Court Report

SCOTUS Series: Marbury v. Madison

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 19:40:09 GMT

Grace and Blake discuss the landmark SCOTUS case of Marbury v. Madison, which established the principle of judicial review- one of John Marshall's most influential decisions. A case which originated in the mire of a presidential election, we will dive in to examine the facts of the case, and how the Supreme Court demonstrated its constitutional role and authority in checking the power of the congress. Can you think of any other major Supreme Court decisions which fundamentally altered the way the court and/or the government in general operates?

SCOTUS Series: Bush v. Gore

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 02:07:41 GMT

In this episode of the Court Report Podcast, Grace and Blake discuss the intricacies and impact of the landmark political case of Bush v. Gore (2000). We will discuss how one of the closest races in presidential election history led to an unprecedented chain of events that would lend a hand to the judiciary having a direct role in the election of the 43rd POTUS. What does this mean for modern American society and its strife with the electoral process? Tune in to find out!

SCOTUS Series: Brown v. Board of Education

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 00:44:21 GMT

In this inaugural episode of the Supreme Court (SCOTUS) Series of the Court Report Podcast, Blake and Grace break down one of the most impactful Supreme Court cases of the Civil Rights Movement: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas. We'll analyze the case to see how the social and historical context of the period influenced the case, the politics and personalities of the justices on the bench, and the impact on American society. Thanks for listening!

S2 Episode 2: Farewell, Logic Games!

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 17:41:56 GMT

In this episode, Grace and Blake discuss the significance of a major update to the LSAT released by the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) that will impact future generations of LSAT test takers, and may in fact impact law school admissions processes writ large. As a result of a 2019 lawsuit filed against LSAC, beginning in August of 2024, the LSAT will no longer include a section testing analytical reasoning (Logic Games (LG)), but will instead include another section of Logical Reasoning (LR) in its place. This poses a question for those contemplating whether or not to take the LSAT before the change is implemented, or to wait for the next testing cycle.

S2 Episode 1: So You're Thinking About Law School?

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 01:06:12 GMT

Are you thinking of pursuing the legal profession? In this episode, Blake and Grace talk about what prospective J.D. applicants should be thinking about in order to find success. Grace Brenner is our newest co-host on the Court Report Podcast. She is the Founder and President of the French Club at the George Washington University, and is now also the President of the Law & Policy Society at GW. She is a junior double-majoring in both French and Political Science, intending on applying to law schools following her graduation.

Episode 2: Overview of the Law School Application Process

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 15:54:47 GMT

Chris and Blake discuss the steps and timeline in the law school admissions process.

Christopher James Costello is the President of the Phi Alpha Delta pre-law fraternity at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A senior in the Fox School of Business, Chris is pursuing corporate law following his graduation at the conclusion of the 2022-2023 school year.

Blake Thomas Hindle is the President of the Law & Policy Society at the George Washington University in Washington, D.C.. Also a senior, Blake is enrolled in the Elliott School of International Affairs, completing a B.A. before pursuing either corporate or international law following the conclusion of the academic year.

Episode 1: Intro and Law School Admissions Overview

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 02:23:09 GMT

The first episode of the Court Report Podcast! A brief overview of the law school admissions timeline and requirements.

Our first guest, Christopher James Costello, is the President of the Phi Alpha Delta pre-law fraternity at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A senior in the Fox School of Business, Chris is pursuing corporate law following his graduation at the conclusion of this academic year.

Blake Thomas Hindle, President of the Law & Policy Society at the George Washington University in Washington, D.C. co-hosts this episode. Also a senior, Blake is enrolled in the Elliott School of International Affairs, completing a B.A. before pursuing corporate or international law.