Trauma, Trial, Transformation

How a lawyer's energy can change a witness's energy

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:00:59 +0000

Join me on our 60th episode as I talk to Magali Mercera, commercial litigator in Las Vegas, on how she approaches a cross examination of a shy and scared witness. She discusses how being aggressive during questioning can backfire in front of a jury. She also explains the need to be extremely flexible and patient with her adversary which is crucial in order to get the evidence she needs to prove her case.

Impacted Survivors of Murder Suicide

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:00:03 +0000

In a rare two-person interview, I talk with co-founders of the nonprofit Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide (ISMS) and co-hosts of the Unspoken Grief Podcast. Both guests are loss survivors who turned unimaginable tragedy into purposeful advocacy after losing their brothers to murder-suicide. Together, Michael and Tina are reshaping the conversation around murder-suicide loss, offering understanding, advocacy, and hope through their work.

Wire Your System For Resilience

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:20:30 +0000

My guest this week has coached attorneys nationwide to achieve a more balanced lifestyle in and outside the courtroom based on her own personal experience as a trial lawyer. Her practice, Healing Over Law, helps lawyers understand how the adversarial environment can have so many effects on our mental and physical health, leading to a staggering rate of depression and addiction in the industry. We also discuss the recovery process and the drain of energy post-trial and what you can do to recover quickly.

Digital Breadcrumbs

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:36:56 +0000

Join me as I have a fascinating conversation with Hunter McMahon who in laymen's terms - is a digital investigator. With his years of experience and swift changes in technology - he gives interesting examples of how digital evidence can tell a persuasive story when investigated correctly. He also talks how AI is quickly changing the game and how it may change courtroom evidence in the future.

Care, Custody and Control

Wed, 07 May 2025 06:00:00 +0000

My unique guest is an army veteran and recently retired corrections sergeant with the Pinellas County (FL) Sheriff’s Office. During his 28-year career, Jacob Moon supervised every area of the 3,200-bed facility, including the direct supervision unit, booking, maximum security, and the medical/psychiatric units. Jacob talks about how he has to separate his personal and professional feelings to do his job and how becoming a writer has helped him through the stressful process.

You Must Humanize Yourself

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Join me in a rare and honest interview with small community Police Sargent. Rob Disario who talks with me about his responsibility to make a bad situation better. He describes what it is like to make crucial decisions within seconds in the middle of chaos. We also discuss the stress of being the very first person to arrive on a dire scene. "It is not like a TV show." He explains the method of emotional support officers are getting immediately after a traumatic event. After all, "we are human beings." He also shares how he mentors young officers on how to humanize themselves when taking the stand as well as prosecutors being the unsung heroes of the judicial system.

Not My Time

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Meet Gary - a man of courage and enormous strength. Join me as I talk with Gary about his history being a law enforcement office and the day he escaped death while chasing a perpatrator. Then only to have the perpatrator turn around and sue him. it doesn't stop there. - this inspirational episode shows what humans can over come when having the will to live.

Testifying as an Attorney

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

In this week’s episode, I talk with Jonathan Steele about the pros and cons of being an attorney when taking the witness stand. We discuss his experience in depositions as well as in court and he gives great advice on what to expect when testifying. We then transition the conversation to cyber security which is his new focus for family law and privacy.

Persuasion Strategist

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Join me as the tables are turned, and I am a guest on the Ripple Effect of Murder. I interviewed Jan Canty in episodes 35 and 36 of TTT, discussing what it was like to be a homicide victim survivor. Now, on Jan's podcast, we discuss how homicide survivors may be used in a homicide trial and the emotional stress they come under. We talk about the delicate balance of keeping emotions in check without appearing stoic or removed which may result in looking indifferent.

Jan raised the point that fatigue sets in so even focusing on being able to focus on individual questions becomes taxing. We also talk about how we can protect witnesses that have gone through the trauma, pre, during and post testifying.

