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The podcast version of a documentary & interview series on war and inequality from the heart of Empire hosted by Abby Martin. Empire Files is donor-funded, independent and add free. Help keep us going by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/empirefiles. Follow: @EmpireFiles and @AbbyMartin Like: ww…

Empire Files


    • Jun 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 36m AVG DURATION
    • 209 EPISODES

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    The Empire Files podcast, hosted by Abby Martin and featuring guests such as Mike Prysner, Max Blumenthal, and Ben Norton, is an incredibly informative and eye-opening show that provides a much-needed alternative to mainstream media. Abby Martin has an impeccable ability to convey information with her beautiful voice, capturing the audience's attention with her content, tone, and intelligence. The editing and storytelling on the show are top-notch, allowing viewers to truly understand the heart of the problems being discussed.

    What sets The Empire Files apart from other news programs is its emphasis on reporting the truth about what the government is doing around the world. Whether it's shedding light on the subjugation of poor indigenous people in Palestine or Central America, or exposing corrupt politicians and propaganda machines, Abby Martin fearlessly dives into these topics with thorough research and thoughtful presentations. The show presents a breakdown of US empire actions and provides hard-hitting analysis that is highly recommended for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of geopolitics.

    However, one downside to The Empire Files podcast is its limited accessibility due to being available only on Patreon. While it may be understandable that they need financial support to continue producing their content, this "patreon-only" model can prevent those who really need to listen to their information from accessing it. It may create a sense of exclusivity or elitism that goes against the inclusive nature that independent journalism should strive for.

    In conclusion, The Empire Files podcast is an essential source for truthful news and in-depth analysis in today's media landscape. Abby Martin's dedication and bravery shine through in every episode as she sheds light on crucial issues often ignored by mainstream media outlets. This grassroots production not only provides valuable information but also encourages listeners to dive deeper into the topics discussed. If you're tired of corporate propaganda and want news by and for everyday people, The Empire Files is a must-listen podcast.



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    Latest episodes from Empire Files

    LIVE Interview From Gaza Flotilla as Threats Escalate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 20:06


    WATCH the video of this interview here: https://youtu.be/OC1CfZut6o8?si=LZxuTopscPrJNYmU Abby Martin speaks with Thiago De Ávila, steering committee of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition, as he sails to Gaza alongside Greta Thunberg and others, discussing the mission of building a humanitarian corridor and threats of another bombing attack by Israeli drones. FOLLOW Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition // https://x.com/GazaFFlotilla FOLLOW Thiago // / thiagoavilabrasil https://freedomflotilla.org/ VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + ARTICLES + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Israel's Gaza Trap: Starve, Lure, Kill—Jeremy Scahill Exposes “Final Phase” of Genocide

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 41:21


    WATCH the video of this interview: https://youtu.be/NDtwwSdur5I?si=y-RxBak_KvUqZR4T Abby Martin speaks with investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill about Israel's new offensive into Gaza that Netanyahu is calling the "final phase" of the genocide. FOLLOW Jeremy at https://x.com/jeremyscahill and his work at DropSite News: https://www.dropsitenews.com/ VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + ARTICLES + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Luigi Trial In Focus w/ Jordan Chariton

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 49:13


    Abby and Mike talk to Jordan Chariton, journalist at Status Coup and author of "We the Poisoned: Exposing the Flint Water Coverup", about his on-the-ground coverage of the Luigi Mangione trials. SUBSCRIBE to Status Coup at https://www.youtube.com/statuscoup FOLLOW Jordan at https://x.com/JordanChariton EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + ARTICLES +PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Trump's Naked Imperialism & How the British Empire Never Died w/ Matt Kennard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 53:08


    WATCH the video of this interview here: https://youtu.be/G9ao_vRwvL0?si=O2rvPqgFWFcOOxXG Abby Martin talks to investigative journalist Matt Kennard and author of The Racket, about the machinations of US Empire under Trump, and how the British Empire never died but simply tethered itself to the United States. FOLLOW Matt: https://x.com/kennardmatt EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + ARTICLES +PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    The Settlers, Israel Bombs Aid Ship, MAGA's Pentagon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 54:32


    FULL EPISODE only on Pateron: https://www.patreon.com/posts/settlers-israel-128411910 Abby and Mike are back to discuss the latest updates on Earth's Greatest Enemy, Louis Theroux's new documentary The Settlers, Israel's latest acts of terrorism, including the bombing of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla in international waters and the strikes on Yemen's airport, the unfolding Pentagon drama under Pete Hegseth, and the downward spiral of the Democrat's most pro-Israel stooge John Fetterman.

