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Politicon brings the brilliant team of political and legal masterminds together for Politicon's #SistersInLaw. Joyce Vance, Jill Wine-Banks, Barb McQuade, and Kimberly Atkins Stohr will pull back the curtain on how our government actually works, take on the corrupt, share their wisdom and give us their rulings on the latest in politics, law, and culture.

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Jul 11, 2026

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41: Bannon, Domestic Violence Awareness & Mimi V. Trump 23.10.2021

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to explain the principles of prosecution, the oversight powers of Congress, and how they relate to January 6th.  Then, they emphasize the power of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and its connection to the Petito case, before laying out the elements of fraud connected to Mimi Rocah’s case against the Trump National Golf Club in Westchester. Get #SistersInLaw Merch...

40: Spies, Bannon & DOJ Action 16.10.2021

The #SistersInLaw come together to look at the limits of executive privilege and the likelihood that Steve Bannon is arrested.  They also discuss the steps the DOJ is taking to reform the criminal justice system by investigating police and prisons, before breaking down the recent arrest of the two spies in West Virginia and the legal differences between thinking about a crime and attempting it. Tr...

39: We’ve Got Merch ! 09.10.2021

Get #SistersInLaw Merch : For our just released ethically sourced T-Shirts, Hoodies, Tote Bags, Stickers, Pins and Water Bottles ,  support the #SistersInLaw by picking up our new merch items at the Politicon Merch Store . The #SistersInLaw meet this week to update you on the latest developments on the Texas Abortion Law and what the injunction on it might mean for its future.  Then they lay out t...

38: The Supremes, Gerrymandering & Omarosa 02.10.2021

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to examine the cases facing the Supreme Court and their possible impact on our laws before diving into the practice of gerrymandering, how different states are handling it, and the racial implications it has for our system.  Then, they explain NDAs and the arbitrator’s recent strike down of the one Donald Trump had entered into with Omarosa. Transcript Links To Thi...

37: R. Kelly, Trump’s lawsuit & the abortion debate 25.09.2021

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to discuss the R. Kelly trial and the role of racketeering charges in his prosecution.  Then they look at the latest aggressive lawsuit filed by Donald Trump against his own niece and the NYT, before reviewing the latest developments in our country’s abortion wars and the challenges developing to the recent Texas Law. Links To This Week’s Sponsors Noom: To sign up...

36: Voting rights, Durham’s investigation & civilian control of the military 18.09.2021

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to make the case for the voting rights bill currently before Congress.  Then, they examine the charging of Michael Sussman by Trump’s appointee John Durham relating to his investigation of the origins of the Russian inquiry, and discuss our history of civilian control of the military, how it relates to the chain of command, and recent events. Transcript Links To Th...

35: USA v Texas 11.09.2021

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to see if anything can be done about the Texas Abortion Law and what role Merrick Garland would have in stopping it.  Then, they debate whether cameras in our courtrooms would help ensure more transparency and a more accessible legal system, before sharing their experiences and thoughts about the tragedy our country suffered on 9/11. Links To This Week’s Sponsors G...

34: Texas, Theranos & Assassins 04.09.2021

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to take on the Texas Abortion Law and why it fails so many women and give some advice to anyone considering law school.  Then, they analyze the latest developments in the Theranos trial and what it means for Elizabeth Holmes, before weighing the potential release of RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan, and how it ties into our ideas of justice, rehabilitation and punishment...

33: Insurrectionists, Shadow Dockets & The Kraken 28.08.2021

The #SistersInLaw convene this week to fill you in on the latest developments from the 1/6 commission and how our government is handling its cases.  Then, they explain the role of the Supreme Court’s shadow docket and how it impacts our legal system before looking at the Kraken case.  After the ruling in Michigan, the lawyers face sanctions that might prevent frivolous challenges to our elections....

31: Songs of the summer 21.08.2021

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to share their go to negotiation strategies to give you the perfect tools for any situation-- whether you’re going up against an opposing counsel or a representative of the Taliban.  Then, they celebrate the anniversary of the 19th Amendment and lay out the work we still need to do, before discussing the laws affecting the refugees seeking asylum in our country. Fo...

30: Soda or Pop 14.08.2021

The #SistersInLaw convene this week to talk about the recourse that former Governor Cuomo’s victims have to find justice.  They also examine the increasing weaponization of the DOJ and look at the mask and vaccines mandates and prohibitions multiplying across the country. Which ones are likely to be challenged and which ones will continue to impact the pandemic recovery going forward? For full tra...

29: Cuomo’s Defense 07.08.2021

The #SistersInLaw convene this week to look at the issues that Governor Cuomo faces and what defense he might choose to use.  Then, they ask if the DOJ has been tough enough on the participants and possible masterminds of the events of 1/6, and discuss what airlines can do in response to unruly passengers who have the potential to cause major chaos in the air. Additional Reading From The #Sisters:...

28: Who Wants A Subpoena? 31.07.2021

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to look at the latest developments becoming public about January 6th, and share their top picks for the people who may have been involved and deserve a subpoena.  They also explain why the nominations for U.S. Attorney are so important, and examine the latest developments coming out of the Tokyo Olympics. Recent Articles From The #Sisters: Kimberly Atkins Stohr on...

