Wonderscape
John Lewis: Journey as a Freedom Rider
This video chronicles John Lewis's early activism as a Freedom Rider, challenging segregated bus facilities in the southern United States. It details his participation in nonviolent protests, enduring brutal attacks, and his arrest and...
Wonderscape
The Fifth Amendment: Rights in Criminal Trials and Property Protection
Discover the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which provides crucial protections during criminal trials and safeguards individual property rights. Understand the concepts of grand jury indictment, double jeopardy,...
Wonderscape
The Third Amendment of the U.S. Constitution Explained
Discover the origins and significance of the Third Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which addresses the quartering of soldiers in private homes. Understand how this amendment was a reaction to the British Quartering Acts during the...
Wonderscape
Cherokee Resistance and Legal Battles Against Forced Removal
This video covers the Cherokee Nation's struggle against forced removal from their ancestral lands, including the legal battle of Worcester v. Georgia and the controversial Treaty of New Echota. It describes the defiance of the US...
Wonderscape
Rosa Parks: From Trial to Triumph in Civil Rights
This video outlines Rosa Parks' journey following her arrest, from the trial to her role in ending bus segregation. It details the strategic legal approach to appeal her case, her active participation in civil rights meetings, and the...
Financial Times
Abortion law: Roe vs Wade and the US constitution
Law and policy commentator David Allen Green looks at how the US Supreme Court introduced a constitutional right to an abortion with Roe vs Wade and then removed that constitutional right with Dobbs.
Mr. Beat
The First Supreme Court Case That Mattered | Chisholm v. Georgia
In episode 73 of Supreme Court Briefs, the Georgia government borrows money from a dude and never pays it back, which is kind of messed up. What results ultimately leads to the passing of the 11th Amendment and the first major Supreme...
Mr. Beat
How a Prank Call Led to Kids Having Rights | In re Gault
In episode 74 of Supreme Court Briefs, two teenage boys get arrested for being obscene to a woman in an apparent prank telephone call. #supremecourtcases #supremecourtbriefs #supremecourt In re Gault was a huge case because it expanded...
Mr. Beat
The Gay Wedding Cake Case | Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission
In episode 75 of Supreme Court Briefs, a baker refuses to make a wedding cake for a gay couple, which leads to a big national debate between religious freedom and civil rights. #supremecourtcases #supremecourtbriefs #supremecourt...
Mr. Beat
Did the United States Give Away Half of Oklahoma? | McGirt v. Oklahoma
Well, kind of. In episode 76 of Supreme Court Briefs, a pedophile and a murderer unwittingly cause Native Americans to gain more rights.
Weird History
The Rivalry Between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton
The first—and perhaps the most important—political rivalry in U.S. history was between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson. The two Founding Fathers clashed over political differences, each trying to sway President George Washington...
Curated Video
Separation of Powers
The U.S. federal government consists of three branches: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial. Each one has a distinct role, ensuring a balance of power that protects the institution.
Curated Video
Rule of Law
U.S. Citizens are required to follow the rule of law, a practice that was tested by former president Richard Nixon.
Curated Video
Injustice: Roger Taney
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Roger Taney's unjust majority opinion in Dred Scott v. Sandford shockingly declared Black individuals weren't citizens, solidifying slavery's grip and pushing the nation closer to Civil War.
PBS
Why Are There 12 People on a Jury?
When picturing a jury, you probably imagine 12 people - no more, no less. But did you know there is no hard and fast rule about how many members are required on a jury? Today, Danielle looks at the differences between petit and grand...
PBS
The Homophobic Origins of U.S. Law
Laws are intended to maintain order and promote justice, but what happens when those laws promote and spread discrimination and bigotry? Today Danielle analyzes the homophobic history of US law, tracing its origins in colonialism all the...
All Ears English
2061 - Justify Your English with Today's Famous Sayings
Do you sometimes end up in English conversations about the topic of justice/ Today get 3 common sayings that you can use to further the conversation and connect around what justice means.
All Ears English
1967 - Fairness in America Myth or Reality?
What do most supreme court justices have in common? They followed the exact same ivy league path. Americans like to think of our country as a meritocracy but is it really, especially when it comes to education? Find out to start a robust...
Curated Video
U.S. Constitution: Article Three
"U.S. Constitution: Article Three" explains the responsibilities of the judicial branch by analyzing Article III of the U.S. Constitution.
Curated Video
Article Three: Structure of Powers of Judicial Branch 2
Article Three: Structure of Powers of Judicial Branch explains the responsibilities of the judicial branch by analyzing Article III of the Constitution.
Mr. Beat
When Abortion Became Legal | Roe v. Wade
In the first episode of Supreme Court Briefs, Mr. Beat explains one of the most controversial cases in American history- Roe v. Wade. A young woman named Norma McCorvey was single, pregnant, and scared about her future. She wanted an...
Mr. Beat
Is the Death Penalty Illegal?!? | Gregg v. Georgia
In episode 62 of Supreme Court Briefs, the Supreme Court determines the death penalty is unconstitutional, but then later says it actually kind of is.
Mr. Beat
Bong Hits 4 Jesus? | Morse v. Frederick
In the fourth episode of Supreme Court Briefs, Mr. Beat goes back to 2002 to look at darn high schoolers causing mischief with a banner about marijuana. Is it their First Amendment right or are they disrupting school? Joseph Frederick, a...
Mr. Beat
When Does Speech Incite Violence? | Brandenburg v. Ohio
In episode 17 of Supreme Court Briefs, a KKK leader gets his hate rally on TV, and then promptly gets arrested. Wait a second, what about freedom of speech?