A podcast featuring two sitting women state Supreme Court justices discussing their experiences on their state‘s highest court. Featuring Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia.
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Established in 1836, the same year Arkansas joined the Union, the Arkansas Supreme Court has a long and storied history. Initially composed of just three justices, the court has expanded over the years to accommodate the growing complexities of the state’s legal system. Today, the court consists of seven justices who are elected by the public in nonpartisan elections to serve eight-year terms.
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Connecting people with policy. For AR People informs, equips, and empowers Arkansans to take ownership of their state government. Oh, and we hold our elected leaders accountable, too. Join us!
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Season 5, Episode 1: A Life for Liberty, An Interview with Randy Barnett
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In this special Constitution Day episode of Lady Justice: Women of the Court, hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia sit down with Randy Barnett, the Patrick Hotung Professor of Constitutional Law at Georgetown University and Director of the Georgetown Center for the Constitution. Together, they dive into a t…
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The Arkansas Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in the state of Arkansas. As the court of last resort, it plays a crucial role in interpreting state law and ensuring the fair and just application of legal principles. Its decisions set legal precedents that impact not only the citizens of Arkansas but also contribute to the broader lega…
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Legal expert Dr. Bailey Fairbanks discusses the Arkansas Supreme Court
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In this episode of For AR People, we are thrilled to host legal expert Dr. Bailey Fairbanks, Assistant Professor at the University of Central Arkansas in the Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies. Dr. Fairbanks brings her extensive research in Public Law and American Politics to the table, discussing the pivotal role o…
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Season 4, Episode 8: Artificial Intelligence, Part Two with Justin Forkner and Stacey Marz
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In this insightful episode of the Lady Justice: Women of the Court podcast, hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the judicial system with esteemed guests: Justin Forkner, Chief Administrative Officer of the Indiana Judicial Branch, and Stacey Marz, Adminis…
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Natural State, Unnatural Hate: The fight for LGBTQ rights in Arkansas
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It's PRIDE month, y'all! Except that in Arkansas, y'all doesn't always mean everyone. Recently it was reported that Arkansas is the worst state to live in if you are LGBTQ, which is not surprising for queer people in the Natural State. Joining the pod to discuss this terrible reality is State Representative Tippi McCullough, the state's first openl…
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Fiscal recap + adoption curriculum curveball!
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Fiscal session is over (sorta) and we hit the high points. We'll also tell you about a weird new law requiring public schools to teach 6-12 graders about adoption. It's a bizarre as it sounds. Plus, Caleb, our social media wizard, joins the pod today. Join us!על ידי For AR People
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Season 4, Episode 7: Artificial Intelligence, Part One with Professor Amy Cyphert
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Dive into the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on the court system with hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia, along with special guest Professor Amy Cyphert. Professor Cyphert is a pioneering academic in AI at West Virginia University College of Law. She directs the ASPIRE…
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Season 4, Episode 6: Social Media Use by Public Officials, Impact of Lindke v. Freed
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Join hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia as they delve into the recent Supreme Court of the United States decision in Lindke v. Freed. Their discussion shines a light on how this ruling affects the public, public officials, and state court judges. Special guest Caroline Mackie, Partner at Poyner Spruill, L…
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2024 Fiscal Session Week 2 Recap
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Fiscal session week 2 recap is here. Mostly we talk lectern audit with a dash of crypto. Plus: crisis pregnancy centers, the Arkansas Abortion Amendment (SIGN IT ASAP), and taxpayers footing a very expensive bill for the Governor’s security. Taylor Swift and Willie Carlisle also get special mentions. All of this in exactly 28 minutes and zero secon…
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2024 Fiscal Session Week 1 Recap
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We're back! This series is all about fiscal session but we promise to include regular Arkansas political drama, too. From cognitive dissonance to rank dishonesty, we explore the nuances of fiscal policy-making and its impact on Arkansas communities. Join us as we navigate the tangled web of legislative decisions, from education funding to the wild …
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Season 4, Episode 5: New Partnership
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Join hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of the Arkansas Supreme Court and Justice Beth Walker of the West Virginia Supreme Court on the Lady Justice Podcast, now in partnership with the National Center for State Courts (NCSC). In this episode, they welcome Anna Blackburne-Rigsby, Chief Judge of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals and current President…
