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The Mike Murphy Show Ft John GrimesAngela Bassett Isn’t A Legend |Ep 2In this episode, we tackle some fiery topics and ask the big questions! Is Angela Bassett more famous than comedian Lil Rel Howery? We break it down and debate their cultural impact.We also dive into the roles women should play in action shows—should they stick to tradition, or is it time to flip the script? Plus, we explore the wild world of men exchanging X-rated pics and videos with women, the double standards, and the hilarity that comes with it.This episode is packed with laughs, opinions, an...2025-01-051h 49
Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Christmas Light-RoastThis week we take a break from our normal conversations for the annual Christmas Light-Roast edition of the show. It seems like every year when I sit down to write these episodes I have the same thought: “What new is there possibly left to say about Christmas?”So instead of meditating on the day itself, for 2024 I decided to focus my thoughts towards the future -well, a very short distance into the future.The day after Christmas - at least in countries that...2024-12-2608 min
Universal Disclosure Podcast (UAP / UFO Disclosure and our Belief Systems, Spirituality)Stephen Bassett Debrief November 13, 2024 UAP / UFO Hearing, Washington DCSend us a textStephen Bassett provides his commentary and thoughts about the Nov. 13, 2024 UAP / UFO Hearing in Washington, D.C. In this conversation we welcome back Stephen Bassett, UFO Lobbyist in Washington D.C. to hear about this thoughts of the most recent UFO hearing to date. From there, we ask Stephen some additional questions and talk about some interesting things everyone should hear! ...Chapters:0:00 Intro7:55 Yes, I was in the room for the UAP Hearing9:59 Was Daniel Sheehan supposed to speak at the Hearing?15:07 Was the Hearing ge...2024-11-182h 21
Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Joe Bogdan On Relinquishing & Relearning Leadership, Why Better has No Finish-Line, and Using Small Transitions to Help Us Adapt to Larger ChangesWhile I know there isn’t any science to back it up, somewhere in my 30’s I remember hearing the “Fact” that if you could do something for 30 days straight then - BOOM - it’s a habit. A sort of accelerated version of ‘practice makes perfect’. In reality, it’s often the spaces, people, and organizations we find ourselves immersed in that slowly but inevitably shape how we interact with the world.But as my guest this week reminds listeners, when leaders experience major transitions...2024-08-2147 min
Expositors CollectiveSpeech Impediments, Humble Prayer and Preaching About Money with Will BassettPreaching about money can be hard, preaching with a speech impediment can be harder. In this conversation with Mike, Will Basset from Ridgeway Community Church speaks about how the power of God and trusting in His Word is the key to each of these situations. Will shares his first preaching experience, which was challenging due to his stammer, and how he overcame it with faith and support from his wife. They discuss the importance of embracing one's weaknesses, relying on God's strength, and the transformation that comes from this reliance. Will emphasizes the significance of starting sermon preparation early, in...2024-07-1650 min
Getting Past the PremiumHow to Look Past the Product and Focus on Advice with Mike Brown of Unbreakable WealthIn an insurance industry that is so set on selling products, how do you focus on selling your advice and expertise? Mike Brown, founder of Unbreakable Wealth, joins us to discuss the value of being an expert and selling that expertise. He takes a wealth coach's viewpoint to advice, understanding how to ask the right questions and unlocking a client's inner wisdom to finding solutions. From flying jets in the Navy, founding and selling a company, coaching other founders and more, Mike is able to draw upon his experience and create content that appeals to his audience....2024-05-1539 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Jevon WoodenIt's fairly obvious why judging someone based on their appearance is a bad idea. After all, the adage, "don't judge a book by its cover," is one that has stuck around since 1860 - no easy feat. As leaders, when we label a person, the first thing we're doing is taking away their agency in our perception of who they are as a person. But perhaps even worse, as my guest today reminds us, we deny ourselves the opportunity to explore experiences and gain insight into what it is that drives those we lead. 2023-08-0749 min
Brown & BlackOscars Exposed: Dissecting Angela Bassett's Loss and the Weaponization of WokeIn this episode, Jack Rico and Mike Sargent discuss why actress Angela Bassett's reaction to losing the Best Supporting Actress award to Jamie Lee Curtis at the 95th Oscars went viral, and what it means for Black women in Hollywood. They then debate the misuse of the term "wokeness" in society. Segment 1: Angela Bassett's Viral Oscar Reaction - Jack Rico and Mike Sargent analyze Angela Bassett's loss to Jamie Lee Curtis in the Best Supporting Actress category at the 95th Academy Awards, which sparked renewed conversations about racism and bias in the Oscars. - They a...2023-03-2027 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Help WantedIt feels like a strange thing to say when you host a podcast, but there's really no need to listen to this week's episode. Instead, I'm asking you to take a VERY QUICK SURVEY to help us chart the future of Legal Grounds.You'll also have the chance to enter to win one of the small prizes we'll be sending to a couple lucky listeners.Thank you in advance for taking 2 minutes out of your day to help us out. Be Easy Y'all,-Mike2023-01-2501 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Ellen GoodwinAs both an attorney and business owner, most of my days are split between being “serious work Mike” or “relaxed and fun not working Mike”. Now, this doesn’t mean my day is binary. And even though there are a lot less people in the actual office, those little hall-way moments and inside jokes still let the fun Mike peek in on the serious Mike from time to time. But what if we could have the mindset of play when we ar...2022-11-0250 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Eric FletcherOne of the best pieces of advice I ever got from my Old Man was to use my time as an undergraduate to earn degrees in Business Management. His logic was simple: the lawyer thing might not work out, but people will always need managers. What I didn’t expect was how well that degree would serve me once this whole “lawyer” thing did, in fact, work out. As any attorney will tell you, law school prepares you for a lot - and one of my favorite...2022-09-1451 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Valerie LaneWell ladies and gentlemen, it’s been a while but Legal Grounds is back! As anyone inside or outside the legal arena knows, trying a case can lead you to places that take up a significant amount of bandwidth – and that’s exactly where Team TBF (The Bassett Firm) has been. But while I’ve had more back-to-back 12 hour days in the past two months