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Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastSpecial Preview: “Build & Grow Your Law Firm” Unpacks Starting vs. Growing a FirmBuilding a law firm and building a law firm designed for growth: Often mistaken. Very different. Tune in to the second episode of Elawvate’s “Build & Grow Your Law Firm” podcast to understand the difference. Your guides are Ben Gideon, founder of Gideon Asen, and the firm’s COO, Jeff Wright. They share their insights about leveraging existing problem-solving skills, understanding established business models, and defining the kind of firm you want to build.Subscribe to Elawvate: Build & Grow Your Law Firm now!Learn More and Connect☑️ Ben Gideon | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram☑️ Jeff Wr...2025-07-2456 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastJujitsu Tactics in the Courtroom, with Dennis DonnellyDescribed by host Ben Gideon as “the Brazilian jujitsu of trial lawyers,” Dennis Donnelly shares his insights from 44 years in practice. “I don't know about all of you, but I try a lot of cases, and usually somewhere in the trial, I tell myself, ‘This is why this happened,’” Dennis says, adding, “But it takes a while to get there.” In this conversation with Ben and Rahul Ravipudi, Dennis describes how he “gets there”: by understanding why things happen—not just what happened— to transform case presentation and jury persuasion.Learn More and Connect☑️ Dennis Donnelly | LinkedIn☑️...2025-07-211h 02

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastSpecial Preview: Welcome to Elawvate: Build & Grow Your Law FirmFor four years, you’ve tuned in to Elawvate, the podcast where “personal growth meets the practice of trial law.” Now, host Ben Gideon invites you to a special preview of Elawvate’s new “Build & Grow Your Law Firm” podcast, where you’ll learn the business of practicing law. Ben and co-host Jeff Wright, the COO of Gideon Asen, reflect on building the firm from startup to profitable powerhouse in just four years. But, as Ben explains in the premiere episode, "I really wish when we started our practice, someone had taken me under their wing and said, 'This is how you do...2025-07-1139 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastWinning $7.6M for Wrongfully Imprisoned Client, with David Lebowitz, Doug Lieb, and Alyssa IsidoridyWhen police officers intentionally falsify evidence to arrest someone they believe is guilty, it’s usually "an ends-justify-the-means approach," says Doug Lieb. He and trial partners David Lebowitz and Alyssa Isidoridy challenge that approach in their civil rights practice, recently winning $7.6 million for a client who spent 30 years wrongfully imprisoned. With hosts Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi, the guests reveal their collaborative case vetting process, the power of federal fee-shifting statutes, and why they choose federal court for civil rights litigation despite its challenges.Learn More and Connect☑️ David Lebowitz | LinkedIn☑️ Doug Lieb | LinkedIn 2025-07-0751 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastInside A Med-Mal Master’s Nine-Figure Playbook, with Brian McKeen"It's not rocket science," says Brian McKeen about trial advocacy. His record-breaking verdicts may suggest otherwise. The Detroit med-mal virtuoso shares with hosts Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi how he transformed from a sports-obsessed student into one of Michigan's powerhouse plaintiff attorneys. From a $130 million med mal judgment to a $96 million trucking verdict, Brian reveals how deep medical knowledge and relentless case development unlock extraordinary outcomes. Most compelling are his civil rights cases against detention facilities, where he has leveraged video evidence to show neglect of vulnerable detainees. His message to young lawyers: Good trial advocacy is learnable with...2025-06-2351 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastFrom Milking Cows to Making Insurance Companies Pay, with Ricardo EcheverriaIn a personal injury case, the plaintiff’s lawyer must rely on witnesses to perform. In a bad-faith case, their job is educating the jury about the rules that insurance companies must follow. That’s how Ricardo Echeverria describes the two areas of his practice at Shernoff Bidart Echeverria. With hosts Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi, he explains that he started his career focusing on PI but that evolved over the years to litigating bad faith cases. “They are definitely different kinds of cases and a different approach to cases altogether,” he says. Tune in for Ricardo’s insights about how...2025-06-0955 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastTurning Clinical Judgment Against the Defense: $11.9M Win, with Karen Zahka and Austin DanaWhen FDA guidelines failed their client, trial partners Austin Dana and Karen Zahka flipped the script by arguing for clinical judgment, typically a defense position. Hospitalized with an epileptic seizure at age 13, their client was old enough to receive an adult dosage of an anti-seizure medication, according to the FDA – but she weighed only 61 pounds, the weight of a child. That adult dosage led to their client getting Stevens-Johnson syndrome. “Our position was that the defendant should have deviated from the guidelines,” Karen explains to hosts Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi. Tune in as Austin and Karen break down how th...2025-05-2641 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastChasing Justice, Not Ambulances: The Garmey Family Story, with Terry Garmey and Alexis Garmey ChardonSpare Terry Garmey the old joke about ambulance chasers. “I'm defensive about being a plaintiff's lawyer. I like what I do,” says one of Maine's most respected plaintiff's lawyers. His daughter Alexis Garmey Chardon, who left a high-paying corporate law career to practice with her father, also describes the profession’s nobility: “It’s almost like a civic duty for us lawyers that we keep trying cases, including small cases.” Tune in to this conversation with host Ben Gideon for an inside look at a powerhouse family’s success in court and at home.Learn More and Connect 2025-05-1250 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastCould AI Find What Your Opposition Is Desperately Hiding? with Darryl Williams"AI knows what absolute truth is," says Darryl Williams, whose military career solving "strategic surprise" led him to create algorithms that dive deeper than conventional AI. Speaking with host Ben Gideon, Darryl explains how his cognitive AI system, grounded in foundational sciences, achieves near-perfect accuracy where generative AI can falter. From identifying juror biases to uncovering hidden fraud, Darryl details how his platform reconstructs reality from sparse data points, helping lawyers win high-stakes cases through superior intelligence gathering. The message: In litigation, you don't know what you don't know until deeper AI reveals it.Learn More and...2025-04-2847 min

