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CounterSpin is the weekly radio show of FAIR, the national media watch group.

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Recent Guests

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Jenna Ruddock
Advocacy Director at Free Press
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Episode: Jenna Ruddock on DHS Domestic Surveillance
Setareh Ghandehari
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Jon Schleuss
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Michelle Ellner
Latin America campaign coordinator of Codepink
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Silky Shah
Executive Director at Detention Watch Network
Detention Watch Network
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Paul Offit
Director of Vaccine Education Center and Professor of Pediatrics
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Erin Reed
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Karen Thompson
Legal Director at Pregnancy Justice
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Janine Jackson
Host and journalist known for her insightful critiques of media practices and dedication to exposing systemic inequalities. She leads discussions with various experts, providing a progressive lens on diverse issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 606 ratings
  • Framing makes a huge difference. This podcast breaks the corporate media's frame

    Podcast Addict
    5
    curmudgeon
    3 months ago
  • Love the host!

    Insightful and engaging look at the subtle look at the ways corporate media serves as a mouthpiece for the powerful while still claiming the mantle of a truth telling watchdog of the people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Superstumbler
    United States4 months ago
  • Investigate Ben Gurion Canal -connect the dots

    Proposes To connect Red Sea to Mediterranean thru Gaza

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RevSara
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent

    Jeanine is a gifted journalist who tells it like it is. I appreciate her candor and factual approach. She does excellent interviews with seldom heard experts on a wide array of topics. Time well spent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drivingmakesyoufat
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you for the insight, wisdom and morality check.

    Phyllis Bennis's call for ceasefire is right on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rpswindspirit
    United States2 years ago

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Jenna Ruddock on DHS Domestic Surveillance
Q: What would you encourage people to think about or be doing in this moment?
Engaging in small acts of solidarity and being aware of community safety is vital.
Jenna Ruddock on DHS Domestic Surveillance
Q: Are there legal interventions that states could do to try to push back?
Yes, some states have enacted bans on the sale of location data and restrictions on biometric data usage.
Jenna Ruddock on DHS Domestic Surveillance
Q: What can individuals do to opt out of surveillance?
Individuals can minimize their online presence, reduce phone usage, and be aware of how their data is collected.
Rayan El Amine on Voices From Gaza
Q: Are we wrong in our understanding of what ceasefire means?
No, the ceasefire does not describe a pause in violence but has become a mechanism for managing it, masking ongoing military actions as restraint.
Dedrick Asante-Muhammad on State of the Dream 2026
Q: How do you respond to someone questioning the relevance of discussing broadband in the context of economic disparities?
Broadband access is integral for participation in the modern economy and for accessing information and opportunities, which is crucial for those left behind economically.

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The content addresses significant issues related to media representation, systemic inequalities, political accountability, and climate justice. Episodes frequently feature experts discussing topics such as voting rights, environmental challenges, media manipulation, social justice, and economic disparities, particularly in the context of U.S. policies and their impact on marginalized communities. The show is characterized by a critical stance toward prevailing narratives in mainstream media, with a focus on providing a platform for underrepresented voices and advocacy for progressive change. Unique aspects include in-depth interviews with scholars, activists, and policy experts, offering listeners insightful analyses of contemporary issues ... more

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