Shows
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...What’s it like to wrongfully go to jail at 16, for nearly two decades?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Jeffrey Deskovic on the wrongful criminal prosecution that led to his incarceration at 16 years old, for nearly two decades, the causes of wrongful convictions, why someone would confess if he or she is innocent, police and prosecutorial misconduct, bad lawyering, how to fix the system, holding public servants accountable and Jeffrey's fight for justice after his prison release.
2024-05-0243 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...The importance of listening to women, and what is feminism?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Dana Rubin on Gloria Steinem, her project “75 Extraordinary Speeches by American Women,” Dana's lifetime passion, why Dana's project was so important, how Dana narrowed her list to 75, whether Dana is optimistic or pessimistic, feminism, public reactions to Dana's book, failure of schools in pushing female voices, free speech and Dana's future.
2024-04-1431 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Bruce Buffer on becoming voice of the UFC, relationship with Michael Buffer (from 2018)Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Bruce Buffer on his history in martial arts, announcing work for the UFC, half-brother Michael Buffer, the atmosphere at live UFC events, evolution of MMA over the years, his “It's time!” catchphrase, doing announcing for sports other than MMA, being a businessman, feeding off the crowd at UFC events, how busy he wants to be, poker, Bruce's book, future of the UFC, Floyd Mayweather, boxing and Dana White.
2024-04-1425 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...NYPD’s most corrupt cop talks life outside the law, 12-year jail stintDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Michael Dowd on his corrupt career as a cop in New York City, how his corruption started, atmosphere of crime in NYC in the 1980s, how Michael's criminal activity escalated, fear of getting caught, Michael's partner cooperating against him, being arrested, prosecuted and jailed as a cop, Michael's regrets, the impact of Michael's behavior on the police, the “few bad apples” theory, whether Michael would have done anything differently and the movie about Michael's story.
2024-03-3139 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Bas Rutten on his journey, becoming UFC champion and the state of MMA (from 2017)Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Bas Rutten on the impact of bullying on his MMA career, why Bas got into fighting, coming to the United States, fighting in Japan and Japanese fight fans, 2006 MMA comeback, advice to young fighters, why other promotions can't compete with the UFC, fighter unions, PEDs in MMA, transitioning to other careers after fighting, acting and Kimbo Slice.
2024-03-3130 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Kelly Pavlik on the boxing business, his career, big fights, Saudi Arabia and Jake PaulDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Kelly Pavlik on his life after boxing, becoming a businessman after being a boxer, putting on the biggest fights in boxing, the Middle Eastern involvement in boxing, Jake Paul, how Kelly got involved in boxing, Kelly's path to the world title, fighting Jermain Taylor, life as word champion, the Bernard Hopkins and Sergio Martinez fights, whether boxing is a dirty business and whether Kelly will ever be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
2024-03-2532 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Obama-appointed US Attorney talks political corruption cases, Trump’s criminal casesDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Barbara McQuade on her book, “Attack from Within,” and the dangers of misinformation, misinformation and the 2016 presidential election, 1st Amendment limitations to regulating misinformation in America, the dangers of AI, the importance of parenting as it relates to what children consume online, misinformation and polarization in society, running a prosecutor's office, prosecuting public corruption cases, prosecutorial discretion in America, whether Donald Trump is being politically prosecuted and the difference between practicing law and teaching law.
2024-02-2829 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Brooklyn rackets prosecutor tells crazy stories about corrupt judges, politicians and copsDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Michael Vecchione on his decades-long career prosecuting sex crimes, homicides and organized crime cases in Brooklyn, how New York City has changed over the past several decades, in terms of crime, “stop and frisk” and “broken windows,” Michael's years-long pursuit to prosecute corrupt judges, who were taking bribes in exchange for favorable rulings, investigating two NYPD cops who worked as hit men for the mob, the doctor who stole and sold body parts and Michael's new career as an author.
2024-02-101h 12NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Pro-bono defender and tax evader Tony Serra on life and the law (from 2018)Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with J. Tony Serra on why he went to law school, why he regrets serving as a prosecutor when he started his career, representing the most undireseable criminal defendants in America, overcoming the “presumption of guilt” in criminal cases, representing “anti-establishment” figures, Tony's passion for his work and improvements that law schools can make in educating lawyers.
2024-02-1029 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Boxing world champion, and rabbi, on inconsistency between religion and violence in the ringDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Yuri Foreman on Yuri's pursuit of boxing, growing up in Israel, fighting Miguel Cotto in Yankee Stadium, whether boxing is a “dirty” business, Yuri's advice to young fighters, becoming a rabbi, reconciling religion and violence in the ring, the importance of faith to human development, life lessons learned from boxing and Yuri's historical accomplishments.
