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The Oath and The Office

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Donald Trump
Supreme Court
Constitution
Civil Rights
Democracy
ICE
Christian Nationalism
Executive Power
First Amendment
Birthright Citizenship
Civil Liberties
January 6th
Voting Rights Act
Trump Administration
Constitutional Rights
Minnesota
Insurrection Act
Gerrymandering
Jeffrey Epstein
Due Process

Mixing sharp wit and serious political fire, The Oath and The Office is where hard-hitting constitutional analysis meets razor-sharp comedy. Distinguished political science professor Corey Brettschneider teams up with comedian John Fugelsang to break down the most powerful 35 words in American democracy—the presidential oath of office. Every president swears to “preserve, protect, and defend” the ... more

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Trump briefly talked about “cooling things down.” Then came the escalation.

This week on The Oath and The Office, Corey Brettschneider and John Fugelsang look at how President Trump is using political violence not as a reason for restraint, but as a... more

Has Trump changed American politics so deeply that what once seemed dangerous now feels normal?

In this episode of The Oath and The Office, we begin with the Supreme Court: the shadow docket, Clarence Thomas, and a judiciary that increasingly operat... more

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Trump says the pope should stay out of politics. But when Trump posts himself as Jesus, attacks independent moral authority, and demands loyalty from every institution, the real goal is not religious neutrality. It is control.

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Can a president commit war crimes? Can a defense secretary? And what would it take to hold either one accountable?

Corey Brettschneider and John Fugelsang open with the Supreme Court showdown over Trump’s attack on birthright citizenship. After Trum... more

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Lawrence Douglas
Professor of Law, Jurisprudence, and Social Thought at Amherst; author of The Criminal State
Amherst College
Episode: Is Trump Committing War Crimes? Lawrence Douglas on Hegseth, Nuremberg, and the Criminal State
David Sirota
Award-winning journalist, founder and editor of The Lever; Master Plan host
The Lever; Master Plan
Episode: Before Project 2025: How the Right Built Trump’s Power Grab (with David Sirota)
Stacey Abrams
Leader, voting rights advocate, former Georgia state representative, author
Fair Fight, Assembly Required (guest role on show)
Episode: Stacey Abrams on the SAVE Act: The New Voter Suppression Threat
Mike Pesca
Award-winning journalist, host of The Gist and How To
The Gist; How To
Episode: Trump Loses in Court — But Pressure Remains on the Press and Late Night (with Mike Pesca)
Preet Bharara
Former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and host of Stay Tuned with Preet
Stay Tuned with Preet
Episode: DOJ Payback Politics (with Preet Bharara)
Tom Joscelyn
Senior staff member of the January 6th Committee and principal author of the January 6 report
Episode: Jan. 6 Then & Now: The Insurrection Blueprint (with Tom Joscelyn)
Glenn Kirschner
Former military prosecutor and commentator on justice and constitutional issues
Episode: DOJ vs. Trump: The Indictment That Never Came (with Glenn Kirschner)
Sheldon Whitehouse
Senior US Senator from Rhode Island
United States Senate
Episode: MAGA Is Blaming the Judges (with Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse)
Ted Lieu
Congressman representing California's 36th District, lawyer, and advocate for congressional power
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: From Tariffs to Nukes — How Congress Can Stop Trump’s Power Grabs (with Rep. Ted Lieu)

Hosts

John Fugelsang
Co-host and comedian known for his sharp wit and insightful commentary on political and social issues.
Corey Brettschneider
Professor of Political Science and constitutional scholar, co-host of The Oath and The Office, with expertise in democratic principles and constitutional law.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 712 ratings
  • Listen to learn

    Two great kind people giving me knowledge that I don’t know I was lacking. Love this podcast so freaking much!!!!

    Still is my favorite week after week. You two are amazing. Thank you so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vegan for animals
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great but, poor audio?

    Tried twice to listen but the audio is unfortunate at this time.

    Get a couple of Shure or Rodes mic and maybe a preamp, please.

    I think you’re both great personalities and I’m subscribed!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Zed_55
    United States2 months ago
  • Brilliant!!!

    Freaking great podcast! Two very clever and educated men on the subject of The oath and the office and everything pertaining to the subject.

    PS: buying Corey’s book on the presidents!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Philippe De Paris 65
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Funny and informative

    Would recommend to friends and enemies alike

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soulsonic1234
    United States2 months ago
  • Never miss a show

    Excellent insight to the current political climate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fsutonk
    United States3 months ago

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Many find the content enlightening, calling it a vital resource for understanding governmental dynamics and constitutional law.
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Is Trump Committing War Crimes? Lawrence Douglas on Hegseth, Nuremberg, and the Criminal State
Q: What are the four core international crimes Douglas emphasizes, and how did Nuremberg redefine war as a crime?
Douglas explains aggression (crimes against peace), war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, noting that Nuremberg made aggression a central international crime and later recognized genocide as a separate crime via the Genocide Convention, while crimes against humanity emerged as a concept during Nuremberg.
Before Project 2025: How the Right Built Trump’s Power Grab (with David Sirota)
Q: What concrete steps could future presidents take to balance strong leadership with safeguarding democracy?
Pursue targeted but durable policy changes through statute rather than relying solely on executive orders, pursue public financing of elections to reduce donor influence, and reform or overturn problematic precedents like Citizens United to constrain political spending; emphasize transparency and accountability in independent agencies.
Before Project 2025: How the Right Built Trump’s Power Grab (with David Sirota)
Q: What analogy do you see with the Reagan era in terms of executive power and institutional checks?
The Reagan era emerged as a reaction to post-Watergate constraints; it popularized ideas like unitary executive arguments but ultimately faced pushback that led to reforms, and today Trump is seen as adapting similar theories to push power further, though with different consequences.
Trump vs. the Rule of Law: A 5-Year-Old Detained + Election Power Grab
Q: What's more likely that Tulsi Gabbard, on her own, uncovered earth-shattering evidence, missed by dozens of courts and state officials and DOJ investigations, or is it more likely that Donald Trump picked an obedient supplicant with compromised credibility to help him launder another lie?
It's very clear that Trump is ordering the FBI and Tulsi Gabbard to push his lies about election fraud; the narrative is being manufactured to serve Trump's agenda, not out of any true discovery of wrongdoing.
Trump vs. the Rule of Law: A 5-Year-Old Detained + Election Power Grab
Q: Can you please just quickly explain why equal protection applies, regardless of immigration status, and why this idea is foundational to American constitutional democracy?
Our rights extend to undocumented humans that are here, as the Constitution broadly protects individuals from arbitrary imprisonment and unreasonable search and seizures, emphasizing that the rights of all individuals, regardless of citizenship status, are preserved.

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This podcast blends incisive political commentary with humor, centering on themes of constitutional issues, democracy, and governmental accountability. Through lively discussions, the hosts tackle the pressing threats to the rule of law, examining the implications of political events, particularly those surrounding the presidential oath of office. The format is engaging, using wit to make complex legal concepts accessible, while providing in-depth analysis on topics like civil rights, immigration policy, and the consequences of executive overreach. Unique in its fusion of educational content and entertainment, it appeals to listeners who seek a deep understanding of American politics while enjoying a light-hearted approach.

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1. Lawrence Douglas
2. David Sirota
3. Stacey Abrams
4. Mike Pesca
5. Preet Bharara
6. Tom Joscelyn
7. Glenn Kirschner
8. Sheldon Whitehouse

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