Zoomed In Series Premiere: DeSantis Derangement and Defending Democracy with MeidasTouch

Biden’s Grace vs. Trump’s Disgrace with Beto O’Rourke and Ruth Ben-Ghiat: It's a big day! The Meidas Brothers celebrate the inauguration of President Joe Biden and try to make sense of the sudden return to normalcy, as he who shall not be named leaves in utter disgrace. The brothers discuss highlights the Inauguration, including the breathtaking speech by Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman. Former Congressman, Senate and Presidential Candidate, and founder of Powered by People Beto O'Rourke then joins the pod to discuss the work of his organization in Texas, the horrible human known as Ted Cruz, and the enduring legacy of the peaceful protests of Colin Kaepernick. The brothers then discuss the shattered reality of QAnon supporters before having a fascinating conversation with professor of history and Italian studies at New York University and Author of Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present, Ruth Ben-Ghiat. The brothers finish the show by showing more examples of the return to normal by The MeidasTouch Podcast

94 min listen

Deprogramming the MAGA Cult with Diane Benscoter: MeidasTouch co-founder and civil rights attorney Ben Meiselas interviews Diane Benscoter an expert in cult behavior and in deprogramming members of a cult. Benscoter discusses how MAGA exhibits the classic traits of cult behavior and how to best engage with MAGA supporters to help them exit the MAGA cult with dignity. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support</a> by The MeidasTouch Podcast

44 min listen

Emergency Podcast: Trump Attacks America: The Meidas Brothers fired up the microphones to deliver you this very special emergency podcast to cover the insane, disgraceful, treasonous and seditious acts that have occured in the past 48 hours. They also found some time to make fun of Kelly Loeffler's former campaign aide.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support</a> by The MeidasTouch Podcast

70 min listen

Trump’s Last Day with Mary Trump, Matthew Cooke and Matt Rosengart: The Meidas Brothers kick off the show by digging up evidence of each others failed career as rappers. Yes, you read that right. They then discuss how Trump's domestic terrorists are now begging for pardons. The brothers then welcome clinical psychologist and niece to Donald Trump, Mary Trump, onto the program to discuss the future of the Trump family, our country and how we break half the country from the spell of dangerous disinformation. Ben also shows Mary his best Donald impression. Next, the brothers welcome Matt Rosengart, a former federal prosecutor with intimate knowledge of the Presidential Transition Act of 1963 to discuss how we can codify our past norms regarding the transition process, which have now been completely violated by Donald Trump, into law. The brothers finish the show by speaking with Matthew Cooke, whose video 'A Wake Up Call to Republicans' took the internet by storm over the past few days by The MeidasTouch Podcast

97 min listen

Free Reality Winner: The Case to #BringRealityHome From Those Who Know Her Best: On June 3rd, 2017, a young woman from small town Texas named Reality Winner was arrested after leaking an intelligence report about Russian interference in the 2016 elections. The MeidasTouch brothers sit down for an exclusive interview with Reality’s mother, sister, and a #BringRealityHome advocate to tell the in-depth story of Reality’s life, from gifted student & decorated Air Force veteran to being imprisoned by the Trump Department of Justice. You can sign the Official Reality Winner Clemency Petition to President Biden <a href="https://standwithreality.org/action-to-take/official-reality-winner-clemency-petition-to-president-biden/">here</a>. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support</a> by The MeidasTouch Podcast

70 min listen

Ted Lieu, Rapaport, and the Meidas Brothers on the Failed Coup: Ben and Brett begin the show by holding an intervention for Jordy. The brothers then interview Rep. Ted Lieu fresh off the House floor to discuss Trump's second impeachment and the shocking allegations regarding the potential involvement of the Congressman's peers in the attack. Michael Rapaport sits down for an unfiltered chat and discusses his dream scenario for the Trump family once they are kicked out of the White House. The brothers then finish the show by reading some "fan mail" they received regarding the holiday cards they sent their supporters. Make sure you subscribe to the MeidasTouch Podcast so you don't miss an episode! New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.Listen to the I AM RAPAPORT: STEREO PODCAST at <a href="//Luminary.link/RAPAPORT">Luminary.link/RAPAPORT</a>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/messageSupport this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support" by The MeidasTouch Podcast

