Open Ninth

From singing at weddings to participating in mission trips to South Africa, Vincent Chiu led a rich and varied life before he became a judge of the Ninth Circuit. Hear all about it as he shares his experiences as a federal prosecutor, musician, father and judge with Chief Judge Don Myers. Let us know what you think about the podcast.

From singing at weddings to participating in mission trips to South Africa, Vincent Chiu led a rich and varied life before he became a judge of the Ninth Circuit. Hear all about it as he shares his experiences as a federal prosecutor, musician, father and judge with Chief Judge Don Myers. Let us know what you think about the podcast.

How do you get a group of 7th graders excited about civics? Chief Judge Don Myers asked Maitland Middle School teacher Dawn Dunham this same question. Tune in to hear about her use of debate, discussion, imagery, technology, and media inside the classroom. Let us know what you think about the podcast.

In this special episode of Open Ninth, Chief Judge Don Myers addresses the impact of COVID-19 on the Ninth Circuit's policies and procedures. Listen in as he answers the community’s most pressing questions and explains the changes to filing, rescheduling hearings, jury duty, evictions, emergency hearings, and more. Show Notes 0:30 - COVID-19 background 1:35 - Social distancing mandate 1:51 - Executive stay-at-home orders 3:12 - What is involved in shutting down a Circuit, and what does the Chief Judge have to consider in doing so? 4:41 - Comparing closing courthouses for hurricanes versus for a virus 5:50 - State court system decision-making process 6:43 - What proceedings are always going to be heard? Is the courthouse closed, or are essential hearings being held? 7:30 - Types of essential proceedings and cases still being heard 10:01 - Types of non-essential matters being heard by judges 11:27 - What is the status of eviction proceedings in Osceola County? 12:59 - Do I need to report for jury duty? Will the courts be holding jury trials at all? 15:59 - With what you know now, and knowing that we’re somewhat at the beginning of this crisis, what are some hurdles you see State Courts facing in the near future? 16:25 - Growing backlog of casework 17:55 - Online e-portal capabilities 18:37 - Judicial assistants and access to information 19:59 - What are parties engaged in parenting plans supposed to be doing during this pandemic? 21:55 - If your hearing was cancelled, what happens now? Will I have a remote hearing or will it be postponed? 23:37 - What should I do if I’m experiencing flu-like symptoms, but have been summoned to appear in court for an emergency proceeding? 24:50 - What’s surprised you in the Ninth Circuit’s ability to respond to the crisis? 27:13 - How do you think this pandemic, and the court’s actions in response to it, will change how our courts operate in the future? 30:23 - Key messages to keep in mind

What happens when a Baby Boomer, Gen Xer, and Millennial gather in a room to record a podcast? Listen as Chief Judge Don Myers, Judge Kevin Weiss, and Judge Denise Beamer chat about generational differences in their relationships to technology, approaches to law school, experiences on the bench, use of social media, and more. Let us know what you think about the podcast.

What happens when a Baby Boomer, Gen Xer, and Millennial gather in a room to record a podcast? Listen as Chief Judge Don Myers, Judge Kevin Weiss, and Judge Denise Beamer chat about generational differences in their relationships to technology, approaches to law school, experiences on the bench, use of social media, and more. Let us know what you think about the podcast.

The Dark Web. Malware. Encryption. The Internet of Things. These concepts seem to intimidate most casual technology users, who often aren’t aware of the best online practices to protect themselves. That’s why Chief Judge Don Myers invited top cyber security professional Mark Lanterman onto our podcast to share his expertise, break down these concepts, and offer some tips on keeping both yourself and your organization safe from hackers. Show Notes 2:55 - Overview of cyber security 4:03 - An organization’s greatest cyber security risk 5:15 - Phishing 8:14 - Best advice for listeners 13:50 - Using public wifi 15:45 - Phone hotspot 17:34 - Ransomware 24:15 - Dark web 28:50 - Internet of Things Let us know what you think about the podcast.

How did the Orlando courthouse and community change in the wake of the Provenzano shooting? In our final episode of this re-released special coverage, Open Ninth explores the innovative security measures that were implemented around the courthouse to ensure the safety of all court users and staff. Plus, as former Chief Judge Frederick Lauten speaks to former Sheriff Jerry Demings, they'll dive into the cultural shift that the shooting brought to both The City Beautiful and to law enforcement. Orange County Courthouse Shootings January 10, 1984

How did the Orlando courthouse and community change in the wake of the Provenzano shooting? In our final episode of this re-released special coverage, Open Ninth explores the innovative security measures that were implemented around the courthouse to ensure the safety of all court users and staff. Plus, as former Chief Judge Frederick Lauten speaks to former Sheriff Jerry Demings, they'll dive into the cultural shift that the shooting brought to both The City Beautiful and to law enforcement. Orange County Courthouse Shootings January 10, 1984

