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Today we're posting a trailer for OVERSHOOT, an exciting new series forthcoming from our friends over at Planet B Productions. OVERSHOOT is hosted by Laurie Laybourn, author of Planet on Fire: A Manifesto for the Age of Environmental Breakdown, publi... more

In our last episode of The Verso Podcast before the winter break, our host Eleanor Penny is joined by Israeli historian, and activist Ilan Pappé, to discuss the false histories upon which the modern state of Israel is founded. We are of course still ... more

This week we have a special episode for you as part of our inter-season programming - an interview with Matteo Pasquinelli. Of course, we’re still working hard to bring you more roundtable discussions with our wonderful Verso authors in our upcoming ... more

On this week’s episode of The Verso Podcast we’re back to our typical format - our host, Eleanor Penny, is joined by Wim Carton and Andreas Malm to discuss their new book Overshoot: How the World Surrendered to Climate Breakdown (BUY HERE: ww... more

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Recent Guests

Matteo Pasquinelli
Associate professor in philosophy of science at the Department of Philosophy and Cultural Heritage at Ca Foscari University in Venice.
Ca Foscari University
Episode: AI, Automation, and Algorithms | Matteo Pasquinelli
Wim Carton
Associate Professor of Sustainability Science at Lund University and author of numerous academic articles and book chapters on climate politics.
Lund University
Episode: Overshoot | Andreas Malm & Wim Carton
Andreas Malm
Teaches Human Ecology at Lund University and is the author of 'Fossil Capital' and 'How to Blow Up a Pipeline', which deals with climate and energy politics.
Lund University
Episode: Overshoot | Andreas Malm & Wim Carton
Enzo Traverso
Professor of Humanities at Cornell University and author of "Revolution: An Intellectual History".
Cornell University
Episode: Fascism, Marxism and Israel | Enzo Traverso
Jules Gill-Peterson
Associate Professor of History at Johns Hopkins University and author of A Short History of Trans Misogyny
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Verso Book Club Podcast | Jules Gill-Peterson
Leah Cowan
A writer and editor with works published in Vice, Dope Magazine, and The Guardian.
Project 17
Episode: Abolition Is Now | Leah Cowan & Lola Olufemi
Lola Olufemi
A black feminist writer and researcher, co-author of 'A Fly Girl's Guide to University' and author of 'Feminism Interrupted'.
Bare Minimum
Episode: Abolition Is Now | Leah Cowan & Lola Olufemi
Ruth Wilson Gilmore
Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences and American Studies at CUNY.
Graduate Centre of the City University of New York
Episode: Building the Ark: The Life and Legacy of Mike Davis | Ruth Wilson Gilmore and Owen Hatherley
Owen Hatherley
Writer and culture editor of Jacobin Magazine
Jacobin Magazine
Episode: Building the Ark: The Life and Legacy of Mike Davis | Ruth Wilson Gilmore and Owen Hatherley

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Eleanor Penny
Host of the podcast, known for her engaging and insightful interviews with guests on diverse topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 335 ratings
  • One of the best theory podcasts

    Love this! Eleanor Penny is an amazing host that makes her guests shine and communicate their points well. Just wish there were more episodes.

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    5
    Birke2000
    Denmark10 months ago
  • excellent resource

    recommended

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hopefortheplanet
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Relaunch gets it right

    Started listening after the relaunch and the production values are much better and overall it is a really robust platform for some thoughtful discussions. The tone is more academic, more bookish than most other political podcasts I am aware of and this actually creates an enjoyably intimate atmosphere. Makes a good change and nice addition to the current rotation (Novara, The Dig, Chapo, PTO).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    norwixhsxott
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Actual critical thinking and discussion

    The good stuff to feed your brain.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheEdWebb
    United States2 years ago
  • Great guests !

    Really great guests and thought-provoking topics of conversation !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan 2424
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Myths about Israel | Ilan Pappé
Q: Can you explain the myth about Palestine being an empty land?
This myth emerged as early Zionists sought to minimize moral objections to colonization during a time when colonization was increasingly questioned globally.
Myths about Israel | Ilan Pappé
Q: What is the role of the historian in the context of such conflict?
Historians are now faced with the challenge of providing historical context for present realities, which has become contentious in the media and political discourse, often leading to accusations of extremism.
Myths about Israel | Ilan Pappé
Q: What has changed in the discussion about Israel since the recent escalations?
There's a sense of urgency about addressing issues related to Israel's actions, and the language used to discuss these events has shifted to be more direct and less inhibited due to the severe consequences witnessed.
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Q: What do we do when we run out of money?
When we run out of money, we have to sell things, such as assets or properties, to pay debts and keep essential services running.
Breaking Britain | Danny Dorling & Chantelle Lewis
Q: What's the framework of shattering pointing to?
The framework points to societal structures falling apart and dividing, leading to increased inequality and social challenges.

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