Legally Insane - The Law is Funny

Matt and Tony take a closer look at the role and history of Vice President’s following word that Senator Kamala Harris has been named Joe Biden’s running mate in the 2020 Presidential election. Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 - Tony Sam’s Word of the Day podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tony-sams-word-of-the-day/id829058091 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast Matt Ritter - @mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam

Matt and Tony do a deep-dive into Mark and Patricia McCloskey, the Missouri couple that became famous after pointing weapons at peaceful protestors walking past their house.  Not only do we talk about this particular incident but also their notoriously litigious past. Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 - Tony Sam’s Word of the Day podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tony-sams-word-of-the-day/id829058091 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast Matt Ritter - @mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam

Matt and Tony talk about some of the other big news items that have been popping up during this pandemic; the toppling of Confederate statutes, the potential name change for the Washington NFL team, and how the Trump administration is targeting students studying from abroad.   Later on, Matt chats with DACA Attorney and Trump slayer Luis Cortes Romero   Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 - Tony Sam’s Word of the Day podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tony-sams-word-of-the-day/id829058091 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast Matt Ritter - @mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam

Matt and Tony are back talking about systemic racism in the US and the growing movement to make sure Black Lives Matter.  They dive deep on the topic of qualified immunity, tearing down confederate statues, and the need for systematic change across the nation. Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 - Tony Sam’s Word of the Day podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tony-sams-word-of-the-day/id829058091 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast Matt Ritter - @mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam

Matt and Tony break down the horrific and senseless killing of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia and how the stand your ground laws almost allowed two murderers to avoid arrest. Also, the Department of Justice’s decision to drop the case against President Trump’s former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn. Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 - Tony Sam’s Word of the Day podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tony-sams-word-of-the-day/id829058091 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast Matt Ritter - @mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam

Matt and Tony reflect on life during quarantine, the potential plans to start opening the economy, how the pandemic is impacting different groups, and the two revisit the murder case of Michael Jordan’s father, James Jordan.  Later on, Matt hosts an interview with Fixthecourt.com’s Gabe Roth about the frustration of the Supreme Court not having a video feed.   Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 - Tony Sam’s Word of the Day podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tony-sams-word-of-the-day/id829058091 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

Matt and Tony talk about how social distancing is impacting them, how long we can expect shelter-in-place rules to remain in place, and some of the other legal questions that pop up as a result of the quarantine orders across the country.   Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 - Tony Sam’s Word of the Day podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tony-sams-word-of-the-day/id829058091 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

Matt and Tony talk about the sweeping stimulus packages in response to Coronavirus and a history of unemployment protection in the US.   Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

How Matt and Tony are coping with Coronavirus, Senators caught insider trading after being briefed about the potential pandemic and the legal history of insider trading among Congress.   Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

A recap of the Harvey Weinstein trial, his known history as a sex offender, and the sentencing. Get Tickets to their April 2nd show (if it happens) at the Hollywood Improv - https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/10261495/ Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

Everything you need to know about Corona Virus, from what impact it is having on the markets, the history of pandemic responses, and the current state of the US response. Get Tickets to their April 2nd show (if it happens) at the Hollywood Improv - https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/10261495/ Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ and his comedy special 40-Year Old Version - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ln1EXzKkrtG8YKoI2htoJ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

A brief history of vagrancy laws and homelessness in the US, what’s causing a spike in homelessness today,  and what changes have taken place recently in regards to policing the homeless.   Get Tickets to their February 6th show at Hollywood Improv - https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/10261495/ Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

Matt and Tony preview some of the big cases that will be before the Supreme Court in the latest session; including some involving President Trump, abortion bans, and Bridgegate. This episode also features an interview with Judge Herb Dodell, author of From the Trench to the Bench, who shares some great stories from his time in the legal field. Get Tickets to their February 6th show at Hollywood Improv - https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/10261495/ Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

Matt and Tony kick off the New Year with a quick look back at 2019 and then a review of changes to the laws in 2020 in California. First a focus on gun safety, changes to how schools can and can not shame or discipline students, the independent contractor law that will impact freelancers in the gig economy, and more.   Get Tickets to their February 6th show at Hollywood Improv - https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/10261495/ Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 Learn more about the podcast  - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and hosts on social  Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter - @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam - @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

