#SistersInLaw

#SistersInLaw Podcast

Politicon brings the brilliant team of political and legal masterminds together for Politicon's #SistersInLaw. Joyce Vance, Jill Wine-Banks, Barb McQuade, and Kimberly Atkins Stohr will pull back the curtain on how our government actually works, take on the corrupt, share their wisdom and give us their rulings on the latest in politics, law, and culture.

  1. Stop Sane Washing Trump

    6 DAYS AGO

    Stop Sane Washing Trump

    Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to analyze Kamala’s performance in the debate and weigh its impact on the election, looking at the expectations placed on the candidates, the efficacy of the moderators, Trump’s failure to hide his bigotry, and how the electorate will interpret their performances.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the indictment of the men behind the Terrorgram Collective, the role hate crimes and terrorism statutes play in stopping violence, and whether the prosecution raises any conflicts with the right to free speech and association.  They also sound the alarm over Project 2025’s assault on workplace protections and DEI initiaitives. Get your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Mentioned By The #Sisters: From Barb on what the debate showed us about Trump’s 2nd term From Barb on why the DOJ charged Hamas leaders From Barb on the DOJ charges against Russian influence operations From Joyce on the Terrorgram indictment Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon.  Check out Kim’s New Politicon Podcast: Justice By Design Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: HelloFresh: Get one free breakfast item per box while your subscription is active when you go to hellofresh.com/freesisters Blueland: For 15% off your order of green cleaning products, go to blueland.com/sisters Thrive Causemetics: For 20% off incredible clean and cause-focused beauty products, go to thrivecausemetics.com/sisters Osea Malibu: Get 10% off your order of clean beauty products from OSEA Malibu, with free samples and free shipping on orders over $60, when you go to oseamalibu.com and use promo code: SISTERS Olive & June: Get 20% off your mani system when you go to oliveandjune.com/sil and use promo code: SIL Get Barb’s New Book:  Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America Barb’s Book Tour  Get More From #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter | Justice By Design Podcast Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

    1h 14m
  2. 7 SEPT

    Gobble Gobble Donald Trump

    Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Judge Chutkan’s handling of the J6 election interference case and Judge Merchan’s postponement of Trump’s sentencing in the NY hush money case, looking at how it could impact the upcoming election.  Then, the #Sisters break down the DOJ’s handling of crimes committed by Hamas against Americans and Russia’s financial ties to conservative influencers in the lead up to the 2024 election.  They also explain the charges against the school shooter in Georgia, why his parents might be complicit, and how our country can reduce gun violence. Get your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Mentioned By The #Sisters: Holding parents accountable for school shootings Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon.  Check out Kim’s New Politicon Podcast: Justice By Design Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: Factor: Get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next month, of delicious, premium quality, ready-to-eat meals with code SIL50 at factormeals.com/sil50 Helix: Get up to 25% off all mattress orders and two free pillows for our listeners! Go to helixsleep.com/sisters  OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code: SISTERS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod HoneyLove: Get 20% OFF @honeylove by going to honeylove.com/sisters! #honeylovepod Aura: Protect yourself and your loved ones online with a 14-day Aura trial plus a free check of your data to see if your personal information has been leaked when you go to aura.com/sisters Get Barb’s New Book:  Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America Barb’s Book Tour  Get More From #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter | Justice By Design Podcast Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

    1h 18m
  3. Jack's Back

    31 AUG

    Jack's Back

    Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Jack Smith's superseding indictment, why he used a new grand jury, how he reframed the charges to preserve each count, and his attempt to reinstate the MAL classified documents case against Trump. Then, the #Sisters lay out the scope of the Republican war on voting rights, looking at the push for increased documentation, how naturalized citizens are getting kicked off the voter rolls, and raids by Texas AG Paxton targeting Latino civil rights organizations.  They also break down the Project 2025 plan to put the FBI under the jurisdiction of the executive branch and reflect on what it means for the rule of law. Get your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Mentioned By The #Sisters: Trump’s Court Brief Jack Smith’s recent and previous indictments of Trump Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon.  Check out Kim’s New Politicon Podcast: Justice By Design Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: Calm: Perfect your meditation practice and get better sleep with 40% off a premium subscription when you go to calm.com/sisters  Helix: Get up to 25% off all mattress orders and two free pillows for our listeners! Go to helixsleep.com/sisters  Wild Grain:  Get $30 off and free croissants in every box when you start your subscription to delicious quick-bake artisanal pastries, pasta, and bread at wildgrain.com/sisters with promo code: SISTERS Get Barb’s New Book:  Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America Barb’s Book Tour  Get More From #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter | Justice By Design Podcast Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

    1h 10m
  4. Comma La La La

    24 AUG

    Comma La La La

    Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to celebrate Kamala’s nomination, explore her commitment to her values and the rule of law, and review the positions she’s taken on criminal justice issues on her journey from DA to presidential contender.  Then, the #Sisters discuss voter disenfranchisement and suppression through the lens of a reinstated felony voter fraud conviction of a woman who didn’t know she wasn’t allowed to vote in Texas.  They also explain the links between Trump and Project 2025’s plans for the Department of Defense, looking at how their adoption would undermine our military’s commitment to DEI, civil rights, and environmental responsibility. Get your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Mentioned By The #Sisters: Kamala questions Justice Kavanaugh Pros and cons of felon disenfranchisement Media Matter’s Project 2025 Guide Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon.  Check out Kim’s New Politicon Podcast: Justice By Design Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: Flamingo: Keep smooth with Flamingo, the razor built for your body and mind. Get 25% off your first order at shopflamingo.com/sisters with code: SISTERS Aura Frames: Get $35 off Aura Frames’ bestseller when you go to auraframes.com and use the promo code: SISTERS at checkout. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code: SISTERS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Thrive Causemetics: For 10% off incredible clean and cause-focused beauty products, go to thrivecausemetics.com/sisters Get Barb’s New Book:  Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America Barb’s Book Tour  Get More From #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter | Justice By Design Podcast Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

