WilmerHale Podcast In the Public Interest RSS Feed

One Year into a New FTC: Enforcement Trends and Practical Takeaways

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:30:00 Z

Co-host Jekkie Kim speaks with WilmerHale Partner Susan Musser about her time at the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission and the differing approaches both agencies have to handling antitrust enforcement matters in this episode of In the Public Interest.

Leaders in Law: Life Sciences and Technology Transactions with Jekkie Kim

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:00 Z

The season six premiere of In the Public Interest features an introductory conversation with new co-host Jekkie Kim, a corporate partner who focuses on life sciences technology and transactions and works closely with innovative companies throughout their life cycles.

In the Public Interest LIVE: Beyond the Summer Associate Experience

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:00:00 Z

In the season five finale of In the Public Interest, host Felicia Ellsworth is joined in a live conversation with Eric Lesser and Cheryl Bratt to discuss how summer associate positions can be crucial in helping law students formulate their post-law school career paths.

Leaders in Law: Crisis Management with Siddharth Velamoor

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:00:00 Z

In this episode of In the Public Interest, podcast co-host Felicia Ellsworth speaks with WilmerHale Partner Siddharth Velamoor, a seasoned trial lawyer and crisis manager.

In That Case: Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County, Colorado

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:00:00 Z

In the Public Interest is excited to conclude its third annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court, with the final episode featuring guest host Daniel Volchok discussing Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County, Colorado with Partner Tommy Beaudreau.

In That Case: CC/Devas (Mauritius) Ltd. v. Antrix Corp. Ltd.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:00:00 Z

In the Public Interest is excited to continue its third annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court, with this episode featuring guest host Daniel Volchok discussing CC/Devas (Mauritius) Ltd. v. Antrix Corp. Ltd. with Partner David Bowker.

In That Case: United States v. Skrmetti

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:00:00 Z

In the Public Interest is excited to continue its third annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court, with this episode featuring host Felicia Ellsworth discussing United States v. Skrmetti with Partner Andrew Rhys Davies and Senior Attorney at the ACLU Josh Block.

In That Case: Kousisis v. United States and Thompson v. United States

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:00:00 Z

In the Public Interest is excited to continue In That Case as guest host Tom Saunders speaks with Amanda Masselam Strachan about two fraud cases that were decided this term.

In That Case: Glossip v. Oklahoma

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:30:00 Z

In the Public Interest is excited to continue its third annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court, with this episode featuring host Felicia Ellsworth discussing Glossip v. Oklahoma with Partner Seth Waxman and Counsel Zaki Anwar.

In That Case: Mahmoud v. Taylor

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 11:00:00 Z

In the Public Interest is excited to present its third annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court, beginning with host Felicia Ellsworth and Counsel Joey Meyer discussing Mahmoud v. Taylor.

AI & Employee Surveillance: A New World for the Workplace

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:00:00 Z

This episode of In the Public Interest features a conversation with co-host Felicia Ellsworth and Partner Laura Schneider about AI, the workplace and the new world of employee surveillance.

Deals and Disruption: The 2025 M&A Forecast

Tue, 27 May 2025 14:00:00 Z

This episode of In the Public Interest features a conversation with co-host Michael Dawson and Partner Keith Trammell surrounding expectations for the future of M&A deals under the current administration.

Crypto Currently: The Road Ahead for Cryptocurrency Regulation and Enforcement

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:00:00 Z

This episode of In the Public Interest features a timely conversation with co-host Michael Dawson and WilmerHale Special Counsel David Tutor about the current state of the cryptocurrency landscape given the new presidential administration's approach to crypto regulation and enforcement.

In the Public Interest LIVE: Exploring the WilmerHale Summer Associate Program

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 14:54:00 Z

In the first-ever live recording of In the Public Interest, co-hosts Felicia Ellsworth and Michael Dawson are joined by Partners Tiffany J. Smith, Nana Wilberforce and Drew Dulberg to offer an inside look into what a summer at the firm is like for those in the firm’s summer associate program.

The First 100 Days: What’s on the Horizon from the Second Trump Administration

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 13:34:00 Z

In the season five premiere of In the Public Interest, co-host Felicia Ellsworth discusses President Trump's second non-consecutive term, his administration's priorities, and the political landscape with WilmerHale's Alyssa DaCunha, Rob Lehman and Jonathan Yarowsky.

Leaders in Law: Tommy Beaudreau on Natural Resources and Tribal Lands

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:53:00 Z

WilmerHale Partner and former Deputy Secretary of the Interior Tommy Beaudreau joins co-host Felicia Ellsworth as the featured guest in the season four finale of In the Public Interest.

