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Joshua Citarella
Neoliberalism
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Donald Trump
Capitalism
Democratic Party
Climate Change
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Republican Party
Youtube
Dark Forest Theory
Marxism
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Gateway Tapes
Professional Managerial Class
Globalization
Covid-19
New Right
Silicon Valley
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Artist and internet culture writer. patreon.com/joshuacitarella joshuacitarella.substack.com

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We discuss Claire’s background in art, working at Sculpture Center, studying at SAIC and navigating the extreme inequality of American life. I share some war stories about the hazards of DIY creative life, freelancing and healthcare.

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My guest is Claire Valdez, a union organizer, artist and democratic socialist running for congress in NY-7. Valdez has garnered an impressive list of endorsements; Bernie Sanders, Zohran Mamdani, UAW’s Shawn Fain, DSA, Mahmoud Khalil, Zephyr Teachout... more

Abby and I analyze the new Manosphere doc by Louis Theroux, college campus politics, elite formation, legacy vs alt media, and explore some deeper themes from her new film.

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My guest is Abby Martin, a journalist and documentarian. We explore the early years of internet culture (before big platforms and algorithms) back when Occupy Wall Street and 4chan were on the same side. This formative period gave birth to the first ... more

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Recent Guests

Claire Valdez
union organizer, artist and democratic socialist, running for Congress in New York 7th
Claire Valdez for Congress (New York 7th)
Episode: Doomscroll 48: Claire Valdez
Abby Martin
Journalist and documentarian, director of Earth's Greatest Enemy
Earth's Greatest Enemy film
Episode: Doomscroll 47: Abby Martin
Natalie Wynn
Video essayist and content creator, guest on the episode
Episode: Doomscroll 46: ContraPoints
John Wilson
Filmmaker and documentarian, director of The History of Concrete
Self/Independent filmmaker
Episode: Doomscroll 45: John Wilson
Dustin Guastella
Director of Operations at Teamsters Local 623; writer and researcher
Teamsters Local 623; Damage Magazine; Center for Working-Class Politics
Episode: Doomscroll 44: Dustin Guastella
Gianmarco Soresi
Comedian and host of the Downside Podcast
Episode: Doomscroll 43: Gianmarco Soresi
Emma Vigeland
Co-host of The Majority Report
The Majority Report with Sam Seder
Episode: Doomscroll 42: Emma Vigeland
David Wengrow
Archaeologist and professor at University College London
University College London
Episode: Doomscroll 41: David Wengrow
Ro Khanna
A U.S. Congressman and advocate for social democracy
U.S. Congress
Episode: [PREVIEW] Doomscroll 39.5: Ro Khanna

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Joshua Citarella
Host of the show and a commentator on internet culture and politics

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 900 ratings
  • Always informative

    Well researched and excellent interview questions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Acyl
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the pod

    Great conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raadi.R
    United States4 months ago
  • Fascinating and Smart

    I really enjoy almost every episode of this podcast. So hip and I feel like I always get a new insight into media, the internet, and political possibilities.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yehaawww!
    United States5 months ago
  • Right Wing Bull

    Basically just parrots a lot of right wing bull. Doesn’t deal with the stupidity of Hesgeth Vance and Trump.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    80'sVillager
    United States6 months ago
  • Keep it Up

    Finally. In a glut of bloviation, we find a podcast where the host asks precise and thought-generating questions instead of using a guest as grist for aimless ranting. The host actually serves his guests and audience! Such a tonic right now. Please keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aravail
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Broad range of guests keeps episodes fresh and provocative.
Thoughtful, well-researched interview style that challenges guests and listeners.
Smart, engaging discussions on media, internet culture, and politics.
Some listeners feel occasional bias or style preferences in guest selection and framing.

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Doomscroll 48: Claire Valdez
Q: How do you speak to voters outside your ideological bubble and win them over on affordability and labor issues?
The approach centers on acknowledging shared economic concerns, especially rent, childcare, and energy costs, and presenting a social democratic framework as a practical solution that benefits a broad majority, rather than relying on ideological purity.
Doomscroll 48: Claire Valdez
Q: What convinced you to run for New York 7th?
Valdez explains that her decision to run came after a lengthy process of conviction, influenced by a desire to increase union density in Congress and to bring working-class perspectives into policymaking, rather than pursuing personal fame or media branding.
Doomscroll 46: ContraPoints
Q: Can counter-messaging alone de-radicalize people, or is offline community essential?
Offline community, meaningful work, and real-life engagement are essential components for de-radicalization; online content alone tends to amplify radicalization rather than reduce it.
Doomscroll 46: ContraPoints
Q: How effective are left-wing video essays in influencing electoral outcomes in a majoritarian democracy?
They are valuable for education and ideological clarification, but they cannot by themselves win national elections; the strategy should combine deeper analysis with broader coalition-building and pragmatic political engagement within existing institutions.
[PREVIEW] Doomscroll 45.5: John Wilson
Q: You recently played Sundance and the Copenhagen Film Festival. Has it shown anywhere else yet?
The guest says it has shown at Big Sky Film Festival in Missoula, Montana, and suggested a release timeline around the summer.

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