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The Shadow Docket

How the Supreme Court Uses Stealth Rulings to Amass Power and Undermine the Republic

by Stephen Vladeck ...

Narrated by Jonathan Todd Ross ...

Unabridged

11 hours 17 min

An instant New York Times bestseller: An acclaimed legal scholar’s “important” (New York Times) and “fascinating” (Economist) exposé of how the Supreme Court uses unsigned and unexplained orders to change the law behind closed doors.The Supreme Court has always had the authority to issue emergency rulings in exceptional circumstances. But since 2017, the Court has dramatically expanded its use of ... Read more

$27.99 USD

An instant New York Times bestseller: An acclaimed legal scholar’s “important” (New York Times) and “fascinating” (Economist) exposé of how the Supreme Court uses unsigned and unexplained orders to change the law behind closed doors.The Supreme Court has always had the authority to issue emergency rulings in exceptional circumstances. But since 2017, the Court has dramatically expanded its use of
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Lawless

How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes

by Leah Litman ...

Narrated by Leah Litman ...

Unabridged

7 hours 53 min

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“Do you want to know why today’s Supreme Court rules like it does? Leah Litman has the answer, and it is one that people should know. It’s time to read this book!” —Los Angeles Review of Books“Leah Litman’s work leaves you fired up yet empowered to pay attention, ready to resist, and, frankly, hotter.” —Jonathan Van NessCrooked Media podcast host Leah Litman shines... ... Read more

$19.99 USD

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“Do you want to know why today’s Supreme Court rules like it does? Leah Litman has the answer, and it is one that people should know. It’s time to read this book!” —Los Angeles Review of Books“Leah Litman’s work leaves you fired up yet empowered to pay attention, ready to resist, and, frankly, hotter.” —Jonathan Van NessCrooked Media podcast host Leah Litman shines...
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Retirement of Justice Powell

by PBS NewsHour ...

Narrated by PBS NewsHour ...

Unabridged

28 min

As Supreme Court justices retire from the bench, the NewsHour has explored the tenure of the retiring judges as well as their impact on the future of the Court. Here is expert analysis and discussion on the resignation of Justice Powell. ... Read more

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As Supreme Court justices retire from the bench, the NewsHour has explored the tenure of the retiring judges as well as their impact on the future of the Court. Here is expert analysis and discussion on the resignation of Justice Powell.
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The Justices Behind Roe V. Wade

The Inside Story, Adapted from The Brethren

by Scott Armstrong, Bob Woodward, George Truett ...

Narrated by Holter Graham ...

Unabridged

4 hours 35 min

A thrilling, behind-the-scenes account of the revolutionary Roe v. Wade Supreme Court ruling.The Justices Behind Roe V. Wade offers a front-row seat to the inner workings of the Supreme Court that led to the monumental Roe v. Wade decision. Spanning from 1969 to 1972, Pulitzer Prize–winning author Bob Woodward and coauthor Scott Armstrong report on the masterful maneuvering and politicking that ... Read more

$19.99 USD

A thrilling, behind-the-scenes account of the revolutionary Roe v. Wade Supreme Court ruling.The Justices Behind Roe V. Wade offers a front-row seat to the inner workings of the Supreme Court that led to the monumental Roe v. Wade decision. Spanning from 1969 to 1972, Pulitzer Prize–winning author Bob Woodward and coauthor Scott Armstrong report on the masterful maneuvering and politicking that
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Pebble That Floats, A

a Memoir to Inspire

by Imelda Lahoz Argel ...

Narrated by Laura Greaves ...

Unabridged

4 hours 33 min

A young and naïve lawyer, tricked into a toxic marriage, escapes to rebuild her life in a foreign country, fights discrimination at every turn, but finds genuine love.Beautifully written as a powerful and gripping memoir, The Pebble That Floats invites readers to join author Imelda Lahoz Argel as she reveals her tumultuous journey through surviving domestic abuse, escaping a toxic marriage, and ... Read more

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A young and naïve lawyer, tricked into a toxic marriage, escapes to rebuild her life in a foreign country, fights discrimination at every turn, but finds genuine love.Beautifully written as a powerful and gripping memoir, The Pebble That Floats invites readers to join author Imelda Lahoz Argel as she reveals her tumultuous journey through surviving domestic abuse, escaping a toxic marriage, and
... Read more
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Uncertain Justice

The Roberts Court and the Constitution

by Laurence Tribe, Joshua Matz ...

Narrated by Robert Petkoff ...

