently spoke at the When There are Nine conference at the University of Charleston in West Virginia, an event designed as a ‘for women, by women’ conversation for those considering a career in the law. Listen in as the justices discuss formative experiences that inspi…

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Season 2, Episode 2: Your Law School Questions Answered 45:48

3y ago45:48

45:48

On this episode, the Lady Justices share their insight on how to succeed in law school based on listener questions that we received from students through social media and on our podcast voicemail. Joining the program is special guest Justice Carla Wong McMillian (shown right) of the Georgia Supreme Court.…

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Season 2, Episode 1: Premier, Why State Constitutions Matter 41:21

3y ago41:21

41:21

In this Season 2 opener, we're once again celebrating Constitution Day! The justices discuss timely issues around state constitutions, like redistricting after the recent census. The women also discuss the most recent amendments to the constitutions in their states. Plus, what happens when states interpret the same general language in their constit…

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Season 1, Episode 11: Beyond Their Opinions 47:53

3y ago47:53

47:53

Being a state Supreme Court justice is about much more than writing opinions on important cases. Justices are also responsible for overseeing the court system in their state. Part of this usually involves finding a passion and trying to affect change where they think it’s needed, whether that’s working to help children in foster care, studying the …

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Season 1, Episode 10: Go Your Own Way 33:10

3y ago33:10

33:10

In some countries, Supreme Courts write an opinion as a whole court. After all, the law is the law and there should be one unified interpretation of it, right? Well, that’s not how things operate in the Unites States. Court decisions recognize openly that the law is not always clear and certain. A justice can write a dissent to explain why they thi…

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Season 1, Episode 9: A Path To Well-Being and Civility 1:03:58

3+ y ago1:03:58

1:03:58

For years, lawyers have struggled with issues like depression, anxiety, and substance abuse at a rate higher than the general population. The women discuss how, historically, there’s been a hands-off approach by the profession to addressing these issues, but that this is changing in some big ways. We hear from a national expert, Bree Buchanan, who …

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Season 1, Episode 8: Legal Crusaders 57:41

3+ y ago57:41

57:41

In this episode, the justices examine the lives of women legal crusaders you may not have heard about. Also, the latest numbers are out about the state of women in law firms, which calls for a discussion examining why it might be that women go to law school at the same rate as men yet there remains a significant lack of women in law firm leadership…

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Season 1, Episode 7: Justice Personified 44:20

3+ y ago44:20

44:20

On this episode, examining the female figure that has become the moral face of the court system: Lady Justice. We see statues of Lady Justice in courthouses across America - the scales, the blindfold, the sword. The women discuss what the imagery means to them personally after some reflection and scholarly reading. We’ll also hear from Yale Law Sch…

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Season 1, Episode 6: May It Please The Court 28:19

3+ y ago28:19

28:19

Most Supreme Court cases are decided based on written briefs submitted by attorneys. But sometimes the Court grants oral argument in a case and attorneys have the opportunity to speak directly to the justices in the courtroom. Justices generally know where they stand going in to oral argument. Can oral argument be so effective it changes the mind o…

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Season 1, Episode 5: A Seat At The Table 45:35

3+ y ago45:35

45:35

The women take questions during a virtual event by the Women’s Chapter of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. Topics include women in leadership and balancing a high-demand career with the responsibilities of motherhood. Plus, holiday memories and good reads!By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 1, Episode 4: We're Going To Appeal This 54:53

3+ y ago54:53

54:53

When a party loses in court, they have the right to appeal the ruling and ask a higher court, known as an appellate court, to review the case. But what happens next? The women provide a behind-the-scenes look at the process.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 1, Episode 3: How Did I Become A Supreme Court Justice? 44:34

4y ago44:34

44:34

The women justices discuss their individual journeys to the bench.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 1, Episode 2: Tribute To Ruth Bader Ginsburg 12:31

4y ago12:31

12:31

The women discuss the valuable contributions of the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 1, Episode 1: America's Other Constitution 41:38

4y ago41:38

41:38

Residents of the United States all live under the U.S. Constitution, but every state also has its own Constitution. The women discuss how these written documents can vary rather significantly from state to state.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Season 1, Episode 1: Trailer, America's Other Constitution 1:34

4y ago1:34

1:34

On Episode 1 of Lady Justice: examining America’s “other” constitutions. Residents of the United States all live under the U.S. Constitution, but every state also has its own Constitution, and these written documents can vary rather significantly from state-to-state.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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Preview: Introducing Lady Justice: Women of The Court Podcast 0:56

4y ago0:56

0:56

Introducing Lady Justice, a podcast where four women Supreme Court justices on their state's high court come together to focus on our nation’s state courts. It’s another perspective on the workings of our justice system.By Arkansas Supreme Court

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