Episodes
Jan. 21, 2026
#76 - Insights from the Bench: A Conversation with Judge Janet Malone
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...
Jan. 14, 2026
# 75 - Voice Writing vs. Steno with Rachel: Translation Friction, AI & Standards
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...
Jan. 8, 2026
#74 - Navigating the Confusion of Notary Requirements for Court Reporters
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...
Dec. 31, 2025
#73 - Paving the Way to Professional Transformation - Welcome 2026
Happy New Year! WELCOME 2026!
Dec. 16, 2025
#72 - How to Get on a Court Reporter’s Good Side — Part 3/3
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...
Sept. 18, 2025
#71 - Attorneys: How to Work with your Court Reporter - Part 2
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...
Sept. 16, 2025
#70 - For Attorneys: How to Work with a Court Reporter - Part 1
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...
Sept. 10, 2025
#69 - Guardians of the Record: Court Reporting Etiquette with Vicki Poole
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....
Aug. 30, 2025
#68 - From Chaos to CEO: The 5-Step Blueprint Court Reporters Need
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 ...
Aug. 29, 2025
#67 - The VTM System Every High-Level Court Reporter Needs
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...
Aug. 29, 2025
#66 - Job Hunting in 2025: Most Lucrative Career without a Bachelor's
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...
Aug. 12, 2025
Horror Stories from the Steno Seat (with a 6-Figure Surprise)
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...
July 8, 2025
#64 - AI & the Future of Court Reporting: Separating Hype from Reality with Matt Moss
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...
May 7, 2025
#63 - Voice Reporting & Building Confidence with Ryan Caraway
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...
March 31, 2025
#62 - The Heart Behind the Podcast: Brynn's Story Covered by Stenonymous
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...
March 24, 2025
#61 - Introducing Delaney to the Court Reporter Podcast Team!
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...
Oct. 22, 2024
#60 - VTM Beta Testing Program Launch
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...
Oct. 18, 2024
59. Court Reporting and Sustainability with Vanessa Johns
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...
Oct. 9, 2024
#58 - Behind the Blog: Chris Day's Stenonymous Journey
In this episode, Chris Day, writer, blogger, and official court reporter, shares his journey and motivation behind starting what has become the biggest blog in the court reporting industry. Chris highlights the importance of ...
Sept. 27, 2024
#57 - Building Belief with Heather Hansen: Court Reporting & Self-Advocacy
Have you ever struggled to advocate for yourself and for the record? This episode covers it all, whether it's negotiating your rates, enforcing the rules of speaking slowly, clearly, and one at a time, or even asserting your ...
Aug. 28, 2024
#56 - NCRA Convention Highlights with Greta Pederson, President of the Wisconsin Court Reporters' Association
Greta Peterson, the president of the Wisconsin Court Reporters Association, shares her insights from the NCRA convention and her thoughts on the future of court reporting. She discusses the value of networking, the diverse op...
Aug. 20, 2024
#55 - Stressed with Deadlines and Pages? You May Need a VTM
In this episode, I read over a post I shared on Facebook where I went from a slow summer to being fully booked with work, even having to turn down jobs! "Last week alone, I handled multiple expedites and rough drafts without ...
Aug. 13, 2024
#54 - The Financial Dashboard You Didn’t Know You Needed
Imagine having a financial dashboard for your business, kind of like the one in your car that warns you when you're low on gas. Sounds pretty helpful, right? Well, turns out, accountants alone weren’t quite cutting it for me....
Aug. 6, 2024
How to Build Your Court Reporting Dream Team - You Only Need 3 Roles
I recently came across a Facebook live presentation I gave two years ago called "How to Build Your Dream Team" and discussed the importance of delegation in freeing up our time to spend it how we actually want to be spending ...