Matt and Tony close out the year with a look at the current state of partisan politics as President Donald Trump has officially been impeached by the House of Representatives, a deep dive into the incidents that led to the initial investigations into Trump, a game of jail or no jail with top politicians from both parties, and more.  Get Tickets to their February 6th show at Hollywood Improv - https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/10261495/ Check Out Matt’s Film Tasteless - https://tastelessfilm.com/ Listen to Tony’s standup Album on Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/scaredy-cat/918913749 Learn more - http://www.cascademedia.com/show/legally-insane-podcast/ Follow the show and its hosts on Twitter Legally Insane Podcast on twitter - @legallyinsanepod - https://twitter.com/legallynsanepod Legally Insane Podcast on Instagram - @legallyinsanepodcast - https://www.instagram.com/legallyinsanepodcast/ Matt Ritter @mattritter1 - https://twitter.com/mattritter1 Tony Sam @toekneesam - https://twitter.com/ToeKneeSam

Today on the podcast Matt and Tony are talking about the Tump Impeachment and the ridiculousness going on between the Democrats and the Republicans. Watching these two go at it, they should rename the impeachment, "The Trump Comedy" show. Also, don't forget to check the guys out next week at The Hollywood Improv on 12/13/19.   Hollywood Improv Tickets: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+w%2f+matt+ritter+and+more%21/10076935/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam

Today the guys celebrate 100 episodes. A huge thanks to all of the fans who’ve made this possible. In honor of today’s celebration Matt and Tony are having a laugh at some of their favorite moments from past shows.   Highlights: Legal cases with the craziest names Batman vs. Commissioner Clickerballs Juicy Whip vs. Orange Bang The love sponge and the hulkster Renovating women in Nevada The Eugenics movement President Pardon’s   The Takeaway – Thank you to everyone for your support!   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Hollywood Improv Show - https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+w%2f+matt+ritter%2c+tony+sam+and+more+tba%21/9879395/      

Today the guys are discussing the recent bill signed by Gavin Newsom that allows college athletes to start making money from sponsorship opportunities. They break down the pro’s and con’s of this move and discuss the insane amount of revenue that Universities make from NCAA sports and how well paid their coaches are. Also, Matt and Tony dive into some of the history of college athletes getting treated poorly and how video game giant EA Sports was using student athletes in it's games without compensation.   Highlights: “You cant trust a man with a ton of hair gel” Student athletes making money through endorsements Student athletes getting injured in the 1950’s Ed O’ Bannon vs. EA Sports Nick Saban’s 11 million dollar salary Judge Wilkin rules in favor of college athletes   The Takeaway – There will be many people for and against college athletes getting paid. Expect to see a lot of push back from the universities, unless they get their cut of the money.   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Hollywood Improv Show https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+w%2f+matt+ritter%2c+tony+sam+and+more+tba%21/9879395/      

In this episode Matt and Tony get into the latest Trump legal fiasco. An NY Judge ruled that he cannot use the DOJ guideline to hide his tax returns. In a quite blistering ruling, the Judge basically called it an outrage to justice. It will be in front of the 2nd circuit soon. It made the guys decide to a deep dive into the IRS website to find out what other frivolous arguments people are using to get out of paying their taxes. Nobody did it better than the legendary Wesley Snipes, well except for the fact that he got 3 years. They also award the Legally-In-Shame of the week to Dominos Pizza who denied a blind man access to their website. The Supreme court ruled they had to make it ADA compliant so he too could get wasted and share in the grossness. 

On today’s show the guys are talking about the recent move by Nancy Pelosi to move forward with the impeachment of Donald Trump, because of his involvement with the Ukraine. The House of Representatives are in charge of setting up the impeachment, but the Senate holds the trial. Today, Matt and Tony break down why the Senate might pump the breaks if this impeachment goes to trial. They also discuss the history of Andrew Johnson’s impeachment and Hunter Biden’s shady behavior.   Highlights: Giuliani is contradictory Hunter Biden is sketch Trump holding aid from Ukraine The Senate controls impeachment trials Drinking as a cure for typhoid fever Mice in the White House   The Takeaway – This impeachment isn’t a shoe in.   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam    

When is an employer held liable for an employee’s actions? It depends on the scope of work, or employment. The legal scope of employment is the range of activities that an employee is reasonably expected to do as part of his or her job. Within this range of activities, the employer may be held liable for the employee's actions when a third party is injured by the employee's conduct. Today Matt and Tony examine a recent French case involving scope of employment as well as several other funny US cases.   Highlights: Xavier The Frenchman’s death France considers any accident that happens during a business trip to be work related The US Scope Of employment Helicopter crashed cause by clipboard The Country Club testicle A tub of tampons   The Takeaway – Whether or not your employer is liable depends on your scope of work.   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam    

