

Fixing the Supreme Court
Aug 22, 2024
David Lat, a legal expert and author of 'Supreme Ambitions,' discusses pivotal Supreme Court trends and his insights into the shadow docket. He explores the court's shifting approval ratings, the implications of its decisions, and the evolving philosophy of originalism. Lat shares advice for law students navigating today's political landscapes and reflects on writing female protagonists as a male author. The conversation also touches on the intersection of legal accuracy in entertainment and the complexities of modern legal thrillers.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Evolving Dilemmas of the Supreme Court's Emergency Docket
02:08 • 14min
Shifting Cultural Landscapes and Supreme Court Dynamics
15:59 • 6min
The Evolving Landscape of Originalism and Law School Dynamics
21:39 • 14min
Navigating the Nexus of Fiction and Reality
35:19 • 12min
The Evolution of Legal Thrillers
47:41 • 12min
The Complexity of Modern Protagonists in Storytelling
59:55 • 4min