Balancing the Scales
Episode 1
Scammed, Slammed, and Sued: How to Protect Your Wallet and Your Rights
In this debut episode of Balancing the Scales, host Colleen Foley, Executive Director of the Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee, sits down with consumer protection attorney Heidi Miller to break down how to guard your wallet—and your sanity.
From cons and debt collectors to court tactics and student loan confusion, this episode gives you the tools to spot a scam, stand up for your rights, and stay one step ahead of financial predators.
Episode 2
Mind Over Matters: Navigating Mental Health with Care and Courage
Let’s be real—life is a lot right now. Between the headlines, the stress, and everything you’re carrying on your shoulders, your mental health matters more than ever.
In this episode of Balancing the Scales, host Colleen Foley sits down with Dr. John Schneider, Behavioral Health Services expert, to talk about what mental health really looks like in today’s world—and how to get help when things feel overwhelming.
Episode 3
Papers, Power & Protection: Knowing Your Rights in an Uncertain Immigration Landscape
In a time when immigration policies shift fast and fear runs high, knowing your rights is more than important—it’s critical.
In this episode, host Colleen Foley is joined by immigration attorney Kevin Layde to break down what immigrants in Milwaukee County need to know right now. From courthouse encounters with ICE to the importance of emergency planning and parental delegation documents, this conversation covers the legal tools families can use to stay informed and stay prepared.