Best Bright on Mic Podcasts (2025)

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East vs. West, Which Coast is More Dominant? 32:33

9d ago32:33

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In this episode of Around the Hornet, The Hornet Staff Reporters Travis Foerster and Omeed Motia join Sports Desk Editor and Host of the show Zack Gilbert, to catchup on the latest news in the sports world. Topics include: A recap of Fullerton Softball's regional round win over Mt. San Antonio, and a dive into the second round of the NBA and NHL pl…

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Lakers in 5? 46:51

23d ago46:51

46:51

In the first episode of Season 4 on the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet Staff Reporters Travis Foerster and Omeed Motia join Sports Desk Editor and Host of the show Zack Gilbert, to catchup on the latest news in the sports world. Topics include: Brief overview of the latest on Fullerton College Sports. NBA Playoffs and our takes on what will …

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Crypto Currently: The Road Ahead for Cryptocurrency Regulation and Enforcement 15:08

24d ago15:08

15:08

The new presidential administration brings with it a fresh approach to cryptocurrency regulation and enforcement, with regulatory experts predicting greater collaboration between the SEC and industry leaders and a more tailored enforcement agenda focused on fraud and retail issues. This episode of In the Public Interest features a timely conversati…

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In the Public Interest LIVE: Exploring the WilmerHale Summer Associate Program 22:23

2M ago22:23

22:23

For law students, a summer associate position can help define the kind of law they practice and the path they forge through the legal profession. From building connections with associates and prominent partners to taking on challenging assignments, the experiences of a summer associate can provide a preview of the work they will take on in the futu…

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The First 100 Days: What’s on the Horizon from the Second Trump Administration 19:44

4M ago19:44

19:44

President Trump is beginning his second non-consecutive term with a Republican-controlled House and Senate and the backing of major tech and corporate executives, while simultaneously contending with significant political polarization. These opposing factors raise a host of questions about what to expect from this administration’s first 100 days in…

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Special Re-Release: A Very Merry Trademark Battle 23:28

5M ago23:28

23:28

As we celebrate the holiday season, we thought we'd revisit one of our fun, festive episodes about singer/songwriter Elizabeth Chan, who successfully opposed Mariah Carey's attempt to register the trademark, "Queen of Christmas." Originally released as part of season three back in December 2022, Chan joins Partner Louis Tompros, former Associate Ha…

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Special Re-Release: Deepfakes and Disinformation: The World of Manipulated Media 33:27

6M ago33:27

33:27

In the run up to the 2024 presidential election, the concern with outside interference in our elections and the political debate surrounding them has never been higher. In this environment, we thought it would be a good time to re-release a podcast episode from season one on deepfakes and disinformation, which was originally released in March of 20…

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Leaders in Law: Tommy Beaudreau on Natural Resources and Tribal Lands 26:47

8M ago26:47

26:47

When it comes to protecting the nation’s public lands, the work of the Department of the Interior (DOI) is crucial and all-encompassing. The Department oversees everything from environmental conservation efforts to energy regulation to strengthening relationships with Native American and other indigenous tribes. In the fourth season finale of In th…

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Leaders in Law: The State of International Trade with Neena Shenai 19:15

8M ago19:15

19:15

As governments globally resort to more muscular uses of economic tools, such as sanctions and export controls for national security and foreign policy purposes, international trade has become increasingly complex. In this episode of In the Public Interest, podcast co-host Felicia Ellsworth speaks with WilmerHale Partner Neena Shenai, a leading econ…

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In That Case: United States v. Rahimi 19:06

9M ago19:06

19:06

In this episode, co-host Felicia Ellsworth and Counsel Ryan Chabot discuss United States v. Rahimi, a recent decision that concerns the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. § 922(g), a statute which prohibits individuals who are subject to domestic violence restraining orders from possessing firearms. Key foundational support for Rahimi was established i…

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In That Case: Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo 21:17

9M ago21:17

21:17

In this episode, co-host Michael Dawson and Partner Kelly Dunbar discuss Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the recent decision that overturned Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council. In the initial 1984 decision, the Court determined that when an agency is tasked with enforcing an ambiguous statute with more than one reasonable interpreta…

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In That Case: Department of State v. Muñoz 18:04

9M ago18:04

18:04

In this episode of In the Public Interest, co-host Felicia Ellsworth is joined by WilmerHale Partner Lee Greenfield to discuss the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Department of State v. Muñoz. The case concerns the due process rights of US citizens if their non-citizen spouses are denied entrance to the country and what impact this has on the ri…

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In That Case: Securities and Exchange Commission v. Jarkesy 24:48

10M ago24:48

24:48

In this episode, co-host Michael Dawson is joined by Noah Rosenblum, an assistant professor of law at NYU and former WilmerHale summer associate, to discuss the Supreme Court’s decision in Securities and Exchange Commission v. Jarkesy. The case concerns whether the SEC has the authority to seek civil penalties against an individual before an admini…

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In That Case: Alexander v. South Carolina State Conference of the NAACP 18:45

10M ago18:45

18:45

In the Public Interest is excited to continue its second annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court. In this episode, co-host Felicia Ellsworth is joined by Deputy Director for the ACLU’s Voting Rights Project and former WilmerHale Litigation Counsel Adriel Cepeda Derieux to discuss the recent decision in …

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In That Case: Cantero v. Bank of America 16:56

10M ago16:56

16:56

In the Public Interest is excited to present its second annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court. In this episode, co-host Michael Dawson is joined by WilmerHale Senior Counsel Julie Williams, former Chief Counsel and First Senior Deputy Comptroller at Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, to discus…

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The AI Shakeup: New Tech Innovations and the Future of Corporate Law 31:06

10M ago31:06

31:06

In this episode of In the Public Interest, podcast co-host Michael Dawson sits down with WilmerHale Partner Ariel Soiffer to discuss the current artificial intelligence (AI) landscape. Ariel shares his perspective after working for over 20 years in AI-related fields and advising clients on technology-related transactions. Together, Ariel and Michae…

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Righting a Wrong: Putting an End to a Discriminatory Hair Test 22:47

11M ago22:47

22:47

In this episode of In the Public Interest, podcast co-host Felicia Ellsworth sits down with WilmerHale Partner Lisa Pirozzolo to discuss a pro bono matter in which the City of Boston agreed to pay $2.6 million to settle a longstanding federal discrimination lawsuit. The lawsuit, which was initially filed nearly 20 years ago, alleged that a hair tes…

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Around the Hornet: Future is Bright 42:46

1y ago42:46

42:46

In this installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, Sports Desk Editor at The Hornet Quinn Cisneros hosts EIC of The Hornet Jake Rhodes to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the Lakers brutal game five loss to the Nuggets and Clippers game five collapse, then the two discuss how the Patriots and Raiders full list …

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Around the Hornet: Lakers are Cooked 47:57

1y ago47:57

47:57

In this installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, Sports Desk Editor at The Hornet Quinn Cisneros hosts EIC of The Hornet Jake Rhodes to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the NBA playoffs, Lakers collapses, Day 1 of the NFL Draft, and who Quinn and Jake liked in the first round. NBA- 0:36, NFL- 21:47, Music Cre…

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Leaders in Law: Ambassador Robert Kimmitt 26:16

1y ago26:16

26:16

Senior International Counsel Ambassador Robert Kimmitt joins In the Public Interest host Felicia Ellsworth to talk about his storied career in public service. Through his service as the first General Counsel of the National Security Council, the first American Ambassador to a united Germany in over 50 years, General Counsel and Deputy Secretary of …

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Around the Hornet: Dynasty No More 50:23

1y ago50:23

50:23

In this installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, Sports Desk Editor at The Hornet Quinn Cisneros hosts EIC of The Hornet Jake Rhodes to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the Lakers push to the playoffs. The guys then talk about the how things are unfolding in the MLB, and the ongoing saga of Shohei Ohtani. The…

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Around the Hornet: Hoops is Hoops 1:09:22

1y ago1:09:22

1:09:22

In this installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, Sports Desk Editor at The Hornet Quinn Cisneros hosts EIC of The Hornet Jake Rhodes to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the NFL Draft and updates on the Patriots and Raiders. The guys then talk about the start of the MLB season. They transition to Lakers talk a…

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Leaders in Law: Brendan McGuire 14:57

1y ago14:57

14:57

In this episode of In the Public Interest, host Felicia Ellsworth interviews Brendan McGuire, who recently rejoined WilmerHale after serving as chief counsel to New York City Mayor Eric Adams and City Hall. McGuire discusses his experience in the Adams Administration, including the challenges emerging from COVID, the New York City Legal Fellows Pro…

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Around the Hornet: Coming in Hot 1:11:25

1+ y ago1:11:25

1:11:25

In this episode of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet News Editor Pedro Saravia and Editor-in-Chief Jake Rhodes join producer/co-host of the show and staff reporter Che “CJ” Womack, as well as Sports Desk Editor and co-host Quinn Cisneros, to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics include: The NBA and specifically the Lakers and Clippers, …

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Around the Hornet: Hot Take Machine 1:07:02

1+ y ago1:07:02

1:07:02

We're Baaaaaaaaack! In this episode of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet staff reporter Brian Mack and Editor-in-Chief Jake Rhodes join producer/co-host of the show and staff reporter Che "CJ" Womack, as well as Sports Desk Editor and co-host Quinn Cisneros, to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics include: a UFC breakdown, predictions a…

