A-1 Podcast with A-1 Nick

In this explosive special edition, host Jail Mail Nick goes beyond the sensational headlines to dissect the criminal prosecution of Dr. Gerhard Konig. Joining him are two heavyweights of the Hawaii legal community: veteran litigator Myles Breiner and rising defense counsel Andrew Starn . Together, they pull back the curtain on the state's legal strategy, exposing how the Grand Jury system can...

In this full podcast episode, Immigration Attorney Gary Singh explains the key changes in U.S. immigration law under the Trump administration. From Green Cards to marriage scams and bond changes, Gary provides valuable insights on navigating the U.S. immigration process. Whether you're a Green Card holder or looking to understand the shifting landscape of immigration law, this episode covers...

In this special podcast, A-1 Nick interview current City Prosecutor Steve Alm.  During this year 1 review of his tenure as City Prosecutor, the following is discussed: 0:00 How has the City Prosecutor's office restored trust with the public? 2:35 What is the "Weed and Seed" program 6:20 Explain the "SEED" portion of the program coming soon in the next few months 9:47 Is &q...

Attorney Thomas Otake made a bold move this second week of July by filing a Motion to Dismiss Murder Charges against his client, which is one of three officers charged with the murder of 16-year-old Micronesian teenager Iremember Sykap. In the motion, he argues the charges of second-degree murder against officer Geoffrey H.L. Thom, 42, a five-year veteran of the force, and second-degree attempted...

0:30 - Senate Bill 10 and AB42 - How cash bail was originally banned in California 9:00 - What was Proposition 25? How did it reinstitute the previous cash included system?  21:22 - What's the difference between a Bail Bond fee, Loan Sharking, and Usury 28:20 - A-1 Nick calls out the radical left on language use; bail bond fee is not a ransom 37:02 - Pre-trial services: Why does the cash free...

Hawaii's economist PAUL BREWBAKER is a local legend among Honolulu's business community.  Known for his local story telling abilities, he's been a featured speaker on all things economic for over 25 years. Mr. Brewbaker has a degree in Economics from Stanford, and a PHD in Economics from the University of Hawaii. He's been a lecturer at UH since 1987 and was the Bank of Hawaii&...

0:15 - CNN interview Myles Breiner 1:00 - Criminal Charges for protestors at National Capitol? 2:29 - How to give voice to deplatformed voices - Parlor App 7:24 - Election fraud real or fake? 10:21 - Setting client up for arrest at airport 14:00 - Public defender client refused travel request 17:37 - Kathy and Louis Kealoha's house sold for profit 27:50 - Judge Alm will be a great City Prosec...

0:30 Michael Hirokawa Capitol Place Sex Assault Bail Hearing 8:41 Asian Massage Parlor Raids 10:09 Forfeited assets go straight from massage parlor to prosecutor's office? 14:00 Are raids a revenue source for the City Prosecutor's office? 15:30 Louis Kealoha's $455,000 restitution 16:30 Enhanced sentencing justified for Louis Kealoha? 17:30 $250,000 Golden Parachute Restitution orde...

The Honolulu prosecutor’s office has been rocked by scandal, and questions about ethics and leadership. Ms. Megan Kau, one of two candidates making it onto the November general election ballot, is running on the platform of 1) ending corruption 2) charging all levels of crime, and 3) offering a fresh new leader for the office. Questions asked are: 0:28 - If elected, give me the names of the curren...

0:24 - Erik Willis, Kahala teen accused of stabbing, was falsely said to be "on the run," "missing," and "arm and dangerous." Mr. Seitz, his attorney, sets the record straight 6:50 - Was Erik Willis' right to reasonable bail violated when raised to $1M , then set at "no bail." Mr. Seitz also compares the state bail system to the federal bail system.  10...

Steve Alm is a former Judge, Prosecutor, and United States Attorney. Born in Honolulu and raised in Manoa and Kaimuki, Mr. Alm joined the Honolulu Prosecutor's office in 1985, where he served as Director of the District and Family Court Division.  In 2001, Mr. Alm became the first career prosecutor to be appointed to the First Circuit Court in Honolulu. A-1 Nick asks Judge Alm: What is the fu...

Takashi Ohno is a Hawaii State Representative serving the Nuuanu, Liliha, Alewa Heights district (Pali area). He currently serves on the public safety committee and was vocal in his opposition to the emergency releases of inmates housed at OCCC due to Covid-19.  He has a bill ready for introduction next session to ELECT the chief of police.  Currently, the chief of police is appointed by the Polic...

