223: Gobsmackingly Corrupt
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt at politicon.com/merch (https://merch.ambientinks.com/collections/politicon) Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to examine the propriety of the dismissal of NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ indictment, why he seems to be favored by the Trump administration, and if his future independence is compromised.  Then, the #Sisters discuss Pam Bondi’s initial memos as At...
1hr 7m Feb 15, 2025
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222: Musk & His Minions
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt at politicon.com/merch (https://merch.ambientinks.com/collections/politicon) Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to analyze the legality of DOGE, the capabilities and dangers of the team Elon has brought together, the effectiveness of challenges to it, and what it means for the future of our democracy.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the start of Pam Bondi’s te...
1hr 5m Feb 08, 2025
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221: No Such Thing As Honor Anymore
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt at politicon.com/merch (https://merch.ambientinks.com/collections/politicon) Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to explore the legality and ramifications of Trump’s firings of J6 prosecutors and over a dozen inspectors general.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the confirmation hearings of prospective cabinet members Kash Patel, RFK Jr., and Tulsi Gabbard by sharing...
1hr 6m Feb 01, 2025
1hr 6m
220: Serious, Serious Trouble
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt at politicon.com/merch (https://merch.ambientinks.com/collections/politicon) Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the impact that changes at the DOJ will have as Biden hands off the presidency to Trump, examining the risk of retribution against those who sought to defend our democracy from MAGA.  Then, the #Sisters analyze the legality and effects of T...
1hr 11m Jan 25, 2025
1hr 11m
219: TikTok ticking away
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt at politicon.com/merch (https://merch.ambientinks.com/collections/politicon) Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to review the SCOTUS decision upholding a US-based TikTok ban unless it divests from its Chinese parent company and explain the balance of free speech and national security concerns taken into account in their ruling.  Then, the #Sisters analyze Pam ...
1hr 5m Jan 18, 2025
1hr 5m
218: YOLO
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt at politicon.com/merch (https://merch.ambientinks.com/collections/politicon) Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Trump’s unconditional discharge, the role his election to the presidency had on his treatment by the law, his status as a felon, and the SCOTUS ruling on his appeal.  Then, the #Sisters investigate whether we’ll ever see Jack Smith’s r...
1hr 4m Jan 11, 2025
1hr 4m
217: 25 Cent Word
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the law enforcement response to the NOLA terror attack, the effect of its designation as terrorism, the protections granted by our civil liberties, and how to combat radicalization.  Then, the #Sisters give their takes on the SCOTUS’ year-end report, calling out the justices for undermining the rule of law by failing to live up to their ethic...
1hr 14m Jan 04, 2025
1hr 14m
216: Super Yacht Rock
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to review the bipartisan House Ethics Committee's report on Matt Gaetz, explain the federal and state statutes he appears to have violated, and determine whether he will face any consequences.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the Senate Judiciary Committee’s ethics report, its recommendations, the refusal of the SCOTUS to accept any oversight from the other branches o...
56m Dec 28, 2024
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215: Minnie Mouse Would Do A Better Job
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Fani Willis’ disqualification from prosecuting the case against Trump, his settlement with ABC for defamation, the targeting of pollster Ann Selzer, and if 1st Amendment protections should apply.  Then, the #Sisters cover the state and federal charges against Luigi Mangione, his eligibility for the death penalty, potential mitigating factors in the ca...
1hr 5m Dec 21, 2024
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214: Misprision
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the arrest of Luigi Mangione in the murder of the UHC CEO, looking at the attempt to extradite him, the use of surveillance cameras to catch him, and the legal status of ghost guns similar to the one used in the crime.  Then, the #Sisters explain clemency, contextualize its recent use by President Biden, and weigh its pros and cons.  They also shar...
1hr 5m Dec 14, 2024
1hr 5m
213: Pardon Me
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to explain the president’s pardon power, debate President Biden’s pardon of Hunter, and look at how pardons have been used in the past and how they can be used in the future.  Then, the #Sisters outline the DOJ investigation into Tyre Nichols’ death at the hands of the Memphis PD, explain the importance of the DOJ Civil Rights Division, and investigate ...
1hr 2m Dec 07, 2024
1hr 2m
212: Keep Calm And Carry On
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to investigate whether this is the end of the federal cases against Trump, explain the basis for their dismissal, and look ahead to the potential for them to be taken up after his presidency.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the challenges federal employees will face under the new administration and call for them to stay and fight to maintain the rule of law.  They al...
