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Pop Culture Courtroom

Pop Culture Courtroom

Written by: Matt Hardin Law
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 Welcome to The Pop Culture Courtroom, where personal injury attorneys Matt Hardin and William Mayfield of Matt Hardin Law take a look at the legal side of your favorite movies, TV shows, books, and pop culture moments. They break down all the crazy on (and off)-screen accidents and debate whether those moments would hold up in a real courtroom. With plenty of humor, relatable legal insight, and lively debates, they give you a fresh, laid-back take on blockbuster hits and hidden gems alike.2024 Art Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Part 2

    Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Part 2
    Feb 20 2026

    Welcome back to The Pop Culture Courtroom. In this episode, Matt Hardin and William Mayfield discuss the book/film 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' [PART 2]. They dive into "dog bite" and "negligent hiring" cases in the magical world of Hogwarts, who's at fault, and how it would all play out in the real world. Plus a deep dive into Boggarts - how do they really work, anyway?

    The Pop Culture Courtroom is produced by Matt Hardin Law. https://www.matthardinlaw.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/matthardinlaw/

    https://www.tiktok.com/@matthardinlaw

    Disclaimer: The views and content expressed on the Pop Culture Courtroom are provided solely for educational and entertainment purposes and do not constitute legal advice. For any legal matters, please consult with a licensed attorney.
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    42 mins
  • Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Part 1

    Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Part 1
    Jan 13 2026

    Welcome back to The Pop Culture Courtroom. In this episode, Matt Hardin and William Mayfield discuss the book/film 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban'. They dive into multiple injury and property damage cases in the magical world of Hogwarts, who's at fault, and how it would all play out in the real world.

    The Pop Culture Courtroom is produced by Matt Hardin Law.

    https://www.matthardinlaw.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/matthardinlaw/

    https://www.tiktok.com/@matthardinlaw

    Disclaimer: The views and content expressed on the Pop Culture Courtroom are provided solely for educational and entertainment purposes and do not constitute legal advice. For any legal matters, please consult with a licensed attorney.
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    54 mins
  • Suits & Matlock (What it Actually Takes To Be a Lawyer)

    Suits & Matlock (What it Actually Takes To Be a Lawyer)
    Oct 27 2025

    Welcome back to The Pop Culture Courtroom. In this episode, attorneys William Mayfield and Michael Kilgore discuss what it takes to become a lawyer through the lens of popular TV shows Suits and Matlock. They dive into how Mike Ross was practicing as a lawyer without going to law school and how Madeline Matlock faked her identity to practice law in NY, and if they could pull it off in real life.

    The Pop Culture Courtroom is produced by Matt Hardin Law.

    https://www.matthardinlaw.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/matthardinlaw/

    https://www.tiktok.com/@matthardinlaw

    Disclaimer: The views and content expressed on the Pop Culture Courtroom are provided solely for educational and entertainment purposes and do not constitute legal advice. For any legal matters, please consult with a licensed attorney.
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    41 mins
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