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Season Three Wrap-Up 25:55

1+ y ago25:55

25:55

Season three of the firm’s podcast, In the Public Interest, covered real-time historic moments in American politics and jurisprudence and shared remarkable individual stories at the center of significant legal cases WilmerHale has handled. In each episode, co-hosts John Walsh and Felicia Ellsworth invited guests to share their unique perspectives o…

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Breaking (Down) the Debt Ceiling 29:25

1+ y ago29:25

29:25

Since 1960, Congress has raised, revised or extended the statutory debt ceiling 79 times. The United States reached its debt ceiling in January 2023, prompting a congressional showdown and sparking fears of extreme market volatility and a global recession if the US were to default on its legal obligations. The 2023 debt ceiling crisis ended in June…

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Supreme Court Miniseries: Drawing the Line on the Independent State Legislature Theory 15:33

2y ago15:33

15:33

In the Public Interest is excited to present the final episode in our miniseries examining landmark decisions recently issued by the United States Supreme Court. The final episode explores the Court’s decision in Moore v. Harper, a case involving control over electoral redistricting by state legislatures. In the episode, co-host Felicia Ellsworth i…

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Supreme Court Miniseries: Religious Accommodation at Work 11:54

2y ago11:54

11:54

In the Public Interest is excited to continue our miniseries examining landmark decisions recently issued by the United States Supreme Court. The fourth episode examines the Court’s decision in Groff v. DeJoy, a case centered around a postal worker who sought a religious accommodation from his employer to not work on Sundays in observance of the Sa…

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Supreme Court Miniseries: The 303 Creative Case and First Amendment Challenges to Civil Rights Laws 15:08

2y ago15:08

15:08

In the Public Interest is pleased to continue our miniseries examining landmark decisions recently issued by the United States Supreme Court. Our third episode focuses on the Court’s decision in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis, a case concerning whether a Christian website designer has a First Amendment right to refuse to design wedding websites for sam…

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Supreme Court Miniseries: Tribal Rights in the 21st Century 14:15

2y ago14:15

14:15

In the Public Interest is pleased to continue our miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the United States Supreme Court. Our second episode welcomes WilmerHale Partner Daniel Volchok, who focuses his practice on appellate litigation and has an extensive Native American law practice. In this episode, Volchok joins co-host Felicia…

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Supreme Court Miniseries: Zero Spoof Whiskey 14:14

2y ago14:14

14:14

In the Public Interest is excited to present a miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the United States Supreme Court. The first episode in the miniseries welcomes WilmerHale Partner Thomas Saunders, who focuses his practice on appellate and government litigation with a particular emphasis on intellectual property. In the episode…

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Startup Mic X 2050 London - Matt Cooper Ad Man For The Ages 35:10

2y ago35:10

35:10

This episode is a collaboration with brand agency 2050 London. It take exerts from a conversation with Matt Cooper Ad industry veteran and founder of Little Black Book Online. This episode goes through the golden era of advertising when Charles Saatchi would scrap on the company floor, through to what makes a successful creative endeavour.…

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Climate-Proofing Our Infrastructure: Building Climate Resilience with the Army Corps of Engineers 30:25

2y ago30:25

30:25

Reports of climate-related disaster have made headlines across the country, from flooding in California to record-breaking heatwaves in the Pacific Northwest and all manner of extreme weather in between. These phenomena seem to be happening more frequently and more intensely as climate change continues to advance. In ways large and small, we’re all…

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Around the Hornet: Basketball Star or Gang Star? Time to Decide Ja 54:14

2y ago54:14

54:14

In the final installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet staff writers Quinn Cisneros and Pedro Saravia join the Editor-in-Chief Gerardo Chagolla, Producer of the show and Managing Editor Sara Leon, and the host of the podcast, Sports Desk Editor Jake Rhodes, to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics include: The Lakers vs. Nuggets W…

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Around the Hornet: NFL is King 54:38

2y ago54:38

54:38

In this installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet staff writers Quinn Cisneros and Pedro Saravia join the Editor-in-Chief Gerardo Chagolla, Producer of the show and Managing Editor Sara Leon, and the host of the podcast, Sports Desk Editor Jake Rhodes, to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the Lakers …

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Around The Hornet: No Longer The Town 46:12

2y ago46:12

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In this installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet staff writers Quinn Cisneros and Pedro Saravia join the Editor-in-Chief Gerardo Chagolla, Producer of the show and Managing Editor Sara Leon, and the host of the podcast, Sports Desk Editor Jake Rhodes, to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the Lakers …

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Leaders in Law: Preet Bharara 30:12

2y ago30:12

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In the Public Interest is pleased to welcome Preet Bharara, former US Attorney for the Southern District of New York and current partner at WilmerHale. Bharara, who joined the firm in June 2022, is also a legal analyst for CNN and host of his own podcast, “Stay Tuned with Preet.” Since joining WilmerHale, Bharara has focused his practice on investi…

