EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 21 MIN
Defense struggles. Judge A is over the mess. | Case Brief
from The Emily Show · host Baker Media, LLC.
Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/9p4bF0xQOUs Day 7 of the Brendan Banfield trial has frustrating, extended testimony of the defense's digital forensics expert, Harry Lidsky, and the shocking interruptions that took place in court. Harry Lidsky continues their testimony, arguing that "catfishing did not occur" and asserting that Christine Banfield "never lost control of her devices," attempting to merge user activity from her laptop and phone. The prosecution raises multiple objections regarding the lack of foundation for the defense's exhibits, including map plot points and unlabeled screens, which the expert admitted were difficult to follow. Hear the judge express frustration with the lack of organization from the defense counsel, issuing a firm order that all exhibits must be pre-numbered and provided in separate electronic files moving forward. RESOURCES Brendan Banfield Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJb4sr2pUz0DBmbgee_wMs9 Brendan Banfield Trial Case Briefs - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH62KmcADDEwU_PMD6z6QGdsz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/9p4bF0xQOUs Day 7 of the Brendan Banfield trial has frustrating, extended testimony of the defense's digital forensics expert, Harry Lidsky, and the shocking interruptions that took place in court. Harry Lidsky continues their testimony, arguing that "catfishing did not occur" and asserting that Christine Banfield "never lost control of her devices," attempting to merge user activity from her laptop and phone. The prosecution raises multiple objections regarding the lack of foundation for the defense's exhibits, including map plot points and unlabeled screens, which the expert admitted were difficult to follow. Hear the judge express frustration with the lack of organization from the defense counsel, issuing a firm order that all exhibits must be pre-numbered and provided in separate electronic files moving forward. RESOURCES Brendan Banfield Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJb4sr2pUz0DBmbgee_wMs9 Brendan Banfield Trial Case Briefs - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH62KmcADDEwU_PMD6z6QGdsz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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