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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 reports in breaking news on Judge Hellerstein for the THIRD TIME refusing to let Trump get out from under his 34 felony count conviction for making hush money payments to a porn star to influence the outcome of the 2016 election.

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Popok reports on the DOJ and Todd Blanche blowing smoke at a Federal Judge and gambling that he won't find them in contempt for not producing key Trump Epstein victim related documents. Subscribe: www.youtube.com/@LegalAFMTN?sub_confirmation=... more

Popok reports on the DOJ and Trump trying to pull a fast one on Judge Cooper and their bad faith kennedy center plans with a new filing, but the Judge being too smart for them.

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Recent Guests

Esther Salas
Judge, District of New Jersey
U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
Episode: Trump Squirms as 128 Former Judges File Charges Against Admin Top Lawyer for Threatening Judges!!!
Beth Bloom
Judge, Southern District of Florida
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Episode: Trump Squirms as 128 Former Judges File Charges Against Admin Top Lawyer for Threatening Judges!!!
Cory Booker
Senior Senator from New Jersey
United States Senate
Episode: Trump Abandons AG Nominee Blanche at Critical Moment as Confirmation Vote Cancelled!!!
Judge Mark Wolf
Former federal judge, longtime critic of DOJ politicization
Former Federal Judge, Boston/Massachusetts
Episode: The Intersection with Michael Popok 7/28/2026
Danny Bensky
Survivor advocate leading the charge against Todd Blanche
Epstein survivors group
Episode: Trump Panics as DOJ Cover up of Epstein Child Trafficking Falls Apart as New Documents Surface!!!!!
James Percival
General Counsel nominee for the Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security
Episode: Trump Parties as his Homeland Security Top Lawyer Attacks Federal Judges By Name
Kristen Clarke
General Counsel of the NAACP; former head of the Civil Rights Division at DOJ
NAACP
Episode: Blanche Sweats as His Confirmation as Trump’s AG Takes a Turn for the Worse?!?!
Naureen Shah
Director of Immigration Policy at the ACLU
American Civil Liberties Union
Episode: Trump Poll Numbers Plummet as Ice Caught Abusing Hundreds of Children!!!
Cash Patel
Former government official and commentator
Episode: Trump Boils Over as Blanche Led DOJ Is Forced To Fold by a Federal Judge in Case against the Press!!

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 536 ratings
  • 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 States19 days 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 States20 days 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 Statesa month ago
  • Defending Freedom in the Courts Gives Me Hope❣️🇺🇸❣️

    Michael Popok and Legal AF’s outstanding team of legal experts have given me hope, that the corrupt Trump/Epstein/MAGA regime can be successfully challenged in court. Trump’s Clan seems determined to destroy our precious Country, by its 250th birthday‼️ I kept wondering why no one was stepping up to dispute the actions of Trump and to stop the festering corruption in his administration. Then, I discovered Michael Popok’s

    Legal AF Channel.

    Listening to Popok’s analyses, of the myriad of ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beekeeper911
    United States2 months ago
  • Alternative July 4…

    Celebrating. Uplifting interviews, insightful deep dives into how WE the people can fix our broken government.

    Grab some BBQ and get some encouragement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IoB.
    United States2 months ago

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Fans praise the show for timely, incisive political-legal analysis with strong accountability stance.
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Trump Squirms as 128 Former Judges File Charges Against Admin Top Lawyer for Threatening Judges!!!
Q: What is habeas corpus and why is it foundational to our constitutional order?
Habeas corpus is a writ that protects against unlawful detention by requiring authorities to justify imprisonment, serving as a check on government power and a bedrock principle in ensuring due process.
Trump Panics as Election Attacks Leads to Courts Losses
Q: Are you confident that the attorneys general that you work with, working with public interest groups, are prepared for what Donald Trump and his enablers are prepared to do to interrupt and depress the vote at the midterms?
Yes, we are ready and prepared. We have a concrete plan, rehearsed scenarios, and a coalition of public-interest groups ready to act within minutes if interference occurs.
The Intersection with Michael Popok 7/14/2026
Q: Is Todd Blanche fit to be the Attorney General of the United States?
Popok cites Judge Ludwig's assessment and outlines that Blanche's conduct, including aggressive settlement maneuvers and alleged disrespect for court orders, makes him unfit in Popok's view, suggesting that even among Republicans, many see significant concerns about his fitness.
Trump Abandons AG Nominee Blanche at Critical Moment as Confirmation Vote Cancelled!!!
Q: What is the central issue causing the delay in Todd Blanche's confirmation vote?
Public pressure and concerns about a fund described as a slush fund, along with broader questions about corruption and accountability, are causing senators to hesitate and some to demand written assurances before moving forward.
Blanche Sweats as His Confirmation as Trump’s AG Takes a Turn for the Worse?!?!
Q: What is your portfolio as NAACP General Counsel and what is the mission you want listeners to support?
Clarke explains the NAACP's role as the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization, focusing on voting rights, fair housing, education, and employment issues, and urges donations and engagement to protect democratic access.

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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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