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March 7, 2019
The Rocky Myers Case
Rocky Myers is one of 175 people on death row in Alabama. The devastating flaws in his case from the moment of arrest to his sentencing displays the injustice of a brutal criminal system. His attorney Kacey Keeton and investigator Sara Romano join At Liberty to discuss the death penalty,...
The Rocky Myers Case Rocky Myers is one of 175 people on death row in Alabama. The devastating flaws in his case from the moment of arrest to his sentencing displays the injustice of a brutal criminal system. His...
February 28, 2019
The Racist Reality of Voter Suppression
As Black History Month comes to an end, Professor Carol Anderson (Emory University) joins At Liberty to discuss ongoing voter suppression efforts in the United States, and as a bonus, she tells the story of how the NAACP helped lead the global struggle against colonialism in the 1940s and 1950s.聽
The Racist Reality of Voter Suppression As Black History Month comes to an end, Professor Carol Anderson (Emory University) joins At Liberty to discuss ongoing voter suppression efforts in the United States, and as a bonus, she tells the story of...
February 21, 2019
Alan Rusbridger on the Press in Times of Crisis
Alan Rusbridger is the former editor of The Guardian and author of "Breaking News: The Remaking of Journalism and Why It Matters Now." He joins At Liberty to discuss the state of journalism in the social media age: what has been lost in this information revolution and what has been...
Alan Rusbridger on the Press in Times of Crisis February 21, 2019
Alan Rusbridger on the Press in Times of Crisis
Alan Rusbridger on the Press in Times of CrisisAlan Rusbridger is the former editor of The Guardian and author of "Breaking News: The Remaking of Journalism and Why It Matters Now." He joins At Liberty to discuss the state of journalism in the...
February 14, 2019
Marriage and the Regulation of Sex
This Valentine's Day, we're joined by Melissa Murray, NYU Law professor and expert on the legal regulation of sex and sexuality. Professor Murray and host Emerson Sykes discuss the legal institution of marriage as it has been used by and against marginalized people, and consider the victories and setbacks in...
Marriage and the Regulation of Sex This Valentine's Day, we're joined by Melissa Murray, NYU Law professor and expert on the legal regulation of sex and sexuality. Professor Murray and host Emerson Sykes discuss the legal institution of marriage as it...
February 7, 2019
At Liberty Live! Kwame Anthony Appiah on Identity and the Law
As part of the Brooklyn Public Library鈥檚 "Night of Philosophy and Ideas," renowned philosopher and NYT Ethicist columnist Kwame Anthony Appiah joined host Emerson Sykes 鈥� and a live audience! 鈥斅爐o discuss identity, ethics, and the law.聽
At Liberty Live! Kwame Anthony Appiah on Identity and the Law February 7, 2019
At Liberty Live! Kwame Anthony Appiah on Identity and the Law
At Liberty Live! Kwame Anthony Appiah on Identity and the LawAs part of the Brooklyn Public Library鈥檚 "Night of Philosophy and Ideas," renowned philosopher and NYT Ethicist columnist Kwame Anthony Appiah joined host Emerson Sykes 鈥� and a live audience! 鈥斅爐o discuss identity, ethics, and...
January 31, 2019
Adam McKay on Dick Cheney's Legacy
In his聽new Oscar-nominated聽film "Vice," Adam McKay (Saturday Night Live, "The Big Short")聽tells the story of Dick Cheney's journey from college dropout to becoming the most powerful 鈥斅燼nd probably the most controversial 鈥斅爒ice president in American history. McKay joins At Liberty to discuss聽Cheney's legacy聽and why he chose to tell this story...
Adam McKay on Dick Cheney's Legacy In his聽new Oscar-nominated聽film "Vice," Adam McKay (Saturday Night Live, "The Big Short")聽tells the story of Dick Cheney's journey from college dropout to becoming the most powerful 鈥斅燼nd probably the most controversial 鈥斅爒ice president in American...
January 25, 2019
Ruth Bader Ginsburg鈥檚 Stamp on the 吃瓜直播
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has become a cultural icon, inspiring internet memes, popular biographies, documentaries, and a new feature film called On the Basis of Sex. This week, we reflect on her impact on the 吃瓜直播, where she founded the Women鈥檚 Rights Project in 1972. We鈥檙e joined by...
Ruth Bader Ginsburg鈥檚 Stamp on the 吃瓜直播 Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has become a cultural icon, inspiring internet memes, popular biographies, documentaries, and a new feature film called On the Basis of Sex. This week, we reflect on her impact...
January 17, 2019
A Wave of Laws Target Boycotts of Israel
A raft of new state and federal laws are seeking to stop people from participating in political boycotts aimed at the state of Israel. 吃瓜直播 attorney Brian Hauss has challenged these laws across the U.S., and just this month argued against one in Arkansas. He joins Emerson Sykes 鈥� At...
A Wave of Laws Target Boycotts of Israel A raft of new state and federal laws are seeking to stop people from participating in political boycotts aimed at the state of Israel. 吃瓜直播 attorney Brian Hauss has challenged these laws across the U.S.,...
January 10, 2019
Whither Abortion Rights?
The Supreme Court decided Roe v. Wade in 1973, establishing access to abortion care as a fundamental right. But state legislatures have been chipping away at that right ever since, passing thousands of restrictions on abortion access and targeting abortion providers with burdensome rules. Several states now have only one...
Whither Abortion Rights? The Supreme Court decided Roe v. Wade in 1973, establishing access to abortion care as a fundamental right. But state legislatures have been chipping away at that right ever since, passing thousands of restrictions on...
December 20, 2018
吃瓜直播 Staffers Go to the Movies
For our final episode of 2018, we're making a slight departure from our typical format. As we wind down the year and prepare to spend more time indoors, we've asked 吃瓜直播 staff to give you their movie recommendations to make sure you're properly entertained this holiday season. Happy viewing, and...
吃瓜直播 Staffers Go to the Movies For our final episode of 2018, we're making a slight departure from our typical format. As we wind down the year and prepare to spend more time indoors, we've asked 吃瓜直播 staff to give you...