Stay Tuned with Preet

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In this episode, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the third indictment of former President Donald Trump on charges that stem from alleged attempts to overthrow the results of the 2020 election. They discuss:

– Trump’s potential defenses and the challenges prosecutors will face in this unprecedented case;

– Special counsel Jack Smith’s decision not to charge the six unnamed co-conspirators who are referenced in the indictment and not to charge Trump directly for the January 6 insurrection; and

– The legal and political implications of bringing a third indictment against Trump ahead of the 2024 election, and how this case might fit within the timelines of the other cases.

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the new charges that special counsel Jack Smith added to the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce break down:

– The meeting between Trump’s lawyers and DOJ prosecutors in an apparent last-ditch effort to stop them from charging Trump in connection with January 6;

– Trump’s potential advice of counsel defense to the expected January 6 charges; and

– The decision by a federal judge to put on hold Hunter Biden’s guilty plea agreement on two tax charges, citing legal and constitutional concerns about the arrangement.

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Preet speaks with Lauren Kaori Gurley, labor reporter for the Washington Post, about the UPS-Teamsters deal, the Hollywood strikes, and the larger state of labor organizing in the US.

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Adam Frank is a Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Rochester. He joins Preet to discuss some of the biggest questions in science. Is there extraterrestrial life and how might we find it? Is Earth the only place in space where humans could survive? And, would the Universe exist without us humans?

Plus, a potential timeline for Donald Trump’s upcoming trials, and why receiving a target letter from prosecutors usually means an indictment is near. 

Don’t miss the Insider bonus, where Preet and Frank discuss the recent discovery that cosmic waves from the Big Bang are rippling through space, time, and even through us. To listen, become a member of CAFE Insider. Head to cafe.com/insider and use the special discount code JUSTICE to get 40% off the initial annual membership price. Offer valid through the end of July 2023. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/life-the-universe-and-everything-with-adam-frank/ 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the news that special counsel Jack Smith informed former President Donald Trump that he is a target in DOJ’s January 6 investigation, and they explain the criminal statutes Trump might be charged with violating.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce break down:

– The order by a federal judge in Florida setting a May 2024 trial date for Trump’s classified documents criminal case;

– The ruling by a federal judge in New York clarifying the jury’s decision in E. Jean Carroll’s defamation and sexual assault case against Trump; and

– The charges brought by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel against 16 pro-Trump fake electors who sought to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in the state.

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The arrest of a suspected serial killer charged with murdering three young women and leaving their remains near a Long Island beach more than a decade ago has captured the nation's attention. Robert Kolker, journalist and author of the 2013 book “Lost Girls,” joins Preet to discuss the latest in the Gilgo Beach murders case, why the investigation stalled for so many years, and what this story suggests about which crime victims get justice. 

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Generative AI has gone mainstream. But how does a “large language model” work? Does it really have human qualities? And should we fear it? AI expert Shuman Ghosemajumder joins guest host Ian Bremmer to dig into the foundational concepts of artificial intelligence and the significant impact AI will have on our work, world, and lives. 

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For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/humanity-security-ai-oh-my-with-ian-bremmer-shuman-ghosemajumder/ 

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In this special episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Joyce Vance interviews Michael Dreeben, while Preet is out. Dreeben served in the Solicitor General’s office for over 30 years, including 24 years as the Deputy Solicitor General in charge of the federal government’s criminal docket. He is one of only eight people to have ever argued over 100 cases before the U.S. Supreme Court.

In this excerpt from the show, Dreeben discusses the rightward shift of the Supreme Court and the justices’ high-profile rulings from the 2022-2023 term on issues including race, LGBTQ+ rights, and student loans.

In the full episode, Dreeben breaks down:

– Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s impact during her first term on the Court;

– Dissenting opinions written by Justices Sotomayor and Kagan, which they read aloud from the bench; and

– Cases on the Court’s docket for next term.

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Guest host John Carlin speaks with Dmitri Alperovitch, Chairman of the Silverado Policy Accelerator, a non-profit focused on advancing US prosperity and global leadership. He is also co-founder and the former CTO at CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity company. Alperovitch reflects on his recent trip to Ukraine where he met with senior government officials, the aftermath of the mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin’s failed coup, and the recent cyber hacks at the Commerce and State Departments.     

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Joshua Yaffa is a contributing writer at The New Yorker where he focuses on Russia and its war in Ukraine. Yaffa’s 2020 book, “Between Two Fires: Truth, Ambition, and Compromise in Putin’s Russia,” won the Orwell Prize for its depiction of everyday life in Russia. Yaffa and Preet discuss Yevgeny Prigozhin’s attempted coup last month and the message it sends about Putin’s power. They also talk about President Biden’s renewed intention to support Ukraine’s military, including his controversial decision to include cluster bombs in the U.S. aid package.

Plus, Preet discusses the DC Bar’s recommendation to disbar Rudy Giuliani for his effort to overturn President Biden’s 2020 election win, and how jurisdiction is determined in wire fraud cases. 

Don’t miss the Insider bonus, where Preet and Yaffa address different takes on the media’s coverage of Prigozhin’s failed coup. To listen, try the Insider membership for 40% off the first year annual price. Head to cafe.com/Insider and use the special discount code: JUSTICE. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/the-russia-coup-that-wasnt-with-joshua-yaffa/

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Executive Producer: Tamara Sepper; Senior Editorial Producer: Adam Waller; Technical Director: David Tatasciore; Audio Producer: Matthew Billy; Editorial Producer: Noa Azulai

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