The Human Factors of DNA Interpretation

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Join me talking with Michelle Madrid, a crime scene investigator for the Los Angeles County Sherriff Department with a specialty in DNA evidence. Michelle talks about her 19+ years career and how the Department is changing the environment and stigma to support vicarious trauma. We also discuss how she is not a witness for either side and how bias does and does not play a part in her findings. She describes why testifying is the most important part of the job because as she says – “I can do everything right but if I can’t articulate my findings to a jury it doesn't matter.” She is also one of the authors of the Forensic DNA Interpretation and Human Factors: Improving Practice Through a Systems Approach report which is used as the standard for DNA interpretation.

Psychic Spies

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Join me in a fascinating conversation with Marla Frees who has been a pro bono investigative consultant for various law enforcement agencies around the country. She first discusses she got over being a skeptic of mediums and psychics realizing she had the gift. Her natural profiling skills extend to the crime, victim, and perpetrator within each location/condition to assist law enforcement. She talks about an experience with an extraordinary family that took the deceased’s agenda of offering support and encouragement to a broader level, ultimately impacting a federal law.

Going to Jail Saved My Life

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Join me in a brutally honest conversation with Lori Miller whose social drinking as a kid turned from innocent fun into a life as a drug addict and time in jail. After multiple arrests for grand theft auto, credit card fraud, living under an alias and being constantly on the run, the law finally caught up to her. She not only surrendered herself but asked the judge to send her to jail because she knew if she were out on parole, she would use again. After serving 4 months of a 6-month sentence, she felt a calling to transform her life.

Emotions vs. Facts

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Join me in our first of many interviews in 2024. Kim Williams and I have both experienced bullying in the workplace and learned how to stand up for ourselves despite the fear of retaliation. She was advised to “just move on”, but instead chose to show her daughter how to bravely stand up for herself against a large corporation. She discusses how to take a breath, control your emotions and focus on facts.

Professor Shailini George: Lawyers Are People Too

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Join me in an educational conversation with Professor Shailini George of Suffolk Law School as she discusses a 2016 study identifying mental wellness issues and addiction in lawyers which led to the American Bar Association. National Task Force on Lawyer Well-Being. Shailini discusses the fact that in some states a lawyer could not admit they got treatment and be admitted to the bar which kept them suffering in silence. Shailini’s approach with her students is "put on your oxygen mask first". She explains that if lawyers are taught mindfulness and wellbeing, they will spread that mindset and be better equipped for helping emotionally prepare witnesses to take the stand.

Human Trafficking Could Be Wiped Out

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 16:00:00 +0000

In this weeks episode I talk with Tyler Schwab who explains the hard truth that there are more slaves today than during the transatlantic slave trade BUT never more stoppable with technology. He also discusses the problem is the missing manpower and financial resources. He explains that social media plays a huge part but once someone is caught it is hard for them not to plead guilty because it can be traced. He works with victims on techniques on how to protect them emotionally when needing to appear in court and walking them the through the legal process. Tyler also tells a great story on why authenticity in the courtroom is so important.

First Responder Emotional Wellness

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Join Juliet and former police detective and recovery coach, Mike Koch, discussing how he is invoking positive change and breaking the stigma of mental health issues among first responders. With a "no matter what" mantra Mike changed his life after being arrested on 47 felony counts of drug posession and turned his life around to become an advocate to help connect first responders who are suffering in silence and be able to ask for help in a confidential enviroment.

A Horse's Connection to a Human's Authenticity

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 17:00:00 +0000

This episode is a fresh perspective on healing trauma through nature and horses. Megan, and Equan Therapist discusses how horses facilitate the healing process in unique deminor and that a trained therapist will know how to partner a client with a specific horse. The horse also carries the energy so they need to also be watched to find when they may hit a breaking point. Megan talks about why building trust with the client is so important so they can be matched with the right horse and how she facilitates a space of safety and healing.

Trauma Informed DAs are More Effective

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Join me for a very educational conversation with Colorado Springs Deputy DA Kelson Castain. He shares how the DA's office, police department and sheriff's office got a federal grant to focus on adult sexual assault cases. This has allowed victims to receive trauma-informed education to help minimize additional trauma when going through the court process. The funding also helps his SVU unit when working with children. They are one of the first offices in the country to provide a courtroom model for children to familiarize themselves with this intimidating setting and ease their anxiety.

