Royal F. Oakes and Connor M. Oakes

Too Many Lawyers

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Too Many Lawyers goes beyond the headlines about laws and court cases to tell listeners what developments in the law really mean, and how the stories impact real people. The hosts are each lawyers and legal analysts, but beyond that couldn’t be more different. One, Royal Oakes, is a libertarian, baby boomer and dad, who’s been offering analysis on network radio and television for decades; the other, Connor Oakes, is a progressive millennial and son of Royal Oakes, who offers a fresh take on the legal world. TML knows what podcast listeners want to hear about, and delivers – subjects include:--...

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Royal F. Oakes and Connor M. Oakes

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

88 - Freedom for Britney and John Hinckley – Not So Much for R. Kelly 06.10.2021

The world watches as Britney Spears takes a big step toward freedom, and John Hinckley learns he’ll soon be free of restrictions – hopefully no Jodie Foster visits are planned. But R. Kelly loses his freedom – he could get life behind bars for sex trafficking.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisin...

87 - Did Racism Fuel the Obsession with the Gabrielle Petito Case? 29.09.2021

The nation was obsessed with Gabrielle Petito’s disappearance. But some say that shows America’s a racist country – that we ignore crimes involving women of color. The Elizabeth Holmes trial continues, with a new cast of characters: Her supporters, calling themselves “Holmies,” proclaim her innocence.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

86 - Treason Charges for General Milley? 22.09.2021

Bob Woodward makes waves again – his new Trump book raises the provocative question, did Joint Chiefs Chair Milley commit treason when he chatted with the Chinese Communists? Plus, will Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes go to prison? And, will convicted killer Robert Durst get the death penalty?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

85 - Will Biden's Vaccine Mandate Survive A Court Challenge? 15.09.2021

The President wants every federal employee and all workers at big companies to get their shots. But, can a single federal judge derail the program by issuing an injunction? And, can Biden’s Department of Justice derail the Texas anti-abortion law?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

84 - Is Roe v. Wade About to Go On Life Support? 08.09.2021

Does the Supreme Court’s refusal to strike down a Texas anti-abortion law mean Roe v. Wade is about to be legal history? And, are anti-loitering laws just an excuse to hassle sex workers? Some California lawmakers want to get rid of the loitering regulations.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

83 - Should Robert Kennedy's Assassin be Paroled? 01.09.2021

Robert Kennedy’s assassin Sirhan Sirhan, on his 16th try, has been given parole! Will California’s governor go along with the decision? Should Scott Peterson get a new trial? And is a Nirvana album cover child porn?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

82 - Is A Universal Vaccine Mandate Around the Corner? 25.08.2021

As the Delta variant gains steam and official approval of vaccines is looming, are we looking at a universal vaccine mandate? And, should crime victims be able to sue the cops when law enforcement fails to combat crime?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

81 - Should Doctors Be Forced to Perform Sex Change Operations? 18.08.2021

The President wants doctors to be forced to perform sex change operations, even if they’ve really rather not. Is he right? And, with California Governor Gavin Newsom on the ropes in the upcoming recall election, some say the recall system should be scrapped as unconstitutional  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

80 - Should Britney Be Locked Up? Or, Freed From Bondage? 11.08.2021

Is Governor Cuomo toast? The tsunami of sex harassment evidence grows, but he’s hunkering down. The Britney Spears conservatorship battle heats up – her new pit bull lawyer says release her, but her conservator says, maybe she needs to be locked up.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

79 - Should We Require Jurors to be Vaccinated? 04.08.2021

The President is pushing vaccines hard – should we require jurors hearing trials to be vaccinated? And while we’re at it, how about administering lie detector and IQ tests to the prospects?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

78 - Should Politicians be Cancelling Executions? 28.07.2021

What happens when voters want death row inmates executed, but politicians don’t? And, should candidates have to produce their tax returns? How about their medical records? Their diaries?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

77 - Are Cops Victims of Hate Crimes? 21.07.2021

A Colorado woman faces jail time for the hate crime of tearing up a pro-police sign. An excess of lawyers may be responsible for an excess of warning labels. And, Connor takes the “guess the verdict” challenge.”  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

