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Nia and Aughie explore the interesting life and service of Senator Elizabeth Dole.

Aughie and Nia recount the fascinating cases and legal troubles of famous lawyer and orator Clarence Darrow in part two of a two part series.

Nia and Aughie discuss the Roberts Court, years 2005 - present (2026). John Roberts has led the Supreme Court for 21 years, overseeing a move to the conservative right and many modern controversial opinions. Part 1 covers the youth and early career of John Roberts and the early years of the Roberts Court.

Aughie and Nia recount the childhood and early legal career of famous lawyer and orator Clarence Darrow in part one of a two part series.

Aughie and Nia explore the Rehnquist Court, years 1986 - 2005. William Rehnquist, an intelligent lawyer and solid administrator, presided over a court that was increasingly conservative and with almost 11 years of no turnover in justices.

Aughie and Nia explore the Burger Court, years 1969 - 1986. Chief Justice Warren Burger led the court through the end of the Vietnam War and into the tech boom of the 1980s. This transitional period takes us from a much more liberal time of the court into a more conservative era.

Aughie and Nia introduce listeners to the storied history of William Jennings Bryan, lawyer, orator, and perennial presidential candidate.

Nia and Aughie review the current gerrymandering efforts in Virginia and other states.

Aughie and Nia tell the story of Roy Olmstead, a bootlegger during the Prohibition  Era and eventual petitioner in the Olmstead v United States SCOTUS case. 

In this episode of Can He Do That?, Aughie and Nia discuss the written Constitution versus the Constitution in practice when it comes to presidential declarations of war.

Aughie and Nia discuss the Warren Court, years 1953 to 1969. Earl Warren oversaw the Court during a time of great social change in the United States. In this second episode of the Warren Court, Aughie goes over the landmark cases that show the progressive judicial philosophy of the Warren Court.

Nia and Aughie tell the story behind the Prohibition leader Caroline (Carrie) Amelia Moore Gloyd Nation. 

Aughie and Nia discuss the Warren Court, years 1953 to 1969. Earl Warren oversaw the Court during a time of great social change in the United States. In this first episode of the Warren Court, Aughie explains the background and leadership qualities of Earl Warren as a governor of California among other positions.