Saikrishna Prakash
Constitutional law scholar and author of The Presidential Pardon, discussing the history and contemporary controversies around presidential pardon powers as interviewed on the program.
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Jun 12, 2025 • 58min
Executive Authority: Presidential Power From America’s Founding to Today
Saikrishna Prakash, a law expert from the University of Virginia, and Gillian Metzger, a scholar at Columbia Law School, delve into the evolution of presidential power from the Founding Fathers’ intentions to modern interpretations. They debate the unitary executive theory and its implications for independent agencies. The discussion highlights historical tensions between Congress and the presidency, exploring how recent court rulings, including cases involving Trump, shape contemporary views on executive authority and compliance with legal constraints.
Dec 16, 2025 • 56min
Former US Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker
Tymofiy Milovanov, former Ukrainian economy minister, discusses Ukraine's security demands and the complex implications of using frozen Russian assets. Yousef Sweid, an actor and playwright, shares the personal stories behind his one-man play exploring his Palestinian-Israeli identity. Saikrishna Prakash, a constitutional law scholar, dives into the controversial history and modern uses of presidential pardons, highlighting their partisan influences and potential for abuse. These discussions cover the intersection of politics, identity, and governance.