    Tim & Abby Awesome Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 59:04


    WATCH the video of this interview here: https://youtu.be/eRB2X5aBCkM?si=CPPjp81FXGJmYi0J Abby Martin talks to legendary actor and comedian Tim Heidecker about his career—from Tom Goes to the Mayor to On Cinema—and unpacks America's madness under the Trump/Musk regime. To follow Tim's work, join the HEI Network for On Cinema: https://www.heinetwork.tv/ or Office Hours Live at Patreon: https://officialofficehours.com/ EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Mahmoud Khalil & the Coup Against Democratic Rights w/ Attorney Mara Verheyden-Hilliard

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 17:05


    WATCH the video of this interview at https://youtu.be/6y3KH7jhXeE?si=edpS7vjOMoUiPU7G Constitutional lawyer Mara Verheyden-Hilliard, Executive Director of the Partnership for Civil Justice Fund, speaks with Abby Martin about the detention and attempt to deport US resident Mahmoud Khalil for his pro-Palestine speech. FOLLOW Mara's work at https://x.com/thepcjf or visit them on the web at https://www.justiceonline.org/ EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Abby Martin & Mohammed El-Kurd on the Politics of Appeal

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 38:59


    WATCH the video of this interview here: https://youtu.be/dpZu11yE0XQ?si=ax3wTJ7BGNyceZgr Abby Martin interviews Palestinian writer Mohammed El-Kurd, author of the new book Perfect Victims. Buy PERFECT VICTIMS at https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Victims-Politics-Mohammed-El-Kurd/dp/B0D4PGSZ2V FOLLOW Mohammed at https://x.com/m7mdkurd EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Global South ‘Hague Group' Challenges Israel's Impunity

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 30:44


    WATCH THE VIDEO of this interview here: https://youtu.be/Lc58gE0FpPs?si=696B_DTU5_y0b935 Abby Martin interviews Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla, Chair of The Hague Group & Co-General Coordinator of Progressive International and Chrispin Phiri, Spokesperson for the Foreign Minister of South Africa, on the efforts of nine Global South countries to hold Israel accountable under international law. LEARN MORE about The Hague Group here :: https://thehaguegroup.org/ EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Gaza Journalist Abubaker Abed on Trump's Ethnic Cleansing Threat

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 31:04


    WATCH the video of this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D0LaSJqnI-I Abby Martin speaks with Abubaker Abed in Gaza City, a Palestinian journalist who reported through the 15 months of Israeli genocide, about Trump's threats and the status of the ceasefire. FOLLOW Abubaker on Twitter: https://x.com/abubakerabedw READ his work on Substack: https://substack.com/@abubakerabedw EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    CEO Lives Matter: The Media Freakout w/ Taylor Lorenz & Abby Martin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 66:20


    WATCH this interview at: https://youtu.be/8uHuPgFkhxQ?si=5gckMIYWfpsZ-lcU Abby Martin talks to journalist Taylor Lorenz about the latest media frenzy over the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, media literacy in a landscape dominated by propaganda and censorship, the corporate media's pro-Israel bias and her ongoing feud with Libs of TikTok's Chaya Raichik. FOLLOW Taylor's work at https://www.usermag.co/ or on X at https://x.com/TaylorLorenz EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Roger Waters & Abby Martin: Voices of Reason in a Time of Genocide

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 45:20


    WATCH the video of this interview here: https://youtu.be/aTVsVUqjjDo?si=6BTS2tyka41Tiyut Legendary artist Roger Waters talks to Abby Martin about Trump's landslide victory and what to expect in his administration, reflects on the year of genocide in Gaza, excoriates Radiohead for their stance on Palestine, and urges to seek out the rare voices of reason that exist to counteract the prevailing insanity. EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Israeli Youth Targeted Over ‘Gaza Fights For Freedom' Screening

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 41:07


    WATCH the video version of this interview: https://youtu.be/F6huCGHTtsI Anti-Zionist Jewish Israelis tried to organize a local screening of our film ‘Gaza Fights For Freedom.' Israeli police threatened torture. Abby Martin speaks with one of the targeted activists, Gaia Dan, about what happened, the current scene in Israel, and how she broke out of what she describes as "the Zionist cult." Watch 'Gaza Fights For Freedom' here: https://youtu.be/HnZSaKYmP2s?si=VmMa-nL4pWrrG_AW EMPIRE FILES PODCAST + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles Music by Fluorescent Grey

