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Living in the USA

Living in the USA
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Talking about politics, thinking about the Left. Hosted by Jon Wiener, co-author of "Set the Night on Fire: L.A. in the Sixties," contributing editor at The Nation, and broadcast live at KPFK 90.7FM in LA Thursdays at 4.

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Trump's failed Iran war speech, and his firing of Pam Bondi: a big week in Washington. Harold Meyerson comments.

Plus: We’re still thinking about No Kings 3 day on Saturday: 8 million people. 3,300 events. ‘No Kings’ protests in almost every city an... more

Trump's approval rating has hit an all-time low for a modern president. Jimmy Carter had the same rating on the economy – 29% – back in 1979. And what was happening in 1979? An oil embargo and revolution in Iran. Next: Trump is trying to limit vot... more

Why is the US at war with Iran? "It's entirely a war based on Trump's whim and his apparent desire to do what Bibi Netanyahu has asked him to do". Next up: Elections in Illinois, where AIPAC, AI and Crypto money did not win. Harold Meyerson comments.... more

Tom Stevenson analyzes the latest news and long-term prospects of Trump's Iran war, for both Iran and the US. Tom is a contributing editor for the London Review of Books, where he writes about, among other things, politics in the Mideast.

Also: what... more

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Maurice Mitchell
National Director of the Working Families Party
Working Families Party
Episode: War in Iran, Elections in Illinois: Harold Meyerson; Mamdani & the Midterms: Maurice Mitchell; Politics update: John Nichols
Zahra Mamdani
Mayor of New York City, activist and organizer
City of New York / Working Families Party coalition
Episode: War in Iran, Elections in Illinois: Harold Meyerson; Mamdani & the Midterms: Maurice Mitchell; Politics update: John Nichols
Jon Nichols
Executive Editor of The Nation
The Nation
Episode: War in Iran, Elections in Illinois: Harold Meyerson; Mamdani & the Midterms: Maurice Mitchell; Politics update: John Nichols
Tom Stevenson
Contributing editor at the London Review of Books
London Review of Books
Episode: Iran War: Tom Stevenson; News Avoidant Voters: Tara McGowan; Crossword Poliitics: Natan Last
Tara McGowan
Founder and CEO of Courier Newsroom
Courier Newsroom
Episode: Iran War: Tom Stevenson; News Avoidant Voters: Tara McGowan; Crossword Poliitics: Natan Last
Natan Last
Crossword puzzle writer and author
The Nation, The New Yorker, The New York Times
Episode: Iran War: Tom Stevenson; News Avoidant Voters: Tara McGowan; Crossword Poliitics: Natan Last
Howard Bryant
Sports correspondent for NPR's Weekend Edition, author of Kings and Pawns
NPR
Episode: After the State of the Union: Harold Meyerson; Jackie Robinson vs. Paul Robeson: Howard Bryant
Marcus Rediker
Distinguished Professor of Atlantic History and author of Freedom Ship
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: Election Protection: Harold Meyerson; Escaping Slavery: Marcus Rediker; Trump's Attacks on Black History
Dave Zirin
Nation's long time sports editor and author
The Nation
Episode: ICE in Congress: Harold Meyerson; Bad Bunny at the Superbowl: Dave Zirin; Black History: Isabel Wilkerson; Minneapolis: Bruce Springsteen

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Jon Wiener
Host of the show and co-founder of the program; long-time political commentator and writer.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • I don’t understand why

    all the trumpies seem to hate this show. It’s fair and balanced. The show regularly proves that trump is both a criminal AND a fascist. What’s wrong there?

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    buddhatim
    United States5 years ago
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    bionicblaz383
    United States5 years ago
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    United States6 years ago
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Listeners Say

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A strong resource for understanding grassroots activism and policy critiques from a left perspective.
Gives insightful political analysis and invites thoughtful guests.
Mixed reactions exist, but overall appreciation for in-depth, issue-focused discussions.

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Iran War: Tom Stevenson; News Avoidant Voters: Tara McGowan; Crossword Poliitics: Natan Last
Q: What does Natan Last say about the responsibility of crossword clues in politics?
Last argues that clues reflect editorial perspectives and historical contexts, citing cases like updates to how 'illegal' is clued or how depictions of Africa and India have evolved, illustrating that puzzles can both document and influence cultural narratives.
Iran War: Tom Stevenson; News Avoidant Voters: Tara McGowan; Crossword Poliitics: Natan Last
Q: How does Courier Newsroom reach news-avoidant voters, and what is their funding model?
McGowan explains Courier's free local-news network funded through philanthropy, underwriters, and sponsorships, aiming to reach Americans who don't pay for traditional news, and emphasizes the role of newsletters, social media, and a public-benefit corporate structure to maintain independence.
Iran War: Tom Stevenson; News Avoidant Voters: Tara McGowan; Crossword Poliitics: Natan Last
Q: What is the strategic takeaway from the Iran war discussions for U.S. policymakers?
Stevenson suggests that the war's outcome may hinge on political signaling and internal dynamics within Iran, with the possibility that a rapid victory or long, drawn-out conflict could both shape leadership trajectories differently than initially expected, making the scenario more about misdirection and perception than a straightforward win.
After the State of the Union: Harold Meyerson; Jackie Robinson vs. Paul Robeson: Howard Bryant
Q: What can you tell us about the legacy of Paul Robeson?
Howard Bryant notes that despite his accomplishments, Robeson has been largely forgotten and treated as invisible in the historical narrative of African American history.
After the State of the Union: Harold Meyerson; Jackie Robinson vs. Paul Robeson: Howard Bryant
Q: How did Jackie Robinson's political positions place him in the context of his time?
Bryant explains Jackie leaned Republican, feeling it was necessary to have representation from both parties, but grew disillusioned with the GOP later on.

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2. Zahra Mamdani
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4. Tom Stevenson
5. Tara McGowan
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7. Howard Bryant
8. Marcus Rediker

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