On this episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, special guest Dean Benjamin Barros of Stetson Law School joins Patrick for a deep dive into his proposed “Amendment on Amendments” — a thoughtful reform of Article V designed to make the U.S. Constitution slightly easier to propose and clarify the amendment process, striking a better balance between stability and democratic adaptability.

Patrick also reveals the Top 10 places people turn for legal advice from non-attorneys (friends & family, Google, social media, AI, Reddit, court clerks, police officers, financial pros, real estate agents, and TV/movies) — and why most of them can land you in trouble.

Plus:

• Follow-ups on last week’s spite fence doctrine and censorship discussions (including emoji regulation and Maddie’s take on “It’s a Small World” as the ultimate neighbor-annoying song)
• Listener calls on constitutional changes, term limits, and more
• Estate planning tips, including the popular “Mama & Papa Bear” packages for college-bound adult children
• Studio fun with Isaiah, Spike, and clips from Maddie the Surfer Girl

Whether you’re a constitutional law nerd or just want practical legal guidance, this episode delivers insight, humor, and real-world takeaways.

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On this episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, Attorney Patrick Smith tackles the timeless problem of bad neighbors under Florida law. Learn practical steps for handling noise complaints, property code violations, hoarding, and more — from documenting incidents and reporting to code enforcement or police, to HOA fines, landlord notices, and filing private nuisance lawsuits.

Intern Michaela delivers a standout segment on Florida’s spite fence doctrine and whether a 12-foot bronze middle finger sculpture counts as protected art or a private nuisance. The crew debates free speech, art, and community standards, with examples from a Michigan neighbor dispute and high-profile celebrity feuds (Bill Gross, Justin Theroux, Jim Belushi, William H. Macy, and more).

Plus:

• Follow-up on last week’s censorship show with YouTube’s wild “un-alive,” “grape,” and “corn” euphemisms.
• Caller discussion on coarsening society and FCC rules.
• The infamous Hatfields & McCoys feud as the ultimate bad neighbor story.
• Estate planning reminders, new intern Michaela, and studio laughs with Isaiah and Spike.

Whether your neighbor blasts music, builds a spite fence, or worse — this episode gives you real legal tools (and a few laughs) to protect your peace.

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Attorney Patrick Smith threads the needle on this episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, exploring the razor’s edge of First Amendment rights, FCC regulations, and broadcast censorship.

Break down the key distinctions between profanity, indecency, and obscenity (including the Miller Test), major Supreme Court cases like Red Lion Broadcasting, FCC v. Pacifica (George Carlin’s “Filthy Words”), and how the FCC protects children during “safe harbor” hours (6 AM–10 PM) while balancing public airwaves scarcity.

Patrick demonstrates how unnecessary bleeping and silencing of perfectly clean words (like in popular songs) ironically plants obscene thoughts in listeners’ minds — proving censorship can be ineffective or even counterproductive. Plus:

• Recent Supreme Court rulings on birthright citizenship, women’s sports, political spending, and more.
• Florida probate law update: Summary administration threshold doubled to $150,000.
• Homestead exemption discussion (what if Monticello was in Florida?).
• Heartfelt Bonnie Tyler tribute, MLB draft talk, and plenty of studio laughs with Isaiah and Spike.

A must-listen for anyone interested in free speech, media law, estate planning, or how the rules of radio have (and haven’t) changed with shifting community standards.

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On this special, Patrick celebrates the nation with patriotic greetings, shares his safe fireworks viewing from home, and thanks fill-in co-hosts. The show highlights the bravery of the Founding Fathers by detailing the British laws they broke to create the U.S.—most notably high treason (punishable by the gruesome hanged-drawn-and-quartered execution), plus smuggling, tax evasion, the Boston Tea Party property destruction, and even scrapping the Articles of Confederation to ratify the Constitution with only 9 of 13 states. Smith underscores their youth, risks, and “win at all costs” spirit, while touching on their estate planning. A caller discusses mineral rights and receives advice on trusts to avoid probate (with the $695 package promoted). The episode covers Founding Fathers’ wills, a lively rundown of presidential scandals (“fireworks”) from Clinton-Lewinsky to Watergate, Grant’s speeding ticket, and more, then ends with a trust package giveaway won by a caller guessing The Patriot, fireworks safety tips, and a heartfelt “God bless the USA.”

