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08/26/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert: Episode 216 — Beyond the Practice: Chad Volkert on Career, Leadership, and AI

What does it take to build a fulfilling career while embracing change?

In Episode 216 of The Practice Podcast, Jeffrey Bast and Brett M. Amron welcome Chad Volkert, Global C-Suite Leader and Managing Director at Protiviti, for a conversation about career growth, leadership, the evolution of legal services, and how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work.

Early in his career, Chad made the decision to pursue opportunities beyond traditional legal practice, a professional journey that ultimately led him to build and lead high-performing teams across more than 30 offices and 2,000 professionals.

The conversation explores:
✓ Finding purpose and fulfillment throughout your career
✓ The growth and evolution of alternative legal services
✓ Why long-term growth can matter more than compensation and titles
✓ AI as an opportunity for growth, not simply a tool to reduce headcount
✓ The importance of AI governance and employee upskilling
✓ Why communication, problem-solving, trust, and human connection will remain essential

As technology continues to transform the workplace, Chad shares why the professionals and organizations that thrive will be those that embrace change while continuing to invest in the skills and relationships technology cannot replace.

🎧 Listen to Episode 216 of The Practice Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts. https://lnkd.in/edVnJpZU

08/05/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert: Episode 215 — Leading Brands Through Curiosity and Connection with Glory Alcántara

What does it take to lead some of the world's most recognizable brands while staying curious, embracing change, and putting people first?

In Episode 215 of The Practice Podcast, Jeffrey Bast and Brett M. Amron sit down with Glory Alcántara, Director of Multicultural Marketing at General Mills, to discuss her journey from the Dominican Republic to leading multicultural marketing strategies for iconic brands including Cheerios, Pillsbury, and Nature Valley, and how curiosity, consumer-first thinking, and authentic connection drive meaningful brand growth.

From embracing career transitions and developing a personal leadership philosophy to navigating the evolving role of artificial intelligence in marketing, Glory shares practical insights on building brands that resonate, cultivating meaningful relationships, and leading with purpose in a rapidly changing world.

Key takeaways include:
✔️ How curiosity can unlock career growth and new opportunities
✔️ Why the strongest brands begin with understanding people
✔️ Consumer-first marketing and authentic storytelling
✔️ The evolving role of artificial intelligence in marketing
✔️ The "Three P's" framework for professional growth: Performance, Personal Brand, and People
✔️ How meaningful relationships shape lasting personal and professional success

This episode offers valuable insights for business leaders, marketers, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to strengthen their leadership, build authentic brands, and create meaningful connections.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon M
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07/29/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert: Episode 214 — Building a Better Miami with Patrice Gillespie Smith

What does it take to transform an overlooked space into one of Miami's most impactful community assets?

In Episode 214 of The Practice Podcast, Jeffrey Bast and Brett M. Amron sit down with Patrice Gillespie Smith, President and Chief Operating Officer of Friends of The Underline, to discuss the vision behind one of Miami's most transformative public infrastructure projects and how thoughtful urban planning can strengthen communities, improve quality of life, and shape the future of our city.

From creating safer spaces for walking and biking to expanding green spaces and fostering community connections, Patrice shares how collaboration, innovation, and a people-first approach are helping redefine the way Miami lives, moves, and grows.

Key takeaways include:
✔️ The vision behind The Underline and how it became a transformative project for Miami
✔️ Designing cities around people through safer, more connected public spaces
✔️ The role of green space, walkability, and multimodal transportation in improving quality of life
✔️ How community engagement helped shape The Underline's success
✔️ Creating meaningful community impact through programming, volunteerism, and public partnerships
✔️ How workforce development initiatives are creating opportunities for individuals experiencing homelessness
This episode offers valuable insights for business leaders, community advocates, urban planning professionals, and anyone passionate about the future of Miami.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/214-building-a-better-miami-with-patrice-gillespie-smith/id1566884697?i=1000778895467

06/17/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert: Episode 210 — From the Dugout to the Boardroom:

Building a Law Firm Through Faith and Relationships
What do baseball, entrepreneurship, faith, and law firm leadership have in common?

In Episode 210 of The Practice Podcast, Jeffrey Bast and Brett M. Amron sit down with Russ Brown, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Brown Fox PLLC, to discuss the lessons that shaped his journey from collegiate athlete and coach to leader of one of the nation's fastest-growing law firms.

Russ shares how setbacks early in life became some of his greatest teachers, why relationships remain the foundation of successful business development, and how faith has influenced both his leadership style and his approach to serving others.

The conversation explores:
✔️ Lessons learned from athletics and coaching
✔️ Building Brown Fox during the Great Recession
✔️ Growing a law firm through relationships and trust
✔️ Leadership, culture, and developing talent
✔️ The role of faith and purpose in a legal career
✔️ International service and justice initiatives around the world

This episode is a powerful reminder that success is rarely built alone. It is built through relationships, resilience, and a commitment to serving others.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts.

06/10/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert: Episode 209. Dancing Through Leadership: Public Service, Purpose, and Building a Legacy with Elaine Fitch (she/her)

What does it take to build a meaningful career, lead with purpose, and create a legacy that lasts?

