A podcast on love, law, and life's tough choices
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Join Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major as they navigate the intricate world of relationships in Judgement Call. With real courtroom insights and expert psychological advice, each episode tackles your burning relationship dilemmas and provides the verdict you need.
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Aug. 13, 2026
HIS VOICEMAIL MADE THE JUDGE, THE DOCTOR—AND OUR PRODUCERS FURIOUS
If you’ve ever watched a dating disaster unfold and wondered who was actually right, this is the show for you. Is she a workplace stalker—or is it just an innocent office crush?
Then, a man leaves a dating voicemail so entitled that the producers — and even Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major—can’t hide their anger. You have to hear what he says for yourself.
From workplace crushes and dating red flags to shocking ultimatums and relationship boundaries, Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major ex
Then, a man leaves a dating voicemail so entitled that the producers — and even Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major—can’t hide their anger. You have to hear what he says for yourself.
From workplace crushes and dating red flags to shocking ultimatums and relationship boundaries, Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major ex
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Aug. 6, 2026
TRAD WIFE OR TRAPPED WIFE? SPLITTING THE BILLS IN 2026
Who pays on the first date? Should couples really split everything 50-50? And does a $50 gift bag say anything about a relationship?
In this episode of Judgment Call, Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major dive into the internet's hottest dating debates. From money and emotional labor to modern dating standards and relationship expectations, they separate viral opinions from real relationship advice and ask one question that matters most: what actually feels fair?
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In this episode of Judgment Call, Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major dive into the internet's hottest dating debates. From money and emotional labor to modern dating standards and relationship expectations, they separate viral opinions from real relationship advice and ask one question that matters most: what actually feels fair?
Listen now, subscribe, leave
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July 30, 2026
HIS AFFAIR, HIS BABY, HER PROBLEM?!
Who comes first after you get married? Your spouse, your parents, or whoever expects you to pick a side?
In this episode of Judgment Call, Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major tackle the family conflicts that split people down the middle. From Mother's Day drama and no contact boundaries to wedding day tension, sibling conflict, and an affair that changes everything, they explore why healthy relationships require difficult conversations and even stronger boundaries.
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In this episode of Judgment Call, Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major tackle the family conflicts that split people down the middle. From Mother's Day drama and no contact boundaries to wedding day tension, sibling conflict, and an affair that changes everything, they explore why healthy relationships require difficult conversations and even stronger boundaries.
Listen now, subscribe, le
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July 23, 2026
BAD BOSS OR BAD EMPLOYEE? THESE VIRAL CLIPS NEED A VERDICT
Would you lose a job over your pride? Hit send on an angry email? Or stay calm when someone crosses the line?
In this episode of Judgment Call, Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major break down the real stories behind workplace drama, viral career mistakes, and difficult conversations. From job interviews and office etiquette to school advocacy and emotional control, they reveal why the way you respond often matters more than what happened.
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In this episode of Judgment Call, Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major break down the real stories behind workplace drama, viral career mistakes, and difficult conversations. From job interviews and office etiquette to school advocacy and emotional control, they reveal why the way you respond often matters more than what happened.
Listen now, subscribe, leave a review, and tell us wh
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July 16, 2026
THEY'RE BACK! JUDGE LYNN TOLER AND DR. ISH MAJOR WITH THE FIRST VERDICT
A $10,000 per person Disney cruise wedding. A partner who says, "Just tell me what to do." A relationship that was never as official as one person thought.
Welcome to the pilot episode of Judgment Call with Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major. They tackle the relationship debates flooding the internet and reveal what's really driving the conflict. From wedding expectations and the mental load to dating confusion and everyday communication mistakes, you'll walk away with practical insights you
Welcome to the pilot episode of Judgment Call with Judge Lynn Toler and Dr. Ish Major. They tackle the relationship debates flooding the internet and reveal what's really driving the conflict. From wedding expectations and the mental load to dating confusion and everyday communication mistakes, you'll walk away with practical insights you
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Aug. 13, 2026
Boundaries Are Not Rules, They Are Respect in Action
The Work Crush Fantasy and Why Your Inner Story Matters What is actually happening when you replay a work crush storyline in your head? You are writing a relationship that does not exist yet, and the more detailed it gets, the more real it feels c…
Aug. 7, 2026
Money, Power, and Why "Fair" Is More Complicated Than 50-50
Why Splitting Bills Is Never Just Math What does a 50-50 split actually communicate in a relationship? On paper it looks clean and equal. In real life it depends entirely on context. When one partner earns significantly more than the other, a stri…
July 31, 2026
In-Laws, No Contact, and Why Boundaries Are the Price of Peace
The Mother's Day Call That Was Never About Brunch Why do holiday plans turn into a full-blown family power struggle? Because the brunch is never actually about brunch. When a mom calls her son and the daughter-in-law picks up and starts scheduling…
About the Hosts
Judge Lynn Toler
Judge Lynn Toler brings real courtroom experience to every episode. She is a nationally recognized lawyer, author, and television personality, best known for her fourteen years on Divorce Court, where she served as the longest-reigning arbitrator in the show's history. She earned her bachelor's degree from Harvard University and her Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Before television, she spent over eight years on the bench as a municipal judge in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, ruling on real cases and real people trying to work through real problems.
Dr. Ish Major
Dr. Ish Major has spent the last fifteen years helping men and women navigate dating, relationships, and everything in between. He is a board-certified psychiatrist, educated at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, and has been named to America's Top Psychiatrists for three years running. On screen, he co-hosts WeTV's Marriage & Family Boot Camp Reality Stars and appears regularly on The Doctors, Access Hollywood Live, and The Today Show. His work has been featured in People, Cosmo, Women's Health, and USA Today.