Unabridged

15 hours 25 min

Harvard Law School scholars Laurence Tribe and Joshua Matz reveal how Chief Justice John Roberts is shaking the foundation of our nation’s laws in Uncertain Justice: The Roberts Court and the Constitution.From Citizens United to its momentous rulings regarding Obamacare and gay marriage, the Supreme Court under Chief Justice John Roberts has profoundly affected American life. Yet the court remains ... Read more

$32.99 USD

Harvard Law School scholars Laurence Tribe and Joshua Matz reveal how Chief Justice John Roberts is shaking the foundation of our nation’s laws in Uncertain Justice: The Roberts Court and the Constitution.From Citizens United to its momentous rulings regarding Obamacare and gay marriage, the Supreme Court under Chief Justice John Roberts has profoundly affected American life. Yet the court remains
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Retirement of Justice Marshall

by PBS NewsHour ...

Narrated by PBS NewsHour ...

Unabridged

35 min

As Supreme Court justices retire from the bench, the NewsHour has explored the tenure of the retiring judges as well as their impact on the future of the Court. Here is expert analysis and discussion on the resignation of Justice Marshall. ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

As Supreme Court justices retire from the bench, the NewsHour has explored the tenure of the retiring judges as well as their impact on the future of the Court. Here is expert analysis and discussion on the resignation of Justice Marshall.
... Read more
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SCOTUS Hears GPS Tracking Case

by PBS NewsHour ...

Narrated by PBS NewsHour ...

Unabridged

5 min

Can the government track a suspect using a GPS device without a warrant? That question was at the center of a high-profile case before the Supreme Court on Tuesday. Judy Woodruff discusses the oral arguments in the case with the National Law Journal's Marcia Coyle. ... Read more

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Can the government track a suspect using a GPS device without a warrant? That question was at the center of a high-profile case before the Supreme Court on Tuesday. Judy Woodruff discusses the oral arguments in the case with the National Law Journal's Marcia Coyle.
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Saving Nine

The Fight Against the Left's Audacious Plan to Pack the Supreme Court and Destroy American Liberty

by Mike Lee ...

Narrated by James Edward Thomas ...

Unabridged

6 hours 45 min

In this national bestseller, discover how the left’s partisan push to pack the Supreme Court with liberal justices has fully migrated from the fringes into the mainstream of Democratic politics.It wasn’t long ago that liberal icons, including the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, were against the idea of overhauling the court for political gain. But now, in the Biden era, more and ... Read more

$24.99 USD

In this national bestseller, discover how the left’s partisan push to pack the Supreme Court with liberal justices has fully migrated from the fringes into the mainstream of Democratic politics.It wasn’t long ago that liberal icons, including the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, were against the idea of overhauling the court for political gain. But now, in the Biden era, more and
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Expert Witness

The Weight of Our Testimony When Justice Hangs in the Balance

by Ann Wolbert Burgess ...

Narrated by Gabra Zackman ...

Unabridged

5 hours 50 min

From the author of the critically-acclaimed true crime account, A Killer By Design (the inspiration behind Hulu's original docuseries, Mastermind), a groundbreaking look into the crucial role played by expert witnesses in the most high-profile criminal cases, based on Dr. Ann Burgess’ personal experiences within the criminal justice system.Written through Burgess’ singular lens of compassion and ... Read more

$18.99 USD

From the author of the critically-acclaimed true crime account, A Killer By Design (the inspiration behind Hulu's original docuseries, Mastermind), a groundbreaking look into the crucial role played by expert witnesses in the most high-profile criminal cases, based on Dr. Ann Burgess’ personal experiences within the criminal justice system.Written through Burgess’ singular lens of compassion and
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The Federal Courts

An Essential History

by Peter Charles Hoffer, Williamjames Hull Hoffer, N.E.H Hull ...

Narrated by Adam Verner ...

Unabridged

22 hours 50 min

There are moments in American history when all eyes are focused on a federal court: when its bench speaks for millions of Americans, and when its decision changes the course of history. More often, the story of the federal judiciary is simply a tale of hard work: of finding order in the chaotic system of state and federal law, local custom, and contentious lawyering. The Federal Courts is a story ... Read more

$24.99 USD

There are moments in American history when all eyes are focused on a federal court: when its bench speaks for millions of Americans, and when its decision changes the course of history. More often, the story of the federal judiciary is simply a tale of hard work: of finding order in the chaotic system of state and federal law, local custom, and contentious lawyering. The Federal Courts is a story
... Read more
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Philosophy and the Law

How Judges Reason

by Stephen Mathis ...

Narrated by Stephen Mathis ...

Unabridged

8 hours 26 min

Do judges deduce their decisions from legal rules and principles, or do they decide cases based on what is fair given the facts at hand? The latter view, held by Legal Realists, serves as the starting point for Professor Stephen Mathis' eye-opening look at how judges reason. In this compelling lecture series, the esteemed professor addresses such issues as whether the law is distinct from morality ... Read more

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Do judges deduce their decisions from legal rules and principles, or do they decide cases based on what is fair given the facts at hand? The latter view, held by Legal Realists, serves as the starting point for Professor Stephen Mathis' eye-opening look at how judges reason. In this compelling lecture series, the esteemed professor addresses such issues as whether the law is distinct from morality
... Read more
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Court Judges Terminology: Essential Terms for Criminal, Civil, Family, Administrative, and International Law

by Sumitra Kumari ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Maxwell G ...

