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Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & Mélissa Malebranche

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Hosted by Mélissa Malebranche, Michael Foote

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<p>What happens when your Uber driver gets pulled over while you're in the backseat? How do OnlyFans creators incorporate an LLC to remain anonymous? How can you fight ICE without getting off the couch?&nbsp;</p> <p>Welcome to&nbsp;Brief Recess, hosted by everyone's favorite TikTok lawyer Michael Foote and his best friend M&eacute;lissa Malebranche. Together they break down crazy news stories, share hilarious anecdotes from criminal court, answer pressing legal questions from callers, and teach listeners how to short-circuit democracy to effect real change in their communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Tune in! Or we'll see you in court.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

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September 17, 2026

Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: What Happens Now? (w. Liza Treyger)

Michael Foote and Mélissa Malebranche interview comedian Liza Treyger about her career and discuss the Lindsay Clancy mistrial.

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September 3, 2026

Trump Isn't Friends With Dolly Parton or George Washington (w. Hannah Solow)

Michael Foote and Mélissa Malebranche interview Broadway understudy Hannah Solow about her unique experiences and discuss current events.

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August 27, 2026

From Reality TV to the Republican Party (w. Suzanne Lambert)

Hosts Michael Foote and Mélissa Malebranche interview Suzanne Lambert about representation in politics and her viral social media commentary.

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<p>What happens when your Uber driver gets pulled over while you're in the backseat? How do OnlyFans creators incorporate an LLC to remain anonymous? How can you fight ICE without getting off the couch?&nbsp;</p> <p>Welcome to&nbsp;Brief Recess, hosted by everyone's favorite TikTok lawyer Michael Foote and his best friend M&eacute;lissa Malebranche. Together they break down crazy news stories, share hilarious anecdotes from criminal court, answer pressing legal questions from callers, and teach listeners how to short-circuit democracy to effect real change in their communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Tune in! Or we'll see you in court.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
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