Trial Lawyer PrepGuest Ben Gideon on Helping Trial Lawyers Assess Risk Better [Ep138]Join Ben Gideon as he explores the complex world of risk assessment in trial law. Despite their bold reputations, trial lawyers often lean towards risk-averse strategies, favoring settlements over trials. Ben reflects on his recent trial loss to analyze cognitive biases in decision-making and emphasizes the importance of embracing risk to secure significant verdicts. Drawing parallels between trial law and high-stakes poker, Ben discusses how both fields rely on probabilistic thinking and expected value calculations. He shares strategies for managing risk across multiple cases, similar to a poker player handling various hands, and highlights the differing risk...2025-04-2339 min

Daily Christian Devotional with Reverend Ben CooperImperfect People, Perfect Purpose - (#1059 - CST)Send us a textTitle: Imperfect People, Perfect Purposes – How God Uses Flawed Lives for His GloryThe most extraordinary people in the Bible weren’t perfect—they were deeply flawed, just like us. In this inspiring episode, we explore the powerful truth that God has always used ordinary people with extraordinary weaknesses to accomplish His divine purposes. Murderers, adulterers, doubters, and cowards—Scripture is full of them. And yet, through surrender and grace, they became key players in God’s redemptive story.We begin by revisiting familiar O...2025-04-2130 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer Podcast"Find Your Isiah Thomas People" to Accomplish Greatness, with Kimball Jones"Attach yourself to the right people. Anything great that you ever accomplish is almost certainly accomplished by a team," says Kimball Jones, who's on an incredible winning streak with verdicts of $550 million, $105 million, and others in quick succession. Fresh off these victories, Kimball joins host Rahul Ravipudi to break down his teambuilding philosophy, inspired by the 1980s Detroit Pistons. He shares how his losses taught him to "don't agree to anything the defense wants" and why calming jurors — rather than inflaming them — has led to massive punitive damages.Learn More and Connect☑️ Kimball Jones | LinkedIn☑️...2025-04-1451 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastNever Get Blindsided Again: Affordable Focus Group Tactics, with Elizabeth LarrickTrial lawyer and consultant Elizabeth Larrick brings her expertise on focus groups to hosts Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi. With experience conducting over 1,000 focus groups, the founder of the Trial Lawyer Prep Podcast explains how she helps attorneys make critical decisions at various stages in a case. Sharing success stories, Elizabeth details how her streamlined Zoom focus groups identify blind spots, test liability theories, and gauge damages. The dominant theme: preparing your case for outside scrutiny inevitably strengthens your trial strategy, regardless of the outcome.Learn More and Connect☑️ Elizabeth Larrick | LinkedIn☑️ Trial Lawyer P...2025-03-3146 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastSpot Bad Jurors Before They Kill Your Case, with Brad CosgroveWhen Brad Cosgrove got the case of a woman who died during elective cosmetic surgery, his first thought was, “Is this rare?” During his investigation, he discovered that the plastic surgeon had been linked to other deaths but never disciplined. Tune in as Brad recaps his $54 million verdict against the doctor with hosts Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi. Brad also discusses how to eliminate the “worst” jurors for a med-mal plaintiffs’ attorney: those who won't award damages because they feel that “shit happens.”Interested in brainstorming a case with Ben and Rahul? Join a confidential case workshop. Email Ben or g...2025-03-171h 01

