Best The Astra Project Podcasts (2025)

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Did Podcasters Make Trump President? (w/ Andrew Marantz) 1:22:19

4h ago1:22:19

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Among the many factors credited for Donald Trump's victory over Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential race was one that, naturally, the hosts of Know Your Enemy took an interest in: podcasts. More specifically, "bro" podcasts—think Joe Rogan or Theo Von—seemed to be one reason why Trump continued, as he did in 2016 and 2020, to perform so well wit…

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Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor: Are We Entering “End Times Fascism”? [Episode] 28:58

1d ago28:58

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In a chilling conversation with Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor, the co-authors unpack their Guardian essay on "End Times Fascism," exposing how today’s billionaires and right-wing leaders aren’t just profiting from global crises—they’re actively accelerating them. As they delve into the apocalyptic ambitions behind Trump 2.0’s economic agenda, the di…

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Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor: Are We Entering “End Times Fascism”? [Full Uncut Conversation] 48:43

6d ago48:43

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ARE YOU AUDACIOUS? SUPPORT OUR RESISTANCE REPORTING FUND! Help us continue fighting against the rise of authoritarianism in these times. Please support our Resistance Reporting Fund. Our goal is to raise $100K. We're at $35K! Become a sustaining member starting at $5 a month! Or make a one time donation at LauraFlanders.org/Donate DESCRIPTION: Toda…

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A Mountain Is Not a Beach: Media Rules on the Middle East [rewind :: commentary] 2:42

7d ago2:42

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The following timely commentary by Laura Flanders aired on GritTV in the summer of 2014. At the same time as the Iraq Sinjar crisis, Gaza was experiencing the 2014 Gaza War (Operation Protective Edge), a 50-day conflict between Israel and Hamas that began in July 2014. The war involved intense Israeli airstrikes and a ground invasion in response to…

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AI and the Future of Health with Joelle Barral 36:32

7d ago36:32

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Further reading: Med-Gemini AMIE Thanks to everyone who made this possible, including but not limited to: Presenter: Professor Hannah Fry Series Producer: Dan Hardoon Editor: Rami Tzabar Commissioner & Producer: Emma Yousif Music: Eleni Shaw Audio Engineer: Richard Courtice Production Manager: Dan Lazard Video Studio Production: Nicholas Duke Video…

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Conclave (2024) (w/ Brandon Taylor) [TEASER] 3:10

7d ago3:10

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. With the papal conclave convening in Rome to pick Pope Francis's successor, Matt and Sam are joined by novelist Brandon Taylor to discuss the 2024 film Conclave, directed by Edward Berger and starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Ross…

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Masha Gessen & Jason Stanley: Is it Doomsday for U.S. Democracy? [Broadcast Episode] 29:34

8d ago29:34

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Synopsis: Is Authoritarianism Here?: Gessen and Stanley discuss the shift in America's self-understanding, from democratic ideals to a self-identity based on loving the US for its past greatness, and warn that this is not a democratic project, but rather a fascist one, similar to what Putin is doing in Russia. ARE YOU AUDACIOUS? SUPPORT OUR RESISTA…

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Masha Gessen & Jason Stanley: Is it Doomsday for U.S. Democracy? [Full Uncut Conversation] 1:01:32

13d ago1:01:32

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Sound the Alarm on Rising Fascism: Masha Gessen and Jason Stanley, leading experts on authoritarianism, warn of attacks on DEI, trans bodies, civil rights, and higher education, and discuss the need for a bold vision of a multi-ethnic democracy. ARE YOU AUDACIOUS? SUPPORT OUR RESISTANCE REPORTING FUND! Help us continue fighting against the rise of …

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The Life & Crimes of Roy Cohn (w/ In Bed with the Right) 53:17

13d ago53:17

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Recently Matt joined Moira Donegan and Adrian Daub of the excellent In Bed with the Right podcast to record what turned out to be two episodes about Roy Cohn—the "lawyer, closet case and ratfucker extraordinaire," as they describe him. These days Cohn is perhaps most infamous for being Donald Trump's lawyer and mentor, but this first episode focuse…

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Peter Linebaugh on International Workers' "May Day" Origins. Plus, Commentary: 19th Century Anarchist Lucy Parsons [REWIND] 19:21

14d ago19:21

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Synopsis: Learn the history behind May Day, or International Workers' Day. The holiday commemorates the 1886 Chicago workers’ strike known as the Haymarket Affair, where laborers demanded an eight-hour workday. The protest turned deadly and several activists were martyred—marking the day as a symbol of the ongoing fight for workers' rights. Descrip…

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Democracy & Capitalism: A Failed Experiment? Bloomberg's Stephanie Flanders, Trumponomics podcast, on Economy & Business 29:10

