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Life on overdrive: won’t stop can’t stop. Can she slow down?
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10/09/23 • 20 min
In this candid episode of "The Velvet Hammer," seasoned trial lawyer Karen Kohler takes listeners behind the scenes of her intense and demanding career, revealing the struggles and triumphs that come with fighting high-stakes legal battles. After decades in the field, Karen reflects on her journey from being one of the youngest members in the exclusive ABOTA trial bar to managing a bustling law firm, all while navigating the personal and professional challenges that come with it. She shares her internal conflict about dedicating time to legal organizations versus her moral missions and personal life. Karen openly discusses her relentless work ethic, the adrenaline of winning cases, and the perpetual quest for justice that keeps her going, even amidst the burnout that many lawyers face. Despite her packed schedule and the constant pull between career, causes, and personal life, Karen remains unapologetically passionate about her work, while also acknowledging the importance of family and close friends. Tune in to explore the intricate balance of a life fully lived in the pursuit of justice, and the contemplation of what truly matters when the gavel finally rests.
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03/04/21 • 25 min
S1 Episode 39: Our fear of failure – one big reason why plaintiff lawyers don’t try more cases.
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05/14/20 • 34 min
Finding Free Time: The Unfamiliar Territory of a Trial Lawyer
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10/21/24 • 18 min
In this episode, The Velvet Hammer, Karen Koehler, takes us inside the rarest of occurrences—having free time. As someone who thrives on the chaos of running a law firm and being a trial lawyer, Karen shares the weird feeling of clearing her inbox and having no immediate fires to put out. But instead of relaxing, she wrestles with how to slow down when her instinct is always to keep going. Listen in as Karen humorously reflects on trying to unwind and figuring out what to do with all that extra time.
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Why I let sexual microaggressions slide – and wish I hadn’t.
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07/10/23 • 23 min
This episode of The Velvet Hammer provides listeners with an eye-opening glimpse into the challenges faced by women in the legal profession. Karen delves into uncomfortable encounters she's experienced over the years in her legal career, exploring how these actions were a form of microaggression and a display of power dynamics. She examines the reasons why women, including herself, often ignore or downplay such situations, aiming to be seen as equal professionals rather than being defined by their gender or appearance.
Tune in to hear why she let sexual microaggressions slide – and wish she hadn’t.
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How many episodes does The Velvet Hammer have?
The Velvet Hammer currently has 119 episodes available.
What topics does The Velvet Hammer cover?
The podcast is about Lawyer, Podcasts, Arts, Business, Seattle and Law School.
What is the most popular episode on The Velvet Hammer?
The episode title 'Why I let sexual microaggressions slide – and wish I hadn’t.' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Velvet Hammer?
The average episode length on The Velvet Hammer is 26 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Velvet Hammer released?
Episodes of The Velvet Hammer are typically released every 8 days, 16 hours.
When was the first episode of The Velvet Hammer?
The first episode of The Velvet Hammer was released on Sep 10, 2019.
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