Off the Record with James Bell

Greetings! Today’s guest on “What About with James Bell” is none other than the Honorable, high top wearing, Elected Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears and our sponsor is the Proteus Discovery Group.Today we ask "What about being the Prosecutor?"To answer that question, we’re going to talk about things that make America great like basketball, discretion and second chances. We will take a serious look at what can be done to make our city better and then we end with some silly rapid fire questions.There’s a lot of ground to cover and we hope you enjoy the show.This podcast was brought to you by Proteus Discovery Group. Download, "Mastering Short Message Data: A Guide to Defensible Collection and Review" here: https://resources.proteusdiscovery.com/mastering-short-message-data-guide. If you would like to contact the team at Proteus, head to proteusdiscovery.com/contact. Timestamps: Opening: 0:00 - 0:52Ryan Mears Interview Part 1: 0:53 - 27:13Proteus Discovery Group Ad: 27:14 - 28:16Ryan Mear

In this podcast, 2024 IndyBar Luminary Award Winner John Trimble talks about optimism, problem solving and, of course, we have to tell a Bob Knight story.But the most important part of this podcast comes later when John talks about what he learned from his bout with cancer. So for the low price of $0.00, you will get a little bit of fun and a little bit of wisdom from a pillar of the bar. We hope you enjoy!Today's episode was brought to you by LawPay. Visit Lawpay.com/indybar to see receive no monthly fee for three months! Timestamps:Intro: 0:00 - 1:10John Trimble Interview Part 1: 1:11 - 12:14Recognition Breakfast Promo: 12:15 - 13:21John Trimble Interview Part 2: 13:22 - 17:23Law Pay Advertisement: 17:24 - 18:18John Trimble Interview Part 3: 18:19 - 38:06Closing: 38:07 - 38:52

Nashville recording artist (and Deputy Director of the Indiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program) Ashley Hart feels the music and loves Elvis. She tells us about her days trying to “make it” in the business and about playing music with those who played with Elvis, including the Jordanaires, DJ Fontana, and James Burton. She even got to know Lisa Marie Presley herself.Ashley and James' conversations takes us to Graceland, Las Vegas, Market Square Arena, and everywhere in between so they can answer the question, "what about feelin’ Elvis?" The spirit of Elvis enters the podcast and if you listen, you will feel a higher power. Be sure to stick around to the end of the show to hear Ashley absolutely CRUSH "Can't Help Fallin in Love" and then we close out the show with Ashley's own original, "Hart Song."Today's episode was brought to you by LawPay. Visit Lawpay.com/indybar to see receive no monthly fee for three months!  Timestamps: Intro:  0:00 - 1:58Ashley Ha

Today we ask the question, "What about being Jim Voyles?" There is no one better to ask than the man himself, legendary criminal defense attorney, Jim Voyles! We kick off the conversation in January 1943, head to the 1968 DNC, go to St. Elmo's with Mike Tyson, spend 50 hours in a truck with Bob Knight, and so much more! Today's episode was brought to you by LawPay. Visit Lawpay.com/indybar to see receive no monthly fee for three months! Intro: 0:00 - 0:53Jim Voyles Interview Part 1: 0:53 - 30:22 Law Pay Advertisement: 30:23 - 31:15 Jim Voyles Interview Part 2: 31:16 - 1:02:34 Closing: 1:02:34 - 1:04:40

As we approach the dog days of summer, we ask the question, "What about coaching little league?" To answer that question, James tells you about his historic coaching career and how he was able to fend off his players from breaking the record for most Oreos eaten and Gatorade drank during a little league soccer season.  Today's podcast was brought to you by LawPay. Visit Lawpay.com/indybar to see receive no monthly fee for three months!  Intro: 0:00 - 1:52 Coaching Little League: 1:53 - 9:32

You heard us George. We are starting our own country! As Americans across the country prepare to celebrate Independence Day, James asks the question, "What About Becoming an American?" Sit back and relax as James tells you a story.  Happy 4th of July everyone!  Intro: 0:00 - 0:39 James' 4th of July Message: 0:48 - 8:38 Final Thoughts: 8:38 - 10:47