Climate change is an on-going debate in this country. Recently a group of teens filed a lawsuit against the US government - Juliana vs. The US. These teens are saying that they have a right to a stable climate and that the trump administration is destroying the environment. This lawsuit caused the guys to dig into the history of climate laws in the US. In this episode they discuss the environmental regulations Trump has removed, the air quality in LA and NYC in the 1970’s, nuclear energy and more.   Highlights: Our Children’s Trust Trump has removed 84 environmental regulations Light bulb regulations Car manufacturers regulations The Air Pollution Control Act of 1955 Nuclear energy is surprisingly the cleanest Acid Rain   The Takeaway – We’ve come a long way with cleaning up the environment, but we still have a long way to go. Surprisingly nuclear energy is the most efficient and cleanest.   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Hollywood Improv Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/legally-insane-w-matt-ritter-hollywood-improv-the-lab-tickets/9811735?pl=hollyimprov&REFID=hollywoodWP&_ga=2.84621209.1013940197.1567727268-1982124518.1565734477    

The USA is in the middle of an Opium epidemic. Currently, it’s estimated that over 200,000 people have died from the use of Opioids. In today’s episode Matt and Tony dive into the history of Opium and discuss how it was once an accepted medicine for various run of the mill illnesses. Opium is extremely addicting and is currently is being transformed into Heroin and being cut with Fentanyl. Hundreds of thousands of people are at risk of dying.   Highlights: 200k deaths from opioids Perdue Pharma The historical use of opium in tick tacks The British East India Company Using opium for regular ailments Bayer, the godfathers of heroin Opium Dens The Pure Food and Drug Act US Drug Czars The Takeaway – What once was a centralized problem is now an epidemic.   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Hollywood Improv Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/legally-insane-w-matt-ritter-hollywood-improv-the-lab-tickets/9811735?pl=hollyimprov&REFID=hollywoodWP&_ga=2.84621209.1013940197.1567727268-1982124518.1565734477  

  Tulsi Gabbard, is an American politician and military veteran, serving as the U.S Representative for Hawaii’s 2nd congressional district. Her 2020 presidential run hasn’t been mentioned much in the press, so in today’s episode the guys dig into her history and political stances. She has a history of not supporting gay rights, being involved with the Hare Krishna's, going behind the democrats back and has a questionable history with her father.   Highlights: Involved in environmental politics from a young age Thank you for your service Tulsi used to not support gay rights but has now changed her stance Capoeira Discipline of Hare Krishna Anti Interventionist Sued Google for 50 million The Takeaway – Tulsi has been disloyal to her party and her past may come back to her haunt her in this election.   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Author, Activist and 2020 Democratic candidate Marianne Williamson is the topic of discussion today. She’s the founder of Project Angel Food and the co-founder of the Peace Alliance. While she’s certainly done a lot of good in the world, she’s a bit of an oddball. That’s what Matt and Tony are going to be diving into today. Specifically the metaphysical bookstore she ran in the early 80’s, her “Orwellian” stance on vaccines and how “nothing occurs outside our minds”.   Highlights: Switching accents during the debate A conservative Jew Being an opportunist Promoting Huxters Serving up some Angel Food cake Vaccines are Orwellian Running for office without a college degree The Takeaway – She’s done some good things for society but her strange past might come back to haunt her.   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Hedge Fund Manager, Jeffrey Epstein has been arrested for allegedly sex trafficking minors. This is on the heels of him pleading guilty to soliciting prostitution involving a minor in 2008. Epstein owns a private island called “Little St. James”. Allegedly this is where he would take underage girls, hold them hostage, and him and his friends would have their way with them. Many of Hollywood’s Elite and powerful Government officials were said to have partied with Epstein and visited his island.   Highlights: Non prosecution agreement in 2008 “A Collector of People” Only working with Billionaires Unexplained Wealth Epstein’s Temple Digital photos of young women hidden in Epstein’s safe Cy Vance, the scumbag District Attorney of NYC The Sex offender levels and point system Hanging with Hollywood’s Elite NYC’s – Child Victim’s Act   The Takeaway – Let’s put this guy away   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9572735/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