84 min listen

Don’t Mess with Democracy with Debra Messing: The Meidas Brothers kick off the show by discussing the Twitter poll that gripped America and crowned Jordy the fan favorite. They then talk the about fact that Stupid Season has returned to the media highlight the false-equivalencies that equate a GOP-led insurrection to President Biden wearing a nice watch, and the toxic framing of stories that pollutes our political discourse. The brothers then discuss how the GOP is broken beyond repair, after fully embracing fascism and the conspiracies of QAnon over American democracy. The Meidas Brothers then welcome the legendary actress, social justice advocate and host of <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dissenters-with-debra-messing-and-mandana-dayani/id1510623465">The Dissenters Podcast </a>Debra Messing to the program to discuss the need for accountability in our politics. Ben also breaks out his best Ricky Ricardo impression. The brothers close out the show by discussing t by The MeidasTouch Podcast

80 min listen

Rep. Tim Ryan Wants to Make Government Work: Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH) joins the MeidasTouch Brothers fresh off his viral speech on the House Floor to discuss how Democrats can make government work for the American people, while the GQP seeks to distract with Dr. Seuss and other culture war non-issues. The brothers also ask him the question on everyone’s mind: will the Democratic rising star run for Ohio’s open Senate seat in 2022? The brothers discuss Jordy’s #ThirstTrap photos on social media, the passage of the historic American Rescue Plan, and mock a certain sad, pathetic loser who is currently sitting alone, locked away in his Florida resort. Later, the brothers discuss GQP voter suppression efforts and round out the show with a brand new edition of the new fan-favorite segment ‘Hate Mail.’ Thank you for listening to the MeidasTouch Podcast! New episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday. Please share this podcast with a friend and rate us 5 stars on the Apple Podcasts app! by The MeidasTouch Podcast

66 min listen

Guardians of the Democracy with Scaramucci and Rep. Gomez: What. A. Show. Today, the brothers kick things off by punching back at dumb fact checks, before talking about the GOP's complete capitulation to QAnon. Next, the Meidas Brothers welcome Rep. Jimmy Gomez, a Democrat from CA's 34th district, who famously drafted the resolution to expel Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Rep. Gomez also gives his raw and harrowing recounting of his experience in the Capitol during the January 6th attack. The brothers then bring you the latest with the Biden administration, and Ben and Brett debate the merits of targeted stimulus checks. Are you #TeamBen or #TeamBrett? Later, the brothers have a raw and honest interview with former White House Communications Director and Founder of SkyBridge Capital Anthony 'The Mooch" ScaramucciListen to Scaramucci's new podcast <a href="https://www.mooch.fm/">MoochFM</a> anywhere you get podcastsIf you like the show, remember to subscribe and give us a by The MeidasTouch Podcast

94 min listen

Combating the Radical Right with Fred Guttenberg: The first week of the Joe Biden presidency is in the books! The Meidas Brothers kick off the show by revealing the elaborate ways they used to tease each other as kids. Next, the brothers break down the many accomplishments of President Joe Biden just one week in. The brothers discuss their latest initiatives to hold the insurrectionists accountable and bring you up-to-date on all things impeachment. They then move on to discuss the utterly depraved state of the GOP. Next, Fred Guttenberg, an activist against gun violence who lost his daughter Jaime in the Parkland shooting, joins the show to discuss the need for gun reform and the obstruction by the radical right. The brothers finish the show by discussing some absurdities in the news, like the fact that Mike Pence is homeless and couch surfing, and nutjobs who pretend to be Muslim and wear hijabs in order to avoid wearing masks. Really weird stuff. Buy Fred Guttenberg's by The MeidasTouch Podcast

75 min listen

Sedition, Consequences and Jordy's Turtleneck with Juliette Kayyem: The Meidas Brothers kick off the show by discussing one of the most pressing issues of the week: Jordy and PurseGate. They then get down to business and discuss Trump's social media ban, impeachment and the pathetic Republican and right-wing media response in the aftermath of the domestic terrorist attack at the U.S. Capitol. Juliette Kayyem, CNN National Security Analyst and Former Assistant Homeland Security Secretary for Intergovernmental Affairs under President Obama,  joins us to discuss how we should deal with right wing radicalization. We then finish the show by taking your questions!Thanks to you the MeidasTouch Podcast is a top 40 news podcast in the United States! Please continue to spread the word and give this podcast 5 stars.You can read Juliette Kayyem's latest article right now in The Atlantic.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/messageSupport this podcast by The MeidasTouch Podcast

