In Legal Terms
by MPB Think Radio
Have you ever wanted to know the definition of a legal term? Do you find yourself wondering what your rights are when it comes to your property, marriage, or health? If you answered yes to one of those questions, In Legal Terms is the show for you. Tune in and learn more about your legal rights and how the law affects your day to day life. In Legal Terms is hosted by some of Mississippi's top legal leaders and experts. The show is set to consistently provide thought-provoking commentary and opinions on legal topics, whether local or national. Court trials, U.S. Supreme Court arguments, hearings, and other timely legal topics are all covered on In Legal Terms. Get the answers you’ve been searching for Tuesday mornings at 10 on MPB Think Radio.
Episodes
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In Legal Terms: Between Legislative Sessions with Rep Gibbs
Mississippi’s Legislative session is only 90 days. It starts next January 5th of 2027. What have our legislators been up to since last April? We’ll learn today with District 72 Mississippi House of Representative, Justis Gibbs. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: constituent services,...
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In Legal Terms: guest Richard Courtney
In Legal Terms has been so grateful that Richard Courtney has been a guest on our show to discuss Estate Planning, Elder Law, Special Needs Law and other topics. You’ll find links to all his broadcasts on the information for this recording. In Legal Terms is heard live Thursdays at 3pm Central on...
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In Legal Terms: Special Needs Law and waver websites
Our good friend and Certified Elder Law Attorney, Rick Courtney is here today to talk to us about Special Needs Law. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), Medicaid Waiver, Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) Independent Living Waver and Traumatic...
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In Legal Terms: Say What?
What should you / can you say? After an accident? To your lawyer? To AI? We’re going to talk about what you should and should not say or type with our guest: attorney, James "Bud" Sheppard from Sheppard Law Firm. Do you love a good FAQ? I’ve got a good one for you: sheppardlawfirm.net is our...
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In Legal Terms: Voting Rights History and Future
What’s really going on and how did we get here? We need some explanation. Our guest today is Kevin T. Morris, co-authored An American Problem: How the Country Built—and the Supreme Court Broke—the Voting Rights Act. Let’s learn together. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: PRECLEARANCE…
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In Legal Terms: The Magistrate Mediator
Let’s learn what’s the difference among arbitration, mediation, and negotiation with former United States Magistrate Judge and current mediator and arbitrator Keith Ball. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION, MEDIATION, ARBITRATION You can have authority over...
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In Legal Terms Classic: MS Shield Law
We’re approaching new-laws-take-affect season. The MS Shield Law is one that has been signed by the governor. What does it mean for people who want to vote? Our guests, attorneys Ahmed Soussi, a senior staff attorney at the Southern Poverty Law Center, and Amir Badat, the founding partner of…
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In Legal Terms: UM School of Law
The University of Mississippi School of Law, touts itself as “the most affordable law school in the SEC”. That sentence has a lot to unpack: law school, affordability, and SEC. We’ll learn about Ole Miss law and their connection to Sports Law today with the help of Dean, Fred Slaback and…
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In Legal Terms: In the News 2026
We like to schedule an “In the News” episode every so often so Liz can get her questions answered. Have you listened to the news or read a phrase and wondered – “what’s that about”? Liz will get her questions answered and so will listeners from our guest: attorney Francis Springer from Springer…
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In Legal Terms: Firearms Law
We’re talking firearms laws. What have they been, what are they now, what could they be in the future? Our guest is Martin Edwards, an Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Mississippi School of Law, where his areas of expertise and research include firearms law. Today’s Legal Terms on…
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In Legal Terms: Civic Duty
We’ve been on a Civics kick here on In Legal Terms. Today we’ve got Suzy Bowman, Director of Regional Impact for the CREATE Foundation who sponsors the National Civics Bee in Mississippi. We also welcome MELANIE POWELL, Executive Director of the Women’s Foundation of Mississippi, who recently had…
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In Legal Terms: AI in Education
We’ve had a couple of shows in the last year or two on using AI in the legal profession. Today we want to explore how is AI used in teaching folks to be lawyers. How is it used in teaching period? What AI tools can be used to help teach? We’ve got Professors from Mississippi Christian University...
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In Legal Terms: Estate Planning 2026
Have you reviewed your estate plan this year? Have you started estate planning? What are you waiting for?! Our guests: attorneys Kelly Kyle and Elizabeth Wynn from Kyle-Wynn can answer questions to help you get going. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: Probate, Executor, Beneficiary In...
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In Legal Terms: Legal Protests
We treasure our right to protest, but where is the line between protest and harassment? When does your right to speak your mind turn into a criminal offence? We’ll learn with Joshua Tom, Legal Director, ACLU of Mississippi. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: First Amendment, Public Forum,...
