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Behind the News with Doug Henwood

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Behind the News with Doug Henwood

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Latest Episodes

Behind the News, 10/9/25 - guests: Jake Werner on China, Jeet Heer on Bill Buckley - Doug Henwood

Behind the News, 10/2/25 - guests: Erin Thompson on the politics of public monuments • Mouin Rabbani on Trump's “peace plan” • Ted Hamm on Zohran Mamdani - Doug Henwood

Behind the News, 9/25/25 - guests: Mouin Rabbani on the mass recognitions of Palestine • Ernesto Semán on Milei's crisis and bailout - Doug Henwood

Behind the News, 9/18/25 - guests: Quinn Slobodian on the eugenics branch of neoliberalism • Molly White on stablecoins - Doug Henwood

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Recent Guests

Erin Thompson
Professor of Art Crime at John Jay College
John Jay College City University of New York
Episode: Behind the News, 10/2/25
Theodore Hamm
Author and professor of journalism.
St. Joseph's University
Episode: Behind the News, 10/2/25
Ernesto Semán
Associate professor in the Foreign Languages Department at the University of Bergen in Norway
University of Bergen
Episode: Behind the News, 9/25/25
Quinn Slobodian
Professor of History at Boston University and author of Hayek's Bastards
Boston University
Episode: Behind the News, 9/18/25
Émile Torres
Moral philosopher, intellectual historian, and journalist, specializing in the ethics of emerging technologies
Episode: Behind the News, 9/11/25
Daniel Wortel-London
Visiting assistant professor of history at Bard College and author
University of Chicago Press
Episode: Behind the News, 9/11/25
John Roosa
Professor of history at the University of British Columbia specializing in Indonesian studies.
University of British Columbia
Episode: Behind the News, 9/4/25
David Duhalde
Former political director of Our Revolution and deputy director of DSA, with expertise in Democratic Socialism's history.
Democratic Socialists of America
Episode: Behind the News, 9/4/25
Sam Tanenhaus
Author of 'Buckley, The Life and Revolution That Changed America'
Random House
Episode: Behind the News, 8/28/25

Host

Doug Henwood
Doug Henwood is a noted political commentator, journalist, and author, known for his incisive analysis of socio-economic issues. He brings a depth of understanding to complex topics, facilitating informed discussions with his guests.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 651 ratings
  • Great interviews. Love the music interludes.

    Let's go out with this.

    Bye!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    dirt mcgirt
    2 months ago
  • One of the best

    This podcast is an oasis from the anti-intellectualism rampant in the U.S. today. Great guests, and Doug doesn’t waste my time with mindless chit-chat, which I appreciate. Lots packed into these conversations and I always learn a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmeliaInTheForest
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Consistently great interviews and conversations: timely, educational, interesting, even entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alek M
    Canada5 months ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    Doug Henwood’s ability to make all of these interviews interesting and informative is impressive.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    moppymopmop100
    United States6 months ago
  • Consistently insightful interviews

    Doug does a great job week after week getting interesting guests and asking important questions. Necessary listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FranticVike
    Canada6 months ago

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Interviews with thought-provoking guests make for necessary listening on current events.
A mix of intellectual depth and accessible discussions on hard-hitting topics.
Engaging and insightful content that challenges mainstream narratives.
Diverse guests provide a range of perspectives on complex subjects.
Critiques of capitalism mixed with historical context create a unique listening experience.

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Behind the News, 10/9/25
Q: Is there any hope for a more constructive relationship with China?
While there are divisions in the Republican Party, some members may prioritize business interests that could open channels for constructive dialogue with China.
Behind the News, 10/9/25
Q: What is your opinion on the developments in the relationship with China under Trump's presidency?
Trump is navigating a fine line between traditional foreign policy views and his own business interests, focusing more on immediate benefits rather than long-term strategies.
Behind the News, 9/25/25
Q: What did he do to bring us to this sorry pass here? What were his policies?
Millet implemented a radical program of dismantling government intervention and deregulating trade, which aimed for a libertarian economy but ended up causing significant social unrest.
Behind the News, 8/21/25
Q: What are some proposed reforms for improving democracy in the U.S.?
Nwanevu suggests reforms like considering proportional representation and addressing inequality in the political system.
Behind the News, 7/10/25
Q: What kind of changes in the work organization are required to make this work?
Companies need to eliminate low-value activities and improve efficiency across the organization.

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This podcast offers engaging discussions on contemporary socio-economic and political issues, often from a leftist perspective. It features interviews with various intellectuals, historians, and social scientists, covering topics ranging from economic policies and historical contexts to critiques of modern capitalism and political movements. The conversations are rich in detail and frequently delve into historical narratives to contextualize current events, providing listeners with deeper insights into the dynamics shaping today's world.

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Recent guests on Behind the News include:

1. Erin Thompson
2. Theodore Hamm
3. Ernesto Semán
4. Quinn Slobodian
5. Émile Torres
6. Daniel Wortel-London
7. John Roosa
8. David Duhalde

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