Best Stax Records Podcasts (2025)

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The Funk Brothers and Behind the Music Brilliance 19:46

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Send us a text Welcome to "Max & Mello's Architects of Soul"! Join your hosts, Max Soul and Mello Soul of "Soul & the New Vibe," as they pull back the curtain on the silent forces behind the music. In this episode, they dive deep into the genius of The Funk Brothers, the legendary studio musicians of Motown, and the visionary writers and producers …

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Philly Soul & SIGMA Studios 19:58

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Send us a text Welcome to "Max & Mello's Architects of Soul," the podcast that explores the foundations of soul music. In this episode, "The Sound of Philadelphia," we journey back to the legendary Sigma Sound Studios to uncover the genius of producers Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Thom Bell, along with the incredible house band, MFSB. Join us as we…

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FAME Studios & The Muscle Shoals Sound 20:00

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Send us a text Journey into the heart of soul music with Max & Mello as they unravel the legendary story of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. In this episode, "The Muscle Shoals Sound," your hosts dive into the pioneering spirit of producer Rick Hall and his iconic FAME Studios. Discover how a group of young, talented white musicians—the Muscle Shoals Rhythm…

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Chess Records: The Blueprint of Authenticity 16:35

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Send us a text Join hosts Max and Mello on a soulful journey back in time as they explore the legendary Chess Records. In this episode, "The Blueprint of Authenticity," they dig into how this iconic Chicago label, home to blues pioneers like Muddy Waters and rock and roll legends like Chuck Berry, laid the foundational grit and emotion for modern s…

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The STAX/Volt Sound - Booker T & the MG's: The Groove Masters 20:13

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Send us a text Join Max & Mello in this episode of "Architects of Soul" as they pay homage to the legendary house band of Stax Records: Booker T. and the MG's. Discover how this influential group defined the gritty, soulful sound of an era by providing the musical foundation for countless hits by Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, and others. Max & Mello ex…

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Honoring the Architects of Soul: Otis Redding 20:04

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Send us a text Welcome to Max & Mello’s Architects of Soul, the podcast that honors the legends who built the foundation for modern soul music. In this special Episode 10, hosts Max Soul and Mello Soul dive deep into the life, music, and enduring legacy of the one and only Otis Redding. Discover the timeless lessons behind his raw authenticity, his…

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The Unforgettable Impact of Jackie Wilson 21:11

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Send us a text Step into the soulful soundscape with Max & Mello’s Architects of Soul. In this episode, "The Unforgettable Impact of Jackie Wilson," hosts Max and Mello Soul take a deep dive into the life and legacy of "Mr. Excitement" himself. From his electrifying stage presence and jaw-dropping four-octave vocal range to his pivotal role in brid…

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Al Green: The Al Green Blueprint 18:31

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Send us a text Still wondering how the smooth, sensual sound of Al Green continues to shape music today? On Episode 7 of "Architects of Soul," Max Soul and Mello Soul unravel the genius of the Reverend himself! From the luxurious Hi-Fi production to his breathtaking vocal range and the daring fusion of gospel and secular themes, Al Green built a fo…

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Dinah Washington: Echoes of the Matriarch 26:21

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Send us a text Step into the timeless world of Soul & R&B with Architects of Soul! 🎙️ We’re Max and Mello, your hosts and the artists behind ‘Soul & the New Vibe,’ and we’re digging deep into the incredible journeys of the genre’s true pioneers. Discover their fight for control, their trailblazing impact, and how their legacy continues to shape the…

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Aretha Franklin: The Voice That Changed Everything 12:49

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Send us a text Step into the timeless world of Soul & R&B with Architects of Soul! 🎙️ We’re Max and Mello, your hosts and the artists behind ‘Soul & the New Vibe,’ and we’re digging deep into the incredible journeys of the genre’s true pioneers. Discover their fight for control, their trailblazing impact, and how their legacy continues to shape the…

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"The Smokey Robinson Blueprint: Guiding Our New Vibe" 15:52

