It's Personal for Christopher Adamson

Adamson Ahdoot
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The law isn’t just in courtrooms—it’s in your paycheck, your health care, your neighborhood, your favorite sports team. Hosted by award-winning trial attorney Christopher Adamson, 'It’s Personal' pulls back the curtain on how legal battles shape our everyday lives, with real stories from the people fighting them.

  1. SEASON 1 RECAP: Looking Back at Season 1 (PART 2)

    12/18/2025

    SEASON 1 RECAP: Looking Back at Season 1 (PART 2)

    In this special two-part season finale, It’s Personal looks back at the conversations that defined Season 1—where law, power, money, and real life collide. Hosted by award-winning trial attorney Christopher Adamson, Part 1 revisits the stories that exposed how deeply the legal system shapes our everyday lives—from the courtroom to college sports, from criminal defense to immigration, and from Hollywood to billion-dollar corporations. Questions? Thoughts? Email us at ⁠itspersonal@aa.law⁠  or visit ⁠itspersonalpod.com⁠ Hosted by Christopher Adamson Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen Brought to you by ⁠Adamson Ahdoot⁠ The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

    1h 7m
  2. SEASON 1 RECAP: Looking Back at Season 1 (PART 1)

    12/11/2025

    SEASON 1 RECAP: Looking Back at Season 1 (PART 1)

    In this special two-part season finale, It’s Personal looks back at the conversations that defined Season 1—where law, power, money, and real life collide. Hosted by award-winning trial attorney Christopher Adamson, Part 1 revisits the stories that exposed how deeply the legal system shapes our everyday lives—from the courtroom to college sports, from criminal defense to immigration, and from Hollywood to billion-dollar corporations. Questions? Thoughts? Email us at itspersonal@aa.law  or visit itspersonalpod.com Hosted by Christopher Adamson Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen Brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

    1h 23m
  3. BONUS: Austin Ward Plays HOT BENCH

    12/03/2025 · BONUS

    BONUS: Austin Ward Plays HOT BENCH

    Former prosecutor and award-winning trial attorney Austin Ward is back for a lighter, fast-paced round of Hot Bench—where we dive into wildly unpopular opinions, tackle absurd legal hypotheticals, and once again prove that lawyers can (and will) argue about anything.

    11 min
  4. Marissa Montes: The Harsh Reality of ‘Self-Deportation’

    11/27/2025

    Marissa Montes: The Harsh Reality of ‘Self-Deportation’

    Marissa Montes, Co-Founder and Director of the Loyola Immigrant Justice Clinic, shares her journey from immigrant rights activism at USC to building the first binational law school clinic in the U.S. She reveals how shifting policies under multiple administrations have fueled a rise in “self-deportation,” the challenges of representing mixed-status families, and why community-based lawyering is critical in an era of daily immigration policy changes.Questions? Thoughts? Email us at ⁠itspersonal@aa.law⁠ or visit ⁠itspersonalpod.com⁠Hosted by Christopher AdamsonProduced by Lauren Henning & Chris WeigenBrought to you by ⁠Adamson Ahdoot⁠The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

    1h 34m
  5. Austin Ward: Why Uber is Trying to Cap Attorney Fees

    11/20/2025

    Austin Ward: Why Uber is Trying to Cap Attorney Fees

    Adamson Ahdoot trial attorney and partner Austin Ward joins Chris to break down the corporate push to limit attorney fees in personal injury cases—and why it could gut access to justice for everyday people. From his early skepticism of PI lawyers to fighting billion-dollar companies, Ward explains how fee caps tilt the system in favor of corporate interests and what’s really at stake. Questions? Thoughts? Email us at itspersonal@aa.law or visit itspersonalpod.com Hosted by Christopher Adamson Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen Brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

    1h 54m
  6. Daniel Stefanic Returns: From Homeless to Criminal Defense Law

    11/13/2025

    Daniel Stefanic Returns: From Homeless to Criminal Defense Law

    Daniel Stefanic, now a trial attorney at Adamson Ahdoot, opens up about his battle with addiction and the path that took him from homelessness to the courtroom. He shares how confronting his own demons shaped his approach to criminal defense and later personal injury law, and what it takes to succeed in high-pressure legal work while protecting your own well-being.Questions? Thoughts? Email us at itspersonal@aa.law or visit itspersonalpod.comHosted by Christopher AdamsonProduced by Lauren Henning & Chris WeigenBrought to you by Adamson AhdootThe views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

    1h 12m
  7. Lively v. Baldoni: The Harassment Lawsuit Shaking Hollywood

    11/06/2025

    Lively v. Baldoni: The Harassment Lawsuit Shaking Hollywood

    Chris Adamson and producer Lauren Henning unpack the high-profile Lively v. Baldoni case, where harassment allegations, countersuits, and defamation claims collide with Hollywood power dynamics. Drawing on Lauren’s background at SAG-AFTRA, they explore the legal nuances, industry politics, and cultural stakes behind the headlines—and what this case could mean for the future of workplace accountability in entertainment. Questions? Thoughts? Email us at itspersonal@aa.law  or visit itspersonalpod.com Hosted by Christopher Adamson Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen Brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

    1h 22m
  8. Peter Iwuh: How College Sports Became Big Business

    10/30/2025

    Peter Iwuh: How College Sports Became Big Business

    Peter Iwuh, CEO & founder of Tykoon Sports, breaks down the billion-dollar shift in college athletics—from the Ed O’Bannon case to today’s NIL era where branding, boosters, and big-money deals shape recruiting. He reveals how athletes can turn NIL into long-term success, why the transfer portal is a double-edged sword, and how systemic inequalities still leave smaller programs and women’s sports fighting for their share. Questions? Thoughts? Email us at  itspersonal@aa.law or visit itspersonalpod.com Hosted by Christopher Adamson Produced by Lauren Henning & Chris Weigen Brought to you by Adamson Ahdoot The views expressed by guests are their own and do not represent Adamson Ahdoot LLP, its attorneys, staff, or affiliates. This podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship and should not be considered legal advice. Content is for general informational purposes only, and listeners should consult a qualified attorney for guidance on their specific circumstances. Adamson Ahdoot does not review or endorse guest statements and is not responsible for their accuracy. By listening, you agree to these terms and any updates.

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The law isn’t just in courtrooms—it’s in your paycheck, your health care, your neighborhood, your favorite sports team. Hosted by award-winning trial attorney Christopher Adamson, 'It’s Personal' pulls back the curtain on how legal battles shape our everyday lives, with real stories from the people fighting them.

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