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2022
Ray Acheson
This time Eric welcomes to the show author and activist Ray Acheson to discuss their brand new book "Abolishing State Violence: A World Without Bombs, Borders, and Cages" (Haymarket, 2022). Eric and Ray explore the nature of abolitionism, its historic roots, and the ways in which it is a framework emerging from the oppressed and marginalized. Ray discusses their anti-nuclear work and how the Left should respond to the growing calls for nuclear energy to tackle the climate crisis. The conversation also touches on the psychology of activism and the importance of seeing past perceived failures toward the larger goal. Ray is an incredible activist and organizer, and we are thankful that they chose to come to CounterPunch and discuss it all with us! More The post Ray Acheson appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
July 27, 2022
41 min
Michael Hudson
This time Eric welcomes back author and economist Michael Hudson to discuss his new book "The Destiny of Civilization: Finance Capitalism, Industrial Capitalism, or Socialism" available from CounterPunch. Eric and Michael discuss the nature of financialization, neoliberalism, and how these ideas form the basis of the modern global capitalist system. The discussion also explores the role of the US Dollar, the nature of debt as a weapon, US financial imperialism, and so much more. More The post Michael Hudson appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
July 15, 2022
70 min
Richard Wolff
This week Eric welcomes back to CounterPunch economist, author, and scholar Richard Wolff to discuss the state of the US and global economy. Prof. Wolff provides his analysis of the inflation issue and what banks, corporations, and the US Government can and should (but probably won't) do. Eric and Richard also discuss unemployment, interest rates, the crypto collapse, the future of the US dollar as a global reserve currency, and much more. Don't miss the latest CounterPunch Radio! More The post Richard Wolff appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
July 7, 2022
48 min
Doug Henwood
This time Eric welcomes back economic analyst and journalist Doug Henwood to discuss the economic situation in the US and globally. Doug provides his analysis of the causes and implications of the current rise in inflation, and how much of the Left has failed to properly analyze the situation. Eric and Doug also discuss issues ranging from "de-dollarization" and the impact of Russia's war in Ukraine to the political fallout for Democrats in coming elections and more. Don't miss this week's CounterPunch Radio. More The post Doug Henwood appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
June 9, 2022
52 min
Shalon van Tine
This time Eric welcomes back to CounterPunch Radio author and historian Shalon van Tine for a discussion of the greatest Russian/Soviet films of all time. Eric and Shalon present their top 5 films and go back and forth discussing various aspects of these films and filmmakers. If you are a film nerd or just a student of history, this is an indispensable conversation for you exclusively at CounterPunch. More The post Shalon van Tine appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
June 2, 2022
125 min
Doug Greene
This time Eric chats with historian and author Doug Greene about his brand new book "A Failure of Vision: Michael Harrington and the Limits of Democratic Socialism." Doug explains who Michael Harrington was, the role he played on the socialist left in the 60's and beyond, and the Democratic Socialists of America, the organization he founded. Eric and Doug discuss the nature of democratic socialism and the historical conditions in the US that led to its prominence on the Left. This critical look at Harrington, DSA, and democratic socialism is essential reading for any socialist trying to make sense of the Left in the US today. Don't miss this fascinating conversation on CounterPunch Radio! More The post Doug Greene appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
May 5, 2022
52 min
Marcus Rediker
This time Eric welcomes historian and author Marcus Rediker to CounterPunch Radio to discuss how the study of history can impact our politics today. Marcus explains what he means by studying "history from below" and how that perspective translates to our thinking of present day struggles. The conversation touches on the nature of slave resistance on the Atlantic, how and why that history has been suppressed, and the importance of unearthing it for future generations. Marcus also introduces the audience to the radical abolitionist Benjamin Lay and explains why Lay matters so much, even nearly 300 years after his death. So much important ground covered in this conversation with one of America's leading historians and radical scholars. Don't miss it! More The post Marcus Rediker appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
April 22, 2022
57 min
Jason Stanley
This time Eric welcomes back Jason Stanley, Professor of Philosophy at Yale University and author of the bestselling book "How Fascism Works." Eric and Jason discuss the war in Ukraine, the nature of the propaganda and disinformation, the manipulation of historical narratives and much more. The discussion also explores how Putin's Russia aligns with some of the core elements of fascism identified in Stanley's book. Don't miss this important CounterPunch Radio! More The post Jason Stanley appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
March 9, 2022
51 min

About the podcast CounterPunch Radio

CounterPunch Radio

CounterPunch Radio

About the podcast CounterPunch Radio

Categories

Ray Acheson

Michael Hudson

Richard Wolff

Doug Henwood

Shalon van Tine

Doug Greene

Marcus Rediker

Jason Stanley

About the podcast CounterPunch Radio

Categories