15d ago29:10

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Synopsis: Stephanie Flanders, a leading economics expert, joins her sister Laura to examine the state of social democracy and the impact of business on our lives, asking whether the current system is broken and what alternatives might offer a more equitable future. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://Laura…

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Democracy & Capitalism: A Failed Experiment? Bloomberg's Stephanie Flanders, Trumponomics podcast, on Economy & Business [Full Uncut Conversation] 31:50

20d ago31:50

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Synopsis- Was the social democracy model of the 20th century just a blip? This week, Laura invites her sister Stephanie Flanders, Head of Economics and Government at Bloomberg, back to the program to discuss today’s politico-economic issues and where American democracy stands. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to h…

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The Meaning of Pope Francis 1:24:24

20d ago1:24:24

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The passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025 marked not just the end of a papacy but the end of an era in global politics. The moment in which Francis spoke before Congress a decade ago and identified Thomas Merton, Dorothy Day, and Martin Luther King as models of Christian moral witness feels like another universe — far from the cruel, cramped, s…

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Consciousness, Reasoning and the Philosophy of AI with Murray Shanahan 40:30

21d ago40:30

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In this episode, Hannah is once again joined by Murray Shanahan, Professor of Cognitive Robotics at Imperial College London and Principal Scientist at Google DeepMind, for a philosophical deep dive on AI. They explore everything from consciousness and metacognition in animals, to symbolic AI and neural networks. Murray also shares insights into his…

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Maria Hinojosa & Chenjerai Kumanyika: Forced Removals, Foreign Detention, the War on Education & Free Speech 29:27

22d ago29:27

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Synopsis: On this month’s “Meet the BIPOC Press,” award-winning journalists Maria Hinojosa & Chenjerai Kumanyika lay out the constitutional crisis before us and ask what the media’s role is in this moment. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! De…

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Maria Hinojosa, Suave Podcast & Chenjerai Kumanyika, Empire City Podcast: Journalists On US Targeting Students and Immigrants in Crackdown on Civil Rights [full conversation] 40:52

27d ago40:52

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Synopsis: On this month’s “Meet the BIPOC Press,” award-winning journalists Maria Hinojosa & Chenjerai Kumanyika lay out the constitutional crisis before us and ask what the media’s role is in this moment. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! De…

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Earth Day Inspiration, F-Word: Jubilee Justice Black Farmers' Rice Project is tackling the harm done to people and the planet [rewind] 3:30

28d ago3:30

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Out of the soil of rural Louisiana, a new model for food, farming, and restorative economics. A commentary by Laura Flanders related to the LFShow 2023 Special Report: The Jubilee Justice Black Farmers' Rice Project spotlighting pioneering regenerative farming practices in the U.S. as a means to address systemic racism. Watch or listen to The Laura…

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Decades After Bloody Sunday, Is Trump Taking Civil Rights Back to Before Selma in ‘65? [Special Report] 30:03

29d ago30:03

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From "Bloody Sunday" to Modern Activism: Civil Rights Leaders Reflect on Legacy This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Description: 60 years ago in Selma, Alabama, state troopers beat peaceful protesters bloody on the Edmund Pettus Bri…

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The Madness of Trump’s Tariffs (w/ John Ganz) [TEASER] 4:50

1M ago4:50

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Speaking in the Rose Garden on April 2, or as he called it, "Liberation Day," President Trump unveiled his plans to impose a new minimum tariff on nearly every country in the world, along with country-specific "reciprocal" tariffs for those nations Trump deemed t…

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Uncut Conversations- Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw, AAPF & Clifford Albright, Black Voters Matter. Special Report- Is Trump Taking Civil Rights Back to Before Selma in ‘65? 36:29

1M ago36:29

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“When we see and hear and think about fascism, we think about anti-democratic movements in Europe. We think about the Holocaust . . . But for Black people, as Langston Hughes said, you don't have to explain to us what fascism is. We experienced it. That is what we were fighting, for the 60, 70 years after Reconstruction was overthrown.” - Kimberlé …

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Is Human Data Enough? With David Silver 49:38

1M ago49:38

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In this episode of Google DeepMind: The Podcast, VP of Reinforcement Learning, David Silver, describes his vision for the future of AI, exploring the concept of the "era of experience" versus the current "era of human data". Using AlphaGo and AlphaZero as examples, he highlights how these systems surpassed human capabilities by engaging in reinforc…

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Bernie Sanders & AOC: “Fighting Oligarchy” with People Power (Special Report) 28:24

1M ago28:24

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Bernie Sanders Calls for a Democratic Revolution: Explore Insights from His Exclusive Vegas Interview with Laura Flanders on his Fighting Oligarchy tour—Why This Message Resonates with Activists Across America. This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your cont…

