An Indianapolis criminal defense firm is bringing its unfiltered take on Indiana's justice system back to the airwaves. Rigney Law LLC, which handles criminal defense and OWI cases, has relaunched its podcast, Tales from the Brown Desk, for a second season. The show returned in August 2026 after a nearly six-year break and now releases new episodes every other week.
The podcast first launched in 2020 and produced 26 episodes during its original run, covering topics such as drug possession, theft, burglary, robbery, and the role of a criminal defense attorney. The relaunch retains the format that built its audience: an unscripted, candid conversation between two defense lawyers who spend their working days in Indiana courtrooms. Hosted by attorneys Jake and Kassi Rigney and produced by Teri Muehlhausen, the show carries an explicit content advisory, and its hosts speak plainly about the realities of the criminal justice system.
Season two leans heavily into current Indiana law, offering listeners a front-row seat to how appellate decisions shape everyday practice. The premiere breaks down a fresh 2026 decision from the Indiana Court of Appeals. The second episode examines Indiana v. Manges, a Hendricks County case in which the appellate court pushed back after a trial judge removed the victim from the witness stand, along with a look at Flock license plate cameras. Episode three covers a new Indiana ruling upholding the conviction of a man who told jail staff he was carrying pepper spray, plus conversations about Marion County judges, ICE, and Glock switches. Every episode wraps up with the show's long-running Florida Man segment.
The relaunch matters because it fills a gap in accessible legal analysis for Hoosiers. While court opinions and legal procedures can seem opaque, the podcast translates them into plain language. Listeners hear a working defense attorney's perspective on new appellate decisions, local courtroom practices, and emerging issues such as license plate surveillance and immigration enforcement. Episodes run roughly 30 minutes to an hour, making them easy to fit into a commute or workout. For people facing charges, or those supporting someone who is, the podcast also offers a chance to get to know the attorneys at Rigney Law before ever picking up the phone.
The timing is significant. As Indiana courts continue to grapple with evolving issues like surveillance technology and immigration enforcement, the podcast provides real-time context that few other sources offer. It also serves as a resource for other legal professionals and anyone interested in the criminal justice system. By returning to the airwaves, the firm is reinforcing its commitment to public education and transparency in a field often shrouded in mystery.
The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Buzzsprout, as well as on the firm's website at rigneylawindy.com/podcast. New episodes are released every other week.
