Counsel for the State
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COVID-19: Price Gouging and Scams
Counsel for the State
04/08/20 • 37 min
In the first episode of Counsel for the State's second season, we explore consumer protection issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Consumer Protection Division Chief Brett DeLange joins Brian Kane and Scott Graf to discuss Idaho's price gouging law and COVID-19-related scams.

Consumer Protection Specialists
Counsel for the State
02/06/20 • 41 min
The Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division interacts with more than 1,000 Idahoans each month. Assisting these constituents is a team of dedicated OAG employees who do some of the division’s most important and visible work. They are not attorneys, but rather specialists who must be well-versed in things like fraud, the latest scams, motor vehicle issues as well as landlord and tenant matters. Guests include Lee Post and Rachelle Littau, two specialists who help Idahaons with consumer-related issues every day.

Episode 13: The AG's Role During the Legislative Session
Counsel for the State
01/07/20 • 31 min
One of Attorney General Lawrence Wasden's highest profile roles as the state's attorney is advising lawmakers during their annual legislative session. With the 2020 session underway, OAG legislative liaison Brian Kane sits down with Counsel for the State host Scott Graf to discuss the working relationship between the Office of the Attorney General and state lawmakers.

Episode 12: The Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses
Counsel for the State
12/13/19 • 38 min
Idaho state government is made up of a number of offices and departments we hear about on a regular basis. But it’s also comprised of numerous agencies, commissions, bureaus and boards that don’t often make headlines, but that play an important role in our state’s day-to-day. In this episode of Counsel for the State, we’ll introduce you to a body that plays a very important function in our state, but that sometimes flies under the radar: the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses.

Episode 11: Election Recounts and the OAG
Counsel for the State
11/20/19 • 30 min
Earlier this month, Idahoans went to the polls and cast ballots on Election Day. In most contests, the outcomes were clear. In a few others, that was not the case. In this episode of Counsel for the State, we discuss post-election matters that can involve the Office of the Attorney General. With Deputy Attorney General Robert Berry and Assistant Chief Deputy Brian Kane.

Episode 10: Open Meetings and Public Records
Counsel for the State
10/18/19 • 43 min
Our 10th podcast examines an issue near and dear to Attorney General Lawrence Wasden: government transparency. Journalist Betsy Russell joins A.G. Wasden and Deputy Attorney General Brian Kane to discuss the state's open meeting and public records laws, as well as the annual seminars the office conducts to educate reporters, citizens and government officials on transparency.

Episode 9: Idaho Legal Aid Services
Counsel for the State
09/26/19 • 39 min
An in-depth visit with officials from Idaho Legal Aid Services, a non-profit law firm that helps low income Idahoans access the state's legal system through advocacy and education. With Executive Director Jim Cook and Deputy Director Sunrise Ayers.

Episode 8: National Association of Attorneys General
Counsel for the State
08/30/19 • 32 min
The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) was formed in 1907 and has members representing 56 American states and other jurisdictions. But what does it do? And how does a state like Idaho benefit from being part of such a group? We explore those questions and much more with NAAG Executive Director Chris Toth and Deputy Executive Director Al Lama during their recent visit to Boise.

Episode 7: ICAC - Keeping Children Safe Online
Counsel for the State
08/15/19 • 39 min
Housed in the Attorney General's Criminal Law Division, the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Unit is tasked with an incredibly important duty. Officers investigate crimes in which suspects have used the internet to prey on young people. This episode offers a glimpse into the unit, as well as tips and resources for parents to help keep their kids safe online. With ICAC Commander Chris McCormick and Investigator Mark Dalton.

Season 2, Episode 2: Idaho's New Charitable Asset Law
Counsel for the State
06/10/20 • 31 min
Did you know Idahoans donate to more than 4,500 charities and non-profits each year? These entities hold more than $9 billion in assets and employ more than 50,000 people. And during the 2020 legislative session, Idaho lawmakers created a new law to help beef up oversight. During this episode of Counsel for the State, we discuss the new law, its origins and the attorney general's role in enforcing it. With guests Brian Kane and Brett DeLange.
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How many episodes does Counsel for the State have?
Counsel for the State currently has 32 episodes available.
What topics does Counsel for the State cover?
The podcast is about News, Podcasts and Government.
What is the most popular episode on Counsel for the State?
The episode title 'COVID-19: Price Gouging and Scams' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Counsel for the State?
The average episode length on Counsel for the State is 33 minutes.
How often are episodes of Counsel for the State released?
Episodes of Counsel for the State are typically released every 29 days, 19 hours.
When was the first episode of Counsel for the State?
The first episode of Counsel for the State was released on Mar 29, 2019.
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