I Love You, Now Die: The Commonwealth vs. Michelle Carter is a documentary about the death of Conrad Roy. Conrad and Michelle had fallen in love and shared thousands of text messages over the span of two years, but only met in real life about five times. On July 13th, 2014 Conrad was found dead in his car. When investigators discovered the text messages between these two lovers, it was uncovered that Carter had encouraged Roy to kill himself. Carter has since been arrested for involuntary manslaughter.   Matt and Tony both watched the documentary and in today’s episode give their opinions about the case, the deranged Michelle Carter and uncover the legal controversy of text messages within lawsuits.   Highlights: Both Carter and Michelle were infatuated with self harm Michelle became popular because of “dead boyfriend sympathy” and she relished in it. Carter was aggressive about having his memorial in her town, so she could be the center of attention. The abusive father and clueless father Unintentional vs. involuntary in the eyes of the law The computer fraud and abuse act   The Takeaway – Texting is going to be faced with more and more scrutiny under the law as it’s an unavoidable part of our society.   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9572735/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam    

  Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher was found not guilty of murder in his recent war crimes case. The case was centered on him killing an ISIS militant who lay helpless, already wounded and being treated by a medic. The case was spoiled when the medic who was already granted immunity from the Military claimed he killed the ISIS militant. Trump has been in the news this week, taking credit for the not guilty verdict. In today’s episode Matt and Tony dissect this case and dive into the history of the Court Martial.   Highlights: The hunting knife The medic’s testimony Shooting at the locals Court-Martial vs. Military Tribunals General Custer and Benedict Arnold, both famous Court-Martials   The Takeaway – It’s yet to be seen what Trump’s involvement in this was case; we’ll wait and see as the story develops further.     Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9572735/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam  

The 2020 Democratic debate has come and gone, but the interaction between Kamala Harris and Joe Biden is still in the news. Kamala Harris accused Joe Biden of supporting segregationist senators and opposing bussing. Desegregation Bussing is the practice of transporting students to schools in different neighborhoods in an effort to address racial segregation. Biden has since denied opposing bussing overall. Today, Matt and Tony dissect the uproar between Joe and Kamala and discuss the history of Bussing.   Highlights: Brown vs. Board of Education Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg, ruled the courts can use bussing as a desegregation tool. The White Flight The Second Great Migration Southern Manifesto A 1999 poll showed 82% agreed that letting students go to their neighborhood school would be better than achieving racial balance through bussing In The Roberts Court, the Supreme Court struck down a lot of race based integration plans   The Takeaway – For better or worse the majority of the American public is against bussing.   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9572735/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

In today’s episode Matt and Tony are going to be discussing the recent situation with immigrants being detained at the boarder. Children are being separated from their families and are being kept without things like toothpaste, soap and blankets to sleep with. There’s currently an estimated 52,000 people being detained at the boarder and there’s really no clear-cut solution on what to do with these people and how to provide with them adequate human necessities and living conditions.   Highlights: Determining the detainee’s needs Strip searching immigrant teens and children in the 1980’s, at the US boarder The Flores Settlement Agreement Immigrants claiming asylum get priority at the boarder The definition of asylum is loosening As of May 20th, 2019 more than 52,000 people are being detained by ICE Trump claims 90% of the immigrants at the boarder don’t attend their hearings. The Left claims its closer to 20%   The Takeaway – We need to stop looking at people like they’re objects. We need to humanize the situation and figure out how to properly care for, treat and process these immigrants. There’s not easy solution, but this is a bi-partisan humanitarian crisis.   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9572735/     Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Cancel culture upon us, it seems that every time an actor, or high profile person makes a mistake, the public wants to end their career. That’s why today were touching on Morals Clauses. Morals Clauses are provisions within the instruments of a contract, which curtail certain behavior of individuals. I.e. if a Nike sponsored athlete screws up, Nike has to right to revoke their sponsorship or payments to that person. Today you’ll learn why high profile people might start pushing back on these clauses.   Highlights: Universal Studios wrote the first known morals clause, for actors Babe Ruth’s indulgences In the 19040’s and 50’s morals clauses found their way into politics The Hollywood 10 Loews v. Cole Dimitri Marick’s coke problem Nike Kept Kobe, Tiger Woods and Ben Roethlisberger’s contracts Reverse Moral’s Clauses Enron Stadium – Houston Astro’s debacle   The Takeaway – Celebrities and Athletes need to think long and hard whether they need to push back on morals clauses, so their contract doesn’t get voided by some mistake they made in their past, that society digs up on them.   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9572735/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