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastDebating the Pros and Cons of Big Data, with Josh Koskoff and John CampbellBig data doesn’t stymie a lawyer’s creativity in the courtroom; it actually informs smart decisions. So argues John Campbell, who co-authored “Jury Ball: The Big Data Revolution Is Here” with his wife, Alicia, and Sean Claggett.Big data is no substitute for creativity; it can't capture the lawyer’s biggest weapon: authenticity and heart. So argues Josh Koskoff, a leading personal injury trial attorney. Tune in to this friendly debate moderated by hosts Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi to hear where John and Josh diverge on the issue, and where they align.Intereste...2025-03-031h 07

The Hunt for IncredibleEp. 44: From Micro-Resort to Viral Destination: The Art of Crafting Shareable Stays with Ben WolffGideon Spencer sits down with Ben Wolff, co-founder of Onera — an upscale micro-resort in the heart of Texas wine country. Ben shares the journey of turning Onera into a must-visit destination, blending unique design with marketing-savvy strategies to create an experience that guests feel compelled to share. As the co-founder of Oasi, a full-service growth firm for hospitality, Ben explores the power of shareability in today’s travel landscape. In this episode, he shares his approach to designing unforgettable guest experiences that result in organic social media buzz, encourage user-generated content, and drive increased engagement. Ben also brea...2025-02-1944 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastTraining Lawyers for the Most Challenging Stage: The Courtroom, with Jesse Wilson“I say the theater is a safe place to be dangerous. I firmly believe that the courtroom is a dangerous place to be safe.”That’s why Jesse Wilson teaches lawyers and witnesses how to be dangerous in the courtroom. A Juilliard-trained actor, he prepares witnesses and helps lawyers with trial strategy through his Tell the Winning Story consultant business. Following a workshop for host Ben Gideon’s team, Jesse joins “Elawvate” to share tips with listeners. Tune in for his lessons about masks, imagination, and authentic communication. Learn More and Connect☑️ Jesse Wilson | LinkedIn...2025-02-1755 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastGetting Bad Jurors to Strike Themselves, with the Farah & Farah Problem-SolversFrank Fratello used to consider money an “evil secret” in jury selection. Then he got a $2.5 million verdict.Fresh off the red-eye to Florida, Frank told his trial partner David Thompson about a strategy he’d learned days before from consultant Sari de la Motte at Trial Lawyers University in Las Vegas. “He was extremely excited. He’s like, ‘I'm doing it.’ … And he went and did it, and it was actually quite effective,” David recalls.Tune in as Frank and David – “problem-solvers” for Farah & Farah – break down the case, where they represented a young woman who required a life...2025-02-0355 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastMastering the Art of Unpredictable Moves: Charla Aldous' Unconventional Courtroom TacticsHosts Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi invite trial lawyer Charla Aldous for a conversation about her distinguished career. Sharing stories that range from amusing to poignant, she recalls making corporate defendants wither and juries giggle. She discusses reinventing herself from a defense lawyer to a plaintiff’s lawyer specializing in medical malpractice. She criticizes med-mal caps in Texas and cherishes taking unpopular cases. The dominant theme is her fearless devotion to clients. If she were to give advice to young lawyers, she’d say this: “You are the voice for those that, but for you, would not have a voice...2025-01-2055 min

Bill and Odell Are Finding Common GroundBest of Bill and Odell with Rabbi Joshua Ben-GideonRabbi Joshua Ben-Gideon joins Bill and Odell for an honest discussion about Christianity and the Jewish faith. One Republican, one Democrat, one black, one white, both devoted Christians that love the Lord and one another! Follow each week as Bill and Odell Find Common Ground! To learn more, please visit our website http://www.thecommonground.show/ This podcast is produced by BG Podcast Network. For advertising inquiries, please reach out to J.southerland@bgadgroup.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...2025-01-1028 min

Turned On#539: Man Power, GIDEÕN, Black Science Orchestra, Tim Goldsworthy, DJ SteawFollow me on Instagram My unreleased Disclosure remixes, another hot Or:la remix, garage rollers, jazz house... Next dates: Dec 13 @ KitKatClub, Berlin / Dec 31 - Universal Melodies @ Peckham Arches, London Turned On is supported by my Patreon followers. If you want to show your love for my podcast and what I do, you can subscribe to my Patreon for less than 50p per episode to support me and in return you can enjoy perks like guestlist benefits for my gigs, free downloads of my edits before anyone else, full tracklists for live recordings, exclusive...2024-12-091h 00

The Human SolutionFinding A Beautiful Community And Living An Adventurous Life | Unbound HumanWendy Gideon, an above-the-knee amputee and adaptive athlete, who has not only overcome physical challenges but also embraced an adventurous spirit that has taken her family across North America. Wendy shares her early experiences growing up with a disability, how adaptive sports ignited her passion for mobility, and the remarkable year-long van journey her family took through the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.Connect with Wendy:https://www.instagram.com/amputee.adventurer/Chapters:0:00 - Growing Up with a Disability2:20 - Introduction to Wendy Gideon 2024-11-081h 31

