
A biweekly podcast on world politics, culture and economics, hosted by Rebecca Maria Goldschmidt, Erik Wallenberg and Joshua Frank.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 299 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsDaily NewsPolitics | |||

CounterPunch explores the upcoming UFC White House spectacle and the Hollywood, DC, and Gulf power brokers at the nexus of US politics, sports and entertainment. Host Eric Draitser welcomes veteran combat sports journalist Nate Wilcox, Editor-in-Chie... more
In this episode of CounterPunch Radio, Rebecca Maria Goldschmidt speaks with Dr. Nadine Ortega, co-founder of Tagnawa Hawai’i, about grassroots mutual aid disaster recovery. Dr. Ortega breaks down the socio-economic and historical conditions that hav... more
Journalist Arun Gupta returns to CounterPunch Radio to discuss the state of the left, antiwar politics, and much more. Arun talks to host Eric Draitser and provides his analysis of the No Kings movement and how leftists should understand it, as well ... more
On this episode of CounterPunch Radio, Erik Wallenberg and Joshua Frank sit down with Gilbert Achcar to discuss Israel, Palestine, Iran, Lebanon, and the most botched US war ever.
Gilbert Achcar is Emeritus Professor at SOAS, University of London. ... more
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I like this podcast because it not only knocks down the bad guys- the criminals of the world but has stories from real activists on the ground and how I can get involved and support the causes that need attention.
If he's a legitimate Russian dissenter, why does he say the Ukraine war is presented as Russia vs "the world"? It's the US and its NATO subservient "allies", who are using Ukraine to fight Russia, not "the world". Govts representing the majority of the world's population have not cut ties with Russia, e.g. India, which is buying more Russian energy than before the war. China is also, and those are the 2 biggest populations in the world.The US population is deluged with anti-Russia and anti-China... more
Eric Draitser is one of the more intelligent and interesting figures on the left today which makes Counterpunch Radio an enjoyable and worthwhile program.
If he's a legitimate Russian dissenter, why does he say the Ukraine war is presented as Russia vs "the world"? It's the US and its NATO subservient "allies", who are using Ukraine to fight Russia, not "the world". Govts representing the majority of the world's population have not cut ties with Russia, e.g. India, which is buying more Russian energy than before the war. China is also, and those are the 2 biggest populations in the world. The Kremlin would not propagandize in contradiction to the ... more
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A forceful mix of world politics, culture, and economics, with guests ranging from academics and journalists to activists and writers who critique imperialism, warfare, and corporate power. Discussions often center on Palestine, Middle East politics, nuclear policy, climate activism, and labor/capitalism, revealing how power shapes global events and everyday life. Noteworthy is the willingness to challenge dominant narratives, highlight underrepresented perspectives, and connect local struggles to global dynamics. The show frequently hosts rigorous, long-form interviews that push for accountability and solidarity across movements, making it a strong fit for listeners seeking critical, activist-informed analysis and a left-leaning lens on co... more
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Recent guests on CounterPunch Radio include:
1. Gilbert Achcar
2. Sean Adams
3. Thomas Zeitzoff
4. Shahd Abusalama
5. Joshua Frank
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7. Yassamine Mather
8. Sam Kimball
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