Discourse with Wayne Unger

Discourse with Wayne Unger

Welcome to Discourse with Wayne Unger—where we cut through the noise and make sense of the chaos. On this podcast, we take a deep dive into the pressing issues shaping our world in politics, law, technology, business, and more. No echo chambers. No corporate influence. Just thoughtful analysis and respectful civic dialogue. Because understanding different perspectives isn’t just important—it’s necessary.

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November 26, 2025 24 mins

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Discourse: Legal Unraveling of High-Profile Indictments with Vanessa Avery

In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley nerd, delves deep into the recent legal developments surrounding the indictments of former FBI Director James Comey and New York State Attorney General Letitia James. With special guest Vanessa Avery, a former US Attorney for the District of Connecti...

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Discourse Episode: Legislative Corruption & The Emerging AI Bubble

In this episode of Discourse, hosted by Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley insider, two major topics are thoroughly dissected. First, the recent federal government reopening after the longest shutdown in U.S. history is discussed, focusing particularly on Section 213 of the bill, which has created a controversial pathway f...

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Reflecting on the 2025 Off-Cycle Election Results

In this bonus episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger offers a reflection on the recent off-cycle election held on November 4th, 2025. With an unscripted approach, he shares his thoughts on key outcomes including the Democrats' wins in Virginia and New Jersey gubernatorial races, and the historic victory of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani in New York City...

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Navigating the Longest Federal Government Shutdown: Causes, Consequences, and Predictions

In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger breaks down the ongoing federal government shutdown, discussing its causes, potential length, and impact on American citizens. Unger delves into the history of government shutdowns, the failure of Congress to pass a budget, and the political stalemate between Democrats and Repu...

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October 22, 2025 38 mins

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Deep Dive into Middle East Ceasefire, Government Shutdown, and Healthcare Policies

Host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley insider, navigates through today's pressing issues from the Middle East ceasefire brokered by the Trump administration to the 21-day U.S. government shutdown. The episode critiques Congress's use of continuing resolutions, the political tug-of-war over Affordabl...

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Navigating Stare Decisis, Political Violence, and Free Speech: A Deep Dive

In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger returns after a brief hiatus to discuss his recent academic work on the doctrine of stare decisis and its application in civil rights cases. He delves into the complexities of the Supreme Court’s handling of precedents and judicial activism, especially in light of the recent Dobbs decision. T...

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In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into major current events, focusing on two key election topics: redistricting battles between Texas and California, and Donald Trump's controversial push to end mail-in voting. Unger discusses Trump's proposed execu...

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In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into the ongoing conflict between the Trump administration and major universities such as Harvard, Columbia, and Brown. The episode explores Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administration, accusing it of violating First Amendm...

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Discourse: Diving into AI Regulation and National Security

In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley professional, welcomes the podcast's first guest, Kevin Frazier from UT Austin. Kevin is an expert in artificial intelligence ...

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Dissecting the 'Big Beautiful Bill': Impacts and Implications. Episode 2 of a two-part series.

In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger dives deep into a comprehensive analysis of the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' examining its numerous appropriations, tax refor...

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Dissecting Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill': Medicaid Reforms (Part 1 of 2)

In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into Donald Trump's recently signed legislation, examining its contents and potential impacts. Key topics include changes to Medicaid,...

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The Final Three Supreme Court Decisions of This Term

Host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley expert, introduces a new format for the Discourse podcast. This episode, recorded on July 1st, 2025, includes an unscripted reaction to recent political headlines and ...

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Unscripted: Elon vs. Trump, Supreme Court Rulings, and Iran Tensions

In this episode of 'Discourse,' host Wayne Unger diverges from the usual script to provide an unscripted, rapid-fire discussion on a variety of pressing topics. The episode touches on the Twitter feud ...

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Discourse is now a Top 40 News Commentary podcast in the U.S. on Apple Podcasts. Help us keep this show commercial free by becoming a subscriber and supporting us with a monthly monetary donation. Visit discoursepod.org and click the Support button today!


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Discourse is now a Top 40 News Commentary podcast in the U.S. on Apple Podcasts. Help us keep this show commercial free by becoming a subscriber and supporting us with a monthly monetary donation. Visit discoursepod.org and click the Support button today!

Decoding Prescription Drug Prices:...

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Discourse is now a Top 60 News Commentary podcast on Apple Podcasts! For us to continue this work commercial-free, please join us as a subscriber to provide a monthly donation. Visit www.discoursepod.org and click the Support button today!

Diplomatic Gifts or Glaring Grifts: Examining the ...

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Discourse is now a Top 60 News Commentary podcast on Apple Podcasts! For us to continue this work commercial-free, please join us as a subscriber to provide a monthly monetary contribution. Visit www.discoursepod.org and click Support. 

Analyzing Trump's Tariffs and Habeas Corpus Cont...

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In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger discusses the contentious legal and political issues surrounding deportations under the Trump administration. The focus is on the case of Kmar Rega Garcia, who was deported to El Salvador despite a court order. Wayne breaks down the lega...

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April 8, 2025 54 mins

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Trade Wars: Assessing Trump's Tariffs

In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into the intricacies of tariffs, focusing on President Trump's recent implementation of tariffs on a wide array of imports. The episode breaks down what tariffs are, how they fun...

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Understanding Presidential Authority

In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley nerd, explores the scope of presidential authority in the United States. Unger breaks down the constitutional and statutory powers vested in the presidency, refere...

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