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News, politics, history and more from Jacobin. Featuring The Dig, Long Reads, Confronting Capitalism, Behind the News, Jacobin Radio with Suzi Weissman, and occasional specials.

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We’ve now entered the second week of the US-Israeli war on Iran. Donald Trump’s War Secretary Pete Hegseth has boasted about the US military machine bringing “death and destruction” to the country.

Afshin Matin-Asgari joined Long Reads on Monday, M... more

What are Iranians actually experiencing right now? Suzi speaks with Yassamine Mather, an Iranian socialist who has been in direct contact with relatives, colleagues, and comrades inside Iran throughout the bombing. Yassamine is chair of Hands Off the... more

Featuring Ben Mabie and Salar Mohandesi on what the war on Iran tells us about US imperialism, and why the US doesn’t have a massive anti-war movement even amid historic anti-war public sentiment. Capitalist states have changed war-making in ways tha... more

Behrooz Ghamari, author of The Long War on Iran, looks at the politics and culture of the country. Anatol Lieven analyzes the effects of the war on Iran on the region and world.

Behind the News, hosted by Doug Henwood, covers the worlds of economic... more

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Recent Guests

Geoff Simpson
PAC Director at Justice Democrats
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Episode: The Dig: Primary Strategy w/ Geoff Simpson
Matt Karp
Historian and writer
Jacobin Magazine
Episode: Confronting Capitalism: How Work Got So Bad
Crystal Ball
Political commentator and journalist
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Episode: Confronting Capitalism: How Work Got So Bad
Tessa West
A social psychologist at NYU specializing in interpersonal and group dynamics.
New York University
Episode: Behind the News: The Psychology of the Epstein Gang w/ Tessa West
Joshua Craze
Writer and expert on Sudanese politics
Episode: Long Reads: The Sudanese Catastrophe w/ Joshua Craze
Ksenia Kagarlitskaya
Founder of the Freedom Zone and daughter of Boris Kagarlitsky
Episode: Jacobin Radio: Four Years of War in Ukraine w/ Oleksandr Kyselov
Stuart Schrader
Associate Professor of History at Johns Hopkins
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Behind the News: Authoritarianism From Below w/ Stuart Schrader
David Backer
Associate Professor of Education at Seton Hall University
Seton Hall University
Episode: Behind the News: How Mortgage Fraud Devastated East New York w/ Stacy Horn
Stacy Horn
Author of The Killing Fields of East New York
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Episode: Behind the News: How Mortgage Fraud Devastated East New York w/ Stacy Horn

Hosts

Melissa Naschek
Host of Confronting Capitalism, known for addressing the intersections of economics and labor.
Doug Henwood
Host of Behind the News, providing critical analysis of current events and economic issues.
Daniel Denvir
Host of The Dig, specializing in political analysis and labor issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • Compatible Left

    The Dig, Jacobin Radio, Confronting Capitalism, now Behind the News—the characterization of Maduro and Bolivarian revolution is no different from corporate media’s distortion, when there are empirical evidence and independent journalism to refute such lies. Replying on the same “experts” further siloed the view.

    Suzi has always been a bit sus (given her one-sided accounts of Russia), but the others also unveiled to be biased unfortunately confirms warnings I dismissed before.

    To compromise t... more

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    Crystalash
    United States2 months ago
  • Jacobin Radio

    Disciplined and focused discussion of the left. Much to learn

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacobin Radio
    United States3 months ago
  • Very educational for building class consciousness

    Really enjoy this podcast overall. Very knowledgeable hosts and guests that bring a valuable mix of socialist perspectives across disciplines: history, economics, political science, labor organizing etc. Appreciate that it also gets beyond theory to questions of building political power to advance a people-focused agenda.

    Areas for improvement: I did find it a little hard to connect with at first…feels like there are 4 podcasts in one. Might be worth separating at least into 2 separate shows. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lawn Rocket
    United States4 months ago
  • A good representation of the modern American Left. Recommended, even if you're not a Leftist like me. You'll hear coverage not available on corporate media.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Tricycular Manslaughter
    5 months ago
  • july 2, 2025

    Suzi Weissman should let her guest talk more instead of trying to control the conversation. use a little more control of yourself Suzi, we are here to hear what your guests have to say. stop wanting to be the story and quit interrupting your guests. Suzi Weissman is annoying as an interviewer because she sees herself as the guest herself. not a fan of Suzi Weissman.

    Apple Podcasts
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    midwestBlue
    United States7 months ago

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The podcast is noted for its educational value, particularly in building awareness of class consciousness and systemic inequalities.
Listeners appreciate the critical analysis and depth of discussion on leftist political movements and current events.
Some listeners express dissatisfaction with specific hosts' interview styles, indicating a desire for more balanced dialogue during episodes.

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Jacobin Radio: Four Years of War in Ukraine w/ Oleksandr Kyselov
Q: Do you have hope for the left and the international community's response in the upcoming months?
They need to start thinking about how to achieve self-sufficiency and alternatives, possibly building links with global south countries.
Jacobin Radio: Four Years of War in Ukraine w/ Oleksandr Kyselov
Q: What is your assessment of the current peace talks and plans?
The fixed idea from Russia is the subjugation of Ukraine, and any peace process will simply be used to continue this goal under better conditions for Russia.
Jacobin Radio: Four Years of War in Ukraine w/ Oleksandr Kyselov
Q: What does it mean to you personally to be from Donetsk, a city that the US president's envoy is prepared to hand to Russia?
For me, the most important thing is that there will be peace. If something guarantees peace, I wouldn't be the first to oppose it, but it doesn't seem like that's a possibility.
Long Reads: The Sudanese Catastrophe w/ Joshua Craze
Q: What has been the impact of war on the civilian population?
The civilian population faces immense humanitarian consequences, including loss of health care, rampant food insecurity, and civilian casualties owing to direct violence.
Long Reads: The Sudanese Catastrophe w/ Joshua Craze
Q: Could you elaborate on the role of outside states in relation to Sudan during this period?
Outside states like Egypt and the UAE have influenced Sudan via military support and resource strategies, with each party jockeying for dominance amidst internal conflicts.

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Exploring a wide array of pressing political issues, this podcast covers topics such as economics, labor movements, political history, and contemporary social issues. Discussions frequently center on the intersections of capitalism, technology, and activism, providing insights from various perspectives, including leftist critiques of mainstream narratives. The program features a blend of well-researched interviews with prominent intellectuals and grassroots activists, showcasing a commitment to both historical context and current events. Notable episodes analyze themes like the impact of AI on jobs, systemic racism in public school finance, and grassroots activism against authoritarian policies.

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7. Stuart Schrader
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