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THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO)

The Northern Podcast Studio, founded and curated by the talented NasModise, is a dynamic and inclusive hub for podcasters in the northern region. This state-of-the-art studio boasts top-notch equipment and professional recording spaces, ensuring the highest quality audio for every project. Nas Modise"s passion for amplifying diverse voices and sparking meaningful conversations is at the heart of this studio, making it a go-to destination for both seasoned podcasters and newcomers alike. With Nas

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70:13

Introducing Runaway Country: Justice Has Left the...

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/12/29

Alex digs into the destruction of due process and rule of law under the Trump administration. First, she hears from Judge Anam Petit, a recently fired immigration judge who explains how the legal system is being quietly dismantled to prioritize deportations. Then, Alex speaks to Andrew Weissmann, former lead prosecutor in Robert Mueller’s Special Counsel’s Office, about whether our system is forever changed, and what it’s like to be in President Trump’s crosshairs. Get tickets for STRICT SCRUTINY

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77:15

Our Favorite Things, 2025

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/12/22

It’s that time of year when Leah, Melissa, and Kate put on their influencer hats and recommend the things that made their days a little brighter in 2025. This year, they’re joined by two special guests: rockstar Strict Scrutiny intern Jordan Thomas to share some of his picks, and former Chair of the Federal Election Commission Ellen Weintraub to discuss two of democracy’s favorite things—independent agencies and the regulation of money in politics. Favorite things: - WANT - Leah:

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85:08

SCOTUS Is About to Turbocharge Presidential Power

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/12/15

Leah, Kate, and Melissa recap the oral argument in Trump v. Slaughter, a case that could nuke the administrative state as we know it by giving Trump broad leeway to fire heads of independent agencies. They also cover the other arguments in cases involving campaign finance and the death penalty, and various and sundry bits of legal news including the antics of Judge Emil Bove and Trump’s ongoing game of U.S. attorney musical chairs.Favorite things:Leah: At will? Whose will? By Don Moynihan (Can We

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72:51

December Preview: SCOTUS Doubles Down on Its BS

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/12/01

Kate, Leah, and Melissa kick off the show by speaking with New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin about First Choice Women’s Resource Centers v. Platkin, whose wonky exterior masks an under-the-radar abortion case. Then they preview the rest of December’s oral arguments, which include cases about the future of the administrative state as we know it, campaign finance, and judicial review of asylum cases. Finally, some legal news, including the dismissal of the James Comey and Letitia James

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79:16

The Agonies of Brett Kavanaugh

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/11/17

Kate and Leah run through the latest legal news, including updates on the SNAP benefits case, the email dump that revealed Jeffrey Epstein's deep ties to the establishment, and the political persecution of Representative LaMonica McIver. Then they catch up on the past couple weeks of oral arguments at the Supreme Court, which featured bad signs for a prisoner seeking damages after a flagrant violation of his religious rights, some relaxing detours into civil procedure, and Brett Kavanaugh’s deeply

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3:16

Digital Slaves

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/11/16

In a world where freedom is promised but algorithms hold the chains, Nas Modise unpacks how society has entered a new era of silent slavery—digital slavery. This episode exposes how we are tracked, watched, influenced, and controlled by devices we can’t put down and platforms we depend on. From the data we give away for free, to the manipulation of trends, to the digital prisons created by likes, follows, and online validation, nothing is the same anymore. We explore how people became products, how

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108:35

Will the Voting Rights Act Survive SCOTUS?

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/10/20

Leah, Kate, and Melissa break down last week’s agonizing two-and-a-half-hour oral argument in Louisiana v. Callais, a case that could see the already weakened Voting Rights Act gutted even further. They highlight the themes that emerged and dig into the case’s broader context with Sam Spital, Associate Director-Counsel at the Legal Defense Fund, then recap the week’s other arguments and the latest legal news. Finally, Leah talks with Joyce Vance about her new book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable: A

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106:39

Looking for Bright Spots in the Courts

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/09/22

Leah is joined by guest co-host Skye Perryman, president & CEO of Democracy Forward, to discuss the week’s news, including the continued pushback on the shadow docket from the lower courts and Trump’s boundless abuse of Article II. Then Kate, Melissa, and Leah — along with special guest Sherrilyn Ifill — take a look at the impact of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, three years into her time on the Supreme Court.Favorite things:Skye: Sierra FerrellLeah: The Summer I Turned Pretty (Amazon); Charlie

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102:16

How SCOTUS is Making Project 2025 a Reality

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/09/15

Our fearless hosts continue to slog through this sh*tty shadow docket summer, covering an order from the Court okaying racial profiling by ICE officers, some ominous administrative stays, Amy Coney Barrett’s ongoing press tour through right wing media, and the lower courts’ continuing frustrations with this Supreme Court. Then, Leah and Kate speak with special guest Symone Sanders Townsend, co-host of MSNBC’s The Weeknight, about how the Supreme Court is carrying out key parts of Project 2025, and

