248: Texas Hold ‘Em

248: Texas Hold ‘Em

Author: Politicon August 9, 2025 Duration: 59:55
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to examine the legality of the proposed effort by Governor Abbott to gerrymander Texas, how the Democrats in the Texas legislature are fighting back, and where things might go from here.  Then, the #Sisters chastise A.G. Bondi for summoning a grand jury to target Trump’s political opponents, and weigh whether she has lived up to the precedent and responsibilities of her office.  They also explain the legal issues that could shut down ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ by looking at the potential civil rights and environmental violations taking place there.

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Four women who have been at the very center of American legal and political power come together for frank, insightful, and often surprising conversations. #SistersInLaw, from Politicon, features Joyce Vance, Barbara McQuade, Kimberly Atkins Stohr, and Jill Wine-Banks-each a former federal prosecutor or top legal analyst-as they dissect the week’s most pressing news. This podcast goes beyond the headlines, offering a unique blend of legal expertise, historical context, and sharp commentary that only insiders with their depth of experience can provide. Listeners hear these sisters in law break down complex court rulings, political maneuvers, and constitutional questions with clarity and a shared sense of purpose. Their dynamic discussions cut through the noise, revealing the underlying mechanisms of justice and governance. It’s a masterclass in understanding how the law truly intersects with politics and daily life, delivered with the candor and rapport of trusted colleagues. For anyone seeking to comprehend the real stakes behind today’s stories, this is an essential listen.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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247: The Maxwell Saga [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:46
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to dissect Pam Bondi’s judicial complaints targeting Judge Boasberg and if they are legitimate, before linking them to the growing number of violent threats being faced by members of the…
246: Respect My Authoritah [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:13
Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to explain the state of the cases against Jeffery Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, emphasizing their past convictions and how the current perceptions of their crimes are affecting our po…
245: Heroes & Villains [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:43
Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to expose the malfeasance at the DOJ by highlighting questionable firings and sentencing, including the killer of Breonna Taylor and Maurene Comey. Then, the #Sisters call out th…
244: Barbara Versus Trump [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:37
Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to celebrate Jill’s recent role as a Grand Marshall, and explain the madness behind the DOJ’s investigation of Comey and Brennan in what will most likely amount to a fishing expedition at…
243: Independence Day [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:01
Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to look at the challenges posed by political turmoil, and expose the horrific allegations of torture against deportees. Then, the #Sisters discuss the 8th Amendment ban on cruel and unusua…
242: Balaclavas Or Baklavas? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:46
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt & Mini Tote at politicon.com/merchCheck out Kim’s New Politicon Podcast: Justice By DesignJill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to dive into the latest debates over citizenship and the…
241: Pretzel Logic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:18
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt & Mini Tote at politicon.com/merchBarb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to lay out the legal implications of the growing political violence in the country and call upon leaders in both par…
240: Troops On The Streets [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:10
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt & Mini Tote at politicon.com/merchKimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to explore the legality of Trump’s deployment of troops to Los Angeles amid the ongoing battle between immi…
239: OpinionPalooza [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:54
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt & Mini Tote at politicon.com/merchJoyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to break down the upcoming cases on the Supreme Court docket, focusing on their review of cases under Title VII, the…
238: Pardons For The Rich & The Famous [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:00
Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt & Mini Tote at politicon.com/merchJill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to castigate Trump for the questionable pardons he’s recently issued, lay out how they might represent a quid pro…