2024-02-0931 min
Sportskeeda WrestlingLawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich on Vince McMahon allegations | UnSKripted
Noted NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich is the special guest on UnSKripted this week!
video: https://www.youtube.com/live/F3Ox5fEcugo?feature=shared
Check out his YouTube channel here - / @dshaklaw
He joins pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter and Sportskeeda Senior Analyst Dr. Chris Featherstone to discuss the Vince McMahon sex trafficking allegations.
Some of the topics they cover include:
Will Vince McMahon go to jail?
What happens if Vince McMahon is proven guilty?
The affect of Vince McMahon allegations on TKO
Could TKO pull out of WWE as a result of the allegations?
Could the case g...
2024-02-0342 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Cung Le goes from fighting in a cage to fighting for his faithDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Cung Le on his journey to becoming a champion, how he got into MMA, training with top MMA gym AKA, former teammate Cain Velasquez, fighting Frank Shamrock for the title in Strikeforce, coming to the UFC, facing Wanderlei Silva, Rich Franklin and Michael Bisping, coaching on “The Ultimate Fighter,” conflict with the UFC and his eventual departure, retirement, lawsuit against the UFC, starring in films with Jean Claude Van Damme and Dolph Lundgren and Cung's commitment to his faith.
2024-01-2741 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Famed trial lawyer F. Lee Bailey on his illustrious career (from 2018)Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with F. Lee Bailey on trying cases in the military, “The Fugitive,” Dr. Sam Sheppard, the case of the Boston Strangler, Albert DeSalvo, Captain Ernest Medina and the tragic My Lai massacre, the trial of Patty Hearst, serving on the “Dream Team” and representing OJ Simpson, what it's like to have taken part in historical cases and the sustainability of running a criminal defense practice in America.
2024-01-1942 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...OJ prosecutor Chris Darden on being a part of American historyDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Chris Darden on his campaign for judge in the State of California, why Chris became a prosecutor, what it takes to be a good trial lawyer, working in gangs and special investigations, how policing has changed over the past several decades, prosecutorial discretion, the most problematic issue in the criminal justice system today, the impact of the OJ Simpson murder trial, how the Simpson trial impacted Chris Darden's career and what it's like to be a part of American history.
2024-01-1933 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Flamboyant NYC lawyer who “can get ya outta anything” on high-profile clients, TrumpDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Eddie Hayes on his career as a prosecutor in the Bronx, how NYC has changed over the years, being raised by a father who was a “bad alcoholic,” transitioning from prosecutor to defense lawyer, why defense lawyers have bad reputations, defending mob cases, the Andy Warhol estate, the Mafia Cops trial, Tom Wolfe and The Bonfire of the Vanities, being a “hustler,” how important is hardship in achieving success, Eddie's childhood trauma, Goodfellas and Robert De Niro, the NYC “migrant crisis,” bail in New York, mental health, policing and Donald Trump.
2024-01-1927 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...How do we get non-violent drug offenders out of prison?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Brittany Barnett on getting non-violent drug offenders out of prison, the War on Drugs, prosecutorial discretion, misconduct and regulation, clemency, the law of conspiracy, the Buried Alive Project, facilitating the release of 17 people in 90 days, the First Step Act, non-partisanship of non-violent drug sentencing reforms, the Third Strike Campaign, Alice Marie Johnson and Kim Kardashian, decriminalization, the impact of social media on criminal justice reform, the public perception of drug crime in America, sustainable liberation, future projects and upcoming work.
2024-01-1929 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Nissim Black on Israel at war, race, Judaism, antisemitism, hip hop and KanyeDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Nissim Black on the attack on October 7, Nissim's immediate reaction, what Nissim has heard from Americans about October 7, antisemitism in America, antisemitism on college campuses, Nissim's background, upbringing and religious odyssey, how Nissim's religion has impacted his career in hip hop, Nissim's transition to Judaism and move to Israel, Kanye West and upcoming projects.
2024-01-0931 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Is Trump going to jail? His former lawyer speaks on his criminal casesDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Ty Cobb on his tenure in the White House, the Mueller investigation, whether Trump is being politically prosecuted, whether lawyers are under attack after Trump's indictment in Georgia, Rudy Giuliani's legal problems, how Trump's criminal cases will impact the election, whether Trump's indictments are helping him politically, Trump's removal from the Colorado and Maine ballots, 1st Amendment issues in connection with the January 6 allegations, Trump's gag orders, whether Trump's statements to the press will hurt him legally, Trump's right against self-incrimination, cameras in the courtroom and what will happen with Trump's criminal cases...
