Advisory Opinions
The DispatchAdvisory Opinions is a legal podcast by The Dispatch. Hosts David French and Sarah Isgur meet twice a week to talk about the law, the courts, their collision with politics, and why it all matters.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 660 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GovernmentPoliticsNews | |||
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Sarah Isgur and David French explain a case in which an Alaskan charter plane was seized over a six-pack of beer and discuss Title IX due-process rights on college campuses.
Sarah and David are then joined by Harvard Law professor Richard Re to brea... more
Sarah Isgur and David French discuss Messi flags and The Odyssey in 4D (not IMAX!) before diving into legal topics such as the politics at the Supreme Court, 3rd Circuit defamation and cancellation, and why the Hawaii Supreme Court is wrong.
The Age... more
Sarah Isgur and David French discuss Justice Amy Coney Barrett and Justice Elena Kagan’s testimony in front of Congress, an Alaska Airlines forum argument about religious issues, and President Donald Trump’s various legal battles—from the War Powers ... more
Sarah Isgur and David French preview the next Supreme Court term, discuss a dissent from a cert denial on defamation, and consider a few think pieces on the court: Are any of the justices political? Finally, the circuit decision heard ‘round the worl... more
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- Advisory Opinions: A Tasting Menu
I need to open with a confession: I loved this podcast. Loved it. I told people about it at parties. And admitting what I'm about to admit feels a little like a food critic confessing he ate at Chick-fil-A twice a week for three years and only then noticed it was fast food.
Because that's what Advisory Opinions is. The Chick-fil-A of legal podcasts. And I want to be clear that in my mouth that is nearly a compliment. Chick-fil-A is delicious, the line is long for a reason, and I will indulge. B... more
Apple Podcasts1Disappointed_Fan2025
United States15 days ago - Not What It Used to Be
Still a very good podcast and one I’ve listened to for years, but I do worry it has shifted somewhat from its earlier feel. The conservative legal analysis seems softer than it used to, and I increasingly get the sense that institutional cross-pressures — David’s role at The New York Times and Sarah’s role with SCOTUSblog — may be affecting the tone of the show. On Trump-related cases in particular, David’s anti-Trump priors feel more prominent, while Sarah often seems to take a more passive int... more
Apple Podcasts4MadDog769United Statesa month ago - A must listen to podcast!
This is a “must listen to” podcast! Honest and refreshing take on the topics! Listen on this one paired with The Dispatch podcast - you will not be disappointed! Highly recommended!
Apple Podcasts5F-4 Phorever!United Statesa month ago - Have listened to every episode
Very good podcast. I do worry increasingly, that the hosts may be responding a little bit to cross pressures of an institutional nature as French is now an employee of the NYT and Isgur now oversees SCOTUS Blog. Their conservative positions on legal issues seem a little softer now than in the early days of the podcast. I hope I’m wrong.
Apple Podcasts5K999bruUnited States2 months ago - Slush Fund Supporters
Really tired of the active racism and discrimination promoted by these pundits.
After listening to sera and David, make multiple cases as to why Donald Trump/fund is legal, and them giving no pushback as to why it’s not legal, it is easy to say that their words don’t match their actions. Someone who was truly opposing the republican misappropriation of funds, would make a proactive case for its illegality and not it’s legality. More over the hosts consistently blame past democratic presidents ... more
Apple Podcasts1Jason Stein
Canada2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #34 | United States/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #91 | United States/News |
Apple Podcasts | #124 | Canada/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #198 |  United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #215 |  Australia/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #33 |  Argentina/News/Politics |
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What is Advisory Opinions about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A legal-focused show that analyzes current court decisions, constitutional questions, and the practical impact of jurisprudence on policy and governance. Hosts break down high-stakes topics with rigorous reasoning, often inviting senior appellate attorneys, judges, and legal scholars to illuminate strategy, doctrine, and real-world implications. Episodes mix deep-dive analysis with accessible explanations, audience questions, and occasional culture-commentary, making complex topics approachable for practitioners and informed lay listeners alike. A notable strength is the combination of legal rigor and clear, pragmatic storytelling, plus regular interviews that offer firsthand perspectives from the Supreme Court ecosystem and policy debates.... more
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1. Cecillia Wang
2. Zach Shemtom
3. Nina Totenberg
4. Neal Katyal
5. Roy Altman
6. Kevin Stitt
7. Akhil Amar
8. Cecilia Wong
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