76 - Bill Cosby Freed - Trump's Moneyman in Handcuffs 07.07.2021

What a slow legal news week. Bill Cosby, having been accused of sex crimes by 60 women, is set free in the only case ever prosecuted against him. Donald Trump’s company and longtime moneyman, indicted for tax fraud. And the Supreme Court says Arizona’s voting rules do NOT violate the Voting Rights Act. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

75 - Does Britney Really Need Someone to Dictate her Birth Control? 30.06.2021

Britney Spears grabs the headlines with her court appearance – how can she be unaware of her right to fight the conservatorship, when she’s been represented by a lawyer for years? And, a cheerleader who works blue goes to the Supreme Court – and wins! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

74 - Supreme Court: Obamacare Wins, Gay Marriage Loses 23.06.2021

The high court makes news as the justices get ready to head for their summer vacation: Conservatives join the liberals to save Obamacare one more time. And, all nine justices agree: The Catholic Church has a right to refuse to place foster kids with same-sex parents. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

73 - Should America Draft Women? 16.06.2021

The Supreme Court is asked, hey, we send women into combat – why don’t we make them register with the Selective Service System, just like men? A woman who punched a Southwest Airlines stewardess is banned from Southwest flights for life – so what else can get you on the no-fly list? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...

72 - Judge Rules The AR-15 Rifle Legal - Says It's Like A Swiss Army Knife, Not A Bazooka! 09.06.2021

A federal judge gives a shot in the arm to the AR-15 assault rifle. Ex-Congresswoman Katie Hill, whose nude pictures were published in a tabloid, gets more bad news – she has to pay $220,000 in legal fees to the paper she unsuccessfully sued. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

71 - Can the Average American Man Defeat A Goose In A Fist Fight? 02.06.2021

When is a political donation a bribe? Should you be able to relax in the back seat of your driverless car? Are you ready to be weighed at the airport? And, unbelievably, Men’s Health asks men if they could win a fistfight against a goose. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

70 - Is the High Court Poised to Overturn Roe v. Wade? 26.05.2021

The Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether Mississippi’s ban on all abortions after week 15 of a pregnancy is legal. Pro-choice forces worry the Donald Trump-fueled court is about to reject Roe v. Wade. BREAK TIMES: 10:55 and 24:17 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

69 - California's New Idea: Use A Gun...Don't Go to Prison 19.05.2021

The newest California value: No more of gun enhancements! If you commit a crime, no time gets tacked on just because you were armed. And, “judge-shopping” is coming to Washington. Democrats want all political speech lawsuits to be heard in D.C., where the vast majority of judges are appointees of . . . Democrat presidents! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

68 - Will Everyone Soon Be Allowed to Carry Concealed Weapons? 12.05.2021

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case where the NRA says anybody worried about crime has a right carry a concealed weapon. Chuck Schumer’s reaction: Give me four more justices! And, four cops at the scene of George Floyd’s murder could face the federal death penalty. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...

67 - Will Rudy Share A Cell with Donald? 05.05.2021

The FBI’s dawn raid of Rudy Giuliani’s apartment raises the question: Will a highlight of the Biden-Harris Administration be Rudy and Donald Trump sharing a jail cell? Randy Quaid’s making waves, could Californians soon be sporting bumper stickers saying, “Cousin Eddie for Governor”? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

66 - A Conviction in the George Floyd Case - Next Stop, Defund the Police! 28.04.2021

Most everybody agrees, Officer Derek Chauvin got what was coming to him. But what next? Does his conviction support the “defund the police” rallying cry? Will the tsunami of publicity and calls for “confrontation” by Maxine Waters and others lead to a reversal of his conviction on appeal? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

65 - Will Nike Stomp on Lil Nas in Court? 21.04.2021

Should a rapper be able to re-sell Nike shoes after adding Satanic images and a drop of human blood in each sneaker? Should Democrats be able to swell the Supreme Court to 13 members? And, did Officer Derek Chauvin make the right call, refusing to testify in the George Floyd case? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

64 - George Floyd Trial: Do Violence Threats Equal Jury Tampering? 14.04.2021

The nation’s eyes turn to Minneapolis, where an officer stands trial for allegedly murdering George Floyd. Do calls for unrest if there’s no conviction rise to the level of jury tampering? And, has the president taken the first step toward a much bigger supreme court? BREAK TIMES: about 13:51 and 29:08 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

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