Episodes

Dec. 18, 2025

Navigating Family Law with Jessica Budrock

In this episode of the Mighty MERP Podcast, host Mighty MERP interviews Jessica Budrock, a family law attorney from South Jersey . They discuss Jessica's journey into family law, her philosophy on client-centered representati...

Dec. 14, 2025

Transforming Lives Through Vocational Services

In this episode, Dr. Nina Stolzenberg shares her journey from working in pediatric psychology to leading vocational services at JFS.

Nov. 16, 2025

Richie Lomurro Returns for Trial Talk

In this conversation, Richie Lomurro and Mighty Merp dig into the intricacies of trial law, discussing various aspects such as trial styles, the importance of authenticity, and the art of cross-examination.

Guest: Richie Lomurro

Nov. 14, 2025

Champion of Lawyer Wellness and MERP Appearances - Jeralyn Lawrence

Mighty MERP is joined by fellow change-agent, attorney, and past President of the NJSBA Jeralyn Lawrence.

Guest: Jeralyn Lawrence, Esq.

Nov. 13, 2025

NJ Family Lawyer Maritza Rodriguez

NJ Family Law attorney, Maritza Rodriguez shares her journey from law school to her current role in advocating for lawyer well-being.

Nov. 7, 2025

Honoring Dylan Geller : A Legacy of Kindness

In this heartfelt episode of the Mighty MERP podcast, host Melissa Rosenblum speaks with Dawn and Sydney Geller about their son and brother, Dylan, who tragically passed away.

Guest: Sydney Geller

July 21, 2025

I Love Being In A Courtroom with Alex Settle

In this episode, Mighty Merp interviews Alex Settle, a seasoned trial attorney who transitioned from prosecution to defense. They discuss the responsibilities of a prosecutor, the importance of mitigation in legal defense, an...

Guest: Alex Settle

July 14, 2025

Robert Bianchi on Merciful Prosecution

Attorney Robert Bianchi joins MERP to explore personal journeys, the impact of leadership in the prosecutor's office, and the power of mercy in justice.

Guest: Bob Bianchi

July 8, 2025

David Bruno and the Unexpected Path

This conversation with David highlights the significance of prioritizing wellness, personal growth, and the impact of community in the legal field.

June 30, 2025

Holistic Defense with Prescott Loveland

Prescott Loveland shares his personal journey to becoming a public defender, emphasizing the importance of understanding clients as dynamic individuals rather than just cases.

Guest: Prescott Loveland

June 17, 2025

Lily Elsohn with Jewish Family Services

In this episode of the Mighty MERP Podcast, host Melissa Rosenblum speaks with Lily Elsohn, Senior Director of Mental Health Services at Jewish Family Services (JFS) of Atlantic and Cape May counties. They discuss Lily's jour...

Guest: Lily Elsohn

April 18, 2025

Food Security with Begum Malali and JFS

In this episode of the Mighty MERP Podcast, host Melissa Rosenbllum interviews Begum Malali, the Director of Food Security Initiatives at Jewish Family Services.

Guest: Begum Malali

March 24, 2025

The Gummi Diaries Vol 1 - with Ali Rosenblum

In this gummi-bear fueled conversation, the Rosenblum sisters explore various themes surrounding parenting, family dynamics, and the challenges of growing up in today's world.

March 9, 2025

The Journey of Judge Susan Maven

Judge Maven reflects on her journey as the first black woman judge in Atlantic County, discussing the challenges and responsibilities that come with the role.

Guest: Susan Maven

Jan. 20, 2025

Kristin Lis Returns

Kristin shares her personal experiences with burnout, the decision to leave her law firm, and the search for a new role that aligns with her values and needs.

Guest: Kristin M. Lis, Esquire

Dec. 9, 2024

Pivots and Profits with Early Adopter Kristin Lis

Kristin reflects on the importance of work-life balance, the impact of burnout, and the lessons learned about self-care and client relationships. The conversation highlights the unique challenges of practicing law and the need for support within the legal community.

Guest: Kristin M. Lis, Esquire

Nov. 12, 2024

The Christmas Day Shooting and Intimate Partner Violence

In this episode of the Mighty MERP podcast, Dr. Dawn Hughes, a clinical and forensic psychologist, discusses her career path and expertise in intimate partner violence and trauma.

Guest: Dawn M Hughes PhD ABPP

Oct. 19, 2024

A Non-Hostile Takeover Episode with Rich Lomurro

Join the Mighty LoMURRo podcast ⚖️ with pirate-host Rich Lomurro taking over for Melissa Rosenblum.

Guest: Richie Lomurro

Oct. 14, 2024

Criminalizing Healthcare Mistakes with Linda Laskowski Jones

Mighty MERP returns for ⚖️ a conversation that explores the complex issue of criminalizing medical errors in healthcare, focusing on the perspectives of nursing professionals and the systemic failures that contribute to these errors.

Guest: Linda Laskowski Jones, MS, APRN, ACNS-BC, CEN, NEA-BC, FAWM, FAAN

Oct. 7, 2024

NJ Lawyers Assistance Program with Evan Levow and Defne Ekin

The Mighty MERP Podcast - ⚖️ In this episode, Melissa Rosenblum welcomes Dr. Defne Ekin and attorney Evan Levow to discuss the importance of lawyer wellness, the New Jersey Lawyers Assistance Program, and the personal journeys of both guests.

Guest: Defne Ekin

Sept. 30, 2024

Just Say No to Searches... and Look Professional

Mighty MERP ⚖️ welcomes you to Season 4! In this episode Melissa calls her producer Tom Ritter on the carpet to discuss upcoming guests, true crime, and her plan for this season.

Guest: Producer, Thomas Ritter

March 3, 2024

Find Your Detox with Marcie Roth

In this episode, Marcie Roth discusses her career as a lawyer and her new business, Find Your Detox. She shares how she discovered her passion for helping people through law and how she found her niche in trusts and estates law. Marcie also talks about the inspiration behind Find Your Detox and …

Guest: Marcie Roth

Feb. 18, 2024

Go Limitless Retreats with Tracy Frederick

Tracy's retreats provide a space for women to recharge, reflect, and gain clarity on their personal and professional goals. Additional topics discussed include building a law firm and balancing responsibilities, taking care of aging parents, the importance of self-care for high-achieving women, …

Guest: Tracy Frederick

Feb. 11, 2024

Veterans Diversionary Programs in NJ with Thomas Roughneen

Welcome back to the Mighty MERP #Podcast ⚖️ Melissa is joined by #attorney Thomas Roughneen for a discussion about advocating for veterans' rights and the adoption of diversionary programs for ex-military.