2024-01-0532 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Rosenbergs' son speaks on his parents’ espionage caseDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Robert Meeropol on his parents, convicted spies Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, how his opinion of his parents has changed over the years, flaws and miscarriages of justice in this parents' prosecution, interest in the case 70 years later, efforts to exonerate the Rosenbergs, Rosenberg prosecutor Roy Cohn and his representation of Donald Trump, and current efforts being undertaken in the Rosenberg case.
2023-12-2034 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Can the government just take your property away whenever it wants?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Scott Bullock on the Institute for Justice, eminent domain, under what circumstances can the government take away your property, New York's eminent domain laws, civil vs criminal forfeiture, government corruption, parents' rights in addressing their kids' educational needs, free speech in America and the most important Constitutional issues of the next several years and decades.
2023-12-1131 minNYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Former KGB spy in America on his nearly 30-year life in espionageDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Jack Barsky on his early life and recruitment into KGB espionage, cultural adjustment to life in America, the process of receiving assignments and reporting back to superiors, escaping the KGB, Soviet assassination and jailtime in America, modern day espionage in the age of the Internet, social media and AI and Jack's biggest regret about his life in espionage.
2023-11-2252 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Should lawyers represent “bad” people? Representing Trump and OJ SimpsonDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Alan Dershowitz on the role of the criminal lawyer, representing “bad” people, the OJ Simpson trial, freedom of speech, hate speech, cancel culture, Donald Trump's legal problems, the 4th Amendment, due process and the presumption of innocence.
2023-11-1926 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Does the NBA corruptly protect its stars?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Tim Donaghy on refereeing in the NBA, dealing with “combative” players, Malice at the Palace, 2007 NBA betting scandal, visit from the FBI, criminal prosecution and cooperation, how Tim says the NBA protects its stars and whether or not Tim bet on his own games.
2023-11-1928 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Is free speech under attack in the United States?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Floyd Abrams on the impact of COVID, the First Amendment, free speech, hate speech, cancel culture, regulating social media, Elon Musk, recent defamation cases, including those involving Donald Trump and Kanye West, the Pentagon Papers, Citizens United and campaign finance.
2023-11-1940 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...What impact does being a famous athlete have on your psyche?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Ken Shamrock on his background and upbringing, the child welfare system in America, the impact of fame and exposure on human beings, transitioning from an athlete to a businessman, self-awareness and motivational speaking, and life lessons
2023-11-1929 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...When will people stop going to jail for no reason? Putting an end to wrongful convictionsDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Martin Tankleff on his criminal case and wrongful conviction, bad lawyering, the roles of police, prosecutors and judges, DNA evidence, rehabilitation, mental health and the American prison system, the death penalty and moving forward in the face of adversity.
2023-11-1929 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Should colleges abide by the free speech principles in our Constitution?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Ilya Shapiro on his background, professional vs academic legal work, Constitutional scholarship, controversy at Georgetown, freedom of speech, cancel culture, the connection between the Supreme Court and politics, state action, court packing and term limits.
2023-11-1930 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...LAPD detective on how he investigated and solved the Tupac and Biggie murdersDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Greg Kading on the multi-law enforcement task force that investigated the deaths of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls, Greg's conclusions as to who was involved, whether anyone will ever be prosecuted, dealing with the media in high-profile cases and how policing has changed over the past few decades.
2023-11-1934 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Why it’s so dangerous to mix politics and the lawDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Claire Finkelstein on the dangers of politicization as it relates to the DOJ and US military, presidential immunity and whether Donald Trump was/is immune from prosecution, contrasting the democratic ideals of Dick Cheney and his daughter, Liz Cheney, and the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
2023-11-1935 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Why freedom of speech is the most important aspect of a free societyDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Greg Lukianoff on free speech, expression and individual rights, The Coddling of the American Mind and emotional fragility on college campuses, the impact of social media and cancel culture on the difficulties facing young Americans and the biggest threats to the First Amendment in the coming years
2023-11-1929 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...UFC founder discusses creating the UFC and why he knew it would take offDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Art Davie on the early stages of the UFC, widespread resistance to MMA in the early 90s, marketing a violent sport to the general public, difficulty of getting states and commissions to regulate the sport, fixing bad judging, fighter unionization, the future of MMA, UFC Hall of Fame induction and being roommates with Donald Trump at New York Military Academy.