than I’ve had in most of my legal career, as I got ready for this week’s guest, I was reminded of the folks for whom...2022-07-2742 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Josh MilesIn the history of The Bassett Firm, we have only ever run one advertisement. It was in the bulletin of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church of Waxahachie, and I don’t even think it counts as a proper “ad”. It was a simple notice that - if someone was in a legal bind - our firm would be happy to listen to their issue and point them in the right direction, or, if it was in our wheel-house, do what we could to get their matter resolved. Our firm still take...2022-03-3048 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Lukas SimianerWhile I am far from being a luddite, I also wouldn't claim to be the most savvy guy when it comes to technology. I mean, you're talking to someone who was stoked to beat his son to the punch on buying a iPad Pencil cap holder.And while my time in the world of business has essentially forced me to keep up with at least the big changes in tech, I can't say I've spent a lot of energy thinking about how much time has gone in to adapting to new systems. Of course, the p...2022-03-1649 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Frank RamosThis week’s episode feels like a throwback to the early days of Legal Grounds when it was just two lawyers talking shop. Now don’t get me wrong, I love getting to talk with folks about pretty much anything and I’m always thrilled by how diverse my pool of guests continues to be. But something about getting into the nitty-gritty practice of trial law with someone who shares the same passion for the craft just hits different. My guest this week is Frank Ramos, a partne...2022-03-0251 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Joe BogdanGrowing up in the desert, you get used to wild swings in temperature. But if you've kept up with the Texas forecast recently, then you'll know what I mean when I say things don't even make sense anymore. Or as one solid meme I saw simply put it: Go Home Weather - You're Drunk.But if there's a silver-lining, it's that I'm reminded of the little things - I have a roof over my head, warm food on the table, and when it really comes down to it, I'm blessed to be as comfortable...2022-02-2355 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | M.C. SungailaConsidering the timing of Justice Breyer’s retirement announcement, coupled with the Biden Administrations promise to nominate a Black Woman to the Supreme Court, I couldn’t have asked for a better guest this month. Returning to the podcast is one of the top appellate attorneys in the country, who has contributed to cases that have reached from the Supreme Court to the International Human-Rights Courts, M.C. Sungaila. A strong advocate for women and under-represented groups at large, M.C .is a recipient of the Ellis I...2022-02-1644 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | James PerryThere have been a lot of things I've turned to over the past 2 years to help "take the edge off" of what seems like an increasingly chaotic world. Now, not all of them have been healthy - like working 14 hour days because you now live where you work - but some have been a godsend. And one of the biggest has been Comedy. Movies, T.V. Shows, Standup, hell, I even know how to watch TikTok videos now...as long as my sons send me the link. And while I'm always thankful for...2022-02-0945 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Eileen ScullyWhat do you do when you realize the deck is stacked against you? Oftentimes - and I’m guilty of this - it’s easier to cash in your chips and move on to the next thing. After all, if the ‘house’ always has the advantage, then what’s the point? Thankfully, life isn’t a casino. And those people who are willing to take risks, who are willing to shock the system, well, most times they at least walk away with a much better sense of the bigger picture than those fol...2022-02-0248 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Allen KleinI was tempted to release this week's episode as my New Year's podcast, but I think it’s still early enough in the year that the sentiment is still there. As we enter year three of an ever-changing pandemic, it might seem like there’s just nothing left to laugh about anymore. Much less, things that leave us in ‘awe’!That’s why I thought it might be a good idea to find someone who not only sees the world as an actively awe-inspiring place but has made a living spreading t...2022-01-2645 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Steven EnglishHot Sports Opinion: Radical honesty is the coin of the realm when it comes to growing any relationship - business or otherwise. I’ve learned that when you screw up - and trust me, I’ve done it plenty - the best thing to do is just come out and say it. Next, have a plan for how you want to fix it. And finally move forward with the experience gained. But now imagine not just doing this work internally, but sharing it with the world in damn-near real time. 2022-01-1952 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Lida CitroënWell listeners, we’re back with full length interviews this week and I’m pretty dang excited to start sharing these conversations we’ve built up over the winter break. This week’s episode felt like the perfect way to start off a new year and a new season because at its core, it's a conversation about fresh starts and redemption. Lida Citroën is an award winning personal branding and reputation management leader who more than a decade ago founded her own consulting agency, LIDA360, in t...2022-01-1252 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | New Year's EditionI'm excited for this upcoming season of Legal Grounds. The interviews we have on-deck are some of the best yet, and I feel beyond fortunate to watch us go into our third year of the show. This week, however, I wanted to share some of the tougher New Year's thoughts I've been wrestling with - because I think they're far from unique to me. So as this fresh year begins, here's a couple of the lessons I've learned and the things I want to take forward into 2022. It ain't much, but it's hone...2022-01-0507 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Holiday EditionHey y’all,This episode feels a little simpler than most, but it’s from the heart.I’m fortunate enough to remember the KCSC (a local country station) ‘Santa Tracker’.I’ve learned the hard way what it’s like to not be able to decorate for the holidays.Nothing about this holiday season feels normal - but maybe that’s a good thing,Even if it’s a rough four minutes, hopefully it expands your horizons.Merry...2021-12-2206 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Dennis ButtimerIt’s crazy to think that the holidays are right around the corner. It feels like it was only last week I was thankful to have made it through 2020 and ready to start a new year. Now I’m planning to spend the weekend wrestling Christmas decorations down from the attic.And I’m not saying that in my best “Grinch” voice! I’m saying it as someone who is genuinely a little freaked out by how fast time seems to keep