Best Steve Vladeck Podcasts (2025)

1
Author & Political Influencer Aaron Parnas Talks Social Media 43:49

11h ago43:49

43:49

Everyone is an influencer in their own way. Aaron gained a million followers in six days. Good content gets traction regardless of algorithms. TikTok's algorithm allows for natural virality. Substack enables sustainable income for creators. Ethics in reporting are crucial for credibility. Social media is not a reflection of real life. Understanding…

1
Crime is Like a Denny's 1:12:15

5d ago1:12:15

1:12:15

The Supreme Court remanded the Alien Enemies Act case back down to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, and at least one of the judges isn’t happy about it. Abrego Garcia’s deportation to El Salvador set off a fierce debate among officials in three cabinet agencies, despite agreement there had been a mistake. Tulsi Gabbard’s Chief of Staff ordered int…

1
Eric Edelman on Trump in the Middle East—and a Dangerous World 1:09:27

8d ago1:09:27

1:09:27

What have we learned so far about Donald Trump’s approach to the Middle East in his second term? In this Conversation, Eric Edelman, former ambassador to Turkey and Finland and Under Secretary of Defense,shares his perspective on the president’s recent trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE. He presents a tour d’horizon of the highly dynamic and …

1
SCOTUS PER CURIAM Decision Temporarily Blocking Alien Enemies Act Deportations 54:45

11d ago54:45

54:45

"The President has invoked the Alien Enemies Act (AEA), Rev. Stat. §4067, 50 U. S. C. §21, to remove Venezuelan nationals who are members of Tren de Aragua (TdA), a designated foreign terrorist organization. See Presidential Proclamation No. 10903, 90 Fed. Reg. 13033 (2025). Applicants are two detainees identified as members of TdA and a putative c…

1
Little Wolf and the American West with Megan Kate Nelson 39:24

11d ago39:24

39:24

In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, historian and Pulitzer Prize finalist Dr. Megan Kate Nelson illuminates the life and legacy of Little Wolf, a Northern Cheyenne military, political, and diplomatic leader. Drawing from her forthcoming book The Westerners, Nelson explores how Little Wolf embodied leadership values like consensus building, ge…

1
Ed Martin, WCADAGPA 1:11:53

12d ago1:11:53

1:11:53

Judge Xinis holds a hearing over whether certain discovery in the Abrego Garcia case is subject to state secrets and deliberative process privilege. Trump administration lawyers submitted documents under seal to Judge Boasberg they say show the US "does not have constructive custody over" El Salvador CECOT detainees. Ed Martin reveals that he’s und…

1
Congressman Eric Swalwell Talks Life in Congress 35:00

15d ago35:00

35:00

Swalwell's district has transformed from low-income to one of the wealthiest in America. 40% of constituents in Swalwell's district are immigrants contributing positively to the economy. Congress faces existential challenges with a leader aiming for dictatorial power. Member relationships often differ in private settings compared to public appearan…

1
Dubious Privilege (feat. Skye Perryman) 1:01:10

19d ago1:01:10

1:01:10

There are now multiple cases challenging the administration’s Alien Enemies Act proclamation; including a hearing by Judge Boasberg for an amended complaint filed on behalf of all the detainees in El Salvador. Judge Xinis has had to pause the discovery in the Abrego Garcia case to contemplate the Trump Administration’s invocation of the state secre…

1
John Bolton on the Trump White House after 100 Days 53:05

23d ago53:05

53:05

What have we learned about the White House in Trump's second term? How are decisions made in the most consequential areas of national security? During the past week, Trump fired National Security Advisor Mike Waltz. To discuss this and many other matters, we are joined again by John Bolton, who served as National Security Advisor in the Trump White…

1
Suffrage and Black Women's Leadership with Martha Jones 47:02

25d ago47:02

47:02

In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, historian and legal scholar Dr. Martha S. Jones delves into black women’s battle for voting rights that began, rather than ended, with the passage of the 19th Amendment. Through the stories of several inspirational leaders of the Black Women’s Club movement, Jones highlights how these women earned leverage …

1
Constructive Custody 1:06:01

26d ago1:06:01

1:06:01

Discovery in the Abrego Garcia case resumes after Judge Xinis denies the trump administration an additional extension Ed Martin’s nomination as United States Attorney for the District of Columbia is teetering on the brink after Senator Dick Durbin says that the Senate is not going to move forward with it. Department of Justice civil rights attorney…