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103:37

The Lower Courts Punch Up

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/09/08

Kate, Leah, and Melissa break down how the lower courts are challenging the Trump administration and expressing their frustration with SCOTUS. Then, they check in with two members of the supermajority: Brett Kavanaugh, who’s touting a shiny new shadow docket rebrand, and Amy Coney Barrett as she commences her cursèd book tour. Finally, the hosts speak with Yale Law professor Justin Driver about his book, The Fall of Affirmative Action: Race, the Supreme Court, and the Future of Higher

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18:27

The Hidden Strings of Manipulation

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/08/29

In this episode, host Nas Modise dives deep into the art of manipulation—how people twist words, use emotions, and play mind games to control others. From the workplace to friendships, manipulation hides in plain sight, creating conflict, confusion, and distrust. We expose the tactics manipulators use, why they target certain people, and how to break free from their invisible strings. This is not just talk—it’s awareness, protection, and empowerment.

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18:05

The Art of Manipulation: When Smiles Hide Intentions

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/08/18

In this episode, we peel back the layers of deception to expose how manipulation works in everyday life. From fake friendships to hidden agendas, we uncover the tactics people use to control, deceive, and gain power over others. Sometimes the ones who laugh with you are the same ones who plot against you. Join us as we explore the signs of manipulation, the damage it causes, and how to protect yourself from those who wear masks of loyalty but move with intentions of betrayal.

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111:57

The Dubious Legality of Trump's DC Takeover

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/08/18

Kate and Leah recap the week's legal news, including argument calendars for the next SCOTUS term and President Trump's attempted federal takeover of Washington, DC. Then, it's our third annual State of The Uterus episode. Melissa and Leah talk with Alexis McGill Johnson, president and CEO of the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and Lisa Beattie Frelinghuysen, founder of ClutchKit, about the current status of reproductive freedom three years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade

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15:53

Unmasking the Shadows

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/08/10

In this episode, we step into the places they’d rather keep hidden. We strip away the lies, uncover buried truths, and reveal the fears they thought would never see the light. This is more than a story—it’s a reckoning.

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8:19

Toxic workplace - The Silent war

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/07/29

In this eye-opening episode, Nas Modise takes the mask off the modern-day battlefield we call “work.” Behind the uniform, beyond the job titles, lies a hidden war — one fought with favoritism, mental exhaustion, silence, and control. This is not just a workplace. It’s a system designed to break your spirit while smiling in your face. From overlooked talent to emotional manipulation, we expose how toxic environments drain workers, kill ambition, and use fear to silence truth. Nas speaks for the

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95:00

Can Trump Sue His Way Out of the Epstein Mess?

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/07/28

Kate and Leah break down the week’s legal happenings, including Trump’s flailing efforts to manage the Epstein fallout, the latest abomination from the shadow docket, and the legal quagmire surrounding Trump lackey Alina Habba’s appointment as U.S. Attorney for New Jersey. Then, they speak with law professors—and former clerks for David Souter—Allison Orr Larsen and Erin Delaney about the late justice’s legacy.Hosts’ and guests’ favorite things:Kate: The Power Broker, Robert Caro; Will to Resist:

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6:39

The Eternal Question

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/07/21

In this deeply reflective episode of The Northern Podcast Studio, we explore powerful topics shaping spiritual and physical journeys today. 🕊️The Eternal Question – Missing Link Between Heaven and Earth We dive into questions many are too afraid to ask – what connects us to the divine? Is there a missing link between Heaven and Earth? Modise Patrick Khoposha shares insights from his research and personal revelations on lost books, hidden teachings, and the truths humanity ignores about creation,

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12:08

Name change and authorship of the religion

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/07/21

In this special episode, we unpack why Nas Modise Podcast has officially rebranded to The Northern Podcast Studio. The founder, Modise Patrick Khoposha, explains that the new name reflects growth from a personal journey into a community platform where stories, truths, and powerful conversations from the North and beyond are told without limits. We also dive into the process behind our recent series on religion and politics, discussing who wrote the thought-provoking episode titles that challenged

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90:29

SCOTUS Enables Government Destruction

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/07/21

Melissa and Kate run through the latest legal news, including the Court greenlighting the dismantling of the Department of Education. Then, they speak with NYU law professor Rachel Barkow about her book, Justice Abandoned: How the Supreme Court Ignored the Constitution and Enabled Mass Incarceration. Hosts’ favorite things:Kate: Legalistic Noncompliance, Leah Litman and Dan Deacon (University of Michigan); Trump’s Plans to Put Emil Bove on the Supreme Court, Jeffrey Toobin (NYT); Bonus 167: The Case

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14:34

Street talk

THE NORTHERN PODCAST (NAS STUDIO) ·

2025/07/20

Welcome to The NorthernPodcastStudio, the street talk podcast where we unpack those real moments that hit you deep. From waking up with no hope to suddenly getting a call that changes everything, from watching politics play people to seeing a hungry child smile over a piece of bread – we talk about it all. This is the place where street wisdom meets life’s raw truth. Every episode brings you stories, questions, and thoughts that people carry in their hearts but never say out loud.

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