79 min listen

The End of the GOP with Joe Walsh: The Meidas Brothers kick off the show by discussing a fan-suggested 'Men of Meidas' calendar before heading into the more serious news of the week: the acquittal of Donald Trump in the Senate impeachment trial. The brothers recount that stressful day and debate the merits of the Democrats' decision not to call witnesses. They then answer the question: where do we go from here? The brothers then welcome former Republican Joe Walsh to the show to discuss the future of the Republican Party. The Meidas Brothers then break down the latest with the Biden agenda before welcoming Adrianne and Aaron Kautz, the founders of One Fresh Pillow, for a special new segment called Citizen Change.You can listen to Joe Walsh's radio show on the Gab Radio Network by <a href="https://www.gabradionetwork.com/">clicking here</a>.Buy your own One Fresh Pillow <a href="https://www.onefreshpillow.com/">here</a> and make sure to <a href="https://twitter.com/OneF by The MeidasTouch Podcast

70 min listen

Journalist Brian Karem and the Alternate Reality of the Radical Right: The MeidasTouch brothers kick off the show with a brand new segment called “Please excuse my racism, I have ______,” where they recount the latest and craziest excuses people have made for their hateful remarks and actions. The brothers then talk about the horrific mass shooting that took place in Atlanta and the rise of anti-Asian hate in American. The brothers then shift to the current topics in Congress, discussing the passing of the Violence Against Women Act and the bill to honor the Capitol Police, both of which faced opposition from the GQP. Next, the brothers welcome Playboy White House Reporter, CNN Political Analyst, and host of the <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-ask-the-question-podcast/id1436559070">Just Ask the Question Podcast</a> Brian Karem to the show to discuss his riveting tales of being arrested for protecting sources, driving around minefields in Kuwait, being the first t by The MeidasTouch Podcast

74 min listen

Whistleblowers with Rebekah Jones and Stephanie Wolkoff: It's the whistleblower episode! The Meidas Brothers catch you up on the latest with the Senate Impeachment trial. They then welcome Geographer Rebekah Jones, who gained notoriety after being fired for calling attention to the corruption of Governor Ron DeSantis' COVID data. The brothers then discuss the criminal investigations into Donald Trump in the state of Georgia. Later, Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, former best friend and advisor to Melania Trump, joins the show and shares never-before-heard tapes of the former First Lady. As the brothers wrap up the show, they welcome Heather Gardner who announces her new Meidas Media Network original series, "The Divided State of America with Heather Gardner." Watch the debut episode <a href="https://youtu.be/nxq1n5siSdw">here</a>!Buy Stephanie Winston Wolkoff's book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Melania-Me-Rise-Friendship-First/dp/1982151242">Melania and Me: The Ris by The MeidasTouch Podcast

77 min listen

The Self-Flagellation of the GOP with Michael Cohen: The Meidas Brothers begin the show by talking about being attacked by far right Breitbart and the hate mail that ensued. They then discuss nobody’s favorite, Lil’ Stephen Lawson, who infamously did not make a name for himself as he drove Looting Kelly Loeffler’s campaign into the ground. Now, Lawson is ready to take his lack of skills to a new PAC with the goal of tearing down the non-existent candidacy of Stacy Abrams. Meanwhile, the GOP is engaging in an all out assault on voting rights. The brothers then discuss that phenomenon of the #PsakiBomb! After, they discuss their frustration with so-called “progressive” chaos agents who possess zero understanding about how government works, and psychotic forces at work on the right trying to derail President Biden’s Agenda. Ben breaks down the process of reconciliation and explains how this can help the Dems pass legislation with a simple majority. Next, the brothers bring you the late by The MeidasTouch Podcast

82 min listen

"Please Excuse My Brevity" with Akim Aliu: Professional hockey player <a href="https://twitter.com/Dreamer_Aliu78?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">Akim Aliu</a> tells his deeply personal immigrant story and discusses how he confronted and spoke out against racism in the world of professional hockey, using his voice to co-found the Hockey Diversity Alliance and make substantial change regarding racial justice and racial equity in the NHL. The MeidasTouch brothers also chat about Oprah's special with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry and backlash Jordy received regarding a tweet he made about the British Royal Family, the historic passage of the COVID relief bill, GQP members fleeing political office, a bizarre Lindsey Graham interview, read off the latest hate mail and more! This is an episode you won't want to miss. Thank you for making the MeidasTouch Podcast one of the top podcasts in all of North America! Please tell a friend, share this episode on soci by The MeidasTouch Podcast

