Lithwick is erudite and is able to cut through the chaff. She illuminates the issues with a spotlight. However, some of her guests cannot stop the lawyer-speak which circles around and around without getting to the point. I can tell they are unaware sometimes that they are obfuscating, but Lithwick does her best to focus them into plaintalk and clarity. In the case of trained lawyers, employing the phrase “use your words” in a discussion needs a moderator moderating the conversation.

Take time for Dahlia.

This is my absolute go-to podcast for current, thoughtful, erudite legal commentary. As Dahlia says of Mark, it’s my “ride or die”.

This episode with Kim Lane Scheppele painted the precise picture I've had in my head this past week. The United States as Hungary. Victor Orban as the felon's model. What she had to tell us is terrifying and motivating. I'll be doing everything I can to help slow this attempt at demolishing our democracy.

Dahlia, This week’s episode and your guest Ms. Scheppele was the first time all the elements of this moment were put together for a clear understanding of what is going on. I think we all had some pieces of this but your guest put in historical context the complete picture. I get it now! Thanks to you and all your hard work and humor! Much appreciated in these most frightening of times. Great show!

Great discussion. Your guest was very knowledgeable. He surprised me when he said that Trump’s Exec Orders do not prioritize violent criminals first. This is at odds with what I have heard and read. Can you folks identify exactly where this is written in the EO’s. Great stuff!!!!!!!!

The more I read about this Justice, the more I believe that he was never the legal scholar we were told he was. But when I listen to Ms Lithwick and Ms Ifill, I can still believe that there remains much integrity among legal advocates. To this particular podcast, I say BRAVO! Thank you.

I love hearing how the distant obscure workings of the Supreme Court do actually affect the lives of everyday people. I have listened for several years and I look forward to this podcast every week. The style is comfortable and friendly, a real joy to listen to! Dahlia has a great way of making sure we all get on the train before it leaves the station; i.e. always makes sure the topic is clear and explained in non-legaleze. For anyone who is concerned about the Supreme Court rulings like Citizens United, Dobbs, or about the ethics quagmire some justices have fallen into, try out this podcast!

SCOTUS will never be trusted and SCOTUS is helping with destruction of The People’s Democracy.

Definitely one of my favorites. If you’re interested in understanding the details of how our judicial system and government work, this one fits the bill!