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Opening Arguments is a law show that helps you make sense of the news! Comedian Thomas Smith brings on legal analysts to help you understand not only current events, but also deeper legal concepts and areas! The typical schedule will be M-W-F with Monday being a deep-dive, Wednesday being Thomas Takes the Bar Exam and patron shoutouts, and Friday being a rapid response to legal issues in the news!... more

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OA1245 - Federal prosecutors have just secured the first convictions in US history in which the Department of Justice has brought charges relating to associations with “Antifa,” an organization which demonstrably does not exist. We take a closer look... more

Hey folks, no video this week so instead I wanted to give you another episode of our new trial over on Gavel Gavel, US v. Dunn! This is episode 2 (we have released 4 on the Gavel Gavel feed, check it out!) Matt takes us through the pretrial motions. ... more

OA1244 - More election news updates. What the heck happened in Dallas? How is hunting for fraud in Georgia still a thing? Why is the DOJ trying to get non-public voter data from the states? There’s smoke. There’s fire. But it might not be coming from... more

OA1243 - The lawsuit that was supposed to break up Ticketmaster and Live Nation’s obvious monopoly over live music throughout the U.S. has just ended in a settlement so surprising that even DOJ’s lead counsel didn’t know it was happening. Is this dea... more

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Recent Guests

Ian Maxwell
Brother of Ghislaine Maxwell, writer and commentator
Spectator (writer)
Episode: Ghislaine Maxwell's brother might be the worst person in Epstein world
Shaina Aber
Founder and Executive Director of the Acacia Center for Justice
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Episode: At This Point, Traffic Court Would Be An Upgrade
Silky Shah
Executive Director of the Detention Watch Network and a leading voice in immigration abolition
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Episode: Silky Shah has been fighting ICE for its entire existence
Christopher Blackwell
Incarcerated author, journalist, and advocate
Look2Justice
Episode: Solitary Confinement Is Inhumane, Traumatizing, and Unnecessary. So Why Are We Still Doing It To People?
Jonathan Cho
Investigative reporter focused on Antifa and social unrest.
Discovery Institute
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
Nick Fish
Nonprofit leader recently interviewed on Serious Inquiries Only.
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
Brandi Cruz
Investigative journalist with experience covering Antifa.
Post-Millennial
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
Andy Ngo
Journalist known for his coverage of Antifa and its activities.
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Katie Davis Court
Investigative journalist covering Antifa violence.
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Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table

Hosts

Thomas Smith
Comedian and host with a focus on making legal concepts accessible to a wide audience while offering keen political commentary.
Matt Cameron
Real-life immigration attorney known for providing insights on legal matters related to immigration and civil rights.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 6.6k ratings
  • Totally normal amount of ads

    It’s 3 ad breaks for an hour show. That’s absolutely normal or below normal. It’s almost like a bunch of people want to just lie about the show for some reason.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Serious Pod
    United States2 months ago
  • Adds and Asses

    Ten minutes of adds, ten minute of l vacuous vamping and snark as an intro, and then another ad break? This has to be the least idea-rich podcast in the category. Congrats, folks.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mark Bobster
    United States3 months ago
  • Brilliant breakdown of the law, a must in my opinion.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ChasingRainbows
    4 months ago
  • Ad density…

    Interesting but way too many ads

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    A____p______
    United States4 months ago
  • Seasonal Candies

    Jenessa’s take on the special seasonal Reese’s is spot on! The regular are fine. The egg, the football, the pumpkin are king!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darren in A$$h0le, Indiana
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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The blend of serious legal content with humor keeps listeners engaged.
Many long-time listeners express a desire for a return to earlier formats, emphasizing the unique take on legal discussions.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' ability to break down complex legal issues in an accessible way.
Some feedback highlights concerns about the increasing number of advertisements interrupting the flow of the podcast.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#161
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#220
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Apple Podcasts
#243
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#170
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#104
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#201
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All of a Sudden SCOTUS Cares About the Real World Effects of Their Decisions
Q: What's the status of that funding bill and all that?
The hosts discuss the looming threat of a government shutdown over the funding bill, emphasizing the need to take a stand against inadequate funding for DHS and the implications of recent violent events.
Let's see how the arguments against #AbolishICE have aged...
Q: How far can this prosecution go without FBI cooperation?
It's going to be much harder without the FBI's cooperation, and obtaining evidence is complicated.
Let's see how the arguments against #AbolishICE have aged...
Q: So, what recourse does a citizen have if a US official either within or outside their official duties defames or disparages them?
Unfortunately, there is no FTC claim unless you can show they're completely outside their duties.
Solitary Confinement Is Inhumane, Traumatizing, and Unnecessary. So Why Are We Still Doing It To People?
Q: How can we change the approach to incarceration?
By focusing on trauma-informed care and integrating rehabilitative processes within the system.
Solitary Confinement Is Inhumane, Traumatizing, and Unnecessary. So Why Are We Still Doing It To People?
Q: What does solitary confinement typically look like?
It's often a small cell with minimal comforts, surrounded by concrete, providing no real view or sense of time.

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1. Knowledge Fight
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2. Shaina Aber
3. Silky Shah
4. Christopher Blackwell
5. Jonathan Cho
6. Nick Fish
7. Brandi Cruz
8. Andy Ngo

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