We Need to Make the System More Humane

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0000

This week, my guest is ex-prosecutor and now victims’ rights attorney, Rachel Robinson. She talks about where she starts when representing a victim -- she asks them what outcome they are looking for. She explains how this gives the victim the power to testify and how the rest of their life was going to look. She also lays out elements of the Victims’ Rights Act which includes the Crime Victims Fund and services that offer help. Rachel’s practice is now focused solely on victims’ rights and a holistic approach to getting emotional support through the process.

Ownership is True Freedom

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 16:00:00 +0000

In a brutely honest interview with Portia she describes when the FBI showed up at her door and her first thought was "they can't take my life away from me", underestimating their power. She became terrified. She realized the way she felts about herself was that she was worthless. She describes how the court procedings were traumatizing as she had lost all control of her life and how alone she felt. She realized she needed to confront what she had done, take a moral inventory, and drastically change her life. Her story is told with the passion and insight in her book Living Louder on Amazon.

When Wrongfully Convicted - Make Change

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 16:00:00 +0000

In this episode, you'll meet Jeff Deskovic, a quiet kid who didn't quite fit in. At the age of 16, this put him on law enforcement's radar after a classmate was murdered. Coerced by the police who brought him in and told him they needed his help to solve the crime, this boy who dreamed of being a cop when he grew up, was eager to help.And vulerable. In a meeting that turned into an intense interrogation, he was forced into a false confession. Only then did he realize he was being arrested with no legal representation. His story of serving 16 years for a murder he did not commit, then re-entering society and achieving amazing accomplishments, is one you don't want to miss.

Parenting Parents

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Family law attorney Garry Gekht discusses the emotional side of his obligation to his client and the number one unspoken law -- the best decision is the one that's in the best interest of the children. He calls children "vessels of information" and believes, while it's unfortunate, it cannot be avoided that they are part of the process. However, it's important that the child is not traumatized by the procedures. He believes it takes very strong parents to put their children's emotional well-being first. This is a big hurdle in such an emotional environment.

No Room Left for Denial

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Join me in my conversation with Shelly Edwards Jorgensen who shares her courageous journey through her mothers death at the hands of her father. Left in the dark at the age of 15 on so many issues, she describes walking into the courtroom and being blindsided. She was expected to testify against her father who was sitting in front of her, then having no protection or support from the legal system while staying in the same home with him after her day in court. Her bravery as a teenager is moving. Her path of success moving forward is a story you will want to hear.

You Are Powerless in the Court System

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0000

In part two of my conversation with Jan Canty, she talks about the hard truths she learned while trying to heal from the murder of her husband. She describes discovering a modality called the Biopsychosocial Model which teaches you to focus on the biological, psychological, and socio-environmental factors in your life. Her story of transformation -- from becoming a triathlete to a psychologist -- is truly moving.

We're Not Wanted in the Courtroom

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 02:19:02 +0000

Join me in a two-part series of a very intimate conversation with Jan Canty, whose story of courage and transformation is miraculous. Jan discusses the trauma of her husband's sudden murder. The author of two books, Life Divided and What Now? Navigating the Aftermath of Homicide and Suicide, Jan's road to recovery is filled with a wealth of information for anyone who finds themself in this horrific position. She also does an amazing job of articulating the steps required to handle such a difficult situation.

Kristin Walker: Shame is Not Always Yours

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Join me as I talk to Kristin Walker who tells her story of being a 12 year old on the witness stand testifying against her father who abused her without any preparation. She also talks about the time she had to testify for a friend going through an intense childhood custody case brought flashbacks to being a 12 year old and bringing up old wounds of shame and reliving trauma.

Ron Beaton: Jurors Tell the People in Power the Truth

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Jury Consultant Ron Beaton discusses with Juliet that helping clients pick a jury is looking for qualities of leadership vs. followers, those who speak their mind but do they have the courage or confidence to speak up. Ron also gives some advice on some techniques jurors can use prepping for the witness stand.

Michael Todd: Redemption is Possible

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Disclaimer: Sensitive Subject Matter. In this sensitive conversation, Michael Todd talks with me about how violence was the only way he knew to be loved and accepted. With a 25-year prison sentence, he discusses that after being beaten and almost killed in prison, he surrendered, deciding he wanted a new life. Only after he joined a rehabilitation group in prison did things begin to change. Participants began to humanize each other and Michael’s life took a positive turn. He was released and began his transformation.

