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Current Affairs

Current Affairs
Education
Privatization
Municipal Socialism
Economic Freedom
U.S. Military Operations
Public Goods
Media Bias
Jordan Peterson
Economic Rights
Poverty In the United States
War On Terror
Socialism
Jeremy Corbyn
Neoliberalism
Health Care Rights
Casualties Of War
Human Rights Violations
Wells Fargo
Palestinian Rights
Political Correctness

A podcast of politics and culture, from the editors of Current Affairs magazine.

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Recent Guests

Gianmarco Soresi
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Episode: Why We Can’t Trust Comedians to Do Politics (w/ Gianmarco Soresi)
Tommy Marcus
Activist and participant in the Global Sumud Flotilla delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza
Sumud Flotilla
Episode: EXCLUSIVE: Sumud Flotilla Responds to Israel’s Terrorism Allegations (w/ Tommy Marcus)
Taylor Lorenz
A leading technology journalist and author of the book, Extremely Online
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Episode: The Dark Money Behind “Progressive” Influencers (w/ Taylor Lorenz & John Ross)
Yasmine Taeb
Legislative and Political Director for MPower Action
MPower Action
Episode: Gaza, Islamophobia, and the Democratic Party's Complicity (w/ Yasmine Taeb)
Jason Woods
Organizer, national spokesman for Starbucks Workers United
Starbucks Workers United
Episode: The Fight to Unionize Starbucks (w/ Jason Woods)
Randi Weingarten
President of the American Federation of Teachers and author of "Why Fascists Fear Teachers, Public Education and the Future of Democracy"
American Federation of Teachers
Episode: "THE MOST DANGEROUS PERSON IN THE WORLD?" Why Fascists Fear Teachers (w/ Randi Weingarten)
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed
Former head of the Detroit Health Department and candidate for U.S. Senate seat in Michigan
Independent
Episode: Abdul El-Sayed DESTROYS AIPAC Talking Points
Saikat Chakrabarti
Former Chief of Staff to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Congressional candidate
Episode: Is This San Francisco’s Zohran Mamdani? (w/ Saikat Chakrabarti)
Dr. Elisabeth Potter
Board certified plastic surgeon specializing in natural breast reconstruction
Community Breast Reconstruction Alliance
Episode: This Surgeon Criticized UnitedHealth on TikTok—Then They Threatened to Sue (w/ Dr. Elisabeth Potter)

Hosts

Nathan Robinson
Editor-in-chief of Current Affairs Magazine, often leading discussions that challenge popular narratives and advocate for progressive politics.
Alex Skopic
Associate Editor at Current Affairs, contributing to discussions on public policy and grassroots activism.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 871 ratings
  • Much needed moral as well as logical clarity

    Short, punchy (in a fair way), and on important and timely topics. Always a treat to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prof. Critical-Thinking
    United Statesa month ago
  • Honest engagement in accessible format and language

    I am increasingly fond of this podcast. The latest episode where Nathan offers his perspective on “Abundance” is fantastically detailed, earnest, and legible for a mere peon like me. I think it is clear that we need ideological media in the middle of the 21st century. We need to know the convictions and commitments of the people we let into our ears. I trust Current Affairs! You can too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jack Blair
    United States4 months ago
  • Incredible analysis, though sometimes conversations get a bit cheeky

    Podcast Addict
    4
    chawhee
    5 months ago
  • Mislabeling

    Glenn Greenwald isn’t a conservatist. He’s more liberal, in its traditional sense, than most libs these days. And Nathan should’ve well known this, given the episodes on liberalism and leftism.

    This might seem to be a semantic issue. But politics and political theories are core to this show. I’ve noticed that Nathan, with all his left-leaning ideas, still falls for the mainstream (false) muddling of these terms.

    Please re-educate yourself the basics so as not to mislead your listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Crystalash
    United States5 months ago
  • Yellow journalism

    A good example of why we don’t like journalists

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    VietSchlong
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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The host is occasionally criticized for being overly assertive during interviews, impacting the listener experience.
Listeners appreciate the insightful critique of contemporary political dynamics and the focus on underreported issues.
The content is praised for its depth and engagement, though some express concerns over audio quality.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why We Can’t Trust Comedians to Do Politics (w/ Gianmarco Soresi)
Q: Can you joke about things like the Israel-Palestine conflict?
While there's an understanding that succeeding performances may require sensitivity, Soresi navigates the balance by making pointed jokes that highlight political issues while ensuring the audience receives them well.
Why We Can’t Trust Comedians to Do Politics (w/ Gianmarco Soresi)
Q: How do you take the political temperature of your audience and determine what they're ready for?
It's a challenge to assess audience readiness for political material, especially as comfort levels may vary. However, modern audiences can provide a curated safety net for the performer.
EXCLUSIVE: Sumud Flotilla Responds to Israel’s Terrorism Allegations (w/ Tommy Marcus)
Q: What is it that could you explain a little bit more about that personal transformation in yourself that has brought you to this point?
Tommy describes how his views evolved after seeing the extent of the humanitarian crisis and the nature of violence against Palestinians, influenced by conversations and resources from Palestinian and Israeli friends.
“Powerlessness Is an Illusion”: Gaza, Resistance, and the Sumud Flotilla (w/ Kieran Andrieu)
Q: What do you want people who feel powerless to do?
I tell them supportive comments are very welcome, but powerlessness is an illusion. It's essential to engage in collective actions and to be part of the pro-Palestine movement.
The Fight to Unionize Starbucks (w/ Jason Woods)
Q: What can people do to lend a hand?
Talk to baristas about unionizing and support union efforts financially through merchandise.

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The content revolves around critical discussions related to politics and culture, often challenging mainstream narratives and exploring the implications of government actions on society. Episodes typically focus on issues such as U.S. foreign policy, economic inequality, and the influence of corporate money in politics. The dialogue frequently critiques both major political parties, highlighting the need for more progressive, ethical approaches to governance. It features a range of guests, from journalists to activists, who offer insights into contemporary political phenomena and advocate for social justice.

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Current Affairs launched 7 years ago and published 600 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Gianmarco Soresi
2. Tommy Marcus
3. Taylor Lorenz
4. Yasmine Taeb
5. Jason Woods
6. Randi Weingarten
7. Dr. Abdul El-Sayed
8. Saikat Chakrabarti

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