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Jacobin Radio

Jacobin
Neoliberalism
Capitalism
Trump Administration
Labor Movement
Iran
Socialism
Donald Trump
Democratic Party
Israel
United States
Social Democracy
Venezuela
Gaza
China
Ukraine
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ICE
Russia
Zohran Mamdani
Welfare State

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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Suzi speaks with Kate Levin, Janis Yue, and Sanjay Madhav, lead organizers of United Faculty-UAW, about their unionization drive at the University of Southern California (USC), one that would create the largest bargaining unit of non-tenure-track fac... more

The third episode in a series on the history of Indonesia: a hinge in the world system where colonialism and revolution have decisively shaped the trajectory of global history. This installment picks up with the 1942 Japanese conquest of the Dutch Ea... more

Hungary’s long-serving authoritarian prime minister Viktor Orbán was defeated in an April 12 election. We get two views of what that means, from historian Kyle Shybunko and independent scholar Anita Zsurzsán.

Behind the News, hosted by Doug Henwood... more

How effective has the Left’s political strategy been since the first Bernie Sanders campaign? And how has our relationship to the Democratic Party changed?

On this special episode of Confronting Capitalism, recorded live at Littlefield in Brooklyn ... more

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Recent Guests

Zoran Mamdani
progressive candidate and public figure discussed as a test case for strategy
New York political scene
Episode: Confronting Capitalism: Which Way Forward for the Left?
Clara Mattei
Italian-born political economist, professor at the University of Tulsa, author of Escape from Capitalism
University of Tulsa; Forum for Real Economic Emancipation (FREE)
Episode: Jacobin Radio: Escaping Capitalism w/ Clara Mattei
Andrew Cockburn
Washington editor of Harper's Magazine; author of Washington Is Burning
Harper's Magazine; Verso
Episode: Behind the News: The Greed Driving US Politics w/ Andrew Cockburn
Hadas Thier
Brooklyn-based journalist; author and Jacobin contributor
Jacob in
Episode: Behind the News: The Greed Driving US Politics w/ Andrew Cockburn
Farabi Fakih
Head of the master's program in the history department; researcher on decolonization and natural resource management
Gajah Mada University
Episode: The Dig: Nusantara Ep. 2 — National Awakening, Red Movement
David Griscom
Author and journalist
The Myth of Red Texas (Nation Books/Or Books)
Episode: Behind the News: Venezuela After Maduro w/ Gabriel Hetland
Benjamin Fong
Associate Director of the Center for Work and Democracy at Arizona State University; co-editor of Rustin's Challenge
Arizona State University / Center for Work and Democracy
Episode: Confronting Capitalism: This Century’s Biggest Labor Battle
Mouin Rabbani
Co-editor of Jadaliyah and host of Jadaliyah's EZine
Jadaliyah
Episode: Behind the News: Complications of the Iran War w/ Mouin Rabbani
Helen Yaffe
Professor of Latin American Political Economy, University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
Episode: Behind the News: Complications of the Iran War w/ Mouin Rabbani

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
  • Slop

    This is controlled opposition. Not even remotely close to a reasonable political analysis. An intellectually, dishonest neo liberal podcast. Don’t waste your time.

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    BerniePlease
    United States15 days ago
  • Best show out there!

    Doug is a great host, his show is excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lesw8
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States3 months ago
  • Jacobin Radio

    Disciplined and focused discussion of the left. Much to learn

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacobin Radio
    United States5 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
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    Lawn Rocket
    United States6 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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Behind the News: The Greed Driving US Politics w/ Andrew Cockburn
Q: Andrew, you open by saying empires are at their most interesting when they start tumbling into final decline. Is that where we are?
We can always hope, but the signs point toward a United States in relative decline, with China rising economically and a general malaise influencing national sentiment.
Long Reads: Decoding the French Left w/ Sebastian Budgen (Part 1)
Q: Were there significant factional divisions in play in the Socialist Party's support for Macron's choice of Prime Minister, and what were the terms of that support?
Budgen explains that the Socialist Party shifted toward a more conciliatory stance with the government, trading concessions like suspending pension reform for a degree of parliamentary influence, while trying to distance themselves from Hollande-era austerity politics and maintain a unity-within-left narrative.
Behind the News: Venezuela After Maduro w/ Gabriel Hetland
Q: How would you describe the transition politically in Venezuela after January 3rd and the recent changes in leadership?
Hetland explains that while the inner circle remained, there has been a shift toward a more market-oriented agenda and a distancing from socialist rhetoric, all under the umbrella of US influence and sanctions that shape the country's policy trajectory.
Behind the News: Complications of the Iran War w/ Mouin Rabbani
Q: What is the impact of U.S. policy on Cuba, and how does Cuban leadership respond?
Helen Yaffe explains that the Cuban leadership maintains legitimacy through continuity and resilience, with popular support for sovereignty and social justice despite sanctions, while leadership remains cautious about reforms and balancing international pressure with domestic needs.
Behind the News: Complications of the Iran War w/ Mouin Rabbani
Q: Why does Trump's approach seem inconsistent, and what are the dynamics with Israel's strategy?
The discussion attributes this to a mix of domestic political pressure, Netanyahu's influence, and a war hawk spectrum in Washington that tends to push for a rapid decapitation strategy; there is skepticism about achieving durable outcomes and concerns about off-ramps being blocked by allied interests.

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What is Jacobin Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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