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Useful Idiots is an informative and irreverent politics podcast with journalist Aaron Maté and podcaster/writer Katie Halper. Episodes feature analysis of the political news of the week and exclusive interviews, with humor, commentary and dissection of why both Republicans and Democrats suck. Join Aaron and Katie as they examine important stories that have slipped through the cracks and what the m... more

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Recent Guests

Sajad Safai
Researcher, lecturer and analyst based in Germany
Episode: Iran Strikes on US Bases Shock World—Here’s What US & Israel Hid
Massim Mandaoui
Palestinian refugee, Columbia University graduate student and activist
Columbia University
Episode: Journalist REVEALS Israelis Behind Secret Doxxing War on Americans
Jacqueline Sweet
Investigative journalist with Dropsite; coverage on Canary Mission
Dropsite
Episode: Journalist REVEALS Israelis Behind Secret Doxxing War on Americans
Mohamad Hasan Sweidan
Researcher and academic focusing on international affairs, columnist at The Cradle
The Cradle
Episode: Iran Forces Israel To Backpedal in Lebanon w/ Mohamad Hasan Sweidan
Mike Waltz
UN ambassador? Actually a U.S. politician; retired Green Beret turned congressman discussed on the show
U.S. Congress
Episode: They got money for wars but can't feed the poor
Elise Stefanik
Congress member discussed in debate about genocide labeling and policy
U.S. Congress
Episode: They got money for wars but can't feed the poor
Jake Tapper
CNN anchor; involved in a debate segment discussed in the episode
CNN
Episode: They got money for wars but can't feed the poor
Amos Hochstein (Amos Hoxton)
Senior Biden administration official on West Asia policy
Biden Administration
Episode: They got money for wars but can't feed the poor
David Ramirez Alvarez
Second secretary of the Cuban embassy to the US
Cuban Embassy to the United States
Episode: US & Israel PLUMMET Globally After Iran and Cuba Disasters

Hosts

Katie Halper
Co-host and writer known for her irreverent and informed commentary on political issues and critiques of mainstream narratives.
Aaron Maté
Co-host and journalist recognized for his critical analyses of U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding Iran and Palestine.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 6.3k ratings
  • The anti establishment perspective and sharp criticism of politics as usual is both refreshing and appreciated

    Podcast Addict
    4
    RuminatingStoic
    24 days ago
  • Such a fan-boi

    Honestly - you guys are saving my brain. I’m thankful. A very helpful - extremely informed show !!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lola Britawater
    Canadaa month ago
  • Like brietbart for the left

    Too much rhetoric and spin, a lot of junk info. Poorly produced. Good guests though.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    m0risan54
    United States2 months ago
  • Thanks for teaching us!!

    Thank you for explaining the details & context that legacy fails to do!!

    Yours truly, Leslie Poplawski of @ink7 RecessAwareness on Twitter,

    I care about all child rights-especially the rights that lead to fulfillment & true inner joy such as the right to play, leisure & creativity.

    Article 31 CRIN UnitedNations Convention on the Rights of the Child. 🙏✌️🕊️☮️✨👧👶🏽🧒🏿👦🖍️📝📚🧸🛴🦽🎺🎨🩰🏄🏽‍♂️🤸🏼‍♂️⛸️🛝

    And anti-war anti-death penalty anti-USA intervention Etc…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lesliepopleslie
    United States5 months ago
  • Fun, engaging and FEW ads!!

    This show is very entertaining with two accomplished hosts who discuss the unfortunate state of the world and the lies of media in plain, fun language. There are also very few ads, compared to other podcasts that shove the same annoying ads every 5 minutes, so you don’t need to keep the phone nearby to skip long ad segments. Also smash that like button.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ommar365
    Sweden6 months ago

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Many enjoy the lighter, humorous undertones that make complex political topics more accessible.
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#185
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#128
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#81
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#97
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#110
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#158
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Journalist REVEALS Israelis Behind Secret Doxxing War on Americans
Q: What is Canary Mission and how has it evolved over the years?
Jacqueline Sweet explains Canary Mission started as a doxxing site targeting pro-Palestine activists, with later revelations showing government usage and a more formal, corporate-like operation.
Pepe Escobar & Aaron Maté on Israel, America & Iran War: BRICS vs The West
Q: What is the role of China and Russia in supporting Iran currently, and how visible is their involvement compared with what is publicly acknowledged?
China and Russia are actively supporting Iran beyond public declarations, including military-technical collaboration, missile and Beidou-based intelligence support, and high-level coordination that involves the presidents and defense ministries, though some aspects remain discreet and not publicly disclosed.
Pepe Escobar & Aaron Maté on Israel, America & Iran War: BRICS vs The West
Q: Do you see a fundamental shift in how the global financial system operates with BRICS and Petro-Yuan taking a more active role, and what could that mean for sanctions regimes?
Yes, a de facto new operating system is already in play, allowing parallel payments and settlement channels that bypass SWIFT and the petrodollar, which could erode Western financial dominance and force a reevaluation of sanctions as more countries participate in BRICS-led financial architecture.
Pepe Escobar & Aaron Maté on Israel, America & Iran War: BRICS vs The West
Q: Inside the Strait of Hormuz, what has changed in terms of movement and access for ships now that Iran is asserting new payment and routing mechanisms?
The new mechanisms, centered on Petro-Yuan and tied to Chinese influence, have introduced a governance layer that makes crossing more selective and contingent on Iranian terms, with brokers and IRGC involvement becoming more prominent, and restrictions tightening even for previously approved routes.
Israel’s Plan BACKFIRES, Iranians Rally Around Government
Q: What do you think Iran needs to do to counter the US-backed narrative?
There's a need for transnational cooperation among governments to resist foreign interventions, especially in the context of U.S. aggressions.

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2. Massim Mandaoui
3. Jacqueline Sweet
4. Mohamad Hasan Sweidan
5. Mike Waltz
6. Elise Stefanik
7. Jake Tapper
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