Reviving the Rule of Law in Afghanistan

The Farewell Address of Anshumi Jhaveri

As the sun sets on a historic year for the Journal, Anshumi Jhaveri's tenure as Editor-in-Chief and time as a student at the University of Texas comes to a close as well. Sitting down with Co-Podcast Manager Varun Manickam for his last episode as head of the podcast branch, she reflects on the year, what she sees for the Journal in coming years, the qualities one should cultivate to lead an organization like TULJ effectively, and a final tribute to one of the organizations that most deeply affected her life on the Forty Acres.

Reviving the Rule of Law in Afghanistan

What does it take to rebuild the rule of law in a war zone and what happens when it all falls apart overnight? In this episode of Law Law Land, Judge Mark Atkinson sits down with host Emme Hocker to take us inside his international judicial training missions, with a focus on his two weeks on the ground in Kabul, Afghanistan, working alongside the Afghan Supreme Court. This is one conversation you won’t want to miss.

Harry Potter and the Lack of Due Process

Eleanor Chou and Jiya Ghosh: From Azkaban detentions to the Ministry of Magic trials, this episode breaks down how the Wizarding World’s legal system fails to meet basic due process standards. A fun but serious look at the importance of legal safeguards, through the lens of fantasy.

Off Limits: Getting Access to the Witnesses of the U.S Justice System

This episode of Law Law Land features Kira Small, a Managing Editor here at TULJ, podcast host Bhavik Menon. Kira Small walks us through the shades of grey that veil press from talking with the prisoners who live the realities of the system every day.

The Art of Plaintiff Law with Bill Reid

This episode of Law Law Land features Bill Reid, one of the nation’s foremost plaintiff litigators, alongside podcast host Varun Manickam, diving deep into the realities of the field. Reid covers his extensive experience and the lessons he’s learned the hard way. Reid also discusses his book, Fighting Bullies: The Case for a Career in Plaintiffs’ Law, where he reflects on the mistakes that shaped his career and the insights every aspiring litigator needs to hear. Listen to an honest, behind-the-scenes look at the intricacies of plaintiff law!