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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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Gabriel Hetland, author of a [recent article](jacobin.com/2025/11/mamdani-chavez-torres-municipal-democracy-socialism) for Jacobin, looks to Venezuela for a model of municipal socialism. Lea Ypi, author of [Indignity](us.macmillan.com... more

Featuring Fernando Haddad on Brazilian political economy and where Brazil fits into a world capitalist system structured by relationships of domination and unequal exchange. Haddad is Finance Minister of Brazil. He served as mayor of São Paulo and in... more

Neoliberalism’s victory over Keynesianism wasn’t an intellectual revolution — it was a class offensive. Vivek Chibber unpacks how employers and political elites turned economic turmoil into an opportunity to reshape society on their terms.

The late... more

Jacob Silverman, author of Gilded Rage, examines the rightward move of the Silicon Valley elite. Forrest Hylton conducts a political tour d’horizon of South America.

Behind the News, hosted by Doug Henwood, covers the worlds of economics and politi... more

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Recent Guests

Margaux MacColl
Tech and government reporter at the San Francisco Standard
San Francisco Standard
Episode: Behind the News: Big-Tech War Profiteers w/ Susannah Glickman
Susannah Glickman
Assistant professor of history at Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University
Episode: Behind the News: Big-Tech War Profiteers w/ Susannah Glickman
Alexandra Wandel
First coordinator of the Seattle to Brussels Network, Trade and Sustainability Coordinator at Friends of the Earth Europe, anti-globalization activist
Friends of the Earth Europe
Episode: Dig: Another World Was Possible
Gonzalo Berrón
Transnational Institute Associated Fellow, advisor to Brazilian Trade Union Federation, organizer with the Hemispheric Social Alliance
Transnational Institute
Episode: Dig: Another World Was Possible
Paul Adlerstein
Associate Professor of 20th Century US and World History, author of a book on globalization
Colorado College
Episode: Dig: Another World Was Possible
Jesse Baum
Reporter for Capital & Main, focusing on labor issues
Capital & Main
Episode: Jacobin Radio: Louisiana Labor Struggle w/ Jesse Baum & David Williams
David Williams
A Dollar General worker and organizer with Step Up Louisiana
Step Up Louisiana
Episode: Jacobin Radio: Louisiana Labor Struggle w/ Jesse Baum & David Williams
Eoghan Gilmartin
Irish journalist based in Madrid and a regular contributor to Jacobin.
Jacobin
Episode: Long Reads: Pedro Sanchez and Spanish Politics w/ Eoghan Gilmartin (Part 1)
Tom Alter
Associate Professor of History at Texas State University and advocate for academic freedom
Texas State University
Episode: Jacobin Radio: How to Resist ICE and Win w/ Bill Gallegos

Hosts

Melissa Nashek
Host of Confronting Capitalism, Melissa Nashek engages in discussions that focus on economic systems, social justice, and critical analysis of contemporary capitalism.
Suzi Weissman
Host of Jacobin Radio, Suzi Weissman covers a range of topics including history, politics, and social issues, often featuring interviews with various political figures and academics.
Doug Henwood
Host of Behind the News, Doug Henwood provides analysis and commentary on contemporary political issues, often focusing on leftist perspectives.
Daniel Denver
Host of The Dig, Daniel Denver engages listeners with discussions centered on socialist movements and critical history, aiming to contextualize current political climates.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • 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
    a month 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
    4
    midwestBlue
    United States3 months ago
  • Confronting Capitalism

    This show with Vivek Chibber restores some credibility of Jacobin.

    Please retire the namesake show with Suzi, or change the host. Her lopsided obsession with Russia—compared to the tepid take on the occasional other topics—and the glaringly absent coverage of Palestine are suspiciously incongruent with Jacobin and the rest of the channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crystalash
    United States4 months ago
  • Essential listening

    You really must

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LenBurr
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • A staple in left education

    Podcast Addict
    5
    c0l0r5
    6 months ago

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The coverage of historical issues intertwined with current politics is often praised, reinforcing its educational value.
Audience members find the podcast a vital source for leftist perspectives in contemporary political discussions.
There are criticisms of some hosts for interrupting guests or dominating conversations, which can detract from the interview quality.

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Dig: Third World Networks w/ Walden Bello and Jane Nalunga
Q: What lessons emerged from the struggles against neoliberal policies in the 1980s?
Civil society movements had to take the lead in fighting against counter-revolutionary measures that weakened states.
Confronting Capitalism: Office Hours With Vivek
Q: What do you think about the police and prison abolition movement?
The movement comes from a good place addressing police brutality, but as a political slogan, 'abolish the police' can be problematic as it may suggest leaving communities vulnerable to crime without support.
Confronting Capitalism: Office Hours With Vivek
Q: Can you explain what false consciousness is?
False consciousness refers to the mistaken understanding workers have about their interests and how they see their situation. It can imply they don't realize they're being exploited, which can be erroneous thinking from a Marxist perspective.
Confronting Capitalism: Office Hours With Vivek
Q: Is there a reason why we focus so much on labor unions?
Labor unions are central because they are where workers can effectively contest the power of capital, as they collectively bargain within the workplace, disrupting the flow of profits.
Confronting Capitalism: Office Hours With Vivek
Q: What is the difference between labor unions and other community associations such as tenants units?
Labor unions are organizations formed at the workplace to negotiate over workplace conditions, while tenant unions are focused on renters' rights. Both play important roles in the working class movement but have different areas of influence.

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

Focusing on a mix of news, politics, and history, the content revolves around critical discussions that unpack contemporary socio-political issues. Episodes frequently critique power structures and advocate for labor rights while also exploring historical context behind current events. Listeners will find engaging dialogues covering topics such as populism, class struggle, and labor movements, elevating voices from various social movements, including insights into international affairs and grassroots activism. The podcast stands out for its in-depth analysis and contributions from a diverse range of scholars, political figures, and activists, making it a valuable resource for those interested in leftist perspectives on pressing issues.

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