Stay Tuned with Preet

In this podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss Trump's claims of immunity and efforts to disqualify him from running. They explore the legal arguments and potential consequences, including the debate on presidential immunity and prosecution. They also analyze the incentive structure for Joe Biden and the hypothetical scenario of ordering the assassination of a political opponent.

A Washington D.C. jury recently ordered Rudy Giuliani to pay $148 million to two election workers who he defamed after the 2020 election. Michael Gottlieb, who represented plaintiffs Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss in the litigation, joins Preet to discuss the significance of his clients’ victory and to detail what happens now to the former Trump attorney. 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, join the CAFE Insider community. Head to cafe.com/insider to join for just $1 for the first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Alberta, staff writer at The Atlantic and author of The Kingdom, The Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism, discusses the modern evangelical movement, the Republican party, federal sentencing guidelines, and personal transformations. They explore the history of the evangelical movement, the connection between evangelical Christianity and politics, and the lessons on finding happiness and meaning.

Professor Rachel Barkow discusses upcoming Supreme Court cases, including challenges to the Chevron doctrine and the funding structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. They explore the implications and potential outcomes of these cases, as well as the broader significance for individuals and industries.

Kara Swisher interviews Rockefeller Foundation President Rajiv Shah, discussing climate change solutions, billionaire philanthropy, and the UN Climate Conference. They explore the rise of tech-financed philanthropy, the challenges of reaching global agreements, and the role of AI in climate change. The chapter also emphasizes the responsibility of billionaires in solving societal problems and the importance of local solutions and innovative technologies in addressing climate change.

Harvard Professor Jill Lepore discusses the failed prosecution of Jefferson Davis and the potential legal consequences for Ginni Thomas. They also explore scenarios where Trump is convicted, re-elected, and attempts to overturn his conviction. Topics include historical parallels, accountability, and the revival of Barnes & Noble. They address concerns about political violence, the importance of local reporting, and a lawsuit challenging Montana's environmental policy.

Supreme Court review of case involving obstruction statute used against January 6 rioters and Trump; House Republicans launch impeachment inquiry into President Biden; Supreme Court grants review in case on restrictions of abortion drug Mifepristone; Expedited schedule set for Trump's appeal of lower court's rejection of immunity defense; Rudy Giuliani ordered to pay $148 million for defaming Georgia election workers; Mark Meadows's request to move Georgia criminal charges rejected.

Film critic and journalist Scott Mendelson discusses the impact of streaming on the industry, how COVID-19 affected the box office, the rise of alternative viewing platforms, favorite movies of 2023, and upcoming film anticipation.

Finance writer Morgan Housel joins Preet to discuss the psychology of money and the motivations that can help and hurt investors. They also explore the problem with referring to federal judges by the presidents who appointed them, damages in the Rudy Giuliani defamation trial, and the podcast industry. Housel's new book Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes is discussed as well.

Special counsel Jack Smith's petition to the Supreme Court on whether a former president has absolute immunity from criminal prosecution is discussed by Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance. They also cover Trump's refusal to testify in a civil fraud trial and Hunter Biden's indictment on federal tax charges.