Prof Jo Explains

Prof Jo Explains covers trials, hearings, and all things law with the straightforward and clear analysis of a long-time law professor with prosecutorial experience. It is the place to learn the how and why of what transpires, to join in lively and entertaining discussion and to delve deeply into the constitutional and legal context of cases. Plus, Prof Jo will share her Pet Peeves, fun anecdotes, historical analogues, and an occasional literary allusion or snarky comment.

Prof Jo Explains is produced by @collierlandry for Don't Touch My Radio, Santa Monica, CA.


Prof Jo Explains

July 21 – πŸ“…βš–οΈ
Court schedules can change quickly. Do you prefer following live proceedings or catching up with case summaries afterward?
#CourtWatch #LegalNews #CourtCases #ProfJoExplains

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🚨 LIVE TODAY at 5:00 PM EDT 🚨

Could Dan Markel's divorce case hold the key to understanding the motive behind his murder?

Don't miss this powerful conversation as Prof Jo is joined by Attorney Stephen Webster, Dan Markel's former attorney, for an insider's legal analysis of the divorce proceedings, the filings that were being prepared, and the questions that continue to surround one of the nation's most closely followed cases. Stephen Webster has previously discussed his role representing Dan Markel during the post-divorce litigation.

This is a discussion true crime followers and legal enthusiasts won't want to miss.

πŸ“Ί Watch LIVE here:
youtube.com/live/TCK8QoNHaeg?feature=share

πŸ’¬ Bring your questions and join the conversation live in chat!

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#ProfJoExplains #DanMarkel #WendiAdelson #StephenWebster #LegalAnalysis #TrueCrime #JusticeForDanMarkel #LiveStream

20 hours ago | [YT] | 79

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July 20 – πŸ‘¨β€βš–οΈβ“
If you could ask a judge one question about courtroom procedure, what would it be? Share it in the comments.
#AskTheJudge #CourtDiscussion #LegalLearning #ProfJoExplains

1 day ago | [YT] | 28

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July 19 – πŸ€―πŸ“’
Have you ever changed your opinion about a case after hearing testimony that wasn't covered in the news? What made the difference?
#TrialWatch #CourtroomTalk #TrueCrimeCommunity #ProfJoExplains

2 days ago | [YT] | 61

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πŸ¦βš–οΈ The verdict is in... everyone deserves a sweet recess! βš–οΈπŸ¨

Court is adjourned just long enough to celebrate National Ice Cream Day! Whether your ruling is ice cream or gelato, vanilla or pistachio, today's the perfect day to treat yourself.

If this were a courtroom, we'd find both delicious beyond a reasonable doubt. πŸ˜„

🍦 Jury question: What's your final verdict?
πŸ‘‡ Tell us your favorite flavor in the comments!

#NationalIceCreamDay #IceCream #Gelato #CourtroomHumor #LegalHumor #ProfJoExplains #TrueCrimeCommunity

2 days ago | [YT] | 219

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July 18 – πŸ”Žβš–οΈ
Some cases are built largely on circumstantial evidence. Do you think people underestimate how powerful that evidence can be?
#EvidenceMatters #CourtCases #TrialDiscussion #ProfJoExplains

3 days ago | [YT] | 80

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July 17 – πŸ—³οΈπŸ“–
Do you think jury instructions should be rewritten in plain language to make them easier to understand? We'd love your thoughts.
#JuryInstructions #CourtProcedure #LegalAnalysis #ProfJoExplains

4 days ago | [YT] | 102

Prof Jo Explains

July 16 – πŸ“šπŸ’‘
What's one legal term you wish was explained more often during televised trials? Drop it belowβ€”we may feature it in a future discussion.
#LegalTerms #CourtEducation #TrueCrime #ProfJoExplains

5 days ago | [YT] | 51

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🚨 TODAY AT 5 PM EDT 🚨

Can prosecutors actually prove Wendi Adelson agreed to the alleged murder-for-hire plot? πŸ€” Even if evidence seems compelling, would it be admissible in court?

Join Prof Jo and Melba V. Pearson, Esq. as they examine the evidence already presented in the Dan Markel case, what a judge could allow a jury to hear, and the legal challenges prosecutors would face if charges were ever filed.

βš–οΈ Don't miss this important legal analysis!

πŸ“Ί Watch here: youtube.com/live/K9D_eTZrHjs?feature=share

πŸ’¬ What evidence do you think would be the biggest hurdleβ€”or the strongestβ€”for prosecutors?

#ProfJoExplains #WendiAdelson #DanMarkel #LegalAnalysis

5 days ago | [YT] | 136

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July 15 – βš–οΈπŸ‘¨β€βš–οΈ
Which role do you think carries the greatest responsibility during a criminal trial: judge, prosecutor, defense attorney, or juror? Tell us why.
#CourtroomRoles #LegalDiscussion #ProfJoExplains

6 days ago | [YT] | 70