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May 3, 2023

The Equal Pay Act: How Do I Know If I Should Sue My Employer?

In today's modern time, the fight for gender equality still continues to be an important issue. One significant milestone in this ongoing battle was the establishment of the Equal Pay Act (EPA). Enacted in 1963, the EPA was a landmark legislation that aimed to address the persistent wage disparities faced by women in the workforce and it serves as a crucial legal safeguard for employees, aiming to protect them against unequal compensation based on gender. 

May 3, 2023

How Violent Criminals are Taking Advantage of California’s Prop 57

Diane Castaneda

Ralph Diaz, former Secretary of Corrections talks with Anne Marie about the impact of Early Release on California. Greg Totten of Golden State Communities discusses legislation like CA-AB15 and Prop 57 as well as issues like elderly release affects recidivism and re-victimization.

April 28, 2023

Season 2: Dr. Leroy Leads the Above Board Cannabis Conversation

It’s the Season 2 sneak peek of Cannabis Enlightened, and Dr. Leroy goes behind the scenes with producer Kara Knittel in the Olas Media studio to talk about the real cannabis industry, and what it takes to be “above board”. 

April 20, 2023

Grateful Dead comes to March and Ash

Diane Castañeda

Big Steve from the Grateful Dead Introduces His Mysterious 420 Pre-Roll Made from Mysterious Cannabis Seeds

April 5, 2023

Zero Bail Fail? 70% Released Without Bail Commit New Crimes

Excerpts from a conversation of Yolo County District Attorney, Jeff Reisig, and Anne Marie to discuss his new case study on the devastating impacts of zero bail. He shares his experience while in office. Several cases are revisited from the past.

April 4, 2023

A Day in the Life of a Plaintiff | Jason Thompson

Jason Thompson joins the second part of a 2-part episode to examine the day in the life of a plaintiff. Justin and Jason go behind the scenes of how Sommers Schwartz serves as an advocate for employees who have fallen victim to unfair workplace practices like unpaid wages. They discuss the details of preparation for depositions and mediations.

March 31, 2023

Janus Norman - CalBroadBand

Janus Norman with CalBroadBand joins Bryan to discuss closing the access gap to broadband in California. 

March 23, 2023

The Cannabis Enlightened Season Finale Crossover

In this special simulcast, Dr. Leroy concludes Season 1 with a conversation with the host of the Reason 55 podcast, Steph B. Social equity and Cannabis taxes fill the conversation while tackling issues of Black presence. A hybrid episode of OLAS hosts that doesn’t disappoint. 

March 22, 2023

Seattle v. TikTok, Lady Gaga’s Dognapper, and Brett Farve’s Bad-mouthers: Welcome Back to The Lawyer In Blue Jeans Podcast

Diane Castañeda

Justin welcomes fellow attorneys James Hess, Christina Garcia, and Adam Schneider to chat about the crazy details of some of today’s high-profile cases.

March 14, 2023

Jeff Reisig | Yolo County District Attorney

Yolo County District Attorney Jeff Reisig joins us to discuss his new study on the devastating impacts of zero bail. Read the full study and summary here.