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Season 4, Episode 4: Justice Bus
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In this episode, the Lady Justices discuss the importance of equal access to justice. They welcome special guests Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Jeff Bivins and Anne-Lousie Wirthlin the Director of Access to Justice and Strategic Development for the Administrative Office of the Tennessee Courts. Justice Walker was live on location in Nashville Ten…
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Season 4, Episode 3: Reunion Special, The Girls Are Back In Town
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In this episode, Chief Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia and Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas welcome special guests, the original co-hosts, former Chief Justice Bridget McCormack of Michigan and former Justice Eva Guzman of Texas for a special reunion episode. The four lady justices share personal stories on the importance of connection and the …
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Season 4, Episode 2: To be Inspired
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In this episode, the Lady Justices welcome Claire Hudnell, a senior from Lakeside High School who aspires to be an appellate judge. Although the justices typically discuss their experiences on their state’s highest court, this episode has another purpose – to inspire, support, and encourage young women interested in the law and the judiciary. "Visi…
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Season 4, Episode 1: Premier, All Things Constitution
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In this episode, the Lady Justices will discuss all things Constitution in honor of Constitution Week. To celebrate the season 4 premiere episode the Lady Justices welcome special guest Jeffery Rosen, the president and Chief Executive Officer of the National Constitution Center, a highly regarded journalist, and Professor of law at the George Washi…
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The Impact of Losing Medicaid: Sarah's story
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As states clean up their Medicaid rolls post COVID-19, Arkansas is doing it in half the time. One major consequence is that over a hundred thousand residents have lost their health insurance. The majority of removals are for procedural reasons — think missing paperwork and incorrect mailing addresses. Today we're sharing one woman's experience with…
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LEARNS Act lawsuit and the Firehose of Falsehood
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The first thing Secretary Jacob Oliva did before Marvell-Elaine School District entered a contract with the Friendship Education Foundation? Fire everyone. The Governor and education Secretary Oliva are engaged in state-sponsored scare tactics in Marvell-Elaine, hoping plaintiffs will drop case against the LEARNS Act. Hannah and Gennie break down t…
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Do school board elections really matter?
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If you don't have kids, aren't in public school, or find budgets boring, why would a school board election even matter? We're here to tell you exactly why — and the great news is there are elections just around the corner on Tuesday, May 9th. Join us!על ידי For AR People
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Season 3, Episode 7: How We Work
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In this episode, in honor of the Institute for Well-Being in Law, Lawyer Well-Being Week, the Lady Justices will discuss their judicial research and how it ties into attorney well-being. Our Lady Justices share their unique approach in their respective positions to foster proactive support for change in lawyer well-being. For more information on La…
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Season 3, Episode 6: Discussion Over Division
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In this episode, the Lady Justices will discuss the power of civil discourse with special guest Director of the Liberty and Law Center, Assistant law professor with the Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University, JoAnn Koob. According to the Antonin Scalia Law School, the Public Discourse Project is a cutting-edge program that seeks to am…
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That's a Wrap: Arkansas Legislative Summary Part II
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In our part I overview of the 94th General Assembly, we told you about the supermajority's obsession with performative political games. In part II, Gennie and Hannah discuss the good policies Arleg left on the table, what they intentionally killed, and what they could have accomplished if they were motivated by helping, not hurting, Arkansans. Join…
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Policy Explained: Criminal Justice and Prison Sentencing
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Does requiring 100% time served for certain crimes keep us safe? For ten years Crossett native Richard Walton was a corrections officer at Cummins, a state prison that is part of the Arkansas Department of Corrections. Rich graciously took time to chat with us about his experience. Our talk covers what Arkansans should know about life inside state …
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That's a Wrap: Arkansas Legislative Roundup Week 13
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As we comb through the last 13 weeks, this is what materialized: the new governor and 2023 General Assembly squandered their chance to help regular Arkansans. By focusing on performative, extremist policy that doesn't actually solve problems, and by intentionally killing good bills that would have helped Arkansans, the supermajority chose scoring p…
