Discourse with Wayne Unger

Send a text Discourse: Legal Unraveling of High-Profile Indictments with Vanessa Avery In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley nerd, delves deep into the recent legal developments surrounding the indictments of former FBI Director James Comey and New York State Attorney General Letitia James. With special guest Vanessa Avery, a former US Attorney f...

Send a text Discourse Episode: Legislative Corruption & The Emerging AI Bubble In this episode of Discourse, hosted by Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley insider, two major topics are thoroughly dissected. First, the recent federal government reopening after the longest shutdown in U.S. history is discussed, focusing particularly on Section 213 of the bill, which has create...

Send a text Reflecting on the 2025 Off-Cycle Election Results In this bonus episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger offers a reflection on the recent off-cycle election held on November 4th, 2025. With an unscripted approach, he shares his thoughts on key outcomes including the Democrats' wins in Virginia and New Jersey gubernatorial races, and the historic victory of Democratic Socialist Zohr...

Send a text Navigating the Longest Federal Government Shutdown: Causes, Consequences, and Predictions In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger breaks down the ongoing federal government shutdown, discussing its causes, potential length, and impact on American citizens. Unger delves into the history of government shutdowns, the failure of Congress to pass a budget, and the political stalemate...

Send a text Deep Dive into Middle East Ceasefire, Government Shutdown, and Healthcare Policies Host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley insider, navigates through today's pressing issues from the Middle East ceasefire brokered by the Trump administration to the 21-day U.S. government shutdown. The episode critiques Congress's use of continuing resolutions, the politica...

Send a text Navigating Stare Decisis, Political Violence, and Free Speech: A Deep Dive In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger returns after a brief hiatus to discuss his recent academic work on the doctrine of stare decisis and its application in civil rights cases. He delves into the complexities of the Supreme Court’s handling of precedents and judicial activism, especially in light of t...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into major current events, focusing on two key election topics: redistricting battles between Texas and California, and Donald Trump's controversial push to end mail-in voting. Unger discus...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into the ongoing conflict between the Trump administration and major universities such as Harvard, Columbia, and Brown. The episode explores Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administrati...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Discourse: Diving into AI Regulation and National Security In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley professional, welcomes the podcast's first guest, Kevin Frazier from UT Austin. Kevin is an ex...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Dissecting the 'Big Beautiful Bill': Impacts and Implications. Episode 2 of a two-part series. In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger dives deep into a comprehensive analysis of the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' examining its nu...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Dissecting Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill': Medicaid Reforms (Part 1 of 2) In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into Donald Trump's recently signed legislation, examining its contents and potential impacts. Key top...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! The Final Three Supreme Court Decisions of This Term Host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley expert, introduces a new format for the Discourse podcast. This episode, recorded on July 1st, 2025, includes an unscripted reaction to...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Unscripted: Elon vs. Trump, Supreme Court Rulings, and Iran Tensions In this episode of 'Discourse,' host Wayne Unger diverges from the usual script to provide an unscripted, rapid-fire discussion on a variety of pressing topics. The epis...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Discourse is now a Top 40 News Commentary podcast in the U.S. on Apple Podcasts. Help us keep this show commercial free by becoming a subscriber and supporting us with a monthly monetary donation. Visit discoursepod.org and click the Support button...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Discourse is now a Top 40 News Commentary podcast in the U.S. on Apple Podcasts. Help us keep this show commercial free by becoming a subscriber and supporting us with a monthly monetary donation. Visit discoursepod.org and click the Support button...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Discourse is now a Top 60 News Commentary podcast on Apple Podcasts! For us to continue this work commercial-free, please join us as a subscriber to provide a monthly donation. Visit www.discoursepod.org and click the Support button today! Diplomat...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Discourse is now a Top 60 News Commentary podcast on Apple Podcasts! For us to continue this work commercial-free, please join us as a subscriber to provide a monthly monetary contribution. Visit www.discoursepod.org and click Support.  Analyzing T...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger discusses the contentious legal and political issues surrounding deportations under the Trump administration. The focus is on the case of Kmar Rega Garcia, who was deported to El Salvador despite a cou...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Trade Wars: Assessing Trump's Tariffs In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into the intricacies of tariffs, focusing on President Trump's recent implementation of tariffs on a wide array of imports. The episode breaks dow...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Understanding Presidential Authority In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley nerd, explores the scope of presidential authority in the United States. Unger breaks down the constitutional and statuto...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Security Breach: Journalist Accidentally Added to Government Signal Thread In this episode of 'Discourse,' host Wayne Unger explores the ramifications of a recent security lapse where top national security officials accidentally included...

Send a text Announcement: Follow the Discourse podcast on TikTok ( @discoursepodcast1 ) and Instagram ( @discoursepodcast ) where we post daily shorts! Tsunami: Nationwide Injunctions and Trump's EO to Close the Education Department  In this episode of 'Discourse,' host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley nerd, delves into the Trump administration's controver...

Send a text Dissecting the Trump Administration's Legal Controversies, Calling for New Leadership in the Democratic Party, and Discussing the Equal Rights Amendment In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Ungar examines key legal issues and recent governmental actions. The episode features an in-depth critique of the Trump administration's defiance of court injunctions related to the te...

Send a text Exploring Legal Boundaries: Green Card Revocations and Conversion Therapy in the U.S. In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former tech professional, delves into two significant legal issues: the Trump administration's revocation of a Columbia University student's green card and the Supreme Court's decision to hear a case on state bans again...

Send a text Analyzing the Measles Outbreak and Public Education Under the Trump Administration In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into a busy week under the Trump administration and the chaos in global events. Key topics include President Trump's rehiring of terminated federal employees and fluctuating tariffs impacting Canada and Mexico. Unger also explores the ongoing mea...