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Workers' Lit

Workers' Lit
Capitalism
Donald Trump
United States
Socialism
Venezuela
Christianity
Democratic Party
Cuba
Harry Potter
Iran
Masculinity
Queer Literature
Station Eleven
Evangelical Right
Queer Identity
Beauty
Death
Peer Gynt
The Picture Of Dorian Gray
American Psycho

Your favorite podcast about literature for hot, cool, gay, and/or working class people. Hosted by Aysha, Lenore, Jacob, and Jen. New episodes on Mondays. Patreon: Patreon.com/workerslit Contact us at workerslit@gmail.com.

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Recent Guests

Brandon Crilly
Author and community organizer
Brandon Crilly (author)
Episode: The Incandescent ft. Brandon Crilly
Luna Oi
Vietnamese-based creator and commentator, translates books, focuses on Vietnam history and politics
Luna Oi YouTube channel
Episode: Did I Shave My Legs For This? [Half The Sky Promo Episode]
Revolutionary Thought
YouTube creator with a focus on political commentary and community organizing
Revolutionary Thought
Episode: Did I Shave My Legs For This? [Half The Sky Promo Episode]
Greg Stoker
Anti-war activist, host of Colonial Outcasts podcast, Gaza Flotilla veteran, independent Texas-31 candidate
Colonial Outcasts; Mint Press News; Greg Stoker Campaign
Episode: Iran, Elections, And Empire. A Conversation With Greg Stoker
Black Red Guard
DSA organizer, Liberation Caucus member, AfroSoc co-chair, Maoist/Marxist-Leninist activist
DSA, Liberation Caucus, Afrosoc
Episode: Unity, Solidarity, Struggle: The Task of the American Left, ft. Black Red Guard
Adam Johnson
Writer, journalist, co-host of Citations Needed
Citations Needed / Pluto Press (book publisher)
Episode: How to Sell a Genocide ft. Adam Johnson
Vajra Chandrasekara
Writer of science fiction and fantasy
Saint of Bright Doors, Rakesfall
Episode: Dengue Boy, ft. Vajra Chandrasekera
Joe Kassabian
Author of Highlands Burn
Self-published through independent publisher; associated with Lions Led By Donkeys podcast
Episode: Bonus Author Interview: Joe Kassabian and “The Highlands Burn”
Lee Mandelo
Author and guest on the episode
Episode: Walking Practice, ft. Lee Mandelo

Host

Lenore
Host of the show; frequent organizer and writer with focus on left politics and literature.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Hard to pick a favorite

    Dune? Star Wars? Ministry for the Future? Red Plenty has to be up there. Just a terrific show taking a critical eye to the culture industry, through speculative fiction and other works. Bright and fun

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KFJ94
    United States2 years ago
  • Wicked Good!

    Absolutely loved the episode on Blood Meridian. Appreciated your honesty and analysis of themes. Looking forward to listening to much more of you guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jojable
    United States3 years ago
  • Funny, smart, enlightened

    Really great culture and politics podcast. So glad to have found it via the bird app.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alek M
    Canada3 years ago

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Brings a critical eye to media and literature without losing humor.
Engages with culture and politics in a thoughtful, accessible way.
Open to diverse topics and guests, maintaining sharp, engaging conversations.

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#130
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#250
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#174
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#139
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#185
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Iran, Elections, And Empire. A Conversation With Greg Stoker
Q: How legitimate do you find the divisions between Trump and Israel, and what does that say about US policy?
The guest contends that the rhetoric around Israel is deeply tied to imperial objectives and domestic political calculation, suggesting that a real shift would require disentangling corporate and geopolitical interests from electoral considerations.
Iran, Elections, And Empire. A Conversation With Greg Stoker
Q: What do you see as the United States' top priorities in this moment and how does that align with your campaign?
The guest argues that the priorities revolve around anti-imperialism, challenging corporate capture of the state, and mobilizing working-class communities, with an emphasis on local organizing and countering pro-war narratives rather than seeking incremental reforms inside the existing system.
Iran, Elections, And Empire. A Conversation With Greg Stoker
Q: What is the call that you're putting out here?
Listeners are urged to join radical organizations in their communities, support labor or mutual-aid efforts, and connect with Greg Stoker's campaign to build alternative sources of power outside the two major parties.
How to Sell a Genocide ft. Adam Johnson
Q: What do you see as the most effective form of accountability for media and political actors?
Naming and shaming key figures, pursuing institutional repercussions, and supporting movements like BDS at the local level, combined with targeted advocacy to pressure universities, think tanks, and media outlets to address editorial biases.
How to Sell a Genocide ft. Adam Johnson
Q: How did you decide to structure the book to be analytically rigorous and open-source?
We pulled from 12,000 articles and 5,000 video segments, made our references accessible via GitHub, and aimed to let readers verify our conclusions while addressing liberal audiences with a systematic, data-backed critique of media framing.

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A thoughtful, Left-leaning discussion show that blends literature, politics, and culture with a strong organizing orientation. Across episodes, hosts analyze books, theory, and current events through a critical lens, often highlighting anti-imperialist perspectives, labor solidarity, and radical imagination. The format centers on rigorous dialogue, wry humor, and a commitment to accessible ideas, making it appealing to readers, activists, and curious listeners who enjoy cross-disciplinary conversations. A notable strength is the consistent pairing of deep literary analysis with practical implications for community organizing and media critique, plus a diverse roster of guests who bring expertise from writing, activism, and scholarship.

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