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Opening Arguments is a law show that helps you make sense of the news! Comedian Thomas Smith brings on legal analysts to help you understand not only current events, but also deeper legal concepts and areas! The typical schedule will be M-W-F with Monday being a deep-dive, Wednesday being Thomas Takes the Bar Exam and patron shoutouts, and Friday being a rapid response to legal issues in the news!... more

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VR16 - This week on Vapid Response: it’s the Hat and the Hammer, with the return of both New York Times token religious conservative columnist Ross Doot-hat and Newsweek editor-at-large Josh Hammer. We begin with a savory amuse douche in which a Chri... more

OA1214 - As the end of 2025 approaches, we are finding real cause for hope in how federal courts have been handling the Trump administration’s unprecedented assault on the rule of law. In the first of what will be at least two parts, Matt and Thomas ... more

OA1213 - Thomas is back for an action-packed Rapid Response Friday! This week: we compare the letter that just earned the former President of Honduras a pardon of his conviction for definitely being involved with narcotrafficking against the Trump ad... more

Today on Vapid Response Wednesday: weeks after designating “Antifa” a “domestic terror organization,” the White House hosted a panel of MAGA luminaries to update the President on the not-at-all-made-up threat to the nation posed by a thing which demo... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Davis Court
Investigative journalist covering Antifa violence.
Post-Millennial
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
Jack Posobiec
Conservative commentator.
Human Events
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
Jonathan Cho
Investigative reporter focused on Antifa and social unrest.
Discovery Institute
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
Nick Fish
Nonprofit leader recently interviewed on Serious Inquiries Only.
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
Brandi Cruz
Investigative journalist with experience covering Antifa.
Post-Millennial
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
Andy Ngo
Journalist known for his coverage of Antifa and its activities.
Post-Millennial
Episode: Trump hosts (and dozes through) absolutely unhinged Antifa Round Table
John J. Lennon
Author and journalist serving time at Sing Sing, writes about true crime and accountability.
None specified
Episode: The Tragedy of True Crime
Aaron Reichlin-Melnick
Senior fellow at the American Immigration Council and expert in U.S. immigration policy.
American Immigration Council
Episode: Trump’s All Out Assault on Immigrants Continues in Incompetent but Horrifying Fashion
Michelle Adams
Former Constitutional Law Professor and author of The Containment
Self-Published Author
Episode: The Supreme Court Case That Stopped School Integration

Hosts

Thomas Smith
Host bringing humor and legal analysis to complex topics, facilitating discussions with co-hosts and guests.
Matt Cameron
Co-host providing insight on legal matters and helping to drive discussions with a comedic twist.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 6.6k ratings
  • Brilliant breakdown of the law, a must in my opinion.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ChasingRainbows
    15 days ago
  • Ad density…

    Interesting but way too many ads

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    A____p______
    United States23 days ago
  • Seasonal Candies

    Jenessa’s take on the special seasonal Reese’s is spot on! The regular are fine. The egg, the football, the pumpkin are king!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darren in A$$h0le, Indiana
    United Statesa month ago
  • Eh

    Was better before new old host took back over. Unsubscribed

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    djh3333333
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great. 😁

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Kyllo
    2 months ago

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Feedback reflects enjoyment of the engaging hosts and their expertise in making law accessible.
Reviewers celebrate the balance of serious topics with lighthearted banter, enhancing listener retention.
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Some express concern about the frequency and placement of advertisements, wanting a more seamless experience.

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#129
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Apple Podcasts
#216
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Apple Podcasts
#219
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#181
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#95
Colombia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#99
Finland/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Is Trump Playing “Pardon, Marry, Kill” With Narcotraffickers?
Q: How do you end up over here? Was he political asylum type thing or how did that happen?
No, he was extradited.
Is Trump Playing “Pardon, Marry, Kill” With Narcotraffickers?
Q: What does the new safe third country removals term mean?
It allows us to deport people who have never been to a country to that country just because we don't want them to do their asylum claims here.
The Tragedy of True Crime
Q: How does writing help you reconcile your actions and feelings of accountability?
John states that writing helps him develop his voice and process his internal motivations, pushing him to figure out his own fears and reasons for his past actions.
The Tragedy of True Crime
Q: What do you mean by us and why have you chosen that subtitle?
John explains that he is one of the Guilty Men discussed in the book and writes about three others, offering a first-person narrative from prison.
Kat Abughazaleh - Indicted by Trump's DoJ for Protesting ICE while running for Congress
Q: Can you describe what it's like on the ground in Chicago right now amid ICE's operations?
Kat shares experiences of community fears, daily raids, and the collective resilience being shown against ICE's actions.

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1. Katie Davis Court
2. Jack Posobiec
3. Jonathan Cho
4. Nick Fish
5. Brandi Cruz
6. Andy Ngo
7. John J. Lennon
8. Aaron Reichlin-Melnick

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