This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast we're unwrapping 2001's freaky musical romance extravaganza: Moulin Rouge! Join us as we delve into Baz Luhrmann's fever dream of a film where every scene features at least 14 songs mashed together. We discuss fück a$$ bobs, narcoleptic Argentinians, our hatred for the song "Roxanne" except for the tango version i…

Everyone in the world is waiting patiently for November 2024. It will go down in history as one of the most historically significant events. We have waited with breath that is baited. Are we talking about the election? Of course not. We are talking about the theatrical release of "Gladiator 2" obviously! Vanity Fair was kind enough to wet our whist…

We're so f**king back! This week Zach and Sloane bring you the 1960's musical? comedy? "That Thing You Do!" It was written and directed by Tom Hanks, the man Zach believes is responsible for the Covid mask mandate. Aside from conspiracy theories, Zach and Sloane also discuss what Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson would serve for a casual outdoor dinner wit…

In this revealing episode, Tim Semmerling, a participant at the 2010 Defense of the Damned event, discusses his latest book, 'My Enemy, My Defender.' Tim shares his extraordinary experiences at the 9/11 War Court, where he defended clients under the most challenging conditions, exploring themes of morality, betrayal, and the human side of legal bat…

John Sloan, President of the Trial Lawyers College, recounts his recent victory in a Taos County trial in New Mexico, where he secured a $15 million verdict. In this episode, John shares the compelling narrative he presented to the jury that led to this significant win. Register for a TLC event! https://triallawyerscollege.org/trial-skills-courses#…

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast Zach and Sloane unwrap 1999's bullet bending sci-fi latex coated fight fest: "The Matrix". The duo discuss which pill they'd take (blue, duh, they don't want to know anything!) and find out Laurence Fishburne and Sloane are the exact same age. Zach and Sloane also talk about the lime green color of almost all 90s …

Mike Smith, Mike Watson, and Minerva Steele join us to celebrate and share their recent $5.25 million verdict. They honed their strategy for this case at a recent Trial Lawyers College event in Tulsa, where they collaboratively workshopped the details and refined their approach. Register for a TLC event! https://triallawyerscollege.org/trial-skills…

Lydia Hanson, fresh from her inaugural experience at a Trial Lawyers College event, shares how the encounter profoundly transformed both her legal practice and personal life. Lydia delves into the unique aspects of the event, from sharing a room with a fellow attendee to engaging deeply in psychodrama techniques, and participating in intensive, top…

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast Zach and Sloane unwrap the 1996 romance/sports/comedy film Jerry Maguire. This movie took the world by storm in 1996. It had everyone yelling "Show me the money!" and saying "You complete me" to their significant others. Now almost 30 years later it is taking Zach and Sloane by storm once again. In this episode yo…

In this enlightening episode, we welcome Austin Kaplan, a dedicated employment and civil rights attorney based in Austin, TX, and a long-time listener, first-time caller to our podcast. Austin discusses his work spanning breach of contract, overtime violations, and civil rights cases. He shares his journey of learning and gathering insights from th…

Well everyone, we thought that our three year anniversary was a great time to revisit the sequel to The Mummy (1999), The Mummy Returns! We love you with all of our hearts and we hope you enjoy this episode where we unwrap part of a very special franchise to us. In this episode we hear from Sloane's son, Rex. The 7 year old film bro gives his opini…

Join us as Hilary Hammell, a dedicated plaintiff-side employment lawyer and two-time attendee of the Trial Skills Foundation, shares her compelling journey into employment law. Starting with her early experiences working alongside laborers in Yakima, Washington, Hilary delves into the profound impact of advocating for workers' rights. She explores …

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast Zach and Sloane unwrap the seventh installment of the Fast & Furious franchise, Furious 7! In this episode Sloane asks a gobsmacking amount of plot questions, we revisit the disaster of trying to podcast about the first movie, we both come to the conclusion that See You Again is a top tier ballad after hearing a b…

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 ability to unite us all. Register for a TLC event! https://triallawyerscollege.…

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast Zach and Sloane unwrap the 2001 threequel, Jurassic Park III. In this episode the podcasting duo discuss their own divorced dad vacations, the will they/won't they between the early 2000's action/adventure power couple William H. "Paper Skin" Macy and Téa Leoni, the similarities between the missing boy in the movi…

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 connection, storytelling, and the emphasis on humanity that sets TLC’s events and course…

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 jury members.