In the first installment of this 3-part series, Chief Judge Frederick J. Lauten sat down with former Chief Judge Emerson Thompson, Jr. to discuss the backdrop leading up to the tragic 1984 courthouse shooting.  Today, Judge Thompson, Circuit Judge Mark S. Blechman, and other eye witnesses give chilling accounts of the events that unfolded on that dreadful January 10th day. In 1984, Mark Blechman was a young, state attorney assigned to the Orange County Courthouse.  The Orange County Courthouse was a close-knit community and home to Judges and court staff who shared more than a common workplace.  As Judge Blechman details, the horrific shooting sent shockwaves through the community and forever changed courthouse life. Judge Blechman gives a detailed account of how he and his co-workers stayed safe during the shooting by huddling under the attorneys’ tables in the courtroom. He mentions how a bullet from the shooter’s gun ricocheted through a window and into the courtroom. The fear he felt on that day was like nothing he’d ever experienced before. Tune into this podcast to hear survivors tell their stories and honor the memory of the victims. As Judge Blechman describes, Bailiff William "Arnie” Wilkerson, who was fatally shot by Provenzano, was a caring, sweet human being who gave his life protecting others.  Bailiff Harry Dalton and Corrections Officer Mark Parker died years later from injuries related to the shooting.  Their lives were celebrated during the 34th Remembrance Ceremony on January 10, 2018.  Though gone, their heroism and selfless sacrifice will be remembered forever.     Orange County Courthouse Shootings January 10, 1984  

In the first installment of this 3-part series, Chief Judge Frederick J. Lauten sat down with former Chief Judge Emerson Thompson, Jr. to discuss the backdrop leading up to the tragic 1984 courthouse shooting.  Today, Judge Thompson, Circuit Judge Mark S. Blechman, and other eye witnesses give chilling accounts of the events that unfolded on that dreadful January 10th day. In 1984, Mark Blechman was a young, state attorney assigned to the Orange County Courthouse.  The Orange County Courthouse was a close-knit community and home to Judges and court staff who shared more than a common workplace.  As Judge Blechman details, the horrific shooting sent shockwaves through the community and forever changed courthouse life. Judge Blechman gives a detailed account of how he and his co-workers stayed safe during the shooting by huddling under the attorneys’ tables in the courtroom. He mentions how a bullet from the shooter’s gun ricocheted through a window and into the courtroom. The fear he felt on that day was like nothing he’d ever experienced before. Tune into this podcast to hear survivors tell their stories and honor the memory of the victims. As Judge Blechman describes, Bailiff William "Arnie” Wilkerson, who was fatally shot by Provenzano, was a caring, sweet human being who gave his life protecting others.  Bailiff Harry Dalton and Corrections Officer Mark Parker died years later from injuries related to the shooting.  Their lives were celebrated during the 34th Remembrance Ceremony on January 10, 2018.  Though gone, their heroism and selfless sacrifice will be remembered forever.     Orange County Courthouse Shootings January 10, 1984  

In the 1980's, Orlando was a quiet but friendly place...until Thomas Provenzano changed everything one cold day in January 1984. Listen as former Chief Judge Frederick Lauten takes a deep dive into this chilling courthouse calamity alongside eyewitnesses and survivors. Hear about the weaponized culture at the time, about the lesser security measures and emergency communications networks, and about the red flags that should have raised alarms but didn't. These stories set the scene for that fateful January 10th, and for part one of this re-released special three part series. Orange County Courthouse Shootings January 10, 1984

In this special virtually-hosted episode, Judges Amy Carter, Bob LeBlanc and Alicia Latimore join Chief Judge Don Myers to discuss how their lives have changed during the course of this pandemic, both personally and professionally. Tune in to learn how the judges are navigating issues like judicial wellness, working remotely, homeschooling children, restrictions on visiting their families, and more. Plus, you’ll hear what the judges have realized they are most grateful for during this unusual time.

With a barrage of new technologies unveiled every day, our world is in a constant state of flux. With the increase in vehicular autonomy, how we use and interact with cars is changing. Business, laws, and society must change along with it. Join Chief Judge Don Myers and Judge Alan Tiras of Incline Village, Nevada as they discuss the impact of autonomous vehicles on our society. Show Notes 2:53 levels of autonomy 5:08 networking with vehicles and the community 6:40 vision of autopilot 7:55 adoption rate timeframe 9:56 “disruptive” technology 11:02 effect on auto insurance 12:22 effect on personal vehicle ownership and ridesharing 14:22 effect on traffic Let us know what you think about the podcast.

Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) is coming to the Ninth Circuit. On this episode of Open Ninth, Chief Judge Don Myers talks to mediator Christy Foley and ODR software specialist Jamie Gillespie about traditional mediation and the shift to ODR. Using mediation, the disputing parties may avoid going to court. Using ODR, those parties can access the mediation process and discuss their case anywhere, at any time, at their convenience. Let us know what you think about the podcast.