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My BarStory

My BarStory

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association

The Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association is proud to bring you the most compelling content, and to bring our commitment to the Rule of Law to your favorite podcast stream. As our Bar approached its 150th Anniversary with Legacy 150, you'll hear the impact our Bar has had on some of Northeast Ohio's most distinguished legal leaders. You'll also hear from a new generation, ready to take on work and life with optimism and courage. We honor the past, we look to the future, and we wanna have some fun! Watch our feed for frequent updates!

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best My BarStory episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to My BarStory for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite My BarStory episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Taft Partners Adrian Thompson, CMBA President, and Phil Bautista, a CMBF Fellow, discuss their mentors and role models, the challenges faced by lawyers of color, and the importance of the CMBA in their growth as leaders.

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My BarStory - My BarStory - 15 Jay Milano
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03/19/23 • 37 min

Our Bar is full of distinguished lawyers with amazing stories. But no one tells us a story like Cuyahoga County Bar Association Past President Jay Milano. In this special edition of My BarStory, Jay talks about why service to several local Bars has been a lifetime highlight. He also takes us on a journey through his career, with stories of Snoop Dog, having his life threatened in a courtroom, and the good old days at the Theatrical Grill.

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The topic is Women Advancing to Bar Leadership, and telling this week's My BarStory are two voices from the bench: Shaker Heights Municipal Court Judge Anne Walton Keller, and 11th District Court of Appeals Judge Mary Jane Trapp. Both of these successful women credit the CMBA and the CCBA for their growth as leaders. They also talk about their shared friendship and memories of the late Judge K.J. Montgomery.

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Judge Solomon Oliver, Jr. is on the bench for the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, and retired Judge Ronald B. Adrine served for most of his career for the Cleveland Municipal Court. They are acclaimed as jurists, but also for lifting up those who seek justice and hope. The pair spoke with CMBA Director of Donor and Member Engagement Mary Groth

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We interrupt your podcast feed this week for a special My BarStory Celebrity Edition, and we are talking about Hollywood A-listers! Chef Michael Symon, and Anthony and Angela Russo of AGBO, blockbuster movie producers, are joined by Anthony and Angela's cousin and our President, Judge John J. Russo. As part of Judge Russo's Fit to Practice theme for this Bar year, these old friends talk about healthy eating and their love of Cleveland food. Part two of our conversation includes talk about the best food in Cleveland, and the one restaurant that is best visited after a night out.
To listen and subscribe to My BarStory, visit clemetrobar.org/podcasts.

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My BarStory - My BarStory - 36 Lori Wald and Regan Sieperda
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08/13/23 • 33 min

Mindfulness isn't just some fancy fad – it’s like a secret weapon for your brain, and science totally vouches for it! Get ready to dive into the world of mindfulness with none other than the experts themselves. Join Lori Wald, the former CMBA Mental Health and Wellness Chair and a certified mindfulness pro, along with the current Chair, Regan Sieperda. Together, they offer some basics of mindfulness and offer savvy tips and tricks to infuse a dash of zen into your daily grind.
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My BarStory - My BarStory - 24 Alan Kopit and Mary Groth
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05/21/23 • 36 min

Alan Kopit has an amazing career, as a long-time partner with Hahn Loeser & Parks LLC, as a White House Fellow, and as a TV lawyer on the Today Show. In this special edition of My BarStory, CMBA Director of Donor and Member Engagement Mary Groth digs deep into Alan’s fascinating history.

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Karyn Washington is an attorney and active CMBA leader. She also has an extraordinary story to tell about struggle, perseverance and success. Karyn was denied the opportunity to take the Bar exam after spending years learning the law, all while struggling with a debilitating mental illness. She worked for years to heal and recover. Karyn is sharing her story with CMBA President Matt Besser, and with all of us in hopes that those who are suffering will recognize that help is available, and the future can once again be filled with promise.
This episode contains honest discussions of suicide and other trauma. It might not be appropriate for some listeners.

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This week's MyBarstory podcast features an honest discussion about Celebrating the Lived Experiences of Black Attorneys. This challenging and compelling conversation was recorded on the last day of Black History Month. Moderated by Judge Lasheyl N. Stroud of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, attorneys Brandon Brown, Leslie S. Johns, and Ron V. Johnson share their obstacles and opportunities as Black lawyers in Cleveland.

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To dream the impossible dream
To fight the unbeatable foe
To bear with unbearable sorrow
To run where the brave dare not go
Those lyrics inspired one of Cleveland's most successful careers in litigation. Steven S. Kaufman has an amazing track record of delivering for his clients, including Hillary Clinton, the City of Cleveland, and his friend Lee Fisher. Dean Lee Fisher of the Cleveland State University College of Law was honored to interview Steve, and Dean Fisher has no shortage of accomplishments of his own! In this episode, the two old friends talk about Steve's outstanding career, and his lessons for current law students considering a career as a litigator.

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FAQ

How many episodes does My BarStory have?

My BarStory currently has 71 episodes available.

What topics does My BarStory cover?

The podcast is about Legacy, History, Cleveland, Law, Legal, Justice, Podcasts and Business.

What is the most popular episode on My BarStory?

The episode title 'My BarStory - 13 Hugh McKay, Lori Urogdy Eiler and Mary Groth' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on My BarStory?

The average episode length on My BarStory is 31 minutes.

How often are episodes of My BarStory released?

Episodes of My BarStory are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of My BarStory?

The first episode of My BarStory was released on Sep 10, 2022.

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