    The Democrats Deliver Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 80:37


    Abby Martin & Mike Prysner review the election results to see what was really behind the catastrophic failure of the Harris campaign, and how the Democratic Party is responding by charting a path further right. EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Empire Files LIVE on Election Night 2024 [TEASER]

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 7:21


    FULL 2hr episode only on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/115500220

    Pro-Palestine Journalist Raided for “Supporting Terrorism”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 41:35


    WATCH the video version of this interview here: https://youtu.be/_yu_O-1BM0E?si=uF8z3bq5nhVqs7yB Journalist Asa Winstanley was raided by police counter-terrorism forces on October 17 as part of a wider crackdown by UK authorities on Palestine solidarity activism and reporting. He joins Abby Martin to discuss the raid, and his investigative reporting which proved Israel intentionally killed hundreds of their own people on Oct. 7. Asa is associate editor at The Electronic Intifada (https://electronicintifada.net) and author of the book 'Weaponising Anti-Semitism: How the Israel Lobby Brought Down Jeremy Corbyn' Follow him on Twitter at https://x.com/AsaWinstanley EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles Music by Anahedron

    US-Israeli Rampage in the Middle East: Barreling Towards WWIII

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 59:48


    WATCH the video version here: https://youtu.be/p68fbA0EgJY?si=nbDmszjy_funKAVj Journalist Séamus Malekafzali joins Abby Martin to talk about Israel's invasion of Lebanon, the assassination of Nasrallah, and the potential for war with Iran. They are also joined by Empire Files producer Mike Prysner. Read Séamus' work at https://www.seamus-malekafzali.com/ Follow Séamus at https://x.com/seamus_malek EMPIRE FILES VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    VP Foreign Policy Debate Play-By-Play [Teaser]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 5:29


    Full 60min episode only on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/vp-foreign-play-113232231?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Abby & Mike live react to the 2024 VP debate questions dealing with foreign policy and the climate crisis. Thank you to our Patrons for making all our content possible!

    Abby Martin LIVE w/ Rania Khalek & Katie Halper in NYC [Teaser]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 4:58


    FULL VIDEO & PODCAST EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/posts/abby-martin-live-112839125?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles

    Trump/Harris Foreign Policy Debate Play-By-Play [Preview]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 7:35


    FULL 2-HR EPISODE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/trump-harris-by-111880210?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Abby & Mike endure the great pain of listening to the first (and maybe last) Trump-Harris debate while recording live, to give their raw reactions and analysis of points pertaining to war & climate change. This episode is only for Patrons as a thank you for making our work possible :) VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    How to Boycott Israel w/ BDS Movement North America Coordinator

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 68:20


    Abby Martin is joined by Olivia Katbi, the North America Coordinator for the BDS Movement, to talk about Israel in the 2024 Olympics, Gaza in the context of the presidential election, and everything you need to know about the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement. Olivia has worked on a number of BDS campaigns including successful targeting of G4S, General Mills, Ben & Jerry's, and Intel. You can follow her at X.com/oliviakatbi and her organization https://bdsmovement.net VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    Walz With Bashir + Venezuela Coup 6.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 34:05


    FULL EPISODE :: https://www.patreon.com/posts/walz-with-bashir-109744505?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Abby and Mike discuss the current state of the 2024 presidential election following Harris's pick for VP & its implications for the Palestine solidarity movement, as well as the new US attempts to undermine democracy in Venezuela. Watch our full Venezuela playlist for more info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ii5MlQgGXyk&list=PLKFPL9JtA3b-D4fwvZRK_G1YiSyLWVEna

    US Troops Quit in Protest, Abby vs. Israeli Spy, Election Dystopia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 49:11


    Full 90min episode only on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/soldiers-over-v-106388174?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Abby Martin & Mike Prysner discuss their exclusive story revealing how dozens of US troops are filing as conscientious objectors to protest Biden's Gaza policy, give updates on all things Gaza related including analysis of Abby's debate with an Israeli spy on Piers Morgan. VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    [PREVIEW] Tulsi's Gabbard's Memoir: A Book About Nothing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 16:23


