Hustling Backwards
Every so often, we stumble upon a word that aligns seamlessly with current events. Today's vocabulary spotlight features doughty and slew as we recount the case of Christa Gail Pike following her recently botched ex*cution. Dr. Lisa and Dr. Shaunna will wrestle with broader questions regarding capital punishment in the U.S., including, what comes next in Pike's legal process, the emotional complexities experienced by co-victims, and religious/ethical debates regarding the de@th penalty.
Next, we encourage everyone to bookmark the SCOTUS docket. More than 60 cases are on the docket that will shape national policy on climate change, immigration, voting rights, f*rearms regulations, religious liberty, and parental rights. The October 2026 term is yet another of the Court's most consequential terms in recent years.
What do you think about the future of the d3ath penalty, and which Supreme Court case are you watching most closely this term? Share your thoughts and join the conversation.
Mentioned in the podcast
What’s next for Christa Pike after failed execution – WVLT8 (TN local news)
Facts About the Death Penalty — Do All Victims’ Family Members Support the Death Penalty? - Death Penalty Information Center
Court grants three cases as new term is set to begin – SCOTUS Blog
Opening the book on the October Term 2026 – SCOTUS Blog
Supreme Court gears up for new term with major cases on climate change, immigration and guns – CBS News
Docket Search - Supreme Court of the United States
