undefined

Rachel Barkow

NYU Law professor and author of Justice Abandoned: How the Supreme Court Ignored the Constitution and Enabled Mass Incarceration. Expert on criminal justice and sentencing.

Top 10 podcasts with Rachel Barkow

Ranked by the Snipd community
undefined
16 snips
Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 30min

SCOTUS Enables Government Destruction

In this engaging discussion, Rachel Barkow, NYU Law professor and author of Justice Abandoned, dives into the Supreme Court's troubling role in facilitating mass incarceration and ignoring constitutional rights. She highlights the consequences of recent rulings impacting government authority and civil servant protections. The conversation also touches on the historical context of punitive measures and plea bargaining, revealing the deep injustices within the legal system and the urgent need for reform in American criminal justice.
undefined
15 snips
May 13, 2025 • 12min

Habeas Corpus in Jeopardy (with Rachel Barkow)

Rachel Barkow, a prominent professor at NYU Law School and former U.S. Sentencing Commission member, dives into the alarming conversation around the potential suspension of habeas corpus, spotlighting comments from Trump advisor Stephen Miller. She emphasizes Congress's crucial role in safeguarding constitutional rights against executive overreach. The discussion also touches on the implications of political language surrounding habeas corpus and historical precedents for its limitation, all while reflecting on the legacy of Supreme Court Justice David Souter.
undefined
11 snips
Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 21min

Rachel Barkow: Did Trump and Biden Turn Pardons Into a Corrupt Joke?

Rachel Barkow, a law professor at NYU and author of *Justice Abandoned*, dives deep into the controversial use of presidential pardon power under Trump and Biden. She critiques Biden's end-of-term pardons and Trump's pardons for January 6 defendants, highlighting issues of nepotism and favoritism. Barkow also raises alarms about Supreme Court precedents affecting justice and discusses her experience clerking for Justice Antonin Scalia, revealing surprising bipartisan commonalities in their dialogue.
undefined
4 snips
May 22, 2025 • 1h 7min

Gorsuch Genie

In this engaging discussion, NYU law professor Rachel Barkow explores her book, 'Justice Abandoned'. She makes a compelling case about how key Supreme Court rulings have strayed from the Constitution, allowing mass incarceration to flourish. Listeners will delve into the complexities of originalism, the Eighth Amendment, and the impact of historical judicial attitudes. Barkow also shares her experiences as a law clerk for Justice Scalia, advocating for a reevaluation of the justice system. A thought-provoking genie tradeoff adds an intriguing twist!
undefined
Jul 3, 2024 • 1h 21min

Trump’s Immunity (with Joyce Vance, Rachel Barkow & Elie Honig)

Legal experts Joyce Vance, Rachel Barkow, and Elie Honig analyze the Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's immunity, discussing implications for criminal prosecutions and Trump's New York conviction. They also delve into other SCOTUS rulings related to January 6 prosecutions and the 'administrative state', with a bonus analysis on emergency abortions.
undefined
Mar 3, 2025 • 39min

SCOTUS & the Prison Pipeline (with Rachel Barkow)

Rachel Barkow, a NYU criminal law professor and CAFE contributor, unpacks the Supreme Court's role in mass incarceration in this insightful discussion. She addresses how historical decisions have paved the way for current injustices in the criminal justice system. Barkow critiques pretrial detention laws that undermine the presumption of innocence and examines the impact of political pressures on judicial decisions. She also discusses the Trump administration’s controversial criminal justice policies, highlighting the need for reform and accountability.
undefined
Aug 14, 2024 • 8min

Note from Rachel 8/14: Criminal Justice Reform Goes Mainstream

Rachel Barkow, a professor at NYU and former member of the United States Sentencing Commission, dives into the evolving landscape of criminal justice reform. She highlights the groundbreaking reforms in Minnesota championed by Governor Tim Walz, noting their bipartisan support. Barkow discusses innovative strategies aimed at reducing recidivism and enhancing public safety through a data-driven approach. Her insights shed light on how these reforms could set the tone for future legislation across the nation.
undefined
Jan 2, 2024 • 19min

CAFE Insider 1/2: Do Agencies Have Agency? (with Rachel Barkow)

Professor Rachel Barkow discusses upcoming Supreme Court cases, including challenges to the Chevron doctrine and the funding structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. They explore the implications and potential outcomes of these cases, as well as the broader significance for individuals and industries.
undefined
Nov 9, 2023 • 9min

Note from Rachel 11/09: The Road to Rahimi

Rachel Barkow, a Professor of Law at NYU School of Law, discusses the Supreme Court's decisions on gun regulations and the United States versus Rahimi case. She highlights the court's inconsistent treatment of the right to bear arms compared to other constitutional rights.
undefined
Oct 17, 2022 • 22min

In Brief: Biden's Pot Pardons (with Rachel Barkow)

Preet speaks with Rachel Barkow, a Professor at NYU School of Law and a leading voice on criminal justice issues, about President Biden’s decision to pardon everyone convicted on federal charges of simple marijuana possession. How big of a deal is this? And what does it mean for the rest of Biden’s criminal justice reform agenda?Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please let us know what you think! Email us at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.References & Supplemental Materials:“Statement from President Biden on Marijuana Reform,” White House, 10/6/22Drug Scheduling, DEA.gov“John Boehner: From Speaker of the House to Cannabis Pitchman,” NYT, 6/3/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app