67 min listen

Michael Cohen SMACKS DOWN the GQP’s WWE Fascism: The Meidas Brothers begin the show with a debate about Jordy's "Spite Beard" and Ben's "Brother Jiu Jitsu" before heading into this week's top stories. First, the brothers discuss the Biden administration's decision to return billions of dollars from Trump's border wall funding back to the Pentagon. Then, they have a debate over the merits of calling Trump "The Former Guy" and if this framing hurts more than it helps. After, the brothers analyze the moment Mitt Romney got booed off the stage at the Utah Republican State Convention and the performative faux patriotism of the GQP – along with when Michael Flynn was exposed for not knowing the Pledge of Allegiance. Next, the brothers discuss the differences in the COVID responses and results between blue and red states – and why the media needs to stop heaping praise on Ron DeathSantis.  After, Michael Cohen, former Trump fixer and attorney and <a href=" by The MeidasTouch Podcast

74 min listen

Bonus: The Meiselas Brothers Exclusive Interview on Burning Bridges with Uncle Sam: We are excited to bring you some exclusive bonus content this weekend from a podcast we absolutely love. Listen to our interview on Burning Bridges with Uncle Sam, hosted by iconoclastic former political reporter <a href="https://twitter.com/samyoungman">Sam Youngman</a>, before it's released on their podcast feed. Let's face it: it would be weird and difficult for us to interview ourselves, so we let Sam ask the questions. So what can you expect on this show?  Uncle Sam is tapping a keg of tough love and napalm for his former profession this week as he takes aim at the political press in the age of Trumpism. Then Ruby and Sam are joined by the Meiselas bros to talk about what happens when the left learns to fight like the right, what’s next for them and who the smartest Meiselas brother is. Subscribe & Listen for more by The MeidasTouch Podcast

73 min listen

Goodbye #CanCruz with Miles Taylor: Welcome back to another edition of the MeidasTouch Podcast! On today's show, we wonder WTF Ted Cruz was thinking when he abandoned Texas during one of the state's worst humanitarian crises in history to vacation in Cancun. We talk about the devastation in Texas caused by the abject failure on Republican leadership and the seemingly superhuman powers of their favorite boogeyman AOC. Next, we have an incredible conversation with former Homeland Security Chief of Staff Miles Taylor and co-founder of RePAIR and get the inside scoop on what happened inside the Trump administration, and discuss if there is any hope for the GOP after their descent into total fascism and destruction. Finally, we wrap up with a recap of the latest news! Thank you for making the MeidasTouch Podcast one of the top podcasts in all of North America! Please tell a friend and rate this podcast 5-stars to help us continue to climb the charts!--- Send in a voice mess by The MeidasTouch Podcast

63 min listen

The GOP are Whiny Muppet Babies with Malcolm Nance: The MeidasTouch Brothers check in with each other and reveal the latest with the rumored MeidasTouch Calendar before talking about the plans for the upcoming gathering of insurrectionists at QPAC 2021! QPAC "cancels" one of their guests for reprehensible statements while revolving their convention around the most reprehensible man in America, Donald Trump, and continuing to promote the Big Lie. The brothers then dig into the latest crisis in GQP circles – THE MUPPETS – before breaking down AG nominee Merrick Garland's hearing. Next, the brothers are joined by intelligence expert and best-selling author Malcolm Nance to discuss the January 6th insurrection and the ongoing threat of the GQP. The brothers conclude by teaching the media how to handle seditionists who come on their talk shows before giving you the latest news updates of the week from the storm in Texas and the Biden administration. You can buy Malcolm N by The MeidasTouch Podcast

70 min listen

Protecting Democracy with Rep. Eric Swalwell: Rep. Eric Swalwell (CA-15) joins the show to discuss QPAC AKA the January 6th Reunion, the need to abolish the filibuster to deliver for the American people and fight GQP voter suppression and the Democrats' priorities for the next couple of years. The brothers also break down the new Georgia voter suppression bill HB 351, the complicity of the Hyatt in hosting a neo-nazi conference at one of their properties, updates with President Biden's work to reunite families who were separated by cruel Trump-era policies and the latest on the confirmation of Merrick Garland.  Thank you for making The MeidasTouch Podcast a huge success! Please continue to share this podcast with a friend and rate us 5 stars on the Apple Podcasts app! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support</a> by The MeidasTouch Podcast

