
Strict Scrutiny is a podcast about the United States Supreme Court and the legal culture that surrounds it. Hosted by three badass constitutional law professors-- Leah Litman, Kate Shaw, and Melissa Murray-- Strict Scrutiny provides in-depth, accessible, and irreverent analysis of the Supreme Court and its cases, culture, and personalities. Each week, Leah, Kate, and Melissa break down the latest ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 429 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Kate and Leah break down last week's atrocious shadow docket order on the President's wildly illegal executive order concerning elections and absentee ballots, which furthers the administration's effort to, as Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson warns, "fo... more
In the second episode of our Know Your Rights series, Leah and Melissa sit down with NYU Law’s Daniel Harawa to break down what you do—and don't—have to say when law enforcement stops you. They cover the difference between being seized and a consensu... more
Huge news for lawyers: You can now listen to Strict Scrutiny for CLE credits in California, New York, Texas, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Washington, and Oregon! More info at crooked.com/strict_cle
Leah is joined by gue... more
Huge news for lawyers: You can now listen to Strict Scrutiny for CLE credits in California, New York, Texas, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Washington, and Oregon! More info at crooked.com/strict_cle
Kate is joined by Liz... more
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A well researched podcast with hosts that clearly have a thirst for knowledge. The hosts fawning over celebrities like Taylor Swift and repeating “lol” diminishes the credibility a bit, and the four minute advertisements are exhausting.
Far left bias
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I never miss this podcast. These gals are so darn brilliant with such quick wits. Their personalities mesh well. SCOTUS is the biggest threat to democracy in my lifetime. Thanks for all you do to raise awareness!
Best people on the air to explain the legal, political, and social implications of the Supreme Court and their nefarious bedfellows. Love you ladies! Stay strong and know you ARE ESSENTIAL to our democracy!
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A sharp, humorous take on the U.S. Supreme Court, constitutional law, and the political dynamics that shape legal culture. Across episodes, listeners get rigorous analysis of major rulings, court personalities, and how legal decisions interact with democracy, civil rights, and public policy. The show often pivots from dense jurisprudence to pop culture energy, making complex topics accessible for lawyers, students, and policy enthusiasts who want clear implications for daily life. A standout is its trio of law professors who bring deep expertise with a witty, irreverent tone, plus frequent expert guests from academia, media, and public interest law. This blend of rigorous analysis, timely commentary, and engaging guest perspectives likely a... more
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1. Jesse Wegman
2. Julia Angwin
3. Ami Fields-Meyer
4. Jocelyn Simonson
5. Farah Diaz-Tello
6. Kalpana Kotagal
7. Amanda Litman
8. Micah Kubic
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