

UNBIASED Politics
Jordan Berman
Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Court rulings, and new legislation—in an easy-to-understand way. No personal opinions, just the facts you need to stay informed on the daily news that matters. If you miss how journalism used to be, you're in the right place.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 19min
Labor Day in the United States: Everything You Should Know About Labor Day's Origins and its History (Plus Fun Facts).
In honor of Labor Day, let's learn about the holiday's origins and its history. In this episode, you'll learn about the riots and rallies that led to the creation of Labor Day (including the famous Haymarket Riot), the first states to make Labor Day a state holiday, the Senator that introduced the federal legislation, the President that signed it into law, the origins of "not wearing white after Labor Day", the difference between Labor Day and May Day, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 1, 2023 • 31min
NY Attorney General Requests Verdict Against Trump Before Trial Starts, Biden Admin's New Overtime Pay Rule, US to Potentially Reclassify Marijuana, Judgment Against Giuliani, and More.
1. New York’s Attorney General Asks Judge to Hold Trump and Co-Defendants Liable for Fraud Before Trial Starts (2:19)2. Biden Administration Proposes New Overtime Pay Rule for Salaried Employees (7:11)3. Dept. of Health and Human Services Recommends Reclassifying Marijuana From Schedule I Drug (9:22)4. Judge Enters Judgement Against Rudy Giuliani in Defamation Case (14:49)5. Company 3M Agrees to $6B Settlement for Defective Earplugs Used by U.S. Servicemembers (20:26)6. Rep. Justin Jones Silenced by Tennessee House for Speaking Off Topic (22:12)7. Justice Thomas Discloses Using TX Businessman’s Jet Last Year After Criticism over Non-Disclosures (26:31)8. Trump Pleads Not Guilty in Georgia Election Interference Case; Requests Separate Trial from Co-Defendants (27:13)9. Mitch McConnell Given the “All-Clear” After Freezing Up at the Podium Again (27:28)10. Texas Supreme Court Reinstates Gender-Affirming Ban for Minors (28:13)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 29, 2023 • 37min
New Lawsuit Seeks Disqualification of Trump in 2024 Election, DOJ Sues SpaceX, Prigozhin Confirmed Dead, Mark Meadows' Hearing, and More.
1. Prigozhin Confirmed Dead in Russian Plane Crash (2:13)2. Caplan vs. Trump: Florida Seeks to Disqualify Trump Under the Disqualification Clause of the 14th Amendment (5:59)3. DOJ Sues SpaceX Over Hiring Procedures; Failing to Hire Asylees and Refugees (13:12)4. GA Judge Hears Arguments Over Potential Removal of Mark Meadows' Case to Federal Court (21:34)5. Judge Sets Trial Date in Trump's Federal Election Interference Case (29:06)6. California Attorney General Sues School District Over New Transgender Policy (31:35)7. Hawaiian Electric Releases Statement Following Maui Fire; Places Blame on Firefighters (32:09)8. Dept. of Transportation Fines American Airlines $4M for Violating Tarmac Delay Rule (34:32)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 22, 2023 • 28min
The United States Constitution: The History, Seven Basic Principles, Amendments, Fun Facts, and More.
With Constitution Day less than a month away, it's time we brush up on our knowledge of the document that our country is founded on. After all, most Americans don't know much about it. In fact, a 2019 study found that only 15% of respondents knew which year the Constitution was written and only 25% of Americans knew how many amendments the Constitution has. After listening to this episode, you won't be one of those people!1. Intro (0:19)2. The Articles of Confederation (1:45)3. The Constitutional Convention, Compromises, and Ratification (4:42)4. The Seven Principles of the Constitution (13:42)5. Amendments 11-15 (18:04)6. Fun Facts About the Constitution (22:54)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 18, 2023 • 34min
Hunter Biden’s Tax Charges Dismissed, Trump’s GA Indictment, New Law Protects ‘Child Influencers’, Anti-Abortion Protesters Sue Washington DC, and more.
1. Montana Judge Rules in Favor of Young Activists in Climate Case (1:46)2. Illinois Enacts New Law to Protect Child Social Media Influencers (8:08)3. Anti-Abortion Protesters Sue DC Alleging Different Treatment Than George Floyd Protesters (11:44)4. Hunter Biden’s Tax Charges Dismissed (16:24)5. Donald Trump’s Georgia Indictment Explained (19:44)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 15, 2023 • 35min
Hunter Biden Prosecutor Appointed Special Counsel Status, Leaked Document Signals New Trump Indictment, Missing IRS Microfilm Cartridges, and More.