The Central Park jogger case was a criminal case based on the assault and rape of Trisha Meili, a white woman who was jogging in the park the night of April 19th, 1989. Four African American teenagers and one Hispanic teenager that were in the park that night were accused of the crime. The prosecution based their case on the alleged coerced testimony of the teenage boys. The 5 boys were convicted and received sentences ranging from 5-15 years. During the trial Donald Trump wrote and article calling for the death penalty, for criminals who commit these types of crimes. Today Matt and Tony are going to be breaking down the case and analyzing Trump’s influence on the effect of the outcome of the case.   Highlights: The alleged coerced testimonies by the teens Lead pipes and plumbers gear The teens were held without food and bathroom breaks Conformational bias Spinning the story to fit a variety of narratives   The Takeaway – The evidence was not strong enough to convict these kids.   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9370845/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

  Today the guys are re-touching on Gun Control. While it might not seem like anything is being done to protect people from irresponsible gun users, there have actually been several policies put in place in the last couple years, by State Governments. The main talking point for today is “Red Flag Laws”, which are gun violence prevention laws that permit police or family members to petition a state court to order a temporary removal of a fire arm from a person who may present a danger to themselves or others.   Highlights: Red Flag Laws The problem is gun rhymes with fun One averted suicide for every 10-11 gun removals/seizures 85% of registered voters supported Red Flag Laws NRA ghost writing articles opposing gun control laws 2nd amendment sanctuary cities Australia gun buy back/ban   The Takeaway – It may not seem like things are happening on the gun control front, but they are. It’s a slow moving process with many passionate opinions on all sides of the argument   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9370845/     Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Today we learn that most Presidents’ appoint their pals for their cabinet and other high-powered positions. Matt and Tony also discuss Mueller, how William Barr is on par with other awful attorney generals, the comparison between entertainment and politics and Matt tells a story about his connection to Trump.   Highlights: Not the Attorney General’s job to exonerate They’re all cronies Bobby Kennedy appointment, because, why not? Regan’s best friend and personal lawyer Covering up things for the President   The Takeaway – Cronyism always wins   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9370845/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Today’s discussion is all about Bill De Blasio. Bill is current mayor of NYC and has announced his 2020 Presidential bid. De Blasio has always had the reputation of being a little bit of a simpleton. He’s done a lot of questionable things and had a lot of questionable ideas as mayor of New York. Matt and Tony are going to dig into his past on today’s episode and discuss some of his mostly worst moments as mayor, while touching on a few of the good things he’s campaigned for.   Highlights: In a poll, only 5% of New Yorkers favored De Blasio for President in 2020 The infamous Cuban honeymoon Accidentally killing the groundhog on groundhog day Fork and knifing pizza Free preschool for the kids of NYC residents Bedtime Bill Championing a $15 minimum wage Loving the Boston Red Sox   The Takeaway – Though not the worst candidate, it’s unlikely that De Blasio will win the democratic bid.   Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9370845/   Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

  Prostitution, the oldest profession in the world is the topic of today’s show. Matt and Tony are going to be discussing it’s origins, the laws surrounding it both past and present, it’s financial impact, the health and safety of prostitutes and some hilarious other tidbits that most people probably don’t know, about turning tricks. Highlights: The ancient Greeks and Romans mandated that prostitutes wear specific clothing and pay large taxes Incels In old France, prostitution profits were shared with French Universities In NYC in the early 1900’s there were 200 active brothels and 75% of the cities male population had Venereal Disease The origins of the terms “Hooker” and “Red Light District” Comstock Law and The May Act 10 of 17 counties in Nevada have legal prostitution John’s School Paying for sex is a 16 billion dollar industry The Takeaway – Most prostitution laws were put into effect because of the huge amount of STD’s that were being transmitted; it wasn’t necessarily based on the moral implications of paying for sex. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane/9370845/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Tony and Matt are back from touring and coming in hot. This week they explore whether Facebook, twitter and the various other social media juggernauts are controlling our flow of information without taking any responsibility or liability for it. We go all the way back to the beginning of the internet and discuss the old Prodigy case, remember them. The courts agreed that even though they were a platform they could take down obscene content to protect from the late 90s rash of pedofiles sneaking into chat rooms! Congress passed Section 230 of the Communications Decency act to allow for this type of oversight but it seems Zuckerberg, Dorsey and co. have decided to overreach and ban anyone who disagrees with them. For once Tony and Matt find themselves in agreement with Donnie Jr. and co who feel that Facebook is trying to have it both ways. If you're a platform, you generally must remain content neutral. If you're a publisher, you can take ownership over who gets to speak on your site, but you open yourself up to all kinds of liability that Congress shielded platforms from. Facebook is trying to have it both ways but it seems like the public and Congress is fed up. We're eager to see how this plays out in the courts and in the legislature.   As always come to a show, next one is June 6th at the Hollywood Improv.   Follow us @toekneesam @mattritter1 @legallynsanepod.  Matt Ritter 917-576-0049 Website Youtube