Elizabeth Kelley: Humanizing Mentally Ill Defendants

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Join me as I talk to criminal defense lawyer Elizabeth Kelley, whose practice focuses on people with mental disabilities. She discusses how she firmly believes that individuals with mental disabilities should have rehabilitation instead of punishment. Parameters for people with mental illness are so restrictive that they set a very low standard for helping them get a fair trial. We also discuss the benefit of bringing in expert witnesses to explain the science behind different mental and physical challenges, thereby humanizing the defendant.

Rodney Stotts: Birds Became More Important Than Drugs

Sun, 07 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000

You don't want to miss this episode with Master Falconer Rodney Stotts who shares how his love of animals and nature have helped him heal from a life of drugs, guns and crime. After spending time in jail, he describes the peace and tranquility he feels working with raptors, and how sitting silent in nature brings one to a place of healing. One of his many inspiring quotes,"You can only heal if you find what makes you feel better, and don't let anyone steal away your joy."

Heather Poole: We Should Not Be So Quick to Judge

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0000

In a heartfelt conversation with Immigration Attorney Heather Poole, we discuss the need for a balance of more positive immigration stories of immigrants like the founder of Yahoo, Noble Peace Prize winners, scientists, and scholars that bring over 10 billion dollars to the U.S. economy. Heather also shares amazing stories of resilience and how getting a U.S. green card transforms lives.

Gail Shifman: Trump Indictment vs. Street Criminal

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Join me with "white collar" trial attorney Gail Shifman as she explains the differences and similarities of street criminals vs. white collar criminals and how the process unfolds in the legal system, especially when it is a former President of the US United States. In this unprecedented indictment, Gail discusses how the system can work in the favor of someone of such high profile yet how once arrested, the status of the convict is now exactly the same and he is referred to as a "criminal".

Fritzi Horstman: Compassion Prison Project

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0000

In today's episode with Fritzi Horstman, founder of the Compassion Prison Project, we discuss the moral injuries that those of us involved in the legal system face, including making us lose empathy and compassion. She asks listeners to keep in mind that we are humans who have hurt each other, and we must see through fear and anger to find compassion. She asks us to look at the fact that most prisoners only know violence as a solution in their lives, and that 90% of those incarcerated have incurred some type of childhood violence or trauma.

Jason Van Tatenhove: Testifying Against The Oath Keepers: The Right Thing To Do

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0000

In part 2 of my continued conversation with Jason Van Tatenhove, he describes, in vivid detail, how visiting the Holocaust Museum in Washington DC gave him the strength and courage to testify against the Oath Keepers. He describes his relief for having a law firm who believed in him enough to accept him as part of their pro-bono program since he had no resources to defend himself. He also gives a step-by-step account of what it was like be an average person one day, then surrounded by armed guards and 100s of photographers within 24 hours. He got through it by staying focused on how he could make something better for his daughters in the world they are going to inherit.

Jason Van Tatenhove: Why did a former Oath Keeper testify before Congress?

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Welcome to part one of a two-part series, an explosive story about realizing you are in the wrong place at the right time. My guest, Jason Van Tatenhove, talks with me about working for the Oath Keepers and the moment he realized he was "drinking the Kool Aid". Sharing how he reinvented himself after leaving the organization, he went on to teach his kids that it’s ok to "mess up, but then work on making it right." He then leads us into what it was like to testify in front of the Jan 6th Congressional Committee.

John O'Malley: The Intersection of Mental Health and the Law

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Litigator for 30+ years and now retired, John O'Malley speaks on behalf of NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness. He talks about trying to lift the stigma of discussing mental illness openly. John is proud of the programs NAMI offers, one of which is working to train law enforcement on identifying the signs of someone with mental illness. Juliet and John also discuss how gaining life experience helps one become better at witness prep and the importance of having empathy for those who need to take the stand.