    FULL EPISODE now available on the EYES LEFT PODCAST wherever you stream shows. Tulsi Gabbard's bid to be Trump's VP is laid out in her debut book: a memoir which must hide her personal & political past. Mike made the painful journey of reading it, and took Julian Feeld & Josh Ettingermentum along for the ride. Follow Julian Feeld on Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/julianfeeld⁠ Listen to his QAA Podcast at: ⁠https://www.qanonanonymous.com⁠ Follow Josh Ettingermentum on Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/ettingermentum⁠ Read & Subscribe to his Substack: https://www.ettingermentum.news SUPPORT Eyes Left by donating to Empire Files, a media non-profit: https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles

    ‘Suspended Between Hope & the Abyss' - UN Special Rapporteur on Palestine

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 39:55


    Abby Martin is joined by Francesca Albanese, United Nations Special Rapporteur on Palestine, to discuss the mounting legal case against Israel, ICC issuing arrest warrants, and her UN report "The Anatomy of a Genocide" that compiled the evidence of Israeli crimes in Gaza. WATCH the video version of this episode :: https://youtu.be/RSYCsBr1ajg?si=VFqcupSsfBaQfX71 VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS TO EMPIRE FILES :: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/754f1a9c-c2cf-4dd5-8f55-05f4604944c0

    The Army of Capitalism: Understanding NATO

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 76:39


    As NATO enters its 75th year, Abby Martin talks to Pawel Wargan about the imperialist military alliance's foundation, expansion and purpose to secure Western capitalism and US domination around the world. Pawel Wargan is a member of the Coordinating Collective of the Democracy in Europe Movement (DiEM25) and Coordinator of the Secretariat of the Progressive International. VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    Rape Threats for Not ‘Condemning Hamas': Abby Reviews Piers Morgan Debate [PREVIEW]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 6:30


    FULL EPISODE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/rape-threats-for-102033787?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link After Abby humiliated an Israeli state propagandist in a debate on Piers Morgan, an Israeli attack campaign has flooded her social media. Abby & Mike react to the onslaught in this Patron-only exclusive.

    Genocidal Intent: Israel In Their Own Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 94:42


    Abby Martin & Khalid Elassaad talk about his website https://www.israelquotes.com, which extensively documents Israeli genocide, apartheid and fascism in the direct words of Israeli and US officials. They also discuss Khalid being fired from tech company Agoria for standing up for Palestine, and how Big Tech facilitates suppression of pro-Palestine speech. VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    Unprecedented War Crimes: Eyewitness Truth in Gaza Hospitals w/ Dr. Thaer Ahmad

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 43:53


    WATCH the video version of this interview at https://youtu.be/REnN_dLtrLA?si=tFgXPMntN-lkEgv5 Having just returned from nearly a month treating the wounded in Gaza, emergency physician Dr. Thaer Ahmad talks with Abby Martin about the abduction/torture of doctors and hospitals under constant siege. Cutting through mainstream propaganda, Dr. Ahmad also sets the stage for the coming crisis of starvation. Dr. Ahmad is the Global Health Director at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Chicago. VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    Discussion with Biden Official Who Quit in Protest Over Gaza

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2024 38:37


    Abby Martin speaks to Tariq Habash, a senior Education Department official appointed by Biden, about his decision to publicly resign over the administration's Israel policy. WATCH this interview at https://youtu.be/Pe5rZR_CYl0?si=LrogBuobwMhwGd6b VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    The Gaza Zeitgeist w/ Peter Joseph & Abby Martin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2024 84:44


    WATCH the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoMuEBcusSk&t=2s Legendary filmmaker, author and activist Peter Joseph joins Abby to discuss the Gaza genocide, as well as debunking liberal Zionism through the lens of Bill Maher. For Peter's podcast, articles, films & more visit https://www.peterjoseph.info VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    Israel Heads to The Hague for Genocide

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 47:34


    Abby Martin talks to journalist Sam Husseini about South Africa's charges of genocide against Israel at the UN's highest court under the Genocide Convention, what the implications of the ruling could be and the precedent this sets for an emerging multipolar world. Follow Sam Husseini's work at https://husseini.substack.com SUPPORT our work at: https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles

    Saul Williams & Abby Martin: Israel's High-Tech Barbarism

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2023 63:44


    WATCH the video version of this interview here: https://youtu.be/m8gEEI4DR_0?si=W-h1If_6JU6ye2JL Legendary artist Saul Williams joins Empire Files to discuss the overlap of high technology with medieval barbarism in Israel's genocide. VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles FOLLOW Saul at https://twitter.com/saulwilliams MUSIC by Anahedron

