Prior to the live call-in program, a montage of video clips from previously aired programs was shown. The guests discussed the upcoming confirmation hearing of Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg, including an overview of members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, the role of the committee staff, and the nomination and confirmation process. The guests also watched as the members of the committee began to arrive at the hearing room. Mr. Gerdano was the chief counsel to Senator Charles Grassley for six years.