
Pat Parenteau
Environmental law professor at Vermont Law and Graduate School offering expertise on offshore wind projects and related litigation.
Top 10 podcasts with Pat Parenteau
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Sep 27, 2025 • 40min
Weekend Law: Comey Indicted, Wind Farms & Hate Speech
Robert Mintz, a former federal prosecutor, analyzes the unprecedented indictment of James Comey, discussing its rarity and political implications. Pat Parenteau, an environmental law expert, shares insights on a federal judge's ruling permitting a Rhode Island wind farm to proceed, despite prior government halts, and highlights broader attacks on renewable energy. Timothy Zick, a First Amendment scholar, delves into the complexities of free speech, explaining why hate speech is generally protected under U.S. law and the challenges surrounding its definition.

May 6, 2025 • 35min
DOJ Sues Blue States Over Suits Against Big Oil
Pat Parenteau, an environmental law professor at Vermont Law and Graduate School, discusses the Trump administration's lawsuit against four blue states for their climate-related legal actions. He highlights the constitutional battle over state rights versus federal intervention in climate accountability. Carl Tobias, a legal expert from the University of Richmond Law School, shares insights on Trump's judicial appointments, including potential impacts on the judiciary's ability to address significant legal and environmental challenges. The conversation emphasizes the complexities at the intersection of law and climate policy.

May 2, 2025 • 37min
Weekend Law: Religious Schools, Endangered Species & Justice Scolds Lawyer
Caroline Mala Corbin, a First Amendment expert from the University of Miami, dives into the implications of the Oklahoma religious charter school case, highlighting the constitutional questions surrounding taxpayer funding. Pat Parenteau, an environmental law authority, discusses the alarming decline of endangered species, focusing on the Trump administration's habitat protection rollbacks. Meanwhile, Bloomberg Law's Kimberly Strawbridge Robinson shares insights from intense Supreme Court arguments, showcasing the emotional stakes and decorum challenges faced by attorneys.

Apr 29, 2025 • 40min
Endangered Species at Risk & Immigration
Pat Parenteau, an environmental law expert and professor at the Vermont Law and Graduate School, discusses the Trump administration's proposed revisions to the Endangered Species Act that threaten fragile species like the monarch butterfly. Leon Fresco, an immigration law expert at Holland & Knight, dives into recent immigration policies and legal challenges, including controversial cases of deportation and the complexities of family rights. The conversation highlights the intersection of environmental and immigration law amidst shifting regulations.

Mar 27, 2025 • 36min
Ghost Guns & 23andMe Genetic Data Risk
Greg Stohr, Bloomberg's Supreme Court reporter, shares insights on the court's ruling regulating ghost guns, sparking discussion on firearm laws. Collin Walke, cybersecurity expert, reveals the pitfalls of 23andMe's bankruptcy, especially regarding user data risks and genetic privacy. Environmental law professor Pat Parenteau analyzes a defamation verdict against Greenpeace, which could jeopardize the organization’s future activism. These topics unveil the intersections of law, technology, and environmental advocacy.

Jan 31, 2025 • 38min
Funding Confusion, Climate Whiplash & Fish Caught in Culture Wars
In this discussion, Alex Hontos, a former Justice Department attorney, sheds light on the implications of Trump's funding freeze and potential legal challenges against it. Pat Parenteau, an environmental law professor, delves into the complexities of Trump's executive orders affecting energy policy, emphasizing their long-term consequences. Meanwhile, sociologist Caleb Scoville explores the political turmoil surrounding the Delta smelt, illustrating how this tiny fish has become a contentious symbol in California's environmental and agricultural debates.

Jan 28, 2025 • 40min
10 Commandments & Trump Climate Whiplash
Caroline Mala Corbin, a First Amendment law expert from the University of Miami, discusses the contentious Louisiana law mandating Ten Commandments postings in schools, emphasizing its constitutional challenges. Pat Parenteau, an environmental law scholar from Vermont Law and Graduate School, critiques Trump's energy policies, focusing on the implications of executive orders that favor fossil fuels over renewable resources. Together, they unravel critical intersections of law, religion, and climate policy.

Nov 14, 2024 • 40min
Trump to Roll Back Climate Gains & Laken Riley Murder Trial
Pat Parenteau, an environmental law expert and professor at Vermont Law & Graduate School, discusses how a second Trump administration could reshape U.S. environmental policies, particularly focusing on the rollback of climate regulations and the impact on energy strategies. Meanwhile, criminal defense attorney Lauren Johnson Norris dives into the complex murder trial of Jose Ibarra, shedding light on the legal intricacies and the trial's connection to immigration debates, highlighting community sentiments and the implications for women's safety.

Jul 17, 2024 • 38min
Senator Menendez Convicted & Youth Climate Suits
Bloomberg legal reporter discusses Senator Menendez's conviction on bribery charges, while environmental law expert talks about youth climate change lawsuits. They delve into the complexities of the cases, legal battles faced, and potential future implications, all hosted by June Grasso.

Apr 30, 2024 • 36min
Will Boeing Be Prosecuted & EPA Power Plant Rules
Bloomberg's Greg Farrell discusses Boeing's deferred prosecution agreement and potential legal consequences. Pat Parenteau delves into the new EPA power plant rules. Topics include whistleblower testimony, victims' rights, proposed EPA regulations, and challenges with carbon emissions and grid stability.