With the word Impeachment constantly popping up in today’s news, the guys decide to dive into Bill Clinton’s Impeachment and his sexual acts with the then White House Intern, Monica Lewinsky. In this episode they’ll be examining how the media spun the whole story to make 22 year old Monica Lewinsky look like the predator instead of the victim. Highlights: Impeachment, on the minds of a lot of Americans Framing the case to make Monica Lewinsky look bad Obstruction of justice and Perjury Linda Trip secretly recorded Monica Lewinsky The meaning of is IS The Drudge Report The Takeaway – Monica Lewinsky got a bad shake. In American’s haste to take sides, we need to try and start looking at things objectively and listen to both sides of a story. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/legally-insane-hollywood-improv-the-labtickets/9370815?pl=hollyimprov&REFID=hollywoodWP&_ga=2.130221071.1041003832.1554834989-791494887.1553536445 Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Andrew Yang is the topic of today’s discussion. Andrew is an American Entrepreneur and Philanthropist. He’s one of the 16 Democratic candidates that are gunning for a shot at the White House. He’s a bit of an obscure candidate, whose on a mission to end circumcision in the US and get the federal government to pay you a 1k a month salary, just because. He’s pro free Medicare for all Americans and wants to use his tech background to slow down the automated economy. Highlights: 1k a month, universal basic income Am automated economy Human-centered capitalism Creating more jobs through tech Regulating social media through an Ombudsman Anti Circumcision The Takeaway – If you’re angry about not being circumcised and you want the government to pay you 1k a month, then Andrew Yang is your guy. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/legally-insane-hollywood-improv-the-labtickets/9370815?pl=hollyimprov&REFID=hollywoodWP&_ga=2.130221071.1041003832.1554834989-791494887.1553536445 Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Matt and Tony are feeling out a Joe Biden Presidency today. Joe seems to be a well-liked guy, who could have a shot at winning the Democratic Presidential Bid. But, today Matt and Tony are going to be poking some fun at “touchy Joe” and pull up some past stories about him getting a little busy with his hands. They also discuss his family life, voting record and some of the other questionable things he’s done in his past. Highlights: Touchy Joe Biden A life of tragedy Speech Plagiarizing Long Dong Silver Draft Dodging Post Nasal Drip A love of scent The Takeaway – Let’s not tarnish a man who loves a good scent, whose otherwise a solid candidate. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/legally-insane-matt-ritter-tony-hollywood-improv-the-lab-tickets/9194745?pl=hollyimprov&REFID=hollywoodWP&_ga=2.198349231.1879088864.1553536445-791494887.1553536445 Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam   Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Jussie Smollett recently had the 16 felony counts filed against him dropped. He walks with a $10,000 fine and some community service hours. None of this will appear on Smollett’s record. There’s mixed signals from Americans, some in support of Jussie, some outraged at the slap on the wrist he got. The verdict is controversial to say the least and you shouldn’t be surprised if Jussie Smollett stays under scrutiny for a while. In this episode, Matt and Tony discuss the verdict and how fishy it seems. There’s likely some collusion going on between Chicago government officials. Highlights: Pencil Neck Schiff Smollett Walks Free Obama aid collusion Celebrity Privilege Societal impact of falsifying hate crimes Trump threatening Civil Suit The Takeaway – Celebrities typically get away with crimes. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/legally-insane-matt-ritter-tony-hollywood-improv-the-lab-tickets/9194745?pl=hollyimprov&REFID=hollywoodWP&_ga=2.198349231.1879088864.1553536445-791494887.1553536445 Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

