Rephonic
Artwork for FREE with Clara Mattei

FREE with Clara Mattei

Clara Mattei
Capitalism
Austerity
Gaza
United States
Economic Inequality
Palestine
Militarism
Inflation
Systemic Corruption
Cost Of Living Crisis
Israel
Poverty
Oligarchy
Slavery
Climate Crisis
Mass Incarceration
Environmentalism
Class Conflict
Wealth Distribution
Sudan

The FREE podcast is hosted by economist Clara Mattei, author of The Capital Order & Escape from Capitalism; and Professor of Economics at the University of Tulsa. FREE stands for the Forum for Real Economic Emancipation. Our Patreon: www.patreon.com/freefreeforum

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes22Founded8 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsNews Commentary

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for FREE with Clara Mattei

Latest Episodes

Economist Clara Mattei and tax attorney Bob Lord expose how the US tax code was engineered to build the billionaire oligarchy — and why wealth taxes alone won't fix it.Bob Lord, senior vice president for tax policy at the Patriotic Millionaires and 3... more

Sudan’s war is being framed as “tribal conflict,” while a profit system extracts gold and moves US weapons through regional pipelines.Human rights lawyer Suad Abdel Aziz (Executive Director, Decolonizing Sudan) explains who benefits, how it works, an... more

AI data centers are swallowing trillions, and many are calling it an AI bubble. This episode asks a sharper question: who absorbs the risk, and who pays when the bet breaks?We follow the engine underneath the hype, the state, the Federal Reserve, tec... more

Green colonialism is when “climate solutions” become a new extraction economy, land grabs, debt, and profit, dressed in green. Who profits, who pays, and what does climate justice require?In this episode, Clara Mattei speaks with Hamza Hamouchene, No... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

What's Left of Philosophy
What's Left of PhilosophyLillian Cicerchia, Owen Glyn-Williams, Gil Morejón, and William Paris
Novara Media
Novara MediaNovara Media

Recent Guests

Bob Lord
Senior Vice President for Tax Policy at the Patriotic Millionaires; Associate Fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies
Patriotic Millionaires, Institute for Policy Studies
Episode: Why the Wealth Tax Debate Misses the Real Problem | Bob Lord, Patriotic Millionaires
Suad Abdel Aziz
Human rights lawyer and executive director of Decolonizing Sudan
Decolonizing Sudan
Episode: Sudan War Profits: UAE Gold, US Weapons
Hamza Hamouchene
London-based Algerian researcher and activist
Transnational Institute
Episode: Who Profits From Climate Solutions? Green Colonialism Explained
Grace Blakeley
Author, journalist, and critic of capitalism.
Episode: Vulture Capitalism: Empire, Bailouts, Monopoly Power | Grace Blakeley
Raj Patel
Expert on capitalism, food sovereignty, and food insecurity
University of Austin
Episode: Hunger Is the Point: The Capitalist Food System Explained | Raj Patel
Paulo dos Santos
Professor of Economics at The New School for Social Research
The New School for Social Research
Episode: Inflation & the Cost of Living Crisis: Who Pays, Who’s Protected?
Ramaa Vasudevan
Professor at Colorado State University
Colorado State University
Episode: Inflation & the Cost of Living Crisis: Who Pays, Who’s Protected?
Rob Robinson
Housing advocate and educator, former homeless
New School, City College of New York
Episode: The Business of Poverty: How the System Profits from Homelessness
Adam Tooze
Catherine and Shelby Colm Davis Professor of History at Columbia University, and the Director of the European Institute
Columbia University
Episode: Capitalism, War & Reconstruction: An Adam Tooze Analysis

Host

Clara Mattei
Host of the podcast and an economist with expertise in systemic critiques of capitalism and advocates for economic emancipation. She connects academic insights with urgent social issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • A refreshing voice in econ

    It’s so good to hear some new perspectives on economics. What we’ve been doing isn’t working, and most have accepted that it’s the only option. Thanks for broadening the discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the burning inch
    United States8 months ago
  • Conversation we need

    Makes you feel you’re not crazy for feeling frustrated. Smart insights, but easy to follow. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sw333theart
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the podcast for broadening the conversation on economics and providing new perspectives.
They find the insights both intelligent and accessible, often feeling validated in their frustrations regarding current economic and social issues.
Audience members recommend it highly for the thought-provoking discussions presented.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sudan War Profits: UAE Gold, US Weapons
Q: What is the main mechanism by which external powers influence the conflict in Sudan?
The guest explains that UAE actions, backed by US weapon supply chains, fund and enable the RSF and related violence, with sanctions and arms flows shaping outcomes on the ground.
Who Profits From Climate Solutions? Green Colonialism Explained
Q: Can you explain what green grabbing is?
Green grabbing refers to the appropriation of land and resources under the guise of pursuing a green agenda, often sidelining local communities.
Who Profits From Climate Solutions? Green Colonialism Explained
Q: Why is colonial violence and genocide so deeply connected with the climate catastrophe?
Because colonialism disrupts the relations that indigenous people have with their environment and enforces ecological violence.
The Business of Poverty: How the System Profits from Homelessness
Q: What do you see as the current battle you're most focused on?
The focus is on HUD cuts and supporting the migrant and immigrant population in New York.
The Business of Poverty: How the System Profits from Homelessness
Q: What is the relationship between our capitalist economy and poverty and homelessness?
Homelessness arises directly from poverty, exacerbated by stagnant wages and rising housing costs.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About FREE with Clara Mattei

What is FREE with Clara Mattei about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content centers around a critical analysis of capitalism and its intersection with various social issues, including economic inequality, climate justice, and systemic oppression. Each episode engages with prominent scholars, activists, and experts who discuss topics such as food sovereignty, housing rights, and the ramifications of austerity measures. The discussions challenge mainstream economic narratives, promoting alternative frameworks that prioritize social justice and demand systemic change. Noteworthy is the podcast's emphasis on the need for solidarity in global struggles, linking environmental crises with broader political movements, particularly in relation to colonialism and imperialism.

Where can I find podcast stats for FREE with Clara Mattei?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for FREE with Clara Mattei. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to FREE with Clara Mattei and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does FREE with Clara Mattei get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for FREE with Clara Mattei, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for FREE with Clara Mattei?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for FREE with Clara Mattei, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does FREE with Clara Mattei have?

To see how many followers or subscribers FREE with Clara Mattei has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to FREE with Clara Mattei?

These podcasts share a similar audience with FREE with Clara Mattei:

1. Jacobin Radio
2. What's Left of Philosophy
3. Novara Media
4. Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer
5. Tech Won't Save Us

How many episodes of FREE with Clara Mattei are there?

FREE with Clara Mattei launched 8 months ago and published 22 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact FREE with Clara Mattei?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for FREE with Clara Mattei?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for FREE with Clara Mattei from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for FREE with Clara Mattei?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of FREE with Clara Mattei. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on FREE with Clara Mattei?

Recent guests on FREE with Clara Mattei include:

1. Bob Lord
2. Suad Abdel Aziz
3. Hamza Hamouchene
4. Grace Blakeley
5. Raj Patel
6. Paulo dos Santos
7. Ramaa Vasudevan
8. Rob Robinson

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days