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Losing Our Religion (with Ryan Burge) Sep 07, 2023

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How does religion influence our politics? Preet speaks with Ryan Burge, a pastor, data analyst, and political science professor at Eastern Illinois University focused on religion and politics. They discuss the rapid decrease in American religious affiliation, how religious groups are becoming more polarized, and what it all means for our elections.

Plus, Preet reacts to testimony by former Trump Chief of Staff Mark Meadows who is seeking to transfer the Georgia state prosecution to federal court.

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For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to:https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/losing-our-religion-with-ryan-burge/

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CAFE Insider 9/5: Musical Trials Sep 05, 2023

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the speedy trial demands filed by some of former President Donald Trump’s co-defendants in the Georgia prosecution. They also break down Trump’s opposition to the expedited trial schedule and his motion to sever his case from the co-defendants seeking a speedy trial.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– Former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows’s testimony at a hearing on his request to remove his criminal case in Georgia to federal court;

– The March 2024 trial date set for Trump’s election interference federal case in D.C.;

– The plausibility of disqualifying Trump from running for president in 2024 through a provision of the 14th Amendment that bars anyone who “engaged in insurrection” from holding office; and

– The ruling by a federal judge in D.C. that found Rudy Giuliani liable for defaming two Georgia election workers.

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Revisiting Politics, Punditry, and Restaurants (with Frank Bruni) Aug 31, 2023

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Longtime New York Times columnist Frank Bruni joins Preet to discuss a few of his favorite topics: food, politics, and language. Bruni also talks about an unusual medical ailment that inspired him to write a book, and how AI tools like ChatGPT will impact the field of writing.

This episode first aired on January 26, 2023.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/revisiting-politics-punditry-and-restaurants-with-frank-bruni/

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In Brief: When We Nuked Ourselves (with Tina Cordova) Aug 28, 2023

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After the US army tested the world’s first nuclear bomb in New Mexico in 1945, residents of the surrounding area suffered severe health issues due to radioactive fallout. Last month, the Senate passed an amendment to the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act to make Trinity Test “downwinders” eligible for compensation. Preet speaks with Tina Cordova, co-founder of the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium, about the downwinder’s movement for acknowledgement and justice.

Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please write to us with your thoughts and questions at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.

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The Indictment State of Mind (with Chuck Rosenberg) Aug 24, 2023

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Chuck Rosenberg, a veteran of the Justice Department, has held many roles including US Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, Acting Administrator of the DEA, and Chief of Staff and Counsel to two FBI Directors. He and Preet discuss the four Trump prosecutions, the unusual developments in the Hunter Biden investigation, and whether the repeated use of special counsels undermines the integrity of the Justice Department.

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For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to:https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/indictment-state-of-mind-with-chuck-rosenberg/

Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with the hashtag #AskPreet, email us your questions and comments at staytuned@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.

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Executive Producer: Tamara Sepper; Senior Editorial Producer: Adam Waller; Technical Director: David Tatasciore; Audio Producer: Matthew Billy; Editorial Producer: Noa Azulai

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CAFE Insider 8/22: Georgia on My Mind Aug 22, 2023

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows’s notice of removal to transfer the criminal case against him in Georgia to federal court and stop the state from proceeding any further in the matter. They also discuss the unique tenets of Georgia’s criminal procedure rules, including the publication of grand jurors’ names in an indictment.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– Why the timing of Trump’s criminal trials can be decisive;

– The applicability of the DOJ’s Office of Legal Counsel policy on prosecuting a sitting president; and

– The collapse of Hunter Biden’s plea deal and diversion agreement, and the designation of U.S. Attorney David Weiss as special counsel to continue overseeing the investigation.

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In Brief: A Room Temperature Super-what? (with Richard Greene) Aug 21, 2023

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False alarms sounded recently about the discovery of a room temperature superconductor by way of a material called LK-99. Since then, there has been a surge in interest in the topic: what exactly is a room temperature superconductor? How would one change our lives? And just how close are we to discovering one? Preet speaks with physicist and superconductor expert Dr. Richard Greene of the University of Maryland.

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Has the Economy Turned a Corner? (with Greg Ip) Aug 17, 2023

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Greg Ip is the chief economics commentator at The Wall Street Journal and has reported on the economy for decades. He and Preet discuss the likelihood of a US recession, whether inflation will stay contained, and President Biden’s strategy to stimulate growth by targeting specific industries integral to the economy.

Plus, Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed David Weiss as special counsel to continue overseeing the Hunter Biden investigation, and prosecutors press for a “speedy trial” in Donald Trump’s January 6 case.

To listen to the free full episode of CAFE Insider about Trump’s 4th indictment out of Georgia, head to: cafe.com/georgia

Don’t miss the Insider bonus, where Preet and Ip discuss the need for better economic literacy. To listen, try the Cafe Insider membership for $1 for the first month at: cafe.com/insider.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to:https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/has-the-economy-turned-a-corner-with-greg-ip/

Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with the hashtag #AskPreet, email us your questions and comments at staytuned@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.

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CAFE Insider 8/15: The 4th Indictment Aug 15, 2023

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To listen to a free special episode of CAFE Insider discussing the 4th indictment of Donald Trump, head to cafe.com/Georgia and enter your email.

In this episode, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the Fulton County, Georgia indictment of Trump over his alleged attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election in the state. They discuss:

– The decision by Fulton County DA Fani Willis to level racketeering charges against Trump and 18 co-defendants;

– The overlap between this case and special counsel Jack Smith’s federal case against Trump in connection with the 2020 election;

– The other charges against Trump and his co-defendants, including Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows, Jeffrey Clark, Sidney Powell, and Jenna Ellis; and

– The intricate logistics of orchestrating a criminal trial involving 19 defendants.

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In Brief: Mississippi’s “Cruel & Unusual” Voting Ban (with Sean Morales-Doyle) Aug 14, 2023

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The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down Mississippi’s lifetime felon voting ban. The court held that the Jim Crow-era law violates the 8th Amendment of the Constitution, which prohibits “cruel and unusual punishment.” What could this new legal justification mean for enfranchisement across the country? Preet speaks with Sean Morales-Doyle, Director of the Voting Rights Program at the Brennan Center for Justice.

Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please write to us with your thoughts and questions at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.

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