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Respecting ReligionBack to SCOTUS: Regular business in disturbing timesThere has been no shortage of news from all three branches of government in Washington, D.C., but one thing hasn’t changed: the U.S. Supreme Court continues to be interested in religious liberty cases. On today’s show, Amanda and Holly review the recent oral arguments in Catholic Charities Bureau v. Wisconsin, which focuses on a religious exemption in the state’s unemployment compensation laws. There are big questions being asked in this case, such as where one draws the lines, how can “religion” be defined, and what is meant – exactly – by the term “proselytization.” Plus, Holly and Amanda take a m...2025-04-1730 min
Advisory OpinionsRevisiting 3-3-3Adam Feldman of Empirical SCOTUSand Optimized Legal Consulting joins Sarah and David to discuss the concept of a 3-3-3 Supreme Court and the challenges of measuring ideology.The Agenda:—The role of Chief Justice John Roberts—Similarities and differences between political and judicial conservatism—The jurisprudence of Justice Amy Comey Barrett—The prevalence of unanimous decisionsShow Notes:—Adam Liptak's writeup in the New York Times—Feldman’s 2023 stat reviewAdvisory Opinions is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company coveri...2024-09-121h 02
Respecting ReligionSeason finaleAs the weather heats up, so does the pace of Supreme Court decisions. On our season 5 finale of Respecting Religion, Amanda and Holly recap some recent decisions and discuss what we can expect in the next month. Religion is still at play in several cases, even if religious legal statutes aren’t the questions being considered. Plus, they look at some recent statements from Supreme Court justices during extracurricular activities and share what those reveal about the justices themselves and the work at the Court, including a rare – and surprising – statement one justice gave directly to the media. ...2024-05-2332 min
Slate NewsPolitical Gabfest: Should Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin Be Fired?This week, Emily Bazelon and David Plotz are joined by Jamelle Bouie of The New York Times to discuss the absence and silence of Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, school absenteeism with Alec MacGillis of ProPublica, and Donald Trump’s claim of absolute presidential immunity. Here are some notes and references from this week’s show:Politico: Austin’s hospital debacle: A timeline of eventsFred Kaplan for Slate: Why the Secretary of Defense’s Mysterious Disappearance Means He Needs to GoMax Boot for The Washington Post: Lloyd Austin doesn’t de...2024-01-131h 04
Political GabfestShould Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin Be Fired?This week, Emily Bazelon and David Plotz are joined by Jamelle Bouie of The New York Times to discuss the absence and silence of Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, school absenteeism with Alec MacGillis of ProPublica, and Donald Trump’s claim of absolute presidential immunity. Here are some notes and references from this week’s show:Politico: Austin’s hospital debacle: A timeline of eventsFred Kaplan for Slate: Why the Secretary of Defense’s Mysterious Disappearance Means He Needs to GoMax Boot for The Washington Post: Lloyd Austin doesn’t de...2024-01-111h 04Slate NewsPolitical Gabfest: Should Liz Cheney Run?This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz gather around John’s dining room table to discuss Liz Cheney, her book, and how far she’ll go to stop Donald Trump; Chris Christie, his presidential campaign, and whether he’ll stay in the race; and Purdue Pharma, the Sacklers, and if the Supreme Court will let the company go bankrupt to save the family fortune. Here are some notes and references from this week’s show: Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning by Liz CheneyJohn Dickerson for CBS News Sun...2023-12-0956 minPolitical GabfestShould Liz Cheney Run?This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz gather around John’s dining room table to discuss Liz Cheney, her book, and how far she’ll go to stop Donald Trump; Chris Christie, his presidential campaign, and whether he’ll stay in the race; and Purdue Pharma, the Sacklers, and if the Supreme Court will let the company go bankrupt to save the family fortune. Here are some notes and references from this week’s show: Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning by Liz CheneyJohn Dickerson for CBS News Sun...2023-12-0756 minSlate NewsPolitical Gabfest: Could Nikki Haley Actually Win?This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss Nikki Haley’s progress and Ron DeSantis’s stagnation in Iowa, Donald Trump’s testimony in New York, and Dean Phillips’s campaign in New Hampshire; the first social-media cases of the term at the Supreme Court; and Ours Was the Shining Future: The Story of the American Dream with author David Leonhardt. And you can be a part of the show: submit your Conundrum at slate.com/conundrum. Here are some notes and references from this week’s show:Brianne Pfannenstiel for the Des Moines R...2023-11-041h 00Political GabfestCould Nikki Haley Actually Win?This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss Nikki Haley’s progress and Ron DeSantis’s stagnation in Iowa, Donald Trump’s testimony in New York, and Dean Phillips’s campaign in New Hampshire; the first social-media cases of the term at the Supreme Court; and Ours Was the Shining Future: The Story of the American Dream with author David Leonhardt. And you can be a part of the show: submit your Conundrum at slate.com/conundrum. Here are some notes and references from this week’s show:Brianne Pfannenstiel for the Des Moines R...2023-11-021h 00