45m Nov 30, 2024
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211: Attorneys General
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal from contention for attorney general in favor of Pam Bondi by looking at whether his appointment was a strategy to make her seem more palatable and the negatives she brings to the table.  Then, the #Sisters detail the guardrails being erected by governors, a coalition of state attorney generals, and ordinary citizens to defend ...
59m Nov 23, 2024
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210: Risible
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to investigate Trump’s cabinet appointees, exposing Matt Gaetz's improprieties and threat to the rule of law, Pete Hegseth’s troublingly light resume and lack of executive experience, and RFK Jr.’s advocacy of conspiracy-laden medical misinformation. Then, the #Sisters discuss the future of Jack Smith’s prosecutions, looking at what we can expect from his fin...
1hr 3m Nov 16, 2024
1hr 3m
209: Searching For Answers
In the aftermath of the election, Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to answer your questions.  The #Sisters cover the guardrails that can protect the country from Trump, what happens to his criminal cases and convictions, the effect of the election on his sentencing, and why the civil cases and judgments against him might prove to be the best tool for holding him accountable.  They also...
1hr 3m Nov 09, 2024
1hr 3m
208: The Election
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the proliferation of election lawsuits by the Republicans, the progress of their challenges to mail-in ballots in Pennslyvania, and attempts to remove voters in Alabama and Virginia.  Then, the #Sisters break down the influence of money in politics, the legality of Elon’s offer of a million dollars to registered voters who sign his petition, and the pe...
1hr 8m Nov 02, 2024
1hr 8m
207: The Million Dollar Question
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to look at the validity of Republican lawsuits challenges to the election, explain how they’re using them to create an aura of legitimacy around future claims of election fraud, relay their progress in the courts, and share the reasons we should be confident in the system.  Then, the #Sisters break down the defamation suit against Trump brought by the exonerated...
48m Oct 26, 2024
48m
206: Shenanigans
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Trump’s attempt to delay the release of evidence in his election interference case with discovery requests.  Then, the #Sisters break down recent developments in the Republicans making last-minute changes about election and counting procedures. They also explain and reject circulating election disinformation claiming that undocumented migrants are ...
48m Oct 19, 2024
48m
205: Kakistocracy
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the dangers of hurricane disinformation, the risk of fraud, possible legal remedies, and a case in California targeting Exxon Mobil for lies about the recyclability of oil-based plastic products.  Then, the #Sisters cover the charges in an ISIS-inspired election-day terror plot, the progression of criminal complaints compared to a grand jury ...
56m Oct 12, 2024
56m
204: A Nothing Burger
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Judge McBurney’s ruling striking down Georgia’s 6-week abortion ban on personal liberty grounds, the danger of making life or death medical decisions based on politics, and the problems caused by pushing abortion laws back to the states.  Then, the #Sisters analyze the merits and effectiveness of Jack Smith’s brief in Trump’s J6 trial, investigate whet...
1hr 11m Oct 05, 2024
1hr 11m
203: Put Through The Wringer
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to explain Jack Smith’s presidential immunity brief regarding Trump’s actions on J6 in his D.C. court case, the reasons why it’s sealed, how it distinguishes between presidential and private actions, and the next steps in the prosecution.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the indictment of NYC Mayor Adams, the evidence, and what to expect as the case goes forward.  Th...
53m Sep 28, 2024
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202: Live at 92NY
Get your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merch (https://merch.ambientinks.com/collections/politicon) WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT (https://www.politicon.com/podcast-title/sisters-in-law/) Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM (mailto:SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM) or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast (https://www.threads.net/@sistersinlaw.podcast) Correction: Students may vote where they are enrolled in...
1hr 19m Sep 21, 2024
1hr 19m
201: Stop Sane Washing Trump
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://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...
1hr 1m Sep 14, 2024
1hr 1m
200: Gobble Gobble Donald Trump
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://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 comm...
1hr 7m Sep 07, 2024
1hr 7m
199: Jack's Back
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://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 vo...
1hr 1m Aug 31, 2024
1hr 1m
198: Comma La La La
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://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 suppre...
1hr 21m Aug 24, 2024
1hr 21m
197: Post-Menopausal Females
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://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 rea...