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Send us a text Step into the timeless world of Soul & R&B with Architects of Soul! 🎙️ We’re Max and Mello, your hosts and the artists behind ‘Soul & the New Vibe,’ and we’re digging deep into the incredible journeys of the genre’s true pioneers. Discover their fight for control, their trailblazing impact, and how their legacy continues to shape the…

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Sam Cooke: The Architect of Artist Independence 18:29

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Send us a text Welcome to "Architects of Soul"! In this episode, your hosts Max Soul and Mello Soul of "Soul & the New Vibe" delve deep into the life and revolutionary business acumen of a true music visionary: Sam Cooke. Beyond his angelic voice and timeless hits like "Wonderful World" and "A Change Is Gonna Come," Sam Cooke was a trailblazer who …

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Curtis Mayfield - The DIY Legend 12:57

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Send us a text Tune into Max & Mello’s Architects of Soul as The Soul Brothers, Max & Mello Soul of Soul & the New Vibe, celebrate the indelible impact of Curtis Mayfield, the ultimate DIY Legend and Cultural Narrator. This episode unpacks Mayfield's revolutionary journey, starting with his groundbreaking decision to found Curtom Records in 1968. D…

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Max & Mello’s Architects of Soul : Marvin Gaye - The Soul Poet 12:44

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Send us a text Join The Soul Brothers, Max & Mello Soul, on Max & Mello’s Architects of Soul as they honor the unparalleled legacy of Marvin Gaye, the Soul Poet and Studio Auteur. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into Gaye's audacious artistic leap with the iconic album What's Going On, exploring how he defied Motown's conventions to infuse s…

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The Genesis of Genius: James Brown's Early Blueprint 20:24

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Send us a text Step into the gritty, visionary world of James Brown with Max & Mello in "Architects of Soul"! This episode kicks off our deep dive into the Godfather of Soul's unparalleled career, focusing not just on his music, but on the revolutionary blueprint he laid for artistic independence and business innovation. Forget what you think you k…

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Episode No. 100 (Part II): Where Are They Now? Featuring D'Lonra Ellis and Iris Chen 1:18:48

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Today on Women In Law, I’m sharing Part II of my 100th Episode! I hope you enjoyed Part I where I checked in with Amy Tu and Samantha Monk. In Part II, I will first be speaking with D’Lonra Ellis, Chief Legal Officer of the Oakland Athletics and Adjunct Professor at UC Law. D’Lonra was my first guest ever on the podcast. It was such a thrill for me…

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Episode No. 100 (Part I): Where Are They Now? with Amy Tu and Samantha Monk 1:00:23

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Today on Women In Law, I’m sharing Part I of my 100th Episode! It’s been over six years in the making but we are finally here. For this special episode, I wanted to check back in with a few women I’ve met over the years to see where they are now. In Part I, I’m talking with Amy Tu who I first featured on the podcast in January 2021. Since then, Amy…

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Episode No. 99: Looking Back on Women In Law On The Record 22:27

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In today's episode, I reflect back on 100 episodes of Women In Law On The Record and share some of my favorite moments, guests, and memories from the last six and a half years.By Allison Marie Stewart

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Episode No. 98: Leah Mayersohn, Founder and Owner Mayersohn Law Group 39:03

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Today I’m talking with Leah Mayersohn, founder of Mayersohn Law Group in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Leah has been practicing for 30 years and focuses her practice primarily on criminal law, corporate criminal investigations, and family law. Leah grew up in southern California where she attended UCLA for undergrad. She then moved to Florida to attend…

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Episode No. 97: Ladies Who Law (Samantha Sicola and Haylie Davis) 52:00

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Today I’m talking to the women behind the “Ladies Who Law” podcast - Samantha Sicola and Haylie Davis. The two together host the “Ladies Who Law” podcast formerly known as the “Ladies Who Law School” podcast. As you’ll hear, now as practicing attorneys, Sam and Haylie provide a fresh take on experiences, insights, and practical tips to help you nav…

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Episode No. 96: Lisa Roberts, General Counsel, Stax Payments 48:50

