The Velvet Hammer™ Podcast

Trial lawyers can be real people, too—and this podcast proves it. The Velvet Hammer™ is back, and this time, Karen Koehler isn’t going it alone. Known for her fearless advocacy, bold storytelling, and, yes, even the occasional backwards dress moment, Karen is teaming up with Mo Hamoudi, a lawyer, poet, and storyteller whose empathy and resilience add a whole new dynamic to the show.

Together, they’re pulling back the curtain on trial law, diving into bold topics, heartfelt stories, and the messy, hilarious moments that make trial lawyers human. This is an unscripted, raw, and fun take on life inside—and outside—the courtroom.

Podcasting since 2019 • 185 episodes

The Velvet Hammer™ Podcast

Latest Episodes

Lawyer Burnout and How It Can Affect Clients

Episode 17: Lawyer Burnout and How It Can Affect ClientsThis is Part 3 of a three-part series on mental and physical health for trial lawyers.In this episode of The Velvet Hammer™ Podcast, Karen Koehler, Mo Hamoudi...

May 06, 2026 • Season 6 • Episode 17 • 28:13

Mental Health and Burnout in Trial Law

Episode 16: Mental Health and Burnout in Trial LawThis is Part 2 of a three-part series on mental and physical health for trial lawyers.Trial lawyers are trained to push through. Keep going. Don’t show weakness. So ...

April 29, 2026 • Season 6 • Episode 16 • 21:54

The Need to Take Care of Yourself in the Practice of Law

Season 6, Episode 15: The need to take care of yourself in the practice of lawThis is Part 1 of a three-part series on mental and physical health for trial lawyers.Karen, Mo, and Mike discuss the need for mental and physical h...

April 22, 2026 • Season 6 • Episode 15 • 33:48