Vocational Witnesses Demystified: My Interview with a Practicing Vocational Expert:

This podcast episode explores the role of vocational experts in disability hearings and the controversies surrounding the use of the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) in vocational testimony. It discusses the adversarial approach taken by some attorneys towards vocational witnesses and emphasizes the importance of accurate information provided by vocational experts. The episode also highlights the significance of transferable skills, common mistakes made by claimants during testimony, and the impact of virtual hearings on the dynamics between judges and vocational experts. Overall, the episode provides insights into the complexities of vocational inquiries in disability determinations.