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What About? with James Bell
James Bell returns to the mic with his new podcast, What About? with James Bell! Featuring guests from Indianapolis to New York City, tune in on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, to hear James ask the question, "What about?"
Episodes
Teaser Episode:
Our first episode teases what's to come in upcoming episodes of the brand new podcast, What About? with James Bell!
Episode 1: What About Going Federal? with Judge Jane Magnus-Stinson
In our first episode 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 issues vital to the survival of the American justice system, including mansplaining, the definition of a highway, best presidential handshake, and then discuss important topics such as U2 at the Sphere, the Talking Heads, Harper Lee, Barack Obama, Jeff Sessions and so much more!
Finally, we wrap up the show with our "big winners" and our "big losers."
This episode was sponsored by Rebecca W. Geyer and Associates, PC
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)
Episode 2: What About Finding Your Landing Zone? with Kevin McGoff
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.
Purchase your copy of Find Your Landing Zone here: Find Your Landing Zone on Amazon
Intro: 0:00 - 1:12
Kevin McGoff Interview Part 1: 1:12 - 23:28
Elisabeth Edwards Sponsorship: 23:29 - 24:29
Kevin McGoff Interview Part 2: 24:30 - 45:05
Closing: 45:05 - 49:30
Episode 3: What About Moneyball for Lawyers? with Dr. Evan Parker
Moneyballer for lawyers extraordinaire, Dr. Evan Parker of Parker Analytics joins us today to answer the question, "What About Moneyball for Lawyers?" Evan and James discuss why lawyers get better after they fail, how someone's previous professional experiences can predict their success as an attorney, practicing law in the new hybrid world and the IU McKinney vs. IU Maurer rivalry gets a deep dive. We close out the episode with the big winners and losers.
Dr. 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 have saved clients millions of dollars and put his clients at the industry's forefront. His collaboration with a client led to the client being recognized as a 2023 Champion of Diversity by The American Lawyer.
Today's podcast was brought to you by Christie Farrell Lee & Bell PC.
Intro: 0:00 - 2:09
Christie Farrell Lee & Bell Sponsorship: 2:10 - 3:30
Evan Parker Interview: 3:31 - 29:48
Closing: 29:49 - 32:24
Episode 4: What About Mansplaining (or downsplaining)? with Raegan Gibson
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.
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
Episode 5: What About Becoming an American?
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
Episode 6: What About Coaching Little League?
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 receive no monthly fee for three months!
Intro: 0:00 - 1:52
Coaching Little League: 1:53 - 9:32
Episode 7: What About Being Jim Voyles?
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 - 0:53
Jim 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
Episode 8: What About the "Hart" of Nashville Music (and feelin Elvis)? with Ashley Hart
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' conversation 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 - 1:58
Ashley Hart Interview Part 1: 1:59 - 34:54
Law Pay Advertisement: 34:55 - 35:49
Ashley Hart Interview Part 2: 35:50 - 58:58
Closing: 58:59 - 1:00:00
"A Hart's Song" by Ashley Hart: 1:00 - 1:04:05
Episode 9: What About John Trimbling / Problem Solving? with John Trimble
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 - 1:10
John Trimble Interview Part 1: 1:11 - 12:14
Recognition Breakfast Promo: 12:15 - 13:21
John Trimble Interview Part 2: 13:22 - 17:23
Law Pay Advertisement: 17:24 - 18:18
John Trimble Interview Part 3: 18:19 - 38:06
Closing: 38:07 - 38:52
Episode 10: What About Being the Prosecutor? with Ryan Mears
In this episode, Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears talks 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.!
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Timestamps:
Opening: 0:00 - 0:52
Ryan Mears Interview Part 1: 0:53 - 27:13
Proteus Discovery Group Ad: 27:14 - 28:16
Ryan Mears Interview Part 2: 28:17 - 58:36
Closing: 58:37 - 1:00:48