    1h 34m
  5. Post-Menopausal Females

    17 AUG

    Post-Menopausal Females

    Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the power of abortion as an election issue and review the court battles in Arizona, Montana, and Idaho that are redefining the scope of our rights.  The #Sisters also weigh the upsides of AI against the risk that it will bend people’s perception of reality and increase political disinformation, exploring whether a recent CA bill will hold tech companies accountable for their creations while still complying with the 1st Amendment.  Then, they sound the alarm over Project 2025’s training videos and repudiate Trump’s feigned disavowal of its policies. Get your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Mentioned By The #Sisters: From Joyce on J.D. Vance’s latest attacks on women From Joyce on how women are being denied emergency room care post-Dobbs Elon Musk’s deep-faked Kamala ad Undercover journalists expose Trump’s connection to Project 2025 Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon.  Check out Kim’s New Politicon Podcast: Justice By Design Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: Factor: Get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next month, of delicious, premium quality, ready-to-eat meals with code SIL50 at factormeals.com/sil50 Blueland: For 15% off your order of green cleaning products, go to blueland.com/sisters Olive & June: Get 20% off your mani system when you go to oliveandjune.com/sil and use promo code: SIL Aura: Protect yourself and your loved ones online with a 14-day Aura trial plus a free check of your data to see if your personal information has been leaked when you go to aura.com/sisters LolaVie: Get 15% off LolaVie with the code: SIL at https://www.lolavie.com/SIL #lolaviepod Get Barb’s New Book:  Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America Barb’s Book Tour  Get More From #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter | Justice By Design Podcast Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

    1h 3m
  6. Don’t Hate Me ‘Cause You Ain’t Me

    10 AUG

    Don’t Hate Me ‘Cause You Ain’t Me

    Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss a DC judge’s finding that Google’s search engine violates antitrust laws, the risks of big tech monopolies, and whether increasing scrutiny by the DOJ is pushing tech leaders to the right.  Then, the #Sisters examine the implications of guilty pleas by Jenna Ellis and a fake elector in Arizona, explain why Trump was listed as an unindicted co-conspirator and the parallels to Nixon, and look at how prosecutors choose who to charge.  They also revisit KSM’s attempted plea deal after its collapse and investigate if Project 2025 will ban no-fault divorce while laying out the growing list of lies by Trump about the Republican agenda. Get your #SistersInLaw merchandise at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Mentioned By The #Sisters: MSNBC’s Democracy 2024 From Joyce on more Republican lies about Project 2025 Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon.  Check out Kim’s New Podcast: Justice By Design Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: HelloFresh: Get one free kids’ meal per box for two months while your subscription is active by going to hellofresh.com/sisterskids Calm: Perfect your meditation practice and get better sleep with 40% off a premium subscription when you go to calm.com/sisters  HoneyLove: Get 20% OFF @honeylove by going to honeylove.com/sisters! #honeylovepod OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code: SISTERS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Osea Malibu: Get 10% off your order of clean beauty products from OSEA Malibu, with free samples and free shipping on orders over $60, when you go to oseamalibu.com and use promo code: SISTERS Get Barb’s New Book:  Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America Barb’s Book Tour  Get More From #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

    1h 7m
  7. 3 AUG

    Nothing To See Here

    Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the plea deal with 9/11 mastermind KSM, differences between military tribunals and civilian courts, evidentiary issues that make it challenging to try Guantanamo prisoners, and the prisoner swap with Russia.  Then, the #Sisters explain what happens now that Trump’s DC case has returned to Judge Chutkan, how to categorize presidential actions under the immunity decision, and the possible illegality of an Egyptian financial transfer to his campaign.  They also sound the alarm over Project 2025’s assault on the bureaucracy and the danger of Trump reviving the executive order that created Schedule F. Get your #SistersInLaw merchandise at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Mentioned By The #Sisters: UN Guantanamo Report Update on KSM’s Plea Deal Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at politicon.com/tour  Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon.  Check out Kim’s New Podcast: Justice By Design Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: HoneyLove: Get 20% OFF @honeylove by going to honeylove.com/sisters! #honeylovepod LolaVie: Get 15% off LolaVie with the code: SIL at https://www.lolavie.com/SIL #lolaviepod Thrive Causemetics: For 10% off incredible clean and cause-focused beauty products, go to thrivecausemetics.com/sisters HelloFresh: Get one free kids’ meal per box for two months while your subscription is active by going to hellofresh.com/sisterskids Get Barb’s New Book:  Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America Barb’s Book Tour  Get More From #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

    1h 7m

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Politicon brings the brilliant team of political and legal masterminds together for Politicon's #SistersInLaw. Joyce Vance, Jill Wine-Banks, Barb McQuade, and Kimberly Atkins Stohr will pull back the curtain on how our government actually works, take on the corrupt, share their wisdom and give us their rulings on the latest in politics, law, and culture.

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