The Indiana Lawyer Podcast

IU McKinney Law professor Gerard Magliocca on Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship

Gerard Magliocca, professor at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, joins host Alexa Shrake to discuss President Donald Trump's recent executive order aimed at redefining birthright citizenship, a principle established by the 14th Amendment. Magliocca provides historical context on the amendment's ratification, explains its intended purpose after the Civil War, and examines the legal arguments surrounding Trump's controversial order. He analyzes the ongoing litigation, which has seen federal judges issue temporary injunctions halting the policy's enforcement.

Navigating NIL: Tom Walsh breaks down the changing game for college athletes

In this episode of The Indiana Lawyer Podcast, host Alexa Shrake sits down with Ice Miller Partner Tom Walsh to discuss the evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness in college athletics. Walsh, a Purdue University alum and founding member of the Boilermaker Alliance collective, explains how NIL rules have changed since 2021 and what the proposed legal settlement means for universities, athletes, and collectives. The conversation covers revenue sharing, scholarship changes, fair market value evaluations, and legal implications for student-athletes. Walsh also offers insights into how NIL prepares athletes for life beyond college sports and where this area of law might be headed. 

Judge Elaine Brown on women in law and problem-solving courts for substance abuse and mental health

In this episode of the Indiana Lawyer Podcast, host Alexa Shrake speaks with Indiana Court of Appeals Judge Elaine Brown in honor of Women’s History Month. Judge Brown shares her path from art teacher to judge, the challenges and progress for women in the legal profession, and her long-standing work on substance abuse and mental health initiatives in the justice system. She also discusses her time on the trial and appellate benches, the evolution of community corrections and her commitment to civic education and community service.

The Surprising Legal History of Daylight Savings Time with Randall Shepard

With daylight saving time approaching, Indiana’s time zones and clock changes are once again a topic of discussion. Host Alexa Shrake sits down with former Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Randall Shepard to explore the legal history of time in Indiana. They discuss how time became a legal issue, the impact of the Uniform Time Act of 1967, and the political battles over daylight saving time. Shepard also shares insights into Indiana’s past time zone changes, including Evansville’s ties to Central Time and Governor Mitch Daniels’ push for daylight saving time in 2005.

From high school dropout to legal celebrity: The story of attorney Ken Nunn

Attorney Ken Nunn, one of Indiana’s most recognizable legal figures, joins The Indiana Lawyer podcast to discuss his unconventional path to success. In a conversation with host Alexa Shrake, Nunn reflects on his early struggles, including dropping out of high school, flunking multiple grades, and spending time in jail for theft before turning his life around. Now leading a firm with more than 100 employees, Nunn reflects on the lessons he has learned, the mentors who shaped him, and his advice for young lawyers entering the profession.

10 Years of Innovation in Legal Technology with Ray Biederman of Proteus

Join Indiana Lawyer Reporter Alexa Shrake as she interviews Ray Biederman, CEO of Proteus Discovery Group, in this episode. Ray shares his journey as an attorney to co-founding Proteus, an Indiana-based electronic discovery firm. Learn how Proteus has expanded from Indiana to a coast-to-coast presence and how they utilize advanced technology like generative AI and forensic data collection.

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Indiana Lawyer Podcast — Jan 22, 2025

Host Alexa Shrake interviews Terry Harrell, executive director of the Indiana Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program, about the array of mental health services the program offers. Shrake also is joined by Managing Editor Daniel Carson and reporter Maura Johnson to provide a rundown of the past week's legal news.

Indiana Lawyer Podcast — Jan 08, 2025

Podcast host Alexa Shrake interviews new IndyBar President Lee Christie about his plans for the upcoming year. Shrake also is joined by Indiana Lawyer Managing Editor Daniel Carson and reporter Maura Johnson to provide a roundup of the latest legal news.

 

Indiana Lawyer Podcast — Dec 26, 2024

Brooke Burtnett, senior director of public policy at Dentons Bingham Greenebaum, joins podcast host Alexa Shrake to talk about takeaways from Dentons' annual legislative conference as the Indiana General Assembly prepares to kick off its 2025 budget-writing session on Jan. 8. Managing Editor Daniel Carson and reporter Maura Johnson also join the podcast to recap the top legal news from the past week. 

Indiana Lawyer Podcast — Dec 11, 2024

Podcast host Alexa Shrake interviews attorney Charles Braun about his side hobby performing as President Benjamin Harrison. Shrake also is joined by Indiana Lawyer Managing Editor Daniel Carson and reporter Maura Johnson to provide a roundup of the latest legal news on Indiana Supreme Court oral arguments and a settlement between the City of Carmel and a business