2023-11-1928 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...From world class athlete to drug addict to prison inmate to award-winning journalistDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Keri Blakinger on her background and skating career, the impact of high-level sport on the human psyche, introduction into the criminal justice system, rehabilitation and the US prison system, mental health and racial inequities in prisons, career in journalism and Corrections in Ink.
2023-11-1927 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Are your kids protected online? Ensuring public safety in the digital ageDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with James JF Forest on warfare and public safety in the digital age, “digital mercenaries,” social media disinformation, legal efforts to curb the spread of disinformation, Constitutional limits on those efforts, duty of parents, obligations on schools of educate the youth, the impact of the 2016 US Presidential Election, how to recognize and combat fake news and looking ahead to the 2024 US Presidential Election.
2023-11-1931 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...What does it take to be happy?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Richard Bagozzi on why so many aren't happy, even as the world improves in terms of standards of living, the elements of happiness, efforts to quantify happiness, vital role of self-awareness, importance of developing and maintaining good relationships, struggles among academic and student bodies in finding happiness, physical fitness, diet and good health, and Professor Bagozzi's interest in studying happiness.
2023-11-1932 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Why it’s important to prosecute Nazi war criminals, even in the 21st centuryDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Lawrence Douglas on his research into the prosecution of Nazi war criminals, case of John Demjanjuk, possible prosecution of Vladimir Putin on the worldwide stage, assertions that Donald Trump is being politically prosecuted, January 6 and possible 1st Amendment implications, 2024 presidential election and the Supreme Court's disconnect from the desires of the American public.
2023-11-1930 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Should you want to practice law in the United States or the United Kingdom?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Paul Craig on the differences between legal teaching methodologies in the United Kingdom vs the United States, differences in the practice of law and the legal profession, competent lawyering, the English common law system and separation of powers, worldwide erosion of Constitutional rights and whether or not the UK's Constitution is working.
2023-11-1928 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Famed NYC prosecutor on what it’s like to run the Manhattan DA’s OfficeDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Cyrus Vance Jr. on running the Manhattan DA's Office, public service, prosecutorial discretion, resisting public pressure in making prosecutorial decisions, prosecutorial oversight, prosecuting “white collar crime,” being prosecutor vs politician, pre-trial discovery, bail reform and desired changes to the criminal justice system.
2023-11-1933 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Do we have any rights in our own bodies?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Keith Hylton on the tort litigation property rights we have in our own bodies, and those of others, the impact of the black market on those rights, anti-trust law and capitalism, anti-trust and intellectual property law in the digital age, punishment in our criminal justice system and rehabilitation.
2023-11-1932 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...The problem with “defunding the police”Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with David Weisburd on the impact of police misconduct on police departments, the “few bad apples” theory, stop and frisk, dealing with mental health, body cameras, community policing, police accountability, the impact of the media on policing, crime deterrence, “defunding the police” and issues involving policing in the coming years.
2023-11-1929 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Are civil liberties still protected as strongly in the United States?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Nadine Strossen on her background in civil liberties work, the current agenda of the ACLU and whether it still fights for 1st Amendment freedoms, hate speech and “good censorship,” cancel culture and why even private actors should not violate the spirit of the 1st Amendment, the duty of law schools to graduate 1st Amendment-conscious lawyers and whether or not the current US Supreme Court will work to erode 1st Amendment protections.
2023-11-1927 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Was SCOTUS right on affirmative action or do we still have more work to do?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Ilya Somin on the Supreme Court's recent affirmative action ruling, racial inequities and historical discrimination, the “legacy admissions” complaint against Harvard, student loan forgiveness, the impact of biased media and Tucker Carlson's departure from Fox News, the indictments against Donald Trump, whether the US is doing enough for Ukrainian refugees, whether Vladimir Putin will ever be held accountable for the invasion of Ukraine, “classic liberals” vs the “new right” and free speech in America.
2023-11-1927 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Why is the world still obsessed with the JFK assassination and OJ trial?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Lawrence Schiller on his background in journalism and photojournalism, battle with dyslexia, JFK assassination conspiracy theories, Lenny Bruce as the original victim of “cancel culture,” 1986 work with the Kremlin and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, OJ Simpson trial and JonBenét Ramsey case.
2023-11-1932 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Why is the “true crime” genre taking the world by storm?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Michael Finkel on why “true crime,” has drawn so much appeal over the past few years, his newest book, “The Art Thief” and Stéphane Breitwieser, how Breitwieser was a unique thief in that he did not steal for money, what led Breitwieser to crime, whether Breitwieser can be rehabilitated, whether art thievery is “glamorous,” whether Breitwieser was a genius, efforts to capture Breitwieser, where Breitwieser kept his stolen art, being portrayed by Jonah Hill in “True Story,” the man who lived alone in the woods for 27 years in “The Stranger in the Woods” and what's n...
