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Pod Damn America

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Gothic socialist comedy podcast by two idiot comedians: Jake Flores and Anders J. Lee. @poddamnamerica patreon.com/poddamnamerica

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes561Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

&y & &ers celebrate weed's birthday with our annual reading of "Wally B" (Walter Benjamin)! This year, we read Leon Wieseltier's weasel-tier preface to Benjamin's Illuminations, then "Unpacking My Library" and a section of Berlin Childhood. For full ... more

We chat about prestige TV and Anders' recent disruption with Climate Defiance of a Rahm Emanuel event. Then, in light of the revelations about now former Congressman and Gubernatorial candidate, Eric Swalwell, we dive into his sus as hell career. Sub... more

We discuss Sysco's buyout of the entire food supply industry and how the soviets distributed food differently before speculating about delicious possibilities, tasty futures, bomb ass utopias etc. Also rich comedians, warehouse fires, the pope, latin... more

We talk about Olivia Reingold of The Free Press's coverage of Abdul El-Sayed's "narrowed eyes", Hasan campaigning for candidates, etc. Then Anders walks us through the case for abolishing the Supreme Court. Articles referenced: catalyst-journ... more

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Recent Guests

Nate (Tyler)
Member of Hate Speech Pod, invited guest
Hate Speech Pod
Episode: PDA x Hatespeech Pod vs Garrison Keillor
Nate Smith
Climate activist and organizer involved with Climate Defiance and Extinction Rebellion
Climate Defiance, Extinction Rebellion
Episode: &&& - Clim&te Defi&nce w/ Nate Smith
Sarahana Shrestha
New York Assemblymember, Hudson Valley representative
New York Assembly/Build Public Renewables Act advocacy
Episode: Power Authoritarianism w/Sarahana Shrestha
Kim Kelly
Labor journalist and author of Fight Like Hell
Episode: Epic Class Warfare w/Kim Kelly
Paul Heideman
Historian and author of Rogue Elephant
Jackman Magazine
Episode: Rogue Elephant w/Paul Heideman
Arturo Gomez
Defense attorney representing tenants in eviction cases
Episode: Better Call Arturo w/ Arturo Gomez
Nikhil Pal Singh
Professor of History at NYU
NYU
Episode: Hole Milk Empire w/ Nikhil Pal Singh
Alex Megaro
Editor and producer of the documentary on the WTO protests
WTO 99 documentary
Episode: WTO WTF w/ Alex Megaro
Asad Dandia
University lecturer, tour guide, New York City native and organizer
New York Narratives
Episode: The View from Muslim NYC w/Asad Dandia

Hosts

Jake Flores
Co-host and comedian known for his comedic takes on politics and culture.
Anders J. Lee
Co-host and comedian with a focus on leftist thought and cultural critique.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Consistently doing great work bringing theory and entertainment

    Podchaser
    5
    Justin
    10 months ago
  • Please

    Edit out the blablablamsound when you mess up a word. Dude that’s right inside my ear every time. I’m begging you to stop because I don’t want to leave for that reason but it’s so bad. I just can’t anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    spacebag
    United Statesa year ago
  • The hosts are dumb

    Jake, who is growing the food in your utopia where everyone is an artist?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Brayyyden
    United Statesa year ago
  • Western Bias and misrepresentation of Palestinian Resistance

    Big yikes at allowing the words “Hamas is like the Palestinian Taliban” in this ep. I’ve been disappointed in the past by the western bias of your discussions on this topic, but I think this might be the last straw for me. Perhaps y’all could try interviewing actual Palestinians connected to the resistance? Because repeatedly pointing out that Hamas is “right wing” without acknowledging that they work hand in hand with literal Marxists (PFLP) who study and teach leftist theory while physically d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    weakbrainedpeasant
    United Statesa year ago
  • Truly downhill since Alex left

    You got two straight man comedians that think they know everything and it is just boring now, not to mention the quasi anarchist takes. This show was better than quorators and still can be again. Either get Ptak back or another silly type guy. No, neither one of you are silly

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Young Brave
    United States2 years ago

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Positive feedback often centers around the hosts' rapport and ability to tackle complex topics in an entertaining way.

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&&& - Clim&te Defi&nce w/ Nate Smith
Q: What do you do if the FBI knocks on your door?
Explain the situation calmly, ask for identification, insist on talking through a lawyer, and avoid answering questions without legal representation; use the moment to organize a response with legal guidance and public communication.
Power Authoritarianism w/Sarahana Shrestha
Q: What have been the political and practical hurdles to passing such a reform?
Hurdles include governor opposition, concerns about rate impacts during climate policy, and the challenge of building broad bipartisan support. The strategy relies on local organizing, district-level accountability, and presenting public power as the practical solution to escalating utility costs.
Power Authoritarianism w/Sarahana Shrestha
Q: How does the Hudson Valley Power Authority differ from the BPRA, and what is its status?
HBRA focuses on delivering public ownership for the region's delivery utilities by creating a not-for-profit state corporation that can acquire utilities, issue bonds, and replace a private board with a more democratic structure. It is framed as a practical, bottom-up approach to demonstrate how public power can work in practice.
Power Authoritarianism w/Sarahana Shrestha
Q: Could you summarize the Build Public Renewables Act and why it matters for the Hudson Valley?
The act aims to authorize and mandate publicly owned energy generation through NYPA, creating cheaper, locally produced power with labor protections, and reducing dependence on private utilities. It's a blueprint to shift from private to public ownership, starting in a defined region and potentially creating a statewide model.
Epic Class Warfare w/Kim Kelly
Q: How does Frances Perkins' legacy inform today's labor policy and immigration enforcement?
Kelly details Perkins' role in expanding labor protections and defending immigrant workers, including defunding abusive immigration enforcement practices (Section 24) and rescuing refugees. The hosts contrast Perkins' proactive stance with the current administration's approach, underscoring how historical precedents shape contemporary debates on labor and immigration policy.

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