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Is This Really Legal?

Liz Oyer
Department Of Justice
Donald Trump
Justice Department
Antitrust Law
Freedom Of Information Act
The Department Of Justice
Election Administration
Grand Jury
Kennedy Center
First Amendment
Constitution
White House
Civil Service
Todd Blanche
New York Times
Epstein
Misinformation
Mail Voting
United States Government
Judiciary

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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Latest Episodes

How did Ghislaine Maxwell get transferred to a minimum-security prison—and why is the government withholding the explanation? Liz Oyer talks with Bloomberg investigative reporter Jason Leopold about his fight for the records, his most surprising disc... more

Can a president ban reporters because he doesn’t like their coverage? Liz Oyer sits down with media law litigator Susan Seager to examine the White House's ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico and the constitutional questions it raises. They also discuss... more

This week, Liz uses Lindsay Clancy’s case as a starting point to discuss the overlooked experiences of women in prison. She is joined by Sara Bennett, a photographer and former public defender whose work focuses on women serving life sentences.View m... more

Liz Oyer sits down with Nathaniel Zelinsky, an attorney who is representing Congresswoman Joyce Beatty in her lawsuit challenging the Kennedy Center’s renaming and planned shutdown.They discuss the fight over the Kennedy Center, the White House ballr... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Leopold
Senior investigative reporter, Bloomberg News; leading FOIA expert
Bloomberg News
Episode: Why Was Ghislaine Maxwell Moved?
Susan Seager
Media law litigator, former Davis Wright Tremaine, adjunct professor at UC Irvine, head of Press Freedom and Transparency Practice
UC Irvine; Davis Wright Tremaine
Episode: A First Amendment Defense Attorney on the White House Press Ban
Sara Bennett
Lawyer and artist focusing on women in prison; photographer of formerly incarcerated women
Independent photographer and advocate
Episode: The Women We Sentence and Forget
Nathaniel Zelinsky
Lead lawyer in Kennedy Center suits, founder and principal of the Washington Litigation Group
Washington Litigation Group
Episode: Building a Giant Arch Without Congress?
Esther Salas
Judge, United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
U.S. judiciary
Episode: Justice and Loss w/ Judge Esther Salas
Lucius Outlaw III
Professor at Howard University School of Law, criminal law teacher and former federal public defender
Howard University School of Law
Episode: How Grand Juries Actually Work
Bobby Jones
Commander (retired) in the U.S. Navy, President of Veterans for Responsible Leadership
Veterans for Responsible Leadership
Episode: A Navy Commander's Take on the U.S.S. Lincoln
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

Host

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

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 400 ratings
  • Here we go

    After being told for the last eight years, everything we bothered to educate ourself about economics, government & science is wrong or no longer applies, we need some reassurance that we’re not crazy. Thx.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    nprpbs
    United States9 days ago
  • Wonderful

    I just discovered this show after seeing Ms Oyer often on with the great Nicolle. Congratulations on you getting out of that now toxic place and giving us all the truth. Love that you tell it like it is . Keep it up . 🇨🇦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EleeCharles
    Canada11 days ago
  • This is about Trump

    Not actual law.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bellamammal
    United States12 days ago
  • You're amazing!

    Thank you, Liz, for your bravery and conviction to truth! We need your voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeverlyRz
    United States22 days ago
  • Fantastic

    I think this is the first time since apples introduced podcast that I’ve reviewed one, and that’s because this warrants a hell of a review. It is one of the most interesting, informative, educational comprehensive, and I feel, one of the most important podcasts that we as a country should be listening to. It’s presented in plain English clearly laid out organized and pulls information from reputable sources firsthand knowledgeable, interviews. I can’t say enough good things about it. Thank you, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mmmrja
    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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Why Was Ghislaine Maxwell Moved?
Q: What happens when records are heavily redacted, and what can a requester do about it?
Heavily redacted records can be challenged through appeals in which the requester argues the public interest outweighs privacy concerns; a judge ultimately decides on redactions, and pursuing appeals or lawsuits is common to obtain more information.
Why Was Ghislaine Maxwell Moved?
Q: If you file a request for something relatively specific, is the government required to respond and how quickly?
Yes, the government must respond with an acknowledgment and tracking number, typically within 20 business days, though complex searches can extend the timeline; agencies may also extend time under certain conditions.
Why Was Ghislaine Maxwell Moved?
Q: Can you start by giving us just a brief overview of what the Freedom of Information Act is and how it works?
FOIA allows the public to petition federal agencies for documents, with agencies required to acknowledge requests, search for responsive records, and disclose them unless specific exemptions apply; it's a tool for transparency though it can be slow and complex, especially for broad requests.
Building a Giant Arch Without Congress?
Q: What exactly is Donald Trump trying to do with the Kennedy Center and is it really legal?
The guest explains that the center is a federally designated memorial to John F. Kennedy and that renaming or rebranding it is unlawful under the governing statutes and historical protections, a conclusion supported by court rulings and the center's governance structure.
A Navy Commander's Take on the U.S.S. Lincoln
Q: What legal avenues exist if service members want to challenge conditions on deployment?
Civilian courts have historically limited the ability to sue the military for injuries incident to service, following Fares v. United States, though there have been narrow legislative expansions, such as malpractice claims in military hospitals and specific base-related injuries.

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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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