Stay Tuned with Preet

How does religion influence our politics? Preet speaks with Ryan Burge, a pastor, data analyst, and political science professor at Eastern Illinois University focused on religion and politics. They discuss the rapid decrease in American religious affiliation, how religious groups are becoming more polarized, and what it all means for our elections. Plus, Preet reacts to testimony by former Trump Chief of Staff Mark Meadows who is seeking to transfer the Georgia state prosecution to federal court. Don’t miss the Insider bonus, where Preet and Burge discuss the relationship between religion and sports, and how Burge caught a student using ChatGPT in his classroom. To listen, become a member of CAFE Insider for $1 for the first month. Head to cafe.com/insider. For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/losing-our-religion-with-ryan-burge/ 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

Former US Attorneys Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the speedy trial demands made by Trump's co-defendants in the Georgia prosecution. They also dive into Trump's opposition to the expedited trial schedule and his motion to sever his case from the co-defendants seeking a speedy trial. Other topics include Mark Meadows's testimony, the 2024 trial date for Trump's election interference case, disqualifying Trump from running for president, and Rudy Giuliani's defamation ruling.

Longtime New York Times columnist Frank Bruni joins Preet to discuss a few of his favorite topics: food, politics, and language. Bruni also talks about an unusual medical ailment that inspired him to write a book, and how AI tools like ChatGPT will impact the field of writing. This episode first aired on January 26, 2023. For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/revisiting-politics-punditry-and-restaurants-with-frank-bruni/ Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with the hashtag #AskPreet, email us your questions and comments 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

Tina Cordova, co-founder of the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium, joins Preet to discuss the movement for acknowledgement and justice for the 'downwinders' who suffered health issues due to the first nuclear bomb test in New Mexico. They explore the government's response, lack of compensation, and the consequences of the nuclear industry. They also share emotional reactions to a film reenacting the test and highlight the downwinders' patriotism and sacrifices in seeking justice.+

Chuck Rosenberg, a veteran of the Justice Department, discusses the four Trump prosecutions, the Hunter Biden investigation, and the integrity of the Justice Department. They also delve into the use of RICO in prosecuting criminal organizations and commend the bravery of the Maui community.

Former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows's notice of removal in a Georgia criminal case, Georgia's unique legal system including the publication of grand jurors' names, analysis of the role of the judge in transferring a case to federal court, and the advantages of federal court trials.

Physicist and superconductor expert Richard Greene joins Preet to discuss the recent buzz around a room temperature superconductor, its potential impact on technology and daily life, the different types of materials tested for superconductivity, the use of AI in the search for a room temperature superconductor, and the challenges and possibilities for their development in the future.

Greg Ip, chief economics commentator at The Wall Street Journal, discusses the likelihood of a US recession, inflation containment, and President Biden’s growth strategy. They also address Trump's indictment, a special counsel appointment, and changing attitudes towards work-life balance. The economic outlook, market optimism, AI's impact on the workplace, and the concept of Bidenomics are analyzed. The chapter concludes with a discussion on improving economic literacy and understanding pardons in Georgia.

To listen to a free special episode of CAFE Insider discussing the 4th indictment of Donald Trump, head to cafe.com/Georgia and enter your email.In this episode, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the Fulton County, Georgia indictment of Trump over his alleged attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election in the state. They discuss:– The decision by Fulton County DA Fani Willis to level racketeering charges against Trump and 18 co-defendants;– The overlap between this case and special counsel Jack Smith’s federal case against Trump in connection with the 2020 election;– The other charges against Trump and his co-defendants, including Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows, Jeffrey Clark, Sidney Powell, and Jenna Ellis; and– The intricate logistics of orchestrating a criminal trial involving 19 defendants. To listen to the full episode for free, head to cafe.com/Georgia and enter your email.Stay informed. For analysis of the most important legal and political issues of our time, become a member of CAFE Insider: www.cafe.com/insider. You’ll get access to full episodes of the podcast, and other exclusive benefits.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE Studios and Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down Mississippi’s lifetime felon voting ban. The court held that the Jim Crow-era law violates the 8th Amendment of the Constitution, which prohibits “cruel and unusual punishment.” What could this new legal justification mean for enfranchisement across the country? Preet speaks with Sean Morales-Doyle, Director of the Voting Rights Program at the Brennan Center for Justice.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