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ArkBarOnAir: President's Mic
Hosted by Jamie Jones Walsworth · EN
ArkBarOnAir: President's Mic is the official podcast of the Arkansas Bar Association, hosted by Jamie Jones Walsworth, President of the Arkansas Bar Association. Each episode explores timely legal issues, emerging trends, and the work of the legal community in Arkansas and beyond. From AI and ethics to access to justice and public policy, ArkBarOnAir offers insightful discussions designed for attorneys, judges, law students, and engaged citizens alike. Join us for thoughtful conversations that connect the law to the people it serves, one episode at a time.
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BONUS CONTENT: Body Scan Meditation for Lawyers with Claire Parsons
Dec 1800:11:42Tap to summarizeNeed a quick reset between hearings, deadlines, or difficult conversations? In this special standalone bonus episode, attorney and mindfulness teacher Claire Parsons guides listeners through a calming body scan meditation designed to be reused anytime—at your desk, at home, or wherever you can take a few quiet minutes.Claire begins by helping you set up a safe, comfortable environment, then leads you step-by-step through noticing physical sensations from head to toe—releasing tension in common stress-holding areas like the jaw, shoulders, chest, and belly. The practice is gentle and flexible: you’re encouraged to move past any area that feels uncomfortable and return to the breath whenever needed.This episode is meant to be a practical, repeatable tool for lawyers looking to slow down, reconnect with the body, and support steadier focus and emotional regulation—without needing to “clear your mind” or do anything perfectly.(For additional guided practices and resources, visit BrilliantLegalMind.com or connect with Claire Parsons.)
Transcribe →Ep. 7: Inside Arkansas JLAP and the Proposed Wellness CLE Hour
Dec 1800:50:58Tap to summarizeArkansas Bar Association President Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with Jennifer Donaldson, Executive Director of the Arkansas Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program (JLAP), for a practical conversation about lawyer wellness—what it looks like in real life, why it matters to clients and the public, and how JLAP can help at every stage (from stress and burnout to depression, anxiety, substance use, and crisis situations).Jennifer breaks down what JLAP is (a confidential program of the Arkansas Supreme Court), what happens when someone reaches out, and how lawyers, judges, and law students can access support—including clinical services, a statewide network of vetted providers, and help navigating higher levels of care when needed. The episode also highlights key findings from JLAP’s 2024 statewide attorney survey and explains the Arkansas Supreme Court’s consideration of a required wellbeing CLE hour—without increasing the total number of required credits—and how attorneys can submit comments before December 31, 2025.If you or a colleague needs support, you can learn more or reach out confidentially at arjlap.org or confidential@arjlap.orgPodcast Pre-Roll Post - Roll
Transcribe →Ep. 6: The Big Beautiful Bill
Nov 1300:45:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with tax attorneys Katie Bingham and Marc Martinez break down the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and explain what every lawyer, tax or not, should know. From tip income deductions to overtime tax breaks, they unpack the key provisions in plain English and discuss how these changes could impact clients across industries. Whether you practice labor law, employment, or business, this is the tax update you didn’t know you needed.
Transcribe →Ep. 5: AI Playbook with Frank Ramos
Oct 1700:57:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode of ArkBar On Air, host Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with Frank Ramos, nationally recognized attorney, author, and speaker, to discuss the AI Playbook. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the legal profession, practical ways attorneys can leverage AI in their practice, and the ethical considerations that come with emerging technology. This conversation offers valuable insights for lawyers seeking to navigate the evolving intersection of law and innovation. Frank RamosPodcast Pre-Roll Post - Roll
Transcribe →BONUS CONTENT: Access to Justice Commission
Sep 2300:22:20Tap to summarizeIn this mini episode of the ArkBar Podcast, host Jamie Jones Walsworth sits down with Abby Brenneman, Executive Director of the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission, to discuss the Commission’s important work in expanding access to legal resources across the state. Abby shares insights on initiatives like FLA and other projects aimed at connecting Arkansans with the legal help they need. Tune in to learn how the Commission is making a meaningful impact in communities statewide.Guest Name: Abby Brenneman – Executive Director of Arkansas Access to Justice CommissionPodcast Pre-Roll Post - Roll
Transcribe →Ep. 4: Act 28 Strategy on Both Sides
Sep 1600:52:49Tap to summarizeHost Jamie Jones leads a cordial, civil point-counterpoint on Arkansas’s Act 28— the new law that limits recovery of past medical expenses to amounts actually paid or owed. Plaintiff lawyers Jessica Virden Mallett (Managing Partner, Miller & Mallett) and Brian Brooks square up with defense lawyers Jason Hendren (Hall Booth Smith P.C.) and Haley Heath Chaney (Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani) to unpack how Act 28 reshapes pleadings, discovery, settlement leverage, and trial strategy on both sides of the “v.” Practical, balanced, and Arkansas-focused.Guest Name: Jessica Virden Mallett (Managing Partner, Miller & Mallett)Brian Brooks, Attorney at LawJason Hendren (Hall Booth Smith P.C.)Haley Heath (Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani) Podcast Pre-Roll Post - Roll
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