Come Back With a Warrant

PodPopuli Media
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Ever wonder if cops can really do that? Or why someone would take a plea deal if they’re innocent?Come Back With a Warrant is a bold, no-BS criminal defense podcast hosted by two former courtroom rivals turned co-hosts. Monica Ishak (former public defender) and Brandon Dinetz (former prosecutor) pull back the curtain on the legal system…one real case, viral moment, and wild courtroom story at a time. With sharp insight and unapologetic wit, they break down your rights, challenge legal myths, and go where most lawyers won’t. Whether you’re law-curious, true crime–obsessed, or just want the drama without the fluff, this is your front-row seat to how criminal law actually works.

  1. 12H AGO

    Ep. 32 - Episode 32: Epstein Files Series Ep. 2: The Epstein Files Dump, Powerful Names, and Kompromat

    In Episode 2 of the Come Back With a Warrant Epstein Files series, Monica Ishak and Brandon Dinetz dig into the latest Epstein file releases and what they actually reveal.Millions of pages of documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell are being released to the public following new transparency measures. But instead of one simple “list,” the files contain emails, depositions, witness statements, investigative materials, and civil litigation records spanning years of investigations.In this episode, we break down where these documents come from, how to interpret the names appearing in them, and why Epstein’s connections to powerful industries and institutions continue to raise questions.We also discuss the concept of kompromat—the idea that Epstein may have collected compromising material on influential individuals—and how that theory fits into the broader allegations surrounding his network.Finally, we explore Epstein’s connections to Ghislaine Maxwell, her father Robert Maxwell, and the powerful circles Epstein operated within, from global finance to politics.Topics CoveredWhat the Epstein Files Transparency Act means and why documents are now being releasedThe types of records included in the Epstein files:Civil lawsuitsDepositionsVictim statementsFBI investigative materialsEmails and communicationsWhy being named in the files does not automatically mean someone committed a crimeEpstein’s connections to powerful individuals across finance, tech, and politicsThe concept of kompromat and how compromising material can be used for leverageAllegations about surveillance systems inside Epstein’s propertiesEpstein’s unusual connections to the Department of JusticeThe role of Kathryn Ruemmler and negotiations involving international banking investigationsThe influence of Ghislaine Maxwell and her father Robert Maxwell, a controversial media tycoonHow Epstein’s network expanded internationallyWhy the case evolved from a Palm Beach investigation to a global scandalKey Questions We ExploreWhy were so many powerful people connected to Epstein?What role did Ghislaine Maxwell play in expanding Epstein’s network?Did Epstein collect compromising material on influential figures?Why are so many documents still redacted?Will more people ever be prosecuted?Coming Next: Episode 3In the final episode of the series, Monica Ishak and Brandon Dinetz tackle the conspiracy theories surrounding Epstein.They’ll break down:Which theories have actual evidence behind themWhich ones have already been debunkedThe biggest unanswered questions that still remain Leave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod Find us everywhere and join the conversation! Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18

    1h 9m

  2. MAR 10

    Ep. 31 - Epstein Files Series Ep. 1: The Palm Beach Case & The Sweetheart Plea Deal

    Monica Ishak and Brandon Dinetz kick off a three-part deep dive into Jeffrey Epstein and the Epstein files by starting where the public story first breaks open: Palm Beach County. This episode walks through how the investigation began in 2005, why the Palm Beach Police Department believed they had a strong case, and how the process shifted when the State Attorney’s Office chose a grand jury route that produced only one solicitation charge. They then unpack how the case moved to federal authorities, why Epstein’s defense team became pivotal, and how a federal non-prosecution agreement ultimately shielded Epstein—and “named and unnamed” co-conspirators—from federal charges.Key Topics CoveredWhy listeners requested Epstein—and why Palm Beach’s role mattersThe 2005 origin story: Royal Palm Beach High School incident leads to a police tipPalm Beach Police Department interviews 30+ victims and identifies a recruiting “pipeline”Florida law and consent: why minors legally cannot consent (even if they appear to agree)The State Attorney’s Office decision to use a grand jury—and why that raised eyebrowsWhy a grand jury usually indicts easily (“ham sandwich” concept) and what went differently hereHow witness credibility was attacked (MySpace/social media) and why volume/pattern evidence mattersSearch warrants executed after the case is already “hot”—and evidence appears removedWho likely knew about the warrants (and why “tip-offs” are central to the controversy)The case gets sent to the FBI / federal authorities “over the head” of state prosecutorsEpstein’s “super defense team,” the Acosta meeting, and how the federal case disappearsThe non-prosecution agreement: plea to state charges + federal immunity for co-conspiratorsVictims’ rights: how victims were not notified and later litigation under the Crime Victims’ Rights ActEpstein’s sentence and special privileges: work release, travel, and unusually lenient enforcementBigger takeaway: how power, money, and influence can distort outcomes in the justice systemPreview of Episode 2: document dumps, co-conspirators, and falloutNotable Takeaways / Key MomentsThe investigation allegedly revealed a consistent pattern: massage → undressing → escalationThe episode highlights a legal tension: minors recruited other minors, blurring roles socially—but not legallyA major theme: evidence appears to have been removed before warrants were servedEpstein’s post-plea reality contrasts sharply with typical sex-offender supervision and restrictions This episode discusses allegations of sexual abuse involving minors, exploitation, and failures within the justice system. Listener discretion advised. Leave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod Find us everywhere and join the conversation! Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18

