Mock Trial Masterclass

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Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, and I want YOU to be a mock trial master. I've competed in and coached mock trial for a while, and I want to pass along everything I've learned to you. Whether you're an attorney or a witness, my channel is dedicated to helping you take your craft to the next level. It's game on!

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How to Protect Witnesses From Tough Questions on Cross-Examination in Mock Trial

May 30 2024 11 mins  
Virtually every witness in mock trial has something in their statement that could make them look really bad on cross-examination. That’s why, in this video, we’re going over the best strategy for protecting a witness and softening the blow of those tough questions. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock

Breaking Down a Great Impeachment | Mock Trial Film Sessions

May 22 2024 10 mins  
It's one thing to know what makes a good impeachment, but it's another to actually see it in practice. So, in this video, we're going to watch an example of a really good mock trial impeachment and break it down. That way, you'll know how to write and perform a good impeachment. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMC

How Does Mock Trial Work? The 5 Parts of Every Trial

May 15 2024 10 mins  
Lots of folks who are new to the mock trial world in high school, college, middle school, or even law school have one important question on their mind: "How does mock trial work?" So, in this video, we'll answer that question by going through the five major parts of every mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/M

How to Create and Coach Great Witness Characters with Simeon Lawrence

May 01 2024 63 mins  
It can be a challenge to get a handle on what exactly it takes to create likable, engaging witness characters in mock trial. So, in this episode of the Mock Trial Masterclass Podcast, All-American Witness and Notre Dame coach Simeon Lawrence joins the show to help us understand how to create and coach great characters for witnesses. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDUL

How to Decide Which Witnesses to Call in Mock Trial

Apr 24 2024 9 mins  
Deciding which witnesses to call for a mock trial competition can feel overwhelming. So, in this video, we’ll go over the three things you need to think about when picking your witnesses. That way, you’ll know exactly how to make the right choice every time! BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial

Can ChatGPT Write a Good Direct Examination for Mock Trial?

Apr 17 2024 8 mins  
The National High School Mock Trial Competition officially banned the use of ChatGPT for teams competing in 2024. But would ChatGPT even be able to offer much help to mock trial teams? We’re about to find out by seeing if ChatGPT can write a good direct examination for mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Wel

How to Prepare for Cross-Examination as a Witness in Mock Trial

Apr 10 2024 10 mins  
As a witness in mock trial, it’s super important to be prepared for cross-examination. So, in this video, we’ll go over exactly how to prepare for cross-examination as a witness. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controlling the Courtroom. My name is Luke Worsham, a

Can ChatGPT Write an Opening Statement for Mock Trial?

Apr 03 2024 12 mins  
The National High School Mock Trial Competition officially banned the use of ChatGPT for teams competing in 2024. But would ChatGPT even be able to offer much help to mock trial teams? We’re about to find out by seeing if ChatGPT can write a good opening statement for mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welc

5 Objections You Should NOT Make in Mock Trial

Mar 27 2024 14 mins  
Making quality objections is a huge part of succeeding in mock trial, but not all objections are a good idea. In this video, we’re going to go over five types of objections you should never make in a mock trial competition. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Masterclass: Your Guide to Controllin

How to Memorize Fast in Mock Trial -- My 3 Best Tips for Memorization

Mar 20 2024 8 mins  
There’s no way around it: To win in mock trial, you usually have a lot of memorizing to do. But memorization can be tricky–and it can take a while. So, in this video, I’m going to share my favorite tips for how to memorize content fast in mock trial. BUY MY BOOK HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMBook⁠ SCHEDULE COACHING WITH ME HERE: ⁠bit.ly/MTMCoach⁠ Welcome into Mock Trial Master