The Lawfare Podcast
The Lawfare Institute
The Lawfare Podcast features discussions with experts, policymakers, and opinion leaders at the nexus of national security, law, and policy. On issues from foreign policy, homeland security, intelligence, and cybersecurity to governance and law, we have doubled down on seriousness at a time when others are running away from it. Visit us at www.lawfareblog.com.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 9, 2024 • 41min
Juliette Kayyem on the Baltimore Bridge Collapse and Crisis Management
Crisis management expert Juliette Kayyem discusses the Baltimore Bridge Collapse aftermath, highlighting the importance of preparedness and crisis management for critical infrastructure resilience. Topics include response strategies, economic costs, hazardous materials handling, and the need for continuous improvement in disaster planning.
Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 3min
Jim Dempsey and John Carlin on U.S. Cybersecurity Law and Policy: There’s a Lot Going On
Jim Dempsey and John Carlin discuss U.S. cybersecurity law and policy on the podcast. They cover topics such as the SEC's cyber disclosure rule, preventing access to sensitive personal data, and disruption efforts like LockBit and Volt Typhoon.
Apr 7, 2024 • 1h 5min
Rational Security: The “Going Once, Going Twice” Edition
Lawfare Executive Editor Natalie Orpett joins Alan and Quinta to discuss the week's national security news, from Trump's attacks triggering expanded gag orders to Israel's chaotic events, including strikes in Syria and Gaza. They dive into disinformation challenges and the Middle East's increasing turmoil.
Apr 6, 2024 • 1h 32min
Trump's Trials and Tribulations: Trump Gagged Once Again
Lawfare Editor-in-Chief Benjamin Wittes and guests discuss legal proceedings involving Trump, including denials of motions, gag orders, bar disciplinary hearings, and constitutional implications. They explore the challenges faced by judges in handling Trump's cases and the thin line between constitutionally protected activities and criminal intent. Audience questions on gag orders and discussions on appellate issues add depth to the analysis.
Apr 6, 2024 • 51min
Lawfare Archive: An Assassination in Iran
Experts discuss the Israeli assassination of an Iranian nuclear scientist, its legality, potential reprisals, and impact on U.S.-Iran relations. They analyze Israeli operations, historical context, and financial optimizations, and speculate on U.S. involvement. Anticipated responses from Iran and geopolitical considerations are also explored, highlighting the complexity of negotiations under the Biden administration.
Apr 5, 2024 • 38min
How Congressional Staffers Helped Our Afghan Allies
Anne Meeker, author of a report on congressional staffers aiding Afghan allies during the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, discusses the challenges faced, varying approaches among offices, coordinating evacuations, emotional strain on case workers, and the need for support and resources from Congress.
Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 23min
Chatter: Why Foreign Policy Elites Matter with Elizabeth Saunders
Elizabeth Saunders, political science professor, discusses the influence of foreign policy elites on presidents and public opinion. Topics include differences between Democratic and Republican elites, hypothetical scenarios like Al Gore's decision on Iraq, pop culture representations of elites, and how polarization affects their influence.
Apr 4, 2024 • 36min
Paul Beckett on the Evan Gershkovich Case
Former Washington Bureau Chief Paul Beckett discusses the case of Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal correspondent arrested in Russia on false spying charges. Topics include the deplorable conditions in Evan's Moscow prison cell, the challenges faced in advocating for his release, the impact on the newsroom, communication with Evan, negotiations for his freedom, and the importance of support networks and collective action.
Apr 3, 2024 • 57min
Contestability in Government AI Systems
Discussing the contestability of government AI systems, Jim Dempsey and Ece Kamar explore challenges in transparency, fairness, and due process. They emphasize the need for checks and balances, stakeholder involvement, and training for effective AI governance.
Apr 2, 2024 • 50min
Data Privacy and Consumer Protection with the FTC’s Ben Wiseman
Ben Wiseman, from the FTC, discusses the agency's focus on health, location, and kids' privacy, the importance of data privacy and security rulemaking, and looking beyond financial penalties to protect consumers.
