Discourse
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.
Episodes
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 a deep dive into three significant Supreme Court decisions. Unger discusses the Senate's split vote on President Trump's l...
Unscripted Deep Dive: 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 between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, Trump’s extension of deadlines for TikTok, a controversial Supreme Court decision on T...
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In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into the recent ruling by the United States Court of International Trade, which declared that former Presid...
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: A Deep Dive into the Hidden Costs and Executive Orders
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger discusses the comple...
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 Qatar Plane
Understanding Corruption and Its Implications in Modern Politics
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger ...
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 Controversy
In this episode of Discourse, hosted by Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley expert, the focus is...
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 legal nuances of due process, hearsay, and the First Amendment as they apply to international students and deported individuals. The epi...
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 function and their economic effects, especially in a globalized economy. Unger discusses the potential repercussions on financial marke...
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, referencing specific clauses from Article II of the U.S. Constitution and discussing the significant role that Congress plays in expanding...
Security Breach: Journalist Accidentally Added to Government Signal Thread
In this episode of 'Discourse,' host Wayne Unger explores the ramifications of a recent security lapse where top national security officials accidentally included journalist Jeffrey Goldberg in a secure messaging thread on Signal. The conversation focuses on the technology behind Signal and its comparison to iMessage, the pro...
Tsunami: Nationwide Injunctions and Trump's EO to Close the Education Department
In this episode of 'Discourse,' host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley nerd, delves into the Trump administration's controversial executive order to close the Department of Education. Unger explores the constitutional and legal challenges that this executive order faces and its potential impacts on...
Dissecting the Trump Administration's Legal Controversies, Calling for New Leadership in the Democratic Party, and Discussing the Equal Rights Amendment
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Ungar examines key legal issues and recent governmental actions. The episode features an in-depth critique of the Trump administration's defiance of court injunctions related to the termination of federal emp...
Exploring Legal Boundaries: Green Card Revocations and Conversion Therapy in the U.S.
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former tech professional, delves into two significant legal issues: the Trump administration's revocation of a Columbia University student's green card and the Supreme Court's decision to hear a case on state bans against conversion therapy fo...
Analyzing the Measles Outbreak and Public Education Under the Trump Administration
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into a busy week under the Trump administration and the chaos in global events. Key topics include President Trump's rehiring of terminated federal employees and fluctuating tariffs impacting Canada and Mexico. Unger also explores the ongoing measles outbreak in the sou...
In this episode of 'Discourse,' host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley professional, discusses critical privacy issues intersecting with law, politics, technology, and business. Starting with the privacy implications of federal court rulings on immigration enforcement near houses of worship, Unger moves to potential Supreme Court recognition of a right to informational privacy under the ...
Discourse Episode: Analyzing Tense Political Dialogues & Press Dynamics
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley professional, delves into three pressing stories shaping the current landscape in politics, law, and media. The first story covers a heated exchange in the Oval Office between President Trump, Vice President Vance, and Ukrainian President Zelensk...
Understanding the Rule of Law Amidst Constitutional Crises
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor at Quinnipiac University, explores the concept and importance of the rule of law, diving deep into the potential constitutional crises posed by the actions of the Trump administration. Unger emphasizes the historical foundations and fragility of the U.S. Constitution, discussing the role ...
Quantum Leaps and Political Turmoil: Unpacking Microsoft's Quantum Breakthrough and Trump's Second Term Disruptions
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger, a law professor and former Silicon Valley professional, delves into two major topics reshaping the world today. First, he breaks down Microsoft's recent announcement on their revolutionary topological qubits for quantum computing, ex...
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.
Navigating the Chaos: Airline Safety, Trump Administration Policies, and Constitutional Challenges
In the inaugural episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger tackles breaking news concerning a Delta regional jet crash in Toronto, analyzing potential causes and implications tied to recent reductions in FAA staff by the Trump administration. Wayne sheds light on the broader conversation about systemic issues in ai...
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