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Jeff Bezos, owner of The Washington Post, is discussed in terms of his impact on editorial integrity. Journalist Brian Stelter joins the conversation on Bezos's involvement and the threats to journalism, including financial struggles and the role of news in democracy.

Christina Cauterucci discusses the Briggs Initiative, LGBTQ rights activism, political ambitions of John Briggs, and the unity in defeating the harmful proposition. The podcast reflects on victories, losses in the LGBTQ community, and the current shift towards targeting LGBTQ children by conservative politicians in the US.

Dr. Sharon Malone, a veteran OB/GYN, discusses advocating for women's healthcare at every stage of life in her new book 'Grown Woman Talk'. The podcast highlights the neglect of women's health needs, the importance of including women in research, improving indoor air quality, navigating healthcare challenges in midlife, empowerment through self-care, embracing health and aging, and empowering future generations through health advocacy.

Legal expert Emily Bazelon, political analyst John Dickerson, and journalist David Plotz discuss Supreme Court decisions on presidential immunity, administrative state, and future of Joe Biden's nomination. Topics include presidential power, future criminal prosecution, Biden's potential withdrawal, regulatory agency powers, corporate interests, civic heroism, father-son NBA duo, impactful city stories, and finding solace in nature.

Guests Shira Ovide and Peter Thal Larsen discuss Chipotle burrito sizes, Warren Buffett's charitable contributions, and the impact of social media on restaurants. The hosts analyze UK election results, coalition government challenges, and voter turnout differences between Britain and America.

Legal experts Dahlia Lithwick, Mark Joseph Stern, Steve Vladeck, and Mary Anne Franks discuss the recent Supreme Court decisions, including Trump immunity, policy involvement, conservative justices' power plays and disregard for expertise, conspiracy theories, challenges to democracy, and the Court's impact on public perception. The discussion delves into Chief Justice John Roberts' evolving stance and the broader implications of the Court's rulings.

Legal analyst Elie Mystal of The Nation joins Jason Johnson to discuss recent Supreme Court decisions, including implications on presidential immunity, regulatory power, bribery laws, criminalizing homelessness, and the state of democracy. They emphasize potential consequences for American democracy and the need for citizen activism in shaping political outcomes.

Reporter Sophie Alexander explores Elon Musk's advocacy for higher birth rates, his $10 million donation to a population wellbeing initiative, and the historical context of promoting pronatalism. The podcast also delves into the use of AI in finance teams, the ethical considerations of increasing birth rates, and the debate surrounding population decline.

Dr. Stacy Seyb, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist, discusses the complex legal landscape of abortion in Idaho. They delve into the challenges faced by medical providers, ethical dilemmas, emotional decisions of women in difficult pregnancies, and the skepticism of conservative Supreme Court Justices on women's healthcare.

Law professor Richard Hasen from UCLA discusses the recent Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, particularly focusing on the implications for Trump. The ruling distinguishes between absolute and presumptive immunity for official acts, raising concerns about accountability and the challenges of prosecuting a president. The podcast explores the complexity of differentiating between official and unofficial actions, highlighting the potential impact on future criminal cases involving Trump.