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Keen On America

Andrew Keen
Artificial Intelligence
United States
Donald Trump
Anthropic
Openai
Technology
Democracy
Democratic Party
Elon Musk
Violence
World Cup
Civil Rights
American Democracy
Congress
Civil Politics
Jesse Jackson
San Francisco
Capitalism
San Francisco, United States
Immigration

Nobody asks sharper or more impertinent questions than Andrew Keen. In KEEN ON, Andrew cross-examines the world’s smartest people on politics, economics, history, the environment, and tech. If you want to make sense of our complex world, check out the daily questions and the answers on KEEN ON. Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best-kno... more

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Recent Guests

Michelle Berenfeld
Author of Lessons from a Lost Republic
Episode: The Roman Road to the Ruin of its Republic: Michelle Berenfeld’s Lessons from Antiquity
Joby Warrick
Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist for The Washington Post, author of The Jackal
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Episode: The Deadly Americans: Adam Isacson & John Walsh on MAGA's Killing Rampage in Latin America
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Director of Drug Policy and the Andes, WOLA
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Episode: The Deadly Americans: Adam Isacson & John Walsh on MAGA's Killing Rampage in Latin America
Sam Roberts
Writer of obituaries for The New York Times
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Episode: Are They Dead Yet? Sam Roberts on the Art of the Obit
Renée M. Jones
Harvard Law School alumna, tenured professor of law at Boston College, author of Untamed Unicorns
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Episode: Is Jurassic Park Playing in Silicon Valley? Renée Jones on the Unicorn Stampede in Startup Finance.
James M. Scott
Historian and author of Empire of Ashes
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Episode: Three Deadly Days in August: James M. Scott on Truman, Hirohito & the Two Bombs That Ended the War
Gloria J. Browne-Marshall
Professor of Law, author of A Protest History of the United States
New York University School of Law (implied by role)
Episode: The United States of Protest: Gloria Browne-Marshall on the Engine Room of American Democracy
Casey Michel
Muckraking East Coast journalist and author
Author of United States of Oligarchy
Episode: The Banality of the Deal: Casey Michel on the United States of Oligarchy

Host

Andrew Keen
Host of the daily interview series focused on politics, economics, history, environment, and tech. Known for sharp, wide-ranging questions and a contrarian, skeptical stance.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 203 ratings
  • Always a good time here!

    Compelling conversations

    I appreciate the chapters to discover the contents

    Podcast Addict
    5
    RuminatingStoic
    a month ago
  • On balance ...

    Andrew has some obvious flaws but many , many strengths (depth-of-knowledge, style, clear-speaking, engaging ...).

    On balance a clear benefit to the podcasting world.

    Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wayne Tai Fai
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great…but Mr Keen should learn to listen more.

    Great guests, interesting questions, however Mr Keen should learn to listen and let his guests finish their sentences. He compulsively interrupts his guest, it’s distracting.

    Nonetheless a great show, wide ranging subjects, and great guests.

    Bonus, the “That Was The Week”, episodes with Mr Keith Teare are some of the best tech overviews in podcastland.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunlit Mechanism
    Canadaa year ago
  • Arrogant

    I have been listening to keen on for a while and some guests are great. The host is the ultimate know it all bit asked some good questions. However the most recent episode on surviving Auschwitz the guest refers to witnessing a suicide of a 2 year old who entered the water knowing they couldn’t swim and drowned. Andrew Keen agreed. This is so deeply deeply offensive and wrong. How dare he. For anyone who has lost a while this is such an absurd and cruel opinion. Disgraceful. Immediate unfollow. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    EmRoss24
    Australiaa year ago
  • Mr Keen should learn to listen

    Great guests, interesting questions, however Mr Keen should learn to listen and let his guests finish their sentences. He compulsively interrupts his guest, it’s really frustrating and distracting.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sunlit Mechanism
    Canada2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Some reviews highlight a provocative, combative interview style as engaging when balanced with strong guests.
Audiences cite depth of knowledge and a broad guest roster as strengths.
Critiques often target interruptions or pace, but many still praise the interview quality and range of topics.
Fans frequently recommend the show for those seeking thoughtful, policy-relevant conversations.
Listeners appreciate rigorous, globally minded discussions and the ability to connect ideas across disciplines.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Is Jurassic Park Playing in Silicon Valley? Renée Jones on the Unicorn Stampede in Startup Finance.
Q: Why do unicorns and private startups stay private so long, and what does that do to accountability?
Renée explains that private status reduces disclosure and weakens governance oversight, allowing mismanagement and misconduct to flourish until investors or regulators force a truth through crises or exits.
The Yesterday of the Jackal: Joby Warrick Meets Carlos, the World’s Original Super-Terrorist
Q: How does Carlos's legacy relate to today's terrorist networks?
Warrick connects Carlos's era to contemporary trends where terrorists use proxies and criminal networks, including encrypted platforms, to evade detection and to conduct attacks for profit rather than ideology.
The Yesterday of the Jackal: Joby Warrick Meets Carlos, the World’s Original Super-Terrorist
Q: Was the OPEC raid sponsored by a state actor, and if so, who?
Warrick reveals evidence suggesting Libyan sponsorship (Muammar Gaddafi) over Saddam Hussein, highlighting how state backing enabled Carlos to operate with impunity and how this case illustrates state-sponsored terrorism as a broader pattern.
The Yesterday of the Jackal: Joby Warrick Meets Carlos, the World’s Original Super-Terrorist
Q: Tell me about your experience with Carlos the Jackal.
Warrick describes his surreal, hour-long interview with Carlos in a Paris-area prison, noting that Carlos can be unreliable and often embellishes his own story, but that the encounter provides valuable context for understanding his mindset and historical actions.
Three Deadly Days in August: James M. Scott on Truman, Hirohito & the Two Bombs That Ended the War
Q: What was Truman's attitude toward LeMay and the field command during the bombings?
Truman operated as a civilian commander with ultimate responsibility; LeMay handled field execution, and while Truman relied on advisors, the decisions ultimately rested with him rather than military leadership alone.

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A hard-hitting interview series that probes politics, economics, history, environment, and technology through conversations with prominent thinkers and authors. Expect brisk, wide-ranging questions that surface rigorous analyses, historical context, and provocative viewpoints from guests ranging from historians and policy experts to economists and cultural critics. The show often threads contemporary issues through long-form discussions, offering practical takeaways for listeners who want nuanced, idea-forward commentary and insights into how big ideas shape real-world outcomes. A noteworthy trait is the host's incisive, argumentative style paired with guests who are frequently prolific writers or researchers, which can yield deep, interdis... more

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1. Michelle Berenfeld
2. Joby Warrick
3. Adam Isacson
4. John Walsh
5. Sam Roberts
6. Renée M. Jones
7. James M. Scott
8. Gloria J. Browne-Marshall

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