Rise and Come AliveTravel nursing and the call to caregiving with Amy LiptakNurse anesthetist Amy Liptak shares why she sees her career as a calling.She takes us behind-the-scenes of the hospital room, illustrating how faith helps her provide compassionate care and navigate the challenges of a demanding role, like burnout from the COVID-19 pandemic.In light of Amy's recent move to travel nursing, we also discuss financial advice for women working as contractors.And learn simple ways to lift up the caregivers in your life. Connect with Amy on Instagram: @amyisaphotographerJoin the community! 2023-09-1153 min
We the People2021: A Constitutional Year in ReviewIn this episode, we look back on the events of 2021 from a constitutional perspective—from a violent mob storming the Capitol in January, to the inauguration of President Biden, and the convergence of a new Supreme Court with the addition of Justice Amy Coney Barrett; from key Supreme Court cases about religious liberty, voting rights, abortion, and guns, and finally, continuing questions about the scope of individual rights and government power amidst the continuing coronavirus pandemic.As 2021 comes to a close, we look back on how this year will be remembered in constitutional history. Joining host Jeffrey Ro...2021-12-231h 05
cmdX anDre Articles "Law of WE "podcast2021: A Constitutional Year in ReviewIn this episode, we look back on the events of 2021 from a constitutional perspective—from a violent mob storming the Capitol in January, to the inauguration of President Biden, and the convergence of a new Supreme Court with the addition of Justice Amy Coney Barrett; from key Supreme Court cases about religious liberty, voting rights, abortion, and guns, and finally, continuing questions about the scope of individual rights and government power amidst the continuing coronavirus pandemic. As 2021 comes to a close, we look back on how this year will be remembered in constitutional history. Joining host Jeffrey Rosen for the co...2021-12-231h 05
We the People2021: A Constitutional Year in ReviewIn this episode, we look back on the events of 2021 from a constitutional perspective—from a violent mob storming the Capitol in January, to the inauguration of President Biden, and the convergence of a new Supreme Court with the addition of Justice Amy Coney Barrett; from key Supreme Court cases about religious liberty, voting rights, abortion, and guns, and finally, continuing questions about the scope of individual rights and government power amidst the continuing coronavirus pandemic.As 2021 comes to a close, we look back on how this year will be remembered in constitutional history. Joining host Jeffrey Ro...2021-12-231h 05
Respecting ReligionOut of the shadows and into the courtroom: Religion in the execution chamberThe Supreme Court is about to hear arguments in a type of case it usually addresses in its emergency or “shadow” docket: Questions surrounding clergy and religious exercise in the execution chamber. Amanda and Holly review the issue by considering cases over the past few years, including how the justices have shifted over time, with strong words from Justice Elena Kagan and the arrival of Justice Amy Coney Barrett. In segment two, they dive into the first religious liberty case the Court will hear oral arguments this term in Ramirez v. Collier (starting at 14:50), including the statute at the heart...2021-10-2838 min
We the PeopleSupreme Court 2020 Term PreviewThe new U.S. Supreme Court term is set to begin Monday, October 5, the first day of remote oral arguments. To preview what’s ahead, Adam Liptak, Supreme Court reporter for the New York Times, and Marcia Coyle, Supreme Court correspondent for the Center’s blog Constitution Daily and Chief Washington correspondent for The National Law Journal, joined host Jeffrey Rosen. They explored how the election and the forthcoming confirmation battle over Judge Amy Coney Barrett’s nomination might affect the Court, how the Court might shift with the addition of a new ninth justice, and the key cases to be...2020-10-0153 min
We the PeopleSupreme Court 2020 Term PreviewThe new U.S. Supreme Court term is set to begin Monday, October 5, the first day of remote oral arguments. To preview what’s ahead, Adam Liptak, Supreme Court reporter for the New York Times, and Marcia Coyle, Supreme Court correspondent for the Center’s blog Constitution Daily and Chief Washington correspondent for The National Law Journal, joined host Jeffrey Rosen. They explored how the election and the forthcoming confirmation battle over Judge Amy Coney Barrett’s nomination might affect the Court, how the Court might shift with the addition of a new ninth justice, and the key cases to be...2020-10-0153 min
cmdX anDre Articles "Law of WE "podcastSupreme Court 2020 Term PreviewThe new U.S. Supreme Court term is set to begin Monday, October 5, the first day of remote oral arguments. To preview what’s ahead, Adam Liptak, Supreme Court reporter for the New York Times, and Marcia Coyle, Supreme Court correspondent for the Center’s blog Constitution Daily and Chief Washington correspondent for The National Law Journal, joined host Jeffrey Rosen. They explored how the election and the forthcoming confirmation battle over Judge Amy Coney Barrett’s nomination might affect the Court, how the Court might shift with the addition of a new ninth justice, and the key cases to be hea...2020-10-0153 min
Congressional Dish178: Election InsecuritySince the 2016 election, our country has been questioning whether our elections are secure, fair, and accurate. In this episode, we examine the threats to our election administration, both real and overblown. Please Support Congressional Dish - Quick Links to contribute a lump sum or set up a monthly contribution via to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Send payments to: Send payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Use your bank’s online bill pay function to mail contributions to: Please make checks payable to Congressional Dish Thank you for supporting truly independent media! Recommended Congressional Dish Episodes Additional Reading Report: by Ad...2018-08-012h 21