Brief Encounters

Listen in for exclusive interviews and conversations with D.C. Bar members and guests about hot topics!To learn more about D.C. Bar Communities, join a community, and/or register for upcoming programs, visit www.dcbar.org/communitiesPresented by the D.C. Bar Communities Podcast Network. Other network channels include "The Tea on International Arbitration" with the D.C. Bar International Law Community (anchor.fm/DCBarTea) and "Let's Brief It" with the D.C. Bar Law Student Community (anchor.fm/DCLSC).Theme Music: "If" by Broke for Free

Brief Encounters is a education podcast hosted by D.C. Bar Communities Office, with 171 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

D.C. Bar Communities Office hosts Brief Encounters, a education show with 171 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  Building a Criminal Defense Career on the D.C. Superior Court's Criminal Justice Act ("CJA") Panel

  Sep 2, 202634 minS8

  Join the D.C. Bar Public Interest and the Courts Community for a discussion on breaking into criminal defense work through the D.C. Superior Court's Criminal Justice Act (CJA) Panel. Panelists include Steering Committee member and former prosecutor Farhad Aspy Fatakia, D.C. Superior Court Associate Judge Rainey Brandt, and Todd Baldwin, current president of the CJA Panel. Together, they'll cover how new and experienced attorneys alike can gain trial experience immediately upon joining the panel — including the application process, training and mentorship resources, compensation and caseload expectations, and the professional rewards of representing indigent defendants in D.C. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

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  Episode #10

  Securities Regulation and Enforcement Series: Regulatory Recap – Fraud Prevention, Rulemaking Priorities and Industry News

  Aug 14, 202626 minS8

  In this Season 3 episode, co-hosts A. Valerie Mirko, Partner at Armstrong Teasdale LLP and leader of the firm’s Securities Regulation and Litigation Practice, and William Nelson, Senior Counsel at Eversheds Sutherland, break down the latest developments shaping the financial services regulatory landscape. They discuss the House Financial Services Committee's report on financial fraud and scams , including key findings and potential policy implications for firms, investors, and regulators. Valerie and William also review the 2026 RegFlex agenda, with a focus on the SEC's proposed e-Delivery framework, exploring how the proposal could modernize investor communications while raising important implementation considerations for firms. Additionally, they discussed the SEC's Retail Fraud Working Group and its focus on combating emerging threats to retail investors, before closing with insights from FINRA's latest enforcement report, highlighting notable trends, enforcement priorities, and practical compliance takeaways. Tune in for a timely overview of the regulatory, compliance, and investor protection issues that financial services professionals should have on their radar. Recent Past Episodes of this Series: Spotlight on CFP Board - Innovation, Investor Protection, and the Fight Against Financial Fraud (7/22/26) ⁠Key Developments in SEC Enforcement, Exams, and Rulemaking⁠ (6/17/2026) ⁠⁠Redefining Retirement: New Rules, New Opportunities⁠⁠ (5/20/2026) ⁠⁠⁠A New Enforcement Era and the Potential Coming Wave of SEC Rulemaking⁠⁠⁠ (4/22/2026) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Congress Puts the SROs Under the Microscope: SEC Oversight, Transparency, and Reform⁠⁠⁠⁠ (3/18/2026) Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

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  Episode #9

  Clearing the Air - A Conversation with EPA’s former Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe

  Aug 5, 202625 minS8

  Host Jivan Ramesh sat down with former Deputy Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency Janet McCabe to discuss the endangerment finding, the Clean Air Act, and changes in the EPA. The Deputy Administrator provided a forward-looking insight into how environmental law has changed, how it's likely to change in the future, and what this may affect. Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

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  Episode #8

  Securities Regulation and Enforcement Series: Spotlight on CFP Board - Innovation, Investor Protection, and the Fight Against Financial Fraud

  Jul 22, 202630 minS8

  In this Season 3 episode, co-hosts A. Valerie Mirko, Partner at Armstrong Teasdale LLP and leader of the firm’s Securities Regulation and Litigation Practice, and William Nelson, Director of Public Policy and Associate General Counsel at the Investment Adviser Association, speak with Erin Koeppel, Managing Director, Government Relations & Public Policy Counsel at CFP Board. Valerie, William, and Erin discuss CFP Board’s role as a standard-setting organization, its certification program, and its public policy and advocacy priorities. Erin also shares insights on CFP Board’s recently issued fraud research , including the role of CFP® professionals as financial first responders, legislative efforts to address fraud and better support victims of fraud. The conversation also explores the SEC’s regulatory agenda, including its focus on innovation, and CFP Board’s complementary emphasis on investor protection as a core public policy priority. This episode is a must-listen for securities lawyers, compliance professionals, regulators, and anyone navigating today’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Recent Past Episodes of this Series: Key Developments in SEC Enforcement, Exams, and Rulemaking (6/17/2026) ⁠Redefining Retirement: New Rules, New Opportunities⁠ (5/20/2026) ⁠⁠A New Enforcement Era and the Potential Coming Wave of SEC Rulemaking⁠⁠ (4/22/2026) ⁠⁠⁠Congress Puts the SROs Under the Microscope: SEC Oversight, Transparency, and Reform⁠⁠⁠ (3/18/2026) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Congress Puts the SEC Under the Microscope: Accountability, Due Process, and Reform⁠⁠⁠⁠ (2/11/2026) Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

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  Episode #7

  The 6 Pillars of Lawyer Well-Being: The Social Pillar

  Jul 19, 202617 minS8

  Join us for an engaging conversation on the social pillar of well-being with Maryland based psychotherapist, Cintra Harbold. This episode concludes the Lawyer Well-being Community’s series, The Six Pillars of Well-Being. In this dynamic discussion with your community host, Winsome Gayle, a social justice lawyer and leadership coach, Cintra provides practical ways for us to connect. From Aristotle to the outdoors, Cintra, a nature certified therapist, tells us how we are built to connect and why it is important for our personal and professional well-being. And, if you are an introvert, Cintra shares some useful tips for you as well! Learn more about Cintra Harbold’s practice here . Learn more about Winsome Gayle here . Please note, the positions and opinions expressed by the speakers are strictly their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers, nor those of the D.C. Bar, its Board of Governors or co-sponsoring Communities and organizations.

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