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On this episode of Cross-Examined with Mike, host and Las Vegas criminal defense attorney Mike Troiano sits down with Samantha Martin, a Las Vegas native and experienced personal injury trial attorney, for an honest, funny, and revealing conversation about life inside and outside the courtroom. Samantha shares her journey from growing up in Las Vegas and performing in high school theater to attending Arizona State University, studying law in Chicago, and building a career as a trial lawyer. Contact me if you need legal help in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

What happens when a lifelong rock musician, entrepreneur, and whiskey creator buys one of Nevada's most legendary historic saloons? On this episode of Cross-Examined, Mike Troiano sits down with Stephen Staats, better known as Old Man Liver, the owner of the historic Pioneer Saloon in Goodsprings, Nevada, the real-world inspiration for the Prospector Saloon in Fallout: New Vegas. From his early days chasing a music career in Los Angeles to owning a 113-year-old saloon in the Mojave Desert, Stephen has built a life around music, business, and taking risks. Stephen shares how he went from playing legendary Sunset Strip venues with his band Earlydawn to launching the Old Man Liver brand, developing his own whiskey, and eventually acquiring a property that has become a destination for tourists, paranormal enthusiasts, music lovers, and Fallout fans from around the world. Contact me if you need legal help in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur was murdered in Las Vegas, Duane “Keefe D” Davis was brought to trial. But what finally convinced prosecutors they had a case? On this episode of Cross-Examined, Mike Troiano sits down with Clark County Chief Deputy District Attorneys Marc DiGiacomo and Binu Palal, the prosecutors behind the case against Keefe D, to hear the prosecution's side of one of the most closely followed murder trials in recent history. Following our conversation with Keefe D's defense attorney, Michael Sanft, we turn to the other side of the courtroom. DiGiacomo and Palal explain why the case remained uncharged for years, the legal complications surrounding Davis's earlier statements, the evidence they relied on, the witnesses they struggled to bring into court, and what ultimately led them to pursue the prosecution. They also address questions surrounding Detective Cliff Mogg, the prosecution's trial strategy, conspiracy theories about Tupac's murder, and the challenges of presenting a decades-old homicide case to a jury. From the 2009 statement to the 2023 indictment and the trial itself, this is an inside look at the decisions, obstacles, and legal arguments behind the prosecution of Duane Davis. In this episode: • Why prosecutors didn't charge Keefe D years earlier • The statements and evidence that changed the case • The difficulties of getting witnesses to testify • Why certain investigators weren't called to the stand • The theories surrounding Tupac's murder • How the prosecution approached the trial • The legal issues that could shape the appeal Watch our previous episode with defense attorney Michael Sanft for another perspective on the case. Contact me if you need legal help in Nevada: troianovegaslaw.com

Criminal defense attorney Michael Sanft joins Mike for an inside look at his defense of Duane “Keefe D” Davis in the Nevada case stemming from the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur. Sanft breaks down the decades-long investigation, Keefe D’s 2008 proffer, the statements and book that became central to the case, disputed evidence, the prosecution’s case, jury dynamics, the guilty verdict, and the issues the defense plans to raise on appeal. They also discuss Sanft’s career as a trial attorney, how criminal defense shaped his approach in the courtroom, and what he believes the public may have missed while watching one of the most closely followed murder cases in recent history. Contact me if you need a criminal defense attorney in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

Mike sits down with fellow Las Vegas criminal defense attorney Amanda Pellizzari to talk about the realities of practicing criminal law, starting her own firm, difficult cases, jail visits, mental health in the courts, and the experiences that shaped her career. Amanda also shares why she decided to run for Las Vegas Municipal Court judge and how she believes her years in criminal defense have shaped her perspective on the justice system. Learn more about Amanda: https://www.electamandajudge.com/ Contact me if you need legal help in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

UNLV Rebel Hockey Associate Head Coach Nick Robone joins Mike to discuss growing up playing hockey in Las Vegas, building UNLV's program, developing a championship culture, upsetting Denver, and ultimately winning a national championship. They also discuss youth hockey, recruiting, the growth of hockey in Las Vegas, and what's next for the Rebels. Contact me for legal help in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

This week, Mike sits down with Jesse Merrick, host of the Silver & Black Sports Network, as he breaks down the Las Vegas Raiders' offseason and how the season may shape up for them this year. Contact me if you need a lawyer in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

This week, Michael sits down with Pro MMA fighter Brandon Jenkins. They discuss the journey Brandon took to get to where he is now, and even being a witness in a murder trial!Contact me if you need legal help in Nevada: www.troinaovegaslaw.com

Michael Sartain joins Mike to break down modern dating, attraction, social media, entrepreneurship, and building wealth. Contact me if you need legal help in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

On this episode of Cross-Examined, Mike sits down with Las Vegas prosecutor Allycia Murphy to discuss her journey from North Carolina to the courtroom, her experiences as a trial attorney, and her run for Municipal Court judge. They talk about prosecution, criminal defense, self-representation, judicial impartiality, and what she's learned throughout her legal career.

In this episode of Cross-Examined, Mike sits down with longtime friend Jon-Karl Froemming to talk about surviving the Route 91 shooting, the PTSD that followed, and how that experience ultimately pushed him toward a career in mental health. Jon-Karl also discusses his work in forensic mental health, Nevada’s correctional system, substance abuse, competency, and the complicated intersection between mental illness and criminal justice. It’s a personal conversation about trauma, recovery, and finding purpose after a life-changing event. Contact me if you need a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

What happens when you spend 16 years investigating some of the most haunted places in the world? On this episode of Cross-Examined, Mike Troiano sits down with Jay Wasley—filmmaker, audio engineer, producer, and longtime investigator on Ghost Adventures—to talk about the unusual career that eventually put him face-to-face with experiences he still can't explain. Contact me if you need a criminal defense attorney in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

What does it take to build a career in the music industry without ever becoming the featured artist? In this episode of Cross-Examined, Mike Troiano sits down with Big Body Cisco—podcast host, DJ, MC, concert curator, and one of the driving forces behind the growth of Island Reggae and Polynesian entertainment in Las Vegas. Contact me if you need legal help in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

In this episode of Cross-Examined, Mike Troiano sits down with Henderson Municipal Court Judge Alicia Albritton to discuss her journey from Chicago to Nevada, why she walked away from a career in medicine to attend law school, what convinced her to become a prosecutor instead of a public defender, and what it's really like making decisions from the bench. Contact me if you need Criminal Defense in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

In this episode of Cross-Examined with Mike Troiano, Catherine Wiersch shares an incredibly personal story about growing up in Las Vegas, living with the effects of gambling addiction in her family, leaving home as a teenager, couch surfing, sleeping in her car, and working multiple jobs just to survive. But her story doesn't end there. With the help of mentors, friends, and relentless determination, Catherine found a path through college and law school before dedicating her career to criminal defense and public service. Along the way, she explains how those life experiences shaped the way she approaches clients, empathy, accountability, and justice. Contact me if you need a Criminal Defense Attorney in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com