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Today I’m speaking with Lisa Roberts, Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Stax Payments. Lisa and I met a couple years ago when we connected through a mutual friend and had coffee over Zoom but this was our first time meeting in person. We had a fantastic discussion about Lisa’s background and how she made the strategic moves she has so fa…

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Episode No. 95: Baby Girl On The Record 11:54

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Today I'm sharing some exciting personal news - I'm pregnant! I am expecting a baby girl in early April and my family and I are super excited about it. In this episode, I share thing I'm looking forward to, some of my fears, and answer some practical questions I've been asked. Please enjoy this unusual episode!…

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Episode No. 94: ICYMI - Iris Chen, Formerly Google and Currently Moloco 56:20

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Today I’m sharing an interview I did in 2019 with Iris Chen who was with Google at the time. This is one of my favorite episodes I’ve ever done. Iris is such a bright and inspiring lawyer. After Google, Iris went on to become the Deputy General Counsel of Airbnb and, very recently, Iris became the General Counsel of Moloco. She’s had an incredible …

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Episode No. 93: Meredith Shaw, Quinn Emanuel 41:54

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Meredith a Partner at Quinn Emanuel in New York City. She attended Harvard University for undergrad and Columbia Law School. Meredith grew up in the Philadelphia area. She is a seasoned trial lawyer with extensive experience litigating a broad variety of complex commercial disputes in a host of state and federal courts and arbitration tribunals. In…

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Episode No. 92: Kelley Barnett, AmTrust Financial Services 1:20:10

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Today I’m talking with Kelley Barnett, Senior Vice President and Senior Managing Counsel at AmTrust Financial Services. Kelley is so many things to me…a friend, a long time listener and supporter of this podcast, an incredibly talented lawyer, and masterful advocate for women in the legal field. Kelley graduated from Michigan State University with …

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Episode No. 91: Alex Lagos, Lara Bueso Bach, and Mercedes Armas Bach 54:41

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Today, I’m talking with Alex Lagos (Shareholder in Litigation at Greenberg Traurig in Miami), Lara Bueso Bach (Senior VP of Litigation at Televisia Univision), and Mercedes Armas Bach (Retired Judge of the 11th Judicial Circuit in Florida and current JAMS mediator). If you can’t already tell, these ladies all have something in common–they’re relate…

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Episode No. 90: Erin England, Erin England Law 1:12:40

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Today I’m talking with Erin England. Erin has over 20 years of experience in finance and is widely recognized as one of the top lawyers in her field. She specializes in corporate and finance transactions, including serving as outside general counsel to businesses. Erin has helped Fortune 500 companies, private equity and private credit funds, and r…

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Episode No. 89: Marlana Shoshtari, Counsel for Entertainment Networks (Scripted), NBC Universal 51:30

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Today I’m talking with Marlana Shoshtari, Counsel for Entertainment Networks (Scripted) at NBC Universal. Marlana is originally from a small town in Oklahoma but later moved and went to undergrad at the University of Virginia where she studied psychology. She and I bonded over our fascination with crime and psychology as both of us grew up during t…

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Episode No. 88: Maria Daatio Perez, Senior Counsel & Director (Advertising, Marketing & Digital), Mattel Inc. 1:08:49

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Today I’m talking with Maria Daatio Perez, Senior Counsel & Director for Advertising, Marketing, Content Review, S&P, and E-Commerce. Maria was so fun to chat with. She spoke about her immigrant family’s background, her days in undergrad at UC Santa Barbara, and how she came around to the decision to go to law school. She ultimately attended Southw…

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Episode No. 87: Sara Kamal, Legal Counsel, Yum! Brands 1:02:01

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Today I’m talking with Sara Kamal, Legal Counsel at Yum! Brands. This was an especially fun interview for me because Sara is one of my closest friends. She and I met when she was actually a client of my firm and we were working together on an arbitration matter. It didn’t take long for us to become friends. She is someone I count on all the time to…

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Episode No. 86: Kristine Campbell, General Counsel, U-Haul 55:45

