Breaking Down the First Amendment in a Digital World with Clay Calvert

On this episode of FMC Fast Chat, host Jaci Clement welcomes renowned First Amendment scholar Clay Calvert for a timely conversation on the myths, challenges, and realities of free speech in the digital age. From the Supreme Court’s decision on the TikTok ban to the responsibilities that come with free expression, this episode breaks down what the First Amendment protects—and what it doesn’t.

What you’ll learn:

🔹 The biggest misconception about the First Amendment — and why it’s important to understand.

🔹 How the TikTok ban reflects growing concerns over national security and data privacy.

🔹 The balance between free speech and responsibility in today’s digital-first world.

🔹 Why social media platforms can moderate content without violating free speech rights.

🔹 How to stay media savvy in a world dominated by misinformation and social media addiction.

Whether you’re passionate about free speech, curious about how laws shape our digital lives, or simply looking to become a more informed citizen, this episode delivers the insights you need.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Clay Calvert is a Nonresident Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Professor Emeritus, Brechner Eminent Scholar of Mass Communication Emeritus, and former Director of the Marion B. Brechner First Amendment Project at the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, specializing in First Amendment Law. He was previously a professor at the Pennsylvania State University, where he co-directed the Pennsylvania Center for the First Amendment. Calvert has authored or co-authored more than 150 scholarly articles for law journals. He has also written several books dealing with the First Amendment.