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Abandon all hope ye who subscribe here. Varn Vlog is the pod of C. Derick Varn. We combine the conversation on philosophy, political economy, art, history, culture, anthropology, and geopolitics from a left-wing and culturally informed perspective. We approach the world from a historical lens with an eye for hard truths and structural analysis.

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Latest Episodes

The hardest problems don’t fit into a slogan. We invited the editors behind Heatwave Magazine to unpack why national fixes can’t solve planetary crises, why tariffs and “reindustrialization” won’t restore a high‑wage equilibrium, and how social democ... more

What if the renewed fascination with Domenico Losurdo says more about our appetite for stability than about Marxism’s future? We sit down with Ross Wolfe to unpack how a Verso‑to‑Monthly Review pipeline, a revived faith in China’s statecraft, and the... more

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What happens when a Protestant Christian delves into the philosophy of Russia's most controversial thinker? Jay Rogers, a heart transplant survivor and longtime student of Russian culture, takes us on a fascinating journey through his engagement with... more

What defines Iranian identity, both within Iran and across its global diaspora? In this thought-provoking conversation with historian Keanu Heydari, we peel back layers of complexity surrounding one of the world's most politically fragmented diaspori... more

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Recent Guests

Jay Rogers
Author of The Fourth Political Theory and Biblical Perspective, Founder of Media House International
Episode: Boundless and Bottomless (Special): Jay Rogers on Dugin's Fourth Political Theory
Dave Stockdale
Content creator at Nightmare Masterclass, returning guest on Varn Vlog.
Nightmare Masterclass
Episode: The Spectacle Society: When Nothing Means Anything with Dave Stockdale
P.H. Higgins
Radical thinker and contributor to works like Radical Quots
Radical Quots
Episode: (From the Patreon Archives) From Operaismo to Autonomy: Italian Radical Thought with P.H. Higgins
Victor Vernissage
Researcher, economist, and founder of several blockchain projects, including Humanode IO.
Humanode IO
Episode: How Technology Could Transform Our Failed Economic Models with Victor Vernissage rom Humanode
Conrad Hamilton
Panelist and contributor to the discussion
None mentioned
Episode: Flowers for Marx Symposium, Part 1: Ben Burgis, Conrad Hamilton, and Ernesto Vargas
Ernesto Vargas
Panelist and contributor to the discussion
None mentioned
Episode: Flowers for Marx Symposium, Part 1: Ben Burgis, Conrad Hamilton, and Ernesto Vargas
Ben Burgis
Returning guest and author
Revo Press
Episode: Flowers for Marx Symposium, Part 1: Ben Burgis, Conrad Hamilton, and Ernesto Vargas
Adam Turl
Author and political theorist who discusses his work on art and capitalism.
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Episode: Gothic Capitalism and the Fate of Radical Art with Adam Turl
Courtney Teasley
Author, attorney, and business coach
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Episode: Financial Literacy: The Missing Piece in Social Justice with Courtney Teasley

Host

C. Derick Varn
Host of various intellectually probing discussions encompassing philosophy, political theory, and critical cultural analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 231 ratings
  • Great show

    Lots of lots of great information - do an episode on operismo plz

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bernie 2016
    United States3 months ago
  • Superior

    A real treasure. Varn’s erudite musings are essential listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hdhfiigehdoshe
    Canadaa year ago
  • 50/50

    Sometimes very interesting and enlightening. Especially enjoy episodes that go into something the host or interviewees are knowledgeable about.

    Unfortunately it goes into leftist hipsterism often where people show off how pure or knowledegeabled they are for hours.

    Their takes on anything outside of the anglo culture (specially latin America) aren’t very good, so I wouldn’t recommend paying attention to that.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    gerech
    United States2 years ago
  • Incredible resource

    Detail dense and incredibly knowledgeable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aya_papayaa
    United States2 years ago
  • Very good

    The most intellectually honest show on the left, or anywhere

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IOC19
    United States2 years ago

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Provides in-depth and intellectually stimulating content that challenges conventional narratives.
The podcast offers a mix of insightful criticism and discussions around culture, history, and politics; however, opinions vary on its delivery and focus areas.
Thought-provoking and sincere; a must-listen for anyone interested in left politics.

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Boundless and Bottomless (Special): Jay Rogers on Dugin's Fourth Political Theory
Q: How did you get interested in Alexander Dugan and why does he matter to you?
I found Dugin compelling due to his unique synthesis of various philosophical elements and his critique of liberalism, despite not agreeing with everything he represents.
How Technology Could Transform Our Failed Economic Models with Victor Vernissage rom Humanode
Q: What area of technical development that people are not watching closely enough that they should be watching?
Victor suggests that macroeconomics is the most retarded and underdeveloped science and if more attention is paid to it, the world could improve significantly.
Evolution's Grip on American Politics with Dr. Melvyn Lurie
Q: How does the collapse of civilizations relate to the current state of America?
We're at a flex point, focused more on reproductive drives, which is leading to potential decline, if not properly managed.
Evolution's Grip on American Politics with Dr. Melvyn Lurie
Q: What is the relationship between biology and politics for you?
The biology of politics started because I tried to understand why we humans create civilizations that collapse, and it reflects culture.
The Poetry of Diasporic Memory with Ben Meyerson
Q: What were some of the other influences that went into this collection?
Meyerson cites Jeffrey Hill and Nathaniel Mackie among significant influences, emphasizing their unique approaches to rhythm and historical memory.

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8. Adam Turl

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