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Citations Needed is a podcast about the intersection of media, PR, and power, hosted by Nima Shirazi and Adam Johnson.

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In this episode, we explore how arbitrary—often unilateral—sanctions against Enemy States are given the halo of international legal legitimacy with a combination of lies, slippery language and brainless court stenography. With guest Maryam Jamshidi, ... more

In this News Brief, we are joined by Chenjerai Kumanyika and Todd Wolfson of the American Association of University Professors to discuss Trump's gutting of higher education, its expansion on previous neoliberal privatization efforts, and how big don... more

In this episode, we examine our political class' TikTok neurosis, how Gaza fueled its sell to US and Israeli military contractors, and the long history of elite panics around unsanctioned information flows. With guest Omar Zahzah.

In this News Brief, we detail the fundamental problems with Senate Democrats' cosmetic reforms, the strategy of letting outrage blow over and the conspicuous absence of any proposal that touches ICE's obscene budget.

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Recent Guests

Maryam Jamshidi
Associate professor at the University of Colorado Law School
University of Colorado Law School
Episode: "Shadow Fleets," Sanctions & Western Media's International Law-ification of Arbitrary US Dictates
Todd Wolfson
President of the American Association of University Professors and associate professor at Rutgers University.
American Association of University Professors (AAUP)
Episode: News Brief: As Trump Crushes Academia, the NYT and Atlantic Still Fight 'Woke' Wars from 5 Years Ago
Chenjerai Kumanyika
Assistant professor at the Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute at NYU and a Peabody Award-winning podcast host.
NYU
Episode: News Brief: As Trump Crushes Academia, the NYT and Atlantic Still Fight 'Woke' Wars from 5 Years Ago
Omar Zahzah
Writer, journalist, and assistant professor
San Francisco State University
Episode: Ep 234: TikTok, Gen Z's Move to Social Media and Elite Panic Over Unsanctioned News
Kevin A. Young
Associate Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Episode: Ep 233: How US Media Naturalizes Capital Strikes and Helps the Rich Undermine Democracy
Janette Corcelius
Union and community organizer in Minneapolis and member of OPEIU Local 12, Democratic Socialists of America, and the Remember 1934 Collective.
OPEIU Local 12, DSA
Episode: News Brief: As Dem Leadership Waffles—Labor, Organizers, Immigrants Fight Back in Minneapolis
Matthew Cunningham Cook
Writer, researcher, and reporter
Center for Media and Democracy
Episode: News Brief: How Corporate Media Laid the Groundwork for a Rightwing Incitement Campaign in Minnesota
Vincent Bevins
Journalist and author, former foreign correspondent for numerous newspapers
Public Affairs Books, The Jakarta Method
Episode: Ep 232: US Meddling, the Limits of 'Agency' Discourse and How Media Chooses Which 'Voices' To Center
Daniel Trilling
Journalist and author, contributor at the London Review of Books
London Review of Books
Episode: News Brief: BBC's Gaza Double Standard and Western Liberalism's Crisis of Legitimacy

Hosts

Nima Shirazi
Co-host and producer, known for insightful commentary on media narratives and their social implications.
Adam Johnson
Co-host and producer, recognized for sharp critiques of media and political power dynamics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 7k ratings
  • Unequivocal Analysis of the Media’s role in propaganda

    This is by far my favorite podcast. Adam and Nima pull back the curtain on the nefarious ways in which the media has made our lives worse and how they carry water for the government and other bad actors. they are a little slow to put out new episodes but everything is so well researched and put together I understand. when they do they are always bangers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    derekrules31
    United States21 days ago
  • Great stuff, but…

    Great show! Top-notch, meaningful analysis!

    But, by God, I dare you to go one episode without saying “pearl-clutching” or “hand-wringing”.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Forten88
    Colombia2 months ago
  • Deep analysis grounded in transparent and thorough research

    An all around excellent source of a solid look at historical trends in media distortion, this show not only does the work to expose the mechanisms and tropes in the propaganda in which we’re immersed, but brings on great guests and shares rich bibliographies. I guess the name says it right there: Citations Needed — Nima and Adam open up all of their citations. This means that even when I disagree with their analysis, it’s clear how they got there, so, even if I don’t come around, it’s a great op... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Puckalish
    United States4 months ago
  • Essential news analysis. Do yourself a solid and subscribe.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    malik3g5
    5 months ago
  • Excellent Work

    Awesome reviews of recent trends in media. Feel like you’re being gaslit by powerful people? You probably are.

    Only complaint from me is I’d love a resources page somewhere with links to referenced articles. I know that would be more work, and all the info needed to find your sources is in the ep, but links would make it easier to go back and reference later. Thanks for all you’re doing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Regular Christian
    United States5 months ago

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Many express enthusiasm about the hosts' ability to tackle challenging and timely topics while maintaining a critical perspective on mainstream narratives.
The commitment to transparency through extensive citations is highly valued, enhancing the learning experience.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth, meaningful analysis of media narratives and their societal implications.

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News Brief: As Dem Leadership Waffles—Labor, Organizers, Immigrants Fight Back in Minneapolis
Q: What is the significance of the upcoming shutdown?
The shutdown is seen as a grassroots effort to challenge the federal government's actions and demand real change, potentially growing into a larger movement.
News Brief: As Dem Leadership Waffles—Labor, Organizers, Immigrants Fight Back in Minneapolis
Q: What are the demands of the coalition regarding ICE?
The coalition demands ICE must leave Minnesota, accountability for the officer who killed Renee Nicole Good, no additional federal funding for ICE, and that businesses refuse ICE entry.
Ep 233: How US Media Naturalizes Capital Strikes and Helps the Rich Undermine Democracy
Q: Kevin, what different tools do local industries have to incentivize politicians?
Local industries can threaten disinvestment or capital strikes, influencing political decisions.
News Brief: How Corporate Media Laid the Groundwork for a Rightwing Incitement Campaign in Minnesota
Q: Can you give us a brief timeline of how the fraud allegations escalated into an attack on the Somali community?
After right-wing media inflated the fraud claims, it led to political actions like funding pauses and harassment of the Somali community.
News Brief: How Corporate Media Laid the Groundwork for a Rightwing Incitement Campaign in Minnesota
Q: What do you think the corporate media got wrong and what do you think the consequences of that coverage has been?
The corporate media prepared the ground for right-wing narratives about fraud in the Somali community without proper context or investigation.

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What is Citations Needed about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the intricate connections between media narratives, public relations, and sociopolitical power structures, this podcast critically examines how information is shaped and disseminated in contemporary society. The hosts engage in deep analysis of various topics, from the impact of elite media on public perception to the implications of government policies affecting social justice and education. Noteworthy episodes feature discussions on issues such as immigration policy, the effects of capitalism on democracy, and the challenges faced by marginalized communities in current media coverage. This analytical podcast is likely to resonate with listeners seeking a critical understanding of media dynamics and their implications in shaping ... more

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