Best Randal Collins Podcasts (2024)

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Sean Hecker for Robert Bogucki 1:00:21

3h ago1:00:21

1:00:21

Sean Hecker, of Hecker Fink, joins David Oscar Markus to discuss the trial of Barclays trader Robert Bogucki. How do you explain complicated FX trading to a jury? How do you try a case on the other side of the United States, far from home? How do you try a case with a large team? Join David Oscar Markus as he interviews his friend and amazing lawye…

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Kiese Laymon and Deesha Philyaw ponder how to tell true stories and live with success 38:42

12d ago38:42

38:42

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Deesha Philyaw, author of “The Secret Lives of Church Ladies,” and Kiese Laymon, author of books including “Heavy” and “Long Division.” They’re teaming up for a new podcast on nonfiction writing, and they have lots of thoughts about it.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Judge Andrew Brasher 53:36

11d ago53:36

53:36

Judge Andrew Brasher joins David Oscar Markus to discuss all things Eleventh Circuit. Judge Brasher joined the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals when he was 39 years old. Having clerked for Judge William Pryor and worked as the Alabama Solicitor General, he is part of the well-known Judge Pryor “judging tree,” along with Judge Kevin Newsom and others. …

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Kristy Woodson Harvey discusses her new book, literary friends, and getting the details right 39:13

28d ago39:13

39:13

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to North Carolina author Kristy Woodson Harvey, whose 11th novel, “A Happier Life,” comes out next week. They talk about her new book, how she stays inspired, and how her career started with a squash that looked like Elvis.By Tommy Tomlinson

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CNN's Kaitlan Collins 1:01:50

27d ago1:01:50

1:01:50

CNN’s Kaitlan Collins joins David Oscar Markus and his University of Miami class to discuss everything from covering high profile trials to how to examine a difficult witness. As criminal defense lawyers know, cross examining witnesses is one of the hardest things to do. There's a lot to be learned from journalists who do it live on the air with di…

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James Lee Burke, at 87, is still writing mysteries and reaching for infinity 29:03

1M ago29:03

29:03

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson interviews a legend: the mystery writer James Lee Burke, who has written 46 books and is still going strong at age 87. He’s got a new novel out in his Dave Robicheaux series, and he talks to Tommy about that — and a lot more.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Todd Blanche for former President Donald Trump 57:45

1M ago57:45

57:45

Todd Blanche, counsel to former President Donald Trump, joins David Oscar Markus to discuss the New York trial of People v. Trump. Todd Blanche, the first guest to appear twice on For the Defense with David Oscar Markus, discusses everything from the war room to Melania Trump not appearing at trial to getting into it with Michael Cohen and everythi…

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SouthBound replay: Stephanie Stuckey revives her family's famous brand 31:37

2M ago31:37

31:37

This week on SouthBound, we’re re-airing host Tommy Tomlinson's 2022 interview with Stephanie Stuckey. Her family founded Stuckey’s, the iconic roadside stands of the South. And after a long fallow period, she bought the company and is resurrecting the brand.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Mike Collins interviews Tommy Tomlinson about his new book, 'Dogland' 52:40

2M ago52:40

52:40

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson sits in the guest's chair. Mike Collins, the host of “Charlotte Talks,” interviews Tommy about his new book, “Dogland.” It’s about the Westminster Dog Show and the bond between dogs and their people.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Judge Kevin Newsom 1:05:46

3M ago1:05:46

1:05:46

In this bonus episode, Judge Kevin Newsom joins David Oscar Markus for an open and wide-ranging discussion about being a judge on the 11th Circuit, legal writing, and even a recent health scare. This bonus episode of For the Defense with the affable Judge Kevin Newsom and David Oscar Markus (they were law school classmates) continues to explore wha…

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Pete Candler delves into the untold history of the South, and of his own family 42:44

3M ago42:44

42:44

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Pete Candler. He comes from a storied Southern family—one of his ancestors founded Coca-Cola—but Pete has written a new book about the secrets in his family’s history, and in the South’s history as well.By Tommy Tomlinson

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It's our second panel of SouthBound Live, a discussion about the future of Charlotte 53:13

3M ago53:13

53:13

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson convenes a panel of three experts on Charlotte for his second SouthBound Live event about the future of the city. This time we’re talking about affordable housing, equity, and what we can learn from the city’s history.By Tommy Tomlinson

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It's SouthBound Live, a panel discussion about the future of Charlotte 50:29

4M ago50:29

50:29

This week on SouthBound, we've got a live recording of a SouthBound panel discussion on the future of Charlotte. The panelists are Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Superintendent Crystal Hill; Sil Ganzó, the founder of ourBRIDGE, which provides after-school programs for immigrant and refugee children; and John Searby, director of the Catawba Riverkeep…

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Alice Randall shines a light on the Black trailblazers in country music (including herself) 33:44

4M ago33:44

33:44

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Alice Randall, who became the first Black woman with a writing credit on a #1 country song with Trisha Yearwood’s 1994 hit “XXXs and OOOs.” Randall has now written a memoir called “My Black Country” and it comes with a companion album of the same name.…

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Kindred Motes helps companies doing well make sure they're doing good 35:47

5M ago35:47

35:47

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Kindred Motes, an Alabama native who works with nonprofits and small businesses to help them be more socially responsible. He also guides those companies to send money to places in the South that need it.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Judge Nancy G. Abudu 42:46

