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The Impact of the Judge on a Trial's Outcome
24:46 - 33:53 (09:07)
The role of a judge is crucial in determining the outcome of a trial, especially if the defendant is a person of distinction. Curiosity about the judge who presided over a trial that restored a little bit of faith in the justice system led to insights into the power of their role outside of the courtroom too.
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Analysis of the trial of Alex Murdaugh and how the prosecution wrestled back the pendulum after Harvey Keitel’s testimony, with the mention of John Meadors’ effective closing.
24:46 - 26:25 (01:39)
Summary
Analysis of the trial of Alex Murdaugh and how the prosecution wrestled back the pendulum after Harvey Keitel’s testimony, with the mention of John Meadors’ effective closing.
ChapterThe Impact of the Judge on a Trial's Outcome
EpisodeRLRC Daily 3/6/23 | The Murdaugh Verdict
PodcastReal Life Real Crime
The speaker criticized a judge's performance at a trial, particularly the long pauses he took and slow pace of questioning witnesses.
26:25 - 27:58 (01:33)
Summary
The speaker criticized a judge's performance at a trial, particularly the long pauses he took and slow pace of questioning witnesses.
ChapterThe Impact of the Judge on a Trial's Outcome
EpisodeRLRC Daily 3/6/23 | The Murdaugh Verdict
PodcastReal Life Real Crime
A reporter for ABC News got an exclusive interview with a juror from a high-profile trial who discussed the emotional impact of serving on a jury.
27:58 - 29:46 (01:48)
Summary
A reporter for ABC News got an exclusive interview with a juror from a high-profile trial who discussed the emotional impact of serving on a jury.
ChapterThe Impact of the Judge on a Trial's Outcome
EpisodeRLRC Daily 3/6/23 | The Murdaugh Verdict
PodcastReal Life Real Crime
The trial of Derek Chauvin has restored faith in the judicial system because the outcome of the trial showcased that no one is above the law, regardless of their level of fame or infamy in the community.
29:46 - 33:53 (04:07)
Summary
The trial of Derek Chauvin has restored faith in the judicial system because the outcome of the trial showcased that no one is above the law, regardless of their level of fame or infamy in the community. Judge Newman, who presided over the case, has proven to be the prototypical perfect judge.