What does the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson mean to our judicial system?

In today's episode, we celebrate Americans not "on the marquee" or in the bright lights.

"When Thurgood Marshall became a lawyer, race relations in the United States were particularly bad." United States District Court Judge Constance Baker Motley

"If you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to do something about it." U.S. Congressman John Lewis.

Learn more about Judie Saunders, Esq., and how she works with companies; conducting internal investigations that address toxic work cultures.

The American government is a business. You and I, as taxpayers, fund that business.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are not just buzz words for Bernie Headley

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Have you ever been in awe of large institutions? Paid reverence to the influence of powerful companies? Lehman Brothers, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Chase & Others

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! My gift to you this season - this week's episode with Change Agent, former Elite Gymnast and the new face of Legal Tech, Erin Levine.

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Our judicial system gave us a Thanksgiving week to remember! The acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse. Convictions for the men who murdered Ahmaud Arbery.

Are you convinced that small individual change rarely impacts larger disjointed systems? Are you a "David or Danielle fighting an institutional Goliath?"

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Former New York state Governor Andrew Cuomo and his family are a political institution unto themselves.

The Legally Brief Podcast Presents... "How to Make Our Institutions Work" with Change Agent Dawn Massabni

The Legally Brief Podcast Presents... "How to Make Our Institutions Work" with Change Agent Dawn Massabni

Boys and men that play lacrosse must wear helmets to protect against concussions and other injuries.

Legally Brief Presents... The Series: "How to Make Our Institutions Work"

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Over the course of the September 15, Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, gymnasts Aly Raisman, Maggie Nichols, McKayla Maroney and Simone Biles collectively ask

Many forms of physical and psychological abuse take place in the presence of others.

September is not only back to school season, but it is also the start of new careers for former student athletes and other professionals.

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Across the U.S., state legislators are implementing new laws to allow survivors of abuse additional time to file lawsuits against abusive authority figures.

Child actress Jennette McCurdy played a leading role in the popular Nickelodeon show iCarly.

Child actors are similar to competitive youth athletes whose talents and age can be exploited by abusive authority figures. 

The summer Olympics is inspiring for everyone that watches the competitions.

On June 30, 2021, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court overturned Bill Cosby's criminal conviction for the sexual assault of former basketball player Andrea Constrand

There is no greater human need than the desire to belong to community and family.

With constant messaging and media that promotes an "us vs. them" mentality even parents can get caught up and view our children's love interest as the enemy.

Are student athletes free to rant and express their frustrations with sport on social media?

In a two-part series, I provide insight into the Court's ruling. Should athletes and their parents rejoice after the recent ruling? 

On June 21, 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in the case of the NCAA et. al vs. Alston.

Is your child athlete being bullied on the field, dance studio or in the gym?

Katherine is a two time Olympian 1984 and 1988 (Great Britain). In 1986 she won two silver medals at the Commonwealth Games.

National Sporting Associations, such as MLB, NFL and Olympic bodies, publish statements condemning sexual violence, physical and child abuse.

On March 31, 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of NCAA vs. Alston. 

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Bernie is a seasoned Sport Events coordinator, with over 10 years experience in the sports industry.

The Yale Center for Creativity and Dyslexia defines dyslexia as, “an unexpected difficulty in learning to read.

On this episode, we discuss the factors NCAA athletes should consider when abusive coaching practices force them to transfer to a new college or university.

It has been said that “…If you do not transform your pain, you will transmit it to others.”‍

Anthony Sgherza currently serves as strength coach and athletic trainer at XIP Training Systems.

When you hear the term "survivor" what comes to mind? Strong, determined or shamed, broken and stuck?

 On this episode, we ask why - why did it take so long to believe these children and adults, most of whom were women and girls.‍

Myths promote fear and will keep you stuck with feels of hopelessness that lead to inaction. 

On this episode we discuss the policy of anonymity used by the U.S. Center for Safe Sport ("Center") and national governing bodies ("NGBs").

On February 25th Michigan's attorney general announced criminal charges against gymnastics coach John Geddert. 

Christina Sanford and Judie discuss ways parents can set boundaries to keep children safe from religious and other authority figures that violate trust.

Lessons on Fear from the Women’s Canadian Soccer League

Judie Saunders speaks with Vanessa O’Brien of The Oils Group

Is it acceptable for coaches to bring your child to tears?

John Plaugic, former pro soccer player, shares the story of his athletic career in the "beautiful game" of soccer.

Rob Stolker is a #1 Amazon Best Selling Author, Founder/Owner of Hummingbird Sports LLC, former coach and father of daughters.

Survivors of sexual, physical and emotional abuse can learn skills to manage their trauma.

On this episode, we dig deeper into Fear, Anger and Dissociation ("FAD") as we close out October and our focus on fear-based choices.

In this episode learn what Judie Saunders describes as "FAD," Fear, Anger and Disassociation.

If you suspect a loved one is the victim of abuse, what should you look for you and how can you support them?

Speaking out against an abuser takes courage. However, abusers often take measures to quiet a survivors voice.

If you have filed a complaint for abuse, you may wonder what comes next. We explore that topic in this episode of Legally Brief.

In this episode, Judie talks about outcry and how to spot the first signs of abuse.

In this episode, we talk about national governing bodies, such as USA Gymnastics, and what happens when an athlete alleges abuse.

Our first episode is dedicated to South Korean athlete, Choi Suk-hyeon, who was abused prior to taking her life in June 2020.