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The podcast version of a documentary & interview series on war and inequality from the heart of Empire hosted by Abby Martin. Empire Files is donor-funded, independent and add free. Help keep us going by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/empirefiles. Follow: @EmpireFiles and @AbbyMartin Like: www.facebook.com/TheEmpireFiles

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Seth Harp, author of the new book THE FORT BRAGG CARTEL joins Abby & Mike to discuss this explosive story about America's most elite troops killing each other, dealing drugs and more. ORDER the book here: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/7304... more

All we know about the US-Israeli war of aggression launched last night on the Iranian people, featuring Séamus Malekafzali. Read work by Séamus at www.seamus-malekafzali.com/ and follow him at x.com/Seamus_Malek VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIA... more

WATCH the video of this interview here: youtu.be/OC1CfZut6o8?si=LZxuTopscPrJNYmU Abby Martin speaks with Thiago De Ávila, steering committee of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition, as he sails to Gaza alongside Greta Thunberg and others, disc... more

WATCH the video of this interview: youtu.be/NDtwwSdur5I?si=y-RxBak_KvUqZR4T Abby Martin speaks with investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill about Israel's new offensive into Gaza that Netanyahu is calling the "final phase" of the genocide. FO... more

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Recent Guests

Seth Harp
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Episode: Coked-Up Executioners in the Pentagon's Secret Army w/ Seth Harp
Matt Kennard
Investigative journalist and author of The Silent Coup and The Racket.
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Episode: Trump's Naked Imperialism & How the British Empire Never Died w/ Matt Kennard
Mara Verheyden-Hilliard
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Episode: Mahmoud Khalil & the Coup Against Democratic Rights w/ Attorney Mara Verheyden-Hilliard
Taylor Lorenz
Journalist at User Mag, author of Extremely Online
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Episode: CEO Lives Matter: The Media Freakout w/ Taylor Lorenz & Abby Martin
Gaia Dan
Anti-Zionist activist based in Haifa
Episode: Israeli Youth Targeted Over ‘Gaza Fights For Freedom’ Screening
Asa Winstanley
A reporter for The Electronic Intifada and the author of the book 'Weaponising Anti-Semitism, How the Israel Lobby Brought Down Jeremy Corbyn.'
The Electronic Intifada
Episode: Pro-Palestine Journalist Raided for “Supporting Terrorism”
Olivia Katbi
North America Coordinator for the BDS Movement and activist
BDS Movement North America
Episode: How to Boycott Israel w/ BDS Movement North America Coordinator
Francesca Albanese
United Nations Special Rapporteur for the Occupied Palestinian Territories
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Episode: ‘Suspended Between Hope & the Abyss’ - UN Special Rapporteur on Palestine
Pawel Wargan
Researcher and coordinator for the Secretariat for Progressive International
Episode: The Army of Capitalism: Understanding NATO

Host

Abby Martin
Host of the podcast and known for her investigative journalism focusing on war and inequality.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Crucial

    This should be mandatory content for Americans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kristi history
    United States7 months ago
  • Intelligence of Both the Mind AND Heart

    This is a great listen. And a much more wholistic approach than so much of the sold-out journalistic spin we get subjected to. Well done for your professionalism, your integrity and your compassionate excellence

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hancanitunes
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • It ‘s about the Ben Gurion Canal

    Abby Please Please Please Investigate this & publicize this The Demolition & Destruction Of Gaza is to make way for the canal FOLLOW THE MONEY Israel , US , France ,UK And probably Another 1/2 dozen Countries want a new canal To rival The Suez Canal It’s about the Proposed Ben Gurion Canal That the powers to be wanted to Push thru since the 60 ‘s All they needed was an excuse

    This is also addressed to Jeremy

    I ‘ve followed your journalism

    For many years dating back

    To the attacks on 9/11, 2001... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RevSara
    United States10 months ago
  • Clear analysis

    Abby is tireless & passionate examining empire and its brutal mechanisms.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moe Drama
    Canadaa year ago
  • Excellent Podcast - Abby Martin is Amazing

    Abby Martin has a clear passion for making a difference in our world. She has thoughtful questions for her guests and really shines a journalistic light in the dark places that need to be exposed.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Doug Appeldoorn
    Canadaa year ago

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The host is praised for her integrity and journalistic excellence, with many viewing her work as essential for understanding global injustices.
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Israel’s Gaza Trap: Starve, Lure, Kill—Jeremy Scahill Exposes “Final Phase” of Genocide
Q: What are the goals of Operation Gideon's Chariot?
The ultimate goal is the removal of Palestinians from Gaza, as stated by Netanyahu and outlined in the Trump plan.
Israel’s Gaza Trap: Starve, Lure, Kill—Jeremy Scahill Exposes “Final Phase” of Genocide
Q: Why would Hamas surrender?
They would not surrender because the extermination campaign is clear, with threats made against civilians, not just against the military wing.
Mahmoud Khalil & the Coup Against Democratic Rights w/ Attorney Mara Verheyden-Hilliard
Q: Do you think this is a trial balloon, Mara?
Mara reflects that it is indeed an unprecedented case, drawing historical parallels to past crackdowns on political movements in the U.S.
Mahmoud Khalil & the Coup Against Democratic Rights w/ Attorney Mara Verheyden-Hilliard
Q: What does that mean exactly? Can we just break down?
Mara explains that the First Amendment protects all persons inside the United States, meaning the government cannot punish people based on their speech regardless of their immigration status.
Gaza Journalist Abubaker Abed on Trump's Ethnic Cleansing Threat
Q: Do you feel that aid is a solution to the problems?
We don’t need aid; we need our land back and our freedom.

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This podcast presents an independent perspective on global issues, particularly focusing on war, inequality, and the implications of U.S. foreign policy. Through in-depth interviews and critical discussions, it aims to shed light on often overlooked narratives concerning subjects like military operations, humanitarian crises, and the socio-political climate surrounding activism for marginalized communities. Each episode engages with expert guests from various fields, delivering insights that challenge mainstream media narratives and call attention to systemic injustices in a compelling, accessible way.

Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to providing donor-funded, ad-free content, which allows for a more authentic and uninterrupted expl... more

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