Episode 1: Let's Talk About the Word That Hurts: The R-Word

10/30/24 • 16 min

This week on The Lawmas Podcast, Lauren & Lacey aren't getting political, and they want to address the use of the R-word. They have seen on social media, on Facebook, from some of their friends, family, people that we follow are using the word in this political climate.

Lacey shares her personal experience and emphasizes how using disability-related terms as insults affects the special needs community. They both acknowledge that while this word was once a medical diagnosis, it's now outdated and inappropriate, stressing the importance of treating everyone with respect regardless of their intellectual capabilities.

The conversation then shifts to Lauren's experience with special needs planning and her cousin with autism. They discuss how people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities are unique individuals with distinct personalities, often reflecting their parents' traits rather than fitting into stereotypes. The hosts conclude by encouraging listeners to be mindful of their language both online and offline, reminding them that social media posts can have real-world consequences, particularly in legal settings.

Lauren and Lacey can be reached at [email protected] or The Lawmas on Instagram and Facebook.

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Lauren and Lacey can be reached at [email protected] or The Lawmas on Instagram and Facebook.

#rword #specialneeds #thelawmaspodcast #disabilities #legalpodcasts #mompodcasts

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Episode 2: Our Town, Her Crime: Thoughts On Susan Smith

In this episode of The Lawmas Podcast, Lauren & Lacey, from Union, South Carolina, discuss the Susan Smith case from their unique hometown perspective. They were young children when Smith murdered her two sons, Michael and Alex, by driving her car into John D. Long Lake in 1994. They share personal memories from that time, including the community's initial belief in Smith's fabricated story about her children being kidnapped by a man at a traffic light in Monarch, and the fear that gripped their small town before the truth emerged just days later.

Lauren & Lacey delve into the legal aspects of the case, explaining how Smith's actions led to South Carolina establishing true life sentences without parole. They discuss her upcoming parole hearing and share insider perspectives, including Lauren's mother potentially being called as a witness due to knowing Smith when she was a candy striper at the local hospital. Listen to learn their perspectives!

Lauren & Lacey can be reached at [email protected] and can be found on TheLawmas on Instagram and Facebook!

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Episode 3: About The Lawmas

After two episodes, it's time to go back and share how Lauren & Lacey started The Lawmas Podcast!

Lacey and Lauren have been friends since middle school and went to the University of South Carolina together, where they were both in the marching band.
Lacey practices criminal defense law, while Lauren practices in the estate planning and civil cases. They have very different areas of legal expertise.
Both are Moms! Lacey has two young boys, while Lauren has two young daughters. Being moms has really impacted their lives, and they will share more on future episodes!
Both Lacey and Lauren were initially unsure about pursuing law - Lacey was a broadcast journalism major and Lauren considered medical school. But they ended up at USC Law together.
The hosts tease future podcast topics, including potentially discussing high-profile cases like the Murdaugh saga, since they are South Carolina natives.

Lauren & Lacey can be reached at [email protected]

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