Lay A Foundation
By Casey Buttke
What cases in the U.S. shape the way we live our lives? In 10 minutes or less, each episode of Lay A Foundation tackles a key ruling in the United States - facts, issue, decision, and implications, making complicated case law accessible and immediate. These bite-sized episodes can benefit us all as we navigate the incredibly complex maze of U.S. policy.
Lay A FoundationJun 03, 2021
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BONUS: How does a case get to the Supreme Court?
This week I felt like recording a very short bonus episode for you all describing the path a case can take to end up at the Supreme Court of the United States! Head on over to @layafoundation to suggest other bonus episode content or to let me know what you think about this structure!
Jun 03, 202103:37
Episode 6: Chevron USA Inc. v. National Resources Defense Council
This episode covers one of the most notable cases in American administrative law. The Environmental Protection Agency’s interpretation of the Clean Air Act has been subject to much debate, and this court’s ruling, which created the Chevron deference, is no different. Until next week, be sure to check out the podcast on Instagram at @layafoundation!
May 31, 202107:08
Episode 5: Worcester v. Georgia
Today’s 9 minute episode gives a rundown of an extremely notable case regarding Indigenous sovereignty in this country. Here, the context and implications are extremely important, and so this episode may be one of our most valuable yet. Until next week, be sure to connect with the podcast on Instagram at @layafoundation.
May 25, 202108:56
Episode 4: Gibbons v. Ogden
This week’s episode tackles Gibbons v. Ogden, a commercial case that has had huge implications for the growth of the United States through the 1800s and also for the interaction between the federal government and economic systems. Until next week, check out the podcast on Instagram at @layafoundation.
May 17, 202106:53
Episode 3: Brown v. Board of Education
In this week’s 7-minute episode, Casey tackles Brown v. Board of Education, a hugely influential case in terms of desegregation and the civil rights movement. Until next week, check out the podcast on Instagram at @layafoundation!
Apr 29, 202106:59
Episode 2: Marbury v. Madison
In a 7 minute episode, Casey tackles the 1803 case of Marbury v. Madison, discussing the establishment of judicial review, the legal value of the U.S. Constitution, and more. Until next week, be sure to check us out on Instagram @layafoundation.
Apr 13, 202107:06
Episode 1: Schenck v. United States
In this 5 minute episode, Casey tackles the 1919 case of Schenck v. United States, touching on the Espionage Act and its intersection with freedom of speech, as well as the evolution of Constitutional rights during wartime. If you’re antsy for more content, check out the podcast on Instagram, @layafoundation. See you next week!
Apr 06, 202105:18