2023-11-1929 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Will robots ever replace lawyers?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Eugene Volokh on cancel culture on college campuses, whether cancel culture is a generational phenomenon, immigrant sensitivity to free speech restriction, whether “false information” should be censored online, the “actual malice” requirement in certain defamation cases, social media companies and “hate speech” policies, whether we should protect “hate speech,” Connecticut's “racial ridicule” law, whether ChatGPT and AI are threats to the legal profession and when robots will replace lawyers.
2023-11-1932 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Does the government have too much power in the United States?Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Marc A. Levin on why America requires strong criminal justice policy, balancing government oversight with individual rights, prosecutorial discretion, the importance of good criminal defense lawyers, bail reform, whether American prisons actually rehabilitate inmates, the prison-industrial complex, solitary confinement and the future of the criminal justice system.
2023-11-1936 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Dealing with addiction in the legal professionDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Brian Cuban on history of addiction, struggles growing up, including those associated with being Mark Cuban's brother, how the legal profession should deal with addiction, why lawyers are so reluctant to seek help when dealing with addiction, best courses of treatment for addiction, whether law schools should pay closer attention to addiction, the connection between addiction and mental health, nature vs nurture and why Brian decided to go to law school.
2023-11-1934 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...OJ Simpson prosecutor on the trial of the centuryDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Gil Garcetti on his background, why he joined the DA's Office, difficulty of balancing the law and politics as prosecutor, dealing with the media and high-profile cases, reaction to the OJ Simpson verdict, when Gil knew that the OJ Simpson case was going to be as big as it was, why OJ Simpson was acquitted, the impact that the OJ Simpson case had on the American public, prosecutorial discretion, prosecutorial misconduct, changes that must be made to the criminal justice system and why Gil left the law after his departure from the DA's...
2023-11-1927 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Suicide prevention expert discusses dissuasion techniquesDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Kevin Briggs on his career in law enforcement, becoming “Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge,” suicide prevention work, most effective suicide prevention techniques, refining his skills as a negotiator, the importance of patience in suicide prevention, most impactful experiences, law enforcement's role in suicide prevention, leaving government service, societal stigmatization of mental health, impact of social media on mental health, the role of parents in mental health stability, Kevin's relationship with faith and religion, political polarization and mental health, self-reflection, therapeutic approaches to mental health struggles, the connection between physical and mental health, Kevi...
2023-11-1928 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Representing celebrities in criminal casesDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Benjamin Brafman on why less criminal cases are going to trial these days, the Dominique Strauss-Kahn sexual assault case, indictments and the grand jury process, the presumption of innocence, whether Harvey Weinstein should have been convicted, representation of P. Diddy on gun charges, defending Dinesh D'Souza, the difficulties of representing “Pharma Bro” Martin Shkreli, representing Michael Jackson in California and why good criminal defense lawyers are important.
2023-11-1933 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Why people fall for misinformation [renowned psychology professor explains]Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Dan Ariely on why human beings are so susceptible to misinformation, how the human brain processes misinformation, the impact of AI on the spread of misinformation, why simply trying to suppress misinformation is not the answer, empathy in combatting misinformation, the importance of friendship and the perils of loneliness, whether human beings are generally in control of their own decisions, why trust is important in a society and offering hope in combatting misinformation.
2023-11-1929 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...How to make a good documentary [filmmaker chronicles LeBron, Rikers Island, Cory Booker and the FBI]Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Marc Levin on making “Rikers: An American Jail,” whether prisons in the United States rehabilitate inmates, what message Marc was trying to convey by making “Slam,” making “Brick City,” with the help of Cory Booker in Newark, Marc's compulsion to document folks in marginalized communities, chronicling LeBron James and Kevin Garnett and going “Inside the FBI.”
2023-11-1931 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...How to beat anxiety [thriving in the face of anxiety]Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Morra Aarons-Mele on her book, “The Anxious Achiever,” what anxiety is and where it comes from, steps in dealing with anxiety, whether anxiety can be a good thing, stigma associated with mental health, perfectionism, anxiety in big business and corporate America, finding motivation, setting goals, going down the “worst case scenario” road and catastrophizing, anxiety and ambition, and the impact of COVID-19 on anxiety.
2023-11-1918 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Gov. George Pataki on how to deal with crime in NYC [are we back in the 1980s]Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with George Pataki on comparing the current state of crime in NYC to the crime wave of the 1980s, the causes of the current state of crime in NYC, changes in policing, bail reform, “three-strikes laws,” the impact of COVID-19 on crime, NYC's migrant surge, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, whether the current prosecutions of Donald Trump are bad for America, prosecutorial discretion and what he would do if he was still Governor of New York.
