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Foreign Interference in Canadian Elections
Unpublished Cafe - June 29, 2024 02:32 - 30 minutesIt is a “stain” on our electoral process, according to Marie Jose Hogue, Canada’s Commissioner of Inquiry into Foreign Interference. Hague’s report indicates there were attempts in the 2019 and 2021 elections, although it did not impact the overall outcome. While Justice Hogue said the outcome o...
Presidential Debate and Recent Supreme Court Decisions Plus Oklahoma Teaching the Bible
The LIEB CAST - June 28, 2024 21:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe Lieb Cast examines the first presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. They also take an in-depth look at recent Supreme Court decisions, including rulings that limited agencies receiving deference from the courts (Chevron Deference), state's rights to give homeless people crim...
Examining New Tech Regulation, Capitalism and "Evidence-Based" Policy
The LIEB CAST - June 21, 2024 19:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe Lieb Cast examines the pending SCOTUS cases that could reshape how social media platforms moderate content, as well as New York's new legislation targeting addictive algorithms. They question who truly benefits from such laws - children, as promised, or those with political interests? And sh...
DeFraming SCOTUS: Shedding Light on Who Can Challenge Regulatory Bodies
The LIEB CAST - June 14, 2024 20:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn a unanimous ruling, the Supreme Court addressed the abortion pill, but only to establish clearer guideposts as to when doctors can challenge the FDA in a federal lawsuit. The case revolved around private plaintiffs who objected to relaxed rules around abortion pills but failed to demonstrate ...
Don't take risks, flaunt those risks, & think you can get away with it because "no one else" faces consequences in Cannabis, Real Estate Brokerage, and Trump Trump Trump
The LIEB CAST - May 31, 2024 20:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThis episode analyzes the legal ramifications of Trump's recent felony convictions in New York, including the potential sentencing outcomes at his upcoming hearing and implications for a future presidential run. It also examines debates around licensing practices in New York's growing cannabis i...
How a Proposed Law on Employee Access to Files Could Change Workplace Dynamics
The LIEB CAST - May 17, 2024 19:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe Cast weighs in on a controversial proposed New York law granting employees access to their employment files. They discuss the legal and business implications this could have for employers. As AI capabilities expand into areas like mortgage lending, they also debate which human roles could so...
Landlords Face New Restrictions as NY Passes Sweeping Eviction Reforms; Court Rules Religious Schools Can Discriminate Against Teachers
The LIEB CAST - May 10, 2024 16:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNew York has passed legislation limiting landlords' ability to evict tenants or raise rents with its Good Cause Eviction law in NYC. The new rules face legal challenges from property owners who argue it unlawfully infringes on their rights. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court upheld the "minister...
Change Canadiana
Unpublished Cafe - May 04, 2024 05:31 - 25 minutesChange, change, change. We all want change. Talk to any pollster in Canada and that is the pervading theme across the country. It’s strange because human nature doesn’t like change. Yet, Canadians are clamoring for it. But what kind of change do Canadians want? Concerning Canadian politics, ou...
Nuances of Anti-Zionism, Anti-Semitism, and Religious Discrimination
The LIEB CAST - May 03, 2024 19:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this episode of Lieb Cast, we delve into the nuances of anti-Zionism versus anti-Semitism, highlighting the distinct differences between the two. Our discussion extends to religious discrimination protections, specifically in employment and housing, but notably absent in education. We also ta...
FTC's New Ban on Non-Competes: Navigating Challenges in the Audio Erotica Industry
The LIEB CAST - April 26, 2024 20:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsFTC's Retroactive Ban on Non-Competes sparks tension as Lauren strategizes to prevent Alex, her burgeoning protégé in the audio erotica realm, from striking out independently. Andrew intervenes, unraveling their business dynamics and unveiling Lauren's hidden passion while analyzing the ban's po...
Red Lobster's Bankruptcy, Trump's Absence from Graduation, and the New Standard for Proving Workplace Discrimination
The LIEB CAST - April 19, 2024 21:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThis episode of the Lieb Cast analyzes several current political and legal topics, including Red Lobster's bankruptcy, Trump missing his son's graduation, a discrimination case involving a female police officer, the Supreme Court's recent rulings on affirmative action and workplace discriminatio...
Exploiting Bridge Tragedy to Attack Diversity - Jon Stewart's Real Estate Dealings - Trump Comparison
The LIEB CAST - March 29, 2024 21:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThis episode of The Lieb Cast unpacks the divisive new term that has emerged as a derogatory dog whistle to criticize diversity initiatives and policies. Host Andrew Lieb breaks down how using "DEI mayor" to describe an elected official in Baltimore demonstrates flawed logic and perpetuates raci...
Canada’s Carbon Tax
Unpublished Cafe - March 29, 2024 20:00 - 26 minutesYou would have to live under a rock in this country if you haven’t heard the clarion call, “Axe the tax!’ The federal government’s latest increase to the carbon tax is set to rise on April 1st. First introduced in 2019 at $20 a tonne, the latest increase will see it rise from $65 a tonne to $8...
The Rise of Anticompetitive Practice in Real Estate & Tech
The LIEB CAST - March 22, 2024 19:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsWe clarify the show's tone for naysayers who thought this was an educational distance learning apparatus - this is a fun way to know what's happening in the world and how it impacts your life, your business, your health, and inspires you to seize opportunity. If you don't pay attention to today'...
NAR Lawsuit Settlement Will Transform Real Estate Buying
The LIEB CAST - March 15, 2024 20:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe Lieb Cast discusses the major changes coming to the real estate industry as a result of an antitrust lawsuit settlement. They analyze what this could mean for brokers, commissions, and the overall housing market. The Cast debates the potential opportunities that may arise for both small and ...
