Every week, Anton Vialtsin (California attorney and YouTuber) discusses legal cases from the Supreme Court, 9th Circuit, and California State Courts. We focus on the First, Second, Fourth, Fifth, and Eighth Amendments. We make predictions and scrutinize the law. Anton Vialtsin handled over a hundred federal criminal cases from initial client interviews through sentencing. He has an in-depth knowledge of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the Federal Criminal Codes and Rules, mandatory-minimu ...
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A disturbing crime, a desperate act, and how one case could change the way prisons treat some transgender inmates. This podcast follows the case of Adree Edmo, a transgender inmate in Idaho who sued the state for gender confirmation surgery. The state appealed, and now the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals must rule.
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Matinée Radio Show.... The Radio to listen to wherever you are! 💃🏻🕺 Tune in and dance to the Matinée Group best beats. 🎧 Next Events: - Circuit Festival Asia 🇹🇭 30th May - 1st June 2025 - Circuit Festival Barcelona 🇪🇸 9th - 17th August 2025 - Matinée World Tour 🌎 - Barcelona Monthly Sessions More info at: www.matineegroup.com
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Every week, First Liberty Institute brings you today’s essential stories straight from the frontlines on the battle for religious freedom.
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Agronomic highlights throughout the season from our Iowa Asgrow/DeKalb team.
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Candid conversations about Faith, Life, & Politics with Monica Matthews and interviews of her guests.
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A summary conversation on news events and public affairs in Chicago.
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Alaska Airline Flight Attendants: 9th Circuit Oral Argument UNCUT
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54:43A few years ago, flight attendants Lacey and Marli were investigated, questioned and fired by Alaska Airlines for asking faith-based questions on an employee-only website about the company’s support of the Equality Act. That’s why we have asked the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to fix this issue. Specifically, we asked the court to honor Lacey and M…
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Judge Timothy Evans is ousted as chief judge of the Cook County Circuit Court, CTU lawsuit, and Brendan Reilly announces bid for Cook County Board president.
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59:32After 24 years leading Cook County Courts, Timothy Evans was unseated as chief judge by fellow judges. What is the significance of his ouster? What changes can be expected with new leadership over Cook County courts? 42nd Ward alderman, Brendan Reilly, announced his campaign to challenge Toni Preckwinkle for president of the Cook County Board. Prec…
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President Trump Says 'America Was Founded on Faith' -- Religious Liberty Commission
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13:28President Donald Trump spoke at the second Religious Liberty Commission hearing in Washington, D.C. The commissioners, including First Liberty President and CEO Kelly Shackelford, also heard from First Liberty clients who shared their stories.By First Liberty
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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 3: Katz – The Case That Changed Privacy Forever.
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13:57Think you know the story of Katz v. United States (1967)? Most people believe this landmark Supreme Court case gave everyone a guaranteed right to privacy—but that’s not the full truth. In this video, we break down the biggest myths and misunderstandings about Katz, from whether the Fourth Amendment protects all conversations, to what counts as a “…
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Judges, Law School and America | Leading the Way
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16:10We are witnessing the impact of the strong judicial appointments made during President Trump’s first term. First Liberty's precedent-setting Supreme Court wins for Coach Kennedy, Gerald Groff, school choice and the Bladensburg Peace Cross are a testimony to the importance of appointing originalist judges. Watch this conversation with Ilya Shapiro, …
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Chicago prepares for Trump intervening in Chicago to address crime. Is the Chicago Public Schools considering permanent remote learning? We also take a look at candidates for the 9th congressional district ...
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1:01:07In response to President Trump considering sending the National Guard to Chicago, Democratic lawmakers respond. We will discuss how Gov. Pritzker, Mayor Johnson and state Democratic leaders reacted. The CTU is up to no good again. The union is now floating the idea of remote learning in response to federal agents arriving in Chicago. Is remote lear…
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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 2: Gideon – Do You Really Get to Choose a Free Lawyer?
