
A podcast about the American Empire.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 80 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

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The Cold War ends. Apartheid falls. But Savimbi's war continues.
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I knew this was all so wrong. With regard to the invasion and occupation of Iraq and Afghanistan. But to the depths of atrocities committed. With impunity.
These episodes bring me to tears. And I am lost.
They take your money for advance access but do not provide it
I was interested in the topic, but could not stick with the podcast because of the constant saxophone music in the background. Adding bizarre elevator music makes the words harder to hear.
Excellent content. But the background music was intolerable.
No exaggeration. Started with S3 when I was a baby leftist wannabe. Blew my mind. Completely changed my perspective on the world. I moved on to S2, found myself enamored with learning more about Cuba, and then found myself in Cuba a year later. Now I do an annual listening club with my friends and dedicate myself to organizing with lessons from the show at top of mind. Blowback has been one of the most valuable pieces of media for me as far as relearning and rethinking the world and history.
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The show consistently centers on history-informed analysis of U.S. foreign policy and imperial reach, with deep dives into long-running conflicts, Cold War era interventions, and the moral and geopolitical stakes of American decision‑making. Recent episodes mix rigorous archival research with expert interviews to illuminate how advocacy, lobbying, and strategic interests shape policy, often highlighting underreported perspectives from affected regions. It stands out for its thorough production, nuanced storytelling, and willingness to tackle controversial topics with a historical lens, making it valuable for listeners seeking context behind today's international confrontations.
A notable strength is its multi-season focus on complex geopol... more
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Recent guests on Blowback include:
1. Rashid Khalidi
2. Douglas Rossinau
3. Seth Ansiska
4. Ben Kiernan
5. Elizabeth Becker
6. Ahmed Rashid
7. Charles Wilson
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