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It Could Happen Here started as an exploration of the possibility of a new civil war. Now a daily show, it's evolved into a chronicle of collapse as it happens, and an exploration of how we might build a better future. Every day Robert Evans, Garrison Davis, Mia Wong, and James Stout take you on a jaunty walk through the burning ruins of the old world and towards a better one that lays just on the... more

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Recent Guests

Laura Jadeed
Journalist and guest on a long-form segment
Independent journalist
Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 240
Laura Jedeed
Friend of the pod, contributor who covered the fair
Firewalled Media / Laura Jedeed
Episode: A Report from the Great American State Fair
Elia Youb
UK-based researcher and journalist with a focus on the far right
Fire in These Times (host)
Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 239
Lee Hurley
Belfast-based writer, owner of dailycanon.com
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Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 238
Graham Platner
Democratic nominee for US Senate in Maine
Democratic Party candidate, Maine
Episode: How Graham Platner Won the Democratic Primary
Bailey Newposter
Friend of the pod, noted live streamer
Artist / Live streamer
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Andrew Sage
Guest, discussing settler colonialism with a focus on Liberia and Israel
Episode: Settler Colonialism with Andrew
Jeremy Mulligan
Writes under the pseudonym Remy AK Rio; author of multiple books
In The Belly Magazine / Inside editor at In The Belly
Episode: CZM Book Club: Poems by Incarcerated Authors -- with In The Belly Magazine
Matthew Garcia
Poet and author; collaborator with In The Belly Magazine
In The Belly Magazine
Episode: CZM Book Club: Poems by Incarcerated Authors -- with In The Belly Magazine

Hosts

Mia Wong
Host (and co-host) with a focus on economic analysis, policy, and critical commentary.
Garrison Davis
Host and discussion lead, central to the show's debate and reporting.
James Stout
Co-host who participates in policy discussion and analysis.
Robert Evans
Co-host providing analysis and critique across topics.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 11.1k ratings
  • Solid mix of journalism and entertainment

    I came in from BTB and honestly not big in the podcasting world, but genuinely impressed with what the CZM team has accomplished. It’s OK to not agree with everything everyone on every show says. That’s the point - allowing ideas into your life from others with different perspectives. CZM does a great job of keeping it light, but letting the stories breathe when the implications are grim. That is an extremely hard tight rope to walk. Shout out to Sophie and Robert and the entire CZM team. You ar... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattMcLaren88
    United Statesa month ago
  • One of my favorite news sources

    Extremely happy with the uptick in episodes focused outside the US recently! Yall do great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gHearthplace
    United Statesa month ago
  • Sophomoric

    Whole crew would benefit immensely from a year working on a farm or fishing boat!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rich685
    Canadaa month ago
  • Biased

    I do not subscribe to either political party. So it becomes extremely obvious when the journalist has a side that he believes is the good guys vs the bad guys. Instead of presenting reasonable arguments and flaws in each side’s point of view (which there certainly are), he’s already decided who’s right and who’s wrong and needs you to agree with him. He’s not providing information so you can be a better informed citizen, he’s providing you an opinion by swaying the narrative. Really disappointin... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    condorswizzbeatz
    United States2 months ago
  • A pod of animals

    To be clear. If James Stout was to be given a podcast discussing animals, I would be subscribing to cooler zone TODAY!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gus the guess
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Appreciated for deep dives into organizing and surveillance topics.
Clear, forthright analysis with strong labor and civil-rights perspectives.
Listeners note the show's humor but praise its hard-hitting policy critique.
Some critique the pacing and laughter tone in certain episodes.
Positive about diverse guest experts and on-the-ground reporting.

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#29
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#131
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#34
Canada/News/Daily News
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#36
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#187
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#236
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It Could Happen Here Weekly 239
Q: What is the core takeaway from the geofence location data ruling?
The court ruled that police access to location data from tech companies constitutes a Fourth Amendment search, and the data is subject to privacy protections; the decision frames location history as deeply private due to its pervasive role in daily life, and does not settle all questions about how the data may be used.
The Arab Gulf States in the Line of Fire
Q: What is the main takeaway for the Gulf states after this conflict, and do you foresee changes in their alignment with the United States?
He suggests that Gulf states have been hedging for years, seeking concessions from the United States, and while they may recalibrate, significant shifts toward independent regional security arrangements are likely to emerge over the next few years rather than an abrupt realignment.
The Arab Gulf States in the Line of Fire
Q: What weight do you put on those reports that Saudi Arabia was secretly advocating for a more aggressive approach to the war?
The guest stresses a cautious, evolving view: while airstrikes occurred, he remains skeptical of the idea that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman aggressively pushed for war from the outset, noting that much was contingent on rapidly changing assessments and internal calculations.
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Q: What sparked the union drive at Muji Portland and what were the turning points?
Pay raises and appraisals revealed deep wage dissatisfaction, which, combined with chronic management abuse and poor HR access, catalyzed organizing through IWW; potlucks and underground meetings built solidarity and momentum leading to a public march and NLRA board win.
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Q: How did the union organizing start and accelerate so quickly?
Organizing began with light conversations that escalated after a coworker was fired under suspicious circumstances regarding a certification loan; management resistance and a few alarming actions triggered a unanimous early vote to form a union, followed by rapid meetings, leadership support from IWW, and a swift move to file paperwork and stage a walkout within days.

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This show operates as a daily, left-leaning news and analysis program that blends blunt political commentary with deep dives into labor rights, civil liberties, surveillance, and global conflicts. Episodes regularly feature labor organizing stories, movement-law perspectives, and critical takes on state power, often pairing on-the-ground reporting with expert analysis. A standout is the rapid, real-world chronicle of workplace organizing and solidarity actions, paired with thoughtful historical framing of repression and governance. The format also touches on immigration, technology policy, and cultural commentary, offering a provocative, irreverent lens on current events. Potential listeners who want sharp, candid analysis, with a focus on ... more

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