eDiscovery Chicks Podcast

Identification and preservation are where eDiscovery cases quietly get won—or quietly get set on fire.This episode is for in-house counsel, legal ops, and eDiscovery leaders who are tired of legal hold theater and surprised-by-retention-policy disasters. We break down Identification + Preservation (EDRM style), what “reasonable steps” under Rule 37(e) looks like in the real world, and why mobile/messaging data is now the main character.#FlockOn Friends!

The eDiscovery Chicks are back — 🐔✨Join Angie & Bree as they break down the rapid changes AI is bringing to our industry, what’s real vs. what’s… well… a little cluckin’ dramatic, and how these shifts might reshape your role and even the billable hour. ⏱️⚖️💛 Feeling behind the flock already? Don’t stress — you’re not alone.💛 And of course, you won’t want to miss the entertainment (and chaos) as the Chicks explore what ChatGPT can really do. 🧠🐣

Sweetie, your prompt is showing… 👀Generative AI has gone from shiny toy to discovery minefield. Courts are sanctioning lawyers for hallucinated citations, bar associations are issuing new guidance, and regulators are rolling out rules with teeth.In our next episode, we dig into:Some everyday tips and tricks for using AIThe patchwork problem of AI ethics and regulationPrompting as the new literacy for legal prosWhat governance and readiness really mean in 2025🎙️ Tune in Thursday for a witty, no-nonsense guide to AI in eDiscovery — because the last thing you want is your chatbot testifying against you.

Forensic video expert Melissa Kimbrell joins the eDiscovery Chicks to unpack the future of video evidence:Deepfakes in the courtroomMetadata as the “fingerprints” of digital filesLessons from real testimony where evidence was tossed outTools that track every step from crime scene to courtroomIf you’ve ever wondered how experts prove what’s real — and how lawyers challenge what isn’t — this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now: link in comments.✨ Tag a trial lawyer, forensic nerd, or courtroom techie who needs to hear this!

Your smart speaker wasn't designed to be a witness—but that doesn't mean it won't end up in court.In this episode of eDiscovery Chicks, we dive into the wild world of the Internet of Things (IoT) and its growing role in legal discovery. From Fitbits that contradict alibis to Ring doorbells reconstructing timelines, we explore how connected devices are quietly reshaping civil and criminal litigation.Angie and Bree break down:What counts as IoT—and why it matters in courtReal-life cases where smart devices became key evidenceWhy context is everything when interpreting IoT logsThe eDiscovery headaches (and opportunities) IoT createsHey! And speaking of the worlds of Forensics and eDiscovery colliding, the Chicks are joined by Allison Dowd and Jennifer Whether you're a legal tech pro, a curious litigator, or just someone side-eyeing your smart fridge—this one's for you.

In Memory of our dear friend, Kaylee Walstad.Join Angie and Bree as they sit down with the Queens of eDiscovery - Mary Mack and Kaylee Walstad. They will discuss:The origin of the EDRM and where its going.Why they do what they do.And "Fun Facts" you will NOT want to miss!

This week, the eDiscovery Chicks let a Cat into the Henhouse! Angie and Bree are thrilled to welcome the unstoppable Cat Casey — a true trailblazer who’s been shaking up eDiscovery and Legal Tech (and making it look easy).In this episode, Cat dives into:eDiscovery and Legal Tech: How it all got startedAI: game changer or overhyped buzzword?Crushing Imposter SyndromeBuilding a personal brand that’s impossible to ignoreWhether you’re a seasoned pro or still figuring out where you fit in, this episode packs the kind of no-fluff advice you actually want to hear.Don’t miss it! #FlockOn Friends.#eDiscoveryChicks #LegalTech #AIinLaw #CatCasey #WomenInLegal #LitigationSupport #LegalOps #ImposterSyndrome #PersonalBranding #InfoGov

On this episode of the eDiscovery Chicks podcast, Angie and Bree dive into Data Mapping from the Corporate perspective.What the flock is a data map anyway?Who is responsible for managing it?How am I involved and why do I care?Answers to these questions and some eDiscovery Chick banter is all instore! If you like what you hear, remember to follow us on LinkedIn and check out previous episodes anywhere you get your podcasts! We'd also love to hear from you at admin@ediscoverychicks.com.Until next time.... #FlockOn friends !

