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The Oath and The Office

Corey Brettschneider, John Fugelsang

Booking Overview

This is a weekly political analysis show focused on constitutional law, presidential power, democracy, and threats to the rule of law, combining host-led news analysis with interviews featuring prominent political, legal, and democracy-focused figures. Credible pitches would include constitutional scholars, former prosecutors and government officials, elected leaders, democracy advocates, and authors with timely expertise; booking is likely high difficulty because recent guests include former governors, a member of Congress, a former U.S. attorney, and the president of a major legal advocacy organization.

Metrics

Episodes: 90

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

corey_brettschneider@brown.edu

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Host

Corey Brettschneider - Political science professor and constitutional scholar focused on democracy, presidential power, and constitutional law.

John Fugelsang - Comedian and political commentator known for sharp, progressive political analysis and civic commentary.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Prominent elected officials, former government and law-enforcement leaders, constitutional or legal experts, democracy-advocacy executives, and authors with substantial expertise on current threats to democratic institutions.
Required Achievements:  
Held elected or senior government office, Led a major legal, civic, or democracy-focused organization, Published a substantive book on politics, law, or democratic institutions, Built a recognized career in constitutional law, prosecution, or political analysis

Recent Guest Discussions

Phil Bredesen - Political Division, Democratic Principles, Bipartisan Cooperation, And The Limits Of Compromise.

Bill Haslam - Political Division, Democratic Principles, Bipartisan Cooperation, And The Limits Of Compromise.

Skye Perryman - Mail-in Voting Restrictions, Election Law, Presidential Power, Legal Challenges, And Democratic Accountability.

Barbara McQuade - Abuse Of Presidential Power, Corruption, Voting Rights, Prosecutorial Barriers, And Threats To The Rule Of Law.

Jared Huffman - Christian Nationalism, January 6, Religious Nationalism, Political Power, And Theocratic Movements.

Recent Topics

Politics, Constitutional Law, Democracy, Supreme Court, Christian Nationalism

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Oath and The Office
:

Impeach Trump? Rep. Al Green Makes the Case

October 15, 2026

Congress has the power to impeach Trump. Will it use it?John Fugelsang and Corey Brettschneider discuss the attack on Ilhan Omar, calls to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Elon Musk’s DOGE assault on USAID and Congress’s constitutional powers. Why should accountability stop with the president’s subordinates?Then Congressman Al Green joins the show to make his case for impeaching Trump. From Nixon to Trump, we examine Congress’s responsibility to confront presidential abuses—and the...

Jack Smith Fights Back—and Why the Midterms Matter (with Rep. Ted Lieu)

October 08, 2026

Jack Smith turns the tables on his congressional questioners and doubles down on why he indicted Donald Trump. Corey Brettschneider and John Fugelsang break down the fiery hearing, the threats of prosecution against Smith, and what this battle over accountability reveals about the upcoming midterms. Plus: Can Democrats win in red states, and what would taking back Congress actually accomplish?Then, Congressman Ted Lieu joins Corey to discuss his proposed AI “kill switch” legislation, the dang...

Deported to Torture? The Supreme Court Greenlights Trump

October 01, 2026

What if the government sends you to a country you've never known—where you fear persecution or torture—and you never get a real chance to challenge it?The Supreme Court has allowed Trump's third-country deportations to continue while the case is pending. Corey Brettschneider and John Fugelsang examine the human stakes, and what it means when the government acts first and the courts decide later.Also this week: taxpayer-funded ads pushing Trump's political message, the fight over a federal vot...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The Oath and The Office?

The Oath and The Office is hosted by Corey Brettschneider and John Fugelsang. Its publicly listed email is corey_brettschneider@brown.edu. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Oath and The Office?

The publicly listed email for The Oath and The Office: corey_brettschneider@brown.edu.

How many listeners does The Oath and The Office have?

Podseeker estimates The Oath and The Office reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Oath and The Office?

The Oath and The Office typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Prominent elected officials, former government and law-enforcement leaders, constitutional or legal experts, democracy-advocacy executives, and authors with substantial expertise on current threats to democratic institutions. Common among recent guests: Held elected or senior government office; Led a major legal, civic, or democracy-focused organization; Published a substantive book on politics, law, or democratic institutions. Recent guests include Phil Bredesen, Bill Haslam, and Skye Perryman.

How hard is it to get booked on The Oath and The Office?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does The Oath and The Office cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Constitutional Law, Democracy, Supreme Court, and Christian Nationalism. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

corey_brettschneider@brown.edu

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