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Running on Empty: Arkansas Legislative Roundup Week 12
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After almost 3 months of legislative proceedings, the 94th General Assembly is nearing its end. It appears as though everyone is running on empty these days — lawmakers, staffers, and those of us covering the legislative action.על ידי For AR People
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Own the libs, make em pay: Arkansas Legislative Roundup Week 10
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When lawmakers focus on "owning the libs" or rather, punishing the so-called radical left, their policy quickly deteriorates. After ten full weeks, it's time they focus on helping, not hurting Arkansans.על ידי For AR People
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Season 3, Episode 5: Public Confidence
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In this episode, the Lady Justices will discuss the National Center for State Courts' survey on public confidence in the courts. The judiciary can only exist with the trust and confidence of the people. Our Lady Justices delve into the importance of public confidence in the courts. They also detail how their respective courts work to improve confid…
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Keep Your Head Up: Arkansas Legislative Roundup Week 9
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It wasn't our favorite week in the Arkansas Legislature. We're kind of tired — mostly from the lack of principles, the punching down, and the attacks on Arkansans simply trying to live their lives. But even when things feel really bad, there's always a bit of hope to be found.על ידי For AR People
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The impact of LEARNS with special guest, Teacher Justin
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We have a special guest join us to discuss the impact of the LEARNS Act -- Hannah's former teacher, Justin.על ידי For AR People
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Support LEARNS or get WRECKED: Arkansas Legislative Roundup week 8
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Join Gennie and Hannah for the Arleg week 8 legislative roundup where we discuss the governor's attempt to strong arm perceived political foes, educators outshining the LEARNS Act, weird stuff the Senate said, and more!על ידי For AR People
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Season 3, Episode 4: State v. Federal
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In episode 24, the Lady Justices will discuss how state courts interact with federal courts. The Lady Justices also discuss judicial discipline and financial reporting in their states and the importance of public confidence in the court system. Former Chief Justice McCormack of Michigan shares exciting news about her transition as Chief Justice to …
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Season 3, Episode 3: Subject-Matter Courts
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In episode 23, the Lady Justices will discuss subject-matter division courts in their respective states, the different roles judges play, and sovereign immunity. The Lady Justices also share how acts of kindness have touched their lives recently.על ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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Season 3, Episode 2: Life After the Bench
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In Episode 22, the Lady Justices will discuss life after the bench, the rules in their states related to ending judicial service, challenges to those rules, and Michigan Chief Justice Bridget McCormack will make a special announcement. The Lady Justices all detail the importance of making way for this generation and the next generation as a crucial…
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Season 3, Episode 1: Premier, Shoot your Shot - Why Raising the State Claim Matters
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Welcome to the Season 3 Premiere of Lady Justice: Women of the Court. In honor of Constitution Day, the Lady Justices welcome special guest and author of 51 Imperfect Solutions: States and the Making of American Constitutional Law Chief Judge Jeffery S. Sutton of the 6th Circuit. Follow the link below to get your copy of Chief Judge Sutton's book 5…
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Season 3 Preview: What to Expect from Premier Featuring Chief Judge Jeffery Sutton
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Escalating constitutionalization, is there hope?על ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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Season 2, Episode 9: Live with the University of Akron School of Law
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In the final episode of season 2, the Lady Justices discuss their paths to becoming Supreme Court justices, how being a justice influences their writing style, and the importance of writing judicial opinions in plain language.על ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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Season 2, Episode 8: Organization Tips for Work and Home - Judicial Edition
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In this episode, the Lady Justices will discuss their work and home organization preferences as well as how managing these issues can impact legal professionals' well-being.על ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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Season 2, Episode 7: Jury Trials 101
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In this episode, the Lady Justices discuss the jury system and how they differ in various states. The Lady Justices also discuss women's critical role in shaping our jury systems.על ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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Season 2, Episode 6: Equal Access to Justice
