
Steve Vladek
Law professor at Georgetown University and legal scholar of the American court system. Author of the book 'The Shadow Docket'.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 48min
What the Supreme Court Does in the Shadows
Steve Vladek, a law professor at Georgetown University and author of 'The Shadow Docket,' delves into the significant but often unnoticed impact of the Supreme Court's shadow docket. He discusses how this mechanism has become more prevalent since the Trump administration, influencing key rulings on immigration and other critical issues. The conversation also touches on the court's expanding power over life and death matters and the contentious nature of emergency rulings, all while challenging the public's trust and accountability within the judicial system.

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Mar 19, 2025 • 37min
What Mahmoud Khalil's arrest means for ... everyone
Join legal expert Steve Vladek and student journalist Claudia Steinhardt as they dive into the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a green card holder and pro-Palestinian activist. They discuss the chilling implications for free speech and the constitutional rights of immigrants. Khalil's case ignites debates on campus activism, legal complexities, and the impact of U.S. immigration policy. Claudia shares her firsthand experiences amid rising tensions at Columbia University, highlighting the emotional toll on students and the ongoing struggle for civil liberties.

Nov 24, 2023 • 48min
The Supreme Court's Shadow Docket
Ramteen Adabloui, a contributor to NPR's history podcast ThruLine, joins law professor Steve Vladek to explore the Supreme Court's shadow docket. They discuss its rise and the lack of transparency in critical decisions, contrasting this with historical Court dynamics and public opinion. The duo examines how emergency rulings are increasingly made without thorough scrutiny, impacting vital policies on reproductive rights and COVID-19 measures. They also advocate for rethinking the Court's role to ensure better checks between judicial authority and democratic principles.