This episode introduces government agencies and administrative law, two of the most important but often overlooked parts of the U.S. legal system. We walk through how agencies are created, why they exist, and how they operate at the federal, state, and local levels. You’ll learn how agencies act on behalf of the government to enforce laws, create rules, and resolve disputes that directly impact businesses and everyday life.

We also break down the rulemaking process, the limits placed on agency power, and the role of judicial review in keeping agencies accountable. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear understanding of how administrative law works in practice and why it plays such a central role in the modern business environment.