Strict Scrutiny
Crooked Media
Strict Scrutiny is a podcast about the United States Supreme Court and the legal culture that surrounds it.
Hosted by three badass constitutional law professors-- Leah Litman, Kate Shaw, and Melissa Murray-- Strict Scrutiny provides in-depth, accessible, and irreverent analysis of the Supreme Court and its cases, culture, and personalities. Each week, Leah, Kate, and Melissa break down the latest headlines and biggest legal questions facing our country, emphasizing what it all means for our daily lives.
Whether you’re a lawyer or law student, or you’re just here for the messy legal drama, Strict Scrutiny has you covered. New episodes out every Monday… plus bonuses whenever SCOTUS takes away another one of our rights.
Hosted by three badass constitutional law professors-- Leah Litman, Kate Shaw, and Melissa Murray-- Strict Scrutiny provides in-depth, accessible, and irreverent analysis of the Supreme Court and its cases, culture, and personalities. Each week, Leah, Kate, and Melissa break down the latest headlines and biggest legal questions facing our country, emphasizing what it all means for our daily lives.
Whether you’re a lawyer or law student, or you’re just here for the messy legal drama, Strict Scrutiny has you covered. New episodes out every Monday… plus bonuses whenever SCOTUS takes away another one of our rights.
Episodes
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Mar 18, 2024 • 1h 18min
Welcome to Conservative Grievance Week
The podcast discusses upcoming Supreme Court cases involving the First Amendment and medication abortion, highlighting government coercion issues. They explore legal battles between NRA and NY DFS, defend rights against Christian nationalists, and critique standing questions in abortion cases. Additionally, they delve into conservative legal figures, execution challenges, and updates on a New Jersey lawsuit.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 56min
The TLDR of Trump's Indictments
Authors discuss their New York Times bestseller book on Trump's indictments, analyzing charges and key figures. Legal strategies and upcoming deadlines for the cases are explored. The podcast delves into the historical context of political persecutions in Ukraine and the impact of disinformation on democracy.
Mar 5, 2024 • 49min
SCOTUS Restores Trump to the Colorado Ballot, Unanimously (Kind Of)
Supreme Court allows Trump on ballot, dissecting the ruling and its implications. Discussion on congressional authority and 14th Amendment. Critique of the Court's handling of disqualification cases and legal interpretations. Analysis of political ramifications and justices' viewpoints. Exploring democracy and legal uncertainties in the electoral process.
Mar 4, 2024 • 1h 26min
Content Moderation, Machine Guns, and Trump's Trial Calendar
Analysis of Supreme Court delaying Trump's trial, debate on banning bump stocks, and discussion on social media censorship as First Amendment violation. Evelyn douek joins to recap arguments. Podcast covers a range of legal and constitutional issues, including state laws regulating social media, machine gun laws, IVF regulations, and challenges to reproductive and immigration laws in Texas.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 29min
The Alabama Supreme Court Embraces Fetal Personhood
The podcast delves into the Alabama Supreme Court's ruling on frozen embryos as 'extrauterine children' and the implications for IVF. It also covers oral arguments at the US Supreme Court, a case on EPA regulations, and Court Culture with Sherrilyn Ifill launching a new center on the Fourteenth Amendment. Discussions include fetal personhood, a federal abortion ban, attacks on a Muslim judicial nominee, and tragic consequences of school bullying.
Feb 19, 2024 • 1h 17min
The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly From State Courts
Trump's legal battles, Supreme Court case previews, environmental regulations, challenges against social media laws, reproductive rights, LGBTQ rights cases, and mobilizing for change are discussed in this podcast.
Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 3min
SCOTUS Has Their Own Theories About Trump’s Eligibility
The podcast analyzes the Supreme Court arguments in the case about whether the Fourteenth Amendment disqualifies Trump. It delves into the authority of states to disqualify federal officials and the implications for choosing the president. The arguments presented in the Supreme Court case are examined, along with remarks made by Trump and Justice Alito. Sponsored ads and discussions on other podcasts are also included.
Feb 7, 2024 • 32min
Why Did Trump Get Denied Immunity?
The podcast discusses the DC Circuit's rejection of Trump's immunity arguments in the D.C. election interference case, highlighting the importance of criminal accountability and protecting the democratic process. It also explores the misconception of presidential immunity and the potential implications of the court's decision. The hosts compare this situation to a previous case involving personal documents from a sitting president, and discuss the Supreme Court's need to address the abuse of office for personal grudges.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 53min
Does the Constitution Disqualify Trump from Presidency?
Rick Hasen joins the hosts to discuss whether the Constitution disqualifies Trump from the presidency. They explore the upcoming Supreme Court case, the vulnerability of voting rights, and potential implications for democracy. They analyze Trump's merits brief, propose a constitutional amendment, and discuss the path to protecting the right to vote.
Feb 2, 2024 • 51min
E. Jean Carroll and Robbie Kaplan on Trump's "Defamation Rampage"
E. Jean Carroll and Robbie Kaplan discuss Carroll's defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump, the $83.3 million jury award, and the impact of Trump's defamatory statements. They reflect on the challenges and victories in the five-year legal battle, the emotional journey for Carroll, and their plans to use the money for good. They also emphasize the importance of speaking out against sexual assault and dealing with criticism and hatred.