Biden's Speech + 'I Don't Give a F Crowd'
The LIEB CAST - March 08, 2024 20:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThis episode of The Lieb Cast analyzes President Biden's State of the Union address. They also discuss Biden's subtle reaction to Marjorie Taylor Greene and how it should go viral. Other topics include the tension between feelings and values in politics, reaching the "I don't give a f@#$" crowd ...
The Double Standards: Inconsistency and Fight for Reproductive Rights
The LIEB CAST - March 01, 2024 20:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe Cast holds a lively debate about reproductive ethics and the inconsistencies often seen in political stances. They dissect the recent Alabama Supreme Court ruling that granted embryos legal rights, and how that decision impacts access to IVF. Andrew challenges the logic of claiming to be "pr...
The Israel—Hamas war through a Canadian lens
Unpublished Cafe - February 23, 2024 22:39 - 27 minutesSince October 7th, the world has been littered with horrific images from the attack by the terrorist group, Hamas on unsuspecting Israelis. The pushback from Israel has been strident and expanding. In the middle are five million Palestinians who have seen destruction of their homes as the Israel...
Dear Jon Stewart, Please Listen to Us - We're Trying to Save America Too!
The LIEB CAST - February 16, 2024 18:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe Lieb Cast 3-Point Plan to Fix Broken Political Messaging in America! We send an open letter to the one man they believe can save political discourse: Jon Stewart and his new Daily Show. Frustrated by the state of endless partisan bickering on both sides, the Cast pleads with Stewart to tune...
Game Changing New Ruling on College Athletes
The LIEB CAST - February 09, 2024 20:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this episode of The Lieb Cast, Andrew delves into the groundbreaking NLRB ruling that recognizes Dartmouth college football players as employees, marking a pivotal shift in the landscape of amateur college sports. He unpacks the events and considerations that led to this landmark decision, an...
Athletes, Employees & Audiobook Narrators
The LIEB CAST - February 09, 2024 20:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this episode of The Lieb Cast, Andrew delves into the groundbreaking NLRB ruling that recognizes Dartmouth college football players as employees, marking a pivotal shift in the landscape of amateur college sports. He unpacks the events and considerations that led to this landmark decision, an...
From Taylor Swift Psyops to Conspiracy Theories and Legal Guidance
The LIEB CAST - February 02, 2024 20:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this episode of The Lieb Cast, we explore how discrimination laws have unintentionally enabled the spread of conspiracy theories like the Taylor Swift Psyop. We dissect the confusion caused by outdated EEOC guidance and conflicting court rulings, analyzing viral debates on celebrity influence...
CIVIL WAR IMMINENT?! Biden FEDERALIZES Guard, Will TROOPS Choose TEXAS or D.C.
The LIEB CAST - January 26, 2024 19:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsTensions between Texas Governor Abbott and the Biden administration have reached a boiling point. Abbott has deployed the Texas National Guard to the border and declared an "invasion," directly challenging federal authority. Meanwhile, Biden threatens to federalize the Guard. The Lieb Cast break...
Will Canadians go the polls in 2024?
Unpublished Cafe - January 20, 2024 06:35 - 34 minutesWill Canadians be going to the polls federally in 2024? Will the Grits or even the NDP have a leadership change? Can Canada tackle affordability housing shortages? South of the border, what can we expect in November? So many questions. But by far the biggest one is whether or not Canadians wil...
A Discussion of Homelessness, Administrative Power, and the Path to Racial Justice
The LIEB CAST - January 19, 2024 20:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe Lieb Cast tackles 3 complex and controversial issues facing America today. They dive deep into the legal and policy intricacies of homelessness, Chevron deference, and calls for racial reparations. For those interested in public policy, law, and tackling our most challenging social problems,...
Preparing for a World Where AI Takes Jobs + Trump Civil Trial Update
The LIEB CAST - January 12, 2024 19:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThis week on The Lieb Cast, Andrew and Lauren recap the fraud trial of Donald Trump and how the judge missed an opportunity for a ratings bonanza by not letting Trump broadcast his own closing argument. They also debate the future of work in an increasingly automated world and discuss different ...
Navigating Elon Musk & Bill Ackman DEI debate, Same-Sex Marriage Legal Battles, and NYC Migrant Transport Saga
The LIEB CAST - January 05, 2024 17:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe latest episode of the Lieb Cast delves into the impact of social media on workplace discrimination, highlighting how posts by prominent figures like Bill Ackman and Elon Musk, questioning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, may inadvertently encourage discriminatory behavior....
Let the World Happen To You Or Make The World Happen For You
The LIEB CAST - December 29, 2023 21:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this vibrant episode of the Lieb Cast, Andrew and Lauren Lieb, along with co-host Alex Licitra, explore their personal and professional goals for 2024, blending their thoughtful planning with engaging banter and self-deprecating humor. Andrew candidly shares his public media experiences from...
Andrew and Lauren Lieb's 2024 Plans - Public Media Detox Explained
The LIEB CAST - December 29, 2023 21:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this vibrant episode of the Lieb Cast, Andrew and Lauren Lieb, along with co-host Alex Licitra, explore their personal and professional goals for 2024, blending their thoughtful planning with engaging banter and self-deprecating humor. Andrew candidly shares his public media experiences from...
Android App Store is in Jeopardy as a Monopoly: Let's Eat Our Feelings at the Latkes Fusion Bar
The LIEB CAST - December 15, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsFortnite got a kill in Epic Games' anti-competitive practices trial win over Google and its App Store. Discussing the implications and how laws impact business from Mickey Mouse coming out of 95 years of copyright protection to the enforceability of non-competes. Wouldn't you rather discuss busi...
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