The #SistersInLaw convene this week to explain the involuntary manslaughter charges against the parents of the recent Michigan school shooter. Then, they discuss possible criminal charges against former President Trump for his handing (and possible flushing!) of top secret documents, and examine the federal hate crimes prosecution of Arbery’s killers and why it isn’t double jeopardy.
Read MoreThe Mehdi Hasan Show 2/10/2022
Read MoreJill and Victor are joined by impeachment manager Rep. Madeleine Dean to share what it was like inside the Capitol during the 1/6 insurrection. They break down Donald’s pivotal role in it based on his words and attempts to foment disinformation, then highlight the importance of holding him accountable while supporting efforts to protect our voting rights.
Read MoreAmerican Voices with Alicia Menendez 2/6/2022
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw meet this week to explain the NFL vs Flores case, the ‘but for’ requirement in discrimination cases, and to emphasize the value of diversity across all levels of an organization. Then, they look at the latest developments in holding Donald accountable for his attempts to interfere in the 2020 election, and Alexander Vindman’s lawsuit against members of his team.
Read MoreHere's #CNN's @elliotcwilliams Lego action figures featuring the #SistersInLaw
Read MoreJill and Victor are joined by journalist Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about finding your way in politics and journalism, how essential it is to have diverse experiences, and the need to chase opportunities. They also look at the importance of message discipline in governance, and the value of listening and staying true to your values while covering current events.
Read MoreIn this special bonus episode of the #SistersInLaw, Joyce, Barb, Kim and Jill celebrate one year of podcasting together and give a big thanks to everyone who’s listened. They also announce the winners of the prize pack from last week’s special submission contest where listeners shared why they loved the show and what they learned from the episodes of 2021.
Read MoreThe ReidOut 2/1/2022
Read MoreAmerican Voices with Alicia Menendez 1/29/2022
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw celebrate the 1 year anniversary of the podcast by looking at Justice Breyer’s retirement announcement and sharing their top picks for his replacement. Then, they give a history of affirmative action law and break down upcoming cases facing the new court, before discussing the Georgia grand jury probe of possible election interference by Trump and the possibility of RICO charges.
Read MoreJill and Victor are joined by conservative commentator and author David French for a look at the devolution of the Republican party under Donald Trump, and how good journalism and conservative thinkers can reclaim it. Will the media be able to focus on substance and reason instead of division? And are our politics up to the challenge of bringing common sense and purpose back to our country again?
Read MoreThe Beat with Ari Melber 1/24/2022
Read MoreAmerican Voices with Alicia Menendez 1/22/2022
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw meet this week to look at the ongoing battle to strengthen voting rights and the barriers being enacted against them in states across the country. Then, they explain the latest actions of the 1/6 committee and why it seems like it is taking so long to make any real progress, before breaking down the investigation into Donald Trump’s finances being overseen by Tish James in New York.
Read MoreThe Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell (Jonathan Capehart) 1/21/2022
Read MoreJill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi are joined by Congressman Mondaire Jones (from New York) to look at the dangers to our country posed by a failing judicial system, the undermining of our voting rights, and the insurrection against the government by Trumpists on 1/6/2021. What policies and practices are needed to protect us, and what will it take for us to enact them?
Read MoreAmerican Voices with Alicia Menendez 1/16/2022
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