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August was anything but quiet in the courtroom, and Not on Record was right there to break it all down. From the Hockey Canada trial verdict to the limits of pretrial motions, the meaning of truth in justice, and the role of defence counsel in protecting fairness, this month’s episodes shine a light on the evolving challenges in criminal law. Whether you’re a lawyer, student, or true-crime follower, these candid conversations cut to the core of the golden rule in criminal defence justice.
See all the August episodes below.
EP#176 | Hockey Canada Trial | Unpacking the Verdict
This episode examines the Hockey Canada trial, breaking down the verdict, pivotal testimony, and the larger conversation about consent, accountability, and sports culture. Joseph, Michael, and Diana offer a frank discussion on how the case unfolded and what it signals for future prosecutions.
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EP#177 | Roadblocks Before the Trial Even Begins
Here, Diana and Joseph take on the expanding role of complainant counsel in Canadian sexual assault pretrial motions. They unpack legislative changes since 2018, troubling courtroom tactics, and why unchecked advocacy risks undermining fairness at trial. Case law like R. v. J.J. and Seaboyer sets the backdrop for this deep dive.
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EP#178 | MY Truth vs. THE Truth
Joseph Neuberger, Michael Bury, and Diana Davison sit down to reflect on trials they’ve worked on and the growing shift in how courts weigh “truth.” This candid talk highlights behind-the-scenes realities, emerging legal challenges, and why the distinction between my truth and the truth is critical to justice.
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EP#179 | The Golden Rule
Episode 179 tackles a recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision clarifying how timing works in sexual assault cases. Joseph, Michael, and Diana explain the “golden rule”, that an accused must know the case against them, and how courts balance fairness, alibi evidence, and credibility. They also debunk the myth of “technical acquittals.”
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EP#180 | Why Female Lawyers Defend Men Accused of Sexual Offences
Yuvika and Maria sit down with Grace Condello to address the claim that female lawyers “betray their gender” by defending men accused of sexual offences. They show why presumption of innocence protects everyone, revisit wrongful conviction lessons, and illustrate the dangers of tunnel vision in investigations.
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