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The Quill & Sword

The Judge Advocate General"s Legal Center and School

The Quill & Sword series of podcasts is created and hosted by The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School (TJAGLCS). There are multiple shows in the series, with The Quill & Sword show serving as the umbrella show. "The Quill & Sword" show contains all episodes from the "Criminal Law Department Presents," "NSL Unscripted," "Mentorship Matters" and "Fred Talks" shows, plus featured episodes from other TJAGLCS departments, and all prior episodes from the discontinued “Battlefield Next” show

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The Quill & Sword | Battlefield Next Ep 3: Interview...

The Quill & Sword ·

2023/01/06

On today’s podcast we have an interview with Mr. Fred Borch about the historical events that shaped the practice of operational law by judge advocates into the robust practice area we know it as today: national security law. Mr. Borch is a Professor of Legal History and Leadership at The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School where he also holds the title of Regimental Historian and Archivist.

The Quill & Sword | Battlefield Next Ep 2 - Interview...

The Quill & Sword ·

2023/01/06

On today’s podcast, we have an interview with Professor Claire Finkelstein from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Professor Finkelstein is the founder and director of the Center for Ethics and Rule of Law at University of Pennsylvania Law School. MAJ Wellemeyer had the opportunity to sit down with Professor Finkelstein at the conclusion of the Ethical Challenges in the Development of New Weaponry symposium that occurred earlier this fall. During the conversation, Professor Finkelstein

The Quill & Sword | Battlefield Next Ep 1 - Interview...

The Quill & Sword ·

2023/01/06

Our first podcast is an interview with General (Ret.) Joseph Votel. General Votel is recently retired from the United States Army after a 39 year career. The last position he held was as the Commander of US Central Command from March 2016 to March 2019.

The Quill & Sword | CAAF Chats Ep 5: U.S. v. Beauge,...

The Quill & Sword ·

2023/01/04

This case analyzes the mandatory disclosure exception to the MRE 513 privilege.

The Quill & Sword | CAAF Chats Ep 4: U.S. v. Palacios...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/21

This case involves two issues: ineffective assistance of counsel, alleging the defense team should have informed the accused to discuss certain collateral consequences, as well as prosecutorial misconduct in the form of improper argument.

The Quill & Sword | CAAF Chats Ep 3: US v. Hiser, 82...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/20

This case offers the first CAAF analysis of the (relatively) new Article 117a offense.

The Quill & Sword | CAAF Chats Ep 2: U.S. v....

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/20

This discussion focuses on the limits of the MRE 513 privilege.

The Quill & Sword | CAAF Chats Ep 1: U.S. v. Edwards,...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/20

This case explores some of the limits on a victim’s unsworn statement under RCM 1001A (now RCM 1001(c)).

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 10: COL Zane E....

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

The only judge advocate to be decorated for heroism in Vietnam, COL Finkelstein served for over 30 years in the Army JAG Corps. This week Fred tells the story of how a foreign claims mission to a Vietnamese village led then LTC Finkelstein to join with his infantry escort to repel a Viet Cong attack. ”**Music by Joseph McDade

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 9: SGM John Nolan

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

Recorded in the SGM Nolan reading room and library at The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, Mr. Borch guides us through the life and decades of exemplary service of the first JAG Corps Sergeant Major—a position now known as the Regimental Command Sergeant Major. ”**Music by Joseph McDade ***The views expressed on the podcast are the views of the participants and do not necessarily represent those of The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, the Army, the Department of

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 8: Military...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

Many listeners will be familiar with the military commissions in relation to the war on terror. However, long before those President Andrew Johnson ordered a military tribunal for the Lincoln assassination conspirators. Find out why on this episode of Fred Talks. For more information, see the report of the trial on the Library of Congress website website (https://www.loc.gov/re-source/llscd.200900209112991/?st=gallery) ** Music by Joseph McDade *** The views expressed on this podcast are the

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 6: The History of...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

When we last left off, the US Army JAG Corps was without a home after leaving the University of Michigan in the 1940’s. Part 2 of our series examines the winding path that led us to our current home on the Grounds of the University of Virginia. **Music by Joseph McDade ***The views expressed on the podcast are the views of the participants and do not necessarily represent those of The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, the Army, the Department of Defense, or any other agency of

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 7: The History of Fred

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

Today, something new, something old, something different, something very much the same, BUT something everyone has been waiting with baited breath to hear. Join us as we talk about the history of this podcast’s namesake, the history of FRED. **Music by Joseph McDade ***The views expressed on the podcast are the views of the participants and do not necessarily represent those of The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, the Army, the Department of Defense, or any other agency of

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 4: The Dark Ages...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

Mr. Borch reading from a 123-year-old manual? Sounds like the latest episode of Fred Talks. Join us as Mr. Borch shines a light on the proverbial dark ages before the UCMJ. What was it like to try a case 150 years ago? Why and when did the nation move towards a standard uniform code? All this and more on episode 4! ***The views expressed on the podcast are the views of the participants and do not necessarily represent those of The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, the Army, the

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 5: The History of...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

Episode 5! Judge Advocates have served in the Army since the 18th century, but the idea of a “JAG School” is relatively new. Mr. Borch details the history of the JAG Corp’s first brick and mortar institution, including a stop at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor during WWII. **Music by Joseph McDade ***The views expressed on the podcast are the views of the participants and do not necessarily represent those of The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, the Army, the Department

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 2: The Evolution of...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

The Evolution of the Paralegal & Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Mr. Borch takes us through the evolution of the paralegal specialist, both their role and their training. From legal clerk to para-professional, the Paralegal has seen a vast change in their responsibilities and duty titles over the last fifty years. Today, the paralegal is a vital part of any legal team, and often the tip of the proverbial legal spear. Join us our regimental historian colorfully (as always) describes that

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 3: A Revolution in...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

Ever wonder why military judges wear black robes? OK, maybe that question doesn’t live rent free in your brain . . . BUT the answers are here, thanks to Mr. Borch our regimental historian. The Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) was a revolution in the way the military tries cases, but a second lesser known revolution took place in 1968 – the Military Justice Act. More attorneys, military judges, and yes . . . even black robes. All found on this week’s Fred Talks. ***The views expressed on

The Quill & Sword – Fred Talks Ep 1: The...

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/15

I’d like to welcome you to something a little bit different on the Battlefield Next network of podcasts. You all have I’m sure heard of the world-famous, hard-hitting, cutting edge discussions on society and technology, known as Ted Talks. Well . . . . we don’t own any fancy skinny microphones, we can’t trade in our OCPs for black turtlenecks, BUT we can and will bring to you a segment fondly known as Fred Talks. Join us weekly as the Army JAG Corps’ Regimental Historian provides short glimpses of

The Quill & Sword - Ep. 0: Prologue

The Quill & Sword ·

2022/12/14

The U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School announces The Quill and Sword Network of Podcasts: The Quill and Sword, FredTalks, Criminal Law Department Presents.

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