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Around the Hornet: Heartbreak City 43:58

2y ago43:58

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In this installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet staff writers Quinn Cisneros and Bryan Chavez join the Editor-in-Chief Gerardo Chagolla, Producer of the show and Managing Editor Sara Leon, and the host of the podcast, Sports Desk Editor Jake Rhodes, to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the Lakers a…

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Around the Hornet: It's Time to Talk About Title IX 46:15

2y ago46:15

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In this installment of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet staff writers Quinn Cisneros and Pedro Saravia join the Editor-in-Chief Gerardo Chagolla and the host of the podcast, Sports Desk Editor Jake Rhodes, (with some side commentary from the producer of the show and the Managing Editor of The Hornet Sara Leon) to discuss the wide world of …

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Around the Hornet: Is Boxing Down and Out for the Count? 46:15

2y ago46:15

46:15

In this episode of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet staff writers Quinn Cisneros and Bryan Chavez join the Editor-in-Chief Gerardo Chagolla and the host of the podcast, Sports Desk Editor Jake Rhodes, to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the Men's Final Four, to the Lakers and the NBA MVP debate between Jo…

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Around the Hornet: Madness of March 44:45

2y ago44:45

44:45

In the Season 3 premiere of the Around the Hornet Podcast, The Hornet staff writers Quinn Cisneros, Pedro Saravia, and Bryan Chavez join the Editor-in-Chief Gerardo Chagolla and the host of the podcast, Sports Desk Editor Jake Rhodes, to discuss the wide world of sports. Topics in this episode range from the Final Four, the Lakers and Clippers, Clu…

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A Ukrainian Perspective on Russia-Related Sanctions 21:31

2y ago21:31

21:31

In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in the early months of 2022, a spate of countries, including the United States, have imposed several packages of sanctions on Russia and Russian officials. These sanctions ranged from bans on the provision of various types of professional services in Russia to prohibitions on oil imports and trading of pe…

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Justice Overdue: Reinvestigating the Murder of Malcolm X 33:23

2y ago33:23

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In late February of 1965, Malcolm X was murdered at the Audubon Ballroom in Harlem, New York. In the days after the famous civil rights leader’s assassination, three men were arrested and charged with his murder. All three men were later convicted on those charges, despite testimony that two of those men, Muhammad Abdul Aziz and Khalil Islam, were …

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Reproductive Rights in the Post-Dobbs Era 36:51

2+ y ago36:51

36:51

In June 2022, the US Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, reversing Roe v. Wade and holding that the US constitution no longer includes a right to abortion. The Court’s decision left states with full authority to regulate – or eliminate -- abortion access. In Season Two of In the Public Interest,…

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A Very Merry Trademark Battle 23:01

2+ y ago23:01

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In 2021, Mariah Carey’s company Lotion LLC applied to register the trademark “Queen of Christmas” for future use on a vast range of products, including music, perfume, sunglasses and coconut milk. Elizabeth Chan, a singer and songwriter who exclusively writes and sings holiday music, filed an opposition to block Carey’s registration in August 2022.…

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Season Three Trailer 1:26

2+ y ago1:26

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We’re pleased to announce that the firm’s podcast, In the Public Interest, will return for a third season! Tune in to hear a preview of what to expect this season from our hosts, WilmerHale Partners John Walsh and Felicia Ellsworth. Season Three will kick off with an episode featuring Elizabeth Chan, a full-time Christmas songwriter who recently pr…

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Special Re-Release: Washington Post Journalist Jason Rezaian on His Iranian Imprisonment 31:51

2+ y ago31:51

31:51

In episode three, season one of In the Public Interest, Partner David Bowker interviewed Jason Rezaian, a columnist and former correspondent in Iran for The Washington Post who was wrongfully charged and convicted by the Iranian government on false claims of espionage. Bowker and WilmerHale represented The Washington Post in a successful effort to …

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Season Two Wrap-Up 20:10

2+ y ago20:10

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WilmerHale’s podcast, In the Public Interest, gives listeners an inside look at the legal and policy challenges capturing the public interest. In season two, Partners John Walsh and Felicia Ellsworth invited notable figures and top leaders in their fields to discuss topics ranging from COVID-19 to reproductive rights and more. As season two comes t…

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Shoulder by Shoulder 29:00

2+ y ago29:00

29:00

On August 15, 2021, the Taliban overthrew the Afghan government shortly after the United States announced it would withdraw its troops from Afghanistan. In the weeks that followed, the US government evacuated over 120,000 US citizens and Afghan allies from Afghanistan, and the United States welcomed 76,000 Afghans as refugees, most as humanitarian …

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