Topic: Josh Jackson

3 chapters across the catalog

Frog of War
Episode 1436 4:33 - 10:27

1436: Frog of War

Ketanji Brown Jackson, Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings, and Media Narratives

The Supreme Court confirmation hearings for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson are characterized as a performative political display intended to distract from the war in Ukraine. Media figures like Joy Reid are criticized for framing Republican questioning as "thuggish" and linked to QAnon ideology. Jackson's past rulings, including a case involving the "Pizzagate" shooter and her sentencing record in child pornography cases, are highlighted as primary points of contention for Republican senators.

Batu
Episode 1435 2:52:00 - 2:58:01

1435: Batu

Ketanji Brown Jackson Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings

The Senate Judiciary Committee begins confirmation hearings for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to replace Justice Stephen Breyer. While Republicans raise questions about her sentencing record in child pornography cases, media reports focus on her history as a public defender and her potential to be the first Black woman on the court.

Ninjas in Mongolia
Episode 503 31:08 - 33:42

503: Ninjas in Mongolia

Josh Jackson, Four-Leaf Clover Bulbs, Divorce Lawyer Anecdote

Josh Jackson donated to the show after a humorous segment helped him through a difficult day at a divorce lawyer's office. He previously sent four-leaf clover bulbs to the Travis Heights hideout, which are now beginning to sprout. The hosts express gratitude for the unique gift and discuss the novelty of growing clovers from bulbs.