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Gavel & Gazette explains the legal stories making headlines, in plain English. Supreme Court cases, viral lawsuits, and everyday legal questions, with both sides of the argument and what it all means for you. New episodes every week.

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  • October 16 · 32 min

    The Cartoon Animal Trademark War: Can a Company Own a Beaver?

    What happens when a late-night host dares a famous brand to take him to court? In this episode, we break down the legal fight behind the headlines, in plain English: - What the "Buc-Off" parody challenge was, and how the company responded - Why...

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  • October 15 · 25 min

    Can a State Execute You Twice? The Tennessee Case With No Clear Answer

    Tennessee tried to carry out an execution, and it did not go as planned. Now a question that courts have rarely faced is on the table: can a state try again? In this episode, we walk through what the public record and credible reporting say, without...

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  • October 14 · 28 min

    Cornell 7: 12 Hearings, 2 Expulsions, No Criminal Charges So Far

    A 101-page lawsuit has put Cornell University, a fraternity and seven former students at the center of a national debate. How did a case from 2024 end up back in the spotlight? In this episode, we walk through what the public court papers and credible...

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  • October 13 · 31 min

    From Viral Streamer to Felony Court: How the Clavicular Case Works

    He built a huge online following around "looksmaxxing." Now he is at the center of a criminal case in Massachusetts. In this episode, we walk through what the public court records and credible news reports actually say: - What Braden Peters, known...

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  • October 9 · 28 min

    Can a President Ban Reporters? The White House Press Fight Explained

    Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico were turned away at the White House gate, and their press passes were taken. What happened next turned into a major First Amendment test. In this episode, we break down the facts in plain language: - What...

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