    Mia Khalifa & Abby Martin: Confronting Israel's Racism & Propaganda

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 62:19


    WATCH this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SEoEUjQI0MA?si=f-pGqkGpangqDz_q Among the most attacked of Israel's critics, the bold Mia Khalifa joins Abby Martin to discuss her childhood under Israeli occupation, the Gaza genocide and the anti-Arab racism at the heart of Israeli propaganda. VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles FOLLOW Mia at https://www.instagram.com/miakhalifa & https://www.twitter.com/miakhalifa MUSIC by Anahedron

    Abby Martin & Alana Hadid: The Conversation Israel Wants to Silence

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023 62:17


    WATCH the video version here: https://youtu.be/nrK7q8PLkjA?si=GIeoe3mBqnDFdGG6 Alana Hadid, part of the most well-known Palestinian family (and the most hated by Israel), joins Abby Martin for an exclusive interview to discuss her family history, being constantly smeared by Israel, the unfolding genocide in Gaza and much more... FOLLOW Alana at https://www.instagram.com/lanzybear/ VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    Will Lebanon Go to War to Save Gaza? w/ Rania Khalek

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 56:35


    Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/2vCAz3FPBYw Rania Khalek, host of Dispatches on BreakThrough News, joins Abby to discuss the Gaza genoicde, the border war between Hezbollah and Israel, and the potential for a full-blown regional war. VIDEOS + MERCH + SOCIALS + PATREON + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT :: https://linktr.ee/empirefiles WATCH Rania's show at https://youtube.com/breakthroughnews MUSIC by Anahedron

    Roger Waters & Abby Martin on Gaza Genocide

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 54:14


    Legendary Pink Floyd musician Roger Waters joins Empire Files to discuss his longtime advocacy for Palestine and the crisis in Gaza. WATCH THE YOUTUBE VERSION HERE: https://youtu.be/ScNHE78Lye0?si=6y2UrGPUICtR6ryp Keep Empire Files independent & ad-free (and get exclusive bonus content) at https://www.Patreon.com/EmpireFiles FOLLOW // https://twitter.com/EmpireFiles // https://twitter.com/abbymartin // https://twitter.com/rogerwaters MERCH // https://empirefiles.store MUSIC by ANAHEDRON

    Gaza Refugee on the Gaza Genocide: The World Gives Us Only Bodybags

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 86:21


    Abby Martin speaks with Mohammed, who was born and raised in Gaza, about his life in the strip and the current US/Israeli genocide.

    Emergency Broadcast - Israel's Hospital Massacre & the Gaza Genocide

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 125:39


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    Russell Brand is no Julian Assange [PREVIEW]

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 18:18


    After an exciting update on Earth's Greatest Enemy, Abby and Mike dive into the allegations against Russell Brand and the comparison to the persecution of Julian Assange. Hear the full 100-minute episode only on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/russell-brand-is-90332852?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

    "The Goal Is To Stack Bodies" - Special Forces Soldier Speaks Out [PREVIEW from EYES LEFT Podcast]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 9:48


    FULL EPISODE available free on EYES LEFT Podcast, wherever you stream. EYES LEFT is not an official project of The Empire Files—all your tax-deductible donations to Empire Files at https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles or elsewhere fund this important anti-war project. FOLLOW Eyes Left on Twitter at https://twitter.com/eyesleftpod

    Climate Scientist Dr. Rick Thoman [PREVIEW - Earth's Greatest Enemy Bonus Content]

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 6:35


    Full video & podcast episode only at http://patreon.com/empirefiles - All donations are tax-deductible and fund production of our new feature documentary on US military pollution, Earth's Greatest Enemy (learn more at https://earthsgreatestenemy.com) WATCH THE NEW TRAILER: https://youtu.be/rphBWk15_h4?si=XikIb2vtQgPz5TXi The first interview we are releasing is with Alaska's premiere climate specialist at the University of Fairbanks, Rick Thoman. Climate scientists call Alaska “the canary in the coal mine” regarding climate change, because the effects of the earth's warming are felt there first for many factors Rick will explain.

