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In Lieu of Fun: #DogShirtTV

Benjamin Wittes and Kate Klonick
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It started with a coronavirus crisis. We thought people might need something to do in lieu of fun. And some people might need someone to yap at them as they go through this. We have a lot of cool friends. So we started a show. Then the crisis ended. But by then I was wearing dog shirts every day. And the the rest was the rest.

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Hosts

Ben Wittes
Co-host and commentator with legal and policy expertise; anchors discussions and interacts with guests.
Holly
Co-host who drives segments, engages audiences, and adds personal and cultural humor to discussions.
Mike Feinberg
Co-host bringing legal commentary and practical perspectives to conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Excellent South Africa

    Excellent and timely topic Holly & Ben!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudelmom
    United States10 months ago
  • Talk Radio

    Brian proves my point. I don’t watch Dog Shirt TV live. I listen to the podcast version at a day & time convenient to me based on the topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudelmom
    United Statesa year ago
  • Without An Audience

    Thanks for providing the podcast version, with or without an audience. I never know if it will be informative or fun, but Ben’s witticisms always exist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudelmom
    United Statesa year ago
  • Greek Chorus

    Interesting concepts and people are put in a blender. Pour into a large Tervis and sip during breakfast. You never know what it will taste like; however, it will be different!

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    5
    Pudelmom
    United Statesa year ago
  • What happened?

    It used to play on Apple but since early June it has disappeared, please come back!

    Update: Thank you for coming back (08-17-2022)

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    PR 3672
    United States4 years ago

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The format blends serious analysis with entertaining banter, making topics approachable.
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Most interception today is not a wiretap but production demands directed at service providers, with legal authority under statutes like the Stored Communications Act or Title III. Wiretaps exist but are less common, and decryption or interpretation often requires highly capable labs such as those in the FBI, sometimes with NSA support.
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Q: What led you to try to flee and why are you back?
I felt despair after Trump's re-election and considered moving abroad to escape political exhaustion, but logistical issues complicated that plan, leading me back to Washington.
What Was That Magistrate Thinking?
Q: What should happen to agents involved with the defective affidavit?
There's a calling for accountability and a potential ethics investigation into the actions of the AUSA who filed it and the FBI agent involved.
What Was That Magistrate Thinking?
Q: What do you think about the approval of the search warrant affidavit?
The affidavit is heavily critiqued for lacking probable cause and includes many issues that should have been flagged by the magistrate judge.
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Q: How has the conference been?
It's been overwhelming with many back-to-back events.

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This program blends sharp policy and legal analysis with irreverent humor and casual audience banter, often anchored by two regular hosts and frequent expert guests. Episodes cover national security, legal investigations, and political developments, while weaving in pop culture references and personal anecdotes. A recurring thread is civil discourse and critical thinking in a polarized landscape, paired with a distinctive, playful community vibe—evident in the host duo's chemistry, the ongoing dog-shirt motif, and a willingness to mix serious topics with lighthearted moments. Potential listeners can expect thoughtful insights on government power, law, and current events delivered in an accessible, conversational style that invites participa... more

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