Episodes

Court reporting isn’t just about the record—it’s about the business you’re running (or the one that’s running you). In this episode, Brynn Seymour cuts through the industry noise to address the "hidden" side of the profession...

The court reporting profession is confronted by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and an alarming rise in reporter burnout. As the mechanisms for capturing and delivering the official record evolve, court reporter...

Scoping in the Age of AI (Part 2): Workflow Mastery, Coaching, and Avoiding AI "Scopist” Scams. In this episode, we continue the conversation as a Part 2 of Episode 77. Brynn discusses with Rachel Harris about hands-on coachi...

What happens when the court reporter’s voice is ignored? In this episode, we take an honest, grounded look at one of the most exhausting parts of our profession: protecting the record when multiple people are talking over eac...

This wasn’t the episode I planned. I had a script ready, but I threw it out for something more honest. This is a "sprawled on the floor" conversation about the deep insecurities of working in a system—specifically New York's—...

In this episode, Brynn Seymour and Rachel Harris delve into the evolving landscape of technology in the court reporting industry, addressing the common question: Will court reporters or scopists be replaced by AI? How can sco...

In this episode, I’m joined by Judge Janet Malone for a real conversation about judicial life — the good, the challenging, and everything in between. We talk about what it’s like to juggle the work itself while also running a...

Brynn Reynolds Seymour and Rachel Harris follow the fault lines: a near-split vote, frustrated translation rates, and tools that promise more than they deliver. What happens when mask tech, software shifts, and courtroom cult...

The salient point of this podcast episode revolves around the complexities and frustrations associated with the notary requirements for court reporters, particularly in the context of the differing regulations across jurisdic...

Happy New Year! WELCOME 2026!

Today we're wrapping up the mini episode series with Tips #8–10 on how attorneys can work best with their court reporters. This is important because they don't seem to teach it much in law school, so hearing directly from a c...

When the record is on the line, every micro-decision matters. If you wait until the end to request a rough or let crosstalk slide “just this once,” you invite stress, corrections, and a messy review. In this episode, you’ll l...

When the record is on the line, even small decisions can make or break accuracy. What you say, when you speak up, and how you confirm the record all affect the clarity of the transcript and the pace of the proceeding. This ep...

When the record is on the line, every micro-decision matters. What to say, when to speak up, how to follow up, how to respond—these split-second choices can easily lead to overwhelm and burnout if we don’t prepare in advance....

What if you could stop reacting to chaos and start running your business like a CEO? In this episode, I share the exact 5-step framework — Groundwork, Assess, Visualize, Execute, Leverage & Lead — that will transform how you ...

In this episode, I reveal the VTM system every high-level reporter needs to reclaim their time, double their income, and finally run their business like a CEO. The most frequently asked questions I get are: 1) what exactly is...

In this episode, the tables are turned again as Brynn is the one being interviewed by a journalist from Cali Weekly for an article that just came out, entitled "Job Hunting in 2025," featuring Brynn and her court reporting ex...

Ever had that nightmare where you show up to a job… and realize you forgot your machine ? Or your laptop? Or both? For some reporters, it’s not a nightmare — it’s real life. In this episode, you’ll hear jaw-dropping “horror s...

In this episode, Brynn is joined by court reporter and tech-savvy expert Matt Moss to explore one of the hottest topics in the legal world today— AI in court reporting . With widespread concern about artificial intelligence r...

Today I talked to an 18-year HR professional turned court reporter! She attempted to go the steno route, but ultimately learned about voice reporting and successfully completed school and she is happily enjoying her new caree...

Episode Summary: In this episode, the tables are turned as Brynn is interviewed by Mel Elberg for the popular blog: Stenonymous. Brynn shares the story behind launching the Court Reporter Podcast and the deeper mission that d...

In this episode of the Court Reporter Podcast, host Brynn Reynolds Seymour introduces Delaney Julianna, a sophomore at Sarah Lawrence College and the new intern for the podcast. Delaney shares her journey from California to N...

We play a crucial role in the justice system, but managing our workloads can often feel overwhelming. Brynn Seymour and Rachel Artis are designing a Virtual Transcript Management (VTM) program, designed to provide VAs specifi...

Meet Vanessa John, a dedicated court reporting student navigating the challenges of mastering 160 words per minute. This episode, set against the backdrop of the bustling NCRA convention, explores the intersection of sustaina...