
Scheer Intelligence features thoughtful and provocative conversations with "American Originals" -- people who, through a lifetime of engagement with political issues, offer unique and often surprising perspectives on the day's most important issues.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 456 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsNews Commentary | |||

Welcome to another episode of Scheer Intelligence, where we dive deep into the minds shaping our political landscape. I'm your host, Robert Scheer, and today, we have an enlightening conversation with journalist and author, Ted Hamm. His latest book ... more
In this thought-provoking episode of Scheer Intelligence, host Robert Scheer welcomes Professor Omar Zahzah, a leading voice in Arab Muslim ethnicities and diaspora studies at San Francisco State University. With a compelling background in both acade... more
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Welcome to Scheer Intelligence, where the real intelligence comes from our guests. Today, Robert Scheer sits down with legendary cultural critic Greil Marcus—called by The Washington Post “our greatest cultural critic”—to explore how rock and... more
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Scheer Intelligence, where we explore the intricate tapestry of our natural world through the lens of literature and personal experience. I'm your host, Robert Scheer, and today we embark on a delightful jou... more
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Guests and Mr. Scheer’s voices are consistently at a really low volume and semi-muddy fidelity (at least the podcast version). Can something be done at the recording/mixing/post-production stage(s)? The show is excellent; it’s a pity the audio isn’t louder and clearer.
Please raise the host microphone volume so it balances with the host volume. Host too low, guest too high. Stressing the ears🙈
Otherwise great discussions and fascinating topics. Well done!
Words cannot adequately describe much I love and respect this program and its host. Thank you very sincerely and deeply for all you have done and continue to do. 🤍
Scheer does not seem to understand the real risk of a second Trump administration. And minimizes Trump’s fascism, claiming over and over that Dems are at least as bad as Republicans. Scheer actually denies the vicious militarism of Reagan!
Scheer also keeps claiming he wants a conversation with his guest - Jeff Cohen -yet shuts him down over and over. Deeply disappointing “analysis” from a longtime commentator and journalist. He’s cherry-picking examples of goodish Republicans and exaggerating... more
Great show but could you please mix your voice more loudly compared to your guests
It’s like listening to Biden mumble in his sleep.
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This podcast features engaging discussions with individuals who have made significant contributions to political discourse and societal progress. The conversations often focus on pressing contemporary issues, including social justice, healthcare, immigration, foreign policy, and economic inequality, providing listeners with unique insights into complex political landscapes. With a blend of historical context and personal anecdotes, the discussions aim to inspire critical thinking and civic engagement among its audience. The focus on 'American Originals'—notable figures known for their unorthodox insights—sets it apart from conventional news commentary, encouraging a deeper understanding of the nuances underlying current events.
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Recent guests on Scheer Intelligence include:
1. Ted Hamm
2. Omar Zahzah
3. Priyanka Kumar
4. Brian Rosenberg
5. Charles Derber
6. Thomas Bass
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8. Kit Klarenberg
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