2023-11-1930 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...John Eastman’s lawyer on Georgia prosecution [what will happen]Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Harvey Silverglate on why he was drawn to the defense of civil liberties, the current state of the American media, “white collar” vs “blue collar” legal work, why everyone is entitled to a good defense, defending John Eastman, representing the Church of Scientology, free speech on college campuses, whether civil liberties are compromised in the United States, our polarized political climate, whether innocent people are targeted by the federal government, why “hate speech” must be protected and the most memorable case of Harvey's career.
2023-11-1928 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...OJ lawyer on winning AND losing the OJ case [diving into “The Dream Team”]Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Robert Blasier on his career as a criminal defense lawyer, involvement in “The Dream Team,” the evolution of DNA in criminal cases over the past several decades, why OJ Simpson was acquitted, representing OJ in the civil trial that followed his acquittal, how OJ was as a client, cameras in the courtroom, the presumption of innocence, representing the “Unabomber,” Ted Kaczynski, dealing with the media in high-profile cases, representing Phil Spector and the rise of the Kardashians.
2023-11-1931 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Decriminalizing drugs in America [should we do it]Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Douglas Husak on the war on drugs in America, drug decriminalization, the practical effects of the war on drugs, “the prison state,” drug rehabilitation in prisons, whether current drug policy is cost-effective, comparing the war on drugs to alcohol prohibition, the impact of the war on drugs on minority communities, the connection between the drug war and criminal conviction rates in America, drug policy and the dangers to kids, how other countries have dealt with drug problems, supply reduction vs demand reduction, the financial benefits of drug decriminalization, black markets, the decriminalization of mari...
2023-11-1930 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Founder of Steiner Sports on the business of sports and marketing [lessons learned]Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Brandon Steiner on his background, coming from poverty, when he knew was a businessman, the creation of Steiner Sports, dealing with anxiety and uncertainty in business, adjusting to the Internet, social media and AI in sports marketing, qualities that every businessperson should possess, the importance of accountability, the hardest part of running a business, hiring techniques and what advice he would give to young people looking to start a business.
2023-11-1932 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Lawyer for Waco’s David Koresh and Robert Durst talks defending high-profile casesDmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with Dick DeGuerin on his compulsion to practice in criminal law, how important it is for lawyers to represent “undesirable people,” whether trial work comes naturally or it can be taught, representing David Koresh during the Waco siege, representation of Robert Durst after his comments in the HBO miniseries, “The Jinx,” and why good criminal defense lawyers are important.
2023-11-1932 min
NYC lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich, In Conversation With...Death penalty defense lawyer on “how he lives with himself”Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Esq., in conversation with David R. Dow on how he began in death penalty litigation, why he used to support the death penalty, but no longer does, how he “lives with himself,” toughest challenges in litigating death penalty cases, the prevalence of wrongful convictions and how that impacts death penalty litigation, what David has learned about death through his work and the importance of humanizing criminal defendants.
2023-11-1931 min
Lawyers for ImmigrantsDmitriy Shakhnevich - Lawyers for Immigrants with Yifei HeAbout the Lawyers for Immigrants podcast: In each episode of Lawyers for Immigrants, attorney Yifei He talks with other professionals about the many different ways they can help immigrants to the USA.
In this episode, Yifei He speaks with Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Founder and Managing Member at The Law Firm of Dmitriy Shakhnevich with offices in New York City and New Jersey. Dmitriy Shakhnevich represents clients in criminal cases and matters in civil litigation. Dimitry is also host of The Fight Lawyer Podcast.
