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Politics Theory Other
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UK General Election
Reform UK

A podcast on radical politics, critical theory, and history. Hosted by Alex Doherty. Patreon: www.patreon.com/poltheoryother Contact: politicstheoryother@gmail.com

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It's become commonplace to describe our current epoch in terms of "uncertain times", whether when talking about the Covid-19 pandemic, geopolitical ruptures, or the rapid rise of insurgent political forces. But Natasha Lennard argues that talk of unc... more

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Richard returns to talk about this year's wildfires. We talked about the scale and extent of the wildfires, how they compare to recent years, and the threat of the so-called weather whiplash effect, with heatwaves and wildfires being followed by seve... more

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James Meadway joins PTO to discuss the report he recently authored for the Verdant think tank on the economic costs of the recent UK heatwaves. We talked about how the extreme weather hit productivity right across the economy - from construction work... more

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In the Wisconsin primary last week the socialist candidate Francesca Hong was narrowly defeated by her more centrist opponent. It's a result that some argue shows the limits of left politics in swing states and outside of Democrat voting heartlands -... more

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Recent Guests

Maurice Weeks
Co-founder of the Action Center on Race and the Economy
Action Center on Race and the Economy
Episode: Purple state revolution? w/ Maurice Weeks
Hamza Hamouchene
London-based Algerian researcher, activist and commentator; founder of Algeria Solidarity Campaign, Environmental Justice North Africa, and North African Food Sovereignty Network
Transnational Institute (Arab Region Program Coordinator)
Episode: Passing on the torch - Vietnam, Algeria, Palestine w/ Hamza Hamouchene
Paul Rogers
Security expert, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University
Bradford University/OpenDemocracy
Episode: Losing control in the gulf w/ Paul Rogers
Juliano Fiori
Director of the Alameda Institute, researcher on crisis and catastrophe imagination
Alameda Institute
Episode: After Order? w/ Juliano Fiori
Liza Featherstone
Journalist, essayist and critic; New Yorker contributor among others
Independent writer
Episode: New York's rising socialist tide w/ Liza Featherstone
Richard Seymour
Guest expert on politics and international relations
Episode: Interregnum - Peace in the Gulf?
Adrienne Buller
Editor of The Breakdown; author and climate analyst
The Breakdown
Episode: Heatwave politics w/ Adrienne Buller
Daniel Trilling
Author and journalist discussing the rise of the British far right
Author of If We Tolerate This, Bloody Nasty People, The Rise of Britain's Far Right
Episode: The rise of the UK far-right w/ Daniel Trilling
Tobita Chow
Researcher and organizer focused on US-China relations, economy, and climate
Based in Chicago area; Researcher/Organizer
Episode: China and the US - a durable thaw? w/ Tobita Chow and Jake Werner

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Alex Doherty
Host of the show; central figure in guiding discussions and selecting guests.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • All shows

    Never ceases to provide quality insight and ideas. Best show on the server.

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    5
    DKMahadevan
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Independent and contextual Analysis

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ENP48230
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent

    I live in the US and listen to this podcast to understand what’s happening in my own country and across the globe. Intelligent, insightful, vital conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gotham212
    United States6 months ago
  • Intelligent and probing analysis

    The people interviewed are experts in their field and the interviewers are skilled in getting them to explain substantial ideas in a straightforward understandable fashion

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MikeInBrixton
    a year ago
  • Brilliant

    PTO has become one of my favorite podcasts, truly some of the best political and pop culture commentary out there. Listening from the U.S. I find it offers illuminating perspectives on both American politics and the UK. Alex himself is an extremely sharp guy with a great sense of humor and always asks the right questions. His guests are phenomenal. I always appreciate Seymour’s perspective as well as the cultural studies - ish takes on pop culture. The episode on Oasis was fantastic. Keep up the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    haon10
    United Statesa year ago

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Gives nuanced perspectives often missing in mainstream coverage.

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Talking Points

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Purple state revolution? w/ Maurice Weeks
Q: What does the close margins in both races imply for the national left movement?
The near-ties suggest shifting electorates and a nuanced, evolving support base for left candidates, rather than a uniform rejection of socialist-leaning platforms across the country.
Purple state revolution? w/ Maurice Weeks
Q: How did endorsements (or lack thereof) from prominent figures affect the races?
Endorsements from major figures like Obama or Sanders were debated; while they can move certain voter blocks, the candidates often faced a broader landscape where endorsements were not decisive, and resource constraints limited their reach.
Purple state revolution? w/ Maurice Weeks
Q: What were Abdul El-Sayed's core policy strengths and how did his messaging resonate with voters?
His emphasis on healthcare access, especially for low-income and working-class people, combined with a willingness to challenge conventional lines, helped distinguish him from opponents and broaden his appeal beyond traditional left bases.
Passing on the torch - Vietnam, Algeria, Palestine w/ Hamza Hamouchene
Q: Can you say something on how significant and inspiring that victory was for anti-colonial forces in Algeria and other territories that were living under European colonial rule at that time?
The Dien Bien Phu victory reverberated globally, shattering the myth of colonial invincibility and boosting morale across colonized nations; it led Algerian leaders to rethink armed struggle, seeing that a disciplined, collective fight could challenge French power and encourage solidarity with broader anti-colonial currents.
Interregnum - Peace in the Gulf?
Q: What's your take on the credibility of the deal given its vagueness?
The deal is plausible as a temporary framework, but its long‑term credibility depends on future talks and the willingness of both sides to translate vague commitments into verifiable actions, especially on sanctions and nuclear provisions.

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A rigorous, idea-forward show that centers radical politics, critical theory, and historical context to analyze current geopolitics, economics, and social movements. Across episodes, listeners encounter deep-dive debates on US–Iran dynamics, the crisis of liberal international order, the rise of socialist organizing in the US, and the political economy shaping climate policy and global power. Notable are frequent guest experts from academia, think tanks, and journalism, plus a clear preference for theoretically informed critique and long-form interviews. The format often blends historical reference with contemporary strategy, making it particularly appealing to listeners who want nuanced, policy-relevant analysis and provocative, independen... more

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