Stanford Legal Podcast Trailer: Law Matters, we're here to help make sense of it

11/13/23 • 3 min

After a hiatus, Stanford Legal returns to your podcast feed. Start with our first episode back, where hosts Pam Karlan and Rich Ford sit down with criminal law expert David Sklansky to unpack the numerous indictments against Donald Trump. But that's not all: our upcoming episodes will explore a range of pressing legal topics from AI to the Supreme Court’s latest decisions.

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Previous Episode

Expert Insights on Trump Indictments from David Sklansky

The many indictments against Donald Trump, former president and current Republican frontrunner for the 2024 presidential contest, have left many scratching their heads. Is the Florida documents case more important than the Georgia election interference one? Is it all just political theatre, or is this serious? Here to help make sense of it is former prosecutor and criminal law expert David Alan Sklansky, who joins Pam and Rich for this episode about the criminal cases against Trump and how they might play out in this critical campaign year. From the intricacies of witness testimonies to the strategic implications for co-defendants, this episode touches on the unprecedented challenges faced by judges, lawyers, and the American legal system.

This is the first episode of the newly-relaunched Stanford Legal podcast; make sure you're following so you don't miss an episode!

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

Rich Ford and Pam Karlan reintroduce the Stanford Legal podcast after a hiatus, as well as guest David Alan Sklansky. Overview of the four major criminal indictments against Trump.

(00:05:02) Severity and Strength of Charges

Analysis of the seriousness of charges & assessment of the legal strengths of different cases, highlighting the Florida case as particularly challenging for Trump.

(00:07:25) Trump's Trial Strategies

Prediction of strategies to delay the trials, including attempts to change judges, create discovery disputes & Trump's courtroom absence during the trials.

(00:12:05) The Judges Navigate Trump’s Cases

Sklansky discusses the particular challenges the judges are facing presiding over these trials.

(00:15:04) Ensuring an Unbiased Jury

Discussion on the difficulty of finding jurors unafraid to participate due to potential threats or intimidation. Insight into the legal system's approach to selecting jurors and the importance of reasoned deliberation.

(00:18:12) Trump’s Codefendants

Analysis of co-defendants in the cases, highlighting the New York and Georgia indictments.

(00:22:24) Strategic Implications of Conviction

Discussion on how trial outcomes may influence co-defendants' decisions & their repeated testimonies and its impact on legal proceedings.

(00:24:18) Legal Representation Challenges

Examination of co-defendants' legal representation, including lawyers paid by the Trump campaign, as well as the intersection of cases, and unprecedented consequences.

(00:26:30) March to Trial and Democracy's Future

Discussion on the anticipation of the D.C. election fraud trial in March and its historical significance.

Next Episode

From Sumptuary Laws to Senate Suits: Dress Codes in History and Today

From the recent Senate dress code controversy to landmark legal cases, explore the nuanced intersection of the law and fashion, gender identity, and cultural expression. Join Pam Karlan and Rich Ford to delve into the intricate world of dress codes and the law, examining their historical roots and contemporary implications.The discussion begins with the recent Senate dress code controversy, unravelling the political and cultural factors at play. The hosts delve into the historical context, touching on sumptuary laws in medieval Europe and the Great Male Renunciation, offering valuable insights into the evolution of societal norms. Pivotal legal cases such as Jespersen v. Harrah’s and the challenges surrounding gender-specific dress codes and religious exemptions are dissected. Throughout the episode, engaging anecdotes and thought-provoking analysis provide listeners with a profound understanding of the legal complexities shaping our attire, identities, and societies.

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Rich Ford's Book >>> Dress Codes: How the Laws of Fashion Made History

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

Pam Karlan and Rich Ford introduce the episode, Rich’s book 'Dress Codes, How the Laws of Fashion Made History’

(00:01:08) Senate Dress Code Drama

The recent elimination and subsequent reinstatement of the dress code in the U.S. Senate; specific mention of John Fetterman & Kyrsten Sinema.

(00:03:55) Solicitor General's Office

Analysis of the gendered nature of dress code challenges faced by the first female Solicitor General, Elena Kagan, in navigating the formal attire expectations.

(00:06:53) Dress Code Messages

Examination of the message behind politicians & tech industry dress choices to send a message

(00:09:47) The Personal Side of Dress Codes

Rich Ford's personal experiences and anecdotes, including his participation in Esquire's Best Dressed Real Man contest.

(00:10:39) Sumptuary Laws and Fashion in the Middle Ages

Discussion on medieval sumptuary laws and their detailed regulations on attire, reflecting societal hierarchies and power dynamics.

(00:12:27) Earrings as Signifiers: From Medieval Italy to Modern Campuses

Exploration of earrings as symbols, from distinguishing religious groups in medieval Italy to contemporary cultural identifiers on college campuses.

(00:15:04) The Great Masculine Renunciation and Gendered Attire

Examination of the historical shift in men's fashion during the 1700s, marking the beginning of subdued, practical attire and its implications on gender roles.

(00:17:30) Modern Title VII Challenges

In-depth analysis of modern legal cases involving gender and dress codes specifically discussing Jespersen v. Harrah, and the Amy Steven’s case involving transgender rights & how gender expression is changing.

(00:22:18) Sex, Race, & Dress Codes

Reflection on cases where hairstyles were the center of dress-code legal cases, particularly affecting members of a particular race.

(00:26:28) Religious Exemptions and Dress Codes: A Global Perspective

Exploration of religious exemptions from dress codes, and the clash between cultural expression and state regulations.

(00:27:02) Conclusion