moving. And in a way, I’m thankful the holidays ar...2021-12-0855 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Beth MontgomeryIt's important to color outside the lines every once in a while. And this week's conversation was a good reminder of that fact. But that doesn't always mean it's comfortable to do - especially if you're like me and thrive off of systems. Whether it's the messy side of life we see in ZOOM meetings, the blur between work and home, or the way we've had change how we build relationships, admitting a lot of things are just done DIFFERENTLY is usually the first step towards making something better. So I couldn't imagine...2021-12-0155 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Lauren ParsonsThere’s plenty of talk these days about the link between our physical health and our mental health, and it’s a conversation I’m very much here for. According to the CDC’s last survey, nearly half of American adults (49.1%) attempt some form of weight loss in a given year. And I’m not shy in saying that I have been a part of this statistic on and off throughout my adult life. But it wasn’t until very recently - probably the past 5 years or so - that I’ve truly beg...2021-11-1746 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Veterans Day EditionMaybe it's just me, but the phrase, "celebrating Veterans Day", has always struck me as a little odd. After all, there aren't too many 'celebrations' that include a 2 minute moment of silence observed in countries all around the world... There is a necessary solemnity about the day, and it's one I've been contemplating these past couple of weeks. In this Light Roast episode, I explore what it means to be a Veteran, and how I think the pandemic may have taught all of us ways to better empathize with the sacrifice of those who answered th...2021-11-1010 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Alex DavisEvery writer will tell you there is often nothing more intimidating than the blank page.One of the ways I’ve learned to eliminate this fear is by getting started with my favorite writing device: Bullet Points. Now I always knew this trick worked when it came to composing legal documents, but when it came to writing “The Man in the Ditch,” I wasn’t sure if something like bullet points, which feel so clinical, would jive with the creative process. Thankfully, my doubts were set aside the m...2021-11-0351 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Karen CatlinThere’s been plenty of stories recently about how toxic the tech environment has become - whether it’s about politics, gender, or self-image. Now, I’m not a huge ‘social media’ guy and I would be the first to admit I don’t understand the nuances of how this whole game is played. That being said, something needs to change and I’m thankful that people like my guest today for being at the tip of the spear. Karen Catlin was a VP at two of the largest software companies in Silicon Valley. First at Macromedia, a...2021-10-2656 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Jim DolanI’d like to think I have gained a better grasp of patience the longer I’ve been doing this whole lawyer thing, but some days I fail in this regard - just ask my wife. Now one of the things I’ve noticed that tells me, “Mike, maybe you need to get in a better headspace,” is when someone is telling me a story and I just want them to get to the point. In those moments, I try (and sometimes fail) to remind myself that everyone communicates differently. Some people have to follow their own na...2021-10-2050 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Dr. Hassaan TohidIn my line of work, you get to meet a lot of interesting people who are experts in their fields. And despite the old trope about doctors and lawyers not getting along, many of these brilliant folks are from the medical field. Now I never could have been a doctor. One, I don’t think I’m patient enough. Two, I’m not a huge fan of needles. So when you meet a doctor who has dedicated themselves to understanding and solving the issues of one o...2021-10-151h 04Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Kate StrongIf you’ve bothered to even scan the headlines in the past couple of years, you’ve had to have come across at least one or two stories about the toxic effects of social media. And it’s not just about how it polarizes us, though that’s bad enough, it's that there have been so many articles about how destabilizing it is on our individual realities. As recently as a couple of weeks ago, The Wall Street Journal published a highly unflattering piece about how Facebook, the parent company of Instagr...2021-10-0657 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Stephanie StuckeyIt’s been almost 20 years since my wife and I founded The Bassett Firm, and though it may sound a little corny, there isn’t a single day I walk into our offices, see that logo on the door, and don’t feel a tiny sense of, “Holy crap, this is real.”Now imagine that feeling, but instead of your last name printed on one side of a glass door, it’s looming over you in giant, literally billboard-sized letters. And if that wasn’t enough, imagine that a huge chunk of people...2021-09-2959 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Fr. Greg BoyleThere’s a lot that the pandemic continues to teach me, even as we move along in this slow journey towards something close to normal. But my guest today probably summed it up best when he says, “a lot of people are used to being watched, very few of them feel seen.”While the context is centered around those who suffer inside of gang communities, I think Fr. Greg Boyle - perhaps unwittingly - is diagnosing something we’ve all felt this past year-and-a-half as we stare at ourselves in the small corner of a ZOOM call...2021-09-2250 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Jennifer Lynn RobinsonI’ve had more than 50+ guests on Legal Grounds up to this point, and almost all of them can point to a moment when something in life “hit them like a ton of bricks,” or came crashing in like a “train off the tracks” and changed their path.My guest this week, however, is not speaking metaphorically when she says life hit her like a loaded pickup truck. Because it did. Literally. In 2008, Jennifer Lynn Robinson was a 10 year attorney who had everything going for her: solid marriage, first-time home owner, promising career. And t...2021-09-1558 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Isabelle MercierThere are plenty of people in the world who have an over-inflated sense of importance. Chances are, at least a couple of people popped into your head reading that sentence. But the mentality of, “often mistaken, but never in doubt,” can - to a point - be a useful way to approach the world. To test your assumptions with confidence, and, when proven wrong, adjust course. My guest this week is one of those people. Isabelle Mercier is the founder of LeapZone Strateg...2021-09-081h 01Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Claire AshmanYou know those days when you’re just in the suck? When the only thing that reminds you that it might be OK, is that there are others that have had it a lot worse than you, and