Hot Bench
Hot Bench

Hot Bench, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin, is the only three-judge panel in broadcast syndication. Judges Dan Mentzer, Rachel Juarez, and Yodit Tewolde bring decades of legal experience to real small claims cases from across the country. Beyond delivering legal rulings, they offer insight, guidance, and new perspectives to litigants and viewers alike. The show aims to both educate and entertain by resolving real-life legal disputes. New episodes of Hot Bench are available every weekday.

Twin sisters battle over a car loan after the vehicle is stolen and an insurance company payout disappears. One claims she financed the car and was left paying debt, while the other claims past loans cancel out what's owed. Will the judges side with family loyalty or financial responsibility? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A parking lot spat turns into a demolition derby! One driver claims she got slammed twice and slurred at, while the other driver claims fists flew and the feud went viral. Buckle up — this curbside clash is pure courtroom chaos! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A landlord claims her former tenant flooded the kitchen, skipped rent and left with unpaid debts. The tenant argues the real problem is the landlord's dog, which was aggressive and made the home unsafe. With money owed and emotions flaring, the judges weigh in on who crossed the line. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A car loaned by a late father sparks a bitter dispute between half-siblings. The plaintiff says his half-sister left the car in a shop and stuck him with the bill; she claims he's the one who let the insurance lapse and took the car without permission. When family steers off course, Hot Bench takes the wheel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sometimes a rescued Romeo turns out to be a food loving Casanova! She claims she bailed out her boyfriend and got cheated on instead of thanked. He claims she's obsessed and just generous with snacks! When love goes stale, the judges dig into this breakup buffet. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A boiler breakdown sparks a brawl outside an apartment building! The superintendent claims he was blindsided and lost his job, while the tenant claims he fought back against years of disrespect. Watch as the courtroom becomes the pressure valve for a feud that's ready to explode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After losing her son in a crash, a mother claims her former friend still owed him for a job he did. The defendant claims there was no contract and that she already paid what was fair. When heartbreak meets hard feelings, it's up to the judges to resolve this bitter dispute. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Love, loss and a bulldog spark a bitter courtroom battle. She claims he left her alone and stiffed her on vets bills; he claims the dog was theirs and loans went unpaid. Who's telling the truth when heartbreak meets hard cash? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When neighbors clash, this rental turns into a soap opera - complete with late-night drama and eviction rumors. The tenant cries foul over chaos and damaged security cameras, while the landlord claims he's just stirring the pot with other tenants. Will the judges call "cut" on this property plot twist? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When a dog kills a cat, a promise to pay turns into a war of words. The cat's owner seeks vet costs, while the dog's owner points to alleged negligence and mounting fines. Who's truly responsible when grief meets gossip? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Teens take the wheel, crash a car and now blame is spinning out. One side claims the vehicle was taken without permission during the sleepover; the other says bad supervision steered the night off course. Teen drivers and broken deals collide in this wrecked car case! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A pig goes rogue, a lawn gets wrecked and neighborly vibes go sour! A couple claims repairs were promised - their neighbor claims he only agreed to be nice. When pork meets property damage the judges must sniff out the truth! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A concert-loving friendship hits a sour note over ticket money and toxic vibes. One claims she paid but got ditched - the other claims she sold the tickets like she was told and deserves a refund for the stress. Watch as backstage beef takes center stage. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A driver claims a company's SUV rear-ended her in traffic and the owner promised to pay - until he ghosted her over the repair quote! The business owner claims the damage was minor and refused her mechanic's help. When fender benders meet accusations of fraud, it's a crash course in courtroom drama! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A hairstylist says her client refused to pay after demanding unrealistic results and resisting professional advice. The client claims she only wanted twists but was pressured into damaging treatments by a stylist who kept calling for help. When bleach meets backlash, it's a salon showdown over stress, style and unpaid bills! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A woman says her car repair turned into a tug-of-war after a mechanic handed it off to someone else - and now it's stuck in limbo! She wants the full value, while the new fixer claims she bailed mid-deal and left him with storage fees and drama. When dents, deals and delays collide, this auto dispute shifts into high gear! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
An estate cleaner says a moldy mess turned into a money fight after his client refused to pay up. She claims he dragged out the job, swiped valuables and trashed her reputation. When mildew meets mayhem, it's a cleanup clash with a dirty twist! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former besties clash over a breakup, a brawl and some missing bling! One claims a soured friendship turned into a fight and a jewelry heist - the other cries harassment and self-defense. When fists fly and diamonds disappear, it's a glitter-fueled grudge match! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A landlord says his tenants were always late on rent - and now they're blaming mice and mess for the mayhem. The couple claims they paid until hard times were hit and belongings were lost to rodent rampage. When rent meets rodents, the judges dig through the debris to find justice! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A woman alleges her ex-friend stole her dog pebbles while she was in the hospital - and now she wants her furry hostage back! The accused claims it's all a scheme to dodge a debt. When loyalty goes off the leash, the judges chase down the truth! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A kitchen quarrel heats up between a chef and his former boss! The chef claims he was hired to cook but got a postadted check with a side of emoty promises. The owner claims the chef exaggerated his skills and was paid in full. When paychecks bounce and tempers boil only the judges can serve an order of justice. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
