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Behind every news headline, there’s another, deeper story. It’s a story about power. In Deep Background, Harvard Law School professor and Bloomberg View columnist Noah Feldman will bring together a cross-section of expert guests to explore the historical, scientific, legal, and cultural context that help us understand what’s really going on behind the biggest stories in the news.iHeartMedia is the... more

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As the political world looks toward the 2016 Presidential election, Benghazi becomes a Clinton scandal.

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How the attack in Benghazi collided with an American election, and how the seeds of a scandal were planted.

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An anti-Islamic video sparks protests in the Middle East, and the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi comes under attack.

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Civil rights activist who participated in Boston during the busing years
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Chairman of the Boston School Committee known for her opposition to busing
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America's most famous consumer advocate since 1965 and Green Party presidential candidate in 2000.
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Mary Frances Berry
Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and former chair of the US Commission on Civil Rights.
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Max Stepanovic
Lawyer and lobbyist who was involved in the Florida recount
Episode: Bush v. Gore: Bonus - Inside the Florida Secretary of State’s Office During the 2000 Recount
Brian Noyes
Former regional political director for the Bush campaign in 2000
Episode: Bush v. Gore: Bonus - A Mile In Their Shoes
Joseph Lieberman
Former U.S. Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate in the 2000 election
Episode: Bush v. Gore: Episode 4 – Spin-Off

Hosts

Noah Feldman
Host of Deep Background, Harvard Law School professor, and Bloomberg View columnist. Recognized for insightful analysis of political topics and current affairs, often featuring expert perspectives.
Leon Neyfakh
Co-creator and producer associated with the podcast, known for engaging narratives and bringing a creative lens to complex topics.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • "I Don't Deal With Facts"

    You forgot to mention the death of The New York Times.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Norwich42
    United States2 years ago
  • 2022 + 2023 content status?

    I haven’t seen any recent episodes. Any reason?

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    alucardi
    United States3 years ago
  • Impressive !

    Reminds me of Charlie Rose debates and or discussions! Also similar to the Economist .. this is how I stay informed about important topics occurring everyday.

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    5
    false psychology
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast, BUT….

    Noah’s shows never fail to be interesting. I have learned so much from him and his guests. He clearly is prepared with great questions for his guests without pandering. When he disagrees, he does it with grace. The big BUT is this: I am a Pushkin subscriber and pay extra so that I don’t have to be assaulted by advertising. Noah betrays this agreement by having an advertisement featuring the most obnoxious voice this side of Tucker Carlson at the end of every episode. Not cool at all. There shoul... more

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    5
    Tom Rubens
    United States4 years ago
  • Insightful and challenging

    If ever I think that I know and understand a subject, listening to a Noah Feldman guest respond to insightful questions makes me think again. If anything, the greatest value of the podcast to me is to remind me that it is better that I should understand rather than opine, and that humility is a valuable mindset when approaching issues.

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    The Worcester Mediator
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Bush v. Gore: Bonus - Legacy.
Q: What mark did the ruling leave on the court in your view?
Justice Stevens believed it left a 'wound' on the court due to its poor quality and the lack of respect shown towards state court judges, which he felt lingered.
Bush v. Gore: Bonus - Legacy.
Q: Can you explain why they didn't join the majority on the remedy question?
They thought that the recount should proceed under defined standards despite any possible violation of equal protection.
Bush v. Gore: Bonus - Legacy.
Q: Is it true that Justice Souter and Justice Breyer signed on to the notion that there was a possible violation of equal protection in the statewide recount?
They both indicated there was a possible violation, but did not join the majority on the remedy question.
Bush v. Gore: Bonus - Legacy.
Q: Why did you think there was impossible for there to be irreparable harm from the counting continuing?
Justice Stevens believed the burden was on the petitioner to demonstrate irreparable harm, which he felt was not met, asserting that getting the right answer in a contested election could never be considered irreparable harm.
Bush v. Gore: Bonus - Information Wars
Q: What did it feel like delivering that summary?
It was surreal to see the process transition from casual conversations to formal announcements as a result of the escalating situation.

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Content predominantly revolves around current events, political issues, and historical analyses, with a particular focus on the intricacies of U.S. governance and international affairs. Host Noah Feldman invites experts across various fields to provide multi-faceted perspectives that challenge conventional narratives, often revealing the underlying complexities of hot-button topics, such as the Iran-Contra affair, the Benghazi incident, and broader themes in artificial intelligence in education. The podcast is notable for its commitment to deep, insightful discussions that resemble academic debates while remaining accessible to a broader audience, making it especially appealing to those interested in critical thinking about contemporary iss... more

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