Strict Scrutiny is a podcast about the United States Supreme Court and the legal culture that surrounds it.
Hosted by three badass constitutional law professors-- Leah Litman, Kate Shaw, and Melissa Murray-- Strict Scrutiny provides in-depth, accessible, and irreverent analysis of the Supreme Court and its cases, culture, and personalities. Each week, Leah, Kate, and Melissa break down the latest headlines and biggest legal questions facing our country, emphasizing what it all means for our daily lives.
Whether you’re a lawyer or law student, or you’re just here for the messy legal drama, Strict Scrutiny has you covered. New episodes out every Monday… plus bonuses whenever SCOTUS takes away another one of our rights.
361 episodes•
A Term for the Rich, the Reactionaries, and the Ruthless
01:39:457/7/2025
SCOTUS Strengthens Conservative War on Education
01:01:526/30/2025
SCOTUS Clears the Way for Trump’s Lawlessness
00:51:336/27/2025
SCOTUS Deals Massive Blow to Health Care Access
00:53:146/26/2025
Ketanji Brown Jackson Sounds the Alarm
01:38:146/23/2025
SCOTUS Upholds Tennessee Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
00:38:476/18/2025
Can Trump Mobilize the Military Without California's Consent?