Unabridged

4 hours 23 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Navigating the complex world of legal terminology can be a daunting task for anyone, especially those who interact with various branches of the law. ""Court Judges Terminology: Essential Terms for Criminal, Civil, Family, Administrative, and International Law "is your indispensable guide to understanding the language of the courtroom and beyond.This ... Read more

$9.49 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Navigating the complex world of legal terminology can be a daunting task for anyone, especially those who interact with various branches of the law. ""Court Judges Terminology: Essential Terms for Criminal, Civil, Family, Administrative, and International Law "is your indispensable guide to understanding the language of the courtroom and beyond.This
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The Burger Court and the Rise of the Judicial Right

by Michael J. Graetz, Linda Greenhouse ...

Narrated by Mike Chamberlain ...

Unabridged

15 hours 10 min

When Richard Nixon campaigned for the presidency in 1968 he promised to change the Supreme Court. With four appointments to the court, including Warren E. Burger as the chief justice, he did just that. In 1969, the Burger Court succeeded the famously liberal Warren Court, which had significantly expanded civil liberties and was despised by conservatives across the country.The Burger Court is often ... Read more

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When Richard Nixon campaigned for the presidency in 1968 he promised to change the Supreme Court. With four appointments to the court, including Warren E. Burger as the chief justice, he did just that. In 1969, the Burger Court succeeded the famously liberal Warren Court, which had significantly expanded civil liberties and was despised by conservatives across the country.The Burger Court is often
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The Supreme Court

by William H. Rehnquist ...

Narrated by John Pruden ...

Unabridged

10 hours 41 min

Chief Justice Rehnquist’s engaging writing illuminates both the high and low points in the Court’s history, from Chief Justice Marshall’s dominance of the Court during the early nineteenth century through the landmark decisions of the Warren Court. Citing cases such as the Dred Scott decision and Roosevelt’s Court-packing plan, Rehnquist makes clear that the Court does not operate in a vacuum, ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Chief Justice Rehnquist’s engaging writing illuminates both the high and low points in the Court’s history, from Chief Justice Marshall’s dominance of the Court during the early nineteenth century through the landmark decisions of the Warren Court. Citing cases such as the Dred Scott decision and Roosevelt’s Court-packing plan, Rehnquist makes clear that the Court does not operate in a vacuum,
... Read more
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Justice O'Connor's Legacy

by PBS NewsHour ...

Narrated by PBS NewsHour ...

Unabridged

13 min

Justice Sandra Day O'Connor resigned from the U.S. Supreme Court Friday after a 24-year term. Law analysts discuss her legacy and the view of O'Connor as the "swing" vote. ... Read more

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Justice Sandra Day O'Connor resigned from the U.S. Supreme Court Friday after a 24-year term. Law analysts discuss her legacy and the view of O'Connor as the "swing" vote.
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Hawaii Hope

by PBS NewsHour ...

Narrated by PBS NewsHour ...

Unabridged

9 min

NewsHour Weekend profiles an innovative probation program in Hawaii that has been so successful in reforming offenders and keeping them out of prison, it's now being copied in courtrooms across the nation. ... Read more

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NewsHour Weekend profiles an innovative probation program in Hawaii that has been so successful in reforming offenders and keeping them out of prison, it's now being copied in courtrooms across the nation.
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Judgment in Berlin

by Herbert J. Stern ...

Narrated by Azalea AI ...

Unabridged

13 hours 34 min

This audiobook is narrated by Azalea Labs using an AI-generated voice. Judgment in Berlin by Herbert J. Stern recounts the gripping true story of a 1979 airplane hijacking and the subsequent legal proceedings presided over by the author, a U.S. federal judge. Set against the backdrop of a divided Berlin, this compelling narrative delves into the complexities of international law and justice when ... Read more

$29.99 USD

This audiobook is narrated by Azalea Labs using an AI-generated voice. Judgment in Berlin by Herbert J. Stern recounts the gripping true story of a 1979 airplane hijacking and the subsequent legal proceedings presided over by the author, a U.S. federal judge. Set against the backdrop of a divided Berlin, this compelling narrative delves into the complexities of international law and justice when
... Read more
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Justice on the Brink

A Requiem for the Supreme Court

by Linda Greenhouse ...

Narrated by Beth Hicks ...

