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Is the justice system as we know it under threat? Join me on this special edition of the Greg Gardner podcast as we dissect the recent Trump verdict and its unsettling implications. We'll uncover the context behind these charges—how old misdemeanors were elevated to felonies and presented to a New York jury. Discover the perspectives from three distinct groups: those convinced of Trump's guilt, those who see the trial as a miscarriage of justice regardless of their views on Trump, and the mos...

Is your understanding of free speech truly comprehensive when it's put to the test by fiery protests and the clashing of ideologies? Grapple with me, Greg Gardner, as we navigate the turbulent waters of expression and dissent through the lens of pro-Palestinian, anti-Israel protests on college campuses. The sanctity of free speech is a cornerstone of our discussions, where I dissect the balance between the First Amendment and the policies of private institutions. Unpack the nuances of student...

Fresh out of a battle with pneumonia, I launch into an unwavering critique of NPR's trajectory away from impartial reporting, a narrative sparked by Yuri Berliner's keen observations. Could their latest executive appointment signal a troubling future for a news outlet funded by the public purse? I'm not one to shy away from the hard questions, and in this episode, we peel back the layers of what's happening inside NPR and why it matters to every taxpayer. Then, we step into the courtroom for ...

Could your very right to speak freely be under siege? The latest Greg Gardner podcast episode tackles the Supreme Court's monumental case Murphy vs. Missouri, previously known as Missouri vs. Biden, and its implications for free speech in our digital era. We're dissecting the arguments, critiquing attorney performances, and considering the potential outcomes of this case that could reshape how government officials interact with social media companies in moderating content labeled as misinform...

Prepare to navigate the legal labyrinth where the titans of tech and the guardians of free speech duel in the digital arena. I'm your host, Greg Gardner, bringing light to the high-stakes confrontations between states like Florida and Texas against social media goliaths, through cases such as Moody vs. Net Choice and Net Choice vs. Paxton. These legal showdowns probe the essence of our democracy, challenging the role of social media as the modern public square and scrutinizing the delicate ba...

Greg reviews themes of 2023 along with some stories that highlight those themes. Greg gives specific predictions for 2024.