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CounterSpin provides a critical examination of the each week’s major news stories, and exposes what the mainstream media may have missed in their own coverage. Combines lively discussion and thoughtful critique. Produced by the national media watch group FAIR (Fairness and Accuracy In Reporting).

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This week on CounterSpin:

Luddites didn’t hate machines: Historian (and online educator) Casey Fiesler reminds us that the Luddites, who were 19th century English textile workers, were not anti-technology, they

were anti the unaccountable deploymen... more

CounterSpin provides a critical examination of the each week’s major news stories, and exposes what the mainstream media may have missed in their own coverage. Produced by the national media watch group FAIR (Fairness and Accuracy In Reporting).

The... more

This week on CounterSpin:

• You may have seen videos of college commencement speakers telling students who’ve spent time and money learning how to read, write and think critically that that was dumb, cuz AI is going to be doing that from now on, so ... more

FIFA, the governing body of association football, concocted a “FIFA Peace Prize”—described as recognizing “individuals for exceptional contributions to peace and unity”—in order to award it to Donald Trump. Alongside revelations of deep-seated corrup... more

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Recent Guests

Karma Chavez
Professor of Mexican American and Latina/Latino Studies at UT Austin; President of the AAUP Chapter at UT Austin
University of Texas at Austin; American Association of University Professors
Episode: CounterSpin – Karma Chávez on Academic Freedom, Alex Main on War on Cuba?
Jules Boykoff
Former professional soccer player, professor at Pacific University, author on sport and society
Pacific University
Episode: CounterSpin: Jules Boykoff on World Cup and ‘Sportswashing’ – May 17, 2026
Angelo Carisone
President of Media Matters for America
Media Matters for America
Episode: CounterSpin – May 10, 2026
Derek Kravitz
Investigative journalist, Deputy Editor of Special Projects at Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports
Episode: CounterSpin – May 3, 2026
Jesse Rabinowitz
Campaign and Communications Director at the National Homelessness Law Center
National Homelessness Law Center
Episode: CounterSpin – April 26, 2026
Maritza Perez Medina
Director of Federal Affairs at the Drug Policy Alliance
Drug Policy Alliance
Episode: CounterSpin – April 26, 2026
Sarah Anderson
Director of the Global Economy Project at the Institute for Policy Studies; co-editor of inequality.org
Institute for Policy Studies
Episode: CounterSpin – April 19, 2026
Leah Holland
Campaigns and Communications Director at Fight for the Future; social artist and activist
Fight for the Future
Episode: CounterSpin – April 19, 2026
Bobby Seale
Founding member of the Black Panther Party; historical archival moment
Historically associated with Black Panther Party
Episode: CounterSpin – April 19, 2026

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Janine Jackson
Host known for providing critical insights on various news topics, guiding discussions rooted in social justice and media accountability.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
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    pezent
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Gives listeners the goods when it comes to fact versus fiction in major news stories that are misrepresented or otherwise disingenuously covered by the larger media. A definite left slant is present, but, well, the left tends to be straighter shooters when it comes to large policy proscriptions don't they?

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Some reviews mention a noticeable left bias, which is acknowledged but deemed necessary for presenting alternative viewpoints.
Occasional complaints about advertising content interrupting the flow of discussions.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth critiques of major news topics and the focus on underrepresented perspectives.

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CounterSpin – January 11, 2026
Q: How does appropriate journalism of this kind of situation help our understanding of what's happening, and what could good reporting do?
Elner argues for reporting that amplifies authentic voices from Venezuela, explores the humanitarian impact, and examines legal and constitutional precedents, showing the consequences beyond US interests and highlighting that there are no clear limits to executive power when it comes to intervention.
CounterSpin – January 11, 2026
Q: Well, I would ask you, first of all, just to help us fill in a space that US corporate news media leave empty, and that is the voices of Venezuelan people.
Elner responds by describing a diaspora and ground-level Venezuelan voices that are often excluded from mainstream coverage, emphasizing that Venezuelans are not politically monolithic and that media should elevate diverse Venezuelan perspectives to avoid painting a single, over-simplified narrative.
CounterSpin – December 7, 2025
Q: How has U.S. intervention shaped the current political landscape in Honduras?
US policy and military presence, historically and currently, have molded Honduras' political terrain, guiding economic arrangements, security priorities, and which parties gain leverage, often to the detriment of democratic processes and human rights.
CounterSpin – December 7, 2025
Q: What is at stake in the Honduran elections beyond who wins the presidency?
The stakes include the persistent U.S. influence on political outcomes, the role of social movements in shaping policy, and the potential shift in Honduras' governance in ways that could either challenge or reinforce existing power structures aligned with U.S. interests.
CounterSpin – January 4, 2026
Q: Why does that song mean so much to you?
Morello explains how This Land Is Your Land has historically spoken to economic equality and collective belonging, not just American patriotism, and how censorship of its verses hid a more radical message about social justice.

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2. Jules Boykoff
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4. Derek Kravitz
5. Jesse Rabinowitz
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7. Sarah Anderson
8. Leah Holland

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