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2022-07-0821 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP w/ DSHAKLAW & Cung Le Ep. 1This debut episode of our special new segment hosted by The Fight Lawyer and MMA legend Cung Le features a discussion about UFC 229 and its aftermath, unions in MMA and the Ali Act, drug testing and due process as it relates to athletic commission punishments and the return of Jon Jones at the end of the year.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-10-2425 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 23 w/ Artie Pelullo (Boxing/Law)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features boxing promoter Artie Pelullo, as he discusses his background, the great fighters he’s promoted, such as Larry Holmes, Ricky Hatton and Ruslan Provodnikov, drug testing in boxing, faulty judging and the future of the sport.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-10-2226 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 28 w/ Tim SylviaThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Tim Sylvia, as we revisit our discussions with Tim about his departure from the UFC, experience with Affliction MMA, and fights with Fedor Emelianenko and boxing legend Ray Mercer.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-10-2204 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPECIALS Ep. 2 w/ Mario YamasakiThis episode of FLP SPECIALS features a segment from our special unaired interview with MMA referee and instructor Mario Yamasaki, as Mario discusses the criticism he’s encountered in his work and the functionality of the athletic commissions governing MMA.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-10-1603 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 22 w/ Tim Sylvia (MMA)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former UFC Heavyweight Champion Tim Sylvia, as he discusses his athletic background, fighting career, UFC title run and departure from the company, fights with Andrei Arlovski, Randy Couture and Fedor Emelianenko and the MMA landscape today.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-10-1629 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 27 w/ Frank ShamrockThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Frank Shamrock, as we revisit our discussions with Frank about his final UFC fight with Tito Ortiz, departure from the UFC and the events that followed thereafter, and current relationship with the UFC and Dana White.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-09-1604 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPECIALS Ep. 1 w/ DeMarcus CorleyThis debut episode of FLP SPECIALS features a segment from our special unaired interview with former WBO Light Welterweight Champion DeMarcus Corley, as DeMarcus discusses competing against, and the mystique surrounding, boxing legend Floyd Mayweather.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-09-1304 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 26 w/ Kathy DuvaThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Kathy Duva, as we revisit our discussions with Kathy about the globalization of boxing, future of the sport and the biggest fights ever put on by Main Events Boxing, including Tyson-Lewis, Gatti-Ward and Leonard-Hearns.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-09-0904 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 25 w/ Greg KadingThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Greg Kading, as we revisit our discussions with Greg about his investigation into the Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls murders, his investigatory process and the conflicts that led to the murders.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-09-0205 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 21 w/ Greg Kading (Law)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former LAPD detective and author of Murder Rap Greg Kading, as he discusses his investigations into the murders of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls, his book Murder Rap, and the television series, starring Josh Duhamel, that followed.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-08-2932 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 24 w/ J. Tony SerraThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with J. Tony Serra, as we revisit our discussions with Tony about his reasons for representing the anti-establishment and opposition, his own time in prison and thoughts on materialism in society.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-08-2605 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 20 w/ J. Tony Serra (Law)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features legendary radical criminal defense attorney J. Tony Serra, as he discusses his unconventional approach to the practice of law and justice system, most notable cases, strategies in the courtroom and contributions to his profession.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-08-2532 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 23 w/ F. Lee BaileyThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with F. Lee Bailey, as we revisit our discussions with Lee about the case of Dr. Sam Sheppard of Ohio, the qualities that make up a skilled trial lawyer and his experiences in trying cases across numerous American jurisdictions.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-08-1904 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 22 w/ Mike JacksonThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Mike Jackson, as we revisit our discussions with Mike about his fight with CM Punk, the criticism that followed and the character traits that form a successful mixed martial artist in and out of the cage.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-08-0905 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 19 w/ Mike Jackson (MMA)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features UFC welterweight Mike Jackson, as he discusses his background in combat sports, thoughts on amateur MMA, regulation of the sport, fight with CM Punk, the criticism that followed and his future in the UFC.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-08-0934 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 21 w/ Kelly PavlikThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Kelly Pavlik, as we revisit our discussions with Kelly about his world title shot against Jermain Taylor, becoming world champion, his path to the title, potential fight with Andre Ward and subsequent retirement.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-08-0905 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 20 w/ Jason ParilloThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Jason Parillo, as we revisit our discussions with Jason about his work with Tito Ortiz and the impact Tito has had on the sport, as well as the UFC championship title fight between Michael Bisping and Luke Rockhold.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-08-0905 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 19 w/ Bas RuttenThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Bas Rutten, as we revisit our discussions with Bas about his start in MMA, the impact of bullying on his childhood and career development and his introduction to MMA in Japan.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-07-1905 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 18 w/ Frank ShamrockThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Frank Shamrock, as we revisit our discussions with Frank about whether Bellator and other organizations can compete with the UFC, benefits of amateur MMA, unionizing fighters and the regulation of MMA as a sport.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-07-1904 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 17 w/ Art DavieThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Art Davie, as we revisit our discussions with Art about the start of the UFC, how he met Rorion Gracie, the hardships encountered in putting the UFC on the map and why he knew it would work.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-07-1905 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 18 w/ Frank Shamrock (MMA)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former UFC Champion and MMA legend, Frank Shamrock, as he discusses his rough upbringing, UFC title run and fight with Tito Ortiz, eventual return to the sport and the “Shamrock Way.”