they made it?Well, kind listeners, today’s episode might be exactly what you need if it’s been one of those days. Claire Ashman is an author and four-time TED Talk speaker, and she is also the survivor of not ONE but TWO...2021-09-011h 08Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Dr. Kaliym IslamThere may be no “I” in Team, but there’s a big ol’ fat “I” right in the middle of Agile, and Lord knows I’m constantly a work-in-progress when it comes to flexibility. And what’s always made me chuckle is that when I really look back at my career, heck, even my life, I can clearly recognize that old adage: “Change is the only constant.”It’s both the blessing and curse that comes with being a life-long learner. What I didn’t know - and trust me, there are...2021-08-2554 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Joshua van NaardenSometimes I feel like I could be accused of using “Legal Grounds” as a cover to talk about anything BUT the law… That’s why this episode was such a reminder of how I love hashing out the details of trial experiences with other attorneys who step into the batter’s box on both sides of the aisle. Far from comfortable and highly R-rated, this conversation was one that felt like a release I didn’t know I needed. Joshua Van Naarden has practiced law for over tw...2021-08-181h 14Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds| Amanda CrowellNot a lot of people will admit this, but I’m glad - if not reluctant - to share that I am a recovering perfectionist. Surprising as it may seem, the legal profession is built around technicalities and even the most minor slip-up can set you, or worse, a client, back. Whether that’s reputation, money, or a combination of both. So screwing up feels not just like professional failure, it’s personal. Thankfully, my guest today is an expert on breaking the conne...2021-08-1154 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Garen JemianTell me if this kind of moment sounds familiar:You’re at a bar and you’re meeting a new professional contact. You’ve learned a little bit about the person and you like what they do; you like their vibe. The conversation starts light. What do you think about _____? How have you seen ______ play out? Then at a certain moment, something clicks, and the conversation takes a turn towards something deeper. A true connection...2021-08-041h 54Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Dave BerkusDuring my High School and Undergraduate days, I had the opportunity to manage an American/German fusion restaurant... It was a Wienerschnitzel on Mesa Drive in El Paso. And while I learned to balance work, school, and play, one thing I don’t think I could have done was run my OWN business. My guest today not only had the drive to make that time-investment, he would go on to sell that business years later to the tune of millions of dollars. Dave B...2021-07-2756 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Patrick BoylanSo under the headline of “not surprising,” I feel comfortable admitting that I am NOT an artist by any stretch of the imagination. If you needed a portrait, you’d get a stick figure. If you needed a melody, you’d get me tapping on the steering wheel out of rhythm. And God forbid you needed me to sing…. That’s why this week’s interview was both incredibly exciting and COMPLETELY different from anything we’ve ever done on Legal Grounds.2021-07-2153 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Charlie BrennemanEveryone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.A lot of people know this Mike Tyson quote, but it’s not just a boxing rule. It’s a life rule. And trust me - it’s not a question of IF life will punch you, it’s WHEN. My guest today can speak to both the physical and metaphorical aspects of this wisdom. Charlie Brenneman was a Junior High Spanish teacher before he decided to step out on a whim and auditio...2021-07-1450 min
The Actor CEO Podcast: Acting Business | Interviews | MotivationTia Shearer Bassett on Leaving Equity after 15 Years and Building a Creative Life After CancerTia Shearer Bassett is an actor/creator and a recent cancer survivor with national tours with The Kennedy Center and the nonverbal theatre for babies and toddlers under her belt. She Actors’ Equity after 15 years to create, earn and get health insurance without restrictions.
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Don't F...2021-07-041h 13Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | John Gronski (Pt. 2)If it’s not obvious to listeners yet, I believe there’s a huge difference between LEADING people, and simply telling them what to do.But what’s perhaps more difficult to communicate is the need for leaders to CREATE other leaders. And when you find yourself in a position at the top, it can be easy to make excuses for why you’re too busy to mentor those coming up behind you. Trust me. Still, there’s a different sort of hesitancy that can present itself when it comes to taking on the...2021-06-3051 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Father's Day EditionWhile it’s a bit belated, I wanted to share with you some thoughts I’ve had while reflecting on this Father’s Day. I’m certainly not tooting my own horn, but I’ve tried to balance the earnestness and honesty with humor and touch of sentimentality. In this episode I explore the very different, but very powerful relationship I had with my adopted father, Herbie – aka, The Old Man. In this day and age, there are PLENTY of resources for dads of all types, but back when I was growing up (and I won’t say...2021-06-2507 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Sunny McGawI’ve made my fair selection of “questionable” decisions over the course of my life.Opening my own law firm.Having two kids 18 months apart. Agreeing to a foot race with a fellow attorney at a company picknick.This list could go on and on . . . But after almost 4 decades, I’ve come to realize that it’s the simple things that make the most complex impacts. Enter: my latest guest – Sunny McGaw. Sunny is a lecturer at York University, the co-founder of Ivan Joseph Leadership, and one of the most incr...2021-06-1659 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Dara LovitzI don’t take photos of my food…often. Still, I’d like to consider myself a foodie, at least in the most basic sense. And over the course of this pandemic, I’ve even picked up cooking AND every meal I’ve made has been survivable! My wife and I have become more conscious of food choices over what I’ll say is the past decade. But even then, I’m still learning about the effects of my diet – not only on my own health, but the health of our society and our planet. My guest today...2021-06-0955 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Memorial Day EditionA fair warning, this episode is a little on the heavy side of the spectrum. This past Monday was Memorial Day, one of the several Holidays this country sets aside for those American’s who answered the call to serve. As a former service member and child who was raised in a military family, the Holiday has always felt more solemn than celebratory. The Monday’s off are a nice reprieve, but the tone is different than other patriotic