1
Author & Journalist Jesselyn Cook Talks QAnon and Conspiracy Theories 50:04

29d ago50:04

50:04

EPISODE LINKS Jesselyn's latest release: The Quiet Damage: QAnon and the Destruction of the American Family - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/706443/the-quiet-damage-by-jesselyn-cook/ Jesselyn's website: https://www.jessreports.com/ EPSIODE TAKEAWAYS: QAnon is a significant movement affecting many lives. The impact of QAnon extends beyond …

1
Larry Summers on Trump, Tariffs, and Threats to the Economy 56:23

1M ago56:23

56:23

Where do things stand a month after Trump's “Liberation Day” tariffs and the announcements that have followed? In a thoughtful and wide-ranging Conversation, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers shares his perspective on the economic and political consequences of the tariffs—and the threats to financial markets. According to Summers, our d…

1
Misdemeanor Terrorist 1:07:02

1M ago1:07:02

1:07:02

Judge Xinis postpones discovery in the Abrego Garcia after the government files a request to delay under seal. A conservative three judge panel for the DC Circuit Court of appeals temporarily blocks Judge Boasberg’s opinion that probable cause exists to hold the government in criminal contempt in the Alien Enemies Act case. The Supreme Court issues…

1
Historical Lessons of Leadership with Catherine Allgor 38:18

1M ago38:18

38:18

In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, historian Catherine Allgor explores the early First Ladies of the United States, examining how they navigated gendered power dynamics within their roles. She delves into how these women found agency in a male-dominated world, leveraging the social sphere to influence Washington culture and shape political p…

1
Criminally Contemptible 1:02:12

1M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

Judge Boasberg issues a memorandum opinion that concludes that probable cause exists to find the Government in criminal contempt for defying court orders in the Alien Enemies Act case. The Fourth Circuit denies Trump’s bid to block Judge Xinis’ order to facilitate the return of Abrego Garcia, as she orders two weeks of discovery prior to considerin…

1
Law Professor Steve Vladeck Talks the Courts 31:53

1M ago31:53

31:53

The number of lawsuits against Trump's executive actions is unprecedented. The Supreme Court's role is crucial in determining the status quo of ongoing litigation. Congress is failing to uphold its responsibilities, leading to increased executive power. Nationwide injunctions are a contentious issue, with hypocrisy on both sides of the aisle. The D…

1
Blindingly Naive and Oblivious (feat. Steve Vladeck) 1:22:40

2M ago1:22:40

1:22:40

The Supreme Court has ruled that individuals being deported under the alien enemies act proclamation are afforded due process, and that the courts can ask the government to facilitate the return of wrongfully deported detainees The Department of Justice is seeking to drop the charges against the alleged MS-13 leader they held a press conference abo…

1
Jason Furman on the Trump Tariffs and the US Economy 44:36

2M ago44:36

44:36

What are the likely effects of Trump’s tariffs, and what do they mean for the US economy? To discuss, we are joined again by Harvard economist Jason Furman, who was Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers in President Obama’s second term. According to Furman, Trump’s tariffs represent an enormous "shock to the system” likely to produce both sh…

1
The Power of Character with Jeffrey Engel 39:18

2M ago39:18

39:18

In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, Jeffrey A. Engel, Director of the Center for Presidential History at Southern Methodist University, shares his personal experience with former President George H.W. Bush and the valuable lessons he learned about the presidency—an office for which no one can truly prepare. Engel identifies memory, energy, an…

1
Without Prejudice 57:44

2M ago57:44

57:44

Donald Trump once again taps his bench of veteran private attorneys to staff the department of justice by nominating Stanley Woodward as associate attorney general. Trump’s White House directly fired two line prosecutors in a stunning escalation of the war on the independence of the Department of Justice. A federal judge in Virginia has blocked the…

1
A.B. Stoddard on Trump’s Second Term 1:12:02

2M ago1:12:02

1:12:02

Where do things stand five months after Election Day? According to veteran reporter and commentator A.B. Stoddard, Trump’s second term has been far more radical than many anticipated. As she puts it: “The more power you give [Trump], the more he’ll take. And the less pushback that he gets, the freer he is. So I think what we’ve seen in the last cou…

1
Congressman Jim McGovern Talks the State of Our Union 44:38

2M ago44:38

44:38

Jim McGovern has been in Congress for 15 terms, driven by a desire to help people. His journey to Congress was filled with unexpected challenges and learning experiences. Authenticity and being true to one's beliefs are crucial for effective representation. Leadership involves making tough decisions, even when public opinion is against you. The Ira…