50m Aug 17, 2024
50m
196: Don’t Hate Me ‘Cause You Ain’t Me
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://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 Ell...
56m Aug 10, 2024
56m
195: In The Hands Of The Voters with Marc Elias
Here is the first episode of Kim's new podcast Justice By Design, find it here (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/justice-by-design/id1759650617?i=1000663475078) Kim is joined by Marc Elias, the founder of Democracy Docket, about the importance of protecting voting rights and the challenges faced in doing so. They discuss the dangerous rhetoric of former President Donald Trump and the need...
40m Aug 07, 2024
40m
194: Nothing To See Here
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://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 Tru...
57m Aug 03, 2024
57m
193: Screwed, Blued, and Tattooed
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://politicon.com/tour Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to explain how the courts are using Sections 203 and 208 of the Voting Rights Act to shut down Republican attempts to disenfranchise voters who need absentee ballots.  Then, the #Sisters discuss Alvin Bragg’s response to Trump’s attempt to use the SCOTUS immunity decis...
59m Jul 27, 2024
59m
192: Everything Is Insane
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://politicon.com/tour Joined by MSNBC’s Katie Phang, Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to explain Judge Cannon’s shocking dismissal of the Mar-A-Lago classified docs case, repudiate her decision based on precedent, and highlight her delay strategies and poor legal reasoning.  Then the #Sisters game out Judge Chutkan’s next move...
1hr Jul 20, 2024
1hr
191: Project 2025
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in NYC on 9/20/24 at http://politicon.com/tour Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss AOC’s introduction of articles of impeachment against Justices Thomas and Alito and the calls for the DOJ to open a criminal investigation into their abuses after Thomas’ free trip to Putin’s hometown came to light.  Then, the #Sisters give an update o...
1hr 9m Jul 13, 2024
1hr 9m
190: Immunity, Immunity, Immunity
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to explain the divergent opinions in the SCOTUS immunity decision and its effect on Trump’s trials and the presidency. Then, the #Sisters review the Court’s recent rulings on social media moderation and the impact of having Chevron deference overturned.
57m Jul 06, 2024
57m
189: Ejusdem Generis
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the SCOTUS ruling in Fischer, which threw out obstruction charges faced by a J6 rioter, and what to expect in the Court’s immunity decision. Then, the #Sisters cover the overturning of Chevron deference and Julian Assange’s guilty plea.
55m Jun 29, 2024
55m
188: Apologia
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to mourn the 2-year anniversary of Dobbs, alert us to the growing threats to our rights, and tear into Lousiana’s law that puts the 10 Commandments in classrooms.  In the #Sisters analysis, they explain why precedent, the intentions of the Framers, and the Establishment Clause all point to the law’s rejection pending a ruling on the ACLU’s challenge. Then, they d...
1hr 11m Jun 22, 2024
1hr 11m
187: Loose Lips & Secret Trips
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to examine the validity of Hunter Biden’s conviction and explain what happens next. Then, the #Sisters discuss the SCOTUS rulings on mifepristone and bump stocks and review recent unethical actions by Justices Alito and Thomas.
1hr 11m Jun 15, 2024
1hr 11m
186: Let’s Get This Ex Parte Started
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the status of Trump’s gag order after the guilty verdict and the progress of his criminal trials in Florida and Georgia. Then the #Sisters cover Hunter Biden’s felony gun possession trial and the anti-DEI injunction targeting the Fearless Fund.
1hr 11m Jun 08, 2024
1hr 11m
185: Live In Boston: Verdict Day
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw live in Boston to review the charges in Manhattan that resulted in 34 guilty verdicts against Trump, untangle the five crimes jurors could use to justify their vote, and explain the appeals and sentencing process. Then, the #Sisters expose the flaws in SCOTUS oversight and ethics by laying out the breaches of Justices Alito, Thomas, and their wives, exploring th...
1hr 54m Jun 01, 2024
1hr 54m
184: That’s Not How A Waiver Works. You Don’t Wave It
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the threat to voting rights posed by the SCOTUS opinions in a South Carolina gerrymandering case and how Justice Alito’s actions have undermined the credibility of the court’s ethics code.  Then, the #Sisters lay out the end game in Trump’s Manhattan trial, review the guidelines for executing a search warrant, untangle Judge Cannon’s latest delays, and...