  Pete Buttigieg, a naval reservist, Afghanistan War Veteran and current Mayor of South Bend Indiana is running for President in 2020. While certainly an accomplished individual and someone who definitely has presidential qualities, Buttgieg is unlikely make it past the primaries. He’s 37 years old, openly gay and far left leaning. While America could be ready for an openly gay president, he’s still very young and in a lot of people’s minds he doesn’t have the life experience needed to make extremely tough decisions for the country. Otherwise, he’s a picture perfect Harvard Graduate. Today, Matt and Tony discuss Buttigieg and whether or not they think he has a shot at President. Highlights: Scotch Eggs on a first date The first, first man in the White House 2017 Loss for the DNC Chair 15 Supreme Court members Is the country ready for a gay president? Claiming to speak 7 languages Being president in your 30’s The Takeaway – While a true scholar and accomplished individual, Buttgieg is a huge long shot. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/legally-insane-matt-ritter-tony-hollywood-improv-the-lab-tickets/9194745?pl=hollyimprov&REFID=hollywoodWP&_ga=2.198349231.1879088864.1553536445-791494887.1553536445 Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: http://mattrittercomedy.com/  

  In today’s episode the guys are covering the largest college cheating scandal ever. 33 wealthy parents, 9 coaches and 2 exam administrators colluded to admit a group of wealthy parents' kids into some of the nations top colleges. These kids were low performers academically and otherwise wouldn't have had a chance getting into these colleges. Matt and Tony examine the ethics behind what these parents did and the potential jail time that the parties involved are facing.  Highlights: [02:48] – The Kushner Way [07:55] – The Side Door [09:34] – Posing as athletes [12:55] – The celebrities that paid for their kids to get into college [16:47] – Operation Varsity Blues [22:32] – Honest Fraud Services [31:12] – Kids for cash The Takeaway – Don’t try to buy your way into high society Twitter:   @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

In today’s episode the guys are examining Bernie Sanders' 2020 presidential bid. Bernie has long been a favorite for young progressives in this country and might have a solid chance at solidifying the democratic nomination for the 2020 election. Though a little bit outrageous and easy to make fun of, Bernie has championed a lot of good causes throughout his career in politics. In this episode the guys are diving into some of Bernie’s history, before politics and during his time as mayor and a senator.  Highlights: [04:40] – Feeling the Bern [07:24] – Honeymoon in Russia [09:40] – Bernie’s folk album and how he was desperate for fame [13:13] – Willis Wagons [18:00] – Bernie’s Resume [24:48] – Gun manufacturers immunity from class action suits [27:30] – Bernie Sanders ice cream [32:32] – King Of the Amendments The Takeaway – Whether or not you like Bernie he has always fought for the underdog. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+with+matt+ritter+and+tony+sam%21/9003445/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

The guys are back this week and they’re talking about the Jussie Smollett case. If you’ve been living under a rock and haven’t heard, Jussie, an actor on the popular show Empire, allegedly faked an assault/hate crime against him because he is unhappy with his Empire salary of $65,000 an episode. In this episode Matt and Tony give their opinion on the story and discuss some of the loopholes in Smollett’s testimony. Meanwhile, Empire has removed Jussie’s character from the last two remaining episodes of this season. Highlights: [01:54] – Requirements to run for president [04:48] – The Smollett Case [10:52] – Awful execution of the attack [13:15] – The first big race crime hoax in the USA in 1863 [13:45] – Miscegenation [21:00] – Jessie Anderson’s stabbing crime in 1992 [26:42] – Morton Downey Jr. The Takeaway – If you’re going to fake a crime, be smarter about it Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+with+matt+ritter+and+tony+sam%21/9003445/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Aaron Karo joins the guys on the podcast today. Aaron is a long time friend of Matt and he’s here to give his opinions about potential presidential candidate Beto O’ Rourke. The guys discuss whether or not Beto would be a good candidate while also brining up some of the skeletons in his closet. They also jump into a segment about the history of presidential drinking in our country. Turns out alcoholism and presidency go hand in hand. Highlights: [03:33] – Superfan question [05:41] – Examining contenders or pretenders [07:18] – Being aggressive in El Paso [11:20] – Beto’s skeletons [19:32] – The history of Presidential drinking [27:21] – Teddy Kennedy’s drunk driving [37:40] – Beto’s voting record The Takeaway – As a public figure it’s best to come out and tell the truth about your past mistakes and run ins with the law. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+with+matt+ritter+and+tony+sam%21/9003445/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Nobodies’ personal selfies are safe. Recently, the National Enquirer has threatened to leak nude photos of Jeff Bezos. Their tactic appears to have backfired as Bezos decided instead accuse the enquirer of trying to blackmail him. He paid for investigations to determine how his selfie fell into the hands of the tabloids. In this episode Matt and Tony cover the story and jump into a little bit of the history of blackmail and extortion. Highlights: [02:30] – Bezos dick pics [04:35] – Bezos accuses the enquirer of blackmail [06:18] – Blackmail in the bible [08:49] – The first political sex scandal in the USA [11:34] – Catch and Kill [19:04] – Extortion for a public statement [24:09] – Jeff BOZO The Takeaway – Extortion doesn’t have to be for money. It’s illegal when its used for something of “value”. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+with+matt+ritter+and+tony+sam%21/9003445/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com

