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Is This Really Legal?

Liz Oyer
Justice Department
Antitrust Law
Department Of Justice
The Department Of Justice
Election Administration
Constitution
Civil Service
Todd Blanche
Donald Trump
New York Times
Epstein
Misinformation
Mail Voting
Appointments Clause
United States Senate
Epstein Files Transparency Act
United States Constitution

Every week, Liz Oyer answers a question many people are asking: Is this really legal? With expert guests and straightforward analysis, the educational show explains the legal issues behind the headlines, from the Justice Department and the courts to presidential power, the Constitution, and the rule of law. For anyone trying to understand what’s happening to American democracy, Liz cuts through th... more

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Stephen Richer, whose commitment to election integrity has come at great personal sacrifice, provides an inside look into safe, free, and fair elections.

On Is This Really Legal? Liz breaks down the legal news with an expert in the field and answer... more

Bill Baer, who led antitrust enforcement at both the DOJ and FTC, joins Liz Oyer to talk about the fundamentals of antitrust law, the pressures that shape enforcement, and what's at stake in cases like the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger.

Liz will bre... more

Liz is joined by Dani Bensky, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse, to discuss being your own advocate, finding your voice, and working to implore the justice system to treat survivors with respect. Liz will break down the legal news with an expert ... more

Devlin Barrett, who has covered federal law enforcement for more than 20 years and recently published a book on upheaval at DOJ, joins Liz Oyer to talk about the role of the Deputy Attorney General, norms in the Justice Department, and Todd Blanche’s... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Richer
Former Maricopa County recorder, Harvard Ash Center Senior Practice Fellow
Harvard Kennedy School; Cato Institute
Episode: The Truth About Election Administration
Bill Baer
Top antitrust enforcement official at the DOJ and FTC; recipient of the 2024 Justice Department John Sherman Award
Former U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission
Episode: The State of Antitrust Enforcement
Dani Bensky
Artist, advocate and educator; survivor of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein
Advocacy for justice for Epstein survivors
Episode: Finding Your Own Justice
Devlin Barrett
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter who covers the Justice Department and the FBI for the New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Can the Justice Department Rebuild Public Trust?
Gregg Nunziata
Executive director of the Society for the Rule of Law Institute; former chief nominations counsel for the Senate Judiciary Committee
Society for the Rule of Law Institute
Episode: How the Senate Confirmation Process Really Works
Peter Keisler
Veteran of the Department of Justice, former Acting Attorney General and AAG for the Civil Division; currently with Washington Litigation Group
Washington Litigation Group
Episode: The Ins and Outs of DOJ with Liz Oyer

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Liz Oyer
Host focused on explaining legal issues behind headlines with expert guests and clear analysis.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 280 ratings
  • Liz: The force against corruption

    In this ambiguous time it's imperative that citizens maintain political awareness through recording, documenting, and noting all of the heinous acts being committed against Americans and against other citizens in the world by a convicted rapist who is currently sitting as a US President. The outcomes we are now suffering through as a people are not only unconstitutional, but are very obviously self serving, which is a disgusting display of a corrupt individual abusing a Presidential position. Li... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tottot89
    United States12 days ago
  • Thank you, Liz!

    I am so happy that we now get full episodes from Liz and all of the information she has to share with us. Her strength and courage in speaking out is very important. Being able to listen to a discussion about history, the law, politics, etc is so much more understandable with the guidance of everybody’s favorite lawyer! Thank you, Liz. Stay safe and keep fighting the good fight (as my dad would say!) I look forward to a new episode drops!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leeza Mareeza
    United States19 days ago
  • It is about time…

    Liz Oyer was recommended to me as the rarest of jewels: the Instagram- friendly, talented attorney who can explain the workings of the Washington legal machine with clarity, fairness and honesty.

    This is a perfect forum for her considerable talents. As a retired civil litigator, I like to think I know a lot more about the DOJ than the average citizen but I know far less than I should. Ms. Oyer has already shared a great deal of cogent information through well-crafted questions and discussion wi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TFP24
    United Statesa month ago
  • Perfect beginning

    Great decision to begin this podcast with an explanation of the DOJ. And having rationale voices calmly explain complex ideas? Well, that’s just refreshing. Thank you for DOJ 101!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cordy Hobbes
    United Statesa month ago
  • Liz for Attorney General

    Can’t wait for the day when you are nominated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    g money7777
    United Statesa month ago

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Clear explanations that help non-lawyers understand complex legal issues.
Host is praised for accessibility and depth across episodes.
Listeners appreciate the educational value and timely coverage of governance topics.
Professional and insightful breakdowns of DOJ and constitutional topics.

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Finding Your Own Justice
Q: How does the process of sharing these traumatic experiences in public affect you personally, and what keeps you going?
Relentless support from a survivor community and the belief that telling our stories can lead to meaningful change keeps us going, even as we relive trauma and navigate fear.
Finding Your Own Justice
Q: What did you hope the meeting with Todd Blanch would accomplish, and how did that compare to what you experienced?
I hoped for a clear, substantive discussion addressing specific questions about Maxwell, redactions, and leads, but instead the meeting felt like a wall of deflection, leaving us disconnected from the accountability we sought.
The Ins and Outs of DOJ with Liz Oyer
Q: Can the President direct the Justice Department to prosecute his enemies, and would that be legal?
No. While the President may have formal legal authority, directing prosecutions for political reasons would violate the Constitution and the internal rules that govern prosecutors; the system includes checks that would resist such improper influence.
How the Senate Confirmation Process Really Works
Q: If Blanche's nomination were to fail, would he still be the Deputy Attorney General?
Yes, the Deputy Attorney General would typically continue to serve with broad powers, though a failed nomination would raise questions about legitimacy and future leadership of the department.
How the Senate Confirmation Process Really Works
Q: What do you think are the top key issues that Blanchett should be asked about at his upcoming confirmation hearing?
Key issues include his record on politicizing the Justice Department, management of prosecutions, handling of departmental integrity, and commitments made during the process, including transparency and oversight.

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A rigorous, education-focused show that explains legal issues behind current headlines with expert guests and clear analysis. It routinely covers the Justice Department, the courts, presidential power, and constitutional questions, offering nonpartisan, reader-friendly insights into how institutions work and how the law shapes democratic governance. Notable strengths include accessible explanations of complex topics, a strong emphasis on accountability and reform, and a willingness to tackle procedural details (like confirmation processes and civil service roles) that influence real-world outcomes.

A standout feature is the host's emphasis on clarity for a broad audience, including listeners without a law background, while maintaining dept... more

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