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An Iowa Judicial Branch podcast dedicated to taking listeners beyond the courtroom doors to explore Iowa's rich judicial past, present, and future.

  1. FEB 26

    59. Judicial Nominating Commission with Judge Dustria Ann Relph

    This month on the In the Balance podcast, our guest is Judge Dustria Ann Relph. She is the Chair of the District 5B Judicial Nominating Commission. She shares her insights on the Judicial Nominating Commission membership, process, and its important role in selecting judges. Judicial Nominating Commissions Website: https://www.iowajnc.gov/district-commissions Website: www.iowacourts.gov YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacourts8702 X: https://twitter.com/IowaCourts   Music: Item Title:                      Inspirational Strings Logo Item URL:                        https://elements.envato.com/inspirational-strings-logo-XUG4BU3 Item ID:                         XUG4BU3 Author Username:                 Oasis_Music Licensee:                        State of Iowa Judicial Branch IT Registered Project Name:         In the Balance Podcast License Date:                    January 17th, 2024 Item License Code:               AY7ZT3DRG8

    14 min

  2. 11/25/2025

    58. National Adoption Day with Judge Richelle Mahaffey

    This month on the In the Balance podcast, our guest is District Associate Judge Richelle Mahaffey. She shares her insights on Adoption Day in her courtroom. Judge Mahaffey serves in Iowa’s 8th Judicial District and has presided over numerous adoption cases.  Website: www.iowacourts.gov YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacourts8702 X: https://twitter.com/IowaCourts   Music: Item Title:                      Inspirational Strings Logo Item URL:                        https://elements.envato.com/inspirational-strings-logo-XUG4BU3 Item ID:                         XUG4BU3 Author Username:                 Oasis_Music Licensee:                        State of Iowa Judicial Branch IT Registered Project Name:         In the Balance Podcast License Date:                    January 17th, 2024 Item License Code:               AY7ZT3DRG8

    18 min

  3. 10/03/2025

    57. Working in the Iowa Judicial Branch

    This month on In The Balance, our guest is Lora Socia, Classification and Compensation Analyst for the Iowa Judicial Branch. She shares her perspective on working for the Judicial Branch and the many reasons why people apply for open positions. Host: Abhash Shrestha  Guests: Lora Socia  Website: www.iowacourts.gov YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacourts8702 X: https://twitter.com/IowaCourts   Music: Item Title:                      Inspirational Strings Logo Item URL:                        https://elements.envato.com/inspirational-strings-logo-XUG4BU3 Item ID:                         XUG4BU3 Author Username:                 Oasis_Music Licensee:                        State of Iowa Judicial Branch IT Registered Project Name:         In the Balance Podcast License Date:                    January 17th, 2024 Item License Code:               AY7ZT3DRG8

    15 min

  4. 09/08/2025

    56. Separation of Powers with Justice David May

    This month on In The Balance, our guest is Justice David May of the Iowa Supreme Court. He shares his insights on the Separation of Powers. Justice May was appointed to the Court in 2022 and currently serves on the bench.  Host: Abhash Shrestha  Guests: Justice David May    Website: www.iowacourts.gov YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacourts8702 X: https://twitter.com/IowaCourts   Music: Item Title:                      Inspirational Strings Logo Item URL:                        https://elements.envato.com/inspirational-strings-logo-XUG4BU3 Item ID:                         XUG4BU3 Author Username:                 Oasis_Music Licensee:                        State of Iowa Judicial Branch IT Registered Project Name:         In the Balance Podcast License Date:                    January 17th, 2024 Item License Code:               AY7ZT3DRG8

    16 min

  5. 08/20/2025

    55. Choosing and working with a Lawyer, with Tara Van Brederode and Tré Critelli

    This month on In The Balance, our guests are Tre Critelli and Tara Van Brederode, whose new booklet contains valuable insights into key considerations when working with lawyers from both the public’s and the lawyer’s perspectives. Host: Abhash Shrestha  Guests: Tre Critelli, Executive Director of the Office of Professional Regulation, and Tara Van Brederode, Director of Attorney Discipline for the Office of Professional Regulation. Booklet: Choosing and Working with a Lawyer  Website: www.iowacourts.gov YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacourts8702 X: https://twitter.com/IowaCourts   Music: Item Title:                      Inspirational Strings Logo Item URL:                        https://elements.envato.com/inspirational-strings-logo-XUG4BU3 Item ID:                         XUG4BU3 Author Username:                 Oasis_Music Licensee:                        State of Iowa Judicial Branch IT Registered Project Name:         In the Balance Podcast License Date:                    January 17th, 2024 Item License Code:               AY7ZT3DRG8

    34 min

  6. 07/10/2025

    54. Iowa Judicial Branch Building Tour with Abhash Shrestha

    This month on In The Balance, Abhash discusses the Iowa Judicial Branch Building Tour. Since 2023, he has been managing and leading these tours. He explains what the tour entails and how to book one for your group Host: Abhash Shrestha    Website: www.iowacourts.gov YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacourts8702 X: https://twitter.com/IowaCourts   Music: Item Title:                      Inspirational Strings Logo Item URL:                        https://elements.envato.com/inspirational-strings-logo-XUG4BU3 Item ID:                         XUG4BU3 Author Username:                 Oasis_Music Licensee:                        State of Iowa Judicial Branch IT Registered Project Name:         In the Balance Podcast License Date:                    January 17th, 2024 Item License Code:               AY7ZT3DRG8

    7 min

  7. 06/17/2025

    53. Judicial Officers Training, with Alison Jepsen

    This month on In The Balance, we welcome Alison Jepsen, Deputy Director of Judicial Education and Development. She discusses training for judicial officers, preparing them to excel as new judges.    Website: www.iowacourts.gov YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacourts8702 X: https://twitter.com/IowaCourts   Music: Item Title:                      Inspirational Strings Logo Item URL:                        https://elements.envato.com/inspirational-strings-logo-XUG4BU3 Item ID:                         XUG4BU3 Author Username:                 Oasis_Music Licensee:                        State of Iowa Judicial Branch IT Registered Project Name:         In the Balance Podcast License Date:                    January 17th, 2024 Item License Code:               AY7ZT3DRG8

    18 min

  8. 05/07/2025

    52. Advice and Reflections for New Attorneys from Justice Bruce Zager

    This month on the In the Balance podcast, our guest is retired Iowa Supreme Court Justice Bruce Zager. He shares personal insights from his legal career and offers thoughtful suggestions for new attorneys. Website: www.iowacourts.gov YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iowacourts8702 X: https://twitter.com/IowaCourts   Music: Item Title:                      Inspirational Strings Logo Item URL:                        https://elements.envato.com/inspirational-strings-logo-XUG4BU3 Item ID:                         XUG4BU3 Author Username:                 Oasis_Music Licensee:                        State of Iowa Judicial Branch IT Registered Project Name:         In the Balance Podcast License Date:                    January 17th, 2024 Item License Code:               AY7ZT3DRG8

    22 min
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An Iowa Judicial Branch podcast dedicated to taking listeners beyond the courtroom doors to explore Iowa's rich judicial past, present, and future.

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    Iowa Judicial Branch
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
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