What the flock do missing people have to do with eDiscovery? Check out this newest episode to find out!Angie and Bree sit down with Mel Turnquist, CEO at Texas Center for the Missing to discuss the state of missing people in Texas, Amber and related alerts, DNA processes, and much more. Did you know… 1,500 children are reported missing daily?Did you know… 79% of online sexual solicitations occur on home computers and personal digital devices?Did you know… HOUSTON’S AMBER ALERT is credited with saving 221 children out of the 1,271 recoveries directly attributed to the Amber Alert nationwide?Listen in to be informed and to learn how you can help!Resources:www.fb.com/TXCenterlinkedin.com/company/texas-center-for-the-missingInsta: @txcenterforthemissingyoutube.com/user/theTXCenterCase Management intake flowchart: https://centerforthemissing.org/case-management/

Join Angie and Bree as they discuss the intersection of murder and eDiscovery. Plus - two special guests drop by to talk about the Techno Security Conference happening in Wilmington, NC in June!

Just dropped! 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐫What if the world isn’t built for how you think? And what if that’s not a problem—but a superpower?In this powerful episode, Bree and Angie sit down with 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐫 to unpack the complexity, beauty, and challenges of neurodivergence in the legal world.We cover: ◈ Defining what it means to be neurodivergent (and why it’s not just about diagnoses). ◈ How sensitivity, perception, and communication differ across neurotypes. ◈ The pressure to “mask” in legal spaces—and how to find empowerment instead. ◈ Why empathy and environment matter more than you think.💬 Whether you’re ND yourself or want to better support your colleagues, this one’s for you. What resonated most? Let’s talk in the comments.Resource recommendations “Empire of Normality” by Robert Chapman “The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture” by Gabor Maté MD (Author), Daniel Maté (Author, Narrator)“The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work” by Ludmila N. Praslova, PhD“How to be You: Say Goodbye to Should, Would and Could So That You Can” by Ellie Middleton“Un-Typical: How the World Isn’t Built for Autistic People and WHat We Should All Do About It” by Pete Wharmby“The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma” by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. “The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog: And Other Stories from a Child Psychiatrist's Notebook -- What Traumatized Children Can Teach Us About Loss, Love, and Healing” by Bruce D Perry and Maia Szalavitz “Self-Care for Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-Stress, and Unmask!” by Dr. Megan Anna Neff🐔 Flock on, followers!

The eDiscovery Chicks sit down with legendary ✨Doug Austin✨ to get the skinny on the 2025 State of the Industry Report! Angie and Bree will discuss the latest trends, thoughts on growth, the current state of eDiscovery and Legal Tech from a variety of perspectives, and hear Doug's take on what makes 2025 unique! If you don't know what the flock this report is - or have FOMO because you missed it - 🤖 check it out here: https://ediscoverytoday.com/2025/01/30/2025-state-of-the-industry-report-is-out-heres-how-to-get-it-ediscovery-trends/

💾 A single floppy disk. That’s all it took to bring down one of America’s most notorious serial killers.In this episode of 𝐅𝐎𝐖𝐋 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘, we dive into how 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 became the key to unmasking 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐓𝐊 𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫, after three decades of evading capture.We explore: ◗ The 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 that exposed Rader’s identity. ◗ How a seemingly innocent floppy disk contained 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥. ◗ The 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 in modern investigations—whether in criminal cases or corporate eDiscovery.𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐧, 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬!

