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Steve Vladeck

Professor of law at Georgetown University Law Center. Expert in national security law, constitutional law, and federal courts.

Top 10 podcasts with Steve Vladeck

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23 snips
Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 38min

Ketanji Brown Jackson Sounds the Alarm

In a compelling discussion, Steve Vladeck, a Georgetown Law professor and Substack author, Mike Sacks, a former legal journalist and congressional candidate, and Bec Ingber, a legal scholar and ex-counselor on international law, delve into pressing legal issues. They tackle the implications of military intervention and the War Powers Resolution, dissect recent Supreme Court decisions, and highlight Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's vision for the court's future. Their insights on corporate influence and the erosion of judicial integrity shed light on today's legal landscape.
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Jul 3, 2025 • 1h

Supreme Court Term Roundup

Steve Vladeck, a law professor and author of The Shadow Docket, teams up with Sarah Isgur, SCOTUSblog editor and legal analyst, to dissect the latest Supreme Court term. They dive into the implications of justices' decisions on executive power and judicial transparency. The pair also highlights recent rulings impacting immigration and birthright citizenship while speculating on the court's future direction. Their insights reveal the powerful dynamics at play within the Court and the ongoing challenges to judicial legitimacy.
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Jul 2, 2025 • 1h 2min

Our All-Star SCOTUS End-of-Term Breakfast Table

Jamelle Bouie, an opinion columnist at The New York Times, Sherrilyn Ifill, a civil rights lawyer and founding director at Howard University, and Steve Vladeck, a Georgetown Law professor, join the discussion. They dive deep into the Supreme Court's recent term, unpacking the major rulings on reproductive rights and LGBTQ issues. The panel critiques the shadow docket's implications, explores the evolving judicial integrity, and highlights the importance of historical context in court decisions. Their insights reflect broader trends affecting marginalized voices and judicial activism.
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Feb 7, 2025 • 55min

President Trump’s Executive Orders

Steve Vladeck, a law professor and CNN Supreme Court analyst, teams up with Gary Schmitt, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, to dissect President Trump's executive orders since January 2025. They delve into legal challenges surrounding appropriated funds and the tension between Congressional authority and executive power. The duo discusses controversial orders affecting gender definitions and military policy, as well as the implications of a new advisory board at USAID. Their insights reveal the ongoing constitutional battles shaping American governance.
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Jul 6, 2024 • 1h 2min

Opinionpalooza: The Supreme Court End-of-Term Breakfast Table

Dahlia Lithwick, Mark Joseph Stern, Steve Vladeck, and Mary Anne Franks analyze monumental Supreme Court decisions, justices' perspectives, and dissents. They discuss originalism, policy areas, expertise, J. Edgar Hoover's legacy, tone of opinions, and concerns about democracy and ethics.
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Jan 29, 2025 • 1h 2min

A Coup By Any Other Name (feat. Steve Vladeck)

Steve Vladeck, a Georgetown law professor and constitutional expert, dives into the tumultuous political climate sparked by Trump's recent actions to wield congressional power. He discusses the legal challenges faced by transgender service members and critiques Trump’s efforts to undermine diversity initiatives. Vladeck unpacks the implications of halting federal appropriations and the struggle for federal employees amidst new policies. The conversation blends serious legal analysis with insights on maintaining resilience in today’s volatile environment.
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May 10, 2024 • 1h 6min

Ep 28 — Throwing Shade on the Supreme Court (Feat. Steve Vladeck)

Law professor Steve Vladeck and author Lisa Needham discuss The Shadow Docket, Supreme Court legitimacy, and reform. Topics include structural flaws of the Supreme Court, behavior of Justices Kavanaugh, Barrett, and Roberts, legal battles on women's health and abortion laws, Fifth Circuit controversies, and conservative judges' impact on clerkship opportunities.
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Jul 24, 2023 • 57min

Shining Light on the Shadow Docket

Leah, Kate, and Melissa talk to Steve Vladeck, author of 'The Shadow Docket: How the Supreme Court Uses Stealth Rulings to Amass Power and Undermine the Republic', about the Supreme Court's secretive shadow docket and its impact on issues like LGBTQ+ rights, abortion, and COVID orders. They discuss the historical development of the shadow docket, the role of William Howard Taft in shaping it, and incidents involving Supreme Court justices. The chapter also mentions the podcast's sponsors and raises concerns about the court's inconsistent behavior on the shadow docket.
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May 22, 2023 • 23min

In Brief: The Supreme Court’s “Shadow Docket” (with Steve Vladeck)

What is the Supreme Court’s “shadow docket” and why does it matter? Preet speaks with Steve Vladeck, a professor at the University of Texas School of Law and the author of “The Shadow Docket: How the Supreme Court Uses Stealth Rulings to Amass Power and Undermine the Republic.” References & Supplemental Materials: Steve Vladeck, “The Shadow Docket,” Barnes & Noble, 5/16/23 “Major Questions Doctrine,” Congressional Research Service, 11/2/22 FDA v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine, Supreme Court, 4/21/23 Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please write to us with your thoughts and questions at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.For analysis of recent legal news, try the CAFE Insider membership for just $1 for one month: cafe.com/insider. Check out other CAFE shows Now & Then and Up Against the Mob.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jul 2, 2025 • 1h 2min

Amicus | Our All-Star SCOTUS End-of-Term Breakfast Table

Join legal experts Steve Vladeck, Sherrilyn Ifill, and Jamelle Bouie as they dissect the Supreme Court's recent term. Vladeck highlights the erosion of public trust amidst significant rulings, while Ifill warns of the implications for civil rights and judicial integrity. Bouie adds historical context, examining how originalism can marginalize voices in legal history. The trio critically assesses the court’s conservative majority and its impact on democracy, education, and the relationship between law and politics.

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