The Good Judge-ment Podcast

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Georgia Superior Court judges J. Wade Padgett (Columbia Circuit) and Tain Kell (Cobb Circuit) created this podcast series to provide continuing education and other matters of interest to Georgia judges. Of course, the podcast will hopefully be of interest to lawyers and members of the public as well. Also, we love feedback. If you have praise or ideas for the podcast, contact us at goodjudgepod@gmail.com. If you have complaints, forward those elsewhere.

The Good Judge-ment Podcast


    • May 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 171 EPISODES

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    The Good Judge-ment Podcast is an exceptional resource for anyone interested in the field of law, especially those working or studying in family law. As a listener and avid fan, I had the pleasure of hearing Judge Padgett and Kell speak to my family law class this semester, and it truly enhanced my understanding of the subject matter. In addition to their informative lectures, their podcast served as an incredible supplement to my course material, offering valuable insights and perspectives on various legal topics.

    One of the best aspects of The Good Judge-ment Podcast is the expertise and experience that Judge Padgett and Kell bring to each episode. Being able to learn from seasoned professionals who have dedicated their careers to the legal system is incredibly valuable. Their vast knowledge shines through in their discussions, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of not only family law but also different areas within the justice system. Their ability to break down complex concepts into digestible segments makes it accessible for both legal practitioners and individuals with little background in law.

    Another remarkable aspect is how engaging and relatable the hosts are. The podcast manages to strike a perfect balance between being educational and entertaining. Judge Padgett and Kell have a natural chemistry that makes every episode enjoyable to listen to. They bring real-life examples into their discussions, making it easy for listeners to connect with the content on a practical level. Additionally, their dedication shines through as they tackle current issues in society that intersect with family law, sparking thought-provoking conversations that encourage critical thinking.

    While it's challenging to find any flaws in The Good Judge-ment Podcast, one minor downside worth mentioning is its focus primarily on Georgia judges and laws specific to that jurisdiction. Although this may limit its appeal for international or out-of-state listeners seeking broader legal insights, it remains an invaluable resource for those practicing or studying law within Georgia. Despite this limitation, many episodes still hold relevance beyond state borders due to the hosts' ability to delve into fundamental legal principles and universal aspects of family law.

    In conclusion, The Good Judge-ment Podcast is an exceptional resource that provides listeners with valuable knowledge and insights into the field of family law. Judge Padgett and Kell's expertise, engaging delivery, and relatable discussions create a podcast that is both informative and entertaining. Whether you are a law student, legal professional, or simply interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the justice system, this podcast will undoubtedly enhance your knowledge and leave you eagerly awaiting each new episode.



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    Latest episodes from The Good Judge-ment Podcast

    Ep. 164: Suspended Sentences in Criminal Cases

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 38:02


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss suspended sentences in criminal cases. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 163: Tort Reform Legislation w/ Sen. John F. Kennedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 64:55


    In this episode, Wade and Tain are joined by State Senator John F. Kennedy, the President pro tempore of the Georgia Senate, to discuss Senate Bill 68 and Senate Bill 69, which were both recently passed by the Georgia General Assembly and signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp. SB 68 and SB 69 constitute a legislative package which involves a significant overhaul of civil litigation rules also known as tort reform. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 163: Subject Matter Jurisdiction

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 44:27


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss subject matter jurisdiction. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 162: Judiciary Under Attack

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 46:19


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the rising threats against the judiciary. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 161: Bench Trials in Criminal Cases

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 33:38


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss bench trials in criminal cases. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 160: Jury Selection - Good Lawyer-ing Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 52:59


    In the first of a series of episodes, Wade and Tain discuss jury selection, or voir dire. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 159: Property Division In Domestic Relations Cases

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 49:06


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the division of property in domestic relations cases. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 158 - Recusal Motions Revisited

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 58:30


    In this refresher episode, Wade and Tain provide an updated discussion on recusal motions - a topic that they originally addressed in a 2019 episode. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 157: Waiver of Attorney-Client Privilege

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 48:52


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss waiver of attorney-client privilege. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 156: AI & the Courts

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 46:57


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the use of generative artificial intelligence and its use in courts. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 155: Child Support Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 56:05


    In this episode, Wade and Tain welcome Noelle Lagueux-Alvarez and Kurt Bryan of the Judicial Council/Administrative Office of the Courts to discuss the recent statutory updates relative to child support matters, which resulted from the passage of Senate Bill 454. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 154: Behavioral Incentive Dates

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 36:29


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss behavioral incentive dates. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 153: Staff Attorney Perspective w/ JB Bryant and Viraj Parmar

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 55:05


    In this episode, Wade and Tain are joined by attorneys Viraj Parmar and John "JB" Bryant, Jr. to discuss a variety of issues from the perspective of a staff attorney. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 152: Limiting Instructions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 42:24


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss when and how to apply limiting instructions during jury trials. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 151: Sealing Records

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 34:51


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the process and procedure to have documents sealed. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 150: Electronic Security w/ Ben Luke - Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 50:50


    In the second episode of a two-episode mini-series, Wade and Tain continue the discussion of electronic security with Ben Luke, the Chief Technology Officer of the Judicial Council/Administrative Office of the Courts. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 149: Electronic Security w/ Ben Luke - Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 49:59


    In the first episode of a two-episode mini-series, Wade and Tain are joined by Ben Luke, the Chief Technology Officer of the Judicial Council/Administrative Office of the Courts, to discuss electronic security. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 148: Wilson v. State

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 29:21


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss Wilson v. State, a recent decision by the Georgia Court of Appeals. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 147: Beall v. Beall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 30:39


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss Beall v. Beall, a recent decision by the Georgia Court of Appeals. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 146: Special Masters

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 36:04


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the role of special masters. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 145: Eviction Actions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 64:02


    In this episode, Wade and Tain are joined by Gwinnett County Chief Magistrate Judge Kristina Hammer Blum to discuss writs of possession, also known as evictions. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 144: Interpreter Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 52:58


    In this episode, Wade and Tain are joined by Marietta attorney Paul D. Panusky, Judge Jana Edmonson-Cooper of the Cobb County Magistrate Court, and Christopher Hansard of the Cobb County Superior Court to discuss interpreters. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 143: Wade's Appointment

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 10:37


    In this very special episode, Wade and Tain discuss Wade's appointment to the Georgia Court of Appeals and the future of the podcast. Come for the announcements, but stay for Tain's "Full House"-esqe tribute to Wade.

    Ep. 142: Kellum v. State

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 35:15


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss Kellum v. State, a recent decision by the Georgia Court of Appeals. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 141: Domestic Relations Financial Affidavits

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 37:30


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the domestic relations financial affidavit - shampoo sold separately. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 140: Recalcitrant Witnesses

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 48:50


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss recalcitrant witnesses, also known as witnesses who do not want to testify. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 139: First Offender and Conditional Discharge

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 49:06


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the Georgia First Offender Act and conditional discharge. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 138: Juror Qualifications in Criminal Cases

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 31:43


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss juror qualifications in criminal cases, particularly involving the automatic disqualification of law enforcement officers. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 137: Continuing Witness Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 44:31


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the continuing witness rule. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 136: Nuclear Verdicts w/ Lloyd Bell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 45:42


    In this episode, Wade and Tain are joined by plaintiff's attorney and fellow podcaster Lloyd Bell to discuss nuclear verdicts. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 135: Nuclear Verdicts w/ Matthew Moffett

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 38:53


    In this episode, Wade and Tain are joined by civil defense attorney Matthew G. Moffett to discuss nuclear verdicts. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 134: Closing Arguments in Criminal Cases, Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 32:35


    In the second episode of a two-episode mini-series, Wade and Tain continue their discuss on closing arguments in criminal cases. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 133: Closing Arguments in Criminal Cases, Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 36:52


    In the first episode of a two-episode mini-series, Wade and Tain discuss closing arguments in criminal cases. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 132: Sentencing

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 52:41


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss sentencing. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 131: High Publicity Trials, Part II w/ Senior Judge Jim Bodiford

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 39:27


    In the second episode of a two-episode mini-series, Wade and Tain continue their discussion with Senior Judge Jim Bodiford about conducting a high-publicity trial. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 130: High Publicity Trials, Part I w/ Senior Judge Jim Bodiford

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 46:12


    In the first episode of a two-episode mini-series, Wade and Tain are joined by Senior Judge Jim Bodiford to discuss conducting a high-publicity trial. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 129: Let's Talk RICO w/ Chris Timmons

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 42:43


    In this episode, Wade and Tain are joined by trial attorney Chris Timmons to discuss the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) cases. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 128: Accusations in Traffic Citations

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 24:36


    In this episode, Wade and Tain beg for help and also discuss Smith v. State, 366 Ga. App. 399. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 127: Superior and State Court Appellate Practice Act

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 33:56


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss statutory changes as a result of the Superior and State Court Appellate Practice Act (SSCAPA) . The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 126: Multi-Defendant Criminal Cases, Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 49:57


    In the second episode of a two-episode mini-series, Wade and Tain continue their discussion on criminal trials with multiple defendants. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 125: Multi-Defendant Criminal Cases, Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 43:21


    In the first episode of a two-episode mini-series, Wade and Tain discuss criminal trials with multiple defendants. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 124: Ethics for Judges

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 52:06


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss ethics for judges. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 123: Name Change Actions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 27:15


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss name change actions. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 122: The Five-Year Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 35:58


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the five-year rule. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 121: Judicial Canons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 20:17


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the canons of judicial ethics. Of course, not surprisingly/As only he can/Tain applies his Suessian talents/To the topic at hand. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 120: 5th Amendment in Civil Cases

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 33:07


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the invocation of the 5th Amendment in civil cases. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 119: Probation Revocation Hearings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 35:45


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss probation revocation hearings. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 118: Hybrid Representation - Johnson v. State

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 32:35


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss the recent Supreme Court of Georgia decision in Johnson v. State. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 117: Bond and Bond Conditions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 34:45


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss bonds and bond conditions. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 116: Custodial Statements of Minors

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 18:31


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss custodial statements of minors. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

    Ep. 114: Daubert in Criminal Cases

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 27:54


    In this episode, Wade and Tain discuss Daubert in criminal cases. The written outline, with citations, can be found at goodjudgepod.com.

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