Kenneth L. Lawson Co-Director, Hawai'i Innocence Project Faculty Specialist Degrees BA Wittenberg College  1986 JD University of Cincinnati College of Law  1989 Ken Lawson is the Co-Director of the Hawai‘i Innocence Project (link is external) (link is external) and a Faculty Specialist at the William S. Richardson Law School where he teaches Criminal Procedure, Criminal Law, Professional Resp...

What are your thoughts is a show where A-1 Nick ask attorney Marcus Landsberg 3 random questions; the questions are a total surprise.  Conversely, he asks A-1 Nick 3 questions, also a total surprise. In this episode, the pair discuss: 1) Blackout Tuesday - June 2nd, which was Blackout Tuesday, was a global event to protest against racial inequality.  It was a day of reflection and protest in the a...

Acting City Prosecutor Dwight Nadamoto has been a prosecutor his entire professional life (30 years).  As acting city prosecutor, he's currently running for the full time job of city prosecutor.   On this podcast, A-1 Nick asks questions specific to: -The controversial humanitarian release of inmates due to the threat of covid-19 -With no confirmed cases in any Hawaii jail or prison, is the e...

Eric Granof joined AIA in 2009 and is Vice President of Corporate Communications.  In this podcast A-1 Nick of the A-1 Podcast poses several questions to Mr. Granof, like: What is a risk assessment tool and how is it used to predict a releasee's return to court? Have algorithms improved the court's ability to release defendants that do return to court? - No Are risk assessment tools bias...

Attorney Michael Jay Green is one of the most successful attorneys ever in the state of Hawaii. During the podcast, he talks about his early career in Chicago, representing various gangs like the Latin Kings, Latin Queena, Black P Stone Nation, and Jeff Fort himself.   He also talks about winning the point shaving case against client John "Hot Rod" Williams.  Williams would later go on t...

It's April 2nd 2020 and Hawaii is in the third week of lock down due to the covid-19 pandemic.  The Supreme Court issued an announcement this afternoon assigning a "Special Master" to review the public defender's petition for the release of 426 inmates island wide. Retired Judge Alm is currently running for city prosecutor and was gracious enough to participate in a podcast to...

Defense attorney Myles Breiner talks about the effect of Covid-19 on the Hawaii Judiciary. Subjects: The New Future of how the judiciary can move forward in the era of pandemics. The Pros and Cons of Teleconferencing and video conferencing Mr. Breiner's inclination to run for City Prosecutor The exposure of inmates to the cover-19 virus while in custody at OCCC, MCCC, KCCC, and HCCC. The poss...

A-1 Nick of the A-1 Podecast recaps Tomi Lahren's presentation at the 2020 PBUS Winter Conference. PBUS (Professional Bail Agents of the United States ™) is a professional association representing bail agents nationwide. February 23-26, 2020, the PBUS winter conference took place in Las Vegas and hosted many keynote speakers.   Tomi Lahren, a FoxNews contributor and host of FoxNation, spoke t...

A1 Nick of the A1 Podcast sits down with city prosecutor candidate RJ Brown. Mr.  Brown is a former deputy prosecutor and currently practices in the area of civil litigation.  As a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the City & County of Honolulu, he prosecuted more than 20 felony jury trials on charges ranging from drug possession to murder.  Mr. Brown earned his Juris Doctor from William S. Rich...

Former prosecuting attorney and current criminal defense attorney Megan Kau joins A1 Nick of A1 bail bonds to discuss her candidacy for Honolulu's 2020 City Prosecutor's race. Megan K. Kau is a former city prosecutor (2010-2015) and current criminal defense attorney.  She has practiced in civil litigation, personal injury, and select felony criminal matters, mainly of which are white col...

A1 Nick, aka GotBailNick, of A-1 Bail Bonds sits down with attorney David Hayakawa to discuss the January 19th 2020 diamond head shooting which left two Honolulu Police Officers (Officers Tiffany Enriquez  and Kaulike Kalama) and landlord Lois Cain dead.  Mr. Hayakawa has a unique perspective having fought a 7 year legal battle again shooter Jaroslav “Jerry” Hanel (who was known to his neighbors a...

A1Nick at A-1 Bail Bonds talks to attorney Myles Breiner about what to do if you have been arrested, but not yet charged with a crime. Attorney Breiner is currently a private criminal defense attorney with past experience as a deputy city prosecutor.  He has been practicing law for 30 years and has represented clients in state and federal court. Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gotbai...

Asian Massage Parlor Special 00:10 What is unique about the way Asian Massage Parlor workers are charged? 2:03 Are sealed indictments legal? 2:47 What are the advantages of hiring an attorney or bail agent BEFORE charges are filed? 4:53 Are sealed indictments necessary or appropriate? 5:29 What should a worker do once questioned or once identification is given to law enforcement? 6:33 Is it typica...