    CIA Stories: The Jakarta Method w/ Vincent Bevins

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 67:37


    Abby Martin speaks with journalist Vincent Bevins about the hidden CIA genocide in Indonesia, which created the model for US extermination campaigns against communists in 22 countries during the Cold War. WATCH this episode // https://youtu.be/up3-lOiO9L8 BUY The Jakarta Method by Vincent Bevins here: https://vincentbevins.com/book/ FOLLOW https://twitter.com/Vinncent // https://twitter.com/AbbyMartin // https://twitter.com/EmpireFiles Keep Empire Files independent & ad-free (and get exclusive bonus content) at https://www.Patreon.com/EmpireFiles MERCH // https://empirefiles.store

    Abby Martin & Immortal Technique: Civil War

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2023 63:14


    Watch the video of this interview at: https://youtu.be/nmgzX-GsrN0 Legendary rapper Immortal Technique joins Abby to discuss the escalating tensions of the post-Trump era, the duopoly playing Americans, right-wing cooptation of conspiracy theory and deep-state critique, teaching real history and much more. Support Immortal Technique's grassroots organization Rebel Army Runs at https://www.rebelarmyruns.com Keep Empire Files independent & ad-free (and get exclusive bonus content) at https://www.Patreon.com/EmpireFiles FOLLOW // https://twitter.com/ImmortalTech // https://twitter.com/EmpireFiles MERCH // https://empirefiles.store

    Cambridge Analytica: The Mindf*ck That Wasn't

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 56:32


    Everything you remember about the Cambridge Analytica scandal is probably wrong—from its power to swing elections to the so-called whistleblower who saved democracy. Julian Feeld of The QAnon Anonymous Podcast is back to discuss their major revelations about this memory-holed story. Check out QAA's investigation here: https://www.qanonanonymous.com FOLLOW Julian at https://twitter.com/julianfeeld SUPPORT Empire Files, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, at https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles MUSIC by Anahedron

    The QAnon Era w/ Julian Feeld

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 72:10


    Julian Feeld of The QAnon Anonymous Podcast joins Abby Martin to discuss the origins of the movement, what the media got wrong, what it has evolved into and it's resonance among those in power: from Elon Musk to Republicans in Congress. Check out the work of QAA at https://www.qanonanonymous.com FOLLOW Julian at https://twitter.com/julianfeeld SUPPORT Empire Files, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, at https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles

    The Most Toxic Place in America w/ Joshua Frank

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2022 65:42


    'ATOMIC DAYS: The Untold Story of the Most Toxic Place in America' is an urgent book about the toxic legacy of nuclear weapons production and the even bigger calamitous disaster waiting to happen, totally unknown to most Americans. Author Joshua Frank joins Abby Martin and Mike Prysner to discuss this ticking time bomb in Washington State, and its larger implications for nuclear weapons and power. BUY 'Atomic Days' by Joshua Frank in print of Ebook: https://www.haymarketbooks.org/books/1940-atomic-days FOLLOW Joshua at https://twitter.com/joshua__frank SUPPORT Empire Files with a tax-deductible donation: https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles MUSIC: 'Inevitable Collapse' by ANAHEDRON https://condinarecords.bandcamp.com/track/inevitable-collapse

    Report-Back From Guam & Okinawa [PREVIEW]

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 7:08


    FULL EPISODE ONLY AT https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles This 90-minute episode is an exclusive report-back for everyone who has made the trip, and our Earth's Greatest Enemy film project, possible with their donations. Get this any other behind-the-scenes reports as we work on this new feature documentary by making a tax-deductible donation!

    Racism & Rigging: The LA City Council Scandal w/ Josh Androsky

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 89:33


    A secret (illegal) recording of Los Angeles City Council has set city politics on fire. We discuss the local story that has surged to national headlines about corruption, racism and disenfranchisement that has embroiled four "progressive" political officials. Featuring Josh Androsky https://twitter.com/shutupandrosky SUPPORT Empire Files (a 501c3 non-profit) and get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles

    Roe v. The Empire - Analyzing the Aftermath [PREVIEW]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2022 28:09


    Full 3-hour episode only at https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles Abby & Mike have a long talk after the overturn of Roe v. Wade: how we got here and the disturbing new reality in America. This episode is for Patrons only as a thank you for your support!

    Abby at RIMPAC War Games: The Inside Story [PREVIEW]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 7:06


    Full 90min episode only at https://www.patreon.com/empirefiles. Exciting news! We successfully got Abby access to the RIMPAC war games, including Navy assault ships and press conferences with top commanders, as well as the Secretary of the Navy. We got incredible footage and interactions for our new documentary Earth's Greatest Enemy, and are making this inside story available to everyone who has donated to the film. Thank you so much for your support, we are so excited about the progress we've made and what's to come! https://earthsgreatestenemy.com

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