Michael and Mélissa debate real vs. fake Christmas trees, discuss the headlines on mass shootings and the Epstein files, and interview NYC Council Member Erik Bottcher about his current run for Congress and the burning issues facing New Yorkers. 

This episode discusses sensitive topics. If you, or someone you know, are a victim of sexual abuse please call 800.656.HOPE (4673) or text HOPE to 64673.

Links:
www.handsoffnyc.com  
www.erikbottcher.com 
gmhc.org 
ryanwhite.hrsa.gov 
linktr.ee/michael_foote 

Michael and M&eacute;lissa debate real vs. fake Christmas trees, discuss the headlines on mass shootings and the Epstein files, and interview NYC Council Member Erik Bottcher about his current run for Congress and the burning issues facing New Yorkers.&nbsp;
This episode discusses sensitive topics. If you, or someone you know, are a victim of sexual abuse please call 800.656.HOPE (4673) or text HOPE to 64673.
Links: <a href="https://www.handsoffnyc.com/">www.handsoffnyc.com &nbsp;</a> <a href="https://www.erikbottcher.com/">www.erikbottcher.com&nbsp;</a> <a href="https://gmhc.org/">gmhc.org&nbsp;</a> <a href="https://ryanwhite.hrsa.gov/">ryanwhite.hrsa.gov&nbsp;</a> <a href="https://linktr.ee/michael_foote">linktr.ee/michael_foote&nbsp;</a>

Demon Twink Off with NYC Councilman Erik Bottcher 

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Michael and Mélissa recap their Thanksgiving break, offer advice on different methods to be an ally for those threatened by ICE, and interview Walter Masterson about his satirical videos and political pranks.

This episode discusses sensitive topics. If you, or someone you know, are a victim of sexual abuse please call 800.656.HOPE (4673) or text HOPE to 64673.

Links & References:
https://oversightdemocrats.house.gov/immigration-dashboard 
https://linktr.ee/michael_foote
https://immigrationjustice.us/ 
https://www.climatedefiance.org/ 
https://waltermasterson.com/ 
https://www.safepassage.org/
https://www.instagram.com/communityselfdefensecoalition/?hl=en 
https://rainn.org/help-and-healing/hotline/

Michael and M&eacute;lissa recap their Thanksgiving break, offer advice on different methods to be an ally for those threatened by ICE, and interview Walter Masterson about his satirical videos and political pranks.
This episode discusses sensitive topics. If you, or someone you know, are a victim of sexual abuse please call 800.656.HOPE (4673) or text HOPE to 64673.
Links &amp; References: <a href="https://oversightdemocrats.house.gov/immigration-dashboard">https://oversightdemocrats.house.gov/immigration-dashboard&nbsp;</a> <a href="https://linktr.ee/michael_foote">https://linktr.ee/michael_foote</a> <a href="https://immigrationjustice.us/">https://immigrationjustice.us/&nbsp;</a> <a href="https://www.climatedefiance.org/">https://www.climatedefiance.org/&nbsp;</a> <a href="https://waltermasterson.com/">https://waltermasterson.com/</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://www.safepassage.org/">https://www.safepassage.org/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/communityselfdefensecoalition/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/communityselfdefensecoalition/?hl=en</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://rainn.org/help-and-healing/hotline/">https://rainn.org/help-and-healing/hotline/</a>

Walter Masterson and MAGA Trolling 101

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Michael and Mélissa talk about political violence, paths to citizenship for DACA folks and interview director Seth Porges (Class Action Park) about Mélissa’s favorite dangerous waterpark.

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 @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and Mélissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.

Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

Michael and M&eacute;lissa talk about political violence, paths to citizenship for DACA folks and interview director Seth Porges (Class Action Park) about M&eacute;lissa&rsquo;s favorite dangerous waterpark.
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 @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and M&eacute;lissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.
Got legal questions? Email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com">briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com</a>.

The World’s Deadliest Water Park (w. Seth Porges)

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Michael and Mélissa talk about landmark case People v. Jonathan Schmitz, how Enron ruined Mélissa’s legal career and if you can leave all of your money to your pet in your will.

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 @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and Mélissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.

Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

Michael and M&eacute;lissa talk about landmark case People v. Jonathan Schmitz, how Enron ruined M&eacute;lissa&rsquo;s legal career and if you can leave all of your money to your pet in your will.
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 @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and M&eacute;lissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.
Got legal questions? Email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com">briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com</a>.

The Gay Panic Defense is Ridiculous

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Michael and Mélissa talk about weight and race discrimination at work, and interview body positivity activist Anna Snapp. 

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 @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and Mélissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.

Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

Michael and M&eacute;lissa talk about weight and race discrimination at work, and interview body positivity activist Anna Snapp.&nbsp;
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" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1763675420036000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Ufp4mC5VJ6xyHoYrSMjKI">https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess</a>
Find Michael on Instagram @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and M&eacute;lissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.
Got legal questions? Email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com">briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com</a>.

How to Survive the Skinny Girl Apocalypse (w. Anna Snapp)

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Michael and Mélissa talk about the Diddy trial, special immigration juvenile status and interview Congressman Robert Garcia.

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 @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and Mélissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.

Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

Michael and M&eacute;lissa talk about the Diddy trial, special immigration juvenile status and interview Congressman Robert Garcia.
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" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1763067362139000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1krNARqqc9g3qgmDxZHhvp">https://www.youtube.com/@Briefrecess</a>
Find Michael on Instagram @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote_ and M&eacute;lissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.
Got legal questions? Email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com">briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com</a>.

ICE Abuses and Accountability… Finally (w. Congressman Robert Garcia)

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The American legal system. Blindfolded, overworked and still running on fax machines. Hosted by attorney Michael Foote and his best friend, writer Mélissa Malebranche, Brief Recess breaks down all the legal happenings of the week. From wild courtroom moments to breaking Supreme Court decisions, Michael and Mélissa are your trusted advisors in all things legal.

Brief Recess is a new weekly podcast from Exactly Right Media. Premieres Thursday, November 13. Follow Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts.

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

Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

The American legal system. Blindfolded, overworked and still running on fax machines. Hosted by attorney Michael Foote and his best friend, writer M&eacute;lissa Malebranche, Brief Recess breaks down all the legal happenings of the week. From wild courtroom moments to breaking Supreme Court decisions, Michael and M&eacute;lissa are your trusted advisors in all things legal.
Brief Recess is a new weekly podcast from Exactly Right Media. Premieres Thursday, November 13. Follow Brief Recess wherever you get your podcasts.
Find Michael on Instagram @dept_of_redundancy_dept or TikTok @Michael_Foote and M&eacute;lissa on both as @MelissaMalebranche.
Got legal questions? Email briefrecess@exactlyrightmedia.com.

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

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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

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