An ex-couple battles over broken trust and busted tech! She says she loaned him money and a phone to help him pay her back - but he allegedly cheated and smashed it. He claims the phone was just a way to spy, not support - and now the drama's dialing straight into court! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A neighborhood feud bubbles over a botched anniversary bash! One party planner claims she was hired to organize the event and bake the cake - but her friends stiffed her on half the bill! The couple insists she showed up late and dropped the cake, ruining their special day. When sweet plans turn sour it's a recipe fit for Hot Bench! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A business deal hits the rocky seas over a cruise event gone wrong! One claims she was scammed by a so-called videographer who delivered some photos but no footage while the other insists she was hired to promote the trip - not film it! When contracts sink and accusations sail, this courtroom cruise turns into a tidal wave of trouble! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A widow claims she and her late husband bought a tiny house - but now she's locked out and accused of trespassing! The seller insists it was just a shed, not a home, and says the upgrades were unauthorized. With rent disputes, ownership drama and emotional fallout, this case is anything but small. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A woman claims her carpet installer, who she's never met, swapped her chosen sample for a cheaper version and then disappeared when she asked for a refund! He blames her contractor for skipping the walk-through and says the deal was clear. With carpet choices clashing and contractors allegedly cutting corners, a whole new layer of drama is revealed. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A woman claims she loaned her late mother's car to her best friend - who hit a deer, claimed the car was stolen, and then flaunted a new ride! The friend says her ex- "sister friend" is just a jealous of her online hustle and the car a guy gifted her. When friendship takes a wild turn, this case veers off course in spectacular fashion! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A father claims his ex ruined a big family trip to the Philippines by making him miss his flight with her daughters. She argues he overreacted and was more interested in meeting a future bride than making memories. When travel plans crash into post-breakup baggage the fallout isn't pretty. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A salon owner claims her landlord offered to install a sink in exchange for braiding his daughter's hair - but instead of a sink, she got an eviction! The landlord claims she was always late on rent, charged bogus prices and got the boot fair and square! Listen as the judges comb through the truth! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two sisters battle over a family home. Both claim they deserve the entirety of a shared escrow check, but only one of them cashed it! Toss in an unpaid electric bill, and this sibling showdown sparks up fast! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When family and finances combine, even a minivan can cause a meltdown! A brother hands over a $500 deposit for his sister's minivan - but when it came time to seal the deal, she slams it in park. Listen as the judges take on this family dispute as it shifts into high gear over a car that never left the driveway! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
An RV loan drives two former friends into a legal ditch! One says she got a signed contract and a car as collateral - but now her ex-bestie won't hand over the keys. The other blames illness and claims her friend went from lending a hand to revving up for a repo rampage. Hop in and take a wild ride to justice. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two sisters clash over a car loan gone wrong - one says she made every payment and was unfailry cut off from her own vehicle. The other sister claims she was the true owner and accuses her sibling of reckless behavior. Listen as allegations fly, and family ties unravel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A daughter says she's been raising her siblings while her mother allegedly stole from her and broke promises of repayment. The mother denies the theft and accuses her daughter of false claims. Allegations of greed, betrayal and broken family bonds take center stage in this emotional family feud. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A mom hires a designer to make the perfect prom dress - but the dress became a no show! The designer says she offered a refund but instead got dragged onlne. Listen as the judges stitch the facts together in this fashion fiasco. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
He thought she was just being supportive, but she wants her money back! A mom says she helped her son with legal fees, but he claims she was finally helping out. Now motherly motives and son-sized skepticism square off in court. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
She wanted a lush lawn, he said “no problem” – despite not being in landscaping anymore. Dead grass, broken promises and a sprinkler blame game turns this backyard makeover into a courtroom turf war. When refunds start flying, the judges dig in to see who’s really full of mulch! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After nearly a year living with his mother’s best friend, a man says he was suddenly locked out and left without his belongings. She argues he disrupted her household and owes her for clothing and support. When a generous offer turns into a bitter dispute, the judges must decide who’s left holding the bag. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
An aunt says she loaned her niece money for a car – but the niece claims it was a free ride from some generous seniors. Now they’re stuck in a legal traffic jam over who gets the wheels. When relatives rev up their drama, even the truth needs a jumpstart! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A grieving dog owner demands justice after her puppy was fatally attacked by her neighbor’s dog at a local park. The neighbor wasn’t there but insists his dog must have been protecting his daughter. Grief, blame and suspicion collide in this heartbreaking courtroom battle. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A man claims his ex-wife’s nephew slashed his tires, costing him a day of work – but the nephew says the only thing getting slashed is the truth! He claims the plaintiff made up the story to avoid paying for a washer and dryer. Family drama, flat tires and laundry debts collide in this courtroom showdown. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A used car deal backfires when the buyer claims he got a clunker with fake stickers and a failed smog test. The seller swears the ride was auction-approved and road-ready. Now the judges take the wheel in this bumpy case of buyer’s remorse. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A 20-year gym friendship hits the mat when a Bitcoin investment turns sour. The plaintiff says he loaned his buddy thousands, but the defendant insists it was a gift! When friendship meets finance, the results are anything but gains. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A truck sale between stepsisters stalls over unpaid cash, impound drama and secondhand smoke. One wants her money back, the other wants her family back – but neither’s getting the truck back. Listen as the judges shift into high gear to sort out this emotional fender bender. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A calendar from an artist sparks drama when a woman claims her framed prints came back with blood stains! The framer says it’s just ink – and the calendar isn’t worth much anyway. Art, accusations and authenticity collide in this case of calendar chaos. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When coworkers mix friendship with finances, things get messy – especially when one claims she was conned into paying the others rent! She says it was a loan with a deadline; the other says it was a gift with no strings. Now the judges sort through side hustles, family drama and a dash of workplace shade to serve justice! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
An ex-couple trade prison stories and parenting receipts in this courtroom showdown! He claims she scammed him out of child support – she denies scamming him and says he’s just mad he had to play dad during the short time she was in jail. Watch as the judges rattle the crib of confusion to figure out who’s really changing diapers – and who’s just changing the story! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A grandfather sues his grandson over unpaid loans, claiming he was constantly asked for financial help but never repaid. The grandson insists the money was a gift – and accuses his grandfather of retaliating because he dislikes his fiancée. Can the judges mend this deeply fractured family relationship? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A buyer claims her SUV deal hit a dead end when the car flunked inspection and seller kept switching gears- and names! The defendant denies he did anything wrong, insists the car was bought “as-is,” and says it’s her fault for not kicking the tires first. Buckle up as the judges steer through shady sales tactics and identity detours in this courtroom car crash! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A renter revs up a legal battle after claiming his quiet escape became a rock ‘n’ roll nightmare. He claims the landlord’s late-night jam sessions hit a sour note, while she insists, he was more trouble than treble. Will the judges strike a chord of fairness or let this rental riff role off the stage? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A bumpy ride between former friends hits the courtroom when a woman claims she cosigned a car loan, but her pal wrecked the wheels and ghosted the payments. He argues she towed his trust, and the car, so he’s not paying a dime! Will the judges pump the brakes on blame or steer towards accountability? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A marriage ends, but the drama lives on under one roof. The plaintiff says her ex refuses to move out and owes mortgage payments. He claims she’s just jealous of his new relationship. Will this clash finally break the lease on lingering love or just reopen old wounds? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
An ex-couple face off in court after a shattered relationship leads to shattered property. The Defendant admits to using the plaintiff’s golf club to destroy his property but claims to have paid him back. Now it’s up to the judges to decide whether this was a breakup blowout or just a pricey temper tantrum? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A church gala turns courtroom drama when a caterer claims he was stiffed after cooking solo for a pastor’s big event. The pastor preaches a different story, saying the chef was unprepared, the food was subpar and the police had to intervene! Divine order is tested as both sides seek justice at the bench. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A grieving pet owner sues a taxidermist for her money back after her beloved dog is buried without her consent! The taxidermist argues the owner abandoned her animal’s remains for years and never paid the balance owed! Watch the judges untangle this fur-midable feud filled with stuffed promises and buried regret. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Step into the courtroom like never before with Hot Bench, now available in on-demand audio format, three days a week. Created by Judge Judy Sheindlin, Hot Bench features a dynamic panel of three judges who don’t just hear the case – they deliberate to come to a decision. In each episode, Judges Yodit Tewolde, Rachel Juarez and Dan Mentzer deliver sharp legal insight and fiery debate all in a fast-paced, immersive audio format. New episodes of Hot Bench will be available every Monday through Wednesday starting September 8th.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices