Chris Geidner

Chris Geidner, a journalist specializing in Supreme Court coverage for Law Dork, discusses the plethora of legal challenges facing Trump, highlighting emerging trends and the surprising success of some lawsuits. Katie Thornton, host of The Divided Dial, takes listeners on a journey through the fascinating world of shortwave radio, from its utopian beginnings to its role in propaganda. They explore how this technology shaped global communication and its complicated legacy during wartime, revealing a tool that has transformed from connection to division.

Rebecca Ingber, international law scholar at Cardozo Law, explains legal limits on strikes and the UN Charter. Marc Elias, election-law attorney and Democracy Docket founder, breaks down coordinated attacks on voting rules and data. Chris Geidner, LawDork founder and journalist, walks through explosive legal news and court developments. They cover Iran strikes, redactions in high-profile files, Medicaid halts, and threats to voting systems.

Legal expert and commentator Chris Geidner joins the hosts to preview the upcoming Supreme Court term, discussing topics such as reproductive rights, LGBT rights, the administrative state, and criminal justice. They also explore controversial cases on bans of gender affirming care for minors and civil asset forfeiture. Additionally, they address ethics concerns surrounding Justice Alito and the controversy surrounding a Supreme Court case on taxing unrealized capital gains.

Legal expert Chris Geidner analyzes a Constitutional amendment that could prevent Trump from running again. Senior reporter Kate Briquelet reveals connections between J.P. Morgan and Jeffrey Epstein. They discuss the cult-like support for Trump, the challenge of Trumpism in the Republican Party, and Section Three of the 14th Amendment's implications for Trump's eligibility.

Glenn Kirschner, an MSNBC legal analyst, explores the troubling state of law and order in America, revealing how political figures like Elon Musk are impacting democracy. Chris Geidner, a legal affairs deputy editor, dives into significant legal battles, including the consequences stemming from the January 6th insurrection. Together, they discuss the urgent need for political accountability, public education on these issues, and the rising threat of authoritarianism as America faces a pivotal moment.