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The Intersection with Michael Popok

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Donald Trump
Donald J. Trump
Todd Blanche
Department Of Justice
Jeffrey Epstein
Epstein Files
Kennedy Center
Canada
First Amendment
Jack Smith
United States
John F. Kennedy Center For the Performing Arts
United States Supreme Court
Epstein File Transparency Act
Katie Phang
E. Jean Carroll
FBI
Mark Carney
Supreme Court
Reflecting Pool

The Intersection with Michael Popok is a weekly one-hour podcast focused on trusted, topical commentary exploring how the law intersects with and shapes people’s daily lives—including their Constitutionally protected rights and their civic, economic, and political worlds.The Intersection is hosted and curated by Michael Popok, co-founder of the top-ranked Legal AF podcast and YouTube channel. Popo... more

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Popok is back directing traffic on the award-winning Intersection Podcast as he covers these breaking law and politics events: 1).Former FBI Dir. James Comey fires back at the “appalling abuse” by the DOJ in opening a third criminal investigation aga... more

Now we know what Trump was hiding in the Epstein Files, as 11 women including Beatrice Keul have come forward, and Beatrice claims in new a new bombshell congressional report that she was raped by Trump in the 199i0s at the Plaza Hotel. Popok has an ... more

Popok reports on breaking news, as Judge Ana Reyes, frequently attacked by Trump and his DOJ, stood her ground and wrote one of the most eloquent Opinions to block the Government, providing a master class to America on the rule of law and the separat... more

AG Blanche has a tell: he gets flustered and melts down before our very eyes on national television when he knows he's defending a piece of crap lawsuit.  But that doesn't stop him from violating the DOJ Manual and accusing someone of crimes without ... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Blumenthal
HuffPost journalist who reports on elections and voting rights.
HuffPost
Episode: Trump Pissed as Blanche Fails to Steal the Election Amid Courts Ready to Slam Him with Injunctions!
Spencer Kuvin
Personal injury attorney representing survivors of trafficking and sexual abuse.
Gold Law
Episode: Trump Hides as Gaetz Proves the Case Against him for Sex Trafficking by Posting Photo evidence??
Kevin Hassett
Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, referenced as commentator
U.S. government/economy
Episode: Trump Embarrassed by SCOTUS Sets up Phony Tribunal to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook
Sheldon Whitehouse
Senator of Rhode Island
U.S. Senate
Episode: Blanche is a Hot Mess as Senate Investigates whether Trump Judges have Conspired with Admin!!!
Matt Beat
YouTube educator known as Mr. Beat, educator and host of Let the Record Show
Let the Record Show (ACLU collaboration)
Episode: AG Blanche Sweats as Judge gets Permission to Criminally Investigate?!?
Dave Aronberg
Former state prosecutor, Florida Law Man
Florida Lawman (Dave Aronberg) / Legal AF
Episode: Trump Pissed as Judge Goes After him by Name in Order Berating DOJ!
Howard Lutnick
CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald
Cantor Fitzgerald
Episode: Trump Spirals As His Commerce Sec. Is Linked to Crypto Company Profiting From Sales To Iran & Hamas!
Scott MacFarlane
Meidas' White House and Washington Bureau Chief, political and legal reporter
MeidasTouch Network / Scott MacFarlane Reports
Episode: Trump Panics as Jack Smith Readies to Testify about his Crimes to the Senate!!!
Brendan Ballou
Lawyer representing Katie Phang in the Epstein-related matter
Katie Phang (case)
Episode: Trump Squeals and Refuses to Admit they Failed to Produce Trump Docs in New Epstein Filing!!!

Host

Michael Popok
Host and curator delivering legal commentary and analysis; leads the show with expert legal analysis and advocacy

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 573 ratings
  • Seating Members of Congress

    The 119th Congress ends at noon on 03 January 2027. If Democrats take the House than Mike Johnson will not be the Speaker and therefore cannot swear anyone in. Rather it the Clerk of the House who certifies each member of the new House.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McNancy1
    United States2 months ago
  • Democracy reigns

    Here at the intersection, Popok and his guests, Mark Ellis with Democracy docket, Democracy Forward, Judge Luttig…

    Keeping it real, up to the minute. Even when he’s on vacation. 🩵

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IoB.
    United States2 months ago
  • Outstanding legal review

    Popok, you keep outshining yourself with your legal reasoning and factual knowledge of the law. I love listening and learning from you.

    Thank you for your service. -Godspeed 🫡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susanyb60
    United States3 months ago
  • Popok is king

    Michael Popok is the best at explaining legal news with humor, deep exptertise, and insight. Always great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emily g, yeah
    United States3 months ago
  • ACLU…keeping…

    Watch. For all of us.

    A must listen about ICE.

    If we think we know what the regime is up to with its ICE thugs. We don’t know the half of it.

    Thanks Popok for platforming the ACLU.

    Jaw dropping.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IoB.
    United States3 months ago

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Trump Hides as Gaetz Proves the Case Against him for Sex Trafficking by Posting Photo evidence??
Q: And the burden of proof for you to prove the case in civil court, is it the same for the evidence?
Kuvin explains that civil plaintiffs must show the greater weight of the evidence, while criminal cases require proof beyond a reasonable doubt. He says his clients believe they can meet the civil standard.
Trump Hides as Gaetz Proves the Case Against him for Sex Trafficking by Posting Photo evidence??
Q: What are the charges in the civil complaint that you're making against Matt Gaetz?
Kuvin says the lawsuit invokes the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. For plaintiffs who were adults, he says the case must show fraud, coercion or pressure connected to the alleged trafficking operation.
The Intersection with Michael Popok 10/21/2026
Q: Can Trump dump his lawsuit against the BBC due to Smith willing to testify?
Popok says Trump can voluntarily dismiss the case with prejudice, though he may have to pay the other side's costs.
The Intersection with Michael Popok 10/21/2026
Q: Once the Dems take over, what happens to the current administration?
Popok says a Democratic Congress would gain subpoena, investigative and budgetary powers, allowing it to oversee the administration, challenge policies and pass legislation.
Trump Pissed as Blanche Fails to Steal the Election Amid Courts Ready to Slam Him with Injunctions!
Q: What are they saying is their strongest tool in their toolbox using the Voting Rights Act?
Blumenthal describes a lawsuit by the Legal Defense Fund, LULAC and other groups seeking to prevent ICE or other law enforcement from interfering with or intimidating voters, using the Voting Rights Act and other laws.

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The show delivers timely, legally grounded commentary on how court decisions, constitutional rights, and political events intersect with everyday life. Across episodes, topics frequently center on high-profile defamation, electoral law, DOJ actions, and regulatory issues, all analyzed through a combative, pro-democracy lens. The host's courtroom experience and sharp, opinionated style make complex legal concepts accessible and immediately relevant for listeners who want clear takeaways on how legal developments shape politics and policy. A standout trait is the blend of rigorous legal analysis with energetic, politically engaged advocacy and frequent references to ongoing cases and filings. This combination likely appeals to listeners seeki... more

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