EXPERIENCE THE SUPREME COURT LIKE NEVER BEFORE
OUR MISSION
On the Docket expands public access to the United States Supreme Court by transforming its decisions into video using the justices' actual voices. Although the Court promptly releases audio of oral arguments, it bans video and does not post recordings of opinion announcements, limiting access to those present in the courtroom. These recordings are instead withheld for months before release to the National Archives. On the Docket fills this gap by converting the justices' audio into engaging videos. Using AI-generated visuals, we present representations of the justices delivering their opinions, making these pivotal moments more accessible to the public.
About usHOW IT WORKS
From archive to screen in four steps
Authentic audio
We start with original Supreme Court recordings from the United States National Archives.
A.I. reconstruction
We use original photographs to generate synthetic still images of the Justices in the courtroom. Then, we employ image-to-video A.I. workflows using the original audio to animate the still images.
Source verification
The source audio is acquired directly from the National Archives and not altered. A.I.-generated visuals are labeled for transparency.
Accessible and immersive experience
The result: a new way to witness the Supreme Court in action — accessible to everyone, not just the few who can attend in person.
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THE TEAM
Jerry Goldman founded the Oyez Project, revolutionizing public access to Supreme Court oral arguments. As a Professor Emeritus at Northwestern University, he has made the Supreme Court accessible to millions worldwide through innovative digital platforms.
Visit Website→Timothy R. Johnson is the Horace T. Morse Distinguished Teaching Professor of Political Science and Law (by courtesy) at the University of Minnesota and a leading scholar of the U.S. Supreme Court, specializing in oral arguments and judicial decision-making.
Visit Website→Spooler leads the media production of On the Docket. A creative A.I. platform, Spooler enables immersive experiences, casual games, and personalized information for users when and where they go. Spooler's technology is always informed and infused with empathy and human-led creative storytelling.
Visit Website→Idib Group is a boutique UX design agency focused on complex digital products and services. Founded by Francesco Stagno d'Alcontres, it helps organizations turn complexity into clear, human-centered experiences through research-driven design and strategy.
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