# Constitutional Chisme: Liebeck v. McDonald’s

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Podcast: [Legally Ponzaneli](https://stenobird.com/podcast/legally-ponzaneli-7758293)
Published: 2026-04-15T10:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re likely going to hear about in law school. Each episode also drops a few easter eggs hinting at what case we’re covering next, so stay sharp. This week, we’re getting into the infamous McDonald’s hot coffee case! What actually happened to Stella Liebeck and why this case is so often misunderstood in conversations about “frivolous lawsuits.” Tap the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli

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