Stay Tuned with Preet

Eric Adams, the Mayor of New York City and former police officer, discusses his journey as the city's second Black mayor and his vision for public safety and economic revitalization. He reflects on the complexities of the bail system and the importance of community standards in policing. Adams emphasizes the need for innovative responses to mental health crises and advocates for transparency in governance. The conversation also touches on New York's vibrant diversity and the challenges of book bans, highlighting the city's role in defending literary freedom.

In this special episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, United States Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta joins Joyce Vance to reflect on her first year in office.They talk about the Department of Justice's investigations into January 6th, the relationship between civil rights activists and law enforcement, and the ongoing work to preserve reproductive and voting rights. Plus, how does DOJ make decisions around what kind of information to share with the public?In a segment of the interview exclusively for CAFE Insiders, Gupta speaks about DOJ’s work to ensure safe prison conditions.Try the membership for one month for $1.00: www.cafe.com/insider. You’ll get access to full episodes of the CAFE Insider podcast, and other exclusive benefits.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE Studios and Vox Media Podcast Network. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:“Meet the Associate Attorney General,” DOJ“Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Delivers Remarks on the First Anniversary of the Attack on the Capitol,” DOJ, 1/5/22“Justice Department Reaches Agreement with City of Springfield to Reform Police Department’s Unconstitutional Practices,” DOJ, 4/13/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.