Scarlett Lewis: Choose Love

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Welcome to episode #2 of the Trauma, Trial and Transformation podcast during which host Juliet Huck speaks with Scarlett Lewis the mother Jesse Lewis, one of the children killed during the Sandy Hook School shooting. Scarlett was the first of a group of parents who sued conspiracy podcast theorist Alex Jones who publicly claimed that Sandy Hook was a hoax. In this episode you will hear Juliet talk to Scarlett talk about her much publicized courtroom confrontation with Jones during the trial which eventually resulted in the jury awarding mulitple families nearly a half billion dollars.

Scarlett Lewis: Courage from My Son

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 17:00:00 +0000

Please join me in an extremely powerful and moving conversation with the mother of Sandy Hook murdered victim Jessie Lewis. Scarlett Lewis is the Chief Movement Officer of the Jessie Lewis Choose Love Movement. In part one we discuss her book and how she gained strength over the years dealing with her grief - which then leads us into our conversation of having the courage to sue Alex Jones, conspiracy theorist.

Maurice DeDeaux: For The Love of My Daughter

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest, Maurice DeDeaux, discusses the steps he took on what he labeled “YouTube University” to learn the legal system so he could represent himself in fighting for custody of his daughter. He talks about learning patience and getting past the frustration that is part of the judicial system. But he would not have it any other way as he continues his quest for custody.

Juliet Huck: Lights, Camera Action

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Join me for a short commentary on how cameras in the courtroom are a double edge sword for witnesses, especially when they’re faced with reliving trauma in their lives. In those cases, cameras are the difference between the real time testimony and the media's interpretation of court's proceedings.

Victoria Rusk: Feelings Before Facts

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest is Mitigation Specialist Victoria Rusk. In a delicate conversation, she talks about putting her own agenda and judgement aside to help the accused. It requires that she humanizes her clients who are on trial for the death penalty, life in prison or long-term sentences. The author of The Handbook of Mitigation and founder of Mitigation University, Victoria tells an amazing story of a mother whose son was on trial for the death penalty and how testifying was such a blessing because for the first time she felt heard. It helped this woman heal some deep-rooted pain.

Pastor Kyle Joachim: Cultivating Connectivity

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Join an inspirational conversation with Pastor Kyle Joachim about why putting his own agenda aside, and just being "present" in one's time of need, is so important. Juliet and Kyle talk about holding on to faith in your darkest hours when one feels overwhelmed by the legal system and why cultivating a relationship with God or one’s higher power makes it easier to ask for help when all seems lost.

Dr. Stephanie Maj: Heal the Nervous System, Heal the Trauma

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 07:00:00 +0000

In a fascinating and educational conversation, Dr. Stephanie Maj walks us through the scientific steps of how trauma physically affects the body. Not only does it impact functions like long term memory and emotional muscle memory, it also weakens the frontal lobe of the brain which compromises complex thought, therefore possibly compromising a witnesses’ memory when taking the stand. Dr. Maj also shares how trauma irritates the nervous system and how healing the nervous system helps heal the trauma.

Rosemary Wilson: Court of Public Opinion

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Kicking of 2023, Juliet talks with Crisis Communications Expert Rosemary Wilson about her roll in consulting with corporations and individuals when crisis strikes, and/or reputations are on the line. She talks about how issues can be minimized when addressing a problem quickly instead of hoping it will dissolve. She has great insight on how to minimize the damaging effect on one's reputation and stop the ripple effect in its tracks.

Karen Egoff: Let's Honor Ourselves

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +0000

As a wrap for 2022, Juliet takes a different approach from recent podcasts. She interviews Karen Egoff of My Soul Balance on the topic of honoring ourselves. Karen gives us some insight on the power of Reiki and walks us through a chair yoga exercise so we can take a few minutes for self care. Juliet also provides some food for thought for ending 2022.

Kristin Shelton: An Oddly Fun Chess Game

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Join the conversation between Juliet and Kristin Shelton on her experience of becoming a forensic accounting expert witness. Kristin talks about how the psychological warfare of the cross examination is an oddly fun chess game. She describes her first time testifying as an expert witness and how the Grateful Dead's music got her through the experience. That was when she realized how music is a large part of her selfcare during the stressful process.

