EP 96 Derby Week
From The JudgeMental Podcast by Christine Miller, Hugh Barrow
May 4, 2026 · 27 min · Season 1 · Episode 96
About this episode
The episode discusses the implications of judges using social media, particularly focusing on a Texas judge's controversial post that intertwines scripture with judicial conduct.
JudgeMental Podcast – Episode 96 Derby Week In this episode, Christine and Trey dive deep into one of the most pressing issues facing the judiciary today: judges on social media. What happens when a judge in a black robe posts videos laced with religious teachings? Is it protected free speech — or a troubling conflict of interest? The hosts unpack a viral video of a Texas judge weaving scripture into a courtroom-adjacent social media post, debate where the line should be drawn, and agree that the robe changes everything. The conversation expands into a broader reckoning with judicial transparency — or the lack of it. Christine and Hugh make the case for C-SPAN-style coverage of courts, particularly family courts, arguing that the branch of government most people interact with is somehow the least visible. They also discuss the alarming state of family court: confidential dockets, overworked court-appointed attorneys, and decisions about children's lives made in hallways. Christine drops a bold prediction: that Kentucky's legislature will move to close all family court proceedings at the next session — and she's willing to bet on it. Topics covered: Judge David (Texas) and the…
People in this episode
Hosts: Christine Miller, Hugh Barrow
Guest: Trey
Topics covered
- judges on social media
- judicial transparency
- family court
- religion in judiciary
- C-SPAN coverage
- court-appointed attorneys
Keywords
- judges
- social media
- judicial transparency
- family court
- religion
- C-SPAN
- court-appointed attorneys
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Texas, Kentucky
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