

Opening Arguments
Opening Arguments Media LLC
Opening Arguments is a law show that helps you make sense of the news! Comedian Thomas Smith brings on legal analysts to help you understand not only current events, but also deeper legal concepts and areas!
The typical schedule will be M-W-F with Monday being a deep-dive, Wednesday being Thomas Takes the Bar Exam and patron shoutouts, and Friday being a rapid response to legal issues in the news!
The typical schedule will be M-W-F with Monday being a deep-dive, Wednesday being Thomas Takes the Bar Exam and patron shoutouts, and Friday being a rapid response to legal issues in the news!
Episodes
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Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 4min
The Trump Trial Is On, and Lordy There Are Transcripts!
The podcast delves into the first trial of a former US President with 34 felony counts. They cover dramatic readings of opening statements, discuss the Manhattan DA's case, and Trump's defense strategy. The episode also includes analysis of trial transcripts, Michael Cohen's credibility challenges, and courtroom drama.

Apr 22, 2024 • 59min
Did The Supreme Court Just Make Protest Illegal In 3 States?
The podcast delves into the Supreme Court's decision on protesting rights, clarifying the misinformation surrounding it. They also analyze Biden's border policies, debunking myths and comparing them to Trump's enforcement metrics. The hosts provide insights on legal implications of protest leadership, debunking myths about Biden's border policies, and exploring complexities of immigration policies and asylum claims.

Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 3min
Trump's Criminal Trial Is Moving Right Along!
The podcast discusses Trump's criminal trial, jury selection speed, Supreme Court arguments on January 6th rioters, loopholes in obstruction laws, secret meanings in legal terms, and potential disruption in a DC prosecution. Legal twists, jury selection challenges, and analysis of charges add depth to the engaging legal conversation.

Apr 17, 2024 • 41min
T3BE Week 10! Disappearing Wallets and Fake Philanthropy
Last week's answers, this week's questions! If you'd like to support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law!

Apr 15, 2024 • 1h 9min
11 Years Ago Today, A Brutal Act of Terror
Discussing the Boston Marathon bombing, jury selection challenges, and legal complexities in the case. Exploring the aftermath chaos on social media, death penalty decisions, and juror bias issues. Analyzing the influence of the older brother, the betrayal of the U.S., and the emotional repercussions of seeking the death penalty. Delving into legal challenges, Supreme Court rulings, and ongoing case implications for jury selection.

Apr 12, 2024 • 1h 5min
Arizona Republican Party Like It's 1864
The podcast delves into recent extreme abortion laws in Arizona and Florida, with a focus on legal implications and historical context. It also explores international law breaches, upcoming Trump trials, and challenges in jury selection. The hosts share personal reflections on the OJ Simpson trial and discuss the manipulation of dictionary definitions for political influence.

Apr 10, 2024 • 40min
T3BE Week 9! Prescription Negligence and Breach of Contract
As usual, we've got last week's answers and this week's questions! Some fun and tricky ones... If you'd like to support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law!

Apr 9, 2024 • 54min
RERELEASE: Immigrant Workers Died Repairing Bridge Named After Slaveholder
Exploring the tragic bridge incident involving immigrant workers, dissecting the controversial history of the national anthem and the contributions of undocumented workers. Discussing the economic impact of immigrant labor and the disparities faced by workers in the U.S. Highlighting maritime law and the treatment of immigrant workers amidst a boat incident involving hazardous materials.

Apr 8, 2024 • 54min
Immigrant Workers Died Repairing Bridge Named After Slaveholder
Exploring a bridge incident involving immigrant worker deaths, the podcast questions the legacy of Francis Scott Key. It dives into the contributions of undocumented workers to the US economy, challenges Republican immigration proposals, and delves into maritime law complexities.

Apr 5, 2024 • 59min
Jack Smith's Smackdown of Judge Cannon
In this episode, they discuss Trump's response to Judge Cannon's order and the legal developments in New York regarding Trump. They also analyze defense strategies in legal cases, judge's unconventional legal scenarios, and Trump's search for a bond lender. The discussion highlights the complexities of legal processes and the challenges faced in high-profile trials.


