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Episode 112:03Hosted by Chris Woodruff and Dr. Brian Woodruff

Episode 1 – Who We Are and What Is This Podcast

Episode 1: Who We Are and What is this Podcast
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About this episode

Welcome to The Expert Witness Playbook—the podcast where law meets medicine and real-world experience.

In this debut episode, host Chris Woodruff sits down with Dr. Brian Woodruff, MD, a practicing physician and seasoned medical expert witness, to introduce the series and share what listeners can expect. Together, they explore why expert witnesses are so crucial in modern litigation, what makes an expert credible, and how preparation and professionalism can significantly impact a case.

In this episode:

  • Meet the hosts and learn why this podcast was created
  • Understand what expert witnesses really do in legal cases
  • Explore the topics this series will cover—from qualifications and marketing to testimony and case strategy
  • Hear stories from real-world courtroom experience that show how an expert can shape the outcome of a case

Whether you’re a physician thinking about expert work, an attorney who relies on experts, or simply curious about the intersection of law and medicine, this first episode lays the groundwork for everything that follows.

Subscribe to stay updated as we dive deeper into the craft, challenges, and business of being an expert witness.

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We are always looking for thoughtful guests who can bring a useful perspective to the expert witness community. If you are an experienced expert witness, attorney or professional working closely with experts, and you have a practical topic to discuss, we would like to hear from you.

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The Expert Witness Playbook is a conversational podcast. Guest appearances are intended to share useful experience and perspectives rather than promote services or products. We do not ask guests to discuss active matters. See our editorial standards.