🐔In this episode, the eDiscovery Chicks report back from their trip to Houston. They share their experiences and insights from the streets of H-Town including a corporate training and presentation, an ACEDS event, and an unexpected twist. Tune in to this shortie episode to hear all about their adventures,✨The link to the episode is in the comments below! 🎧

🔄 Feel like your workday is a never-ending game of whack-a-mole? A solid workflow can change everything.📈 In this episode, we break down the art and science of workflows, covering: ✔️ Building effective workflows that cut inefficiency. ✔️ Key components like triggers, milestones, and end goals. ✔️ How collaboration and tech tools like Slack, Relativity, and Asana supercharge your processes.🚀 From eDiscovery professionals to entrepreneurs, these insights will help you go from chaos to precision.🐔 Flock on, followers!

🎭 Deepfakes aren’t just for movies anymore—they’re showing up in courtrooms. But how can judges and attorneys distinguish fact from fiction when reality itself is on trial?⚖️ In this episode, we explore the 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐟𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 with two industry legends: 𝐑𝐚𝐥𝐩𝐡 𝐋𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐲, Esq., a pioneer in eDiscovery, and 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐑𝐚𝐥𝐩𝐡 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐞, a retired judge and expert in evidence law. From 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬 to the evolving Federal Rules of Evidence, this episode tackles the cutting-edge intersection of AI and the courtroom.🐔 Flock on, followers!Referenced Articles"The Problem of Deepfakes and AI-Generated Evidence: Is It Time to Revise the Rules of Evidence? (Part One)"Author: Ralph LoseyPublished: September 19, 2024"The Problem of Deepfakes and AI-Generated Evidence: Is It Time to Revise the Rules of Evidence? (Part Two)"Author: Ralph LoseyPublished: September 23, 2024"Warning: The Evidence Committee Will Not Change the Rules to Help Protect Against Deep Fake Video Evidence"Author: Ralph LoseyPublished: December 4, 2024"Real or Fake? New Law Review Article Provides a Good Framework for Judges to Make the Call"Author: Ralph LoseyPublished: June 13, 2023"Legal Professionals Should Embrace Generative AI Now and Join a New Era of Co-Intelligence"Author: EDRM TeamPublished: October 2024"Civil Procedure Rules Can Change for the Better, But It Takes Work"Author: EDRM TeamPublished: May 2024"Rise of the Machines II: A Deeper Dive into Transition to Generative AI in Law Practice"Author: EDRM TeamPublished: March 2024

📱 Did you know cell phone location data can pinpoint which side of a house someone is on? This tech marvel is a powerful tool in criminal cases, but how does it go from 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 to 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬?👨‍⚖️ In this episode of 𝐅𝐎𝐖𝐋 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘, we sit down with 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐤, a Senior King County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, to unpack the journey of 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬. From search warrants and admissibility hurdles to the critical role of experts in interpreting this evidence, David shares insights gained from handling over 50 criminal trials.🐔 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐧, 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬!

It's the first episode of season 2! In this episode eDiscovery Chicks, Angie and Dakota, delve into cost shifting and what it means in the eDiscovery world. With a new season comes a new case study, and this seasons concepts will be tested in the magical world of Harry Potter. Sit back, relax, and grab your butter beer. We're diving into cost shifting!

𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞: 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 | 𝐀 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐈𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰🎉 Surprise! Bree and Angie are taking a moment to reflect on moments of 2024—and share an exciting preview of what’s in store for 2025.Don’t miss this special wrap-up episode where we:🎇 Reflect on takeaways from 2024🎇 Share personal aspirations and goals🎇 Discuss NYE 2024!🐔 Flock on, followers and thank you all for your support this year! We can’t wait to see what the new year has in store… 🥂

🎙️ 𝐀 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭! 🐥🍸The eDiscovery Chicks are thrilled to announce a special crossover episode with 𝐞𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 hosted by the incomparable 𝐑𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭! We’re combining forces for an episode packed with insights, laughs, and all things eDiscovery.📍 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:A lively discussion on hot topics in eDiscoveryBehind-the-scenes stories from both podcastsA blend of professional expertise and laid-back vibes🛋️ Whether you tune in for the eDiscovery know-how, the witty banter, or just to see what happens when two podcasts collide, this episode is not one to miss.