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Preet Bharara
Join former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara as he breaks down legal topics in the news and engages thought leaders in a podcast about power, policy, and justice.From CAFE Studios and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 15min
CAFE Insider 2/27: Embryos & Gag Orders
Legal and ethical complexities surrounding frozen embryos as children under Alabama law are discussed. The podcast also covers Manhattan DA's gag order request against Trump and challenges to Mar-a-Lago documents charges. Stay informed on legal and political issues by becoming a CAFE Insider member.

Feb 26, 2024 • 25min
Two Years of the Russia-Ukraine War (with Dr. Evelyn Farkas)
Dr. Evelyn Farkas discusses the brutal tactics used in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the shifting relationship between the right-wing and Russia, the impact of sanctions on Russia's elite, and the potential risks of a Trump second presidency on US and Ukraine relations.

Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 7min
The State of Our Scandals (with Jake Tapper)
Jake Tapper and Preet discuss political scandals, Supreme Court case selection, Trump's trial date impact, survival tactics in scandals, international conflicts, and a tribute to Alexei Novalini in an engaging episode.

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Feb 19, 2024 • 24min
On Being Civil (with Alexandra Hudson)
Writer and author Alexandra Hudson discusses the importance of civility, the difference between politeness and civility, and the influence of figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Larry David. The conversation explores the role of civility in protest movements, the need for genuine respect, love, and personal responsibility in democracy.

Feb 15, 2024 • 57min
On Basketball, Politics & Life (with Bill Bradley)
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.

Feb 14, 2024 • 17min
CAFE Insider 2/13: The Hur Report
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.

Feb 12, 2024 • 34min
Leading the World Bank (with Ajay Banga)
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.

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 10min
Unbecoming the President (with Jared Cohen)
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

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Feb 6, 2024 • 15min
CAFE Insider 2/6: No Immunity for Citizen Trump
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.

Feb 5, 2024 • 19min
Homelessness Heads to SCOTUS (with Abbie VanSickle)
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.