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In Legal Terms: Youth Court 2026
In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a little less intimidating for everyday Mississippians hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] The Governor recently reconvened the legislature for a special session to address Youth...
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In Legal Terms: Collaborative Divorce
Have you heard of collaborative law in divorce? Today, we’re talking about how to handle divorce through mediation instead of court. Our guest is attorney Mark Chinn from Chinn and Associates PC. We thank you for listening to our show today, but we realize some folks like their information in…
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In Legal Terms: Y Vote 2026
Are you ready for the next election? Do folks need to prepare for elections? How? Why? Is it really that important to pay attention to elections? We’ll see what our guests from Y Vote have to say about the matter. Events: 07/16/26 Hal and Mal's: The Walk In 5-7pm, Jackson MS 07/18/26 Museum of...
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In Legal Terms: New Family Law Legislation
A new custody law went into effect on July 1st in Mississippi. Learn more about Family Law with attorney Matt Easterling from Roberson Easterling. If you’re interested in learning about other new laws in Mississippi, have we got some information for you – our June 18th podcast with Clarion Ledger...
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In Legal Terms: Lafayette, He Was Here!
I’m sure you’ve been hearing about America 250 but did you know that America 50 – Lafayette visits Mississippi was an event?! We’ll learn with historian Brother Rogers, formerly with Mississippi Department of Archives and History. At noon Wednesday, July 1, Brother Rogers presents “Lafayette…
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In Legal Terms: Workers' Compensation
Workplace injuries can destroy a family. What’s a Mississippian to do? We’ll learn with attorney Andre Ducote, from Morgan & Morgan what are our laws and options. Workers’ Compensation is our topic. In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a...
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In Legal Terms: New Laws for 2026
In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a little less intimidating for everyday Mississippians hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB:...
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In Legal Terms Classic: Civics
Civics is the study of government and citizenship, teaching people about their rights, responsibilities, and how to participate in their communities and nation. That’s the mission of our show also! Our guest is uniquely qualified to further that mission – Justice Randy “Bubba” Pierce former...
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In Legal Terms: Hearsay
It's one of the most common phrases heard in television courtrooms. But what exactly is hearsay? Why do judges sometimes exclude it? Why are there so many exceptions? We’ll learn with our guest is Professor Frank Rosenblatt from the Mississippi Christian University School of Law. Does all this...
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In Legal Terms: Conspiracies
In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a little less intimidating for everyday Mississippians hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] We've got a discussion about conspiracies, evidence, and public trust with attorney Francis...
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In Legal Terms: Voting Rights
We’ll discuss community involvement, public participation, peaceful assembly, and why healthy democracies depend on citizens staying engaged long after Election Day ends. Today’s guest – State Director of Mississippi for Southern Poverty Law Center, Waikinya Clanton You may be entitled to...
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In Legal Terms: Gun Rights 2026
Gun rights were among the first rights given to Americans. We’ll learn what that means for us today in 2026. Our guest is attorney Reed Martz from Freeland Martz with offices in Oxford and Chattanooga TN. In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it…
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In Legal Terms: Elder Law 2026
If you are “elder” or have an elder in your life we hope you’ll have a listen to our show today. It’s one of our most popular. Our guest: Mississippi Elder Law and special needs attorney Richard Courtney. We can’t answer all your questions in our one hour today but I’m going to give you way to...
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In Legal Terms Classic: White Collar Crimes
We’re talking about white collar crime today which often involves business owners, executives, accountants, and sometimes even lawyers. Our guest Merrida “Buddy” Coxwell from Coxwell and Associates will help us learn about this type of legal issue. We’re so grateful Mr. Coxwell is able to join us...
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In Legal Terms: MS Shield Law
We’re approaching new-laws-take-affect season. The MS Shield Law is one that has been signed by the governor. What does it mean for people who want to vote? Our guests, attorneys Ahmed Soussi, a senior staff attorney at the Southern Poverty Law Center, and Amir Badat, the founding partner of…
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In Legal Terms: Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program
In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a little less intimidating for everyday Mississippians hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] We’re calling today: Helping the Helpers. We’ll learn about the Lawyers and Judges…
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In Legal Terms Classic: Expungements 2025
Our guest is Sierre Anton with the Mississippi Center for Justice. He works with the Economic Justice Campaign and he’ll tell us about Expungements. Who can get one, why, and how. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: Expungement, Non-Adjudication, Collateral Consequences. The MS Center for...
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In Legal Terms: Drivers' License Laws
It’s deja vu all over again – we asked back General Counsel, Mississippi Department of Public Safety, Eric Brown because there were several new driving license regulations we couldn’t get to when he was here last. Didn’t we just have Eric on our show? Yes! Eric was on March 5th but we had so much...
