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Slam the Gavel

Maryann
Family Court
Parental Alienation
Family Court System
Domestic Violence
Child Support
Parental Rights
Child Protective Services
Child Custody
Judicial Corruption
Child Abuse
Mental Health
Judicial Misconduct
Child Services
Custody Battles
Emotional Abuse
CPS
Divorce
Child Psychological Abuse
Family Law
Child Welfare

Slam the Gavel is a podcast to discuss Family Court Issues, Support Court, Support-contempt conferences and hearings and Child Services issues. Advice on how parents can cope with these issues along with Parental Alienation. Based off the book, Dismantling Family Court Corruption, Why Taking The Kids Was Not Enough. This book can be found on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kindle, Apple and Smashwords.dis... more

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Slam the Gavel host Maryann Petri, reads Michael Phillips's article written 7-4-2026, "What to the Parent is the Fourth of July?" Michael Phillips can be found on Substack with other amazing articles. Today on America's 250th birthday, the oldest lib... more

Slam The Gavel welcomes new guests Dr. Don Murphy and John James Mckeogh to the podcast. Dr. Don Murphy is the 3rd of 12, father of 4, grandfather of 3.  He has served Colorado as a geriatrician/hospice physician over 40 years.  He co-created and man... more

Slam The Gavel podcast welcomes back Marta Bryceland, who was last on the podcast Season 6, Episode 368. Marta came back to tell the story of her case and the court and the violations briefly of due process, discrimination and forensic expert testimo... more

Slam The Gavel welcomes back Amy Palacios to the podcast. Amy has been on the podcast Season 5, Episodes 308, and multiple episodes explaining the corruption of her case and giving updates. On this podcast, Amy states that they are looking to put her... more

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John James McKeogh
Dad, constitutional researcher, court observer and family court accountability advocate from Illinois
Illinois
Episode: Paths Forward: Solutions; With John J. McKeogh And Dr. Don Murphy
Dr. Don Murphy
Geriatrician, hospice physician with decades in Colorado healthcare
Colorado
Episode: Paths Forward: Solutions; With John J. McKeogh And Dr. Don Murphy
Amy Palacios
Guest describing ongoing Cabarrus County case and experiences with DSS/Child Welfare
Independent advocate (guest on episode)
Episode: CABARRUS COUNTY, NC: Investigation NEEDED; With Amy Palacios
Amanda Story
Advocate and former court watcher, appears on prior seasons
IAJ? (discussed)
Episode: The Importance of IAJ Data; With Amanda Story And Crystal Salazar
Crystal Salazar
Advocate and CPS case survivor, asylum journey
IAJ? (discussed)
Episode: The Importance of IAJ Data; With Amanda Story And Crystal Salazar
Carrie Haight
Guest on Season 5 episodes; advocate discussing CPS and family court issues
Episode: Ways To "BEAT IT"- CPS; With Carrie Haight
Shirley Johnson
Candidate for North Carolina State Senate, advocate with background in child advocacy and state government
Campaign for North Carolina State Senate, Shirley Johnson for Senate
Episode: NC Senate Candidate And Advocate For FAMILIES; With Shirley Johnson
Doug Devitre
Founder and President of CoTrackPro
CoTrackPro
Episode: CoTrackPro Helps Parents Navigate The Legal System; With Doug Devitre
Elizabeth Collins
Guest on From Florida discussing family court issues and public records concerns
Episode: Court Resources Used Via TAXPAYER; With Elizabeth Collins

Host

Maryann Petri
Host of Slam The Gavel

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Fraudulent guest

    There has been a woman on here with fraudulent stories trying to expose others. She is mentally unstable and spreads lies about families. She has warrants for her arrest and hides children from their parents and loving families

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    1 family advocate
    United States2 years ago
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    An informed account of the atrocities and crisis of global child abduction and CPS

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Listeners value the informed discussion of family court issues and accountability.
Some episodes are criticized for presenting controversial or questionable claims about guests.
The show is seen as a bold platform for reform and advocacy in child welfare and family law.

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#200
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#212
Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#90
Philippines/Government
Apple Podcasts
#240
Ireland/Government
Apple Podcasts
#243
Norway/Government

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The Travesty Of Justice; With Marta Bryceland
Q: What practical steps can other parents take to protect themselves and their children?
Keep detailed records, file your complaints properly, gather affidavits from witnesses, pursue appeals when possible, and build a community network to support each other.
The Travesty Of Justice; With Marta Bryceland
Q: What sparked your involvement and advocacy in these family court issues?
I started speaking out after experiencing firsthand how due process was ignored, and I organized with others to document patterns of misconduct and push for change.
CABARRUS COUNTY, NC: Investigation NEEDED; With Amy Palacios
Q: What evidence or steps are you encouraging listeners to pursue to push for accountability?
Audiences are urged to share stories, gather documents, and reach out to authorities (including the FBI) to document patterns of misconduct and illicit money flows tied to DSS, lawyers, and county officials.
CABARRUS COUNTY, NC: Investigation NEEDED; With Amy Palacios
Q: Can you summarize the core pattern you've observed in the court system that you believe is influencing outcomes?
The guest describes a recurring sequence of alleged coercion, manipulation of financial penalties, and weaponization of attorney fees to pressure parents, paired with perceived conflicts of interest and reappointment of powerful figures despite supposed removals.
The Importance of IAJ Data; With Amanda Story And Crystal Salazar
Q: How did you two meet?
Amanda Story and Crystal Salazar explain they have known each other for a couple years and began collaborating after shared experiences with family court and advocacy, leading to involvement with the IAJ.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Slam the Gavel

What is Slam the Gavel about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on family court, child services, and parental rights, often exploring how policy, transparency, and advocacy shape outcomes for families navigating custody disputes. Guests range from legal advocates and policy thinkers to individuals with lived experience in the system. Across episodes, themes include reform in child welfare, accountability for courts and guardians ad litem, data-driven approaches to legislation, and practical steps for families to access resources, protect due process, and pursue safer custody arrangements. A standout angle is bringing trauma-informed, body-centered perspectives and tech-enabled tools into discussions about reform, costs, and access to information. The program is notable for its activist... more

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Recent guests on Slam the Gavel include:

1. John James McKeogh
2. Dr. Don Murphy
3. Amy Palacios
4. Amanda Story
5. Crystal Salazar
6. Carrie Haight
7. Shirley Johnson
8. Doug Devitre

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