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MFM Presents… Brief Recess

My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

  • Dec 5, 2025
  • 59:32
  • Full Episode
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<p>My Favorite Murder presents the premiere episode of our newest podcast, Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & M&eacute;lissa Malebranche, on the Exactly Right network. Brief Recess takes a sharp, funny, and deeply human look at the American legal system, breaking down the stories behind the headlines and showing how the law actually works in real life.</p> <p>In this episode, &ldquo;ICE Abuses and Accountability&hellip; Finally,&rdquo; hosts Michael and M&eacute;lissa talk about the Diddy trial, discuss special immigrant juvenile status, and sit down with Congressman Robert Garcia for a candid conversation about ICE, accountability, and what meaningful change might finally look like.</p> <p>Listen on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. For updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more, follow Michael on Instagram @dept_of_redundancy_dept and TikTok @Michael_Foote_, and follow M&eacute;lissa on both platforms @MelissaMalebranche.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

Brief Summary

Hosts discuss legal topics, the Diddy trial, and immigration issues with Congressman Robert Garcia.

Key points

  • Discover Your Next Great Audiobook. Check out Earsay, a podcast hosted by Cal Penn that spotlights standout audiobooks.
  • Introducing Brief Recess. A smart and funny look at the American legal system, hosted by Michael Foote and Melissa Malbranch.
  • Alyssa: The Mystery Friend. Melissa and Michael discuss their adventurous friend Alyssa and her unpredictable lifestyle.
  • Immigration Law Complexity. Immigration law is often seen as complicated, even by lawyers. It affects many lives.
  • Congressman Garcia Joins the Discussion. Former mayor and immigrant Congressman Garcia discusses his advocacy for immigrant communities.
  • Investigating ICE Actions. A congressman discusses the investigation into ICE's treatment of U.S. citizens and non-citizens.

Tension

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