More Perfect – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise
More Perfect
podcast2016History, Society & Culture
91%
WISE Score
Radiolab for the Supreme Court. It turns dry legal jargon into high-stakes human drama that’ll actually make you care about the Constitution.
More Perfect
podcast
Clean, 2016, History, Society & Culture
91%
WISE Score
Radiolab for the Supreme Court. It turns dry legal jargon into high-stakes human drama that’ll actually make you care about the Constitution.
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Screenwise Verdict
This isn't your 8th-grade social studies textbook. It's a masterclass in storytelling that makes the most powerful court in the world feel human, flawed, and fascinating.
It’s one of those rare pieces of media that actually makes you feel smarter after listening. If you've got a long car ride with a teenager who thinks history is boring, put this on and watch them get sucked into the drama. It’s essential listening for anyone who wants to understand how the US actually functions.
Age Fit
Best for the 12+ crowd. If they’re in a civics class or just like a good argument, this is their jam. Younger kids will probably tune out the legal talk within five minutes.
WISE Breakdown
Wholesome
82
It promotes civic engagement and deep thinking about the foundations of society. While it deals with conflict, it does so through a lens of intellectual curiosity and historical context rather than sensationalism.
Imaginative
88
Using the signature Radiolab sound-collage style, it transforms dry legal briefs into immersive audio stories. It finds creative ways to visualize abstract legal concepts through sound.
Safe
78
Generally safe for older kids and teens, but it covers heavy topics like the death penalty, systemic racism, and reproductive rights. There is occasional mild profanity and intense thematic content that might require parental context.
Enriching
96
This is top-tier educational content. It explains the 'why' behind the laws that govern American life, making complex constitutional law accessible and genuinely gripping.
Parent Info
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Why It Might Be Great
It treats the Supreme Court like a high-stakes drama where the stakes are literally our lives.
The sound design is elite—it’s not just two people talking; it’s an immersive audio experience.
It connects old, dusty cases to things happening right now in your neighborhood.
Perfect for sparking an interest in law, history, or debate in teenagers.
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What to Watch For
It tackles heavy stuff like the death penalty and civil rights, so be ready for some big, difficult questions.
It’s made for adults, so there’s the occasional 'damn' or 'hell,' though it's never gratuitous.
The pacing is fast and dense; younger kids will likely get lost in the legal weeds.
Conversation Starters
"If you were a Supreme Court justice, what’s one law you’d change tomorrow?"
"Do you think the Constitution should be interpreted exactly as it was written in the 1700s, or should it change with the times?"
"Which of these cases felt like the 'bad guy' actually won, and why?"
"How does a decision made by nine people affect your life today?"
