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The Intersection with Michael Popok

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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 solved the mystery as to why Trump announced that he was "banning" from the White House CNN today along with other main stream media --CNN's new report that a AI chatbot employed by an analyst for Pete Hegseth's Special Operations Command prepa... more

Popok Reports on the ongoing Kennedy Center saga, as Judge Cooper not only recognizes Trump's penchant for knocking things down and orders him to give 30 days notice before demolishing the Kennedy Center, but also opening up the door to full blown di... more

Popok is joined by Public Integrity Project's founder and Katie Phang's attorney Brendan Ballou for an exclusive briefing about Judge Sullivan's latest orders against the DOJ in her case in which the Judge has threatened contempt sanctions if they do... more

Popok is joined by Senator Adam Schiff for an exclusive briefing about FBI Director Kash Patel lying his way through the Senate Judiciary Committee Oversight Hearing and what the Senate Democrats will do about it, and Senator Schiff's work to prevent... more

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Recent Guests

Somil Trivedi
Advocate at Court Accountability Action, co-author of accountability-focused analysis in The Hill
Court Accountability Action
Episode: Trump Impeachment Is Just the Start of the Accountability Season Following the Midterms!
Judge Michael J. Lutig
Judge invited for exclusive briefing
Judiciary
Episode: Trump Fears Protests in the Streets Celebrating Constitution Day!
Liz Oyer
Former pardon attorney, plaintiff in the lawsuit discussed
U.S. Department of Justice (former)
Episode: Blanche in Panic as His Worst Nightmare Sues Him Again in Court to Get Her DOJ Job Back!
Todd Blanche
Deputy Attorney General involved in firing and cited in the case
U.S. Department of Justice
Episode: Blanche in Panic as His Worst Nightmare Sues Him Again in Court to Get Her DOJ Job Back!
Nicole Collier
Representative for Texas House District 95
Texas House of Representatives
Episode: Trump Can’t Be Found As Paxton’s Texas Senate Race Takes Major Hit!
Don Lemon
Intrepid journalist and reporter
Don Lemon Show / News media
Episode: Trump in Cold Sweat as Don Lemon Makes Him Pay!!!
Nick Brown
Attorney General of Washington
State of Washington
Episode: Trump Circles the Drain as Dem Ags File Emergency Motion to Stop Mail-In Ballot Chaos Now
Nick McGeehan
Head of FairSquare, human rights advocate focusing on governance in sports
FairSquare
Episode: Trump Caught Red-Handed Forcing Another World Leader to Overstay His Term Limits!
Harmeet Dhillon
Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the DOJ (as introduced in the episode)
U.S. Department of Justice
Episode: Trump Sweats as Judge Orders Don Lemon’s Grand Jury Transcripts Turned Over!!!

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 542 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 States11 days 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 States23 days 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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 States2 months ago

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The Intersection with Michael Popok 9/8/2026
Q: How are mail-in ballots being handled and what are the AGs prepared to do about potential disenfranchisement?
AGs are prepared to file lawsuits to protect voters, use court orders to ensure ballots are counted, and direct resources to safeguard mail-in voting, including possible drop boxes and postal actions as the legal battle unfolds.
The Intersection with Michael Popok 9/8/2026
Q: What is the status of Missouri's gerrymandering map and how does it affect voting in the 2026 midterms?
The host explains competing rulings—Kavanaugh urging the 2022 map in one moment and a Missouri federal judge pushing the 2026 map—creating a complex, unsettled path that must be appealed up to higher courts, with potential impacts on which districts determine control.
Trump Impeachment Is Just the Start of the Accountability Season Following the Midterms!
Q: I'm doing great. So, I guess the question is, this article appears in The Hill. Why did you write an article whose premise it is that America needs an accountability agenda?
Somil explains that the article argues America lacks a coherent accountability plan and that there is a need for a comprehensive, multi-branch approach to address corruption and restore legitimacy in government, not just focus on impeachment but include reforms and systemic oversight.
Trump Pissed as Virginia Attorney General Creates New Unit to Protect Workers Abandoned by the Feds!
Q: Are you enforcing federal law, new state law? What is in your toolbox?
We are focused on state law at this moment, building on our previous consumer protection work and aligning with laws passed when Democrats controlled the legislature to protect workers, combat wage theft, misclassification, and ensure safe working conditions, while coordinating with federal standards where applicable.
Trump Can’t Be Found As Paxton’s Texas Senate Race Takes Major Hit!
Q: What makes Tallarico a credible candidate to stand up to Paxton and push for transparency?
Tallarico has been actively engaging with communities across North Texas, meeting with pastors, elders, and residents, and presenting a track record of accountability and grounded leadership.

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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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