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Blood Work

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Violence
United States
Ak-47
Monroe Doctrine
Dick Cheney
Vietnam War
Economic Sanctions
War On Terror
1033 Program
Venezuela
American Foreign Policy
Soviet Union
Iraq War
Halliburton
Global War On Terror
Emergency Powers
Friend-Enemy Distinction
Trump Administration
September 11
Combat 18

A show about the Economy of Violence

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Gregk and Thomas pause to reflect on some of the topics covered since they last spoke, and meditate on recent events.

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Joe and Gregk use Gregory Stanton’s ‘Ten Stages of Genocide’ to discuss the tactics & techniques states deploy to legitimise and perpetrate mass murder.

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We take a foray into the world of euphemisms, turns-of-phrase and the disingenuous world of militarese

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We look at the history of women’s participation in suicide bombing attacks and how society has tried to make sense of women who carry out the most extreme political act of all.

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Recent Guests

Joe Kassabian
Host of Lions Led by Donkeys podcast, author
Lions Led by Donkeys
Episode: This is How You Kill Them: Genocide w/ Joe Kassabian
Gareth Dennis
Author of How the Railways Will Fix the Future, Rediscovering the Essential Brilliance of the Iron Road; host of Rail Natter
Rail Natter, author
Episode: The Facilitators: On Engineers w/ Gareth Dennis & Justin Roczniak
Justin Roczniak
Host of Well There's Your Problem, a podcast about engineering disasters with slides
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Episode: The Facilitators: On Engineers w/ Gareth Dennis & Justin Roczniak
Patrick Wyman
Historian and podcaster, known for his shows Tides of History and Past Lives.
Host of Tides of History and Past Lives
Episode: A History of Violence w/ Patrick Wyman
Gareth Watkins
A Manchester-based writer and podcaster with interests in cruelty and right-wing thought.
Episode: Combat 18, Part 1: Lad’s Army w/ Gareth Watkins
Spencer Ackerman
National security journalist and author of 'Reign of Terror'
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Episode: Reign of Terror w/ Spencer Ackerman
Dr. Florin Poenaru
Lecturer in sociology and anthropology at the University of Bucharest
University of Bucharest
Episode: "What Does The Forest Say?” w/ Dr. Florin Poenaru
Serene Richards
Lecturer in Law at New York University London, author of 'Biopolitics as a System of Thought'
New York University London
Episode: The Leper in the City (w/ Serene Richards)

Host

Gregory Foley
Host of Blood Work

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 111 ratings
  • What a show

    Great show, wonderfully rich and timely analysis. Listen to the intro on the history of the AK47. Beautiful podcasting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marlin W
    United States2 months ago
  • Its frightening and good

    This podcast is excellently made, smooth editing and delivers an incredible analysis on the horrors of today. With that, it’s incredibly frightening as to how dire of a situation the world is in now with the surge of the fascists. First as tragedy, then as farce. Keep up the stellar work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hevlitica
    Sweden3 months ago
  • New favorite

    This show is both analysis and philosophy of extremely relevant issues to how our world has become. It is thought providing and dryly humorous. The host is eloquent, clever, and funny. The subjects chosen are fascinating. Overall, superb.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mentat777
    United States3 months ago
  • Academic yet personal

    I’m a fan of the analytical nature of this podcast, where lots of facts are presented as is, with sparingly little, or often dry humor. My favorite parts are when the subject matter is so frustrating to both the listener and the speaker that Greg is heard grunting, cursing, or outright shouting at the subject for being so dumb, or at least intolerably inconsistent with reality or the subject’s worldview. This is a wonderful mixture of academic analysis and personal feelings of frustration I ofte... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andololol
    United States4 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Wonderful synthesis of some of the most relevant theory, stuff informed people really need to pay attention to at this moment. Having this stuff broken down helps me see our world with clarity and feel less insane. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hilarymv
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Episodes blend history with current policy in a way that stays engaging.
Thoughtful, rigorous analysis with sharp humor.
Sustainably provocative but deeply informative for listeners who want context to modern violence and governance.
High production quality and strong guest expertise.

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Talking Points

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A History of Violence w/ Patrick Wyman
Q: What is the relationship between the prominence of mercenary warfare and the relative strength of centralized power?
When centralized powers lose their grip, this releases violence workers into a private marketplace, leading to increased reliance on mercenaries for military actions as has been seen historically.
A History of Violence w/ Patrick Wyman
Q: How do you understand the term violence worker?
A violence worker is someone for whom doing violence is part of their job description, even if it is not the main goal; this includes mercenaries who are often engaged in security and territory control rather than active combat.
Combat 18, Part 1: Lad’s Army w/ Gareth Watkins
Q: Why cruelty?
Cruelty is a significant aspect of right-wing politics, as groups often use power primarily to harm outgroups, even at the risk of their own political stability.
Reign of Terror w/ Spencer Ackerman
Q: Could you talk a bit more about the transformation of the Democratic Party and its move away from its historical union and labor roots under Bill Clinton?
Ackerman elaborates on how the Democratic Party shifted away from labor roots towards a technocratic approach, which allowed for the expansion of the War on Terror and affected its electoral base.
Reign of Terror w/ Spencer Ackerman
Q: How do you understand both 9/11 and the global war on terror as both events and as an impetus for the politics that they would inaugurate?
Spencer discusses the pivotal nature of 9/11 in shaping a culture of violence as a response, replacing civic solidarity with a call for bloodshed worldwide.

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What is Blood Work about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently analyzes power, violence, and economic systems through historical and political lenses. Episodes thread together weapons proliferation, statecraft, sanctions, and the ethics of modern geopolitics with rigorous research, sharp critique, and a dark, dry humor. A standout characteristic is the host's ability to connect long-running historical trends to today's policy and cultural dynamics, making complex topics accessible to listeners from academia, journalism, and public affairs. The format often features expert guests and provocative takes on how violence shapes economies and governance, which can be especially appealing to decision-makers and thought leaders evaluating risk, policy, and messaging.

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2. Gareth Dennis
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