How can you avoid trespassing while playing Pokemon GO? Is “To Catch a Predator” entrapment? Can you use a spring gun in the fall? Lawyer Mike Meadows and his dude like brother-in-law Tommy Smirl tackle the pressing issues of the day in a legal podcast geared to educate and entertain lawyers and non-lawyers alike.
S4 Ep189: Missouri v Communist China
Apr 27, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the great state of Missouri and their lawsuit against China. How is this possible and what are the chances of success?? If they can do it, then about 49 other states will say, "Show Me" how to do it !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep188: Price Gouging v See Batteries
Apr 20, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the difference between Capitalism and being a socially negligent jerk. How are price gouging laws applied and where does their authority come from? Let's use a little hand sanitizer and see what the Dudes think. The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep187: Witnesses v. Doin' It
Apr 14, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss how legal life and the practice of law has changed because of the pandemic. What are some formalities that have to be dispensed with? Can Mike complete a sentence without eliciting a chuckle from Tommy? The dudes are doin' it, doin' it, and doin' it well as the Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep186: Pandemic v US Constitution
Mar 31, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the current move by the DOJ to suspend certain rights of the US Constitution. Sure it is for the good of all in these Social Distancing times, but can it have darker implications down the road ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep185: Typhoid Mary v The Old Cookin' Stool
Mar 23, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the true story of Typhoid Mary. Was she a person to brazenly disregard public safety or did she simply not understand what was happening or why?? Have we ever had similar incidents in the past ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep184: Quarantine v Corona Cruise 2020
Mar 09, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the history of laws pertaining to Quarantines. What gives the government the right to impose them and who first even thought of doing this ?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
Introducing Life's Little Mysteries
Mar 03, 2020
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Mike and Tommy have a new podcast for you all to preview! Life's Little Mysteries is the newest Audioboom original podcast and co-production with Live Science. This podcast is for everyone and anyone who loves science and wants to know more about everything around us. Join hosts Mindy Weisberger and Jeanna Bryner of Live Science every Monday as they give you the low-down on all things big and small that truly make you wonder. Life's Little Mysteries has new episodes every Monday. Subscribe to Life's Little Mysteries on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lifes-little-mysteries/id1496044775.
S4 Ep183: Bob Richards v Footnote in History
Mar 02, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss a little known ruling from the 70's that was recently left to die out due to lack of interest. Bob Richards was its' name and cars were his game, and now he is no more. Why you ask ... well then listen in !! The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep182: Pardon Me v Heros, Pirates & Millionaires
Feb 24, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss Pardons. Who can give them and how do they get selected?? Are there any limits or oversight?? Also, how many pardons are too many pardons?? The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
S4 Ep181: iPhone Throttling v Apple Infamey
Feb 17, 2020
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On this episode of Court Appointed, Mike and Tommy discuss the recent ruling against Apple by the French government over planned obsolescence. This opened up a plethora of other shady Apple practices. The Court is now in Session with music, "Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief" by MCRB.
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