Michael and Mélissa talk to Karen and Georgia from My Favorite Murder about everything from the state of immigration in America, to the superiority of boxed mac and cheese.

Episode originally aired on My Favorite Murder on November 6, 2025.

Michael and M&eacute;lissa talk to Karen and Georgia from My Favorite Murder about everything from the state of immigration in America, to the superiority of boxed mac and cheese.
Episode originally aired on My Favorite Murder on November 6, 2025.

What happens when your Uber driver gets pulled over while you're in the backseat? How do OnlyFans creators incorporate an LLC to remain anonymous? How can you fight ICE without getting off the couch? 

Welcome to Brief Recess, hosted by everyone's favorite TikTok lawyer Michael Foote and his best friend Mélissa Malebranche. Together they break down crazy news stories, share hilarious anecdotes from criminal court, answer pressing legal questions from callers, and teach listeners how to short-circuit democracy to effect real change in their communities.  

Tune in! Or we'll see you in court.

 

What happens when your Uber driver gets pulled over while you're in the backseat? How do OnlyFans creators incorporate an LLC to remain anonymous? How can you fight ICE without getting off the couch?&nbsp;
Welcome to&nbsp;Brief Recess, hosted by everyone's favorite TikTok lawyer Michael Foote and his best friend M&eacute;lissa Malebranche. Together they break down crazy news stories, share hilarious anecdotes from criminal court, answer pressing legal questions from callers, and teach listeners how to short-circuit democracy to effect real change in their communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Tune in! Or we'll see you in court.
&nbsp;

Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & Mélissa Malebranche

ICYMI: We Were on My Favorite Murder

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Michael and Mélissa discuss sexy Halloween costumes, civil unrest in France, and do a deep dive into all the fun, freaky, and spooky Halloween related lawsuits!

Brief Recess is a new weekly legal podcast from Exactly Right Media. Follow Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts, and watch full video episodes every Thursday on the Brief Recess YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess

Find Michael on Instagram @Michael_Foote_ or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and Mélissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.

Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

Michael and M&eacute;lissa discuss sexy Halloween costumes, civil unrest in France, and do a deep dive into all the fun, freaky, and spooky Halloween related lawsuits!
Brief Recess is a new weekly legal podcast from Exactly Right Media. Follow Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts, and watch full video episodes every Thursday on the Brief Recess YouTube channel!&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess">https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess</a>
Find Michael on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michael_foote__/?hl=en">@Michael_Foote_</a> or TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@michael_foote_">@Michael_Foote_</a> and M&eacute;lissa on both as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melissamalebranche/?hl=en">@MelissaMalebranche</a>.
Got legal questions? Email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com">briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com</a>.

The Haunted House Owner Who Sued Hulu (+ Other Halloween Lawsuits)

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Michael and Mélissa discuss Michael's exit from The Traitors, Katie Zachariah's historic departure after five days as Trump's press secretary, and an investigation into Tucker Carlson's hair and unhinged comments on his podcast. Thank you for helping us win a Signal Award!

Brief Recess is a new weekly legal podcast from Exactly Right Media. Follow Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts, and watch full video episodes every Thursday on the Brief Recess YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess

Find Michael on Instagram @Michael_Foote_ or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and Mélissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.

Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

Links: 
https://ourbodiesourselves.org/

Michael and M&eacute;lissa discuss Michael's exit from The Traitors, Katie Zachariah's historic departure after five days as Trump's press secretary, and an investigation into Tucker Carlson's hair and unhinged comments on his podcast. Thank you for helping us win a Signal Award!
Brief Recess is a new weekly legal podcast from Exactly Right Media. Follow Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts, and watch full video episodes every Thursday on the Brief Recess YouTube channel! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess">https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess</a>
Find Michael on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michael_foote__/?hl=en">@Michael_Foote_</a> or TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@michael_foote_">@Michael_Foote_</a> and M&eacute;lissa on both as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melissamalebranche/?hl=en">@MelissaMalebranche</a>.
Got legal questions? Email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com">briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com</a>.
Links:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li><a href="https://ourbodiesourselves.org/">https://ourbodiesourselves.org/</a></li>
</ul>

Does Katie Zachariah Get a Participation Trophy?

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Michael and Mélissa discuss Kelly Clarkson's online anger towards a small business, Ilhan Omar's home raided by federal agents, and sit down with award-winning civil rights attorney and campus sexual assault survivor Laura Dunn for an in-depth and nuanced discussion about the Cornell 7.

Brief Recess is a new weekly legal podcast from Exactly Right Media. Follow Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts, and watch full video episodes every Thursday on the Brief Recess YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess

Find Michael on Instagram @Michael_Foote_ or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and Mélissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.

Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

Links: 
lauraldunn.com
@lauradunn4justice - IG

The interview in this episode discusses themes of sexual assault. Please skip ahead to Tales From the DMs if this topic is triggering to you. If you need confidential help, please visit rainn.org, call 800.656.HOPE, or text HOPE to 64673. 

Michael and M&eacute;lissa discuss Kelly Clarkson's online anger towards a small business, Ilhan Omar's home raided by federal agents, and sit down with award-winning civil rights attorney and campus sexual assault survivor Laura Dunn for an in-depth and nuanced discussion about the Cornell 7.
Brief Recess is a new weekly legal podcast from Exactly Right Media. Follow Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts, and watch full video episodes every Thursday on the Brief Recess YouTube channel!&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess">https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess</a>
Find Michael on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michael_foote__/?hl=en">@Michael_Foote_</a> or TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@michael_foote_">@Michael_Foote_</a> and M&eacute;lissa on both as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melissamalebranche/?hl=en">@MelissaMalebranche</a>.
Got legal questions? Email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com">briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com</a>.
Links:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li><a href="https://lauraldunn.com/">lauraldunn.com</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lauradunn4justice/">@lauradunn4justice</a> - IG</li>
</ul>
The interview in this episode discusses themes of sexual assault. Please skip ahead to Tales From the DMs if this topic is triggering to you. If you need confidential help, please visit <a href="https://rainn.org/">rainn.org</a>, call 800.656.HOPE, or text HOPE to 64673.&nbsp;

The Cornell 7: More than a Headline (w. Laura Dunn)

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ICYMI: We Were on My Favorite Murder

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