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastProcessing and Learning from Trial Loss with Ben GideonJoin Ben and Rahul for their in-depth discussion of Ben’s recent three-week jury trial in which Ben represented a little girl who developed cerebral palsy following the development of necrotizing enterocolitis in the NICU. Ben discusses how decision-making guided by big data led to him and his client to turning down an $11 million offer after closing arguments to take a verdict. He discusses what he learned following extensive discussions with jurors following the trial. Ben describes how this verdict influences his thinking about data, risk and approach to trial moving forward.About Ben Gideonhttp...2024-10-071h 05

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastVerdict Alert: Gideon Asen $2.4 Million Verdict in Med Mal CRPS Case with Taylor Asen and Trevor SavageJoin Ben for his discussion with attorneys Taylor Asen and Trevor Savage about their recent $2.4 million verdict in Bangor, Maine in a case involving a surgical mal positioning that caused an arm injury and CRPS. Taylor and Trevor explain how they worked closely with the client to get her to the right specialist who could diagnose her medical condition. They talk about the challenges of presenting a CRPS injury at trial. They discuss how they resisted the defense effort to stipulate to liability and were able to present compelling evidence of corporate indifference and system failure in the lack of...2024-05-0645 min

Turned On#506: Jordan Nocturne, Dennis Ferrer, Black Loops, Demi Riquísimo, GIDEÖNNext dates: April 27 - Lava Lava @ Easy Art Space, Budapest / May 10 - West Harlem, Kyoto / May 15 - ENTER, Tokyo / May 17 - WOMB, Tokyo Turned On is supported by my Patreon followers. If you want to show your love for my podcast and what I do, you can subscribe to my Patreon for less than 50p per episode to support me and in return you can enjoy perks like guestlist benefits for my gigs, free downloads of my edits before anyone else, exclusive previews of my tracks, feedback on your tracks if you're a producer. All the money...2024-04-151h 00

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer PodcastBig Picture Take Aways with Rahul and BenIn this episode, Rahul and Ben discuss major trends in trial practice and big picture take aways from the last 3 ½ years of the podcast. The conversation begins with a discussion of nuclear verdicts in the golden age of trial, moves on to case analysis and key issues, then to strategies or courtroom success, and ends with discussion of the impact of the MAGA juror. About Rahul https://www.panish.law/ravipudi.html Rahul Ravipudi is a partner at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP and has spent his legal career...2024-03-2556 min

Just VerdictsFocus Groups, Big Data, and How to Look for the System Failure in Your Med Mal Case with Ben GideonThe best trial lawyers are the ones who can spot the big picture and then figure out a strategy to use that to tip the case to their side.On this episode of Just Verdicts (formerly Trial & Medical Error), Brendan Lupetin interviews Ben Gideon, a med mal trial attorney from Maine who is a member of the Inner Circle of Advocates and co-host of Elawvate, a podcast for trial lawyers. Tune in as Ben shares an interesting way to frame an individual doctor case as a system failure, how to overcome confirmation bias in your c...2024-02-231h 00

Bill and Odell Are Finding Common GroundRabbi Ben-Gideon Visits IsraelOn this episode, Bill and Odell host their friend Rabbi Ben-Gideon, who recounts his recent visit to Israel. During his insightful discussion, the rabbi delves into his firsthand observations and learnings from the events surrounding the October 7th attack by Hamas, providing a detailed breakdown of his experiences and discoveries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-12-1538 min

Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer Podcast$6.19 Million in Rural Ohio, with Allen TittleJoin Ben and Rahul for their discussion with Ohio Trial Lawyer, Allen Tittle who recently obtained a $6.19 million verdict in a difficult medical malpractice case in rural Ohio. This was a case that Allen round tabled with Ben’s breakout medical malpractice group at the PSBR trial college in California last year. We discuss how Allen successfully used the hospital policies to establish the standard of care and system failures that resulted in the harm to his client. We also talk about how Allen’s unusual and challenging childhood created the foundation for his future success as a trial lawyer...2023-12-0437 min

Daily Christian Devotional with Reverend Ben CooperGideons Ministry - (#586- Elim)Send us a textReverend Ben Cooper talks with Andrew Hammond about giving out bibles through the Gideons Ministry.Years ago a young boy promised his dying mother that he would read the Bible every day for the rest of his life. He kept his word. One night when staying in a hotel in America he met another man reading his Bible, he discovered that he was a Christian and they soon began friends. In 1899, with another friend, they formed an association for Christian businessmen, whose purpose was to share their Christian faith and the g...2023-11-3049 min