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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
173: Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America
#SistersInlaw On Tour: GET TICKETS !! http://politicon.com/tour May 2 - Chicago - Athenaeum Center May 9 - Detroit - Royal Oak Music Theatre May 30 - Boston - Shubert Theatre Jill Wine-Banks hosts a special book club edition of #SistersInLaw on Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America by Barb McQuade.  The #Sisters explore their individual approaches to the writing process,...
50m Mar 09, 2024
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172: Still on that ledge
#SistersInlaw On Tour: We are going on tour !! Sign up now to get updates on the upcoming live shows  in Boston, Detroit, and Chicago at http://politicon.com/tour Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the reasoning behind the SCOTUS taking up Trump’s immunity claims, how they are expected to rule, and effects of the delay on his trial calendar and future presidential powers.  Then, the #S...
1hr Mar 02, 2024
1hr
171: Our Rights, Spys & The Crown Act
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to explain how the Dobbs decision has created a legal framework for Alabama’s ban on IVF and look at the potential challenges that could overturn it.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the legality and lies of Alexander Smirnov’s allegations against President Biden, the role of Russian disinformation, and the political impact.  They also examine a CROWN Act ba...
55m Feb 24, 2024
55m
170: A Man Is Not A Plan
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to review the Fani Willis hearing, describe the effect it will have on the RICO prosecution, and weigh the potential for her disqualification.  Then the #Sisters discuss the $350+ million civil fraud judgment against Trump, the damages caused by his fraud and tax evasion, the restrictions on his family’s business activities, and how the payment process works.  T...
1hr 13m Feb 17, 2024
1hr 13m
169: We're Not With Hur
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to cover the judicial decisions affecting Trump’s prosecutions, including the SCOTUS ruling in Trump’s Colorado ballot case, the DC Circuit's denial of presidential immunity, and Alan Weisselbberg’s potential perjury in the NY fraud case.  Then, the #Sisters share their take on Special Counsel Robert Hur’s report on the decision not to prosecute President Bid...
1hr 4m Feb 10, 2024
1hr 4m
168: Jack Smith If You're Listening…
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the delays from Judge Chutkan and Judge Engoron, civil bench trial verdicts, and the questionable effectiveness of the FBI’s search of Mar-A-Lago.  The #Sisters also dive into the facts surrounding the allegations of impropriety facing Fani Willis and one of her prosecutors, the possible consequences of their relationship, and how it affects the GA RIC...
1hr 3m Feb 03, 2024
1hr 3m
167: Mic Drop
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the impact of Trump’s testimony during the conclusion of E. Jean Carroll’s second defamation case against him, Peter Navarro’s sentencing, and the ongoing 14th Amendment ballot challenges.  The #Sisters then dive into the battle between the SCOTUS and Governor Abbott over the placement of razor wire at the border, and weigh whether we are mov...
1hr Jan 27, 2024
1hr
166: Above The Law
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to review E. Jean Carroll’s second civil case against Trump, the impact of his cases on the campaign, and developments in his ongoing 14th Amendment ballot challenges.  Then, the #Sisters explain the Article 2 requirements for the presidency, and pick apart Trump’s birther attacks on President Obama and Nikki Haley.  From there, they dive into the DOJ’s review o...
45m Jan 20, 2024
45m
165: Hygge
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the biggest developments in Trump’s trials, including the prospect he gains presidential immunity,  his closing argument in the New York fraud case, threats to Judge Engoron, and the potential of a second judgment against him for defaming E. Jean Carroll.  Then, the #Sisters cover the allegations of corruption surrounding AG Fani Willis’ relationsh...
1hr 13m Jan 13, 2024
1hr 13m
164: A Mess In Texas
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the efforts by Trump to get certiorari while he attempts to stay on the ballot amid 14th Amendment based removals, and weigh whether it is a legal or political decision.  Then, the #Sisters explain the legal battles being waged in Texas over important rights and freedoms.  First, they break down President Biden’s suit against Texas over immigration enf...
59m Jan 06, 2024
59m
163: Mishigas in Michigan & Other States
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to look at Jack Smith’s in limine motion to shut down Trump’s ability to bring misinformation into the evidence of his D.C. trial, and how it affects the potential defenses and the case’s progression.  Then, the #SistersInLaw dive into the latest developments in the efforts to remove Trump from the ballot in Maine and other states, and explain why they ...
1hr Dec 30, 2023
1hr
162: Trump & Giuliani on the Naughty List
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the CO Supreme Court’s decision to remove Trump from the primary ballot under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment and its national implications.  From there, the #Sisters break down the delay to Trump’s D.C. trial while his appeal of Judge Chutkan’s rejection of presidential immunity moves through the court system, before looking at how it affects his oth...
1hr 3m Dec 23, 2023
1hr 3m
161: $148,000,000
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to share the latest updates from the prosecutions of Trump world, including the attempts at removal by Mark Meadows, the effects of the potential SCOTUS ruling on presidential immunity, what constitutes obstruction of an official proceeding, and the trial schedule.  The #Sisters then explain the factors behind the $148 million ruling against Rudy Giuliani for...
1hr 3m Dec 16, 2023
1hr 3m
160: Trump, Texas & Tax Evasion
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to give you a legal roundup of the latest developments in Trump world by covering the civil suit settlement and criminal charges filed against fake electors, and the rejection of Donald’s immunity appeal.  Then, the #Sisters discuss an abortion case in Texas challenging its strict ban that resulted in improper pressure from A.G. Paxton, and how things might go if...
1hr 5m Dec 09, 2023
1hr 5m
159: Still On The Ledge
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to memorialize Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and discuss this week’s legal news.  First, they look at the latest developments in Trump’s cases including the rejection of his trial dismissal attempt, his renewed gag order, and a court ruling that he is civilly liable for the events of January 6th.  Then, they cover the ruling to stop private action under Section 2 ...
1hr 7m Dec 02, 2023
1hr 7m
158: Thankful For Our Listeners
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts a special Thanksgiving episode of #SistersInLaw to share how they celebrate the holiday and answer the excellent thought provoking questions from you!  They cover anything and everything, from the resignation of George Santos, to the conviction of Paul Pelosi’s attacker, how to handle Judge Cannon, why the law has so much Latin, the 14th Amendment based attempts to k...
49m Nov 25, 2023
49m
157: SCOTUS COTUS
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to cover the latest developments in Trump’s New York fraud case, including his failed attempt to have it dismissed, the relevance of expert witness testimony, and the reasoning behind the rescinded gag order.  Then they analyze how the lack of a protective order in the Fulton County RICO case led to leaks that might bias a jury and compare Trump’s treatment to co...
1hr Nov 18, 2023
1hr
156: Finally, Some Good News
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to dive into the latest developments in the Trump courtroom saga by analyzing the witness testimony given by Donald and Ivanka and the effect of cameras being barred from the courtroom.  From there, the #Sisters discuss the efforts by Hunter Biden to go on legal offense against wide ranging defamatory statements against him, including linking him to Hamas’ at...
59m Nov 11, 2023
59m