Judy AmicAngelo: You Have To Fight To Be Well

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Juliet talks with Judy AmicAngleo, interior architect, commercial interior designer and colorist. She suffered a freak accident when her neighbor's unleashed dog charged her and her (leashed) dog. In the resulting fight, her finger was servered. She talks about filing a lawsuit and how she was accused of not telling the truth despite her bandaged hand. She also shares how color not only heals but can also intimidate. Her latest achievement is learning hip-hop dance with the 20-somethings and how it is helping her heal.

Robyn Ginney: Divorce Without Fear

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +0000

High-conflict divorce attorney Robyn Ginney, Esq., is a strong, experienced attorney who shields her clients from their spouses, recognizes the games being played, and protects what matters most – her client’s wellbeing. She’s a strong advocate for her clients in what she describes as "divorce terrorism". Her background in psychology, crisis counseling, and special education gives her a unique perspective and insight into her client’s fears and the games that others play to prolong or complicate a divorce. While the divorce process can be traumatic, she shares steps one can take to make the process less painful.

Randi Maggid: Have Faith You Will Heal

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Shaman, Breathwork & Vibrational Healer and author of the book "Beverly Hills Concentration Camp", Randi Maggid talks with Juliet about overcoming the trauma as the child of Holocaust survivors and how her own healing journey has led to becoming a healer. Using different modalities in her practice as a Shaman led to her philosophy "when you have faith, you can heal and it's not as hard as you think".

Julia Jayne: Having Solutions Equals Control

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Please join Juliet and Julia Jayne, ESQ, for a fascinating look from both sides of the aisle. Julia, who went from being a District Attorney in northern California to a criminal defense attorney, speaks on how mental health services provided by the courts can change lives.

Sam Mirkovich: Do What is Best For The Child

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000

Juliet and Sam discuss the delicate balance of prepping children and their parents who are called to testify. Sam's practice as a partner with Campbell & Williams in Las Vegas Nevada is entirely focused on litigating the firm's catastrophic personal injury cases along with complex commercial litigation matters. Sam talks about how you need to build relationships with children whose testimony is crucial to a case.

Joel Relampagos: No judgement, just healing

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Meet Joel, a Hollywood Executive Producer with a laundry list of hits such as the Biggest Loser to now working with LeBron James as executive producer on the Emmy-nominated show "Rescue for Change". After discovering his own sobriety, Joel created Change Your Algorithm, free mental health online services based on therapists volunteering their time through classes and individual sessions. Joel's organization's mantra "no judgement, just healing". https://changealgorithm.com

Bill McCracken: The Best Defense is a Strong Offense

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Juliet talks with Bill McCracken who was unexpectedly pulled into a corporate lawsuit, turning his life upside down. Bill gives us great advice on turning the defense into the offense and learning to heal over time.

Roy Jimenez: Testifying is a privilege

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Meet Roy, a highly decorated trial attorney and recently named 2022 Super Lawyer. Join Juliet as she and Roy discuss his witness prep process as well as tips he gives on how to navigate the legal system as a witness.

Pam Griffiths: Be good to yourself

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 06:15:00 +0000

On this episode Juliet introduces us to Pam whose brother was murdered in Florida in 2014 and remains a cold case today. Discover her profoundly brave journey to testify, reliving her grief, and then finding a way to get some relief by asking for help.

Meet Juliet Huck

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Trauma, Trial, and Transformation. Discover true stories from those who were called to sit in the witness chair and their journey through the process and beyond. This podcast brings to light the trauma and stress caused by testifying under oathand offers a different approach one can take to prepare to take the stand and how to heal after the encounter.

Your host, Juliet Huck dovetails her 30-year career in the courtroom with her personal healing experience as a breathwork practitioner to create a unique perspective talking with witnesses, key litigators, and mental wellness professionals. As a persuasion strategist working on high profile, high stakes, and billion-dollar litigation, Juliet has assisted in preparing 100s of witnesses to bravely tell their truth and has observed the distress sitting in the witness chair can cause in one’s life and its lasting effects.

Trauma, Trial, and Transformation offers a view, through a holistic lens, of ways witnesses are prepared prior to taking the stand as well as being cared for after leaving the courtroom.

Healing can happen when people share their stories.