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Conversations and audio documentaries exploring a wide variety of themes pertaining to economics and politics, hosted by Della Z Duncan and Robert R. Raymond

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In this episode, part 1 of a 2-part miniseries on US labor and imperialism, Jeff Schuhrke joins us for a conversation on how US labor aided and at times even led the US's global fight against communism throughout much of the 21st century.

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This is a free preview of the episode "[TEASER] Mexico Pt. 2: Morena and The Fourth Transformation w/ Stephanie Weatherbee Brito." You can listen to the full episode by subscribing to our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/upstreampodcast

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In this episode we're joined by Andrew Fanning for a conversation about doughnuts…no, not that kind of doughnut. We're talking about Kate Rawor... more

This is a free preview of the episode "Mexcio Pt. 1: A Socialist Introduction w/ Cecilia Guerrero." You can listen to the full episode by subscribing to our Patreon here: www.patreon.com/upstreampodcast

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Recent Guests

Jeff Schuhrke
Labor historian, journalist, and active union organizer
Harry Van Arsdale Jr School of Labor Studies, SUNY Empire State University
Episode: US Labor & Imperialism Pt. 1: the War Against Communism w/ Jeff Schuhrke
Stephanie Weatherbee Brito
Popular educator and coordinator for the Secretariat of the International People's Assembly
Secretariat of the International People's Assembly
Episode: [TEASER] Mexico Pt. 2: Morena and The Fourth Transformation w/ Stephanie Weatherbee Brito
Andrew Fanning
Data analysis and research lead at the Doughnut Economics Action Lab, co-author of Doughnut of Social and Planetary Boundaries
Doughnut Economics Action Lab
Episode: A World out of Balance: Introducing Doughnut 3.0 w/ Andrew Fanning
John Smith
Author of Imperialism in the 21st Century
Monthly Review Press
Episode: [TEASER] Imperialism in the Twenty-First Century w/ John Smith
Yueran Zhang
Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Episode: China Pt. 8: Mao Zedong and Maoism with Yueran Zhang
Jesus Rodriguez-Espinoza
Expert in international relations and Venezuelan politics, founding editor of Orinoco Tribune
Orinoco Tribune
Episode: [TEASER] Venezuela Pt. 4: The Empire vs. Venezuela w/ Jesus Rodriguez-Espinoza and Saheli Chowdhury
Saheli Chowdhury
Co-editor of Orinoco Tribune, studying physics and interested in global movements
Orinoco Tribune
Episode: [TEASER] Venezuela Pt. 4: The Empire vs. Venezuela w/ Jesus Rodriguez-Espinoza and Saheli Chowdhury
Timothée Parrique
Economist originally from Versailles, France, currently a researcher at HEC Lausanne, University of Lausanne.
University of Lausanne, HEC Lausanne
Episode: Slow Down or Die w/ Timothée Parrique
Cira Pascual Marquina
Researcher and popular educator at El Panal Commune, part of the Bolivarian Revolution
El Panal Commune
Episode: [TEASER] Venezuela Pt. 3: Sanctions as Economic Warfare w/ Cira Pascual Marquina

Hosts

Della Duncan
Co-host with a deep focus on political education and discussions around social justice and anti-imperialism.
Robert Raymond
Co-host with expertise in political economy, providing critical insights into contemporary socio-political issues.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Best Socialist Political Education Podcast

    This is my favorite podcast to listen to. I’m a patreon subscriber as I believe in the mission of Upstream and supporting socialist political education. The range of topics and guests is absolutely fantastic. While there are a ton of other really great leftist podcasts out there, nothing beats Upstream!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iacobus Sinister Lunaticus
    United States2 months ago
  • One of my fav!

    This podcast is excellent and rare! Strongly recommend! I’m french and learned sooo much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cybelebp
    Canada2 months ago
  • Evidence-Driven Socialist Education

    Excellent critical look at economics and politics. The research, analysis, and presentation are all high quality and evidence based.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jwberns13
    United States2 months ago
  • Must listen podcast!

    How can I express how impactful this podcast has been on my life? It completely changed my world view. I had been politically active as a Democrat for almost my entire adult life until January of this year. I am regularly appalled at myself for peddling the imperialist propaganda, false-choice bologna that I was fed. I discovered Upstream because I was looking for a better explanation for why the wheels were coming off the US than liberal media was conjuring. Now, my eyes are open to the sham of... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MLiz08
    United States2 months ago
  • Superlative podcast

    I am deeply indebted to the hosts of this show for all of the facts and analysis that are presented here. Perhaps my top left podcast alongside Rev Left Radio, Proles Pod, and Guerilla History.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ets511
    United States2 months ago

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US Labor & Imperialism Pt. 1: the War Against Communism w/ Jeff Schuhrke
Q: What is the real lesson here in terms of internationalism?
Workers' movements, labor movements, need to be internationalist and anti-imperialist, challenging the US government's foreign policy rather than serving it.
A World out of Balance: Introducing Doughnut 3.0 w/ Andrew Fanning
Q: How does Doughnut 3.0 challenge the concept of GDP?
It shows that despite significant GDP growth, ecological degradation and social shortfalls continue to worsen, questioning the validity of GDP as a sole indicator of economic health.
A World out of Balance: Introducing Doughnut 3.0 w/ Andrew Fanning
Q: What are the main findings regarding social deprivation in the latest research?
Some improvements were identified, particularly in health services and connectivity, but overall, critical human deprivation still impacts a significant portion of the global population.
A World out of Balance: Introducing Doughnut 3.0 w/ Andrew Fanning
Q: What are the key components of Doughnut 3.0?
Doughnut 3.0 combines data from the last 20 years to track trends in social deprivation and ecological overshoot, aiming to establish a real-time monitoring system for sustainability.
A World out of Balance: Introducing Doughnut 3.0 w/ Andrew Fanning
Q: How would you introduce Doughnut Economics to someone unfamiliar with the idea?
Doughnut Economics aims for a world that meets the needs of all people within the means of the living planet, emphasizing the goal of social and ecological well-being.

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Exploring the complexities of political economy, this podcast offers insightful conversations and audio documentaries that touch on critical themes such as imperialism, socialism, class struggle, and the socio-economic dynamics shaping our world. With a focus on both historical and contemporary issues, guests from various activist and academic backgrounds provide deep analyses of topics like U.S. intervention in Venezuela, housing crises, and the philosophies of Maoism. The podcast is renowned for its evidence-based discussions, striving to educate listeners about the impact of capitalism and exploring alternative visions for a just society.

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4. John Smith
5. Yueran Zhang
6. Jesus Rodriguez-Espinoza
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