

Serious Trouble
Josh Barro and Ken White
An irreverent podcast about the law from Josh Barro and Ken White. www.serioustrouble.show
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Jul 11, 2024 • 31min
He'll Be An Old Thug By The Time This Trial Is Over
We’ve had some time to digest the Supreme Court decision on immunity, so this week Ken and I talked through the various criminal proceedings involving Donald Trump to discuss how they’ll be impacted. The short answer is: a lot.Also in this episode: Missouri has sued New York, saying the Manhattan DA’s prosecution and associated gag order have deprived Missouri voters of their First Amendment right to hear from political candidates. Alec Baldwin’s trial is starting in New Mexico; the Young Thug case continues to be stalled and it's even messier now; and in Louisiana, a federal judge will review rapper Baby Gangster’s lyrics, as BG tries to return to work while on supervised release.Sign up for our newsletter and find episode transcripts at serioustrouble.show This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.serioustrouble.show/subscribe

Jul 2, 2024 • 21min
Donald Trump Wins The Immunity Idol
Exploring the Supreme Court's decision on Donald Trump's appeal in January 6 prosecution, highlighting the implications for all criminal cases against Trump. Discussing the end of Chevron deference and the challenges in proving conspiracy and related crimes against a prominent figure.

Jun 27, 2024 • 32min
This Is Going to Ruin the Tour
We have a real parade of idiots on tap for you this week. Jacob Wohl, Alex Jones, Robert Menendez, Nathan Wade, Justin Timberlake…oh, and Donald Trump too. Strap in, because they’re all doing shit that’s pretty stupid. Visit serioustrouble.show to sign up for our newsletter and find a transcript of this episode. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.serioustrouble.show/subscribe

Jun 21, 2024 • 29min
Nathan Wade Speaks (Please Stop Speaking, Nathan Wade)
Controversial figure Nathan Wade's media blunders, Supreme Court's ruling on gun possession, Steve Bannon heading to prison, chaos in YSL trial, and Judge Cannon declining to hand over Trump documents case to a different judge discussed on the podcast.

Jun 13, 2024 • 41min
YSLRICO
Hunter Biden's legal troubles, Trump's probation interview, Georgia's RICO case delay, and Young Thug's courtroom drama with a judge ordering an attorney to jail for contempt of court.

Jun 1, 2024 • 18min
The Verdict
Exploring Trump's potential sentencing options, from custodial sentence to community service. Analyzing the jury's quick decision and the possibility of appeal arguments. Discussing non-traditional community service and the impact of celebrity influence on charity work. Delving into the judicial decision-making process in a high-profile case involving a presidential candidate. Examining the legal complexities of potential sentencing and appeal considerations for a prominent figure.

May 29, 2024 • 41min
G.L.O.A.T.
In this podcast, the focus is on the closing arguments in Donald Trump's criminal trial, with his attorney calling key witness Michael Cohen the 'G.L.O.A.T' - Greatest Liar of All Time. Other topics include updates from the documents case in Florida, Rudy Giuliani agreeing to stop lying, Jenna Ellis giving up her law license, and setbacks in the Menendez case.

May 21, 2024 • 21min
Rudy Got Served!
Rudy, America’s Mayor, celebrated his 80th birthday bash in Palm Beach, taunting Arizona AG Kris Mayes for failing to serve his summons. Trump edits surrogates' statements, Paul Pelosi's attacker sentenced with a hitch, and Hunter Biden faces trouble. Legal discussions include ineffective cross-examination strategies, Trump testifying, Rudy Giuliani's eventful week, and legal consequences at an 80th birthday bash.

May 14, 2024 • 34min
Is Michael Cohen a Good Witness?
Former lawyer of Donald Trump, Michael Cohen, discusses why he paid for Stormy Daniels' silence and Trump's state of mind. Indicted Rep. Cuellar faces more trouble, Sen. Menendez's trial begins, and Steve Bannon loses appeal for contempt of Congress. Rudy Giuliani sued again. Podcast delves into trial strategies, witness credibility, jury selection significance, legal analysis, prison assignments, and Giuliani's legal battle.

May 9, 2024 • 38min
Yo Momma So Dumb She Thought These Trials Were Happening Before The Election
The podcast discusses Stormy Daniels' testimony in Trump's trial, Judge's contempt ruling, and lagging prosecutions in Florida and Georgia. They also touch on workplace romance, Rep. Henry Cuellar's troubles, and the beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake.