Tennessee Court Talk

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Tennessee Court Talk, host Nick Morgan sits down with Judges Steven Stafford, Andy Bennett, and Kristi Davis from the Tennessee Court of Appeals to chat about the court’s history, its role in Tennessee’s judicial system, and what really goes on behind the scenes in the appellate process. From how judges work together to the misconceptions they hear most often, this episode offers a friendly, inside look at how the Court of Appeals functions—and what every T...

Send us Fan Mail Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Kyle Hixson grew up in East Tennessee working in his family’s grocery store. In this episode of Court Talk, the newest Justice on the state’s highest court reflects on his personal journey, his early career in sports broadcasting, and the moment that inspired him to pursue a path of public service

Send us Fan Mail The separation of powers is one of the defining principles of American government and a key safeguard of individual liberty. Born out of the Constitutional Convention of 1787, the U.S. Constitution established three branches of government, each with distinct responsibilities and the power to check the others. In this episode, Dean William Koch of the Nashville School of Law and Judge Usman from the Tennessee Court of Appeals sit down for a thoughtful discussion exploring the ...

Send us Fan Mail This episode continues our conversation from Part 1 with Judge John Campbell, Judge Tom Greenholtz, and Judge Steven Sword to discuss the legal standards and lasting impact of post-conviction proceedings in Tennessee.

Send us Fan Mail This episode explores what happens after a criminal conviction in Tennessee, focusing on post-conviction relief and its critical role in reviewing claims that may have been missed at trial. This discussion explains how cases reach the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals, what it takes to prove issues like ineffective assistance of counsel, and how convictions can be challenged after the trial is over. Host Nick Morgan is joined by Judges John Campbell, Tom Greenholtz, and Ste...