On the heels of the Fyre Festival documentaries, Matt and Tony dive into the history of scams and “false advertising”. They then transition into some interesting tidbits about current lawsuits directed toward the Fyre Festival and Billy McFarland. Stay tuned to find out the guys’ opinions on Ja Rule, the Fyre Festival production staff and Fuck Jerry. Highlights: [07:28] – Samuel Hopkins Adams [09:58] – Before 1958 you could pretty much say anything in advertisements [11:55] – Fatty Arbuckle, the first endorser of cigarettes [20:03] – The Cigarette Labeling Act [21:46] – The Listerine lawsuit [27:48] – 2009 - Bloggers must site who they’re getting paid from [30:54] – Herbalife’s 220 million dollar law suit [32:22] – Two Fyre Festival attendee’s awarded 5 million dollars each [34:50] – Ja Rule’s involvement in Fyre Festival [37:54] – Puffery The Takeaway – Influencers and advertisers must be held accountable for their false claims. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+with+matt+ritter+and+tony+sam%21/9003415/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Today’s episode is about the Calexit movement. Calexit is the term used to describe breaking California up into different sections based on geography. While not a new movement, the idea of isolation has gotten stronger because of Trumps presidency. Some people supporting the movement want California to become it’s own country, while others want to split it in half or even thirds. While CA does have the 5th largest economy in the world and a liberal free spirited attitude, splitting off from the US or getting chopped up into different states is not that simple. In this episode Matt and Tony discuss the movement, it’s possibly outcomes and the legalities behind splitting up The Golden State. Highlights: [02:58] – Brexit but for California [04:44] – 220 official proposals to divide CA [07:23] – The compromise of 1850 [08:20] – Shasta, not the soda [08:45] – Pushing out Al Franken [10:30] – A three way split proposal in 1992 [14:45] – The worlds largest economies [15:10] – Cascadia [17:05] – Would have to amend the constitution The Takeaway – Although it’s possible to break up CA, it’s unlikely and would take major adjustments to the constitution. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+with+matt+ritter+and+tony+sam%21/9003415/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

On the heels of last weeks episode highlighting Kamala’s Harris’s presidential bid announcement, the guys decide to focus on another strong female candidate whose running in 2020, Kirsten Gillibrand. Kristen started her career in big law as a defense attorney for the cigarette giant Philip Morris. After her career in law she was eventually appointed as a Senator of New York. In this episode Matt and Tony break down her career moves, her ever changing political ideology and how she’s a strong candidate for 2020. Highlights: [12:05] – An appointed Senator [16:20] – Representing Philip Morris for more then a decade [22:05] – Fabricating junior attorney stories [25:30] – Flip flopping on immigration policies [31:20] – Pushing out Al Franken [34:10] – A leader of the “Me Too” movement The Takeaway – There’s going to be a strong list of female candidates for the 2020 election. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+with+matt+ritter+and+tony+sam%21/9003415/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com  

Today’s episode begs the question: “Exactly what qualifications should a person have to run for President?” Matt and Tony examine this question while jumping into a rumored 2020 presidential run by Kamala Harris. In this episode you’ll hear how Kamala’s political career was built off an affair with former SF Mayor Willie Brown. Matt and Tony also reveal Kamala’s efforts while serving as Attorney General of CA and District Attorney of San Francisco. Highlights: [03:55] – Pronouncing “Kamala” [05:28] – Charging parents with misdemeanors for their kids truancy [07:20] – Obama has a crush on Kamala [08:07] – Familiar DNA matches [13:30] – Hiding Catholic Church abuse [16:04] – 25 Billion Dollar settlement with the 5 largest mortgage companies [20:07] – Kamala’s affair with Willie Brown [28:00] – Minimum qualifications to run for President The Takeaway – Kamala Harris has only a few minor skeletons in her closet. She’d make a great presidential candidate. Hollywood Improv Ticket Link: https://improv.com/hollywood/event/legally+insane+with+matt+ritter+and+tony+sam%21/9003415/ Twitter: @mattritter1 @toekneesam Website: www.cascademedia.com