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Today I’m talking with Kristine Campbell, General Counsel of Uhaul. Kristine was so fun to chat with. Not only is she a former Greenberg Traurig attorney, so we bonded over our loyalty to the firm but she was forthcoming about her experiences, how she reached the GC’s office at Uhaul after serving 12 years in the company’s legal department, and how…

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Episode 85: Mother's Day Special 14:25

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Welcome to a special episode of Women In Law On The Record. This week I'm sharing a few stories of women lawyers who are also moms. I wanted to honor all the mom lawyers out there and share the good, the bad, and the ugly of being a lawyer and a mom. So you'll hear all those sides. And I preview my next episode as well featuring Kristine Campbell. …

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Episode No. 84: Erin Borg, Assistant General Counsel, Neiman Marcus Group 58:24

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Today I’m talking with Erin Borg, Vice President and Assistant General Counsel for the Neiman Marcus Group. Erin is an Arizona native who moved across the country to attend Indiana University Bloomington where she studied political science. She would later return to Arizona to attend the University of Arizona for law school. But, before that, she m…

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Episode No. 83: Lindsey Swiger, Senior Associate, Norton Rose Fulbright 49:46

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Today I’m talking with Lindsey Swiger, Senior Associate at Norton Rose Fulbright in Houston, Texas. Lindsey is an energy lawyer who has spent her career advising clients on conventional and renewable energy transactions across the value chain. Lindsey's practice focuses on project development and financing, mergers, acquisitions, divestments and jo…

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Episode 82: Aliza Shatzman, Founder Legal Accountability Project 41:07

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Today I’m talking with Aliza Shatzman, an attorney and advocate based in Washington D.C. who writes and speaks about judicial accountability, clerkships, and diversity in the courts. Aliza earned her bachelor's degree from Williams College in Williamstown, MA in 2013 and her JD from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law (WashU Law) in 20…

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Episode No. 81: Camie Carlock McKee, Haynes Boone Associate 51:52

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Today I’m talking with Camie Carlock McKee, senior energy transactions associate at Haynes Boone in Dallas, Texas. Camie is a graduate of Washington and Lee University where she studied political science and the University of Texas Law School where she was an active participant at the Center for Women In Law. Camie has made so many incredible contr…

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Episode 80: Back On The Record 18:22

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I've been away from the podcast for about a year but I'm back! And I'm excited to share I've been promoted to Shareholder at my firm, Greenberg Traurig. Today's episode is a little different as it's just me talking about what's happened the last year, how grateful I am for everyone who helped me reach this great milestone in my career, and what to …

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Episode No. 79: Lauren Bruning, Associate General Counsel & Global Head of Sustainability/ESG, Energizer Holdings 48:28

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Today I’m talking with Lauren Bruning, Associate General Counsel and Global Head of Sustainability and ESG at Energizer Holdings in St. Louis, Missouri. I was excited to talk to Lauren as she was recommended to me by her colleague and prior Women In Law Guest, Kate Dugan. Kate’s description of Lauren was spot on - she is passionate, hard working, a…

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Episode No. 78: Panel Discussion with Ladder Down - Cleveland 43:36

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Today’s episode is the second in a two-part series featuring graduates from the Ladder Down program in Cleveland, Ohio. Ladder Down is a national year-long program that provides direct training and career development through a combination of coaches, sponsors, and participants to empower women lawyers in three critical areas: leadership, business d…

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Episode No. 77: Individual Interviews with Ladder Down - Cleveland 51:52

3y ago51:52

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Today’s episode is the first in a two-part series featuring graduates from the Ladder Down program in Cleveland, Ohio. Ladder Down is a national year-long program that provides direct training and career development through a combination of coaches, sponsors, and participants to empower women lawyers in three critical areas: leadership, business de…

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Episode No. 76: Discussion with Leaders in the Women’s Energy Network (North Texas Chapter) 40:06

