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The Regrettable Century

Chris, Kevin, Jason, & Ben
Social Democracy
Anarchism
Socialism
Italian Fascism
Fourth Political Theory
Druzhba Narodov
Marxist Tendencies
Capitalism
Liberalism
Liberal Socialism
Migrant Workers
Politics
Individualism
Soviet Union
Labor Movement
Democratic Centralism
Nationalism
Mussolini
Syndicalism
Dasein

The old forms of the Left are moribund and the new forms are stupid. We're making a podcast that discusses the need to organize a Dialectical Pessimism and develop a salvage project capable of sparking a new workers' movement for socialism. A clean, honest, and unsentimental melancholy is required; we are cultivating one and would like to share it with you. “The challenge of modernity is to live w... more

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This week, we read and discussed an article about a phenomenon that apparently some people are, or were, concerned about: the problem of fascist infiltration of the anti-war movement. We discuss the problems inherent in gatekeeping social movements a... more

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Instances of stochastic violence in the United States are at an all-time high and the political violence of our era mirrors the political topography, disaggregated and rudderless. The boys got together this week to talk about Charlie Kirk and the new... more

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Terence Renaud
Author of 'New Lefts: The Making of a Radical Tradition'
Episode: A Cascading Series of New Lefts (Part I of II)

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Chris
Co-host of the podcast, providing critical insights on leftist politics and contemporary issues.
Jason
Co-host of the podcast with a focus on leftist commentary and social critique.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
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    A healthy antidote for a sickly era. Thanks to all concerned.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    conaninspace
    United Statesa year ago
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    Recently came to your podcast - you guys are doing great work - love the stuff you are doing. Going through your catalog with great zeal, somewhat obsessively. You guys are my new para-social besties. Thank you.

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    Dea B
    United States4 years ago
  • GOOD STUFF

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    owlofminerva
    4 years ago
  • Good stuff

    Not the cheeriest, but worth your while.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Drunk Dalek
    United States4 years ago
  • Good Marxist podcast.

    One of few that doesn’t put me to sleep. RIP Kevin.

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    United States4 years ago

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Some listeners express a desire for deeper practical insights alongside theoretical discussions.
There is a positive reception of the sincere tone and the focus on dialectical pessimism as a pathway for political understanding.
The podcast is noted for its challenging yet necessary discourse on contemporary geopolitical issues and its impact on socialism.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth examination of leftist critique and the commitment to political engagement.

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A Cascading Series of New Lefts (Part I of II)
Q: How does Lukacs influence the New Left?
He represents a form of Neo-leftist thought that addresses the limitations of traditional party structures while advocating for new forms of organization.
A Cascading Series of New Lefts (Part I of II)
Q: What does it mean to rebel against 'Old Left' structures?
New Left activists sought to abolish authoritarian institutions and not simply replace their elders in leadership.

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