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On this episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, host Attorney Patrick Smith delivers a deep dive into Florida’s stalking laws (Florida Statute 784.048), including cyberstalking, harassment, credible threats, and penalties ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. Learn how victims can seek protective injunctions and the critical Supreme Court ruling in Counterman v. Colorado that added a subjective “recklessness” standard to protect First Amendment rights while still addressing true threats.

Patrick also explores voyeurism (peeping Tom laws) under Florida Statutes 810.14 and 810.145, video voyeurism, and the state’s strict all-party consent rules for audio recordings (934.03). High-profile cases include the stalking murders of Rebecca Schaeffer and John Lennon, plus incidents involving Madonna, Taylor Swift, and Sandra Bullock.

Plus:

• Legal Movie Review: “How to Make a Killing” starring Glenn Powell — a dark comedy about inheritance, murder, and family dysfunction (solid 8.5/10 rating).
• Studio fun with Isaiah, Spike on the Mic, and special guest Brown (Spike’s daughter and law student).
• Listener call on trust/tax issues and a heartwarming email from Patrick’s high school teacher.

Whether you’re concerned about online harassment, privacy violations, or just love sharp legal analysis with humor, this episode delivers actionable insights and real-world stories.

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Join Attorney Patrick Smith on this lively Father's Day weekend episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show! In a full-house studio with Isaiah the Magnificent, Spike on the Mic, and Maddie the Surfer Girl, Patrick breaks down one of the most overlooked — and dangerous — decisions in estate planning: doing nothing.

Discover Florida's intestacy laws (Florida Statute 732) and exactly how your assets get distributed if you die without a will or trust. Learn why this can lead to family fights, estranged relatives inheriting, half-blood siblings complications, and even your estate going to the state. Patrick shares real-world horror stories and famous cases including:

• Prince’s $150M+ estate battle (plus his new posthumous album)
• Howard Hughes’ 34-year chaos with 40 forged wills
• Pablo Picasso, Aretha Franklin, Bob Marley, and even Abraham Lincoln

Plus, a clear breakdown of arbitration vs. mediation in Florida, practical tips on wills vs. trusts ("a fancy will that skips court"), and why planning now prevents guardianship disasters and massive legal fees.

Maddie delivers Surf’s Up with the latest legal news: the IVF embryo mix-up custody case, a massive fake nursing diploma scheme, the Luigi Mangione case update, and a Ryan Reynolds-linked Tesla lawsuit. Listeners call in with questions on copyright scams, pour-over wills, and more.

Whether you're a parent, business owner, or just want peace of mind, this episode shows why “doing nothing” is rarely the cheap or easy option.

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From the heart of the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, Attorney Patrick Smith delivers another fast-paced hour of real law and real fun. Joined by local attorney Greg Hauer, this episode dives deep into Nebraska estate planning — comparing it to Florida’s complex world of probate, trusts, homestead protections, and why a simple transfer-on-death deed might be a “band-aid” while a full trust offers the real protection.

Plus, the latest on Florida’s potential homestead property tax changes and why reviewing your estate plan every three years (or sooner) is non-negotiable.

Whether you’re snowbirding between states or just love wild legal stories, this episode proves one thing: plan ahead, or your estate might fund daily rose deliveries for decades.

Call 800-771-1025 with your legal questions and tune in next week. Heart and soul on the airwaves — stay safe, God bless, and Go Gators!

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Attorney Patrick Smith kicks off with a heartfelt D-Day tribute (June 6, 1944) and the Andrews Sisters’ classic “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” honoring the Greatest Generation before diving into the wildest estate administrations you’ll ever hear.

From a millionaire leaving millions for 150 stray dogs, to a Portuguese aristocrat picking heirs from the phone book, a womanless library (yes, really), ashes buried in a Pringles can, and a philosopher who wanted to be stuffed and displayed at meetings — these eccentric wills prove truth is stranger than fiction. Patrick unpacks why some succeed and others get struck down, with plenty of “you can’t make this up” moments.

Plus: Lexi the Intern’s triumphant return and induction as the first-ever Attorney Patrick Smith Show Hall of Fame member, a fresh scam alert on fake “your family member is arrested” calls, Maddie the Surfer Girl crushing the after-show, progress on the Florida Homestead Law Review article, and a major legislative update — the proposed constitutional amendment to dramatically expand (or eliminate) homestead property taxes heads to voters in November.

Patrick fields reverse mortgage questions while reminding everyone: plan ahead, or your estate might fund a daily rose delivery for decades (Jack Benny style).

Real stories. Real law. Real chaos. Heart and soul on the airwaves — tune in, call 800-771-1025, and stay safe. God bless, and Go Gators!

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