Cross-Examined with Mike Troiano

From SWAT Commander to Criminal Defendant

In this episode of Cross-Examined with Mike Troiano, Mike sits down with former Army Ranger, retired Las Vegas SWAT commander, private investigator, and law enforcement veteran Tom Melton for one of the most personal and emotional conversations the show has featured. Contact me if you need Criminal Defense in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

The Emotional Reality of IVF & Infertility

In this deeply personal episode of Cross-Examined with Mike Troiano, attorney, pro tem judge, and Las Vegas Municipal Court candidate Jessica Green opens up about her years-long battle with infertility, IVF treatments, miscarriage, emotional exhaustion, and ultimately becoming a mother after seven rounds of IVF. Learn more about Jessica here: https://www.green4judge.com/

What It REALLY Takes to Make the NFL

In this episode of Cross-Examined with Mike Troiano, Mike sits down with former NFL superstar Shawne Merriman — former Defensive Rookie of the Year, 3-time Pro Bowler, 2-time All-Pro, founder of Lights Out Extreme Fighting, and one of the most feared pass rushers of his era. Shawne opens up about growing up in Prince George’s County, Maryland, during the 1980s and 90s, experiencing homelessness, living in shelters, relying on food stamps, and how those experiences shaped the relentless mindset that eventually carried him to the NFL. Contact me if you need a criminal defense attorney in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

The Untold Reality of Military Dog Handlers

In this episode of Cross-Examined with Mike Troiano, Mike sits down with Air Force veteran Jake Burkett, whose life story spans military service, family survival during World War II, special operations training, military working dogs, and the mindset required to overcome adversity. Contact me if you need a Criminal Defense Attorney in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com

Inside the Public Defender System | Alex Hubert on Mental Health, Justice & Real Cases

In this episode of Cross-Examined with Mike Troiano, Mike sits down with Alex Hubert, a longtime public defender in Clark County and candidate for District Court judge, to discuss what the criminal justice system actually looks like from the inside. With nearly two decades of experience representing clients across a wide range of cases, Alex provides a detailed perspective on public perception, the realities of indigent defense, and how mental health and substance abuse intersect with criminal behavior. This conversation goes beyond surface-level legal discussion and explores the human side of the justice system, including the challenges attorneys face when representing clients struggling with untreated mental illness, addiction, and systemic gaps in care. Contact me if you need a criminal defense attorney in Nevada: www.troianovegaslaw.com