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-07-1935 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 17 w/ Art Davie (MMA/Law)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features UFC founder and Hall of Famer, Art Davie, as he discusses his relationship with President Donald Trump, the genesis of the UFC, Hall of Fame induction and impact on the company that he created.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-07-1936 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 16 w/ Michael FinkelThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Michael Finkel, as we revisit our discussions with Michael about the most difficult moments of writing “True Story,” why he chose Christian Longo as the subject of his book and the pushback he received from the general public.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-06-2105 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 15 w/ Jon FitchThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Jon Fitch, as we revisit our discussions with Jon about the disputes between himself and UFC regarding his name and likeness, and his big fight with BJ Penn in Australia.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-06-2104 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 14 w/ Bruce BufferThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Bruce Buffer, as we revisit our discussions with Bruce about the genesis of his signature catchphrase, his announcing style, most memorable shows and the difference between boxing and MMA announcing.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-06-2105 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 16 w/ Michael Finkel (Law)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features award-winning journalist and author of “True Story,” Michael Finkel, as he discusses his work with the New York Times, the incredible tale of “True Story,” and the movie that followed, starring Jonah Hill and James Franco.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-06-2138 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 15 w/ Jon Fitch (MMA/Law)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former UFC title contender and current Bellator Welterweight Jon Fitch, as he discusses his wrestling background, fights with Georges St. Pierre and BJ Penn, surprising UFC departure and current legal efforts against his former employer.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-06-0629 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 14 w/ Bruce Buffer (MMA)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features UFC announcer and the Veteran Voice of the Octagon Bruce Buffer, as he discusses his transition from businessman to announcer, the evolution of the sport and the future of the UFC as it relates to his role and the brand in general.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-05-0526 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 13 w/ Joe DeGuardiaThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Joe DeGuardia, as we revisit our discussions with Joe about the parallels between the work of a trial lawyer and boxing promoter, and the importance of recognizing star power in the promotion of fighters.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-04-2404 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 12 w/ Kelly PavlikThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Kelly Pavlik, as we revisit our discussions with Kelly about the health-related risks in boxing, his decision to retire from the sport and his fights with Bernard Hopkins and Sergio Martinez.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-04-1606 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 11 w/ Michael LyubimovThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Michael Lyubimov, as we revisit our discussions with Michael about what makes Jackson Wink one of the most revered gyms in MMA and the confidentiality associated with running an MMA gym.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-04-1604 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 10 w/ Paul EdelsteinThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Paul Edelstein, as we revisit our discussions with Paul about his representation of Magomed Abdusalamov, the risks of head trauma in boxing and his pursuit of “Mago’s Law.”
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-04-1605 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 9 w/ Aleksandra LopesThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Aleksandra Lopes, as we revisit our discussions with Aleksandra about her venture into law school and the legal profession, while training to become a world champion boxer.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-04-0305 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 8 w/ Jason ParilloThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Jason Parillo, as we revisit our discussions with Jason about his start in MMA training and friendship with BJ Penn, and the natural mentality required to be a fighter.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-04-0305 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 7 w/ Dan SevernThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Dan Severn, as we revisit our discussions with Dan about the impact of sports on human/childhood development and the early stages of the UFC, and MMA in general.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-04-0305 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 6 w/ F. Lee BaileyThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with F. Lee Bailey, as we revisit our discussions with Lee about the “Dream Team,” that represented OJ Simpson and the impact that murder trial had on our perception of the American justice system.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-03-2604 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 5 w/ Yuri ForemanThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Yuri Foreman, as we revisit our discussions with Yuri about his religious commitments and the perceived conflicts between his faith and the violent sport in which he became a world champion.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-03-2603 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 4 w/ Kathy DuvaThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Kathy Duva, as we revisit our discussions with Kathy about attracting European talent for the American market, the development of Sergey Kovalev and the issues surrounding inadequate judging in boxing.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-03-2604 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP Ep. 13 w/ Kelly Pavlik (Boxing/Law)This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former WBC, WBO, Ring magazine and lineal Middleweight Champion Kelly Pavlik, as he discusses his title fights with Jermain Taylor, Bernard Hopkins and Sergio Martinez, the boxing landscape today and the drawbacks of celebrity life.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-03-2437 min
The Fight Lawyer PodcastFLP SPOTLIGHTS Ep. 3 w/ Cung LeThis episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Cung Le, as we revisit our discussions with Cung about the difference between Strikeforce and the UFC, his exit from the UFC and the Ali Act as it could be applied to MMA.
Music: Epic - Bensound.com
2018-03-1903 min