Nothing But The Truth

Robert Bianchi and David Bruno
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Nothing But TheTruth is the podcast that brings you real life encounters and candid conversations with thought provoking guests about their challenges and adversities ~ with captivating stories, ending in personal triumph and ultimate success.

  1. 9h ago

    From Teacher to Advocate: Fighting for Immigrant Families with Cathleen Murphy

    What happens when ordinary neighbors are suddenly taken from their homes, leaving young children behind to fend for themselves? In this episode of Nothing But The Truth, hosts Bob Bianchi and Dave Bruno sit down with educator and advocate Cathleen Murphy to discuss the heartbreaking reality of immigration raids in Morris County. Cathleen shares her powerful journey from being a bilingual teacher to becoming a leading voice for families caught in the legal system, moving past the political noise to focus on the human impact of these events. This conversation provides a rare look into the systemic challenges facing immigrant families in New Jersey. Kathleen details the conditions within detention centers like Delaney Hall and the Elizabeth Detention Center, highlighting the lack of due process and the trauma experienced by American citizen children. You will learn about the reality of ICE raids, the struggle to find affordable legal representation, and how grassroots advocacy is providing a lifeline to the most vulnerable members of the community.  Support go to 🫶🏼 https://linktr.ee/MorristownTogether

    26 min

  2. Jun 22

    Fight Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Mind and Energy With Coach Sammy Catone

    Are you an attorney feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or completely burned out despite your success on paper? In this episode of Nothing But The Truth, we dive deep into the neuroscience of stress and how to reclaim your joy without walking away from your legal career.   Hosts Bob Bianchi and Dave Bruno sit down with former litigator turned wetness coach Sammy Catone to discuss the high-pressure world of law and its impact on the human nervous system. Samantha shares her powerful journey of overcoming a life-threatening illness caused by burnout and explains how she used mindset work and neuroplasticity to heal herself when traditional medicine fell short. We explore why the very traits that make lawyers successful, like perfectionism and overachievement, are often survival responses that keep us in a constant state of fight-or-flight. This conversation covers practical strategies for weeding the garden of your mind, the importance of separating your self-worth from your professional outcomes, and how to reconnect with your intuition in a field that demands constant analytical thinking. Whether you are a trial lawyer facing the daily grind of the courtroom or a high-achiever looking for more balance, this episode offers a roadmap to better mental health and sustainable performance.   Learn why you are not what you do and how to put your sword back in the sheath at the end of the day.

    34 min

  3. Jun 15

    3x NJ State Champ Cam Sontz: Mastering the Elite Wrestling Mindset

    What does it take to become a three time state wrestling champion before you even graduate high school? In this episode of Nothing But The Truth, we sit down with Delbarton standout and Lehigh commit Cameron Sontz to discuss the mental toughness and resilience required to dominate at the highest level. Cam shares his evolution from a young athlete to a dominant force on the mat, highlighting the pivotal moment in middle school when he realized that technical skill alone would not be enough to win big matches. We explore his partnership with WrestleMindset and the specific psychological techniques he uses to stay calm and focused under the bright lights of the arena. Beyond the sport, this conversation gets personal as Cam discusses the Sontz Strong movement and his brother Kierans inspiring battle with lymphoma. From goal setting with sticky notes to his future plans in the business world at Deloitte, Cam provides a masterclass in focus and maturity that serves as an inspiration for athletes and professionals alike.    🎙With your Hosts Former Prosecutors and Criminal Defense Attorneys Robert Bianchi, ESQ., NREMT. & David Bruno, Esq.

    26 min

  4. May 30

    Inside the Mind of a Killer: David Scott’s Most Intense True Crime Interviews

    Ever wondered what it is like to sit just three feet away from a convicted murderer and look them in the eye? In this episode of Nothing But the Truth, hosts Bob Bianchi and Dave Bruno sit down with veteran investigative journalist David Scott to discuss his award winning series, Interview with a Killer. David Scott shares his unique experiences from the front lines of true crime journalism, having won a Peabody and 14 Emmy awards for his work. He discusses the intense psychological preparation required to interview death row inmates and the chilling reality of what happens when the cameras start rolling inside a supermax prison. Throughout the conversation, the group explores the fine line between forensic psychology and hardball journalism. David explains how he attempts to break through the spin and manipulation of some of the most dangerous individuals in the country. From discussing the logistics of prison security to the emotional impact on victims families, this episode provides a deep dive into the darkest aspects of the human mind. Key topics include the reality of life inside high security facilities, the difference between crimes of passion and senseless overkill, and why understanding the antagonist is crucial for the justice system. David also provides recommendations for where to start with his series and what he has learned about humanity after 20 episodes of facing killers.   🎙With your Hosts Former Prosecutors and Criminal Defense Attorneys Robert Bianchi, ESQ., NREMT. & David Bruno, Esq.

