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Economic Update with Richard D. Wolff is a weekly nationally syndicated program produced by Democracy at Work and hosted by Richard D. Wolff. The program explores complex economic issues and empowers listeners with information to analyze not only their own financial situation but the economy at large. Beyond focusing a critical eye on the economic dimensions of everyday life - wages, jobs, taxes, ... more

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Jared Yates-Sexton
Author of The Midnight Kingdom and political advisor for the Change Campaign
Episode: The U.S. As A 'Traumatized' Society
Abby Martin
Journalist and filmmaker focusing on U.S. imperialism and environmental issues.
Episode: The U.S. Military's Role in Ecological Crisis
John Fugelsang
Author of the New York Times bestseller Separation of Church and Hate, and host of "Tell Me Everything" on Sirius XM.
Episode: Christianity Split: Love VS Hate
Alex Pyne
Organizer with the Blue Bottle Independent Union, working to organize baristas and employees of the Blue Bottle Coffee Chain.
Blue Bottle Independent Union
Episode: Union Organizing In Today's U.S.
Anastasia Wilson
Assistant Professor of Economics at Hobart and William Smith Colleges and a member of the Solidarity Research Center.
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Episode: Union Organizing In Today's U.S.
Ramesh Srinivasan
Professor of Information Studies and host of the Utopias podcast
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: Late Stage Capitalism and Technical Change
Chris Beck
Architect and union organizer based in Brooklyn, New York, served on the organizing and bargaining committees for the Bernheimer Architectural Union, and teaches at New School University.
Architectural Workers United
Episode: Unionizing American Architects
Kim Westcott
Attorney and managing director of Community Collaboration and Capacity at Women Building Up, focused on supporting carceral systems impacted women and gender expansive people.
Women Building Up
Episode: Communities of Women Build a Movement
Michael Stephen Smith
New York City attorney, former board member of the Center for Constitutional Rights, co-host of Law and Disorder
Episode: American Style Fascism

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Richard D. Wolff
Economist and host known for critical examinations of capitalism and its effects on society, particularly focusing on labor rights and alternative economic systems.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Required Liatening

    This podcast continues to impress. Clear concise and fair presentation of important topics. Don’t miss “understanding capitalism”. It is required reading and should be a part of any exploration of democracy, capitalism, and economics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigErkki
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fantastic and clear explanations

    I enjoy listening to these wonderful explanations. Very clear and understandable 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iphonehassle
    United States5 months ago
  • Marxism 101

    This is a great pod, particularly for those new to Marxist Socialism. A strong focus on what can be done here and now as well as excellent interviews with extremely knowledgeable people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    myowncompass
    United States5 months ago
  • Perfect!

    A quick, to the point and direct delivery of current economic issues and the history that got us here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Das313!
    United States6 months ago
  • Gaza

    2 questions for 2 of the best minds In the world (Richard & Chris ) This is definitely a land grab but Exactly for what use & who else is involved Besides the U.S. & Israel ? Is this really about new settlements in Northern Gaza “ OR” The proposed Ben Gurion Canal that has been on the Bookshelf for decades waiting for Disaster Capitalism to strike once again & save The day . ? A fallacy & tragedy only the elite are ignorant Selfish & Greedy Enough to believe there own lies & deserve To go back t... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    RevSara
    United States7 months ago

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The show is praised for its focus on current events and their implications for the working class.
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Listeners appreciate the clear and engaging explanations of complex economic concepts.
Some critiques highlight that the host's perspective may feel biased towards socialism, which not all listeners agree with.

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The U.S. As A 'Traumatized' Society
Q: How do you motivate people who are on the edge of making these decisions?
It's about establishing intimacy and sharing experiences to empower collective action against exploitation.
The U.S. As A 'Traumatized' Society
Q: Can you imagine a shift within the country that would take us out of or beyond what you just described?
It starts with awareness and recognizing that the contradictions of capitalism are undeniable, leading to conversations about why the system doesn't work.
The U.S. As A 'Traumatized' Society
Q: Do you agree with that sentiment? And how does your work respond to it?
People are under incredible pressure, and that pressure connects to their political and cultural responses, leading to support for candidates who do not help them.
The U.S. Military's Role in Ecological Crisis
Q: Why is the military's pollution underreported in the context of climate change?
There is a strong propaganda narrative that glorifies the military, obscuring its contributions to ecological damage and deterring public awareness of the real issues at play.
The U.S. Military's Role in Ecological Crisis
Q: What do you see as the military's role in the ecological crisis?
The military plays an outsized role in ecological destruction through its fossil fuel dependencies and enforcement of resource exploitation.

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