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Today’s episode is a panel discussion with several impressive ladies - including Kelli Roach (General Counsel of Black Mountain Sand), Christina Sanders (General Counsel of NGP ETP, and Casey Moore (Senior Counsel for Litigation at Vistra Corp). Each of them is a member of the Women’s Energy Network - North Texas Division. The vision of the Women’s…

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Episode No. 75: Panel Discussion with Leaders in the Institute for Energy Law 44:14

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Today’s episode is the second part in a two-part series featuring four impressive ladies from the Institute for Energy Law (aka IEL): Tina Nguyen (Partner at Baker Botts in Houston), Kristi McCarthy (General Counsel and VP of the Land Department at Chevron Upstream), Suzana Blades (Managing Counsel - Commercial Litigation and Arbitration at ConocoP…

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Episode No. 74: One on One Interviews with Leaders in the Institute for Energy Law 34:53

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Today’s episode is very special as it is the first of a two-part series featuring four impressive ladies from the Institute for Energy Law: Tina Nguyen (Partner at Baker Botts in Houston), Kristi McCarthy (General Counsel and VP of the Land Department at Chevron Upstream), Suzana Blades (Managing Counsel - Commercial Litigation and Arbitration at C…

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Episode No. 73: Dean Danielle Conway, Penn State University - Dickinson Law School 44:45

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Today I’m talking with Danielle Conway - Dean of Penn State University’s Dickinson Law School. Dean Conway is a leading expert in procurement law, entrepreneurship, intellectual property law, and licensing intellectual property. She joined Dickinson Law after serving for four years as dean of the University of Maine School of Law and 14 years on th…

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Episode No. 72: Christina Montgomery, Chief Privacy Officer of IBM 35:34

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Today I’m talking with Christina Montgomery, Chief Privacy Officer of IBM in Armonk, New York. Christina attended Binghamton University where she studied English before going to Harvard Law School. She spent one year in private practice before taking her first in-house job at IBM over 27 years ago. Over nearly three decades, she has held several ro…

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Episode No. 71: Lea Ann King, General Counsel, Toyota Material Handling 41:57

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Today I’m with Lea Ann King, General Counsel of Toyota Material Handling. Lea Ann cut her teeth as a young litigator at Bose McKinney & Evans after attending the University of Louisville for law school. She made her initial move in-house when she accepted a corporate counsel position with Hill-Rom where she would spend the next 7 years of her caree…

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Episode No. 70: The Podium Panel featuring Sophia Mai, Ashley Yen, and Hanna Kim 46:34

3+ y ago46:34

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Today is a very special episode of Women In Law as I sat down with three very impressive young women lawyers: Sophia Mai (Attorney with the US Department of Homeland Security), Ashley Yen (Associate In-House Counsel at Methodist Health System), and Hanna Kim (Associate at Zelle LLP). I brought these women on to talk about The Podium, which is an or…

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Episode No. 69: Amy Guzzy, General Counsel, Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores 46:11

3+ y ago46:11

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Today I’m talking with Amy Guzzy, General Counsel of Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores in Oklahoma City. Amy is from Tulsa, Oklahoma and attended Texas Christian University for undergrad where she studied merchandising and business. Amy then attended the University of Oklahoma for law school. After law school, Amy went into private practice with…

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Episode No. 68: Raven Moore, McDonald’s Managing Counsel (Commercial Litigation) 58:56

4y ago58:56

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Today I’m talking with Raven Moore, Managing Counsel of Commercial Litigation for McDonald’s. A native of Chicagoland, Raven grew up thinking she would either be a lawyer or a comedian. As you will hear, we got a chuckle out of her comedic aspirations but, in truth, Raven could have been anything she wanted to be. She followed her instinct to the l…

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Episode No. 67: Kelly Nolan (Productivity & Time Management) 43:13

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Today I’m talking with Kelly Nolan, a former lawyer turned productivity and time management strategist. Originally from Minneapolis, Kelly grew up abroad and moved around a lot. Ultimately, she went to Dartmouth College for undergrad and Boston College Law School. After a handful of years practicing patent litigation, Kelly decided to put her learn…