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The Left Opposition Podcast

The Left Opposition Podcast
Iran
German Revolution 1917-1923
United States
Labor Movement
Minneapolis
Democratic Party
Zohran Mamdani
Gaza
Democrats
Minneapolis, United States
LGBTQ+ Rights
New York City
Israel
Air Canada
Venezuela
Spartacist Uprising
US Imperialism
Trump Administration
Gabriel Rockhill
Pride

News and views from a Trotskyist perspective. We tend to dunk on "Patriotic Socialists" and "MAGA Communism" while attacking the Democrats from the left.

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The boys survey different party takes on the war with Iran, how communists should respond to it, and emphasize that our main enemy is at home, the US imperialist war machine. We oppose any intervention in Iran for any reason by the US full stop. We e... more

In late 2025 Gabriel Rockhill released his book "Who Paid the Pipers of Western Marxism?" with the central argument that the Cold War wasn't fought with bombs, sanctions, coups and blockades but with ideology, ideas, theory and academia coordinated b... more

We discuss the Trotskyist position on imperialism as it relates to Iran, and what some misconceptions about our approach is since many of our comrades on the Marxist left in general haven't read or understood Trotsky's take on imperialism. Does calli... more

The 1934 Teamsters strike of Minneapolis, Trotskyists favourite victory in the USA. An event highly worth discussing in light of the general strike and oppression and murder of workers in Minneapolis today. How did the Trotskyists organize in a scab ... more

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Recent Guests

Harrison Fluss
Co-author of the article and discussion participant
Historian/Writer
Episode: Piper Down, Rockhill!
Doug Green
Author of In Stalin's Shadow: Leon Trotsky and the Legacy of the Moscow Trials
Author, Commentator on Marxist history
Episode: In Stalin's Shadow: Leon Trotsky and the Legacy of the Moscow Trials
John Baker
Guest, activist organizer
Not specified
Episode: Death to the EyeDeeEff
Fiona Lally
Campaign coordinator at Revolutionary Communist Party (RCP) in Britain
Revolutionary Communist Party (Britain)
Episode: Death to the EyeDeeEff
Sean Thompson
Archaeology union organizer and long-time activist
Union organizing, archaeology sector
Episode: Labour Day Special: Unionized Archaeologists
Jesse Ventura
Former professional wrestler and actor advocating for unionization in wrestling
Ventura Enterprises (guest)
Episode: Rest in Piss, Brother
Kenneth G
Guest from Firebrand
Firebrand
Episode: Should Socialists Support Zohran Mamdani?
Ashley Rogers
A writer and member of the Independent Socialist Group (ISG)
Independent Socialist Group
Episode: Pride and Protest ICE

Hosts

Aaron
Host of The Left Opposition Podcast, frequently leading discussions and challenging guests.
Chris Smalls
Co-host with a focus on critical analysis and debate alongside hosts.
Joe
Co-host contributing to roundtable discussions and guest integration.
Doug
Co-host and guest contributor with historical and theoretical perspectives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Great Show

    This is becoming one of my favorite podcasts. You guys are a breath of fresh air. Keep the episodes coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    STLRed97
    United Statesa year ago
  • Some of the Best Socialist/Communist Commentary Around

    Knowledgable, funny, precise, rich. Y’all are doing great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben Hillin
    United Statesa year ago
  • great podcast

    it's nice to have people on the left who are funny and smart

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alice Lahoda
    United States2 years ago
  • Smart and funny comrades

    Great podcast, solid politics, good sense of humor. A refreshing alternative to the giant mess of reformist left podcasts out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Apocalypse … Eventually
    United States2 years ago
  • Funny and informative!

    Love to see a show that can talk seriously about politics with a Trotskyist perspective while making jokes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Commie Chris
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A refreshing alternative to reformist left commentary with strong organizing focus.
Engaging guests with deep knowledge in labor history and anti-imperialism.
Combines historical case studies with contemporary mobilization in a compelling way.
Sharp, rigorous left analysis that's still accessible and witty.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#12
Russia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#43
Russia/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

In Stalin's Shadow: Leon Trotsky and the Legacy of the Moscow Trials
Q: Why write another book on Stalinism and Trotsky when there are already many analyses available?
The guest explains that while many works exist, his aim was to systematically refute major revisionist figures, present a clear materialist critique, and defend Trotsky's alternative vision against a revived sympathy for Stalinism that ignores the tragedies of the purges.
Pride and Protest ICE
Q: What lessons can today's movement learn from the 80s and 90s to resist immobilize today?
The key takeaway is to avoid being captured by respectability politics and by Democratic Party promises; organize independently, connect LGBT rights with labor struggles, and push for a real anti-capitalist program rather than symbolic gestures.
Should Socialists Support Zohran Mamdani?
Q: Should we be supporting Zohran Mamdani? What's wrong with that?
Kenneth G argues that supporting Mamdani is dangerous because he is running within a bourgeois party, which could redirect socialist energy into reformist channels and legitimize bourgeois policies. The preferred approach is to build independent working-class movements and to push for reforms through mass struggle, not via a Democratic candidate.

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What is The Left Opposition Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Trotskyist-leaning current-events program that centers anti-imperialist analysis, labor solidarity, and grassroots organizing. Across episodes, the hosts and guests critique imperialism, scrutinize mainstream media narratives, and emphasize independent working-class action over party politics. The show often blends historical case studies with contemporary mobilizations, from labor strikes to anti-war protests, while peppering discussions with humor and confrontational critique of reforms that are seen as co-optation. A notable trait is its willingness to challenge orthodox left narratives and to foreground workers' voices and solidarity as the path to emancipation. This mix makes it appealing for listeners who want sharp political analys... more

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2. Doug Green
3. John Baker
4. Fiona Lally
5. Sean Thompson
6. Jesse Ventura
7. Kenneth G
8. Ashley Rogers

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