Mansplaining.  What is it? Why does it happen? How do we avoid it? And what should it really be called?  In this episode, attorney Raegan Gibson of the Paganelli Law Group answers these questions and many others. (And James finally gets to present his first ever Jon Stewart-esque “Moment of Zen.”)  Today's episode was brought to you by Rebecca W. Geyer & Associates (https://www.rgeyerlaw.com/). Opening: 0:00-2:22 Microphone struggles: 2:23-2:59 Raegan's never heard of Mansplaining: 3:00-3:34 IndyBar Talent Show: 3:35-4:55 Billboards: 4:56- 6:55 Mansplaining Conversation: 6:56-22:40 Rules of Karaoke: 22:41-24:20 Shark Week: 24:21-25:19 Storm Chasing: 25:20-26:29 Germs: 26:30-27:44 Jon Stewart moment of Zen: 27:45-28:28 Closing: 28:28-29:40

Ever wonder who to hire or who makes for the most successful lawyer? Then you should listen to Dr. Evan Parker “Moneyballer to the Lawyer Stars” as he answers the question, "What About Moneyball for Lawyers?" Evan and James discuss what past experiences can predict attorney success, practicing law in the new hybrid world, and that “IU McKinney vs. IU Maurer” thing. We close out the episode with the big winners and losers.Today's podcast was brought to you by Christie Farrell Lee & Bell PC: https://cflblaw.com/Evan Parker Bio: Evan counts among his clients AmLaw 100 firms and Fortune 100 companies, including 3 of the Top 5. He serves as data analytics partner and advisor to the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) and sits on Law360's Advisory Board. Evan’s approach and use of data to inform law firm management and legal operations has saved clients millions of dollars and puts his clients at the industry's forefront. His collaboration with a client led to the client being

Bonjour! Today, James asks the question, "What About Finding Your Landing Zone?" His guest is attorney and author of Find Your Landing Zone: Life Beyond the Bar, Kevin McGoff! James and Kevin's conversation leads them to the Rain Tree Inn outside of New Castle, IN, jail parking lots, epitaphs and plans for change. We close out the show with today's big winners and losers. Give the show a listen and find out why later tonight we will be pouring out a pint of Guinness for a pour wee fella!  Today's podcast was brought to you by Elisabeth Edwards of Wanzer Edwards PC (https://www.wanzeredwards.com/author/elisabeth/)If you would like to purchase a copy of Kevin's book click here: https://a.co/d/ezdsABFIntro: 0:00 - 1:12Kevin McGoff Interview Part 1: 1:12 - 23:28Elisabeth Edwards Sponsorship: 23:29 - 24:29Kevin McGoff Interview Part 2: 24:30 - 45:05Closing: 45:05 - 49:30

Today, James asks the question, "What About Going Federal?" and who better to ask than U.S. District Court Judge for the Southern District of Indiana, Hon. Jane Magnus-Stinson. James and Judge Magnus-Stinson discuss topics vital to the survival of the American justice system including mansplaining, the definition of a highway, who has the best presidential handshake, the Talking Heads, U2, Harper Lee, Jeff Sessions, John Boy, and so much more!  Finally, we wrap up the show with our "big winners" and our "big losers."Today's podcast was brought to you by Rebecca W. Geyer and Associates PC (https://www.rgeyerlaw.com/). Intro: (0:00 - 0:56)Judge Magnus-Stinson Interview Part 1: (0:57 - 32:25)Rebecca W. Geyer & Associates PC Sponsorship (32:26 - 33:57)Judge Magnus-Stinson Interview Part 2: (33:58 - 47:19)Closing: (47:21 - 49:27)

James Bell returns to the mic with his new podcast, What About? with James Bell! Featuring guests based in Indianapolis to New York City, tune in every other week beginning Tuesday, April 9th to here James ask the question, "What about?"