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The Justices discuss Equal Access to Justiceעל ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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Season 2, Episode 5: Treatment Courts
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In this episode, the Lady Justices discuss Treatment and Drug Court Programs.על ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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Season 2, Episode 4: Lady Chief Justices
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In this episode, current and former Chief Justices describe the roles and responsibilities that come with the position. Chief Justice Maureen O'Connor of Ohio and Chief Justice Loretta Rush of Indiana join the program to share their experiences and insights.על ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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Season 2, Episode 3: Women and Law Conference - Live from Charleston, West Virginia
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Craving even more insight on career opportunities in the legal field? The women recently spoke at the When There are Nine conference at the University of Charleston in West Virginia, an event designed as a ‘for women, by women’ conversation for those considering a career in the law. Listen in as the justices discuss formative experiences that inspi…
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Season 2, Episode 2: Your Law School Questions Answered
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On this episode, the Lady Justices share their insight on how to succeed in law school based on listener questions that we received from students through social media and on our podcast voicemail. Joining the program is special guest Justice Carla Wong McMillian (shown right) of the Georgia Supreme Court.…
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Season 2, Episode 1: Premier, Why State Constitutions Matter
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In this Season 2 opener, we're once again celebrating Constitution Day! The justices discuss timely issues around state constitutions, like redistricting after the recent census. The women also discuss the most recent amendments to the constitutions in their states. Plus, what happens when states interpret the same general language in their constit…
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Season 1, Episode 11: Beyond Their Opinions
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Being a state Supreme Court justice is about much more than writing opinions on important cases. Justices are also responsible for overseeing the court system in their state. Part of this usually involves finding a passion and trying to affect change where they think it’s needed, whether that’s working to help children in foster care, studying the …
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Season 1, Episode 10: Go Your Own Way
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In some countries, Supreme Courts write an opinion as a whole court. After all, the law is the law and there should be one unified interpretation of it, right? Well, that’s not how things operate in the Unites States. Court decisions recognize openly that the law is not always clear and certain. A justice can write a dissent to explain why they thi…
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Season 1, Episode 9: A Path To Well-Being and Civility
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For years, lawyers have struggled with issues like depression, anxiety, and substance abuse at a rate higher than the general population. The women discuss how, historically, there’s been a hands-off approach by the profession to addressing these issues, but that this is changing in some big ways. We hear from a national expert, Bree Buchanan, who …
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Season 1, Episode 8: Legal Crusaders
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In this episode, the justices examine the lives of women legal crusaders you may not have heard about. Also, the latest numbers are out about the state of women in law firms, which calls for a discussion examining why it might be that women go to law school at the same rate as men yet there remains a significant lack of women in law firm leadership…
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Season 1, Episode 7: Justice Personified
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On this episode, examining the female figure that has become the moral face of the court system: Lady Justice. We see statues of Lady Justice in courthouses across America - the scales, the blindfold, the sword. The women discuss what the imagery means to them personally after some reflection and scholarly reading. We’ll also hear from Yale Law Sch…
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Season 1, Episode 6: May It Please The Court
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Most Supreme Court cases are decided based on written briefs submitted by attorneys. But sometimes the Court grants oral argument in a case and attorneys have the opportunity to speak directly to the justices in the courtroom. Justices generally know where they stand going in to oral argument. Can oral argument be so effective it changes the mind o…
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Season 1, Episode 5: A Seat At The Table
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The women take questions during a virtual event by the Women’s Chapter of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. Topics include women in leadership and balancing a high-demand career with the responsibilities of motherhood. Plus, holiday memories and good reads!על ידי Arkansas Supreme Court
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