505 - Brief Recess
- Nov 6, 2025
- 1:02:32
- Full Episode
<p>This week, Karen and Georgia sit down with the hosts of Exactly Right’s newest podcast, <em>Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & Mélissa Malebranche.</em> They talk about everything from the state of immigration in America, to the superiority of boxed mac and cheese.</p> <p><em>Brief Recess</em> premieres on November 13 with new episodes every Thursday. Follow, rate, and review <em>Brief Recess</em> wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Michael Foote on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dept_of_redundancy_dept">@dept_of_redundancy_dept</a> and TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@michael_foote_">@Michael_Foote_</a>, and follow Mélissa Malebranche<em> </em>on both platforms <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melissamalebranche">@MelissaMalebranche</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr">For our sources, please visit <a href="https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw36sCqNsbC2MQ5WsbZAtgwq">https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: <a href="https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw2Ylnp_UhVmlZZ3tLmOt6Jb">https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Head to social media to share your favorite moments from this episode. </p> <p dir="ltr">Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/myfavoritemurder" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://instagram.com/myfavoritemurder&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw3hf4n9bp3_-sZeNAw5ZJJf">instagram.com/myfavoritemurder</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/myfavoritemurder" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://facebook.com/myfavoritemurder&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw2lSmegt2dEeLXEfOf9TnjG">facebook.com/myfavoritemurder</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">TikTok: <a href="http://tiktok.com/@my_favorite_murder" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://tiktok.com/@my_favorite_murder&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw3w30DLP1QvJwD-8p51krHF">tiktok.com/@my_favorite_murder</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Watch full episodes of My Favorite Murder on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@my_favorite_murder" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@my_favorite_murder&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw0ZMnjvaYtHJnlbziz5y7PM">https://www.youtube.com/@my_favorite_murder</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Send your hometown stories to <a href="mailto:myfavoritemurder@gmail.com">myfavoritemurder@gmail.com</a>. </p> <p dir="ltr">Join the Fan Cult to access ad-free episodes of My Favorite Murder. Members also receive merch store discounts, exclusive audio and video content and more! Visit <a href="http://www.fancult.supercast.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.fancult.supercast.com/&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw1MbKLbaGinxv4te6tFmR3e">www.fancult.supercast.com</a> to join.</p> <p dir="ltr">Shop for My Favorite Murder and other Exactly Right merchandise here: <a href="http://www.exactlyrightstore.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.exactlyrightstore.com&source=gmail&ust=1761158835487000&usg=AOvVaw0f7vYBdVaAgEKGUkjL7o3p">www.exactlyrightstore.com</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Rate, review and follow My Favorite Murder on the iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you like to listen.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
Michael Foote and Melissa Malbranch discuss anxiety, activism, and their new podcast, Brief Recess, while sharing personal stories and societal observations.
Key points
- The Ketamine Conversation. A candid discussion about anxiety and the effects of ketamine therapy.
- Pandemic Reflections. Hosts reflect on the trauma of the pandemic and its lingering effects.
- The Problem with Humanity. A stark realization about human impact on the world.
- The Power of Protest. Protests can significantly impact elected officials and their decisions, as seen in recent events.
- Navigating ICE Raids. Discussing how to respond during ICE raids raises important questions about safety and action.
- Alyssa's Chaotic Energy. Alyssa, their adventurous friend, brings excitement and spontaneity to their lives.
Episode highlights
- The Ketamine ConversationA candid discussion about anxiety and the effects of ketamine therapy.“Ketamine therapy is what I've been doing and it's incredible.”2:21Nov 6, 2025
- Pandemic ReflectionsHosts reflect on the trauma of the pandemic and its lingering effects.“We just kind of walked out of it.”10:25Nov 6, 2025
- The Problem with HumanityA stark realization about human impact on the world.“Human beings are the problem.”12:15Nov 6, 2025
- The Power of ProtestProtests can significantly impact elected officials and their decisions, as seen in recent events.“That is the real power of something like that.”20:03Nov 6, 2025
- Navigating ICE RaidsDiscussing how to respond during ICE raids raises important questions about safety and action.“What do I do if ICE comes into my neighborhood?”20:23Nov 6, 2025
- Alyssa's Chaotic EnergyAlyssa, their adventurous friend, brings excitement and spontaneity to their lives.“Alyssa is the kind of friend that you have that is down for whatever.”32:56Nov 6, 2025
- The Cheese TrialA courtroom debate on what constitutes cheese, with Velveeta at the center.“Thank you, ladies and gentlemen of the jury.”37:40Nov 6, 2025
- Mac and Cheese PreferencesA humorous discussion on the best types of mac and cheese.“I like my mac and cheese with like the elbow type.”39:33Nov 6, 2025