    31 min

  5. May 23

    The Secret to Sustained Success: Optimizing Wellness for Lawyers With Marco D. Flores

    Being a lawyer is one of the most high-pressure jobs in the world, but it should not come at the expense of your health or your family. In this episode, hosts Bob Bianchi and Dave Bruno sit down with Texas litigator Marco Flores to discuss how to navigate the hard seasons of life and law with a healthy mindset. Marco shares his personal story of how the stress of starting a firm led to a physical health crisis and how he used that adversity to build a better way of living. We explore why law school fails to teach us how to actually live as lawyers and why optimizing your wellness is the missing infrastructure for long-term success. You will learn about the false bargain many professionals make, the power of time blocking using the Covey quadrants, and how to create specific identities that help you show up as the best version of yourself for your clients and your loved ones. We also redefine what toughness really means in the modern legal landscape, moving away from the old-school mentality of burnout toward a smarter, more sustainable toughness. 🎙   With your Hosts Former Prosecutors and Criminal Defense Attorneys Robert Bianchi, ESQ., NREMT. & David Bruno, Esq.

    26 min

  6. 12/12/2025

    Good Enough Isn't Good Enough: From Couch to COO with Kara James, MS, LPC

    Meet Kara James, MS, LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor who cracked the code on scaling clinical excellence. Starting with 15 years on the front lines of mental health—from juvenile justice to in-home family therapy—Kara realized her clinical passion had an unexpected twin: the business of wellness. In this episode, Bob and Dave talk with Kara—now the Chief Operating Officer of Wellness Counseling, overseeing three thriving locations and 29 staff members—sits down to discuss her core belief: "good enough isn't good enough." The Dual Brain: How her clinical background in modalities like CBT and Relational Life Therapy provides unique, "fiercely compassionate" insight into creating operational systems where therapists truly thrive. Rewiring the Business: Kara shares her visionary, outside-the-box approach to running a group practice, and how stepping outside of defined roles allowed her to transition from full caseload to executive leadership. The Path of Discomfort: Learn about her direct-yet-loving approach to therapy (and business), encouraging both clients and staff to work through discomfort, identify persistent patterns, and reshape limiting beliefs to achieve exceptional results. If you've ever wondered how to bring creative, systems-level thinking to a field rooted in human connection, this episode is a masterclass in operational excellence driven by clinical compassion. With your Hosts Robert Bianchi, ESQ., NREMT and David Bruno, Esq.!!!

    31 min

  7. 11/28/2025

    Thrive in the Moment: Building a Self-Managed Business with Kristen David, CEO of UpLeveling Your Business

    In this episode, we sit down with Kristen David—a lawyer, international speaker, and bestselling author known for helping small business owners finally gain freedom. Kristen shares the journey that led her from the demanding world of professional malpractice law—where she successfully built and sold her own law firm—to becoming a dedicated #business coach focused on systems and #profitability. Through her company, Upleveling Your Business, Kristen teaches entrepreneurs how to implement effective procedures and the "4 pillars of successful business management" to create a scalable infrastructure that allows their company to run efficiently with or without them. Drawing on her experience living in the "trenches" of her own business, Kristen is passionate about empowering owners to recharge and enjoy their lives. She discusses why time is our most valuable asset and explains how her personal mantra, "Thrive in the moment," drives both her coaching philosophy and her downtime—which often involves going completely "off grid” for one of her greatest passions: the outdoors and fly fishing. "We love helping like-minded entrepreneurs systematize their businesses so they can find freedom” - Kristen David With your Hosts Robert Bianchi, ESQ., NREMT and David Bruno, Esq.!!!

    35 min

  8. 11/21/2025

    ⚖️ Unfiltered Justice: High-Profile Cases, Human Trafficking, and the Law with Sunny Slaughter

    Nothing But The Truth is honored to feature the incomparable Dr. Sunnetta “Sunny” Slaughter, DHL! Dr. Slaughter brings over 35 years of expertise as a nationally recognized law enforcement instructor, litigation consultant, and expert witness. A frequent legal analyst on Court TV, CNN, and Fox News, she provides real-time analysis of the most complex criminal cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Tune in as this former DHS/FLETC instructor and legislative drafter of Alabama's first anti-Human Trafficking State Law shares her unmatched insight into victimization, offender behavior, and the true cost of crimes against persons. Don't miss this powerful conversation on justice, mindset and public safety! With your Hosts Robert Bianchi, ESQ., NREMT and David Bruno, Esq.!!!

    33 min
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Nothing But TheTruth is the podcast that brings you real life encounters and candid conversations with thought provoking guests about their challenges and adversities ~ with captivating stories, ending in personal triumph and ultimate success.

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  • Creator
    Robert Bianchi and David Bruno
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Nothing But The Truth

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