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10:46Think you know the story of Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)? Most people believe this landmark Supreme Court case guaranteed everyone a free lawyer—but that’s not the full truth. In this video, we break down the biggest myths and misunderstandings about Gideon, from whether lawyers are really “free,” to the limits of the right to counsel, to what happe…
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CPS passes budget, M3 Strategies poll on crime, mayoral field continues to develop, Trump weighs National Guard to Chicago
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1:01:42After a marathon meeting, the Board of Education passes a budget opposed by the CTU. With the passage of the budget, who were the winners and losers in the budget battle? M3 Strategies’ new poll reveals Chicago residents are opposed to the National Guard, but a majority of black and Hispanicresidents want federal agents conducting law-enforcement o…
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Leading the Way with Allie Beth Stuckey & Jonathan Skrmetti
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11:54Watch this message from Allie Beth Stuckey on how showing love through truth allows people of faith to bring clarity to difficult situations. Also hear an important message from Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti about a critical victory at the Supreme Court protecting children from gender transitioning surgeries, treatments and procedure…
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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 1: Think You Know Your Miranda Rights?
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11:14We’ve all heard it on TV: “You have the right to remain silent…” But most people misunderstand entirely what Miranda rights actually mean. In this video, I break down the Top Miranda Rights Myths that could cost you in the real world. 🚨 Learn the truth about: ~Do police always have to read Miranda at arrest? ~Does your case get thrown out if they d…
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Does Chicago need a Consent Decree for its justice system? Toni Preckwinkle’s reelection bid. Stacy Davis Gates lashes out at Governor J.B. Pritzker over school funding.
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53:21Paul Vallas is calling for a consent decree for the Cook County/City of Chicago justice system. Is this necessary? How could it work? What would Mayor Johnson do to prevent the Trump DOJ from imposing a consent decree on Chicago? Toni Preckwinkle is seeking reelection. At age 78, is she still a viable candidate to return to lead Cook County for a f…
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Can a Mental Health Diagnosis Years After a Crime Still Get You Out of Prison? Diversion PC 1001.36
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10:43In this video, we break down the California Court of Appeal’s August 2025 decision in People v. Harlow, a case that redefines how courts handle mental health diversion under Penal Code § 1001.36. 🔎 What you’ll learn in this video: ~The story behind People v. Harlow and why the trial court denied diversion ~How the 2022 amendment to Penal Code 1001.…
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Should Students See the 10 Commandments at School?
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19:25Do you agree every well-rounded student should at least know about America’s important founding documents? Starting this fall, Arkansas will require privately donated copies of the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms. We went to Arkansas to talk to state lawmakers and others about this new law.…
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CPS releases its budget; Cook County State’s Attorney declines to charge Chicago Police in Dexter Reed case.
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59:28The Chicago Public Schools submitted its budget. How did the CPS cover its massive budget shortfall? Is CPS’ fiscal dislocation a lost cause or can the schools recover? State’s Attorney Judge Eileen O’Neill Burke will not bring charges against four officers in the fatal shooting of armed motorist, Dexter Reed. What does this mean for officers invol…
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Can University of California Ban Undocumented Students From Campus Jobs? Discrimination or Adherence
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7:54The California Court of Appeal just delivered a major decision in Muñoz v. Regents (Aug. 5, 2025) — ruling that the University of California’s policy banning undocumented students without federal work permits from campus jobs violates California law. In this video, I break down: ~What this case is about ~Why UC’s “risk management” defense failed ~H…
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Circuit Festival Barcelona9th - 17th August, 2025By Matinée Group
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There’s nothing free about a free speech zone. Gabriel Olivier found that out the hard way. Gabriel, a strong believer in sharing his faith with others, routinely stood on a public sidewalk hoping to have peaceful conversations with others. But his city adopted an unconstitutional ordinance that prohibits religious speech on that public sidewalk. W…
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He Thought It Was His Cousin’s House. Was It Burglary? | People v. Hendrix (2022)
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9:59Can an honest—but unreasonable—mistake erase criminal intent? In People v. Hendrix (2022), the California Supreme Court tackled this exact question after a man was convicted of burglary for walking into a home he thought belonged to his cousin. ⚖️ This video breaks down the Supreme Court’s ruling that a mistake of fact doesn’t have to be reasonable…
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Watch Aaron Renn, author of “Life in a Negative World,” discuss the world we live in and how the young men of Gen Z are driving a resurgence of faith throughout our nation.By First Liberty
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Understanding the First Amendment in the Age of Rage
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17:11Jonathan Turley, one of the most respected constitutional scholars in the country, discusses the importance of our First Amendment rights and why it’s critically important to the future of our nation to make sure they are protected for future generations.By First Liberty
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Nina Flowers - Circuit Festival 2025
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1:01:01Circuit Festival Barcelona9th-17th August 2025By Matinée Group
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Fran Albuquerque - Circuit Festival 2025
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Expunged But Not Forgotten: How the Feds Use ‘Dismissed’ Charges Against You. Is PC 1203.4 worth it?