celebrations, say, Fourth of July. Setting aside a day to honor those who gave the las...2021-06-0309 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Best Of: Strong WomenA lot of times, I think there is a disposition to see the law as “concrete”. That there’s an expectation of “set” rules. But of course, every lawyer knows that the law is constantly evolving – both in terms of precedent and profession. For this week’s episode, I want to focus on a change I’ve been fortunate enough to witness during my time practicing law: the rise of strong female attorneys. The women I’ve had the honor of interviewing for this podcast are some of the most brilliant and groundbreaking attorneys in their respective fie...2021-05-2631 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Best Of: Non-LawyersThis time last year, Legal Grounds was still just a thought sitting on one of the many back-burners in my head. In fact, at that point we still didn’t even have a name for the show. But there were two things I knew for certain:1. I wanted the show to feel like having a conversation over a cup of coffee.&2. I wanted to talk to people from every walk of life & every profession imaginable. A year later, and I’m happy to say we’ve managed to pull it off & this week’s ep...2021-05-1228 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Mother's Day EditionThere are very few Holidays that are universally celebrated across countries & continents. Mother’s Day is one of them – as it should be. As this Sunday approaches, I wanted to share with listeners what I’ll call an ‘autobiographical exploration’ of just what it means to be a mom; or at least, what I’ve been fortunate enough to witness time & again. Don’t worry, it’s a light-hearted episode & I promise you there is no parenting advice!Enjoy the show & call your mom. Happy Mother’s Day2021-05-0710 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Tana DaughtreySometimes it takes an “well duh…” statement to snap yourself back into reality. To give you an idea of what I’m talking about, just picture how in the movies they’ll often ask the protagonist things like, “what year is it?” or “who is the President?” to reorient them.As viewers these answers are typically ones we view as obvious & somewhat comical in their simplicity. But at the same time, this level of basic agreement is anything but funny when it’s happening in the real world. I bring this up because my guest today broke t...2021-04-2846 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Robert E. HallSo, here’s a loaded question: how did your relationships change over the past year? Did you lose some? Did others grow stronger? Did you maybe even manage to form new relationships among the chaos? There’s obviously no “right” answer to this question, but it’s one that – for better or for worse – we’ve all had a little more time to reflect on than we used to. And I’ll be the first to say that it has been far from easy, but one of the things I appreciate most about...2021-04-2154 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Jim ReederSometimes it’s not always easy for me to remember, but at the end of the day, what I do (what MOST professionals do) is form and nurture relationships. And as someone who is a sucker for the breakfast meeting or a coffee date, this past year has been one big learning curve. And a lot of the times, the curve pointed in directions I hadn’t planned on going… But the thing that made it easier in the long run was the simple fact that ALL of us we’re learning together. If a judge...2021-04-141h 01Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Shari BelitzBack when families had to have set T.V. nights for shows, one of my family’s guilty pleasures was always “Law & Order.”I know some lawyers aren’t fans, but since I’ve always been a civil litigator, I think I was easier for me to suspend my disbelief.I don’t watch much T.V. anymore, but I know there is a show called “Bull” that puts an entertaining spin on the world of trial consulting. And just like “Law & Order,” I’ve heard it’s a fun show if you’ve never actually seen how the saus...2021-04-0754 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Dan AllenderWhen it comes to “the law,” one thing I’ve always found appealing is that while FEELINGS are important, it’s FACTS that win the day. But what happens when feelings impact our ability to cohere around the same set of facts? As a mediator I’ve seen this situation play out in miniature plenty of times, but over the past decade I’ve seen this discrepancy become more and more commonplace in our society. Thankfully, my guest this week is an expert in the art of intrapersonal conflict. Dan Allender is a visionary w...2021-03-311h 01Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Christy ComstockI’m not usually one to make bold promises, but if nothing else, this week’s episode will make you laugh. So, if you stick around for nothing else, please do not leave until you’ve heard possibly the best story of a Zoom mishap I’ve heard during this entire pandemic. Now that that’s out of the way, this week I was fortunate enough to sit down with a fellow trucking attorney, Christy Comstock. Christy began practicing law in 1991 and has gone on to become one of the most formidable trucking defense lawye...2021-03-2451 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Daniel HarrisLet’s be clear: I love my job.And as someone who’s founded their own business, I’d like to think I can say this with a sort of earnestness that other may not fully possess. But every once in a while, I wonder what would have happened if I hadn’t gotten into law school.See, the alternate course of action at the time was Ranger School for the United States Army. I was by no means guaranteed a spot, but it was a viable option & one I’m always a little curi...2021-03-101h 08Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Brad StewartI’ve often said on this podcast that some of the truest tests of leadership happen during a crisis. But even if you’re someone who thrives in high-stakes situations, there is inevitably what I’ll call, “the drop.” You can only run at full steam for so long … Trust me. So, what would you do if your job was to manage a crisis that was never-ending? That kind of leadership is unique and it’s something my guest, Brad Stewart, has in spades. Brad is the Chief Operating Officer of the North Texas Foo...2021-03-0359 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Allison StewartI think it’s fair to say that positivity is a little harder to come by nowadays. And if the entire legal field had shifted only 4 years into my legal career, I could confidently say I would have been completely overwhelmed. That’s why my guest this week, Allison Stewart, is something of a rockstar in my book.Now a 5-Year Associate at the world-renowned law firm, Greenberg Traurig, Allison focuses her practice on financial services, technology & healthcare. But her body of expertise is growing by the day. But even before she beg...2021-02-2452 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Jake WoodOne of the things I’m looking forward to in the near future is when all the folks at our office will be able to have another