1hr 5m May 25, 2024
1hr 5m
183: Sometimes A Girl Needs A Nap
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the believability of Michael Cohen’s testimony against Trump, weigh its effectiveness for the prosecution, and lay out the next steps of the trial.  Then, the #Sisters explore the ethical ramifications of Justice Alito flying a flag in support of J6 in front of his home, lay out the case for his recusal in the upcoming presidential immunity trial, and...
58m May 18, 2024
58m
182: Live From Detroit
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw live in Detroit to discuss the effectiveness of Stormy Daniels’ testimony, what to expect when Michael Cohen takes the stand, and how the prosecution’s narrative is coming together in the election interference trial.  Then, the #Sisters explain what’s behind the delays in Trump’s Florida and Georgia cases and if anything can be done to speed things up. ...
1hr 37m May 11, 2024
1hr 37m
181: Live From Chicago
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw live in Chicago to share their takeaways from Trump’s election interference trial and review its evidence, witness testimonies, and potential verdicts.  Then the #Sisters discuss Trump’s repeated violations of his gag order, the consequences so far, and whether his continued contempt of the court violates the conditions of his pretrial release. They also cove...
1hr 28m May 04, 2024
1hr 28m
180: Tautology
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to break down the key arguments made by the Supreme Court justices concerning Trump’s presidential immunity claims, explain the difference between private and official acts, and share how Jack Smith might speed up the trial.  Then the #Sisters discuss the testimony of The National Enquirer’s David Pecker and other developments in the NY election interference case...
1hr 8m Apr 27, 2024
1hr 8m
179: Donald Trump Versus The Rule Of Law
With Trump’s election interference case two days away, Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to review the juror selection and the steps being taken to protect them, lay out their expectations for the opening statements, and explain the role of a Sandoval hearing if Donald takes the stand.  Then the #Sisters break down the precedent and criteria for the impeachment trial of Homeland Securit...
1hr 13m Apr 20, 2024
1hr 13m
178: Trump Is Out Of Time and Out Of Luck
Vote for #SisterInLaw: Webby Awards People’s Voice (https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2024/podcasts/shows/news-politics) #SistersInlaw LIVE: Get tickets now - http://politicon.com/tour May 2 - Chicago - Athenaeum Center May 9 - Detroit - Royal Oak Music Theatre May 30 - Boston - Shubert Theatre http://politicon.com/tour Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to explain what to expect when ...
58m Apr 13, 2024
58m
177: Mandamnit
Vote for #SisterInLaw in the Webby Awards People’s Voice (https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2024/podcasts/shows/news-politics) #SistersInlaw LIVE: Get tickets now - http://politicon.com/tour May 2 - Chicago - Athenaeum Center May 9 - Detroit - Royal Oak Music Theatre May 30 - Boston - Shubert Theatre http://politicon.com/tour Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to analyze the effecti...
1hr 7m Apr 06, 2024
1hr 7m
176: Like Sands Through The Hourglass
#SistersInlaw LIVE: Get tickets now - http://politicon.com/tour May 2 - Chicago - Athenaeum Center May 9 - Detroit - Royal Oak Music Theatre May 30 - Boston - Shubert Theatre http://politicon.com/tour Get text updates (https://politicon.attn.tv/p/z6Z/landing-page) from #SistersInLaw and Politicon Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to dig into the legal developments affecting Trump’s cases in New...
1hr 1m Mar 30, 2024
1hr 1m
175: March Madness
#SistersInlaw LIVE: Get tickets now - http://politicon.com/tour May 2 - Chicago - Athenaeum Center May 9 - Detroit - Royal Oak Music Theatre May 30 - Boston - Shubert Theatre http://politicon.com/tour Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to cover Trump’s options for raising funds and the implications of not being able to post bond, Judge Cannon’s issuance of divergent sets of jury instruc...
1hr 8m Mar 23, 2024
1hr 8m
174: Trump’s Whirlwind
#SistersInlaw LIVE: Get tickets now - http://politicon.com/tour May 2 - Chicago - Athenaeum Center May 9 - Detroit - Royal Oak Music Theatre May 30 - Boston - Shubert Theatre http://politicon.com/tour Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to weigh recent developments in Trump’s cases, spanning Judge McAfee’s ruling on Fani Willis’ relationship with Nathan Wade, Judge Cannon’s consideration...
55m Mar 16, 2024
55m