In the first episode of Season 2 of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' Jen and Lisa dive into the theme of WINNING. The episode highlights various competitions and successes, including a chocolate cake contest, where law student Max Battaglia's King Arthur recipe cake takes the win. The hosts discuss winning moments from their trial teams, share experiences from a challenging travel episode to Fort Lauderdale, and emphasize the hard work behind their achievements. The episode also features an interview with Professor Bill McDonald, a seasoned legal professional and game show winner who shares his experiences on 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' and 'Jeopardy.'
00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom00:28 Season Two Kickoff: Winning Theme01:29 Cake Contest and Legal Achievements02:57 Live Podcasting from Fort Lauderdale16:17 Chocolate Cake Contest Highlights23:34 Winning in Law, Life and Game Shows with Professor Bill MacDonald01:08:42 Fun with Food: Cake Contest and Cooking Tips with Young Legal Professional Max Battaglia
01:23:26 Product of the Week: L'Occitaine Almond Shower Oil https://www.loccitane.com/en-us/almond-shower-oil-29HD500A22.html

In the season finale of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosts Jen and Lisa discuss their podcast's mission of addressing professional legal and mom issues. Lisa offers a stunning opinion (see the poll). They share personal stories about Spirit Week challenges, a recent bat invasion, and the hassles of maintaining family schedules. The Chocolate Cake Contest gets scheduled for 11/12! The episode features an insightful interview with Liz Kraengel about integrating hobbies into a legal career, specifically her passion for wine. Jen and Lisa also recount a memorable play date at the Buffalo Zoo with third-year law student Rich Neri and recent grad Andy Cegelski, filled with fun antics and a surprise history lesson from Law Dad Vincent Doyle. The episode concludes with idiomatic explanations, fact checks, and shoutouts to various supporters and participants.

00:00 Welcome to Ask Your Law Mom

00:32 Season Finale Banter

01:25 Spirit Week Challenges

03:16 Bat and Squirrel Invasion

11:44 Instacart Adventures

29:05 Wine and Food Pairing Insights with Liz Kraengel

59:04 Wine Recommendations and Preferences

01:03:55 Law Moms Play Date at the Zoo with Rich Neri & Andy Cegielski

01:33:45 Fun Facts and Hot Takes

This episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom' features hosts Jen and Lisa reflect on the end of summer, the back-to-school season, and how they would spend their powerball winnings. The episode includes a conversation with Dan Poirier, owner of Fetch and Catch, about pet care business operations. Dan shares insights into best practices for dog daycare centers and the importance of training and certifications. The show also interviews Zach Raber, a recent law graduate with a background in dog training, who speaks about the benefits of dog ownership. Additionally, the episode covers fun segments on idioms, fact checks, hot takes, and the product of the week.
00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom

11:17 Fact Checks and Fun Trivia

16:18 Guest Fact Checker: Sam Gaglio

19:38 Dog Care Business Insights with Dan Poirier of Fetch N Catch

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01:00:56 Young Legal Professional Zach Raber

01:17:12 Idioms and Hot Takes

01:35:36 Product of the Week: Skylight Calendar https://myskylight.com/

01:41:30 Season Finale Teaser

In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosts Jen and Lisa talk about their chocolate cake competition for its anniversary and inviting a psychic to the show, and heated debate about the ending of the Three Little Pigs. The episode includes an interview with Kate Sellers, a fourth-generation business owner of Sellers Insurance, who offers advice on the importance of various types of insurance for young professionals and her career journey from law to the family business. Young legal professional Sam Gaglio talks about her family's construction supply business, her experience at the Erie County District Attorney's Office, and her plans of possibly integrating legal work with her family business in the future. The episode concludes with hot takes, product recommendations, and shout-outs.
00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom00:32 Planning the Podcast Season03:17 Psychics and Numerology08:46 Weather Woes and Summer Fun14:43 Chocolate Cake Contest21:08 Insurance Insights with Kate Sellers01:03:09 Introducing Sam Gaglio: Second Year Law Student01:21:00 Hot Takes and Idiom of the Week - A Stitch in Time Saves Nine