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast Zach and Sloane are joined by writer Kirthana Ramisetti for an unwrapping of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind that turns into a discussion about Real Housewives, Vanderpump Rules, and Summer House. This is Zach's first time seeing this movie and there was definitely a sound reason he avoided it all these year…

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast Zach and Sloane unwrap the 2007 action/thriller/Christian propaganda film, The Mist. In this episode Zach and Sloane discuss the pivotal roles they would play in an alien apocalypse survival situation using Taki's and Snapchat filters, the matching grease burns both of their moms got on major religious holidays, a…

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 a role discovering the story is to represent someone and tell their story.…

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast, Zach and Sloane are joined by the leader of the hot girl army: fan favorite Hannah Brown! The trio discuss 1991's horny big tit chicken classic: "Rock-a-Doodle"! Sloane had never laid eyes on this film and she was pretty disturbed by what she bore witness to. Zach and Hannah were both adamant that it's a solid fi…

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 to the case and ultimately shaped their verdict.…

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast, Zach and Sloane unwrap the 2005 sci-fi / military propaganda film: War of the Worlds. Before they get into the European terrorism of it all Sloane shares an equally disturbing anecdote from Zach's most hated location on earth: Sloane's child's elementary school. After a phallic detour the duo go balls deep into t…

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 since 1999. “Even an old man can get a $1 million + verdict” - Rafe Foreman.…

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast we're unwrapping the romantic comedy / single white female thriller: Obsessed! This movie is a nostalgic ride from start to finish. Queen Beyoncé quite literally wipes the floor (and coffee table) with Ali Larter, but who can blame Ali? Idris Elba plays Ali's boss and you, too, would be throwing yourself at that m…

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 last 4 years some of the most difficult of his life. Further, Carson elabo…

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.

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast they're going back to the decade that triggers Zach the most: the 80's. And we're covering Sloane's favorite movie of all time (other than "The Mummy" of course): The Princess Bride! It's a swashbuckling good time on this slumber party episode, full of tropes (lightning quick sand!), things that should have been e…

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.

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 of a new TLC home base.

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast, Zach and Sloane unwrap 1998's romantic mystical fantasy film: City of Angels. This movie has it all: Nicolas Cage as an angel named Seth, Dennis Franz body surfing nude, dumpster babies, and a young Nick Offerman. It's a film that could not and would not be made in 2024. It's too wacky, too silly, and too heartfe…

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 staff included in this years Women’s Regional Seminar at Scarritt Bennett in Nashville, TN o…

This week Zach and Sloane are joined by none other than Luke Harlan, producer, of The Gilded Age. Luke works directly with Julian Fellowes, writer and creator of The Gilded Age and Downton Abbey, to ensure that not only our historical accuracy needs are met but also our horny ones. Luke delivers a most magical and heart warming interview where he t…

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, creates the environment to thrive.

We're baaaaaack! And we're here with 2004's action/horror/rom-com(?): "Van Helsing". There is much to unpack this week. Namely Hugh Jackman's wardrobe in this film. At one point we counted over 14 buckles on his top half alone! That's a serious commitment to being buckled. We also touch on topics like: post partum depression, accidentally microwavi…

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 her law career journey.

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast, Zach and Sloane are joined by the show stopping, legendary, iconic queen: Ms. Ashlie Atkinson. That's right, the bish behind Ms. Fish joins Zach and Sloane to discuss everything The Gilded Age. The trio play F**k/ Marry/ Kill, then discuss the importance of air conditioning, breaking corsets, on-set antics, a NAT…

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 warm up, all the way to identifying the villain.

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 TLC fundraising.

This week on Mummy Dearest , we unwrap the season 2 finale of the greatest show of all time: The Gilded Age. The finale was a perfect bow on top of a beautiful gift of a season. It had everything we've come to love and expect from The Gilded Age: Duke drama, fake friendships, Nathan Lane's southern accent, crossing the street, and Agnes being angry…

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 learned there have shaped his practice.

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 connections about Matt's case. Listen as the group performing the consult breaks down the process and the…

This week we're unwrapping the penultimate episode of season 2 of "The Gilded Age". Our time has almost come to an end and we are as upset as a Duke eating a potentially spicy soup. This week gave us all the things we've come to love about "The Gilded Age": back cancer, floral arrangements, luncheon, 5 minutes of CGI fireworks, Bertha and George in…

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast we unwrap Season 2 Episode 6 of "The Gilded Age!" Literally this was one of the best episodes of TV to grace our televisions in a long time. We were laughing. We were crying. We were learning about patents in 1877! There are twists, there are turns and sadly there are backaches that aren't just backahes! Aunt Agne…

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.

This week on Mummy Dearest Podcast we unwrap Season 2 Episode 5 of "The Gilded Age"! This week had it all: high stakes soup drama, Aunt Agnes leaving her house MULTIPLE times, an almost ruined dinner party, and the merest hint of sex between a married couple! There was of course other real drama like two characters being hunted but don't worry, the…

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.

This week on Mummy Dearest we unwrap Season 2 Episode 4 of HBO's perfect melodrama "The Gilded Age"! This week we got a peek at the new Met (which methinks George has paid to complete but that remains to be seen...), we get a peek at the Duke, and we get to see 90's wicked stepmother level line delivery when Bertha steals the aforementioned Duke fr…

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.

This week on Mummy Dearest we're unwrapping 2002's erotic thriller: Unfaithful. It's the perfect fall movie: it's got swirling windy garbage, falling leaves, cozy knitwear, affairs, stairwell encounters, landfills, and death by snow globe. Truly, what does't this movie have? We stay weirdly on topic for most of the podcast and actually discuss the …