It's not the same without Byrd, and the new bailiff mumbles too much I have to strain to hear him.You knew what Byrd thought without him even opening his mouth. As for the granddaughter like I've heard Judge Judy tell so many people,"she's yours you love her we don't, " we have no vested interest in her, yall can talk about the cases when you get home. It use to be a joy to watch but now the shows are too long & drawn out,almost painful to watch. Two words- Boring & Insufferable! I thank Judy Sheindlin for the ride I enjoyed it, but now it has come to an end.