Volunteer Day. Before Covid, twice a year we would find an organization that we could spend a day helping. From loading up backpacks for back-to-school drives, to organizing clothes & cleaning the shelves of a second-hand store for the less-fortunate, it is a tradition I dearly miss.Why?Because not only are we helping others, but because I see how much it brings us together as a tea...2021-02-1749 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Valentine's Day EditionLove is in the air for this week’s Light Roast episode of Legal Grounds. And since I can’t take my wife out for a nice dinner yet, I figured taking listeners on a virtual coffee-date just might be the next best thing. For this Valentine’s Day Edition, I take a look at one of the qualities I think makes for the best relationships, romantic or otherwise: Vulnerability. This past year has taught me about being vulnerable in new ways I didn’t know possible, so while I’m far short of a full nec...2021-02-1008 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Winter WheelerThe past year has been a hell of a ride – and that’s underselling it. And while we’ve all struggled in our own ways, one of the things I know to be grateful for is that The Bassett Firm was “established.” I’m not saying I wasn’t terrified, but at least I wasn’t worried about starting totally from scratch. That’s why I have such mad respect for my guest this week, Winter Wheeler. A practicing attorney for 15 years, she stepped away from her firm after deciding it was time to build her own media...2021-02-0353 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Dr. Richard MouwWhen I got ready for this week’s discussion, one thing kept poking at my mind: The Establishment Clause. I’m sure many of you remember it from your civics lessons."Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof."And yet, my guest this week has made it his life’s work to understand the relationship between the powers that be & the powers above. Dr. Richard Mouw is a political philosopher & theologian who has published over 20 books & whose work I have been fortunate enough t...2021-01-271h 00Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Tiffany Derry & Tom FoleyIt’s not often that I find myself using the phrase, “dynamic duo,” but I sincerely can’t think of a more apt term for my guests this week. Tiffany Derry & Tom Foley are the minds behind Roots Chicken Shak where they have created some of the best fried chicken that has blessed my kitchen table. You’ll have to pardon the pun, but these two business partners bring very different ingredients to the mix.Chef Tiffany Derry got her start in the kitchen at the age of 15. She has since gone on to cook at s...2021-01-201h 04Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | John BridgelandMore often than not, it seems that the people I meet who truly love what they do will say something along the lines of, “I didn’t choose this career, the career chose me.”My guest this week fits that bill. John Bridgeland is the CEO & Founder of CIVIC, a bipartisan ideas company specializing in innovative initiatives at the cutting edge of domestic, economic, and international policy.And while his service & leadership are a sight to behold, his journey to this place was far from linear. After attending law school & practicing at firms...2021-01-1356 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Judge Tonya ParkerBehind the bench of my guest this week hang the words, “We Who Labor Here Seek Only The Truth.”They are so prominent that you would have to actively try to not see them. Judge Tonya Parker of the Dallas County 116th Civil District Court was the first black woman elected to a Civil District Court in the history of the county. Respected by attorneys & the clients they represent, Judge Parker has enjoyed some of the highest favorable ratings of any sitting Judge I have known since she was elected in 2010. And hav...2021-01-0650 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | New Year's EditionWell folks, we made it… 2021 will be here before many of you even get a chance to listen to this episode, & if I’m being honest, not a lot may have changed in terms of the “big-picture”.Still, this year has taught me a lot – even if many of the lessons were unwanted. So, as we move forward, I want to share with you some thoughts on the defining feature I’ve witnessed in 2020: Grit.This New Year’s Edition of our Light-Roast series is somber, but hopeful. Just like I think many...2020-12-3012 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Holiday EditionBack when we all used to record our favorite Holiday Specials on VHS tapes, my wife – in her infinite wisdom & patience – made sure we had all of the classics ready to go as soon as the Christmas decorations had been unpacked. But there was one tape that still makes me laugh when I think about it. If I remember right, it opened with the old animated “Frosty”, and then maybe it was “Rudolph”, but at some point the classic, “A Christmas Story” would begin. And every year, like clockwork, we would get to the scene where Ral...2020-12-2311 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | M.C. Sungaila“When you have enough for yourself and something more to give – you give it.”People of many faith traditions are probably familiar with some version of this concept, but rarely have I heard it put so simply. Then I met M.C. Sungaila. M.C. is an Appellate Attorney who is the leader of Buchalter’s appellate practice group. She has worked on cases dealing with issues ranging from constitutional law, to immigration, and even Holocaust Art Recovery. For most lawyers, these accomplishments would be enough when they ‘hang up their spurs’ at the end of the...2020-12-1652 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Olga V. MackGrowing up in El Paso, I was fortunate enough not just to learn Spanish, but to be able to practice a second language in real life situations. But my education, my friendships, and my opportunities never relied on me mastering another language…or culture…or legal system. My guest this week, Olga V. Mack, can confidently claim to have done all three of these things. The daughter of political refugees, Olga moved to the United States from the U.S.S.R. at the age of 13. Her journey from aspiring artist, to probable enginee...2020-12-091h 00Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Brittany K. Barnett“No matter what kind of law you practice, all of us should remember we’re civil-rights attorneys.”Some may think this idea is a brush too broad to paint with, but as someone who has served clients on either side of the “vs.,” I couldn’t be in more agreement with this humanistic approach to the practice of law. I’d love to take credit, but this insight is that of my guest this week, Brittany K. Barnett. With a Masters in Finance, she began her professional life as an Associate Auditor for Pricewaterhouse...2020-12-0242 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Light-Roast: Thanksgiving EditionOur Thanksgiving episode also happens to be the first in what will become our Light-Roast Series. Instead of a conversation with a guest, I occasionally want to have a conversation with