In Episode 209 of The Practice Podcast, Jeffrey Bast and Brett M. Amron sit down with Elaine Fitch, Managing Partner of Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, for an inspiring conversation about advocacy, leadership, mentorship, and the future of the legal profession.

Elaine shares her remarkable journey from studying social justice and women's rights to leading a majority women-owned law firm with more than 50 years of history. Along the way, she discusses the importance of public service, standing up for employees' rights, building authentic relationships, and preparing the next generation of leaders.

Key takeaways include:
✔️ Turning passion into a purpose-driven legal career
✔️ Advocating for employees and workplace civil rights
✔️ Leading and growing a successful law firm
✔️ The importance of mentorship and succession planning
✔️ Building a culture that outlasts any one leader
✔️ Why relationships remain the foundation of long-term success

This episode is a powerful reminder that leadership is about more than managing a business—it's about investing in people, creating opportunities, and leaving something better behind for the next generation.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts.

06/03/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert: 208. Beyond the Courtroom: Navigating Divorce, Relationships, and Difficult Conversations with Jacqueline Newman

What can divorce teach us about relationships, communication, and even leadership?

In Episode 208 of The Practice Podcast, Jeffrey Bast and Brett M. Amron welcome Jacqueline (Lipson) Newman, Managing Partner of Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, LLP, for a thoughtful discussion on navigating divorce, protecting children during family transitions, and why communication is often the foundation of every successful relationship.

Jacqueline shares insights from decades of experience handling complex matrimonial matters, including high-net-worth divorces, custody disputes, mediation, and prenuptial agreements. She also offers a unique perspective on how difficult conversations can strengthen relationships long before conflict arises.

Key takeaways include:
✔️ Knowing when divorce is—and isn't—the right path
✔️ Helping children through family transitions
✔️ The role communication plays in healthy relationships
✔️ Why prenuptial agreements can be a valuable planning tool
✔️ Building a strong culture within a growing law firm

This episode is packed with practical wisdom, candid stories, and valuable lessons that extend far beyond family law.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts.
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05/20/2026

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04/29/2026

207: Legend Series – Leadership, Litigation, And Longevity With Kendall Coffey

📣Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/e8WUSPqP.

In this Legend Series installment of The Practice Podcast, Jeffrey Bast and Brett M. Amron sit down with Kendall Coffey, one of South Florida’s most respected trial lawyers and a former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida.

This conversation goes beyond a traditional career retrospective. It is a candid, experience-driven discussion on what actually builds a lasting legal career: adaptability, trial experience, discipline, and a relentless commitment to doing the work the right way.

From an unexpected pivot away from journalism to leading one of the nation’s most prominent U.S. Attorney’s Offices, Coffey shares the inflection points that shaped his career and the practical lessons that continue to apply in today’s legal market.

Key Takeaways
✔️Careers are built through pivots, not straight lines
Early setbacks often create better long-term positioning if you stay in the game.
✔️Your environment matters early
The people you work with will shape your trajectory more than the title on your door.
✔️Trial experience is a differentiator
For litigators, hands-on courtroom experience remains one of the most valuable career accelerators.
✔️Public service sharpens perspective
Time in the U.S. Attorney’s Office provides a broader understanding of the law, government power, and decision-making that translates directly into private practice.
✔️Reputation drives business
Do great work consistently. Business development follows performance.
✔️Relentlessness wins—when applied correctly
Following through and owning outcomes is a competitive advantage, but knowing limits matters.
✔️Integrity is non-negotiable
There is no margin for error. One misstep can define a career.

Quote Worth Noting
“The best thing you can do for your career is do a great job on your cases. Everything else follows from that.”

Bottom Line
Enduring legal careers are not built on shortcuts. They are built on experience, discipline, relationships, and a consistent commitment to excellence over time.

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04/02/2026

Wishing a Happy Passover from all of us at BAST AMRON LLP.

Passover is a time of reflection, renewal, and coming together with family and community. 🌿 The holiday’s themes of resilience, tradition, and hope serve as a meaningful reminder of the importance of perseverance and shared purpose.

To our clients, colleagues, and friends who are celebrating, we wish you a joyful and meaningful holiday filled with peace, connection, and celebration. 🕊️🍷✨

Chag Sameach. ✡️

04/01/2026

206. From Flute Performance To High-Stakes Litigation With Katie Tonkinson
📣Tune in now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/206-from-flute-performance-to-high-stakes-litigation/id1566884697?i=1000758616924
In this episode of The Practice Podcast, Katie Tonkinson joins Jeff Bast and Brett Amron to discuss her path from music performance to litigation, what law school doesn’t teach you, and why practicing law is ultimately a people business.
She shares practical insights on building a legal career, the importance of discipline and communication, and how creative outlets like writing and music continue to shape her approach to the law.

What You’ll Hear
• How a music background translates to legal practice
• The importance of networking and real-world exposure
• Why communication skills can make or break young lawyers
• What surprised her most about practicing law

Bottom Line
Strong lawyers are not just technically sound—they understand people, communicate clearly, and stay disciplined over time.
Streaming on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts. We are also in the top ten percent of listened-to podcasts globally.