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Bungacast

Bungacast
Neoliberalism
Nationalism
Populism
Brexit
China
European Union
Capitalism
Donald Trump
Globalization
Middle Class
United States
Ukraine
Artificial Intelligence
Russia
France
Democracy
Israel
Indonesia
State Capitalism
Millennial Left

The global politics podcast at the end of the End of History. Politics is back but it’s stranger than ever: join us as we chart a course beyond the age of ’bunga bunga’. Interviews, long-form discussions, docu-series.

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Latest Episodes

On political capitalism and divided workers.

Sociology professor at UC Berkeley, Dylan Riley, talks to Alex and Lee about economic stagnation, the state propping up capitalism, and class politics.

What is "political capitalism"? And is it true t... more

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On postliberalism, MacIntyre and Gray.

How was the 1950s "end of ideology" (Bell, Lipset) different from the Fukuyaman 1990s "end of history"?

Is John Gray correct in his characterisation of Alasdair MacIntyre as a prelapsarian?

Does hype... more

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On Hungary's elections.

Hungarian political analyst and editor of Partizan, Szilard Pap, talks to Alex about the end of 16 years of Fidesz in government.

What is the scale of Fidesz’s wipeout?

Who is Péter Magyar, and is he actually to the r... more

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On the brave new world we have entered.

Historian Arash Azizi is back on the pod, talking to Alex H and Lee Jones about the ongoing war. We try to draw out some firm consequences, beyond the immediate situtation.

Why did Trump go to war?

Is ... more

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Recent Guests

Arash Azizi
Historian, The Atlantic contributor
The Atlantic
Episode: /544/ Iran War: Rogue State USA ft. Arash Azizi
Ran Heilbrunn
Writer and educator; author of Abolish Queer Theory
Munich, Germany / Wittenberg University (Munich campus)
Episode: /543/ Squeamish About Sex, Aroused By Identity ft. Ran Heilbrunn
Will Charles
Scholar who studies organizations and gig work
Academic/Researcher (Will Charles)
Episode: /542/ Letters to the Editors: March 2026
Jeff Schellenberger
Guest joining to discuss readings
Academic/Commentator (Jeff Schellenberger)
Episode: /542/ Letters to the Editors: March 2026
Dylan Riley
Guest back to discuss political capitalism
Scholar/Author
Episode: /542/ Letters to the Editors: March 2026
Benjamin Fong
Editor at Damage; runs a labor and logistics substack
Damage / On The Seams
Episode: /541/ Wedging in a Lever ft. Benjamin Fong
Tom Chodor
From Monash University, co-author of Non-Hegemonie, plus co-author on Post-Multilateralism work
Monash University
Episode: /540/ Welcome to the Apolar and Post-Multilateral World ft. Tom Chodor
Ben Tarnoff
Tech writer and guest discussing Muskism
Tech writer
Episode: /538/ Muskism ft. Quinn Slobodian & Ben Tarnoff
Quinn Slobodian
Historian and guest discussing Muskism
Historian
Episode: /538/ Muskism ft. Quinn Slobodian & Ben Tarnoff

Hosts

Alex Hochele
Co-host known for engaging discussions on political issues and guest interviews.
Lee Jones
Co-host and contributing editor, brings a critical perspective on socio-political topics.
George Hoare
Co-host adept at fostering discussions on political theory and current events.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 578 ratings
  • Arash Azizi is a propagandist

    Really gross. Don’t trust these people.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ashelianderson
    United States15 days ago
  • Confusing

    Hard to understand but worth trying?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @Brahmski
    United States9 months ago
  • Try it

    You might like it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LenBurr
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Catherine Liu is terrible

    You gotta cut Catherine. All she does is make petty complaints and try to dress it up as theory. Completely incomprehensible.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bobbyowens_
    United Statesa year ago
  • Mostly bad, conspiracy mongering post leftism

    Can be good if they interview someone who is smarter than the hosts. At their worst it’s conspiracy minded culture warrior nonsense.

    Update: Philip Cunliffe Get a Real Job Challenge: Impossible

    Apple Podcasts
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    Robin Robinovitch
    United States2 years ago

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#184
United Kingdom/News/Politics
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#192
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#236
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#67
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#133
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#164
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

/546/ Reading Club: Are We All Post-Liberal Now? ft. Geoff Shullenberger
Q: Is MacIntyre a post-liberal, and how does his thought relate to liberalism and the New Left?
MacIntyre is treated as an anti-liberal with a strong communitarian critique, suggesting a post-liberal trajectory that goes beyond conventional liberalism and engages deeply with virtue ethics and community, though his exact placement varies—he is seen as more than a simple post-liberal and perhaps a bridge to later neo-communitarian currents.
/546/ Reading Club: Are We All Post-Liberal Now? ft. Geoff Shullenberger
Q: Was Bell and Lipset right in some sense that ideology had died by the 1950s?
The discussion suggests that while there was a tacit consensus and a supposed end to ideology, it was already an ideological stance itself, masking exclusions and unspoken inequalities, especially regarding race; later events showed the supposed end of ideology was premature as politics returned in more contentious forms.
/544/ Iran War: Rogue State USA ft. Arash Azizi
Q: How did regional actors influence the U.S. decision to engage in this war, and what are the implications for Gulf states?
Regional players, especially Israel and Gulf states, pushed for action; the discussion notes that Gulf allies faced degraded defenses and sought diversification of partnerships, signaling a shift in regional balance and increased strategic autonomy.
/544/ Iran War: Rogue State USA ft. Arash Azizi
Q: What is the likelihood of a lasting deal between the U.S. and Iran given the current leadership and regional dynamics?
The guests emphasize that a deal is possible in principle but hinges on political will, the willingness of leaders like Iran's new administration and U.S. negotiators to make meaningful concessions, and balancing domestic constituencies on both sides.
/538/ Muskism ft. Quinn Slobodian & Ben Tarnoff
Q: What makes Muskism Muskism for you all, compared with just a rehabilitation of early Fordism?
The guests explain that Muskism is not a simple continuation of Fordism; it combines a modern, lean Fordist production logic (vertical integration, controlled supply chains) with a post-Fordist, cybernetic and post-human ambition (cyborg integration, AI, cybernetic governance). They emphasize that Muskism seeks legitimacy through technocratic sovereignty rooted in privately controlled infrastructure, but it also involves a novel form of legitimacy that relies on controlling discourse, perception, and biopolitical risks rather than a traditional social contract.

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Discussions navigate the complex landscape of contemporary politics, focusing on themes such as racism, capitalism, neoliberalism, and the intersections of various ideologies, including Marxism and postmodern conservatism. Engaging interviews with experts across academia, psychoanalysis, and journalism bring forward unique insights into global issues ranging from U.S. foreign policy in Latin America to the cultural impacts of political paranoia in media. Through a commitment to exploring critical socio-economic themes, the content fosters a deeper understanding of the forces shaping the political discourse today, making it both enlightening and contentious for listeners seeking a leftist perspective on current events.

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1. Arash Azizi
2. Ran Heilbrunn
3. Will Charles
4. Jeff Schellenberger
5. Dylan Riley
6. Benjamin Fong
7. Tom Chodor
8. Ben Tarnoff

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