Stay Tuned with Preet

John Carlin, top DOJ official in both the Obama and Trump administrations, joins Preet to discuss a recent assassination plot on US soil involving an Indian national and the implications for US-India relations. They also explore the strength of the case, potential trial challenges, ongoing investigations, and the possibility of armed conflict between countries.

Kara Swisher discusses the chaos at OpenAI and its implications for AI. They explore disbarment of Supreme Court justices and consultation among federal judges. The podcast delves into the origins and evolution of OpenAI, power dynamics within the company, and leadership in the tech industry. They also discuss the factors of success for tech company founders, the dangers of charisma, and the future of technology and AI. The speakers stress the importance of accountability in the tech industry.

Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling on the Voting Rights Act and developments in Donald Trump's Georgia prosecution, including a hearing on his motions to dismiss.

Adam Liptak, New York Times Supreme Court Correspondent, joins to discuss whether former President Trump's federal criminal trial should be televised. The episode explores the controversy surrounding the ban on broadcasting federal criminal proceedings, the impact of cameras on transparency and safety, and the irony of opposing cameras in the January 6th case. They also evaluate the potential impact of cameras in the Trump trial and the public's ability to evaluate his behavior.

Former federal prosecutors Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the oral arguments in Trump's challenge to a gag order. They also touch on the protective order in Trump's Georgia case, subpoenas in Hunter Biden's cases, and the House Ethics Committee report on Representative George Santos.

Prominent defense attorney Barry Berke joins Preet to discuss the lack of transparency in the US criminal justice system when it comes to notifying individuals that a case against them has been closed. They highlight the impact of this uncertainty on people's lives and businesses. They also discuss the challenges faced by prosecutors when there is not enough evidence to bring a charge and the concern of how it could be perceived as proof of innocence.

Fareed Zakaria discusses Israel-Hamas War, US role in the Middle East, state of play in Ukraine, and politics of the Southern border. They debate the legacy of the Khashoggi incident on Saudi Arabia's foreign policy and question the feasibility of eliminating a fighting group. They also explore geopolitical challenges in a changing world order and share a moving story about justice being done in Ukraine.

Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the Supreme Court's newly adopted Code of Conduct. They also address the leaked video of Jenna Ellis' deposition, opposition to televise Trump's trial, and the New York Attorney General's civil fraud trial against Trump.

Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler joins Preet to discuss President Biden's executive order on AI safety and security. They explore the national security aspect, challenges of regulating AI, and the need for agile oversight. The episode also includes an introduction to MetaQuest 3 and an announcement of a new cafe contributor.

Theoretical physicist Sean Carroll discusses the relationship between science and philosophy, delving into quantum mechanics and the possibility of parallel universes. They also touch on topics of David Weiss's testimony, Trump's revenge plans, and the compatibility between science and religion. The conversation explores the concept of time travel, both in movies and in theory, while also discussing the implications of quantum mechanics and the potential existential threat of AI.