All Ears English Podcast AEE 2385: Order in the Court - Everyday Courtroom English
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Apr 3, 2025 The hosts share personal jury duty experiences while unraveling essential courtroom vocabulary. They discuss how movies shape public views on trials, using courtroom idioms in daily life. Delving into the idiom "the jury's still out," they blend nostalgic tales with recruitment insights. Misunderstandings around the Fifth Amendment are humorously explored, including playful role-plays. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to adopt courtroom expressions in casual conversations, making legal language fun and relatable.
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Jury Duty Experiences
- Lindsay was recently called for jury duty but ultimately not selected.
- Michelle made it to voir dire in her jury duty experience, but wasn't chosen.
My Cousin Vinny
- Michelle and Lindsay discuss the movie My Cousin Vinny.
- Lindsay recently rewatched it and found it less funny than she remembered.
Courtroom Language in Everyday Life
- Courtroom idioms are common in everyday language due to media's portrayal of trials.
- The drama and perceived intelligence of lawyers might make courtroom scenarios inspiring.