Best Asha Rangappa Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 84 | Donald's Docket; Crowdstrike 38:31

1h ago38:31

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Asha and Renato go over the current state of Trump’s criminal trials. Renato shares his surprise prediction about the Manhattan conviction. Plus, Asha barely made it home from her vacation! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZWzalIusTr0 Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Its.Complicated/ Follow Asha on Twitter: https://twit…

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Note from Elie 7/26: Let’s Knock Off the 25th Amendment Talk 9:00

1h ago9:00

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Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division …

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Note From Barb 7/24: The Mission of Justice 8:10

40m ago8:10

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Barb McQuade is the former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, a law professor at the University of Michigan, and a legal analyst for NBC News and MSNBC. For a transcript of Barb’s note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Why is social media the worst way to get breaking news (Ep. 22.5) 16:40

16m ago16:40

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Why did it seem like everyone in the media thought Biden's debate performance concerned democrats? And how does telling a good story get in the way of the truth? In this episode, Dr. Sturg goes over the cozy relationship between politicians and the journalists who cover and explains the narrative bias. It's a tendency to fit facts into a story, and…

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Episode 83 | What’s Next; Court Reform; Logistical Nightmares 35:57

1h ago35:57

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Dahlia Lithwick joins Renato to discuss what’s next for Jack Smith now that the Florida indictment has been thrown out?President Biden has reportedly said that Court reform is going to be a priority in his re-election campaign. What would that look like? Plus, there were some difficulties getting this episode together! Keep up with our Guest: Dahli…

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Note from Elie 7/19: The Secret Biden Tape That We Shouldn’t Hear 9:45

2h ago9:45

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Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division …

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Note From Joyce 7/17: Don’t Stop Political Debates 6:54

7d ago6:54

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Joyce Vance, co-host of the CAFE Insider podcast, is a former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama, a University of Alabama Law School professor, and an MSNBC legal analyst. For a transcript of Joyce’s note head to CAFE.com. To access the full archive of Contributor Notes and other exclusive content, become a CAFE Insider today at CAF…

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Note from Elie 7/16: Judge Cannon’s Ruling: Probably Wrong, But Not Crazy 7:17

34m ago7:17

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Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division …

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How newsmakers using fear affects how you see the world: UnSpun Rewind (feat. Dr. Seth Norrholm 36:21

21m ago36:21

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UnSpun Rewind in honor of the political convention in the US this week. Are things as bad as the politicians say? Are they the only ones who can save us? Dr. Sturg breaks down the Appeal to Fear trick and guest Dr. Seth Norrholm talks about what being made afraid does to your thinking and judgment. "Nothing happened" doesn't make for much of a head…

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Episode 82 | Immunity; Project 2025; Exit Strategy 43:35

21h ago43:35

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Norm Eisen joins Renato and Asha to talk about how this shiny new presidential immunity works when applied to Trump’s current prosecutions. Plus, Renato changed firms and Asha is exploring her options. Keep up with our Guest: Norm Eisen https://twitter.com/normeisen Sate Democracy Defenders Action Questions for the pod? https://formfacade.com/sm/eu…

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Note from Elie 7/12: After the Supreme Court’s Immunity Ruling, All Four Trump Cases are in Trouble 8:46

1d ago8:46

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Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division …

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The Counsel From Cafe 1:30

4d ago1:30

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Now, twice a week, CAFE contributors will examine the intersecting worlds of law, politics, and current events. Join Joyce Vance, Barbara McQuade, Asha Rangappa, Rachel Barkow, and Elie Honig as they break down the complex legal issues shaping our country today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Christian Spiritual Warfare Becoming Political Violence (Episode 22 feat: Dr. Matt Taylor) 54:22

4d ago54:22

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What's a "good" parent or a "true" member of a political party? In this week'e episode, Dr. Sturg runs down the Appeal to Purity as a way of creating us vs. them. Then, she and guest Dr. Matt Taylor talk about how a substantial religious movement is trying to remake American culture in their own image, why they might support political violence arou…

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Episode 81 | Presidential Immunity Ruling; Chevron; 4th of July 1:05:01

22d ago1:05:01

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Presidential Immunity and Chevron Deference were among two of the most consequential Supreme Court rulings this session. What does Presidential Immunity mean for Biden and for Trump’s criminal trials? Renato and Asha are joined by Kim Wehle to discuss the end of Chevron. Keep up with our Guest: Kim Wehle twitter.com/kimwehle Simple Politics with Ki…

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Why journalists do a bad job moderating debates (Episode 21.5) 15:06

11d ago15:06

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If debates make you cringe, you aren't alone1 Dr. Sturg breaks down how the way televised debates are structured benefits media and benefits candidates, but generally isn't that great for the audience. Journalists can't do a good job as both a journalist and a moderator at the same time, and the financial model for news doesn't incentivize them to …

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Note from Elie: Immunity 7:14

12d ago7:14

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Note From Elie is part of the free weekly CAFE Brief newsletter. Audio recordings of Elie’s Note are part of the CAFE Insider subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy CAFE

