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The Just Security Podcast

Just Security
Human Rights
National Security
Disinformation
U.S. Arms Sales
Israel
Section 502B
Gaza
Congress
Hamas
Counterterrorism
Ai Governance
Artificial Intelligence
Regulatory Capture
Military Applications Of AI
Russia
Legal System
American Democracy
Ukraine
Spyware
2024 Us Presidential Election

Just Security is an online forum for the rigorous analysis of national security, foreign policy, and rights. We aim to promote principled solutions to problems confronting decision-makers in the United States and abroad. Our expert authors are individuals with significant government experience, academics, civil society practitioners, individuals directly affected by national security policies, and... more

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An audio of Ilya Somin's Just Security article, which has become more topical by the day. The title: "What Just Happened: The Invasion Executive Order and Its Dangerous Implications." Somin is a Professor at the Antonin Scalia Law School at George Ma... more

May 3rd marks World Press Freedom Day. This year especially, press freedom is under threat in the United States from a range of directions: from hostile official rhetoric and actions to self-censorship and systemic appeasement, to just basic informat... more

In early April 2025, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released two major policies on Federal Agency Use of AI and Federal Procurement of AI - OMB memos M-25-21 and M-25-22, respectively. These memos were revised at the direction ... more

The North African country of Sudan marks two years of war this week. The fighting between rival military factions – the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces – has killed an estimated 150,000 people and forced more than 15 million p... more

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Joshua Geltzer
Former Deputy Assistant to President Biden, Deputy White House Counsel and Legal Advisor to the National Security Council
WilmerHale
Episode: Trump’s AI Strategy Takes Shape
Kuskondi Abdel Shafi
Senior Regional Advisor at Freedom House, with more than a decade of experience on governance, democracy, and human rights in Africa and the United States.
Freedom House
Episode: Sudan Marks Two Years of War
Daphne Keller
Director of the Program on Platform Regulation at Stanford Law School's Cyber Policy Center.
Stanford Law School
Episode: Regulating Social Media — Is it Lawful, Feasible, and Desirable? (NYU Law Forum)
Michael Posner
Director of the Center for Business and Human Rights at NYU Stern School of Business.
NYU Stern School of Business
Episode: Regulating Social Media — Is it Lawful, Feasible, and Desirable? (NYU Law Forum)
Ronak Desai
Firm-wide leader of the Congressional Investigations Practice at Paul Hastings
Paul Hastings
Episode: Understanding the Congressional Investigations Landscape
Kevin Carroll
Attorney representing fired CIA officers, retired army colonel, and former CIA case officer
Fluitt Law Firm
Episode: What Just Happened Series: CIA Officers' Lawsuit at Intersection of DEI and National Security
Suzanne Summerlin
A labor and employment attorney specializing in federal workforce issues.
National Federation of Federal Employees
Episode: What Just Happened Series: Understanding Federal Employee Rights
Dr. Brianna Rosen
Director of Just Security's AI and Emerging Technologies Initiative and Senior Research Associate at the University of Oxford
Just Security and University of Oxford
Episode: Key Takeaways from the Paris AI Action Summit
Harold Hongju Koh
Professor, former dean of Yale Law School, and former legal advisor at the US State Department
Yale Law School
Episode: ‘The National Security Constitution in the 21st Century’ Book Talk

Hosts

Ryan Goodman
Co-editor-in-chief of Just Security, a professor of law at NYU Law School, and co-director of the ReCenter on Law and Security.
Parish Shah
Host of The Just Security Podcast.
David Aaron
Host of What Just Happened miniseries, former federal prosecutor and visiting professor.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 226 ratings
  • So informative!

    Thank you for this excellent podcast that helps me make some sense of where we have been and where we are heading with justice. I love to learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Archer Banks
    United States2 months ago
  • Exceptional podcast

    Great, deep conversations about all aspects of protecting democracy, checks and balances and rule of law.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M. Shasha
    United States3 months ago
  • Knowledgeable issues but well explained

    Excellent, expert, thought-provoking insights that are easy to understand. 👏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jack 1451
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Only 1 in 10 episodes download

    Notwithstanding only being able to download 10% of your episodes I’m delighted with the brilliant analyses and insights I am able to access! THANKS!!

    Any download troubleshooting suggestions?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slanebrain
    United States7 months ago
  • Really good info! No ads

    I can’t remember how I found the Just Security podcast, but I’m really glad I did. Each episode I’ve listened to has been calm and rational, with an excellent selection of writers and articulate researchers. I especially recommend Episode 79 about how to end political violence, and how to get back joy around elections.

    Apple Podcasts
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    SA happy
    United States9 months ago

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Engaging content that covers a variety of contemporary topics in national policy.
Listeners appreciate the focus on civil discourse and detailed analyses.
Hosts are knowledgeable and articulate, providing valuable perspectives to listeners.
Informative discussions that contribute to understanding national security and democracy.
Expert, in-depth analysis on crucial legal issues.

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Sudan Marks Two Years of War
Q: What was happening in the run up to the war, and who are these two guys?
The podcast discusses the background of the war, including the roles of General Burhan and Hemeti in the power struggle and the historical context of their conflict.
Regulating Social Media — Is it Lawful, Feasible, and Desirable? (NYU Law Forum)
Q: Is it lawful, feasible, and desirable for government actors to regulate social media platforms?
This remains a contentious issue, with arguments for and against regulation presented by the experts.
Regulating Social Media — Is it Lawful, Feasible, and Desirable? (NYU Law Forum)
Q: What do you diagnose as the set of problems we're facing?
Experts outline the proliferation of disinformation, the polarization of opinions, and the challenges of regulatory action as critical issues.
Understanding the Congressional Investigations Landscape
Q: What should someone do if they're in Congress's crosshairs for an investigation?
Best practices include hiring the right talent and understanding that congressional proceedings are politically driven, not just legal.
Understanding the Congressional Investigations Landscape
Q: Are there areas where Congress might be assertive in its oversight powers regarding the executive branch?
While unlikely to fully abdicate oversight, Congress is expected to exercise its powers organically on various issues.

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2. Kuskondi Abdel Shafi
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5. Ronak Desai
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