Stay Tuned with Preet

Former Senator and NBA champion Bill Bradley reflects on his life's path, lessons learned about basketball, politics, and our shared humanity. They discuss the DOJ's handling of legal proceedings involving a sitting president and the potential scenario of a convicted Trump being elected president. The impact of a role model, connecting with the audience, conflict on TikTok, optimism for the country, and a farewell message are also discussed.

Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance dissect special counsel Robert Hur's report on President Biden's handling of classified documents. They discuss the controversy surrounding personal information in the report and the justice department's role in elections. The chapter also explores the pressure and redactions in the report, as well as Trump's refusal of an interview and Biden's upcoming interview with the special counsel's office.

Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank, discusses the bank's shift towards focusing on climate change and pandemics. They explore the role and function of the World Bank, its structure and governance, and the importance of government agencies in addressing climate change. They also touch upon cybersecurity and proposals for improvement.

Jared Cohen is the author of the new book “Life After Power: Seven Presidents and Their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House.” The book explores how former presidents—from Thomas Jefferson to George Bush—transition after reaching the height of power. Cohen joins me to discuss the lives of these seven men and what we can learn from them about power, change, and purpose. Plus, will Trump appeal the DC Circuit Court of Appeals’s decision in his absolute immunity defense to the Supreme Court? And, what should we make of Fulton County DA Fani Willis’s response to the relationship allegations between her and special prosecutor Nathan Wade? For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/jared-cohen-life-after-power-book/Have a question for Preet? Ask @PreetBharara on Threads, or Twitter with the hashtag #AskPreet. Email us at staytuned@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussion on the court's ruling that Trump is not immune from prosecution, examining his claims of immunity and the principle of equality before the law, importance of the Lee case in relation to presidential authority, arguments on accountability for former presidents, and analysis of a judge's ruling on presidential immunity.

Abbie VanSickle, a journalist covering the Supreme Court at the New York Times, joins Preet to discuss the upcoming Supreme Court case on homelessness in Oregon. They explore the legal implications of criminalizing basic needs, debate over whether homelessness should be considered a conduct or a status, and discuss the potential consequences of the court's decision. They also touch on the timeline for a Supreme Court ruling on the case.

Garrett Graff, journalist and author of UFO: The Inside Story of the US Government's Search for Alien Life, discusses alien contact, conspiracy theories, and the recent resurgence in UFO interest. They also address trials involving Trump, defamation suits, and government secrecy on UFOs.

Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the Supreme Court ruling on border patrol, NY jury's verdict against Trump for defamation, and Peter Navarro's prison sentence for defying subpoena.

Supreme Court expert Steve Vladeck and emergency medicine physician Dara Kass join Preet to discuss pending cases on whether doctors are required to perform emergency abortions in states with strict anti-abortion laws. They explore the legalities, options for individuals with ectopic pregnancies, and the challenges surrounding recent abortion laws. They emphasize the importance of ensuring access to necessary medical procedures and express gratitude to their guests and production team at the end of the podcast.

Karen Tumulty, political columnist for The Washington Post, discusses the challenges of dethroning Trump in the primary season. They also touch on lawyers' responsibilities in dealing with clients like Trump, the lack of suspense in the New Hampshire primary, and the potential impact of America turning towards authoritarianism. The discussion highlights the importance of media literacy and separating facts from disinformation.