
SEASON TWO: THE KINGMAKERS IS HERE Master Plan, the award-winning investigative podcast series from The Lever, reveals the hidden forces behind today’s biggest problems — and how small groups of powerful people engineered those problems to serve their own interests. We are exposing their schemes. Narrated by David Sirota, an award-winning investigative journalist and Oscar nominee for his work on ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 24 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Before Trump, there was Nixon. His attempts to seize the power of the purse and secretly expand the Vietnam War forged a constitutional crisis, a backlash, and a template for an imperial presidency.
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We’ve got big news — Master Plan is now a book!
Master Plan: The Hidden Plot to Legalize Corruption in America, co-authored by David Sirota and Jared Jacang Maher, is now available from all major booksellers. The 265-page book expands on the award-w... more
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This series offers an in-depth exploration of the systemic corruption and political maneuvering that have influenced American democracy over the past several decades. The narrative weaves together significant historical events, including the Watergate scandal, the Citizens United decision, and the implications of the upcoming 2024 elections. By delving into secret documents and featuring interviews with key figures, the show aims to illuminate the mechanisms by which wealth and power shape political landscapes, effectively making democracy a framework for oligarchy. It is particularly noteworthy for its investigative approach, combining hard-hitting journalism with a compelling storytelling format, making it essential listening for anyone i... more
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