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TTTBE #35: Early Answer for Patrons!

Thomas's improbable win streak continues!  Yes, Thomas got the answer correct ("B"), and is now 18-for-34 and over .500 for the first time in several months!

This question tested your knowledge of the principles of negligence,...

OA92: The Unfortunate Application of Statutes of Limitation and Davino Watson

In today's episode, Andrew reluctantly -- but definitively -- opines that the Second Circuit got the law right in dismissing out the claims of Davino Watson, who argued that he was falsely imprisoned by the U.S. government for 3 1/2 years.

We begin...

Law'd Awful Movies #9: The Devil's Advocate

With special guest Heath Enwright! This was easily one of the best yet!

OA91: More Sex (& Also Asset Forfeiture)

For today's show, we revisit the topic first discussed in Opening Arguments Episode #60, namely, whether Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964's prohibition ...

Patron QnA #2

This was broadcast live on video and you can still watch the video on patreon, but if you prefer audio, here you go!

TTTBE #34: Early Answer for Patrons!

So let's get this out of the way first:  Thomas got the answer correct ("C"), and is now 17-for-34 and back at .500 for the first time in several months!  I can think of no better birthday gift for the best co-host in the k...

First Ever Livestream QnA!!! (Patron Only!!)

We are so excited to try out this new circa 2009 technology of live streaming  our patron only QnA! 

OA90: Pardon Me? Yes, Donald Trump Can Pardon Himself

In today's episode, Andrew definitively opines that the Presidential pardon power includes the right to self-pardon.

We begin, however, with "Andrew Was Wrong."  This time, he was wrong about Thor Heyerdahl, but right about the fate of Ken Ham...

OA89: The "W" is Silent - Powlitics & Mwedia with Northpod Law UK

Today's show features an in-depth interview with Kirstin Beswick and Ben Knight of NorthPod Law UK, often referred to (by us) as the "Opening Arguments of England."  Join all four of us as we discuss media, politics, Brexit, and maybe -- just ma...

TTTBE #33: Early Answer for Patrons

This question  primarily tested your reading comprehension skills.  The setup paragraphs tell us that the police officer had "no articulable reason" to search a car after a routine traffic stop but did so anyway.

"Articulable suspicion" -...

OA88: Noah's Ark & How Private Is The Stuff You Do On Your Computer?

In today's episode, we discuss a recent court case involving an individual's expectation of privacy while browsing the Internet.

We begin, however, with the question so many of our listeners wanted to know:  Is it legal for Ken Ham to sell his...

OA87: Revenge Porn & Parol Evidence

For today's show, we take a deep dive into the law of contracts, featuring the "parol evidence" rule.

First, however, we answer a question from special listener Lydia S. who wants to know all about Blac Chyna, Rob Kardashian, and "revenge porn." &n...

TTTBE #32: Early Answer for Patrons

 This question asked about the state action requirement to bring a lawsuit pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 1983.  The key test is that a private actor (here, t...

OA86: If Donald Trump, Jr. Commits Treason, Is It A Mini-Yodel?

In today's episode, we discuss the recent controversy over Donald Trump, Jr.'s contact with Russian officials during the 2016 election.

We begin, however, with a follow-up from Dave (and others) who asked us about doxxing.

In our main segment...

Patron-Only Q&A #2 - Questions Thread

Here's the place for all of you to ask the questions you'd like to hear answered during our next Patrons-only Q&A.  Remember to hit the little 'heart'/like button to upvote the questions you most want to see answered.  And, as always, A...

OA85: More with Andrew Seidel on Trinity Lutheran & the First Amendment

For today's show, we dive deeper into the Supreme Court's recent decision in Trinity Lutheran v. Comer with guest lawyer Andrew Seidel from t...

TTTBE #31: SPARKLER BOMBS! Edition

This question asked about the statute of frauds, which (broadly speaking) is the rule that requires that certain contracts be reduced to writing.  Thomas hadn't heard of the term, but correctly reasoned his way to an understanding of the questio...

OA84: #CNNBlackmail, John Oliver's lawsuit, and more on Maajid Nawaz

In today's episode, we discuss the recent controversy over CNN's handling of a Redditor who posted a Trump meme online.  Is this really "blackmail" by CNN?

We begin, however, with a follow-up from Patron Joerg regarding UK laws on personal jur...

OA83: Law of the Fourth of July! (and Maajid Nawaz)

In this special holiday episode, Andrew and Thomas talk about fireworks law across the U.S.  Where can you go for a cherry-bombin' good time?  Listen and find out!

First, however, we take a look at Maajid Nawaz's threatened lawsuit agains...

T(&A)TTBE #30: Early Answer For Patrons

I'm just getting back from my talk to the Lehigh Valley Humanists, which was awesome and will be up on YouTube (and which I'm going to try and talk Thomas into turning into an episode of the show).  So you might want to check it out -- there's s...

Law'd Awful Movies #8: Jury Duty

On a scale of 1 to the killing of Inigo Montoya's father on the vendetta scale, my hatred to those who made me watch this movie TWICE is an 11. THIS IS THE WORST MOVIE IN HISTORY. Stop equivocating. Stop it!

This recording sort of featured Ish...

OA82: Trinity Lutheran, Trump's Executive Order & More (w/guest Andrew Seidel)

For today's show, we break down the Supreme Court's recent decision in Trinity Lutheran v. Comer with guest lawyer Andrew Seidel from the 2017-06-30 02:16:16 +0000 UTC View Post

OA81: 😒😜🐿️😎 Emoji Law with Denise Howell (also: Voting Rights, Draft Kings, and FanDuel)

In this episode, Thomas and Andrew interview Denise Howell from the This Week in Law podcast.

First, however, we take a look at th...

T(&D)TTBE #29: Early Answer for Patrons

I have watched Pauly Shore's "Jury Duty" twice for you people.  All my higher central nervous system functions are literally hanging by a thread.

That being said, I can reveal to you that the correct answer to Thomas (and Denise) Take The Bar ...

Patron QnA #1!!!!!!

This was so much fun! Thanks for your support and helping to try to stump Andrew with this inaugural patron only QnA!

OA80: Flashback Friday (featuring Health Care, The Slants, and Gerrymandering!)

It's our first Flashback Friday!  On today's episode, we revisit topics from previous episodes that are once again back in the news.

We begin with the breaking-est of breaking news, the new Senate version of the AHCA that literally just got re...