What Trial Lawyers Loved in 2025: Guests, Topics & Focus Group Trends [Ep 156]

It's your favorite episodes, topics and themes from Trial Lawyer Prep in 2025, as reflected by the data: you know how much we love facts!   I look at what you enjoyed the most, and why, with all the links below if you want to revisit or catch up on these episodes and their valuable information.   I'm excited in 2026 to bring you more content on trial strategy, more inspiring guests, and useful tools that help us in our preparation as trial lawyers. I love providing advice and insight to help you present the best case possible, whether you're a long time listener or brand new to the podcast.   And if you want to start off 2026 with a focus group, or you're curious about it, don't forget to book a free consultation call: www.calendly.com/elizabethlarrick   In this episode:   Discover the most popular episodes of 2025, based on your engagement. Learn what were the three most listened-to topics of the year. Find out why lawyers often underutilize their own focus group insights. Remember that early focus groups can help in strategic thinking. Going through focus group transcripts can hold valuable insights for lawyers. Why the eight-second rule is vital for grabbing attention. Top Guest Episodes: Sharif Gray: Challenging Traditional Jury Selection Methods Ep 149 Ben Gideon: How Trial Lawyers can Better Assess Risk Ep 138 Dina Cataldo: Trial Management for Trial Lawyers Ep 133 Top Topic Episodes: The 8 Second Rule That's Costing You Verdicts Ep 144 Rewiring Witness Prep: 3 Brain Science Strategies Every Trial Lawyer Needs [Ep 143] What Trial Strategy Is and What it is Not Ep 131   You can also watch this episode on my YouTube Channel: What Trial Lawyers Loved in 2025: Guests, Topics & Focus Group Trends [Ep 156]   Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.   Have a trial or mediation coming up and want to test with a focus group? Book a free consultation call with Elizabeth to learn more: www.calendly.com/elizabethlarrick Don't miss out on the Trial Lawyer Prep Newsletter that is delivered right to your email with extra tips and 'how to' information. Join the newsletter here: www.larricklawfirm.com/connect