you, the listener. These episodes won’t be replacing our original format, but every once in a while, you might find one of these 10-minute thought-experiments in your feed. And because so many of us will be enjoying plenty of heavy food over the next couple of days, we thought it might be best not to heap heavy conversation on top of it. 2020-11-2513 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Al EllisIt’s not often you get to sit down with a legend, but despite his humility, Al Ellis has earned this title. I first met Al over 30 years ago as a young trial attorney & have been fortunate enough to have his friendship & example to lean towards in the harder moments of my career.A trial attorney with close to 200 cases beneath his belt, Al serves as Community Outreach Facilitator of the UNT Dallas School of Law. A testament to his desire to serve the legal community in ways that don’t often cross our minds. A...2020-11-1847 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Mary Brennan StichWhen I first began my legal career, there was an entire over-night department of typists who took our notes & dictation & transcribed them on ‘word processors’ for us to review before finalizing them. Fast-forward 34 years & our Firm now no longer uses legal-pads or builds trial binders because everything is done on iPads & shared through the cloud.That kind of technological advancement is due in large part to companies like Rackspace Technology – and it just so happens that their V.P Deputy General Counsel, Mary Brennan Stich, was a fellow St. Mary’s Alum. Self-described “Cloud-Agnosti...2020-11-1146 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Election EpisodeWhen I started this Podcast, I was nostalgic for the days of diner coffee & deep conversation with friends in one of the booths at Lucky’s Café here in Dallas. And it’s that spirit of community, honesty, & curiosity has been the driving force for Legal Grounds. Now, all of that being said, we felt like it would be tone-deaf to ignore the election climate as it currently is. After all, if it weren’t for a pandemic, I’d have been recording these interviews in person. It’s my sincerest hope that our Election E...2020-11-0454 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Tim DollarSeinfeld has a great bit & an even better episode about making friends in your thirties. The joke hinges on the fact that you don’t. Or as Seinfeld puts it: “Sorry, we’re not interviewing anyone for a new position at this time.” And while there is a truth to it – obviously, or the joke wouldn’t work – I’ve been lucky enough to continue to make true friends throughout my legal career. Tim Dollar is one of those friends. One of the most seasoned trial attorneys I’ve had the pleasure of working with (and hav...2020-10-2850 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | John EsparzaJohn Esparza’s family has been in the transportation industry since calculating horsepower simply meant counting the number of horses in front of your cart. A sixth-generation Texan, John went into public service before returning to his roots in trucking as President & CEO of the Texas Trucking Association (TXTA). As the owner of a firm who specializes in trucking litigation, it brings me comfort to know John is at the helm advocating for so many of my clients. We discuss the recent spotlight that has been shone on the trucking industry during the pandemic...2020-10-2144 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Judge Bert RichardsonJudge Bert Richardson hated law school. I know because we hated it together.His life of public service began before we even graduated, interning at the DA’s office our last year at St. Mary’s.Since then he has gone on to serve as an Assistant District Attorney & Assistant U.S. Attorney. He was then appointed be a Judge on the 379th District Court before being elected to the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals in 2014Bert & I discuss what being raised in a life of service looks like, along with a sma...2020-10-1452 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Bishop Mark SeitzIf his name sounds familiar, you most likely know Bishop Mark Seitz from the headlines about the El Paso Bishop who personal escorted asylum seekers across the border or knelt in solidarity with BlackLivesMatter activists.So that he also happened to lead the small congregation of St. Joseph’s Parish in Waxahachie, TX where my wife & I raised our family is either divine providence or sheer luck. Probably a healthy does of both. If there’s one thing I can promise you, it’s that you won’t leave this conversation ‘resolved’.And that’s a...2020-10-0750 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Barbara EliasSome of the best legal minds I have ever worked with don’t have a J.D. Paralegals are the unsung heroes of the legal profession & too often, they are thought of by the general-public as serving a purely secretarial role. That’s why I was thrilled to be able to sit down with Barbara Elias of Beyond Paralegals to discuss the pivotal role played by paralegals behind the scenes.Barbara & I discuss her early life in the legal community, the importance of lifting up those around us, & why a ‘team’ mentality is vital to s...2020-09-3048 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Prof. Vincent JohnsonAfter 4 years in the ROTC, I thought I’d pretty much run the gambit on being dressed down in front of my colleagues. Then I had the honor of studying Tort Law under Professor Vincent R. Johnson at St. Mary’s…The discussion – or rather, first-year law-vomit – Prof. Johnson entertained led me down the path to practicing the kind of civil litigation I do today. Our conversation begins with a reflection on the life of the Justice Ginsberg. As a Supreme Court Fellow (1988-89) serving Chief Justice William Rehnquist, Johnson has been fortunat...2020-09-2352 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Ed PerdueMy guest this week brought to mind one of my favorite lines Shakespeare:“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players; they have their exits and their entrances; and one man in his time plays many parts.”For Ed Perdue, those parts heave included Marine Corps Officer, Attorney, Father, Husband, Business Owner, and most recently, Author. His latest work, “The Little Green Book—A Leadership Manual for Professionals”, takes the skills learned during his military service & translates them to the applicable lessons for the civilian workplace. Named one of...2020-09-1653 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Cal WaltersThe most exciting thing I remember about 8th Grade are the nights my mom & dad left me at home long enough for me to eat 3 ‘Hungry Man’ T.V. Dinners… But for Maj. Cal Walters, that transition to high school served as a springboard to a life of impact. From missing the first semester of his freshman year, to becoming captain of the football team & class president, his journey to West Point & beyond is one that needs emulating. As the Chief of Military Justice for the 82nd Airborne, he oversees an office of several do...2020-09-0955 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | John GronskiAnyone who had listened to the show knows I’m a fan of colloquial – sometimes cliché – phrasing. That being said, when I tell you that my latest guest has been to hell & back, I’m not sure if that string of words even does his experience full justice. John Gronski, MG (Ret.) is the CEO of Leader Grove.But before founding his own leadership-consulting business, John had a different title. 