Accomplished Indy criminal defense attorney Bob Hammerle of Hackman Hulett LLP has devoted almost as much time to his love of film as he has to the legal profession. During this episode of Off the Record, host Kerry Bennett chats with Bob about his journey in the profession, some memorable experiences, advice for new lawyers and his picks and pans in the movie world. Learn more about Bob's legal career at https://hackmanhulett.com/attorneys/robert-w-hammerle/; his movie reviews can be found at https://bigmouthbobs.com/. 

The Honorable Tanya Walton Pratt became Chief Judge of the United States District Court of for the Southern District of Indiana on March 20, 2021. She is the first person of color to serve as the Southern District of Indiana's chief judge, and the tenth chief judge in the court's history. In this episode, host Bianca Black chats with Judge Pratt to find out how she made her way to the federal bench, her advice on trusting your instincts AND staying in your comfort zone and some lesser-known facts about the judge's favorite pastimes. 

With more than four decades of experience, Hoover Hull Turner partner David Herzog has had a front row seat to the continued evolution of civil litigation.  Join host Eric Schmadeke of Densborn Blachly  LLP to talk about the state of jury trials, how newer lawyers can build their practices and more.

After of year of pandemic-related stress and challenges, people across the world are still struggling, and of course, legal professionals in our own community are no exception. When it gets to be too much, where can you go for help? Off the Record host Kerry Hyatt Bennett is here with Loretta Oleksy of the Indiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program (JLAP) to help figure it all out. Together, Loretta and Kerry demystify JLAP and talk about the impact of the collective trauma we’ve all experienced together. JLAP has typically been associated with alcohol and addiction issues, but services and resources offered by the organization go much further. JLAP, which is a safe haven thanks to Rule 8.3 of the Rules of Professional Conduct, is a remarkable asset that can help with various mental health issues, concerns about colleagues, situational stressors, which can include grief, parenting, divorce, caregiving, and more. JLAP is prepared to offer much-needed support to our legal community, whether that means using

Off the Record is back for 2021, and we're welcoming some new faces to the team! Join us as we meet three new hosts who will help bring even more stories of Indy's lawyers to life: Kerry Hyatt Bennett of the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Bianca Black of Littler Mendelson PC and Eric Schmadeke of Densborn Blachly LLP.Show Notes:OnyxFest Who the Bleep Did I Marry (subscription required)2021 Bench Bar Conference

Winfield Ong is an experienced federal litigator and the former criminal chief for the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Indiana. In addition, he is a President Obama judicial nominee for the U.S. District Court, and he is a current white collar criminal defense attorney at Dentons Bingham Greenebaum. During this interview, the main topics of discussion were Winfield's journey through the judicial nomination process and Attorney General Bill Barr's decision to move to dismiss the criminal case against General Michael Flynn. Since then, unrest has swept the nation as a result of the killing of George Floyd. Though this interview took place several days beforehand and the topics seemed unrelated at first, many themes included are relevant and valuable to the situation we find ourselves in today: the rule of law, the power and discretion that lawyers have, and how that power should never be abused. 

The death of George Floyd has sparked outrage across the country and brought the many issues surrounding systemic racism to the forefront. Our community is no exception. Difficult conversations are starting to happen, and amid the protests, anger and tears, many have questioned what they can do to help. In this special episode of Off the Record, host James Bell talks with two Indiana bar leaders, Michael Tolbert and Jimmie McMillian, who provide their perspective on the situation. Michael Tolbert is an attorney in the Gary, Indiana firm of Tolbert & Tolbert, where he is a respected litigator and frequent presenter. He is a two-time president of the James C. Kimbrough Minority Bar Association, past president of the Porter County Chapter of the American Inns of Court, President of the Lake County Bar Association and is currently President-Elect of the Indiana State Bar Association, where he will serve as president in 2021.Jimmie McMillian is a former law clerk to Justice Frank Sullivan and a former partner

Roger Penske assumed ownership of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in January 2020. Just three months later, the greatest spectacle in racing was rescheduled from May to August amid this unprecedented public health crisis. Writer Tom Chiarella talks about a recent interview with Penske, plus his own personal experience with the COVID-19 pandemic during this episode of Off the Record with James Bell.