68 min listen

D-List Impeached President with Tom Arnold: The Meidas Brothers start the show with an update about our victory in our lawsuit against QAnon Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. They then discuss the results of the #TeamBrett vs. #TeamBen Twitter poll regarding COVID relief checks and Brett breaks out his best Bernie Sanders impression. The brothers discuss the importance of raising the minimum wage and the popularity of Biden's proposals and actions – in spite of GQP quackery. Next, the Meidas Brothers welcome on comic, actor and host of the Off Topic with Tom Arnold Podcast, Tom Arnold, to dish on the Trump Russia tapes, Trump losing his slipper at the Playboy mansion, Jerry Falwell Jr's predatory behavior, his battle with Mark Burnett and more. The brothers wrap up the show by bringing you the latest on all things impeachment as the Senate trial kicks off.A special thanks to our friends at C-SPAN for sponsoring this show! Watch complete coverage of the Senate tri by The MeidasTouch Podcast

94 min listen

Special Edition: MeidasTouch Presents 'Legal AF', Episode 2: On Episode 2 of our new weekly law and politics podcast, Legal AF, hosts MT founder and civil rights lawyer Ben Meiselas and national trial lawyer and commentator, Michael Popok, take a deep dive into Trump lawyer and “Big Lie” shill Sidney Powell’s efforts to dismiss Dominion Voting Systems' new federal defamation case against her, including her eye-popping  “defense” that none of her statements of voter fraud against Dominion were true, and that no reasonable person could believe they were “facts”.  Next up, a discussion of MyPillow’s Mike Lindell’s hiring of Alan Dershowitz (we guess Rudy was tied up) to bring a defamation countersuit against Dominion, which could lead Dominion to one day owning My Pillow.  Later, Ben and Michael explore possible future prosecutions of Trump and his family for sedition for advocating the violent overthrow of the Government, and the “pay to pla by The MeidasTouch Podcast

64 min listen

Combating Neanderthal Disinformation with Ali Velshi: MSNBC host Ali Velshi joins the MeidasTouch Podcast to discuss his experiences being attacked, literally and figuratively by the Trump Administration, the responsibility and role of journalists in a post-Trump world and ways we can combat dangerous disinformation. The brothers also discuss promising updates with the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, updates on key legislation making its way to the Senate, the faux outrage about Dr. Seuss and why the Neanderthal caucus cries “cancel culture” to hide the fact that they are actively hurting America — and much more! You can watch Ali Velshi’s MSNBC show Velshi on Saturdays and Sundays from 8-10am EST and you can catch him on The Last Word on Fridays at 10pm ET. New episodes of the MeidasTouch Podcast are released every Tuesday and Friday! Please consider sharing this podcast with a friend and giving us a 5-star rating in the Apple Podcasts app! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ by The MeidasTouch Podcast

71 min listen

Special Edition: MeidasTouch Presents 'Legal AF', Episode 5 with Guest Alexandra Kazarian: On Episode 5 of Legal AF, MeidasTouch’s weekly law and politics podcast, Legal AF, hosts MT founder and civil rights lawyer Ben Meiselas and national trial lawyer and strategist, Michael Popok, analyze the jury’s verdict to convict Chauvin on all 3 counts for the murder of George Floyd, and with special guest criminal defense lawyer Alexandra Kazarian, discuss Minnesota’s sentencing guidelines and predict the length of Chauvin’s sentence. Next up, the “Analysis Friends” take a deep dive into Liberty University’s suit against Jerry Falwell, Jr. to claw back the $10 million it paid him because he failed to disclose that he, his wife, and a Miami Beach pool attendant (you can’t make this stuff up), were having a threesome. Returning to the world of criminals, the Legal AF dynamic duo (and with apologies to the Sopranos) tackle the recent inadvertent disclosure by the Justice Department that it had by The MeidasTouch Podcast