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Tashi x NT | AMA #50 57:19

1M ago57:19

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Tashi is the Edge Consensus Network powering real-time AI, gaming, and more. It replaces centralized servers entirely, slashing infrastructure costs by up to 90% while outperforming traditional cloud and DePIN networks. Tashi enables Immortal Games that never shut down and a future where you can prompt-to-play multiplayer games generated on demand.…

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UNLOCKED: How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells) 1:49:58

1M ago1:49:58

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In response to several requests from our (wonderful) Patreon subscribers, we're unlocking this episode from behind the paywall. Consider subscribing at Patreon.com/KnowYourEnemy to never miss an episode. March 2025 marked five years since the formal start of the pandemic in the United States, when the federal government declared the arrival and spr…

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Bernie Sanders & AOC: “Fighting Oligarchy” with People Power (full uncut conversation) 18:39

1M ago18:39

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On the Road with Laura Flanders: Join Us as We Dive into Sanders' Vision for America's Political Future and Meet the Citizens Sparking Change at Rallies Coast to Coast. Can the Democratic party reinvent itself? In this exclusive one-on-one interview with Bernie Sanders, recorded during the Senator’s “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, he sits down with Laur…

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Fighting for Rights: Lateefah Simon's Mission in a Republican-Controlled Congress (full conversation - rewind) 29:11

1M ago29:11

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Join Lateefah Simon and Barbara Lee as they explore the significance of African American women in politics and their shared commitment to social justice and representation. This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Description: If anyone …

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VentureMind AI x NT | AMA #49 59:43

1M ago59:43

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VentureMind AI is a revolutionary platform that integrates AI, robotics, and blockchain technologies to build a decentralized and scalable ecosystem. They offer over 150 specialized AI tools across industries, including real estate, security, and content creation. These tools are designed for all skill levels, from beginners to experts, with easy a…

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How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells) [TEASER] 4:55

2M ago4:55

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy This month marked five years since the formal start of the pandemic in the United States in March 2020, when the federal government declared the arrival and spread of the novel coronavirus to be a national emergency. The official Covid death toll in the United St…

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Fighting for Rights: Lateefah Simon's Mission in a Republican-Controlled Congress (rewind) 45:33

2M ago45:33

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**Meet the New Leaders of California's 12th District:** Newly elected Democrat Lateefah Simon joins veteran Congresswoman Barbara Lee in a powerful conversation about minority representation and the fight for reproductive rights, housing, and immigration reform—how will they inspire change in a Republican-controlled Congress? This show is made poss…

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Climate Special- The Role of Art and Festivals in South Australia's Green Energy Success 28:00

2M ago28:00

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From massive storms to green future vision: Laura and Elizabeth Streb explore South Australia's rapid shift from fossil fuels and the inspiring actions of local festivals and government leaders. This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! S…

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Becoming Elon Musk, Part Two 2:01:16

2M ago2:01:16

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If there's ever been a Know Your Enemy subject worthy of two episodes, it is Elon Musk—currently the world's richest man, CEO and leader of several pathbreaking companies, ringleader of the Department of Government Efficiency, and (for now) Donald Trump's co-president. In other words, to understand what's happening in the United States during the s…

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Resisting Trump & Authoritarianism: The “Beautiful Solutions” Toolbox (Full Conversation) 47:01

2M ago47:01

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Discover effective survival strategies under authoritarianism in "Beautiful Solutions: A Toolbox for Liberation," featuring insights from global contributors and activists. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! How do people survive authoritarian…

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Building Bridges in a Crisis: Dean Spade's Guide to Interpersonal Solidarity (rewind) 29:13

2M ago29:13

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Explore the timely insights from activist Dean Spade on how reshaping our personal connections can bolster our fight for justice, as featured in his latest book, "Love in a F*cked Up World." This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Descr…

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Ronin x NT AMA #48 55:28

2M ago55:28

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Ronin, the leading force in Web3 gaming, has been hard at work and has major updates to share. Ronin chain is now open for anyone to build on, and with their huge community and established infrastructure they will attract a lot of projects. Axie Infinity has also just announced Atia’s Legacy which is an Axie MMO and is closing in on 10 million pre-…

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Astra Nova x NT | AMA #47 50:59

2M ago50:59

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Astra Nova is a web3 F2P action RPG with AAA-level action-based combat, stunning graphics, and immersive narrative design. They are coming out of Saudi Arabia and are built on a reliable + cutting edge tech stack: Hedera Hashgraph, Immutable ZKEVM powered by Polygon + Unreal Engine 5. Guest X/Twitter: @Abyssal_DG, CEO and Co-Founder of @Astra__Nova…

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Becoming Elon Musk, Part One 1:22:30

2M ago1:22:30

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If there's ever been a Know Your Enemy subject worthy of two episodes, it is Elon Musk—currently the world's richest man, CEO and leader of several pathbreaking companies, ringleader of the Department of Government Efficiency, and (for now) Donald Trump's co-president. In other words, to understand what's happening in the United States during the s…

