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The Tea with Myriam Francois: Where we spill the tea that everyone else is afraid to serve.

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For decades, China was presented as the authoritarian rival to the West: censored, controlled and fundamentally opposed to liberal democracy. But that story is now more complicated.

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Union organizer, author of When the Revolution Comes
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Mindy Seu
Technologist, designer, archivist and UCLA associate professor; author of A Sexual History of the Internet
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Molly Crabapple
Award-winning artist, journalist and historian; author of Here Where We Live Is Our Country
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Clara Mattei
Economist and political theorist, Forum for Real Economic Emancipation
Forum for Real Economic Emancipation
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Michael Scheuer
22-year CIA veteran, author of Imperial Hubris
Central Intelligence Agency (former)
Episode: Civil War is Coming
Ibram X. Kendi
Award-winning historian, professor and author
Boston University (as described in episode)
Episode: The Ideology Fuelling Modern Extremism!
Carissa Véliz
Associate Professor at the University of Oxford and leading global voice on the ethics of AI
University of Oxford
Episode: How AI Is Threatening Democracy!
Karim Khan
Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court
International Criminal Court
Episode: ICC Chief Prosecutor: Why Global Justice Is Falling Apart!
Ana Kasparian
Veteran political commentator, co-host of The Young Turks
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Episode: Why I Left The Left, Gaza, Identity Politics & The Collapse Of America!

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Myriam Francois
Host of the show, engaged in global politics and media critique.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 460 ratings
  • Listen up!

    Listen to this and get smarter. Be punk rock!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lord Dizzle
    United States2 months ago
  • The mask is completely ripped off.

    Love this episode. Love Addie Martin. I met her at the screening of world’s greatest enemy in New York and also got to meet her husband who is one of the first veterans I saw protesting the Iraq war. A few years ago, Abby Martin was one of the first people I saw speaking out against the guys genocide. She was the first to enlighten me. So happy you had her on your show. It’s because of people like you who keep advocating for justice and the sanctity of life. Thank you, Myriam for this fantastic ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DRdoom!78
    United States5 months ago
  • Love the show

    Very informative. Thank you for amplifying the marginalized experts voices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raadi.R
    United States7 months ago
  • I’m SUPER impressed with this podcast!

    Myriam is an exceptional interviewer - hugely clever, a brilliant communicator and excellent at getting the best out of her guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrigidGodwin
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • New entry into my top three pod list.

    A welcome change in tone through curious questions encouraging guests to speak openly, without interruption and judgment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jclmw
    United States9 months ago

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Host is consistently insightful and articulate, drawing out guests' best insights.
Listeners praise the show for challenging mainstream narratives and providing historical and global context.
Episodes are informative, uncensored, and capable of making complex topics accessible.

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The Dark Reality Of Working for Jeff Bezos
Q: What is the connection you see between worker solidarity and Palestine, and why is international solidarity important to American workers?
He argues that international labor solidarity has historically linked black and Palestine movements, contending that unions should stand with oppressed peoples globally, and that solidarity strengthens domestic organizing by expanding the scope and legitimacy of labor struggles.
The Dark Reality Of Working for Jeff Bezos
Q: Could you walk us through the Met Gala stunt and what you hoped to achieve with it?
Smalls clarifies he did not orchestrate the stunt himself, deflects personal blame, and argues the action drew attention to stalled negotiations and broader labor organizing, turning media attention toward workers' rights rather than celebrity.
The Dark Reality Of Working for Jeff Bezos
Q: What led you to get involved in the Amazon Labor Union and how did you navigate the challenges of organizing inside such a large corporation?
He describes forming the ALU from scratch after being fired, the legal and political hurdles, and the strategy of leveraging grassroots organizing, public campaigns, and community support to push for better conditions and a transparent workplace. He emphasizes the role of solidarity and the need to counter corporate narratives.
The Dark Reality Of Working for Jeff Bezos
Q: Let me ask you about how you first came into labor organizing. How did you first know about unions?
Smalls explains he was involved in two unions before joining Amazon—Teamsters at a grocery warehouse and a stadium workers' union—where he saw both the benefits and the limitations, which motivated him to form an independent union at Amazon after experiences with arbitration and contract disputes.
Gaming Whistleblower: They're Using Video Games To Control Your Mind
Q: Tell us about the most surprising way governments or state actors have tried to influence gaming spaces.
States have leveraged in-game advertising, social media integration, and cross-platform storytelling to seed narratives, co-opt communities, and normalize political messaging without overtly appearing as propaganda.

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The show frames provocative conversations around geopolitics, capitalism, media power, and civil rights, frequently debunking mainstream narratives and centering critical perspectives on empire, imperialism, and systemic injustice. Episodes often pair investigative journalists, policymakers, scholars, and activist voices to dissect topics like foreign policy, AI ethics, disinformation, and economic democracy, with a consistent emphasis on independent journalism and transnational solidarity. Notable strengths include a fearless, uncensored interview style, a willingness to challenge established power structures, and a track record of drawing connections between policy, culture, and everyday life—making it appealing to listeners who seek rigo... more

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2. Mindy Seu
3. Molly Crabapple
4. Clara Mattei
5. Michael Scheuer
6. Ibram X. Kendi
7. Carissa Véliz
8. Karim Khan

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