Podcasting for Lawyers: The Truth Behind the Mic at ABA TECHSHOW 2026 🎙️⚖️

🎧 Watch the ABA TECHSHOW 2026 panel: “Podcasting for Lawyers: The Truth Behind the Mic”

Podcasting has become one of the most powerful ways for lawyers to build authority, strengthen client relationships, and stand out in a crowded online marketplace—if it is done strategically and ethically. I recently had the privilege of serving on the March 26, 2026, ABA TECHSHOW panel, “Podcasting for Lawyers: The Truth Behind the Mic,” alongside moderator Ruby Powers and fellow panelists Gyi Tsakalakis and Stephanie Everett. Together, we walked through how attorneys can use podcasting, video, and legal technology to create consistent, professional content that supports real‑world business development while staying compliant with confidentiality and bar‑advertising rules. 🎧

In this post, you’ll find the recording of our ABA TECHSHOW 2026 session, a brief overview of the topics we covered, and links to tools and resources that can help you start—or sharpen—your own law‑firm podcast.

Brief Outline

1. Why podcasting makes sense for lawyers in 2026

• How podcasting fits into modern law‑firm marketing and thought leadership.

• The role of podcasts in SEO, GEO, and building long‑term visibility in your practice area.

• Why authenticity, consistency, and a clear audience matter more than fancy production tricks.

2. Choosing your podcast’s audience and goals

• Deciding whether you’re speaking to potential clients, referral sources, or other lawyers.

• Aligning topics, interview guests, and episode formats with your business and reputational goals.

• Avoiding the “variety show” trap and staying focused on the problems your audience actually cares about.

3. Building a realistic podcast tech stack for busy attorneys

• Microphones and basic audio gear that deliver professional sound without breaking the bank.

• Recording tools such as Zoom, Riverside, and StreamYard to capture both audio and video.

• Hosting and workflow tools like Libsyn, Descript, Calendly, and Buffer that help you publish consistently and repurpose content efficiently.

4. Ethics, professionalism, and “the truth behind the mic”

• Key confidentiality and advertising issues to consider when discussing client work or legal topics.

• How to think about disclaimers, legal information vs. legal advice, and jurisdictional concerns.

• Why podcasting is not just marketing content but also a professional reflection of how you communicate and practice law.

5. Making podcasting sustainable (and enjoyable) over time

• Scheduling systems that keep you ahead on episodes without overwhelming your calendar.

• Guest strategies that expand your network and add value for your audience.

• How to measure success: client feedback, referrals, and qualitative signals—not just download counts.

Resources

• 🌐 Session description on ABA TECHSHOW
  https://www.techshow.com/sessions/podcasting-for-lawyers-the-truth-behind-the-mic/

• 💻 The Tech‑Savvy Lawyer.Page – blog and podcast
  https://www.TheTechSavvyLawyer.page

• 🎙️ Tools and services mentioned

  • Buffer – https://buffer.com

  • Calendly – https://calendly.com

  • Descript – https://www.descript.com

  • Libsyn – https://libsyn.com

  • Riverside – https://riverside.fm

  • StreamYard – https://streamyard.com

  • Zoom – https://zoom.us

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If you’re a lawyer or legal professional considering a podcast—or looking to refine the one you already have—I invite you to watch the full ABA TECHSHOW 2026 session and explore the resources above. Then connect with me at MichaelDJ@TheTechSavvyLawyer.Page to share what you’re building, ask questions about podcasting workflows and ethics, or suggest future topics you’d like to hear covered. 🎙️⚖️

📢 Special Shout-Out and Thank You to Ruby Powers for the invitation and Gyi and Stephanie for being great co-panelists!