01:33:37 Product of the Week: YASONIC Shower Caddyhttps://a.co/d/iX4NjL901:36:07 Shout Outs and Farewell

In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom', hosts Jen and Lisa recount a recent visit to Giancarlos, comparing its chocolate cake to the favorite from Wegmans, which sparks the idea of a chocolate cake contest. They then interview attorney Tom Lyons, who shares his unique way of connecting with summer law clerks through Dungeons and Dragons sessions, emphasizing the importance of authentic, engaging activities in professional settings. They talk to attorney Claudia Villegas Ramos about balancing her legal career and family life in the US, her involvement in folk dancing, and share cross-cultural legal slang.
00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom
01:23 Chocolate Cake Debate: Giancarlos vs. Wegmans vs. You
09:00 Mother of the Year Moments19:54 Fact Checks
24:48 Dungeons and Dragons with Tom Lyons

52:00 Introducing Claudia Villegas Ramos
53:37 Balancing Law School and Family
01:11:31 Hot Takes

01:18:56 Product of the Week - Kids Swim Goggleshttps://a.co/d/4W9uJIdhttps://a.co/d/cld7vkn

01:21:23 Shout Outs

In Episode 22 of the 'Ask Your Law Mom' podcast, hosts Jen and Lisa address a variety of topics for legal professionals and moms alike. They discuss maintaining a consistent podcast schedule, camp activities, and even revisit new year's resolutions. The episode features insightful interviews with Professor Angie McDuff, who talks about teaching legal writing and the importance of effective communication, as well as the return of the Law Daughters, Jane, Rachel, and Lizzie. The graduates provide tips for surviving the bar exam and share updates on post-exam joy. The episode wraps up with discussions on trending slang, products of the week, and shoutouts to valued individuals in their community. Jen, Lisa, and the guests all provide some pre-Bar exam good luck and good vibes. It's...chef's kiss!

00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom
00:32 Catching Up and Listener Feedback
01:41 Summer Camp and Spirit Week
03:13 New Year's Resolutions and Decluttering
04:34 Upcoming Week and Bar Exam
05:27 Hot Takes and Starburst Debate
09:24 Fact Check: Fireworks Inside a Dome
13:17 Guest: Professor Angie McDuff
01:05:31 Guests: The Law Daughters
01:35:15 Product Reviews and Shopping Experiences

Product of the Week, Tevas:

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01:45:20 Shoutouts

In this episode, hosts Jen and Lisa discuss the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal practice and education. They highlight their personal experiences with AI tools, such as ChatGPT, and include insights from guest experts Sandie Cianflone and Alexandria Serra. Sandie, a medical malpractice defense attorney, shares how AI helps her in legal documentation and trial practice, emphasizing the importance of using closed networks to protect data. Alex, a law professor, explains her innovative use of AI to create tools that aid law students in practicing advocacy skills. The hosts also discuss their experiences with AI in daily life and explore how it can enhance personal and professional efficiency. The episode balances technical explanation with practical applications, making it accessible to both novices and seasoned professionals interested in AI's impact on the legal field.
00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom
01:52 Summer Challenges
05:17 Conference Highlights and Instacart Success
12:31 AI in Legal Practice
21:05 Interview with Sandie Cianflone
46:57 Interview with Alexandria Serra
1:32:07 Hot Takes

1:37:25 Idiom of the Week: Dog Days of Summer

1:39:34 Product of the WeekThe Airplane PocketPrime Day Deal (19.99) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WCXP7CH?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

1:42:57 Shout Outs

01:27 Weekly Catch-Up
04:00 Hot Takes on Disney
27:51 Bar Association Service with Vinnie Doyle
34:39 Hot Takes with Andy Cegielski
53:58 Product of the Week: Neutrogena Sunscreen Ultra Sheer SPF 70 https://www.neutrogena.com/products/sun/neutrogena-ultra-sheer-lightweight-sunscreen-spray-spf-70-5-oz/6810040
57:46 Idiom of the Week: Just Keep Swimming