    45 min

  3. MAR 3

    Ep. 30 - Consciousness of Guilt & the Casey Anthony Case: Trial Breakdown

    In this episode of Come Back With A Warrant, Brandon Dinetz and Monica Ishak break down consciousness of guilt—the “guilty mind” argument prosecutors use when a defendant’s post-incident behavior looks suspicious. They explain how the State uses circumstantial evidence like fleeing, disposing evidence, lying to police, and DUI refusals to argue: “Why would an innocent person do that?”They also cover what the State cannot use as consciousness of guilt—like invoking the right to remain silent, requesting a lawyer, or searching for an attorney—because those are protected by the 5th and 6th Amendments.To illustrate how powerful (and limited) this evidence can be, they discuss the Casey Anthony case, including the prosecution’s reliance on circumstantial evidence like internet searches (chloroform), alleged forensic indicators, and post-event lies—alongside the defense’s ability to create reasonable doubt (including issues like a shared family computer).In this episode, we cover:What consciousness of guilt means in criminal casesThe difference between mens rea (criminal intent) and post-crime behavior evidenceCommon examples: running from police, leaving the scene, disposing evidence, lyingDUI examples: refusing breath/blood tests and why prosecutors highlight refusalsWhat the State cannot argue (silence, lawyer requests, attorney searches)Casey Anthony as a case study in circumstantial proof and reasonable doubtWhy consciousness-of-guilt evidence is often subjective and jury-dependentHow defense attorneys “break apart” the State’s narrative to create reasonable doubtLeave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod                                                                                             Find us everywhere and join the conversation!                                                                                                                                                                                                              Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18

    37 min

  4. FEB 24

    Ep. 29 - Privilege, Power & Prosecution: How Money Reshapes Justice

    Justice isn’t equal — and if you’ve ever wondered why wealthy defendants seem to glide through the criminal system while others get crushed by it, this episode breaks it down step-by-step, without politics and without sugarcoating.Monica and Brandon pull back the curtain on the two-tier system they’ve seen firsthand: where money buys time, options, experts, strategy, and most importantly — freedom.This is an honest conversation about the uncomfortable truth:The richer you are, the better your odds.                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Leave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod                                                                                             Find us everywhere and join the conversation!                                                                                                                                                                                                              Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18

    43 min

  5. FEB 17

    Ep. 28 - From Student to Shark: Career Moves That Change Everything

    Every lawyer starts out awkward. Every legal career is messy. And the glow-up only happens when you stop pretending you’re supposed to have it all figured out.In this episode of Come Back With A Warrant, Monica and Brandon pull back the curtain on the real career journey lawyers go through — the pivots, the panic, the identity crisis, and the breakthroughs that shape who you become in this profession.                                                                                                                                                         Leave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod                                                                                             Find us everywhere and join the conversation!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18

    1h 2m

  6. FEB 10

    Ep. 27 - Panic, Pressure, and Plea Deals: When Innocent People Look Guilty

    In this episode of Come Back With A Warrant, Monica and Brandon unpack a hard truth:Innocent people run. Innocent people confess. Innocent people plead guilty.Not because they’re criminals — but because fear, trauma, and pressure make people deeply, painfully human.This is a conversation about psychology, survival instinct, and a system that often punishes people for how they react when they’re scared.                                                                      Leave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod                                                                                             Find us everywhere and join the conversation!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18

    30 min

  7. FEB 3

    Ep. 26 - Sentencing in Florida: Same Crime, Different Time

    Florida sentencing is a world where your future is determined by math, multipliers, and a spreadsheet that can send you to prison based on points you didn’t even know you had. Two people can commit the same crime — and walk away with wildly different outcomes.In this episode, Monica and Brandon break down how sentencing really works in Florida:why the score sheet matters so much, how enhancements can double or triple your sentence, and when judges actually have the power to show mercy.If you’ve ever wondered why someone got probation while someone else got years, this episode is for you.                                                                                                  Leave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod                                                                                             Find us everywhere and join the conversation!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18

    51 min

  8. JAN 27

    Ep. 25 - Stand Your Ground: When Force Is Actually Justified in Florida

    Florida’s self-defense laws are famous, controversial, and wildly misunderstood. “Stand Your Ground” gets thrown around in arguments, news stories, and viral videos — but very few people actually understand what the law does and does not protect.In this episode, Monica and Brandon dig into the reality behind the headlines:What counts as reasonable fear?When is deadly force legal?How does race change the way these laws are applied?And why do so many people think Stand Your Ground is a permission slip for violence?If you live in Florida (or just watch Florida in the news), this is the deep dive you didn’t know you needed.                                                                                             Leave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram:  @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod                                                                                             Find us everywhere and join the conversation!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18

    28 min
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Ever wonder if cops can really do that? Or why someone would take a plea deal if they’re innocent?Come Back With a Warrant is a bold, no-BS criminal defense podcast hosted by two former courtroom rivals turned co-hosts. Monica Ishak (former public defender) and Brandon Dinetz (former prosecutor) pull back the curtain on the legal system…one real case, viral moment, and wild courtroom story at a time. With sharp insight and unapologetic wit, they break down your rights, challenge legal myths, and go where most lawyers won’t. Whether you’re law-curious, true crime–obsessed, or just want the drama without the fluff, this is your front-row seat to how criminal law actually works.

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  • Creator
    PodPopuli Media
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Explicit