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5-4 is a podcast about how much the Supreme Court sucks. It's a progressive and occasionally profane take on the ideological battles at the heart of the Court's most important landmark cases; an irreverent tour of all the ways in which the law is shaped by politics.

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The Supreme Court has been stripping away students' free speech rights for decades. They don't want you to think for yourself or speak your mind. You might end up making podcasts like this.

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Following the 9/11 attacks, both liberal and conservative justices contributed to the rise of some authoritarian powers that the Trump administration is now wielding today.

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The Firm, the legal thriller starring Tom Cruise, shows us that big law is sometimes worse than the literal mob.

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New from Prologue Projects and Pushkin Industries: it's a new edition of Fiasco: Iran-Contra, widely available for the first time ever. New episodes of Fiasco release Mondays, available wherever you get your podcasts. Pushkin+ subscribers can listen ... more

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Recent Guests

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Jay Willis
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Episode: Trump v. Anderson

Hosts

Rhiannon Hamam
Host and co-host on multiple episodes, frequently discussing pressing social issues and legal implications.
Leon Neyfakh
Host and producer, known for his engaging storytelling and analysis of political subjects.
Peter Shamshiri
Co-host providing insight and critique on legal cases and political matters.
Michael Morbius
Co-host known for his sharp wit and commentary on Supreme Court decisions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 7k ratings
  • One of my faves!

    A great leftist podcast that covers many important and lesser known cases while entering in Banter and criticizing the United States criminal justice system and SCOTUS

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    5
    elamor roseie
    United States5 days ago
  • Can you tolerate screeching? Maybe it’s for you then - For me, 1/5 rating

    They’re like fragile children who haven’t gotten their way. The political bias makes it difficult to listen to. I listen to Ezra Klein and a few others from the left, as well as many from the right. This is for the fragile leftist that simply wants to be in their safe space and not learn anything.

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    Art•Vandelay
    United Statesa month ago
  • Offputting ad

    I just heard about this podcast and just turned it on and the first thing I heard was the march on Palestine. I don’t disagree with people being against. He is Israeli aggression Palestine at the March was supposed to be against Trump and everything he’s doing. Advertisement will keep people home. It certainly made me second-guessing. I’m 81 and have arranged everything including my grandchildren dinner so I can go to the March in New York. I cannot get to the Washington, but I think it’s import... more

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    The 2nd mum
    United Statesa month ago
  • Stunningly biased

    I love political pods from all sides of the spectrum, but this is one that is so low information that they do not have the capability to even understand opposing views. Which makes it useless, unless you’re interested in a “self-pleasuring” sermon to the choir

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    calvinlld1000
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this show, great insights on how the court works and incredible critiques

    Podcast Addict
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    SeldomSeenT
    2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep analysis and humor intertwined with discussions on significant legal cases.
Feedback highlights the engaging and irreverent style of the hosts, making complex topics accessible.
Some critiques point to perceived bias in the discussions, with concerns about a lack of opposing viewpoints in certain analyses.

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Your Trump 2.0 Questions, Answered [UNLOCKED]
Q: If Obergefell is overturned, what would realistically happen to my marriage and those of others in similar positions?
Even if Obergefell is overturned, your marriage is likely to remain valid if it existed at the time, but red states may make your life difficult as they can.
Your Trump 2.0 Questions, Answered [UNLOCKED]
Q: Are you personally scared going into the second Trump administration?
There are inherent risks to being a public facing opponent of Trump, but the real concern revolves around a right wing emboldened to use legal means such as defamation lawsuits to target criticism.
TikTok v. Garland
Q: What's the significance of the Supreme Court's unanimous decision to uphold the TikTok ban?
The decision underscores the government's assertive stance on national security, allowing for restrictions on free speech without rigorous judicial scrutiny. It reflects how the court prioritizes national security concerns over individual user rights, raising alarms about the implications for social media governance.
5-4 x Know Your Enemy: Trump 2.0 and the Courts
Q: What does the immunity case mean for Trump's actions as president?
The ruling grants Trump immunity for official acts, raising concerns about his ability to deploy the military domestically and evade accountability for misconduct.

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The podcast offers a critical and humorous examination of the Supreme Court of the United States, focusing on its decisions that reflect political biases and societal implications. Episodes feature in-depth discussions on hot-button legal issues such as voting rights, campaign finance, and civil liberties, filtered through a progressive lens. The hosts aim to demystify complex legal concepts while engaging in irreverent commentary, using wit to critique the Court's reasoning and its impact on American law and society. This blend of insightful analysis and humor makes it an accessible choice for listeners interested in an entertaining yet informative take on contemporary legal challenges.

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