Leaders in Law: The State of International Trade with Neena Shenai

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 11:41:00 Z

In this episode of In the Public Interest, podcast co-host Felicia Ellsworth speaks with WilmerHale Partner Neena Shenai, a leading economic sanctions and export controls attorney.

In That Case: United States v. Rahimi

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 13:27:00 Z

In this episode, co-host Felicia Ellsworth and Counsel Ryan Chabot discuss United States v. Rahimi, a recent decision that concerns the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. § 922(g), a statute which prohibits individuals who are subject to domestic violence restraining orders from possessing firearms.

In That Case: Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 13:00:00 Z

In this episode, co-host Michael Dawson and Partner Kelly Dunbar discuss Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the recent decision that overturned Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council.

In That Case: Department of State v. Muñoz

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 12:35:00 Z

In this episode of In the Public Interest, co-host Felicia Ellsworth is joined by WilmerHale Partner Lee Greenfield to discuss the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Department of State v. Muñoz.

In That Case: Securities and Exchange Commission v. Jarkesy

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 14:03:00 Z

In this episode, co-host Michael Dawson is joined by Noah Rosenblum, an assistant professor of law at NYU and former WilmerHale summer associate, to discuss the Supreme Court’s decision in Securities and Exchange Commission v. Jarkesy.

In That Case: Alexander v. South Carolina State Conference of the NAACP

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:45:00 Z

In the Public Interest is excited to continue its second annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court. Co-host Felicia Ellsworth is joined by Adriel Cepeda Derieux from the ACLU’s Voting Rights Project to discuss Alexander v. South Carolina State Conference of the NAACP.

In That Case: Cantero v. Bank of America

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:51:00 Z

In the Public Interest is excited to present its second annual miniseries examining notable decisions recently issued by the US Supreme Court.

The AI Shakeup: New Tech Innovations and the Future of Corporate Law

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 12:31:00 Z

In this episode of In the Public Interest, podcast co-host Michael Dawson sits down with WilmerHale Partner Ariel Soiffer to discuss the current artificial intelligence (AI) landscape. Ariel shares his perspective after working for over 20 years in AI-related fields and advising clients on technology-related transactions.

Righting a Wrong: Putting an End to a Discriminatory Hair Test

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 11:29:00 Z

In this episode of In the Public Interest, podcast co-host Felicia Ellsworth sits down with WilmerHale Partner Lisa Pirozzolo to discuss a pro bono matter in which the City of Boston agreed to pay $2.6 million to settle a longstanding federal discrimination lawsuit.

Leaders in Law: Ambassador Robert Kimmitt

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:54:00 Z

Senior International Counsel Ambassador Robert Kimmitt joins In the Public Interest host Felicia Ellsworth to talk about his storied career in public service.

Leaders in Law: Brendan McGuire

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:45:00 Z

In this episode of In the Public Interest, host Felicia Ellsworth interviews Brendan McGuire, who recently rejoined WilmerHale after serving as chief counsel to New York City Mayor Eric Adams and City Hall.

Season Three Wrap-Up

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 17:06:00 Z

As season three comes to an end, join co-hosts Felicia Ellsworth and John Walsh as they chat about this season’s episodes and look back on notable moments from season three.

Breaking (Down) the Debt Ceiling

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 18:33:00 Z

In an interview recorded shortly after Congress reached a deal to suspend the debt ceiling, co-host John Walsh speaks with Senior Counsel Eric Lesser about the circumstances and details of the 2023 debt ceiling standoff.

Supreme Court Miniseries: Drawing the Line on the Independent State Legislature Theory

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 14:13:00 Z

WilmerHale Partner Seth Waxman joins co-host Felicia Ellsworth to explore the Supreme Court's decision in Moore v. Harper, a case involving control over electoral redistricting by state legislatures.

Supreme Court Miniseries: Religious Accommodation at Work

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:52:00 Z

Co-host Felicia Ellsworth and Partner Matthew Martens examine the Supreme Court's decision in Groff v. DeJoy, a case centered around a postal worker who sought a religious accommodation from his employer to not work on Sundays in observance of the Sabbath.

Supreme Court Miniseries: The 303 Creative Case and First Amendment Challenges to Civil Rights Laws

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 14:13:00 Z

Co-host John Walsh explores the Supreme Court's decision in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis with Eric Olson, former Solicitor General of the state of Colorado, who argued the case in front of the Court.

Supreme Court Miniseries: Tribal Rights in the 21st Century

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 13:59:00 Z

Partner Daniel Volchok and co-host Felicia Ellsworth discuss the Supreme Court’s decision in Haaland v. Brackeen, a case concerning preferences for tribal families in the adoption of Native American children.

Supreme Court Miniseries: Zero Spoof Whiskey

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:21:00 Z

WilmerHale Partner Thomas Saunders joins co-host Felicia Ellsworth to discuss the Supreme Court's decision in Jack Daniel's Properties, Inc. v. VIP Products LLC, a hotly debated case involving trademark law and freedom of expression centered around two items seldom appearing in the same sentence: dog toys and whiskey.

Climate-Proofing Our Infrastructure: Building Climate Resilience with the Army Corps of Engineers

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 17:37:00 Z

Co-host John Walsh welcomes Michael Connor, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works and former partner in WilmerHale’s Denver office, to discuss how the Army Corps of Engineers’ Civil Works program is working to build “climate resilience” into the next generation of American infrastructure.

Leaders in Law: Preet Bharara

Wed, 03 May 2023 15:06:00 Z

Partner Preet Bharara sits down with In the Public Interest co-host John Walsh to share about his journey to becoming a leader in the legal profession and the experiences that shaped his unique and storied career.

A Ukrainian Perspective on Russia-Related Sanctions

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:29:00 Z

Co-host Felicia Ellsworth is joined by Counsel Georgia Tzifa and Mariia Shulha, a Ukraine-trained lawyer at WilmerHale to discuss the implications of sanctions activity related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Justice Overdue: Reinvestigating the Murder of Malcolm X

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:45:00 Z

In this episode, In the Public Interest co-host John Walsh invites WilmerHale Partner April Williams to share the story of her involvement in The Innocence Project’s efforts to exonerate two men convicted of Malcolm X's murder.

Reproductive Rights in the Post-Dobbs Era

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:34:00 Z

In this follow-up episode, In the Public Interest welcomes back Partner Kimberly Parker and Helene Krasnoff, along with Dr. Kristina Tocce from Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains, to revisit the status of reproductive rights in the US, post-Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.

A Very Merry Trademark Battle

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 15:11:00 Z

In this episode, co-host and Partner Felicia Ellsworth is joined by Elizabeth Chan, along with fellow Partner Louis Tompros and former Associate Hailey Cherepon to discuss their experience working with Chan on her successful opposition to Carey’s attempted trademark registration.

Season Three Trailer

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 19:02:00 Z

We’re pleased to announce that the firm’s podcast, In the Public Interest, will return for a third season! Tune in to hear a preview of what to expect this season from our hosts, WilmerHale Partners John Walsh and Felicia Ellsworth.

Season Two Wrap-Up

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 18:07:00 Z

As season two comes to a close, join Partners John Walsh and Felicia Ellsworth as they share their thoughts on episode highlights and reminisce about memorable moments from this season.

Shoulder by Shoulder

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 21:03:00 Z

In this episode, co-host and Partner John Walsh is joined by Senior Associate Alexandra Stanley to hear from Mr. Ahmed, an Afghan refugee who fled Afghanistan after the Taliban takeover.

All About Web3: The Regulatory Outlook for Cryptocurrency

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:00:00 Z

In this episode of In the Public Interest, co-host and Partner John Walsh is joined by fellow Partners Tiffany Smith and Zachary Goldman to explore the world of Web3 with Jai Ramaswamy.

Where Do We Stand on COVID-19? A Conversation with Andy Slavitt

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 13:10:00 Z

In this episode, co-host and Partner Felicia Ellsworth is joined by fellow Partner Thomas Strickland to discuss the current landscape of COVID-19 with one of the nation’s leading authorities on the pandemic, Andy Slavitt.

Supporting Our Veterans

Mon, 30 May 2022 11:45:00 Z

In honor of those who serve our country, WilmerHale’s In the Public Interest podcast is proud to highlight our nation’s veterans and the work being done by the National Veterans Legal Services Program.

Environmental Defender Romina Picolotti on Climate Justice and Human Rights

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:01:00 Z

In the Public Interest welcomes renowned environmental activist and former Argentine Secretary of the Environment and Sustainable Development, Romina Picolotti, who speaks with WilmerHale Senior Associate Kelsey Quigley and Counsel Jessica Lutkenhaus.

Reproductive Rights at a Crossroads

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 13:31:00 Z

In this episode, In the Public Interest welcomes Partner Kim Parker, who speaks with Helene Krasnoff, the vice president of Public Policy Litigation & Law at Planned Parenthood, and Dr. Amna Dermish from Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas.

Leaders in Law: Rachel Brand

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:59:00 Z

WilmerHale’s podcast, In the Public Interest, welcomes Partner Alyssa DaCunha, who speaks with Walmart’s Executive Vice President of Global Governance, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary Rachel Brand.

Season Two Trailer

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 14:30:00 Z

Announcing Season 2 of In the Public Interest, a podcast from WilmerHale! Tune in for an update on our hosts and a preview of what to expect this season.