



Second Chances and Smart Justice With Cobb County Solicitor General Makia Metzger
Justice Unfiltered welcomes Cobb County Solicitor General Makia Metzger for an eye-opening conversation about what justice really looks like at the misdemeanor level. The first African American and first woman elected to the role, Metzger shares how her journey, her faith, and her legal career shap…

Your Rights During a Traffic Stop: Criminal Defense Attorney Holly Waltman Explains
Justice Unfiltered welcomes criminal defense attorney Holly Waltman, owner and managing partner of the Waltman Firm in Marietta, for a straight-talking conversation about your Fourth Amendment rights and what really happens when you get pulled over. Holly breaks down exactly what you have to say t…

From Rock Bottom to Bail Bond Empire: The A 2nd Chance Origin Story with Daniel, Ryan & Jesse
In this special episode of Justice Unfiltered, host Tug Cowart sits down with the leadership team behind A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds for a raw, unfiltered look at how the company began and where it's headed. CEO Daniel Matalon, COO Ryan Matalon, and Director of Operations Jesse Fellabaum share their pe…

From Prosecutor to Podcaster: Philip A. Holloway on True Crime, Media, and the Fani Willis Case
In this episode of Justice Unfiltered, hosts Tug Cowart and Daniel Matalon of A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds sit down with Philip A. Holloway, a Metro Atlanta criminal defense attorney with nearly 27 years of experience and host of MK True Crime on the Megan Kelly Network. From prosecutor to police office…

Vernon Jones Unfiltered: The Fight for Georgia Election Integrity
Justice Unfiltered welcomes Vernon Jones, former DeKalb County CEO and Georgia State Representative, now running in the Republican primary for Georgia Secretary of State. Hosts Tug Cowart and Daniel Matalon of A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds dig into the issues driving his campaign and the conversations re…

Justice Unfiltered: A Judge's Perspective: Justice Unfiltered with Scott McAfee
Justice Unfiltered welcomes Judge Scott McAfee for a candid conversation on how the justice system really works behind the scenes. From bond decisions and accountability to ankle monitoring, taxpayer savings, and restoring confidence in court processes, this episode explores how smart reforms and s…

Justice Unfiltered: Inside Ethical Policing: A Conversation With Major James Bullock
Justice Unfiltered welcomes Major James Bullock, a veteran law enforcement leader whose career spans from Army service to overseeing Professional Standards in Marietta. Host Tug Cowart and Daniel Matalon explore Bullock’s path into policing, the mental health challenges facing officers, the hidden …

The Power of Preparation: Inside the Mind of a “Badass Attorney”
In this episode of Justice Unfiltered, hosts Tug Cowart and Daniel Matalon of A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds sit down with criminal defense attorney Noah Pines, one of Atlanta’s most respected and relentless trial lawyers. From the courtroom to endurance events that test physical and mental strength, Noa…

Breaking Barriers and Building Balance
In this episode of Justice Unfiltered, Daniel Matalon of A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds sits down with Georgia State Representative and attorney Soo Hong, founding partner of Blevins & Hong, PC. From her early days in law school to becoming a respected voice in the Georgia State House, Representative Hong…

The Human Side of Criminal Defense
In this episode of Justice Unfiltered, Daniel Matalon of A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds sits down with Atlanta criminal defense attorney W. Scott Smith, founder of W. Scott Smith PC and known across Georgia as the Peach State Lawyer. From late-night calls and courtroom strategy to the rise of Ai in the l…