63 min listen

The GQP... Sheesh!!! with Guest Bill Kristol: Sheesh!!! The Meidas Brothers are back and are covering it all on today’s episode of the MeidasTouch Podcast. First, the brothers discuss the latest trend taking TikTok by storm – one “sheesh” at a time. Then, they move on to everyone’s least favorite social network, Facebook, and discuss the Facebook Oversight Board’s decision to kick the can down the road on the Trump decision for another 6 months – and the ludicrous (but expected) reaction from GQP circles. Next, the brothers talk about Trump’s fake social media network and the tangible benefits of de-platforming. Then, they dig into the latest in GQP’s legislatures including their support of – and this is true – child abuse, fines for Americans who get vaccines and other insane policies. Next, the brothers welcome lifelong conservative, editor-at-large of <a href="https://thebulwark.com/">The Bulwark</a>, and chairman of the board for the Republican Accountability Project, Bill Krist by The MeidasTouch Podcast

85 min listen

The Meidas Brothers Reunite with their High School Social Studies Teacher: It’s a very special show! The Meidas Brothers reunite with their high school US history to reveal all about the brothers’ past. BUT FIRST! The brothers kick off the show by delving into the new information about the various investigations into the Trump family and the deafening silence of Donald Trump Jr. after his recent deposition in DC. They also highlight the anniversary of some of the horrific COVID takes by Trump administration officials, which led us to where we are today. Then, the brothers connect with Mr. Buchman, their high school history teacher, and discuss the brothers’ days on Long Island and the importance of a civics education and the need for objective truth. Mr. Buchman also reveals the shocking video Brett made for the class back in the day! The brothers wrap up the show with updates on the COVID relief bill and the Equality Act, and expose the racism, misogyny and double standards of the by The MeidasTouch Podcast

70 min listen

Bakari Sellers and How We Remove Matt Gaetz and the GQP Basement Dwellers: On today’s episode, the brothers sit down with attorney and NYT bestselling author of the new book<a href="https://www.amazon.com/My-Vanishing-Country-Bakari-Sellers/dp/0062917455"> </a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/My-Vanishing-Country-Bakari-Sellers/dp/0062917455">My Vanishing Country: A Memoir</a>, Bakari Sellers. Sellers talks about everything from the latest updates in the Matt Gaetz/Joel Greenberg saga to policing in America – and what we can do to solve it. The brothers round out the episode discussing updates on the Arizona “audit,” a certain unhinged 2x impeached former president, the very real threat of the GQP, and how Democrats can grow their majority in the House in 2022.  Make sure you tune in every Tuesday & Friday wherever you get your podcasts for new episodes of The MeidasTouch Podcast! For a limited time, when our listeners go to <a href="/ by The MeidasTouch Podcast

79 min listen

MeidasTouch Presents 'Legal AF': SCOTUS Season, Historic Candidates and Pernicious Politicians: On Episode 3 of our new weekly law and politics podcast, Legal AF, hosts MT founder and civil rights lawyer Ben Meiselas and national trial lawyer and commentator, Michael Popok, interview two historic candidates, Lucy Lang, candidate to replace Cyrus Vance, and be the first woman to ever lead the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office in its 220 year history, and Hydee Feldstein Soto, who is running to be the LA City Attorney, the chief municipal legal office, and its first woman to hold that office in its more than 150 year history. Then, Ben and Michael, applying their “Analytic Friends” superpowers, tackle the current US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) term and recent oral arguments and decisions, including giving our followers what they crave: more analysis of due process and personal jurisdiction(!) by taking a look at Ford losing its efforts to only be sued in its backyard and avoid bein by The MeidasTouch Podcast

77 min listen

Shots and Checks with Epidemiologist Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding: President Biden announces that a total of 100 million vaccines will be administered and 100 million checks will be distributed within the next 10 days, the Former Guy's Kool-Aid drinkers are putting the "sick" in sycophant, the GQP are taking their conspiracy theories to the border, and we have an in-depth conversation about the COVID-19 pandemic with guest Epidemiologist Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding, who, like a doctor at the beginning of a disaster movie, was one of the very first medical professionals to sound the alarm about the threat of the coronavirus when nobody wanted to listen. Thanks for making the MeidasTouch Podcast one of the top podcasts in North America! Please make sure you are subscribed, listen and share this podcast with a friend. Please rate this podcast 5 stars on the Apple Podcast app to help us continue to climb the charts! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/message Support by The MeidasTouch Podcast

64 min listen

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