1
Take it to the High Side 1:00:22

2M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

At least 18 Trump administration officials used an unsecured Signal chat to discuss real-time attacks on Houthi militants in Yemen earlier this month as investigative journalist for the Atlantic Jeffrey Goldberg was inadvertently added to the group. The Department of Justice is drastically changing their policy of prosecuting crimes in the United S…

1
Leadership on the Supreme Court with Steve Vladeck 38:41

2M ago38:41

38:41

In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, Georgetown University Law Center professor Steve Vladeck explores the history of leadership on the United States Supreme Court, the qualities of an effective justice, and how public opinion does—or doesn’t—influence the court. He highlights the importance of institution building—his choice for most importan…

1
“You Serve No Man” 1:06:33

2M ago1:06:33

1:06:33

Kash Patel is pushing ahead with a plan to decentralize the FBI by dividing it into three regions except for the three largest field offices which would report directly to Dan Bongino. Interim DC US Attorney Ed Martin– an election denier– has announced he has opened a criminal investigation into 2020 election fraud. American intelligence agencies c…

1
Former Archivist of the United States Colleen Shogan Sets the Record Straight 59:34

2M ago59:34

59:34

Takeaways The National Archives has 43 facilities across the U.S. There are 13.5 billion records in the National Archives. Presidential records are considered permanent records. Over 90% of presidential records are electronic. Only 1-3% of federal agency records are preserved. Records training is mandatory for federal employees. Presidential record…

1
Gutting Public Integrity 1:02:28

2M ago1:02:28

1:02:28

The Trump Administration is gutting the Justice Department's unit that oversees prosecutions of public officials accused of corruption. Emil Bove has fired the Chief of the Organized Crime and Drug Trafficking Task Force, and Todd Blanche has fired the Justice Department Pardon Attorney. Judge Beryl Howell has blocked sections of Donald Trump's exe…

1
Steve Vladeck on the Trump Administration, the Courts, and the Rule of Law 1:11:05

3M ago1:11:05

1:11:05

Where do things stand fifty days into Trump’s second term? According to Georgetown Law professor Steve Vladeck: “We’ve never seen such a wholesale attempt on the part of a president [to] hollow out the executive branch [and] install loyalists in all of the relevant positions of government.” Amid a blizzard of lawsuits in response to Trump’s executi…

1
Leading in Times of Crisis with Michelle Korsmo 41:15

3M ago41:15

41:15

In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, Michelle Korsmo, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association, shares expert insights on developing a strong leadership style, navigating crises, and transitioning into new leadership roles. She explores the essential qualities of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and vision that define su…

1
NCIS: DOGE 59:15

3M ago59:15

59:15

US Intelligence shows Russia and China are attempting to recruit disgruntled federal employees. The head of the FBI New York Field Office James Dennehy has been forced out as the GSA shutters FBI, DOJ and CIA facilities. The American Bar Association has received a request to open a disciplinary investigation into Emil Bove from Judiciary Committee …

1
Axios Financial Reporter Felix Salmon Talks DOGE 50:44

3M ago50:44

50:44

Doge's mandate is to eliminate waste and reduce government size. The agency's actions challenge the constitutional authority of Congress. Doge has taken control of the Treasury's payment systems. There is significant secrecy surrounding the size and operations of Doge. Employees of Doge are primarily young, loyal to Elon, and have tech backgrounds.…

1
Ed Martin Is Doing It Wrong 1:02:11

3M ago1:02:11

1:02:11

U.S. attorney Ed Martin personally submitted a seizure warrant that was rejected by a U.S. magistrate judge in D.C. Kash Patel ordered FBI officials to relocate 1,500 employees from Washington DC to cities with high crime rates including Minneapolis, Detroit and Cleveland, at a cost of over $100M. Attorneys for New York City Mayor Eric Adams asked …

1
Anne Applebaum: Ukraine, Europe, and the US 47:53

3M ago47:53

47:53

Where do things stand on the third anniversary of the war in Ukraine? What is the situation in European politics after the German elections? How should we think about the continued challenge of countering autocracy at home and abroad? To discuss these questions we are joined again by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Anne Applebaum. As Applebaum exp…

1
In Re Flynn 1:10:55

3M ago1:10:55

1:10:55

Emil Bove has filed his rule 48(a) motion to dismiss the bribery and fraud charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams. The judge in the Adams case held a hearing with Eric Adams, his attorneys, and Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove. As in the case of Mike Flynn, the judge has adjourned Adams’ trial and appointed an amicus curiae to oppose the…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Steve Vladeck Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide