Ask Your Law Mom

Lisa Bauer & Jennifer Scharf
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Ask Your Law Mom is a podcast devoted to...professional legal issues and professional mom issues.

  1. APR 4

    Mom, how long is this game?

    Jen and Lisa open their Ask Your Law Mom podcast with discussion of recording delays, travel frustrations, and Easter Bunny anecdotes, then fact-check the youngest Supreme Court appointee. They answer a listener question about when to apply for jobs. The episode’s theme is “playing the long game,” linking strategy and consistency in careers and life, including adoption and other “liminal” waiting periods. Guest Fonda Kubiak describes her Buffalo legal career and community programs including a Supreme Court Historical Society My Hometown high school project seeking student and volunteer participation. 3L Francesca Manzella discusses winning a mediation competition in India and an outstanding advocate award at a South Carolina trial competition, and her preparation habits. The episode includes trivia with Bill McDonald and a product pick: infrared sauna/red light therapy at Lumos. 00:00 Podcast Intro: the weather, the Bunny, and travel planning woes14:15 Supreme Court Fact Check17:06 Stars Aligned Idiom19:58 Listener Question: Do I have to apply to a job post immediately?24:11 Playing The Long Game39:23 Interview of Fonda Kubiak and the My Hometown Project https://www.nywd.uscourts.gov/Civic-Education58:03 Meet Frankie Manzella01:23:11 Trivia Master Bill MacDonald Returns01:31:25 Product Of The Week: Lumos Infrared Sauna https://lumosinfraredsauna.com/01:33:21 Shout Outs And Wrap

    1h 35m

  2. MAR 7

    Mom, can I put preparing my taxes on my résumé?

    Jen and Lisa return on Ask Your Law Mom after a long break, the moms return with complaints about winter, a recurrent critter issue, and the official launch of a new segment: TRIVIA (and, pet peeves).  Lisa and Jen talk about taxes and the unavoidable task of updating professional materials, urging listeners to refresh resumes regularly (at least annually) and use tax season as a reminder, alongside updating LinkedIn, bios, formatting, and removing outdated details. They discuss building resume content through board service, speaking, volunteering, and strong interests, and debate employer-requested application videos. Segments include an idiom explaining Uncle Sam’s origins, a product-of-the-week endorsement of AirTags, trivia with Professor Bill MacDonald, hot takes on matinees and night showers, Gen Z/Gen Alpha slang, and shout-outs.00:00 Show Intro Disclaimer00:33 We Are Back02:04 Winter Talk Groundhogs & the Squirrel Basement Saga08:31 Episode Topic Setup38:24 Idiom of the Week: Uncle Sam Origins41:59 Product of the Week: Airtags 46:11 New Segment: Trivia with Bill MacDonald01:07:02 Hot Takes: Matinees01:09:51 Gen Z Slang Drop01:11:45 Shoutouts And Wrap

    1h 14m

  3. 11/22/2025

    Mom, who wants to be a winner?

    In the first episode of Season 2 of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' Jen and Lisa dive into the theme of WINNING. The episode highlights various competitions and successes, including a chocolate cake contest, where law student Max Battaglia's King Arthur recipe cake takes the win. The hosts discuss winning moments from their trial teams, share experiences from a challenging travel episode to Fort Lauderdale, and emphasize the hard work behind their achievements. The episode also features an interview with Professor Bill McDonald, a seasoned legal professional and game show winner who shares his experiences on 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' and 'Jeopardy.'00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom00:28 Season Two Kickoff: Winning Theme01:29 Cake Contest and Legal Achievements02:57 Live Podcasting from Fort Lauderdale16:17 Chocolate Cake Contest Highlights23:34 Winning in Law, Life and Game Shows with Professor Bill MacDonald01:08:42 Fun with Food: Cake Contest and Cooking Tips with Young Legal Professional Max Battaglia01:23:26 Product of the Week: L'Occitaine Almond Shower Oil https://www.loccitane.com/en-us/almond-shower-oil-29HD500A22.html

    1h 29m

  4. 11/08/2025

    Mom, where have you been?

    In the season finale of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosts Jen and Lisa discuss their podcast's mission of addressing professional legal and mom issues. Lisa offers a stunning opinion (see the poll). They share personal stories about Spirit Week challenges, a recent bat invasion, and the hassles of maintaining family schedules. The Chocolate Cake Contest gets scheduled for 11/12! The episode features an insightful interview with Liz Kraengel about integrating hobbies into a legal career, specifically her passion for wine. Jen and Lisa also recount a memorable play date at the Buffalo Zoo with third-year law student Rich Neri and recent grad Andy Cegelski, filled with fun antics and a surprise history lesson from Law Dad Vincent Doyle. The episode concludes with idiomatic explanations, fact checks, and shoutouts to various supporters and participants. 00:00 Welcome to Ask Your Law Mom 00:32 Season Finale Banter 01:25 Spirit Week Challenges 03:16 Bat and Squirrel Invasion 11:44 Instacart Adventures 29:05 Wine and Food Pairing Insights with Liz Kraengel 59:04 Wine Recommendations and Preferences 01:03:55 Law Moms Play Date at the Zoo with Rich Neri & Andy Cegielski 01:33:45 Fun Facts and Hot Takes

    1h 42m

  5. 09/06/2025

    Mom, how much is that doggy in the window?

    This episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom' features hosts Jen and Lisa reflect on the end of summer, the back-to-school season, and how they would spend their powerball winnings. The episode includes a conversation with Dan Poirier, owner of Fetch and Catch, about pet care business operations. Dan shares insights into best practices for dog daycare centers and the importance of training and certifications. The show also interviews Zach Raber, a recent law graduate with a background in dog training, who speaks about the benefits of dog ownership. Additionally, the episode covers fun segments on idioms, fact checks, hot takes, and the product of the week.00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom 11:17 Fact Checks and Fun Trivia 16:18 Guest Fact Checker: Sam Gaglio 19:38 Dog Care Business Insights with Dan Poirier of Fetch N Catch https://fetchncatch.com/ 01:00:56 Young Legal Professional Zach Raber 01:17:12 Idioms and Hot Takes 01:35:36 Product of the Week: Skylight Calendar https://myskylight.com/ 01:41:30 Season Finale Teaser

    1h 43m

  6. 08/23/2025

    Mom, is working in the family business an offer I can't refuse?

    In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom,' hosts Jen and Lisa talk about their chocolate cake competition for its anniversary and inviting a psychic to the show, and heated debate about the ending of the Three Little Pigs. The episode includes an interview with Kate Sellers, a fourth-generation business owner of Sellers Insurance, who offers advice on the importance of various types of insurance for young professionals and her career journey from law to the family business. Young legal professional Sam Gaglio talks about her family's construction supply business, her experience at the Erie County District Attorney's Office, and her plans of possibly integrating legal work with her family business in the future. The episode concludes with hot takes, product recommendations, and shout-outs.00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom00:32 Planning the Podcast Season03:17 Psychics and Numerology08:46 Weather Woes and Summer Fun14:43 Chocolate Cake Contest21:08 Insurance Insights with Kate Sellers01:03:09 Introducing Sam Gaglio: Second Year Law Student01:21:00 Hot Takes and Idiom of the Week - A Stitch in Time Saves Nine 01:33:37 Product of the Week: YASONIC Shower Caddyhttps://a.co/d/iX4NjL901:36:07 Shout Outs and Farewell

    1h 40m

  7. 08/09/2025

    Mom, can I be the dungeon master?

    In this episode of 'Ask Your Law Mom', hosts Jen and Lisa recount a recent visit to Giancarlos, comparing its chocolate cake to the favorite from Wegmans, which sparks the idea of a chocolate cake contest. They then interview attorney Tom Lyons, who shares his unique way of connecting with summer law clerks through Dungeons and Dragons sessions, emphasizing the importance of authentic, engaging activities in professional settings. They talk to attorney Claudia Villegas Ramos about balancing her legal career and family life in the US, her involvement in folk dancing, and share cross-cultural legal slang.00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom01:23 Chocolate Cake Debate: Giancarlos vs. Wegmans vs. You09:00 Mother of the Year Moments19:54 Fact Checks24:48 Dungeons and Dragons with Tom Lyons 52:00 Introducing Claudia Villegas Ramos53:37 Balancing Law School and Family01:11:31 Hot Takes 01:18:56 Product of the Week - Kids Swim Goggleshttps://a.co/d/4W9uJIdhttps://a.co/d/cld7vkn 01:21:23 Shout Outs

    1h 24m

  8. 07/26/2025

    Mom, the Bar Exam is so real, isn’t it?

    In Episode 22 of the 'Ask Your Law Mom' podcast, hosts Jen and Lisa address a variety of topics for legal professionals and moms alike. They discuss maintaining a consistent podcast schedule, camp activities, and even revisit new year's resolutions. The episode features insightful interviews with Professor Angie McDuff, who talks about teaching legal writing and the importance of effective communication, as well as the return of the Law Daughters, Jane, Rachel, and Lizzie. The graduates provide tips for surviving the bar exam and share updates on post-exam joy. The episode wraps up with discussions on trending slang, products of the week, and shoutouts to valued individuals in their community.  Jen, Lisa, and the guests all provide some pre-Bar exam good luck and good vibes.  It's...chef's kiss! 00:00 Introduction to Ask Your Law Mom00:32 Catching Up and Listener Feedback01:41 Summer Camp and Spirit Week03:13 New Year's Resolutions and Decluttering04:34 Upcoming Week and Bar Exam05:27 Hot Takes and Starburst Debate09:24 Fact Check: Fireworks Inside a Dome13:17 Guest:  Professor Angie McDuff01:05:31 Guests:  The Law Daughters01:35:15 Product Reviews and Shopping Experiences Product of the Week, Tevas:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T9WX5N5?ref=cm_sw_r_cso_sms_apin_dp_CSKYQG0DYNX5Y5X4X3FP&ref_=cm_sw_r_cso_sms_apin_dp_CSKYQG0DYNX5Y5X4X3FP&social_share=cm_sw_r_cso_sms_apin_dp_CSKYQG0DYNX5Y5X4X3FP&csmig=1&th=1&psc=101:45:20 Shoutouts

    1h 47m
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Ask Your Law Mom is a podcast devoted to...professional legal issues and professional mom issues.

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  • Creator
    Lisa Bauer & Jennifer Scharf
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Lisa Bauer & Jennifer Scharf
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    Ask Your Law Mom

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