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Climate Change on Trial

Ep. 9 | Straw Mann

Jan 31, 2024
The podcast discusses the controversy surrounding a controversial report in Michael Mann's defamation trial. It also explores issues such as late jurors, admissibility of reports, lack of authentication, establishing malice, validity of climate science, and updates on the court case.
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  • The recurring issue of late juror attendance reflects poorly on the judge and raises concerns about the courtroom's management.
  • The testimony of co-defendant Rand Simberg, with his sincere and serious demeanor, brings attention to the Penn State investigation and his expertise as an engineer.

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Overview of the Podcast Episode

This podcast episode provides a daily update from inside the DC defamation trial of Mark Stein, who is being sued by climate scientist Michael Mann. The episode covers the courtroom proceedings, including the issue of late juror attendance, the testimony of co-defendant Rand Simberg, and the arguments over the admissibility of certain reports. The podcast also includes reenactments of key exchanges from the trial. Throughout the episode, emphasis is placed on the potential impact of the trial on the reputation and credibility of the individuals involved.

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