5M ago42:46

42:46

In this bonus episode, Judge Nancy G. Abudu – the newest judge on the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals – joins David Oscar Markus for an open discussion about her career, the confirmation process, and the Court itself. Almost all appellate judges served as lower court judges and bring that experience with them to the appellate bench. But Judge Nan…

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Jason Kirk grew up an evangelical kid. Now he's written a novel about it 42:49

5M ago42:49

42:49

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Jason Kirk, whose novel “Hell Is a World Without You” draws from his experiences as a teenager in evangelical churches. We talk about how those churches shaped him, and what his beliefs are now.By Tommy Tomlinson

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SouthBound replay: Tressie McMillan Cottom explores deep American issues both public and personal 44:35

6M ago44:35

44:35

Today's SouthBound podcast is a replay of host Tommy Tomlinson's conversation from summer 2023 with Tressie McMillan Cottom, a sociologist, author, columnist for the New York Times and recipient of the MacArthur “genius grant.” Their conversation ranges from the concept of whiteness in American life to the tragedy that shaped her life.…

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Social media star Landon Bryant explains the South to the rest of the world 33:21

6M ago33:21

33:21

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Landon Bryant, the social media star known for his videos discussing the ways and words of the South. He used to be a Mississippi schoolteacher; now, he gets recognized at Disney World.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Center Street 46:54

6M ago46:54

46:54

Crime Insider Jon Burkett and Reopen the Case Foundation have been looking into the dark cloud hovering over a small Virginia town in Lunenburg County. An investigation into three suspicious deaths led to three more cases in Lunenburg, Virginia. The full documentary aired on WTVR, a CBS affiliate in Richmond, Virginia. Listen in to this podcast edi…

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Rebecca Renner takes us to 'Gator Country' with a tale of swampers and poachers 30:21

7M ago30:21

30:21

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to author Rebecca Renner, whose new book is called “Gator Country.” It’s the amazing story of a Florida wildlife agent who went undercover to bust a ring of alligator poachers.By Tommy Tomlinson

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A holiday gift from us to you: the Best of SouthBound 2023 32:16

7M ago32:16

32:16

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson presents the Best of 2023 episode. We’re playing clips from favorite guests: Ben and Erin Napier, Robert Earl Keen, Bomani Jones, and many more. Come celebrate with us.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Ellen Ann Fentress plumbs how the South segregates in more ways than one 35:33

7M ago35:33

35:33

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Mississippi journalist Ellen Ann Fentress, who has two fascinating projects: her new memoir, called “The Steps We Take,” and her website documenting the history of segregation academies in the South.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Michael Schachter and Randall Jackson for Tom Barrack 1:04:30

7M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

In this bonus episode, Michael Schachter and Randall Jackson sit down with David Markus to discuss their amazing acquittal of Tom Barrack in federal court in New York. Tom Barrack, a close friend and advisor to Donald Trump, was charged with being a foreign agent for the UAE. The so-called FARA violation is the new hot charge by DOJ. Enter Michael …

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Historian Johnny Smith explores Michael Jordan's delicate dance with racial issues 45:16

8M ago45:16

45:16

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to historian Johnny Smith, author of a new book called “Jumpman,” about Michael Jordan, and the dance he did regarding racial issues throughout his legendary NBA career and beyond.By Tommy Tomlinson

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Max Marshall tells a wild tale of a fraternity drug ring in 'Among the Bros' 45:06

8M ago45:06

45:06

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Max Marshall, author of the new book called “Among the Bros,” a wild and true story about a massive, multistate drug ring centered around fraternity members at the College of Charleston. The party felt like it would never end … until it did.By Tommy Tomlinson

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EP 19 - King Randall 50:53

9M ago50:53

50:53

King Randall runs The X For oys program and Life Preparatory School For Boys in Atlanta. He and Terrence discuss adoption of black under priviledged and foster children, the importance of friendship and discipline, the dangers of texting, and the failure of Lebron James shool.

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EP 18 - Mark Schiff 27:28

9M ago27:28

27:28

Mark Schiff has been a comedian for over 30 years and currently opens on tour for his long-time friend Jerry Seinfeld. He and Terrence discuss performing at a church or synagogue, his new book "Why Not?: Lessons on Comedy, Courage, and Chutzpah", his humble upbringing in The Bronx, and why it's easier to get 15k fans other than his wife to listen t…

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Mike Chamberlain studies the majesty and mysteries of the wild turkey 38:46

9M ago38:46

38:46

This week on SouthBound, host Tommy Tomlinson talks to Mike Chamberlain, a researcher at the University of Georgia who is an expert on wild turkeys. They talk about the changing landscape for wild turkeys, and how different they are from the Butterballs we have at Thanksgiving.By Tommy Tomlinson

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EP 17 - Angela Stanton-King 55:45

9M ago55:45

55:45

Angela Stanton-King doesn't hold back as she joins Terrence to discuss her pardon from President Trump, criminal justice reform, the tragedy of abortion in the black community, black on black crime, and saving mothers & babies. Support her organization" AUNT ANGIE'S" https://www.auntieangieshouse.com/…

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SouthBound replay: Poet Ada Limón searches for 'radical hope' 32:44

9M ago32:44

32:44

This week on SouthBound, we replay host Tommy Tomlinson's 2021 conversation with Ada Limón, who is a United States Poet Laureate and recent recipient of a MacArthur “genius grant.” They talk about a lot of things, but mostly about hope.By Tommy Tomlinson

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