5 Law & Media Podcasts: Navigating the Court of Public Opinion 🏛️👩‍⚖️

On the Media

Trump’s Executive Order on Public Media Is Here. Plus, the Murdoch’s Real Succession Drama

What’s better than an award-winning public radio show hosted by two award-winning journalists? Hosts Brooke Gladstone and Micah Loewinger tackle the biggest media stories with clarity, depth, and no-nonsense analysis.

On the Media is educational, investigative, and never afraid to confront thorny issues. Airing on over 400 radio stations across the U.S., the show works hard to uphold public media and journalistic integrity. This episode discusses blocked FOIA requests, the erosion of privacy and security, and the Murdoch family trust drama.

The Brandinc PR Podcast

When Sports and Scandals Collide: The Ethics of Crisis PR

Host Brandi Sims — an expert, doctoral candidate, and professor in public relations — brings a wealth of knowledge to the world of PR and crisis communications.

Her podcast stands out for its thoughtful curation of topics, covering everything from entrepreneurship and media strategy to ethics and business. In this episode, she explores a crucial question: where should companies draw the line on community involvement, and when might that involvement begin to damage their brand?

The Intersection: Where the Court of Public Opinion and the Court of Law Collide

Politics, Law, And Public Opinion: Matt Feldman on PR Strategy in Law

Naturally, I have to highlight the podcast I co-host with my colleague Mike Sitrick. In The Intersection, we blend our extensive experience to break down current scandals involving celebrities and businesses, revisit historic cases we've worked on, and feature guests with their own insider stories.

If you're looking for sharp insights from people who’ve been in the thick of it — past and present — this is the show for you. This episode dives into how government messaging around wildfires could set dangerous precedents, and how even the most powerful public figures can end up battling it out online.

We Fixed It. You’re Welcome.

Diversity’s Business Case Revisited

Chino, Melissa, and Aaron are a powerhouse trio offering a multidisciplinary lens on current media stories — from people and culture to operations and marketing. Their holistic approach helps listeners unpack the ripple effects of these stories far beyond the headlines.

In this episode, they discuss how rolling back DEI initiatives may have consequences that extend far beyond optics and could significantly impact a company’s long-term success.

The Emily Show

Huge Issues in Kohberger Prosecution. Perjury Arrest. Diddy Trial Week 1

Emily D. Baker — lawyer, former LA Deputy District Attorney, legal commentator, and YouTube star — brings daily legal analysis to the biggest media stories of the moment. From trial leaks to celebrity missteps, she breaks it all down with authority and personality.

In this episode, she discusses how the defense strategy in the Diddy case may fall short despite public opinion, potential juror tampering in the Murdaugh case, and filing oddities in Lively vs. Baldoni. Whether you tune in to her livestreams or podcast recaps, Emily delivers legal insight with unmatched clarity.

QUEER GROVE

Queer Grove explores the history, culture, and lifestyle of the legendary LGBTQIA+ safe haven of Cherry Grove, Fire Island.

Hosted by documentary filmmaker Parker Sargent, we'll learn about the gay roots of the Grove and how the community continues to stay gay, through interviews of those who helped create this LGBTQ safe space and those who are keeping queer today.