Rephonic
Artwork for Defending Democracy

Defending Democracy with Marc Elias

Democracy Docket
Voting Rights
Donald Trump
Republican Party
January 6th Insurrection
14th Amendment
Voting Rights Act
Voter Suppression
Supreme Court
2024 Elections
Republican National Committee
Abortion Rights
Democracy
North Carolina
Democratic Party
Gerrymandering
Arizona
Mail-In Voting
Afl-Cio
Texas Voting Rights
Redistricting

Every week, election lawyer Marc Elias interviews lawmakers, policy leaders and changemakers about the problems facing our democracy and how we fix them.

PublishesDailyEpisodes188Founded3 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsPolitics

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Defending Democracy

Latest Episodes

Former FBI Agent and Yale Professor Asha Rangappa joins Marc Elias to examine how Trump-era policies reshaped federal law enforcement, national security, and democratic norms, from ICE and the FBI to the Insurrection Act and military authority. They ... more

Sen. Jeff Merkley joins Marc Elias to warn that American democracy is being hollowed out from within, as Trump deploys authoritarian tactics to suppress dissent, weaponize the DOJ, and rig future elections. From troops in the streets to attacks on vo... more

YouTube

One year into Donald Trump’s second term, Marc Elias exposes the collapse of democratic guardrails as big law firms, legacy media, corporate elites, and government institutions capitulate, collaborate, or stay silent while voting rights, elections, a... more

Harvard Law professor and election law expert Nicholas Stephanopoulos joins Marc Elias to break down the existential threat facing American democracy as aggressive gerrymandering and Supreme Court challenges put the Voting Rights Act on the brink. Th... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Talking Feds
Talking FedsHarry Litman
#SistersInLaw
#SistersInLawPoliticon
Main Justice
Main JusticeMS NOW, Andrew Weissmann, Mary McCord
UnJustified
UnJustifiedMSW Media

Recent Guests

Jeff Merkley
U.S. Senator from Oregon and advocate for democracy.
U.S. Senate
Episode: Inside The Plan To Weaponize The Military Against Us | Sen. Jeff Merkley
Nicholas Stephanopoulos
Professor at Harvard Law School and expert on election law, particularly redistricting and gerrymandering.
Harvard Law School
Episode: SCOTUS Poised To Greenlight GOP Maps | Nick Stephanopoulos
Adrian Fontes
Secretary of State of Arizona and former Maricopa County Recorder
Episode: This Man Will Go To Jail To Protect Your Vote | Sec. Adrian Fontes
Dahlia Lithwick
Senior editor at Slate and host of the award-winning podcast, Amicus.
Slate
Episode: The Shadow Docket: Democracy's Silent Killer | Dahlia Lithwick
Mary McCord
Professor at Georgetown Law School and former Assistant Attorney General for National Security.
Georgetown Law School
Episode: Exposing the DOJ's Dangerous Corruption | Mary McCord
Cory Booker
U.S. Senator from New Jersey, known for his advocacy on civil rights and social justice, and delivered the longest floor speech in Senate history.
United States Senate
Episode: The Silent Threat To Democracy (And How We Stop It) | Sen. Cory Booker
Steven Levitsky
Harvard professor and leading expert on democratic collapse
Harvard University
Episode: Harvard Professor Explains Death of American Democracy | Steven Levitsky
Ruben Gallego
A Marine veteran and Arizona's newest US Senator, influential voice in the Democratic Party.
Episode: Republicans Are Afraid of Trump | Sen. Ruben Gallego
Robert Garcia
Representative and member of the House Oversight Committee
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Congressman's Fight to Expose Epstein Files | Rep. Robert Garcia

Host

Marc Elias
Host of Defending Democracy

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 695 ratings
  • Exposing DOJ

    Marc, you are right about everything you said. You are a brave hero for all of us. And don’t forget to mention news wise on YouTube “To the Contrary” with Charlie Sykes. Great independent news there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GaMtnGrl
    United States17 days ago
  • Yes, we need DemDoc

    Absolutely love the show. We need this, and I hope you go as hard as you can on this path. Thank you for your work. We have jumped the shark, like the post civil war period all over….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    No son of Adam
    United States18 days ago
  • Marc!

    Champion guy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cpatel05
    United States21 days ago
  • Thank You Mark Elias

    I've supported Democratic candidates, and am so appreciative that I have found Democracy Docket and Mark Elias. I'm joining forces with my small monthly subscription, because we need him and folks like him so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sheela A
    United States3 months ago
  • Serious Truth

    McIver! I didn’t fully understand the implications until I listened to this discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DAG 1023
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging discussions about legal matters related to democracy.
Some suggest that it serves as a reliable source amidst the often confusing political landscape and advocate for its importance in sustaining democracy.
Many highlight Marc Elias's ability to clarify complex legal concepts, asserting that the podcast is essential for understanding current political issues.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Shadow Docket: Democracy's Silent Killer | Dahlia Lithwick
Q: How do you explain to someone what the Supreme Court is doing this term?
The Supreme Court is focusing on issues related to democracy, including voting rights and campaign finance, which will significantly affect future elections.
Why Republicans Are Finally Abandoning Trump | David Pakman
Q: Do you think that attacks on democracy matter in the political landscape?
Pakman believes that while the threats to democracy are serious, they don't seem to resonate as powerfully with voters compared to economic issues.
Why Republicans Are Finally Abandoning Trump | David Pakman
Q: What has surprised you overall about Trump's presidency?
Pakman notes the surprising desensitization of the public to Trump's extreme actions and the lack of media coverage on significant scandals.
The Resistance Blueprint | Gov. JB Pritzker
Q: What is the way in which the economy, affordability, inflation, civil rights, democracy issues, you know, Donald Trump's excess is... what is your best cut on what Democrats need to do?
Pritzker emphasizes that while fighting for democracy is critical, campaigning on economic issues that directly affect people's daily lives is also essential for success in 2026 elections.
The Resistance Blueprint | Gov. JB Pritzker
Q: But when you look back so far, how do you rank these various challenges that you have faced?
Pritzker reflects that each challenge has prepared him for the next and that he expects to continue facing unprecedented crises.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Defending Democracy

What is Defending Democracy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content focuses on the defense of democratic processes and the exploration of the current political landscape in the United States, particularly relating to electoral integrity, voting rights, and responses to authoritarianism. Notable discussions include the implications of actions taken by political figures, strategies used during elections, and the intricate relationship between the judiciary and electoral processes. This informative series often features interviews with lawmakers, election experts, and political commentators, providing listeners with critical insights into the legal battles over democracy and the actions necessary to preserve it. It stands out for its in-depth analysis of complex legal issues and a proactive stance on p... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Defending Democracy?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Defending Democracy. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Defending Democracy and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Defending Democracy get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Defending Democracy, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Defending Democracy?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Defending Democracy, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Defending Democracy have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Defending Democracy has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Defending Democracy?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Defending Democracy:

1. Talking Feds
2. #SistersInLaw
3. Main Justice
4. UnJustified
5. The Illegal News with Sarah Longwell

How many episodes of Defending Democracy are there?

Defending Democracy launched 3 years ago and published 188 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Defending Democracy?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Defending Democracy?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Defending Democracy from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Defending Democracy?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Defending Democracy. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Defending Democracy?

Recent guests on Defending Democracy include:

1. Jeff Merkley
2. Nicholas Stephanopoulos
3. Adrian Fontes
4. Dahlia Lithwick
5. Mary McCord
6. Cory Booker
7. Steven Levitsky
8. Ruben Gallego

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days