Unabridged

10 hours 1 min

**The gripping story of the Supreme Court’s transformation from a measured institution of law and justice into a highly politicized body dominated by a right-wing supermajority, told through the dramatic lens of its most transformative year, by the Pulitzer Prize–winning law columnist for The New York Times—with a new preface by the author“A dazzling feat . . . meaty, often scintillating and ... Read more

$20.00 USD

**The gripping story of the Supreme Court’s transformation from a measured institution of law and justice into a highly politicized body dominated by a right-wing supermajority, told through the dramatic lens of its most transformative year, by the Pulitzer Prize–winning law columnist for The New York Times—with a new preface by the author“A dazzling feat . . . meaty, often scintillating and
... Read more
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Vom alltäglichen Scheitern

Reale Kriminalfälle aus dem Amtsgericht

by Lars Bessel ...

Narrated by Lars Bessel ...

Unabridged

2 hours 45 min

"Vom alltäglichen Scheitern" erzählt aus dem Leben eines Gerichtsreporters an einem ganz gewöhnlichen Amtsgericht. Die Kriminalfälle, die dort verhandelt werden, finden maximal eine Erwähnung in der Lokalzeitung, denn hier geht es nicht um Mord und Totschlag oder milliardenschwere Unterschlagungen, hier geht es um menschliche Schicksale – auf Seiten der Opfer, auf Seiten der Täter. Es sind die ... Read more

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"Vom alltäglichen Scheitern" erzählt aus dem Leben eines Gerichtsreporters an einem ganz gewöhnlichen Amtsgericht. Die Kriminalfälle, die dort verhandelt werden, finden maximal eine Erwähnung in der Lokalzeitung, denn hier geht es nicht um Mord und Totschlag oder milliardenschwere Unterschlagungen, hier geht es um menschliche Schicksale – auf Seiten der Opfer, auf Seiten der Täter. Es sind die
... Read more
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The Scheme

How the Right Wing Used Dark Money to Capture the Supreme Court

by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Jennifer Mueller ...

Narrated by Charles Constant ...

Unabridged

8 hours 1 min

Following his book Captured on corporate capture of regulatory and government agencies, and his years of experience as a prosecutor, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse here turns his attention to the right-wing scheme to capture the courts, and how it influenced the Trump administration's appointment of over 230 "business-friendly" judges, including the last three justices of the United States Supreme ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Following his book Captured on corporate capture of regulatory and government agencies, and his years of experience as a prosecutor, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse here turns his attention to the right-wing scheme to capture the courts, and how it influenced the Trump administration's appointment of over 230 "business-friendly" judges, including the last three justices of the United States Supreme
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SCOTUS Discussions June 2006

by PBS NewsHour ...

Narrated by PBS NewsHour ...

Unabridged

7 min

The Supreme Court decided two cases today impacting death row inmates. Ray Suarez speaks with Marcia Coyle, Washington bureau chief for The National Law Journal, regarding the decisions, including a challenge to the use of lethal injection. ... Read more

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The Supreme Court decided two cases today impacting death row inmates. Ray Suarez speaks with Marcia Coyle, Washington bureau chief for The National Law Journal, regarding the decisions, including a challenge to the use of lethal injection.
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Why the Innocent Plead Guilty and the Guilty Go Free

And Other Paradoxes of Our Broken Legal System

by Jed S. Rakoff ...

Narrated by Joe Barrett ...

Unabridged

5 hours 5 min

How can we be proud of a system of justice that often pressures the innocent to plead guilty? How can we claim that justice is equal when we imprison thousands of poor Black men for relatively modest crimes but rarely prosecute rich white executives who commit crimes having far greater impact? How can we applaud the Supreme Court's ever-more-limited view of its duty to combat excesses by the ... Read more

$12.99 USD

How can we be proud of a system of justice that often pressures the innocent to plead guilty? How can we claim that justice is equal when we imprison thousands of poor Black men for relatively modest crimes but rarely prosecute rich white executives who commit crimes having far greater impact? How can we applaud the Supreme Court's ever-more-limited view of its duty to combat excesses by the
... Read more
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A Matter of Interpretation

Federal Courts and the Law

by Antonin Scalia ...

Narrated by Christopher Grove ...

Unabridged

6 hours 10 min

We are all familiar with the image of the immensely clever judge who discerns the best rule of common law for the case at hand. According to US Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, a judge like this can maneuver through earlier cases to achieve the desired aim—"distinguishing one prior case on his left, straight-arming another one on his right, high-stepping away from another precedent about to ... Read more

$19.99 USD

We are all familiar with the image of the immensely clever judge who discerns the best rule of common law for the case at hand. According to US Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, a judge like this can maneuver through earlier cases to achieve the desired aim—"distinguishing one prior case on his left, straight-arming another one on his right, high-stepping away from another precedent about to
... Read more

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