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The Speck Murders: 60 Years After the Mass Killing of 8 Chicago Nursing Students

In 1966, Richard Speck broke into a Southeast Side dormitory and killed eight nursing students in a horrific mass murder that shook Chicago to its core. Now, sixty years

Key Takeaways from the AI 2035 Symposium

What does the legal profession look like in an AI-powered future? Recorded at the CBA’s AI 2035 Symposium, this special episode features conversations with legal technolo

AI 2035 Symposium: Practicing Law in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

AI has rapidly impacted every area of law and every aspect of legal practice. Accordingly, legal professionals need to feel confident and prepared as we move forward in t

Getting Involved, Giving Back: Bar Leaders Share Their Stories

In this special joint episode presented by the Chicago Bar Association and the National Conference of Bar Presidents, host Amanda Arriaga speaks with Trisha Rich, Jon Ama

Historic Justice: Investigating Cruelty and Death at Florida’s Dozier School for Boys

For over a century, The Dozier School for Boys held dark secrets behind its gates. Allegations of abuse, forced labor, and unexplained deaths had often come up throughout

It Ends With Lawsuits: Unpacking the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Legal Battle

Ironically, there is no end in sight for the drama between “It Ends With Us” co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. The feud stemming from their fractured working rela

Rethinking Legal Fees for a Modern, Value-Based Practice

Modern law practice needs a modern billing approach. Learn tactics for the successful transition from hourly billing to flat and alternative fees with Scott Leigh of AltF

Bullying in the Legal Profession

The legal profession upholds expectations for civility, inclusion, and wellbeing, but a new study by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism found that b

A Conversation with Cook County State’s Attorney Justice Eileen O'Neill Burke

A surefire place to learn the ins and outs of being a trial attorney is at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office. The CCSAO prosecutes tens of thousands of cases each

More Than a Month: Black History at the DuSable Museum

The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is a pillar of Chicago’s cultural institutions, showcasing art and history while fostering connection to the vital s

Transgender Prisoner Rights with Alan Mills

Throughout the history of our justice system, transgender prisoners’ issues have largely been ignored. Is that intentional indifference still predominant in the current l

Bar to the Future! – The 101st Chicago Bar Show

After a yuletide dinner in days of yore, a group of Chicago Bar Association members spiced up the evening with some delightful songs and sketches. Now, over a hundred yea

Fraudster Tom Girardi Caught Red-Handed—Bravo!

You may have seen Tom Girardi’s name in multiple places—once, as a famous and respected plaintiff’s attorney; notably, as a Real Housewives of Beverly Hills husband; and,

Who Picks Your Presidential Candidate, Anyway? — A Conversation with DNC Delegate Aurora Austriaco

In August, the city of Chicago welcomed the 2024 Democratic National Convention, and delegates formally selected Kamala Harris as the nominee for President following Pres

Passing the Gavel: Jon Amarilio Bids Farewell and Welcomes New Voices

Long-time host Jon Amarilio reflects on his six-year tenure and introduces the new hosts: Tracy Brammeier, a partner at Clifford Law Offices; Nikki Marcotte, a litigation

Celebrating 150 Years of The Chicago Bar Association: An Interview with Former CBA Executive Director Terry Murphy

The Chicago Bar Association is celebrating 150 years of championing justice, building connections and making an impact in Chicago and beyond. In this episode, Trisha Rich

Celebrating 150 Years of The Chicago Bar Association: An Interview with CBA President Ray Koenig III

The Chicago Bar Association is celebrating 150 years of championing justice, building connections and making an impact in Chicago and beyond. In this episode, Trisha Rich

A Discussion with Cary Donham – West Point’s First and Only Conscientious Objector

In this episode, Jonathan Amarilio interviews Cary Donham about his experience as the United States Military Academy at West Point’s first and only conscientious objector

Remembering U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor

Michael Scodro, former clerk to the Honorable Sandra Day O'Connor and current partner with the law firm of Mayer Brown, joins Jon Amarilio and Maggie Mendenhall Casey to

The #FreeBritney Edition (Rebroadcast)

The @theBar podcast is taking a holiday break in November and will return in December with new content. This episode, previously released in July 2021, discusses the cons