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Love in a F*cked Up World: How to Strengthen Social Justice Movements (full conversation - rewind) 37:24

2M ago37:24

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Explore the timely insights from activist Dean Spade on how reshaping our personal connections can bolster our fight for justice, as featured in his latest book, "Love in a F*cked Up World." This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Description: In a…

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Mainstream Media's Blind Spot: Lessons from Claud Cockburn on the Rise of Nazism (rewind) 28:41

2M ago28:41

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Discover how Claude Cockburn's guerrilla journalism foresaw the rise of fascism in the 1930s and challenged mainstream media narratives. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Description: Mainstream media has a lot to account for in 2024, but go …

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Mainstream Media's Blind Spot: Lessons from Claud Cockburn on the Rise of Nazism (uncut - rewind) 1:02:43

2M ago1:02:43

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Description: Mainstream media has a lot to account for in 2024, but go back 90 years, and prestigious publications have often failed to see when things were so clearly wrong. In 1930s Germany, many journalists downplayed Adolf Hitler’s ascension to power, with the New York Times writing “There is no warrant for immediate alarm…The more violent part…

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The People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin’s Strategy to Combat the Musk & Trump Power Grab 29:02

2M ago29:02

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Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin outlines his strategy to hold the executive branch accountable and shares his concerns about Trump and Musk's actions in a candid conversation. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Description: Amidst a hail of …

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"Exit From Within" (August 2022) 20:42

2M ago20:42

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Here's something a little creepy. In a bonus episode from August 2022, Matt and Sam were discussing Sam's profile of Arizona Senate hopeful and Peter Thiel-protégé Blake Masters when we found ourselves imagining how a future union of MAGA nationalism and Silicon Valley libertarianism might try to run the government. A listener flagged it for us, no…

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The People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin’s Strategy to Combat the Musk & Trump Power Grab (Full Conversation) 47:12

3M ago47:12

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As Trump and Musk push the limits of power, Rep. Jamie Raskin explains how Congress plans to exert oversight and defend democracy in an exclusive interview. Full Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation.…

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Police Violence Against Latinos: The Shocking Data We Now Know 28:55

3M ago28:55

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La Raza Database Research Project is bringing awareness to police violence against Latinos. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Description: You wouldn’t know it from the data, but Latinos are the second most likely demographic to be killed by …

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How Bad Is It? [TEASER] 4:27

3M ago4:27

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Just over a month into Trump's second term, Matt and Sam offer their thoughts on where we're at—and, to be blunt, the assessment is fairly depressing. They take stock of the troubling truth that Pete Hegseth's confirmation reveals about Trump's hold over the Repu…

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#95: The Discipline Of Divinity With Gregory Kaminsky 49:35

3M ago49:35

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Zero with Sam Tripoli. This episode I welcome Author Gregory Kaminsky to the show to discuss his new book PRONAOS: Reflections on the Preliminary Practices of Buddhist Tantra from a Western Perspective". This episode is a banger. Thank you for your support. Check out Gregory Kaminsky's new book: PRONAO…

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The Truth About America's "Wood Basket": Why the U.S. South is Losing Its Forests 28:37

3M ago28:37

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The forest industry is booming in the American South, but communities like those in the Carolinas are raising concerns about the environmental and social costs. Discover their innovative solutions and what it means for sustainability. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you f…

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Pay Attention! (w/ Chris Hayes) 1:01:37

3M ago1:01:37

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We're all anxious, and none of us can pay attention. We don't read long books anymore; our kids don't read at all. When we watch TV, we scroll at the same time. And we absolutely cannot be alone with ourselves. These are the symptoms of a modern malaise that is everywhere diagnosed but rarely treated with the dire seriousness it deserves: an epocha…

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Full Uncut Conversation- Brittons Neck Community Forest: Climate Resilience & Reparations 43:41

3M ago43:41

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Synopsis: A new environmental justice training center is transforming a former South Carolina plantation into a hub of climate resilience and equity. Learn how local leaders are pioneering change in the US South's logging narrative. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for…

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What Happens After a Prison Shuts Down? A Report from Rural Craigsville, Virginia 30:15

3M ago30:15

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Episode Synopsis: What is the fate of Craigsville, Virginia after a prison closed in the small, rural town? We’re envisioning the future of Craigsville and investigating how decarcerating the economy can become a win for all. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your c…

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MAGA x DOGE, So Far (w/ John Ganz) [TEASER] 2:11

3M ago2:11

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy The first three weeks of Donald Trump's second administration have seen a flurry of vicious executive orders aimed at the federal workforce, trans people, government agencies, and others—all while Elon Musk and his deranged band of young sociopaths, otherwise kno…

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