Stay Tuned with Preet

Few people know more about Vladimir Putin — and his financial schemes — than Bill Browder. Browder, an investor and a political activist, is the architect of the Magnitsky Act, which allows the US government to sanction foreign nationals who have perpetrated human rights abuses. He joins Preet to discuss his new book, Freezing Order: A True Story of Russian Money Laundering, State-Sponsored Murder, and Surviving Vladimir Putin's Wrath. Plus, the federal case against the Brooklyn subway shooter, the utility of the Jan. 6 Committee’s referrals to DOJ, and a civics lesson on the US court system.  In the Insider bonus, Browder tells Preet what he really thinks about lawyers. To listen, try the membership for just $1 for one month: cafe.com/insider.For show notes and a transcript of the episode, head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/up-against-putin-with-bill-browder/Vote for Stay Tuned with Preet in the 2022 Webby Awards.Attend Preet’s free live conversation with New York City mayor Eric Adams on 4/26.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with 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

The January 6th Capitol attack, the Brooklyn subway shooting, and the indictment of since-resigned New York Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin are in the headlines this week.In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce break down the SDNY indictment of former NY Lt. Gov. Benjamin on bribery and fraud charges for allegedly taking part in an illegal campaign fundraising scheme.In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: – The obstruction of Congress conviction of a January 6th defendant who tried to blame former President Donald Trump for his actions; and– The federal terrorism charge for the Brooklyn subway shooting.Stay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership for one month for $1.00: 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. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Vote for Stay Tuned with Preet, Webby AwardsAttend Preet’s live conversation with New York City mayor Eric Adams“The Chauvin Prosecutors (with Jerry Blackwell and Steve Schleicher),” Stay Tuned with Preet, 5/6/21United States v. Brian Benjamin, U.S. District Court Southern District of New York, indictment, 4/12/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Yergin, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and energy expert, shares intriguing insights into the volatile global oil market shaped by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He discusses the future of electric vehicles and the U.S. shale revolution, revealing geopolitical dynamics that influence gasoline prices. Yergin recounts a tense moment with Vladimir Putin at a St. Petersburg conference and examines the role of oil giants in tackling climate change. The conversation also touches on America's energy independence and its implications for national security.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and Steve Bannon are making headlines this week.In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce break down a Michigan jury’s acquittal of two men charged with conspiring to kidnap Governor Whitmer in 2020.In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: – The court filing in which Attorney General James asked a judge to hold Donald Trump in contempt for failing to provide documents in her investigation into Trump’s business dealings;– A federal judge’s decision to preclude Bannon from arguing at his contempt of Congress criminal trial that he was following the advice of his lawyer when he failed to comply with a January 6th Committee subpoena; and – The utility of a criminal referral from the January 6th Committee to DOJ.Stay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership for one month for $1.00: 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. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Vote for Stay Tuned with Preet, Webby AwardsUnited States v. Adam Fox et al., U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan, indictment, 10/6/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Stiller, a comedic powerhouse and humanitarian, joins Garry Kasparov, the chess grandmaster and political analyst, alongside Alexander Vindman, a retired Army Lt. Colonel and author. They discuss the psychological tactics of Putin and the resilience of Ukraine amid conflict. The conversation highlights the crucial role of humor in dark times, blending anecdotes and serious analysis. They explore how satire serves as a weapon against oppression and the complexities surrounding nuclear strategies in contemporary geopolitics.

Join David Frum, a seasoned conservative commentator for The Atlantic, as he delves into the political ramifications of the Ukraine war on U.S. policy and the rising influence of congressional internet celebrities. He discusses the urgency of accountability surrounding the January 6th investigations and the contentious debate about banning congressional stock trading. Frum also reflects on the interplay of misinformation in politics and the motivations driving extreme political actions as the landscape shifts ahead of the 2024 elections.

The January 6th Committee, Attorney General Merrick Garland, and Jared Kushner are making headlines this week.In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce break down reports indicating that the Department of Justice is expanding the January 6th investigations to include people who funded and planned that day’s events. They also discuss the likelihood that Garland feels pressure from the Committee to intensify investigations.In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: – The utility of a criminal referral from the January 6th Committee to DOJ about former President Donald Trump;– The forthcoming House vote on whether to hold former Trump aides Dan Scavino & Peter Navarro in contempt for defying Committee subpoenas;– The Committee’s recent meeting with Jared Kushner; and– The reports indicating that the Committee will not issue subpoenas to members of Congress.Stay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership for one month for $1.00: 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. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Vote for Stay Tuned with Preet, Webby Awards“Justice Dept. expands Jan. 6 probe to look at rally prep, financing,” WaPo, 3/30/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Urban, author of the blog "Wait But Why," dives into the intriguing psychology of procrastination, describing the internal struggle between the 'instant gratification monkey' and the 'rational decision maker.' He shares insights on how societal pressures and pluralistic ignorance shape our beliefs and behaviors. The conversation also touches on the ramifications of a recent court ruling regarding attorney-client privilege linked to Donald Trump and a seven-hour gap in his phone logs. Urban argues that artificial intelligence poses a greater existential threat than climate change.

The January 6th Committee, John Eastman, and Ginni Thomas are making headlines this week.This week on the CAFE Insider podcast, Dan Goldman guest co-hosts with Joyce Vance. Dan served as House Majority Counsel during the first impeachment of Donald Trump, and before that, he was an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York under Preet. In this sample from the episode, Joyce and Dan break down a federal judge’s determination that Trump likely committed crimes in his efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. They also discuss the impact this court decision might have on a potential criminal investigation into Trump and his allies.In the full episode, Joyce and Dan discuss: – The challenges associated with prosecuting Trump for his involvement in the insurrection;– The texts Ginni Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, sent to Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, in which she pressed Meadows to help overturn the election results; and– The reports that Jared Kushner will meet with the January 6th Committee later this week.Get tickets to Stay Tuned with Preet live show in NYC on March 31, featuring Preet in conversation with Ben Stiller, Garry Kasparov, and special guest Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman (Ret.): cafe.com/eventsStay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership for one month for $1.00: 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. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Tickets to Stay Tuned with Preet Live featuring Ben Stiller, Garry Kasparov, and Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman (Ret.)John Eastman v. Benni Thompson et al., U.S. District Court Central District of California, order re privilege of documents dated January 4-7, 2021, 3/28/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeffrey Rosen, President and CEO of the National Constitution Center and esteemed Supreme Court expert, dives into the political dynamics surrounding Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation hearings. He discusses the implications for judicial representation and the contentious topics of abortion rights and affirmative action. Rosen humorously addresses concerns about the increasing politicization of the judiciary and what it means for the future of the Supreme Court, making this conversation both critical and engaging.