SoS 2025: The 3rd Set of Cases
Nia and Aughie discuss the following case rulings: Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, Mahmoud v. Taylor, and Trump v CASA.
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 19Ep. 5
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SoS 2025: The 2nd Set of Cases
Aughie and Nia discuss the following case rulings: United States v. Skrmetti, Diamond Alternative Energy v. EPA, Kennedy v. Braidwood Management, and Federal Communications Commission v. Consumers' Research.
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 19Ep. 4
SoS 2025: Wrapping It Up
Aughie gives Nia a run-down on all the statistics of the most recent SCOTUS session; who talked the most and least, who wrote the most and least, who agreed the most and least, and other statistics and observations.
Jul 18, 2025•59 min•Season 19Ep. 6
SoS 2025: The 1st Set of Cases
Nia and Aughie discuss the following case rulings: Oklahoma Statewide Charter Board v. Drummond, Smith & Wesson Brands v. Estados Unidos Mexicanos, Catholic Charities Bureau v. Wisconsin Labor & Industry Commission, Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, and Martin v. United States.
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 19Ep. 3
SoS 2025: Looking Forward
Aughie gives listeners a preview of some of the cases that have been accepted for adjudication in the next SCOTUS term, including: Louisiana v. Calais, Landor v. Louisiana Department of Corrections and Public Safety, Hamm v. Smith, Elingburg v. U.S., Chiles v. Salazar, National Republican Senatorial Committee v. FEC, Urias-Orellana v. Bondi, and a combination of two cases, Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.J.P.
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 19Ep. 7
SoS 2025: JRob's Tough Year
Aughie and Nia explore the rather difficult year Chief Justice John Roberts has had in the keeping the SCOTUS on track and productive.
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 19Ep. 2
In the News: Trump and the National Guard
Aughie and Nia discuss the legal and Constitutional guidance around Presidents and their deployment of the National Guard to a state or city.
Jun 16, 2025•50 min•Season 19Ep. 1
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing
In the last episode of season 18, Aughie and Nia explore the long and storied history of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
May 09, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 18Ep. 18
The Bureau of the Mint
Nia and Aughie discuss the history and responsibilities of the Bureau of the Mint.
May 02, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 18Ep. 17
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Aughie and Nia learn about the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the many financial and banking boards that the Comptroller sits on or directs.
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 18Ep. 16
The Children's Bureau
Nia and Aughie discuss the rich and long history of the Children's Bureau, from its founding in 1912 to the modern era.
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 18Ep. 15
In the News: Trump Targets Universities
Aughie and Nia discuss the recent efforts of the Trump Administration to target the research efforts, curricula, and financial support of universities and colleges.
Apr 11, 2025•53 min•Season 18Ep. 14
Western Area Power Administration
Nia and Aughe explain the history and work of the Western Area Power Administration.
Apr 04, 2025•54 min•Season 18Ep. 13
Transportation Security Administration
Aughie and Nia explore the formation, responsibilities, and struggles of the Transportation Security Administration.
Mar 28, 2025•50 min•Season 18Ep. 12
In the News: Trump's First Seven Weeks
Aughie and Nia take a look at the lawsuits, firings, and impoundments during President Trump's first seven weeks in office.
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 18Ep. 11
Voice of America
Nia and Aughie turn their attention to the breadth, reach, and soft power of the Voice of America.
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr•Season 18Ep. 10
ATF
Aughie and Nia explore the history and responsibilities of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
Mar 07, 2025•59 min•Season 18Ep. 9
Unoccupied Territories
In the sixth and final episode in this series, Nia and Aughie talk about the unoccupied, but still interesting, US territories.
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 18Ep. 8
US Virgin Islands
The US Virgin Islands are the topic of the fifth in this series, with Aughie and Nia discussing the rich history of the islands.
Feb 20, 2025•53 min•Season 18Ep. 7
American Samoa
The fourth in this territorial series brings Aughie and Nia to American Samoa.
Feb 18, 2025•52 min•Season 18Ep. 6
Northern Mariana Islands
In the third of this series, Aughie and Nia discuss the Northern Mariana Islands
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr•Season 18Ep. 5
Puerto Rico
Nia and Aughie continue their U.S. Territories series while exploring the history and culture of Puerto Rico.
Jan 30, 2025•52 min•Season 18Ep. 4
In the News: Trump's First Week
Aughie and Nia explore some of the Executive Orders released by the Trump Administration in his first week in office.
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 18Ep. 3
Guam
Nia and Aughie discuss the Constitutional grounds upon which the U.S. might acquire a territory. They go on to discuss the territory of Guam.
Jan 24, 2025•54 min•Season 18Ep. 2
In the News: Presidential Inaugurations
Augie and Nia discuss the Constitutional and customary rules surrounding a Presidential Inauguration.
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 18Ep. 1
Pardon Me!
Aughie and Nia discuss the Presidential pardon power - how it arises, how it has been used, and controversial pardons past and present.
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 17Ep. 16
In the News: The First Round of Trump Appointments
Aughie and Nia discuss the first round of President Elect Trump's proposed appointments, and follow with a discussion of recess appointments.
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr•Season 17Ep. 15
After Election 2024
Aughie and Nia discuss the immediate and potential long term ramifications of the 2024 election cycle.
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 17Ep. 14
Election Certification Process
Aughie and Nia outline the steps a Presidential election goes through, from voting at the booth to election certification at the U.S. Capitol.
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 17Ep. 13
Government Plagiarizers
Aughie and Nia talk about famous government officials who have plagiarized writing and speeches.
Oct 31, 2024•53 min•Season 17Ep. 12
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