You Can’t Preach Jesus Here | Interview: Judge Rebecca Taibleson

You Can’t Preach Jesus Here | Interview: Judge Rebecca Taibleson

From Advisory Opinions by The Dispatch

March 24, 2026 · 1h 9m

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Judge Rebecca Taibleson discusses her journey to the federal bench alongside commentary on recent legal decisions.

Judge Rebecca Taibleson of the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals joins Sarah Isgur and David French for a conversation about her path to the federal bench. But first, the Supreme Court's unanimous Olivier v. City of Brandon decision on free speech zones, the viral Afroman jury verdict, and the Pentagon Press policy ruling.The Agenda:–Olivier v. City of Brandon, Mississippi–Afroman and the Streisand Effect–U.S. judge rules against Pentagon press restrictions–Cauliflower and Mark Twain–Interview with Judge Rebecca TaiblesonOrder Sarah’s book here.Advisory Opinions is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch’s offerings—including access to all of our articles, members-only newsletters, and bonus podcast episodes—click here. If you’d like to remove all ads from your podcast experience, consider becoming a premium Dispatch member by clicking here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hosts: Sarah Isgur, David French

Guest: Judge Rebecca Taibleson

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Organizations: 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, Supreme Court, City of Brandon, Pentagon, The Dispatch

Books & works: Olivier v. City of Brandon, Afroman, Mark Twain

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