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10:49In this video, attorney Anton Vialtsin breaks down the Ninth Circuit’s 2025 ruling in United States v. Robert Louis Carver — a major case on how California expungements under Penal Code §1203.4 are treated in federal court. Spoiler: they still count! If you thought your old convictions were wiped clean, this case might change your mind. Learn what …
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Circuit Festival Barcelona9th-17th August, 2025By Matinée Group
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Celebrating 100 Years: The Bladensburg Peace Cross
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8:44This week, the Bladensburg Peace Cross celebrated its 100th Anniversary. We were there to pay our respects to the fallen 49 World War I service members, their mothers, The American Legion and all of those who fought to keep it standing. Watch highlights from the ceremony and a special interview with First Liberty’s Roger Byron on the importance of …
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Anne Louise - Circuit Festival 2025
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1:01:36Circuit Festival Barcelona9th-17th August, 2025By Matinée Group
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Domingo y Marcelo - Circuit Festival 2025
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1:00:41Circuit Festival Barcelona9th-17th August, 2025By Matinée Group
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Tom Homan claims ICE officers 'don't need probable cause' to 'briefly detain' people. Is that true?
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12:41🚨 USA v. Bejar-Guizar (2025) – Border Patrol Stop & 9th Circuit Immigration Ruling Explained 🚨 In this video, we break down the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decision in United States v. Bejar-Guizar, a key 2025 immigration case involving a border patrol stop near San Diego, California. The court upheld the legality of the stop based on reasonable s…
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Circuit Festival BarcelonaAugust 9th-17th, 2025By Matinée Group
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Circuit Festival Barcelona9th - 17th August 2025By Matinée Group
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Firearm Ban After Domestic Violence? 9th Circuit Shakes Up Federal Firearm Law! #2ndamendment
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8:30Can a misdemeanor conviction really strip you of your Second Amendment rights? In this video, we break down the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals' major decision in United States v. Michael Blake DeFrance (No. 23-2409), where the court reversed a federal conviction under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(9) — the law that prohibits firearm possession after a domestic …
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Circuit Festival Barcelona9th-17th August 2025By Matinée Group
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CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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Andrei Stan - Circuit Festival 2025
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1:01:39CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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Karsten Sollors - Circuit Festival 2025
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1:00:31CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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Can You Refuse to Talk, Cooperate, Open the Door to Police or ICE While on Parole or Probation?
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17:04The Fifth Amendment’s privilege against selfincrimination generally applies only to those who “claim it.” Saechao, 418 F.3d at 1077 (quotation omitted). However, this general rule does not apply when an individual is “denied the free choice to admit, to deny, or to refuse to answer.” Id. This can occur when the government creates a situation where …
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CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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Kelly Shackelford joins First Liberty Live’s Stuart Shepard to discuss key victories from the past year, including three potential Supreme Court cases and our best opportunities to expand religious freedom for the next generation. We need your help to position First Liberty for a strong rest of 2025. Join the fight for faith today and maximize your…
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Mod - Circuit Festival 2025 by Matinée GroupBy Matinée Group
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Mario Beckman - Circuit Festival 2025
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1:01:08CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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A Recap of the First Religious Liberty Commission Meeting
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24:55The President’s newly established Religious Liberty Commission met for the first time. As an appointed member of the Commission, I want to share with you what we discussed and what we hope to accomplish.By First Liberty
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CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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Amar Alemão - Circuit Festival 2025
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1:02:32CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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ICE’s “Knock and Arrest” Tactics Deemed Unconstitutional - Do NOT Enter Curtilage Without a Warrant
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12:43While “knock and talks”—as defined by the United States Supreme Court—are considered constitutional, “knock and talks”—as defined and executed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”)—are not. Considering the policies and practices governing how ICE conducts its “knock and talks,” the more accurate title for certain law enforcement opera…
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CIRCUIT FESTIVAL 2025Barcelona, Spain | 9th - 17th AugustBy Matinée Group
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