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In Legal Terms: Wills 2026
It’s our most popular topic today! Estate planning – wills, probate, inheritance. Our guest is attorney Kelly Kyle from Kyle Wynn. We know you have questions – get them in now, our phones will fill up. Would you like to go to a good long, talk about estate planning for free? Kyle Wynn attorneys...
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In Legal Terms: Talking Turkey
When do art and the law meet? Why during Turkey Hunting Season! If you’re confused, stay with us to learn from our guests from the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks MDWFP Wild Turkey Program Coordinator, Caleb Hinton, and South Region Administrator, Major Kallum Herrington In Legal…
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In Legal Terms: Race Discussion
Mississippians continue to work toward stronger communities and better understanding when it comes to race. The legal profession is no different. Our guest is Magnolia Bar President Rafael Green. We’ll have a discussion about the past and the future. In Legal Terms, the show where we break down…
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In Legal Terms: Yellow Lights & DPS
Who doesn’t want to be safe?!! We’re welcoming back to the show our guest General Counsel, Mississippi Department of Public Safety, Eric Brown. We’ll discuss our roads, licensing, and whatever you want to ask. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: Hardship License, Right‑of‑Way, Traffic...
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In Legal Terms: Heirs' Property
In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a little less intimidating for everyday Mississippians hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB:...
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In Legal Terms: Housing and Civil Rights
In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a little less intimidating for everyday Mississippians hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB:...
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In Legal Terms: Lawyers in Love
We’re getting close to Valentine’s Day so we’re going to talk about “Lawyers in Love” with guests, attorneys that are married to each other: Casey Creasey and Sam Creasey Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: Partnership, Fiduciary Duty, and Equity What’s a legal way you can show your love?...
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In Legal Terms: MS Immigrant Rights Alliance
Our guest today is Patricia Ice from Mississippi Immigration Rights Alliance. Let’s learn about immigration rights in Mississippi. In Legal Terms, the show where we break down the law, explain how it works, and help make it a little less intimidating for everyday Mississippians. hosted by…
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In Legal Terms: Advocacy
We’re glad to have attorney Dorsey Carson from The Carson Law Group join us to talk about legal stuff. In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB:...
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In Legal Terms Classic: Slip and Fall
In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] I’ve heard jokes about slipping and falling on banana peels. Is that really a thing? Are “slip and falls” a legal thing? Let’s find out from our guest attorney Baskin Jones. Mississippi...
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In Legal Terms: White Collar Crimes
We’re talking about white collar crime today which often involves business owners, executives, accountants, and sometimes even lawyers. Our guest Merrida “Buddy” Coxwell from Coxwell and Associates will help us learn about this type of legal issue. We’re so grateful Mr. Coxwell is able to join us...
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In Legal Terms 2025 snip
In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights produced by Liz Gill and hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] You can listen LIVE to us from the MPB Public Media app or from MPBonline.org/radio Thursdays at 3pm Central.
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In Legal Terms 2025
In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights produced by Liz Gill and hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] You can listen LIVE to us from the MPB Public Media app or from MPBonline.org/radio Thursdays at 3pm Central.
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In Legal Terms: Ethics in the Afternoon
We’re excited to join you in the afternoons now. I’m producer Liz Gill with Mississippi Public Broadcasting’s Think Radio. Attorney, Adam Kilgore, former General Council with The Mississippi Bar is our host. We’d like to introduce our afternoon listeners to our show. We take calls on our weekly...
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In Legal Terms Classic: Legal Services for Low Incomes
In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms is / are: Pro Bono, Pro…
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In Legal Terms: Persuasion
In Legal Terms: Persuasion (not the Jane Austen novel) n Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast We don’t...
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In Legal Terms: Expungements 2025
Our guest is Sierre Anton with the Mississippi Center for Justice. He works with the Economic Justice Campaign and he’ll tell us about Expungements. Who can get one, why, and how. Today’s Legal Terms on In Legal Terms are: Expungement, Non-Adjudication, Collateral Consequences. The MS Center for...
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In Legal Terms: Bankruptcy
In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. [email protected] If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast We want to bring you information about your legal rights before...
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Have you ever wanted to know the definition of a legal term? Do you find yourself wondering what your rights are when it comes to your property, marriage, or health? If you answered yes to one of those questions, In Legal Terms is the show for you. Tune in and learn more about your legal rights and how the law affects your day to day life. In Legal Terms is hosted by some of Mississippi's top legal leaders and experts. The show is set to consistently provide thought-provoking commentary and opinions on legal topics, whether local or national. Court trials, U.S. Supreme Court arguments, hearings, and other timely legal topics are all covered on In Legal Terms. Get the answers you’ve been searching for Tuesday mornings at 10 on MPB Think Radio.
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