Chapter
Reflections on Working as a Lawyer in the DA’s Office
27:32 - 36:54 (09:21)
A former lawyer reflects on their time working as a prosecutor in the DA's office, explaining how the focus is on doing justice and the right thing rather than getting convictions. They also discuss the fascinating nature of the criminal justice system and exploring why it does what it does.
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A former prosecutor reflects on why she chose to work in the DA's office, the power dynamic that comes with the role of prosecutor, and the fascination with the criminal justice system as a means of responding to the human condition.
27:32 - 31:14 (03:42)
Summary
A former prosecutor reflects on why she chose to work in the DA's office, the power dynamic that comes with the role of prosecutor, and the fascination with the criminal justice system as a means of responding to the human condition.
ChapterReflections on Working as a Lawyer in the DA’s Office
Episode#320: The Art of Hospitality: An Interview With Entrepreneur and Hotelier Liz Lambert
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In this podcast episode, Liz Lambert, former lawyer and now successful hotelier and designer, discusses her journey from law to design, her interest in creating spaces for people who are not usually seen, and her admiration for Christopher Alexander's book, A Pattern Language.
31:14 - 35:17 (04:02)
Summary
In this podcast episode, Liz Lambert, former lawyer and now successful hotelier and designer, discusses her journey from law to design, her interest in creating spaces for people who are not usually seen, and her admiration for Christopher Alexander's book, A Pattern Language.
ChapterReflections on Working as a Lawyer in the DA’s Office
Episode#320: The Art of Hospitality: An Interview With Entrepreneur and Hotelier Liz Lambert
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The story of an attempt to revive a 24-room hotel/motel along Congress Avenue in Austin highlights the challenges of turning old and historic urban buildings into successful ventures.
35:17 - 36:54 (01:36)
Summary
The story of an attempt to revive a 24-room hotel/motel along Congress Avenue in Austin highlights the challenges of turning old and historic urban buildings into successful ventures. The plan was to redo the hotel room by room and make it an attractive place close to downtown, but the marketing nightmare and low-income customers made the plan fall apart.