1. US Attorney David Weiss Appointed to Special Counsel in Case Against Hunter Biden; Who Is David Weiss? What Does Special Counsel Status Mean? Why Are Republicans and Democrats Both Displeased? (2:16)2. UBS Settles Mortgage-Backed Securities Fraud Case with DOJ for $1.4B (13:14)3. Watchdog Report Says IRS Cannot Locate Thousands of Missing Microfilm Cartridges (15:22) 4. Hawaiian Electric Facing Two Lawsuits in Aftermath of Maui Wildfire (21:14)5. Fulton County DA Mistakenly Uploads Document Signaling Potential Charges Against Trump; Here's What It Said (29:05) **NOTE: Donald Trump was indicted in Georgia late Monday night following the recording of this episode. The indictment will be covered in full on Friday’s episode but this episode will give you a general idea. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 11, 2023 • 33min
US/Iran $6B Prisoner Swap, Trump's Electors Charged, New 5th Circuit Firearm Ruling; Will It Affect Hunter Biden's Gun Charge? US Restricts Investments in Chinese Sectors and More.
1. Biden Reportedly Agrees to Prisoner Swap with Iran Involving the Release of $6B of Iran's Frozen Funds; Alleged Negotiations Taking Place Re: Iran's Nuclear Program (2:20)2. Trump's Michigan Slate of Electors Arraigned on State Charges, Plead Not Guilty; Discussion of the Electoral College and the 1960 Kennedy/Nixon Election (7:51)3. Biden Signs Executive Order Re: Prohibitions and Restrictions on US Investments in Certain Chinese Sectors (21:24)4. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Rules Firearm Law Unconstitutional; How This Impacts Hunter Biden (25:02)5. Biden Asks Congress for $40B in Additional Spending (28:46)6. Prosecutors Request January 2024 Start Date for Trump's Trial (29:13)7. Supreme Court Pauses Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Proceedings; Agrees to Hear Case in December (29:34)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 8, 2023 • 22min
Biden Admin Sued Over New Debt Relief Plan, Trump's Countersuit Dismissed, Sen. Feinstein Gives Up Power of Attorney, Mother Accused of Trafficking Daughter Sues Airline.
1. Biden Administration Sued Over New Student Debt Relief Plan (2:17)2. Mother Sues Southwest Airlines for Accusing Her of Human Trafficking Her Own Daughter (8:25)3. Judge Dismisses Trump's Defamation Countersuit Against E. Jean Carroll (12:34)4. Senator Feinstein Gives Power of Attorney to Daughter (18:37)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 4, 2023 • 42min
Trump's New Indictment and Defense Strategies, Devon Archer's Testimony Re: Bidens and Burisma, First Federal Death Sentence Since 2019, School Shooting to be Reenacted, and More.
1. Breaking Down Donald Trump's New Indictment and Defense Strategies According to His Own Lawyers (2:32)2. No, Disney World is NOT Cutting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs, but its Governing District Is. Here's Why (22:28)3. Hunter Biden's Former Business Partner, Devon Archer's, Testimony Made Public Following Closed-Door Congressional Hearing (28:54)4. Robert Bowers Sentenced to Death for 2018 Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting, But Here's Why He Won't Be Executed Anytime Soon (36:09)5. Why a Reenactment of the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting is Taking Place on Friday, August 4th (37:15)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 1, 2023 • 31min
Alito Allows Firearm Regulations For Now, $5M Kraft Mac & Cheese Lawsuit, U.S. Nuclear Reactor, Hunter Biden's Business Partner Testifies, Trump's New Charges, and More.
1. Florida Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Kraft Mac & Cheese for Deceptive Cooking Time on Packaging (2:06)2. Man Sues Buffalo Wild Wings for Deceptive Marketing of Boneless Wings; Says They're Not Actually Deboned Wings (4:33)3. Justice Alito Temporarily Grants Biden Admin's Request to Keep ATF Firearm Regulation Rule in Place (7:46)4. President Biden Signs Executive Order Implementing Independent Counsel for Serious Military Crimes, Revoking Authority from Commanders (17:44)5. Three Additional Charges Against Trump in Classified Documents Case; Sources Say Trump Will Start Legal Defense Fund to Help Pay Legal Bills (22:13)6. Hunter Biden's Former Business Partner, Devon Archer, Testifies in Congressional Closed-Door Hearing (24:23)7. US Begins Operating New Nuclear Reactor; First Time in Seven Years (27:02)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review and share it with those you know that also appreciate unbiased news!Subscribe to Jordan's weekly free newsletter featuring hot topics in the news, trending lawsuits, and more.Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok.All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


