College of Commercial Arbitrators Launches ‘CCA Arbitration Talk’ Podcast with Three Inaugural Episodes
Austin, TX – The College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA) is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated podcast, CCA Arbitration Talk. This new series aims to demystify the world of commercial arbitration and explore its advantages, challenges, and profound impact on today’s legal landscape.
The CCA Arbitration Talk podcast series is geared to a wide audience of listeners, including individuals and businesses currently using or contemplating the use of commercial arbitration to resolve disputes, legal professionals with responsibilities for assisting their clients in selecting a dispute resolution mechanism and for representing parties participating in arbitration, and those interested in learning more about arbitration as a potentially more efficient and less costly alternative to court litigation.
“The CCA Arbitration Talk podcast is an exciting new platform to educate and engage the arbitration community and beyond,” said Dana Welch, President of the CCA. “Through expert discussions and real-world case analyses, we aim to provide thought leadership and shed light on critical issues shaping arbitration today.”
CCA Arbitration Talk is available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Audible and anywhere podcasts are offered.
“Our goal in launching CCA Arbitration Talk is to bring commercial arbitration to life through engaging storytelling and expert analysis,” said CCA Past President Rich Silberberg, the host of CCA Arbitration Talk. “Listeners will gain insights from seasoned professionals with firsthand experience navigating the complexities of commercial arbitration.”
CCA Arbitration Talk kicks off with three compelling episodes:
Episode 1: Demystifying the Court of Arbitration for Sport
What happens when a high-stakes dispute arises during international athletic events? Enter the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS)—the ultimate decision-maker in global athletics. In this inaugural episode of Arbitration Talk, host Rich Silberberg sits down with internationally renowned arbitrator and CAS panelist Jim Carter, along with Olympic gold medalist and CAS arbitrator Kristen Thorsness to trace CAS’s role from its origins in the 1980s to the pivotal role that it plays today in the real-time resolution of disputes in the international sports arena. This episode pulls back the curtain on the “Supreme Court of World Sports.”
Episode 2: CAS, Doping Scandals & Shocking Cases!
Are you familiar with the use of tainted burrito and kissing defenses to potentially disqualifying doping charges? Or the shattering of an Olympic athlete’s dreams by a paperwork error? In this episode, CAS arbitrators Jim Carter and Kristen Thorsness take a deep dive into real cases they have heard, decided, and followed over the years—some that made headlines, and others that were heart breaking but remained in the shadows. Whether arising on site at the Olympic Games or during the off-season, we uncover the high-stakes world of dispute resolution in the international sports arena, where careers, reputations, and gold medals are on the line.
Episode 3: The Paris Olympics Controversy: A Battle for Bronze & the Role of CAS
What happens when an award of an Olympic medal decision is overturned? In this gripping episode, CAS arbitrators Jim Carter and Kristen Thorsness join host Rich Silberberg to unpack the most highly disputed medal award of the Paris 2024 Olympics.
A protest over scoring in the women’s gymnastics floor exercise event final led to a shocking series of reversals, leaving three athletes in limbo and setting the stage for a controversial ruling by the CAS followed by a now-pending appeal to the Swiss Supreme Court. Tune in as we break down the legal drama, the role of CAS, and what might happen next in the resolution of this high-stakes dispute.
About the College of Commercial Arbitrators
Founded in 2001, the CCA is an exclusive, invitation-only organization that promotes excellence in commercial arbitration, both in the U.S. and internationally. CCA Fellows possess the professional training, experience, and judgment to handle the most complex and challenging arbitration assignments. By fostering collaboration, innovation, and thought leadership, CCA makes significant contributions to the field of commercial dispute resolution. For more information or to find an arbitrator, visit www.ccarbitrators.org. To keep up with all CCA-lead activities, follow CCA on LinkedIn.
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