

The Kennedy-Mighell Report
Legal Talk Network
Hear how technology can help attorneys, legally speaking, with two of the top legal technology experts. Authors and lawyers, Dennis Kennedy and Tom Mighell host this Legal Talk Network show.
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Jun 3, 2022 • 45min
Improve Your At-Home Sound Quality
If remote work is part of your new normal, it’s best for your colleagues and clients if you have an audio setup that makes your communications clear and professional. Dennis and Tom welcome David Tewksbury to talk through the steps of creating an effective workspace that meets your audio needs. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends.Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions.David Tewksbury works with Product and Application Sales Support at Harman International. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 20, 2022 • 44min
Are We Approaching the Great Social Media Resignation?
Elon Musk might buy Twitter, and a lot of people aren’t sure if that’d be good, bad, or bonkers. Dennis and Tom give their two cents on the possible takeover, hashing out the changes Musk might bring to the platform and whether users might just call it quits en masse. Later, treachery! Some lawyer is claiming that collaboration tech is bad for him and his fellow attorneys. Gasp! Don’t worry, your favorite authors of The Lawyer's Guide to Collaboration Tools and Technologies are here to hash out whether this guy has a point or is just plain uninformed. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, and Embroker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6, 2022 • 44min
Seeing the Forest Through Decision Trees
Choices can be complicated, but decision-making tools can help! Dennis and Tom talk through the concept of “decision trees” and explain a variety of methods for modeling out choices and outcomes to help you make better decisions. Then, the guys revisit their “Hot or Not?” segment to hash out their thoughts on the Apple Watch. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, and Embroker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 22, 2022 • 42min
Second Brain Project: Updates and Branching Brainwaves
With different priorities and approaches, Dennis and Tom have found that—just like real brains—their Second Brain projects are unique! Listen in for updates on the latest iterations of their diverging strategies and the tech tools bringing their Brains to life. And later, how big is too big? The fellas hash out whether some of today’s massive monitors are just too much. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends.Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, and Embroker. A Segment: An Update on our Second Brain Project
Notion
Second Brain Summit
B Segment: Can a Monitor be Too Big?Dell 49” UltraSharp MonitorParting Shots:
How to Turn Off AutoFit
Why Global Supply Chains May Never Be the Same
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Apr 8, 2022 • 42min
No, This Podcast Could Not Have Been an Email
Time to be honest with yourself. Are you, quite possibly, wasting other people’s time with meandering, life-sucking meetings? Or, is your inbox full of languishing emails, much to the frustration of your coworkers? Dennis and Tom certainly hope not, but, just to be safe, they’ve got a whole show devoted to helping you understand the nuances of both synchronous and asynchronous collaboration modalities. Learn how to pick the right tools for each scenario and curate purposeful, effective communication with coworkers and clients.Later on, the guys share their personal recommendations for improving the VR experience for those with prescription glasses. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions.Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, and Colonial Surety Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 25, 2022 • 48min
The Wild World of NFTs
What are non-fungible tokens, and why should you care? Dennis & Tom break down the definition of these unique digital objects (art, video, and much more) and outline the issues surrounding their current hype and value in the real world. NFTs have the potential to engage a surprising variety of legal angles, so lawyers in any area of the law need an understanding of this new trend in virtual property.Later on, the guys chat about the established tradition of tech announcements and whether they are still necessary or useful for consumers.Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, and Colonial Surety Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 11, 2022 • 46min
Metavisiting the Metaverse
The real world has been a bit too much for Dennis and Tom lately, so tag along as they take a little trip to the metaverse! They discuss what exactly this expansive virtual environment is, possible personal and professional uses, and what the future may hold for this growing technology. And, for all you lawyers out there, they consider how this tech could be applied to the profession. This time on the “Hot or Not?” segment, the guys air their opinions on the return to in-person conferences.Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, and Colonial Surety Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 25, 2022 • 37min
Life During CyberWartime
News stories of late have been riddled with concerns over international infrastructure attacks that indicate a growing potential for cyber war. Should you be worried? Dennis and Tom discuss some of the most recent events in this arena and bring their conversation around to what legal professionals should do to prepare for this eventuality.Later, the guys talk about text-to-speech technology and whether its current generation of tools are worth your while.Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists, Clio, Colonial Surety Company, and Nota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 11, 2022 • 42min
Microsoft 365 — The Full Stack
Is the complete Microsoft 365 experience worth your while? A lot of lawyers really aren’t aware of all of its capabilities, and the 365 universe just keeps expanding. Dennis and Tom help listeners gain a broader understanding of the possibilities available through this software and its particularly useful applications in legal practice. Later, the “Hot or Not?” segment is back as the guys take the temp of Windows 11 and whether you should jump on the upgrade train. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation that you can use the second the podcast ends.Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for the answers to your most burning tech questions. Special thanks to our sponsors, Posh Virtual Receptionists, Colonial Surety Company, and ServeNow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 28, 2022 • 41min
Innovation in Legal Ed: Emerging Tech Focus in Law Schools
From access to justice to efficiency in practice, tech holds endless possibilities for helping legal matters run more smoothly. With so much potential to be tapped, law schools are developing programs aimed at exploring creative ways to bring tech and law together. Dennis and Tom discuss the varying approaches seen throughout the legal education sphere and their potential impacts on the future of the profession. Next, the guys remember Wendy Werner, admiring her conservative, but purposeful approach to technology and her ability to use it wisely. As always, stay tuned for the parting shots, that one tip, website, or observation you can use the second the podcast ends.Have a technology question for Dennis and Tom? Call their Tech Question Hotline at 720-441-6820 for answers to your most burning tech questions. Special thanks to our sponsors, Colonial Surety Company, and ServeNow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