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Episode 80 | Cannon is Bad at This, and SCOTUS is Inconsistent 1:03:32

28d ago1:03:32

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In Mar-a-Lago, Judge Cannon held a 2 day hearing and invited amici to argue whether Special Counsels are Constitutional. Trump responds to Jack Smith’s request to modify Trump’s pretrial release conditions. SCOTUS gets Rahimi right by ignoring its own precedent. Plus, kids behind the wheel. Questions for the pod? https://formfacade.com/sm/euYIPJdVe…

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Note from Elie: The Supreme Court and Jack Smith’s Impending January 6 Dilemma 9:15

28d ago9:15

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Note From Elie is part of the free weekly CAFE Brief newsletter. Audio recordings of Elie’s Note are part of the CAFE Insider subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy CAFE

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Using rules as a weapon (Episode 21 feat. Ajay Parasram and Alex Khasnabish ) 34:50

19d ago34:50

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We learn as children to follow the rules, but sometimes people use the rules deceptively to avoid addressing uncomfortable topics. Dr. Sturg goes through examples of misplaced focus and talks with Ajay Parasram and Alex Khasnabish, hosts of a YouTube series called "Frequently Asked White Questions." Check out Frequently Asked White Questions Follow…

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Episode 79 | Hunter’s Guilty; Trump is Wilting; Asha Nails It 47:39

1M ago47:39

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Hunter Biden was found guilty of a felony. What’s next? How is Trump handling his felony conviction as he awaits sentencing? Plus, Asha really nails it. Questions for the pod? https://formfacade.com/sm/euYIPJdVe Trump Court Cases Cheat Sheet https://asharangappa.substack.com/p/your-trump-court-cases-cheat-sheet?r=3od4c&utm_medium=ios&utm_campaign=p…

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Note from Elie: How Trump’s SEAL Team Six Assassination Response Has Distorted the Presidential Immunity Argument 8:31

1M ago8:31

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Note From Elie is part of the free weekly CAFE Brief newsletter. Audio recordings of Elie’s Note are part of the CAFE Insider subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy CAFE

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Episode 20.5 Why do people pay attention to the news? 17:00

27d ago17:00

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You have a lot of choices about how to spend your time, so how and why do you choose to spend it with certain media? In this episode, Dr. Sturg breaks down the things that make media appealing and shows how deceptive newsmakers can use these human tendencies against you. Follow Dr. Sturg Twitter -Prof. Amanda Sturgill (@DrSturg) / X Websites -Sturg…

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Note from Elie: The Supreme Court’s Make-Or-Break Decision on Trump 8:47

1M ago8:47

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Note From Elie is part of the free weekly CAFE Brief newsletter. Audio recordings of Elie’s Note are part of the CAFE Insider subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy CAFE

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Episode 20: Data journalism (feat. Ben Welsh) 37:26

1M ago37:26

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From COVID to presidential sex scandals, newsmakers use distraction to tell the story they want and take your attention from the story you *need*. Dr. Sturg breaks down this common issues with several examples of politician deception for you to try your skills. Then, she and award-winning journalist Ben Welsh talk about data journalism. Data storie…

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Episode 78 | Trump's Guilty; Hunter’s on Trial; Cicadas Gone Wild 46:02

1M ago46:02

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Trump has been found guilty on all 24 counts. He’s scheduled to be sentenced on July 11th. What kind of sentence should we expect? Hunter Biden is on trial for a gun charge in Delaware. What is his team’s strategy? Plus. Henry really likes cicada season! Read Renato’s Piece in the NYT Opinion | How Trump’s Team Blew It - The New York Times Question…

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Note from Elie: Hunter Biden is Almost Surely Guilty — But His Prosecution Makes Little Sense 9:55

2M ago9:55

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Note From Elie is part of the free weekly CAFE Brief newsletter. Audio recordings of Elie’s Note are part of the CAFE Insider subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy CAFE

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Episode 19.5 - How news interviews work 19:21

1M ago19:21

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How does the news decide who to interview, and what do they do with people who just don't want to answer the questions? Dr. Sturg breaks it down in this week's mini-sode of UnSpun. Here's an example of a newsmaker being evasive in an interview. Send us your questions and comments at theunspunpodcast@gmail.com and don't forget to like and subscribe!…

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Note from Elie: The Manhattan DA’s Frankenstein Case is a Winner -- The Trump Jury Did Its Job, but Deep Problems Persist 10:04

2M ago10:04

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Note From Elie is part of the free weekly CAFE Brief newsletter. Audio recordings of Elie’s Note are part of the CAFE Insider subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy CAFE

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Episode 77 | Jury Instructions; Travel Delays 30:51

2M ago30:51

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The jury in Trump’s Manhattan trial is deliberating. What do they have to find in order to convict Trump? Did prosecutors do enough to convict? Questions for the pod? https://formfacade.com/sm/euYIPJdVe Trump Court Cases Cheat Sheet https://asharangappa.substack.com/p/your-trump-court-cases-cheat-sheet?r=3od4c&utm_medium=ios&utm_campaign=post Subsc…

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