Episode Notes [03:47] Seth's Early Understanding of Questions [04:33] The Power of Questions [05:25] Building Relationships Through Questions [06:41] This is Strategy: Focus on Questions [10:21] Gamifying Questions [11:34] Conversations as Infinite Games [15:32] Creating Tension with Questions [20:46] Effective Questioning Techniques [23:21] Empathy and Engagement [34:33] Strategy and Culture [35:22] Microsoft's Transformation [36:00] Global Perspectives on Questions [39:39] Caring in a Challenging World Resources Mentioned The Dip by Seth Godin Linchpin by Seth Godin Purple Cow by Seth Godin Tribes by Seth Godin This Is Marketing by Seth Godin The Carbon Almanac This is Strategy by Seth Godin Seth's Blog What Does it Sound Like When You Change Your Mind? by Seth Godin Value Creation Masterclass by Seth Godin on Udemy The Strategy Deck by Seth Godin Taylor Swift Jimmy Smith Jimmy Smith Curated Questions Episode Supercuts Priya Parker Techstars Satya Nadella Microsoft Steve Ballmer Acumen Jerry Colonna Unleashing the Idea Virus by Seth Godin Tim Ferriss podcast with Seth Godin Seth Godin website Beauty Pill Producer Ben Ford Questions Asked When did you first understand the power of questions? What do you do to get under the layer to really get down to those lower levels? Is it just follow-up questions, mindset, worldview, and how that works for you? How'd you get this job anyway? What are things like around here? What did your boss do before they were your boss? Wow did you end up with this job? Why are questions such a big part of This is Strategy? If you had to charge ten times as much as you charge now, what would you do differently? If it had to be free, what would you do differently? Who's it for, and what's it for? What is the change we seek to make? How did you choose the questions for The Strategy Deck? How big is our circle of us? How many people do I care about? Is the change we're making contagious? Are there other ways to gamify the use of questions? Any other thoughts on how questions might be gamified? How do we play games with other people where we're aware of what it would be for them to win and for us to win? What is it that you're challenged by? What is it that you want to share? What is it that you're afraid of? If there isn't a change, then why are we wasting our time? Can you define tension? What kind of haircut do you want? How long has it been since your last haircut? How might one think about intentionally creating that question? What factors should someone think about as they use questions to create tension? How was school today? What is the kind of interaction I'm hoping for over time? How do I ask a different sort of question that over time will be answered with how was school today? Were there any easy questions on your math homework? Did anything good happen at school today? What tension am I here to create? What wrong questions continue to be asked? What temperature is it outside? When the person you could have been meets the person you are becoming, is it going to be a cause for celebration or heartbreak? What are the questions we're going to ask each other? What was life like at the dinner table when you were growing up? What are we really trying to accomplish? How do you have this cogent two sentence explanation of what you do? How many clicks can we get per visit? What would happen if there was a webpage that was designed to get you to leave? What were the questions that were being asked by people in authority at Yahoo in 1999? How did the stock do today? Is anything broken? What can you do today that will make the stock go up tomorrow? What are risks worth taking? What are we doing that might not work but that supports our mission? What was the last thing you did that didn't work, and what did we learn from it? What have we done to so delight our core customers that they're telling other people? How has your international circle informed your life of questions? What do I believe that other people don't believe? What do I see that other people don't see? What do I take for granted that other people don't take for granted? What would blank do? What would Bob do? What would Jill do? What would Susan do? What happened to them? What system are they in that made them decide that that was the right thing to do? And then how do we change the system? How given the state of the world, do you manage to continue to care as much as you do? Do you walk to school or take your lunch? If you all can only care if things are going well, then what does that mean about caring? Should I have spent the last 50 years curled up in a ball? How do we go to the foundation and create community action?…
Gossip Without Prejudice profiles disbarments, misconduct, and the criminal antics of lawyers everywhere. Join the COO of Hemmat Law John Avi Socha and producer Lindsey Costlow weekly as we laugh our way through the pain, discuss current events, and advocate for positive change in the legal industry through gripping storytelling. We promise plenty of insight, humor, and maybe a guest or two.
Gossip Without Prejudice profiles disbarments, misconduct, and the criminal antics of lawyers everywhere. Join the COO of Hemmat Law John Avi Socha and producer Lindsey Costlow weekly as we laugh our way through the pain, discuss current events, and advocate for positive change in the legal industry through gripping storytelling. We promise plenty of insight, humor, and maybe a guest or two.
BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS! From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience. Our first commentary episode! This week, John and Lindsey tackle some hot topics making waves outside the courtroom. First, they discuss the looming TikTok ban and break down the crypto rug pull tied to the infamous Hawk Tuah girl and her newest meme coin. In the main segment, John and Lindsey dive into a revealing study that looks back on two decades of law student satisfaction. They explore how experiences differ based on race, what the numbers tell us about systemic inequities, and what it all means for the future of the legal profession. Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction 0:19 - In the news: Hawk Tuah girl rugpull 6:51 - Tik Tok ban was upheld 9:29 - Will Tik Tok be sold? 12:26 - Law school surveys and data to consider 19:08 - Debt levels and how they differ between races 25:27 - Satisfaction with law school 33:56 - Student satisfaction towards career services 37:23 - “It’s easy to get through law school” 43:09 - Lindsey Takes The Bar Exam (Yet again!!) 50:08 - Episode wrap-up CONNECT WITH US…
BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS! From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience. Welcome back to another episode of Gossip Without Prejudice! This week, John and Lindsey return for more trouble in a “War Story” featuring John Milton Merritt, the Oklahoma attorney who betrayed the trust of some of the most vulnerable clients he could. From stealing funds meant for orphans to defrauding injured clients for hundreds of thousands, Merritt’s shocking crimes highlight the devastating consequences of greed within the legal profession. John and Lindsey unpack the details of Merritt’s scheme and of course, his downfall. They explore how his actions came to light, the impact on his victims, and the implications for others in like his clients. Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction 1:42 - War Story 5:34 - “He fabricated a court order” 9:30 - “He stole over $300,000” 13:04 - The mother finally discovers what’s going on 18:04 - It’s not over yet.. 24:04 - “His sentencing was scheduled for May” 30:26 - Lindsey Takes The Bar Exam…
BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS! From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience. Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice, where we share the scandalous tales of lawyers gone rogue! This week, John and Lindsey take a look at the “War Story” of Marc Dreier, the disgraced lawyer who orchestrated a Ponzi scheme so elaborate it rivaled Bernie Madoff’s. From impersonating executives to forging documents, Dreier’s bold crimes shook the legal world and landed him behind bars - and how he was caught by a secretary. They dig into the details of his audacious schemes, the ripple effects on his victims, and the sheer hubris that led to his downfall. Could there have been warning signs, or was this guy really an evil genius? Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction 1:01 - “War Story” segment 6:32 - “Facing two counts of DUI…” 10:46 - “6 years pass..” 12:32 - What other professions have ethics regulations? 15:36 - Next “War Story” segment 17:37 - “Suspended for non-payment of dues..” 22:25 - Fast forward to April 1995 23:53 - Family law case and an eviction 27:05 - “His license was suspended and no lawsuit was filed” 28:52 - Finally things caught up with him.. 33:08 - LTBE segment 38:34 - Reviewing the answer 42:23 - Episode wrap-up CONNECT WITH US…
BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS! From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience. Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice, where the courtroom chaos is messier than ever! This week, hosts John Socha and Lindsey Costlow unravel two outrageous “War Stories” packed with drugs, alcohol, and more disastrous decisions – including an attorney charged with harassing his own staff (and who wasn't fired for it). But the drama doesn’t stop there—John and Lindsey examine what drives these shocking breaches of ethics and examine the lasting impact they have on the legal profession. Ft. accidental airport rock smuggling. And, of course, no episode would be complete without the ever-hilarious Lindsey Takes the Bar Exam! Can Lindsey crack the code of this week’s tricky question, or will she be left baffled by legalese yet again? Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction 6:04 - First ‘War Story’ 7:45 - “JUST two days later…” 12:43 - “After assaulting one of his co-workers” 15:25 - “One month later he pled guilty” 23:26 - Beginning of the second ‘War Story’ 27:19 - “After violating his probation twice” 30:19 - “At least 4 bench warrants” 33:17 - “Charged with indecent exposure..” 36:36 - “The state bar finally opened an investigation” 39:50 - Lindsey Takes The Bar Exam! (Again) CONNECT WITH US…
BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS! From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience. This week, hosts John and Lindsey dive into a jaw-dropping case involving a defense attorney, court documents drenched in liquid meth, and the unexpected role of a pair of court dress shoes in an operation designed to get drugs into the King County Jail masterminded by a partner at one of Seattle's largest criminal defense firms. In addition, the hosts take a closer look at the potential sale of InfoWars and discuss what could be next for the controversial media outlet. John offers a unique perspective on the legal and financial implications of the case and how it might all play out. Of course, no episode would be complete without Lindsey facing off against another challenging bar exam question. Will she rise to the occasion or stumble in the legal labyrinth? Tune in to find out! Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction, “InfoWars” sale 7:01 - Another story hot off the press 11:00 - More background on the charges 15:13 - One sheet of this paper was worth over $4,800 18:04 - Reviewing the timeline 21:19 - Law firms and partnerships 25:27 - Arrest 34:12 - Lindsey Takes The Bar Exam 39:26 - Episode wrap-up CONNECT WITH US SOURCES: https://www.mywsba.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Default.aspx?TabID=1538&Usr_ID=000000026050 https://www.justice.gov/usao-or/pr/washington-state-defense-attorney-facing-federal-charges-smuggling-drugs-correctional#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20indictment%2C%20Sheeran,at%20KCCF%20during%20legal%20visits . https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/law-justice/pierce-county-attorney-accused-of-smuggling-drugs-to-people-in-jail/ https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/article294856154.html https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/crime/article294383909.html…
BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS! From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience. Welcome back to Gossip Without Prejudice! In this episode, guest Paige Blake returns with Part 2 of an unforgettable War Story featuring the daring (or dubious?) “Michael Bennington” and a gripping tale of self-defense—if that’s really what it was. Join us for another round of jaw-dropping legal drama, outrageous lawyer antics, and a sprinkle of bar exam chaos as Lindsey tackles this week’s challenging question. Don’t miss your weekly fix of lawyers behaving badly and all the messy courtroom intrigue you crave! Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction 1:01 - “War Story” segment 6:32 - “Facing two counts of DUI…” 10:46 - “6 years pass..” 12:32 - What other professions have ethics regulations? 15:36 - Next “War Story” segment 17:37 - “Suspended for non-payment of dues..” 22:25 - Fast forward to April 1995 23:53 - Family law case and an eviction 27:05 - “His license was suspended and no lawsuit was filed” 28:52 - Finally things caught up with him.. 33:08 - LTBE segment 38:34 - Reviewing the answer 42:23 - Episode wrap-up CONNECT WITH US…
BONUS PRESEASON RECORDINGS! From October to December 2024, we sat down and recorded some episodes to get a feel for how this podcasting thing works. They are rough, we get things wrong, but we decided to release them anyway as a thanks to our audience. Main Episode Description: Welcome to Gossip Without Prejudice – the podcast where we profile misconduct across the legal industry, while also (hopefully) humanizing the profession too! Join hosts John Socha and Lindsey Costlow each week as they cover the latest in legal news, gossip and drama – interview novice and veteran practitioners, examine REAL legal cases and much more! From authentic discussion about the legal industry and tips on how you can guide your career – to unbelievable stories of judges, lawyers and other officers of the court behaving less than optimally. In this inaugural bonus episode, John and Lindsey are joined by Hemmat Law’s very own Paige Blake, a 3rd year law student. Together they check out a recent story featuring the Washington state court systems, explore Paige’s legal journey so far and examine a case involving a janitor, dancer and a bad set of stairs. Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction 0:33 - Meeting Paige 1:03 - “What brought you to law school?” 2:38 - WA State courts were recently hacked 3:54 - What was affected? 10:45 - More updates and the case for access 13:44 - A new reduction in case loads 15:44 - “More people are taking the bar exam” 17:22 - “Lindsey Takes The Bar” segment 23:32 - Episode wrap-up CONNECT WITH US LinkedIn: Lindsey Costlow John Avi Socha CONNECT WITH HEMMAT LAW Website: https://hemmatlaw.com/ Sources: Seattle Times article Pierce report Snohomish PDF on Odyssey Whitman County article Benton county district court pdf Benton website update from 11/5 2013 court hack article WA courts original facebook post GWP is a Hemmat Interactive Production.…
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