37th Commanding General of the 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, where from 2005-06 he was stationed in Ramadi, Iraq – known at the t...2020-09-021h 01Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Greg WashingtonSometimes you meet someone new & the conversation fires on all cylinders; it’s a rare experience, but I can honestly say that’s what it was like to talk to Greg Washington. Greg is the founder of the Iron Sharpens Iron Project & host of the podcast, Guards Down, both of which center around helping veterans unpack & heal from PTSD & Complex Grief.A high-school football prodigy, Greg was recruited to West Point & went on to serve in Iraq & Afghanistan. After leaving the service, he lead what – from the outside – a productive, stable life. He got hi...2020-08-2655 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Joe FriedIn 2018, I was attending the annual DRI (Defense Research Institute) conference when I first heard Joe Fried speak... Joe was an unusual speaker for the conference. In a room full of Defense Lawyers, here was one of the Nation’s top Plaintiffs’ Attorneys essentially pulling back the curtain… But the longer I listened, the more I realized that Joe wasn’t there to lecture, nor was he there to be an assistant for voyeurism. In fact, there was no ‘curtain’ at all.Instead, Joe was sincerely trying to show other practicing lawye...2020-08-1951 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Greg McKeownFew books have reshaped my thinking over the past 6 years as much as Greg McKeown’s New York Times Bestseller, “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less”.In fact, it had such an impact that last year The Bassett Firm brought Greg in to be the keynote-speaker at our Annual Firm Retreat.With a world that tells us to always be ON, the concept of saying NO, or even the act of turning down an opportunity are viewed as either selfish or self-defeating. Greg’s book taught me the importance of saying NO. Why it’s...2020-08-1258 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Fr. Joe TetlowThis week’s episode could best be considered as a pour-over brew, but I think it’s worth the time. I got to sit down with one of my long-time mentors, Fr. Joe Tetlow. For over 73 years, Fr. Joe Tetlow has been a member of the Jesuit Order.Born in 1930, Fr. Tetlow has been called to every corner of the globe & held positions at Loyola University, UC Berkeley, Harvard, & The Vatican, all while authoring more than a dozen books on religion & philosophy. The lessons in this episode transcend religious or cultural boundar...2020-08-0546 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Bill KanaskyEver ask someone what they do for a living & their initial answer is, “That’s a little complicated...” ???In this latest episode, Mike talks with nationally known Clinical Neuropsychologist & Jury Consultant, Dr. Bill Kanasky of Courtroom Sciences, Inc.The real (legal) treat here is Mike & Bill’s extended examination of the ‘Reptile Theory’ & its true implications & unintended consequences.You may want to grab a second cup...SHOW NOTES:You can find Bill on LinkedInFeel free to email Bill at bkanasky@courtroomsciences.comFor more information on Courtroom Sciences, visit their...2020-07-2939 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Amy StewartFor this week’s episode, Mike sits down with one of DFW’s most forward-thinking leaders in Commercial & Personal Injury Defense Litigation, Amy Stewart, founding partner of the Stewart Law Group.Listen in as a professional career that began with coaching NCAA basketball morphs into a passion for leadership that builds-up clients & community without sacrificing integrity.Mike & Amy go on to take an unadulterated look at how racism impacts the legal profession from the INSIDE. As a biracial woman, Amy brings a perspective that is unique in its approach, but unapologetic in its goals.No...2020-07-2247 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Robert FuentesMike interviews fellow Civil Trial Defense Lawyer & occasional musician, Robert Fuentes. Learn how a legal career that began with a passion for Criminal Defense morphed into a multi-office law firm that specializes in transportation defense across The Lone Star State.Graduating from the University of Texas with a degree in Philosophy, it’s evident that Robert has been shaped by doing what many refer to as “deep work” Mike & Robert touch on topics ranging from childhood adversity to the silver-linings of lockdown. Ask you waiter for a top-off & enjoy.________________________________...2020-07-1434 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Amy Witherite:Mike sits down with one Dallas's best-known plaintiff's attorney, Amy Witherite, to catch up on the big & small happenings in our world. What begins as a conversation about the newest sports craze taking the nation - Pickleball - transforms into a passionate dialogue on the importance of helping others. Even when they literally fall out of the witness chair... Lighthearted & a little crass, we think you'll enjoy this latest conversation.Learn about Pickleball.For more info on Amy, visit the Witherite Law Group website.________________________[ Legal G...2020-07-0838 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Jim StantonIn our inaugural episode, Mike interviews long-time friend & veteran civil defense attorney, Jim Stanton. Mike met Jim over 30 years ago & considers him one of his closest confidants, mentors & friends. Jim practiced law for over 34 years & has since retired to California where his focus has shifted to full-time community outreach.From Jack Ruby to musings on the origins of loyalty, this conversation has something for everyone. So, grab a cup of coffee & enjoy the earnest, sometimes bumpy road that leads to crucial conversations.________________________[ Legal Grounds is written, recorded & produced by Dust Devil...2020-07-0129 minLegal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Announcement & TeaserAnnouncing Legal Grounds, a new podcast from The Bassett Firm.Hosted by Founding Partner, Mike H. Bassett, Legal Grounds is an on-going series of conversations on Life, Leadership & Law. To get a deeper sense of where we’re going & a preview of the first conversation, give us a listenFIrst Episode premieres July 1st.________________________[ Legal Grounds is written, recorded & produced by Dust Devil Press ][ Our theme was composed by Dayna Vodovoz ]***You can contact us at...2020-06-2304 min
Pastured Poultry TalkTalking Animal Welfare with Anna BassettAnna Bassett, Lead Technical Advisor for Animal Welfare Approved (AWA), joins host Grady Phelan to talk about the fundamentals of AWA certification. The AWA standards start with pasture and range. No dirt lot and confinement birds here.
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