27: Tom Barrack, 1/6 Commission, and DOJ Policy 24.07.2021

The #SistersInLaw convene to discuss how important it is to depoliticize the 1/6 commission, before taking a look at the Tom Barrack indictment and the ways that we can deal with the pernicious influence of malicious foreign actors on our democracy.  Then, they look at the ways that President Biden’s Department of Justice is changing the way it handles the press and its communications with the Whi...

26: Nassar and the FBI, The Kraken & Voting Rights 17.07.2021

For full show notes and transcript: https://politicon.com/podcasts/nassar-and-the-fbi-the-kraken-voting-rights The #SistersInLaw air the revelations about the FBI and the Larry Nassar case and look at how to change the culture of sexism that seems to be running rampant throughout our institutions.  Then, they discuss whether a judge in Michigan will be able to banish the Kraken from our politics,...

25: Trumps Lawsuits, defending journalists & Gorsuch’s actions 10.07.2021

For full show notes and transcript: https://politicon.com/podcasts/trumps-lawsuits-defending-journalists-gorsuchs-actions/ The #SistersInLaw sit down together to take on Justice Gorsuch’s recent actions and Trump’s lawsuit against the social media companies.  Does either one have a true grasp on the First Amendment and how to best protect it?  Or should we be looking at the DOJ’s efforts to defend...

24: Trump Org, Voting Rights 03.07.2021

For full show notes and transcript: https://politicon.com/podcasts/trump-org-voting-rights/ The #SistersInLaw are back again this week following a special episode about the release of Bill Cosby to discuss the legal fate of Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg and whether he might flip.  Then, they take on Brnovich vs. DNC and the need for voting rights-- with a little bit of celebration of Ju...

23: Bill Cosby - Bonus Episode 01.07.2021

The #SistersInLaw convene a special mid-week meeting to look at the appalling news about Bill Cosby.  Why did the courts do what they did and is there a way to legally justify it?  Have times really changed? For full notes and transcript go to the episode webpage: https://politicon.com/podcasts/bill-cosby/ GET MORE FROM THE #SISTERSINLAW:  Joyce Vance:  https://twitter.com/JoyceWhiteVance Jill Win...

22: #FreeBritney, Chauvin, Supreme Court Round-Up. 26.06.2021

For the Full Show Notes goto: https://politicon.com/podcasts/freebritney-chauvin-supreme-court-round-up/ The #SistersInLaw convened this week to break down the sentencing of Derek Chauvin and the recent Supreme Court cases affecting students, from the NCAA to the free speech of High Schoolers.  Then they take on the role of conservatorship and what it means for Britney Spears.  Many people need it...

21: Juneteenth, Pride & Death Penalty 19.06.2021

For full show notes and transcript: https://politicon.com/podcasts/juneteenth-pride-death-penalty/ The #SistersInLaw convene to take on the issues of sex and race that still divide our country with a deep dive into the importance of Juneteenth and pride and the crucial values they represent.  Then, they take a look at the role of the death penalty in our legal system and how best to incorporate pu...

20: DOJ, Voting Rights and Garland 12.06.2021

For full show notes and transcript.  https://politicon.com/podcasts/doj-voting-rights-and-garland/ The #SistersInLaw convene this week to sound the alarm about former President Trump taking data from members of Congress and others, before looking at the state of the Department of Justice.  Now that Merrick Garland has started to move on voting rights, is he finally living up to expectations of tho...

19: The DOJ, Texas Laws, and Obstruction of Justice 05.06.2021

In this episode, the #SistersInLaw welcome back Kimberly Atkins Stohr for an examination of how the DOJ bridges policies between administrations as different as Trump’s and Biden’s.  After a detour into last names and the law, they discuss some of the cases being used to test how conservative the Supreme Court is willing to go.  Then they talk about obstruction in court cases and how it applies to...

18: Mimi Rocah: Campaigning, Effective Change & NY Grand Juries 29.05.2021

This week the #SistersInLaw invite Westchester DA Mimi Rocah to fill in for Kimberly Atkins while she has her wedding!  But the law must go on, so the #Sisters take a look at what it takes to make it to public office, how to be effective for change as a prosecutor, and take a deep dive into the grand jury system as it exists in New York and the country.  Don’t miss it! Get More From The #SistersIn...

17: Trump Inc, Jan 6th Commission & Stare Decisis 22.05.2021

This week the #SistersInlaw look at the differences between civil and criminal charges that have been filed against the Trump Organization, and if a commission into January 6th would find that the President and his supporters had kicked off an insurrection. Then, the #sisters look at the role of stare decisis in our legal system and whether it has relevance in 2021.  What do you think? Get More Fr...

16: Plea Agreements, Executive Privilege, & Bankruptcy at the NRA 15.05.2021

The #Sistersinlaw explain plea agreements, then look at executive privilege and what it means for Don McGahn with a deep dive into the NRA bankruptcy case. Get More From The #SistersInLaw: Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkin...

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