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Fmr. The Michael Brooks Show crew Matt Lech & David Griscom work to cover & build a strong, popular, working-class rooted, no BS Socialist Left. With a special focus on the international struggle and Texas, the South, & the West. The weekly show is live on Youtube @ 7 Central with Griscom streams on Tuesday afternoon.

Left Reckoning


    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Left Reckoning podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in left-wing politics and grassroots organizing. Hosted by Matt and David, the show offers a refreshing mix of smart and funny discussions without being obnoxious like some other left podcasts. One of the best aspects of this podcast is the hosts' relaxed voices, which make it easy to listen to and connect with. They are also in touch with movements on the ground and political actors who are working towards creating a more equitable future, providing listeners with an insight into theory that accompanies practice. This show is indispensable for those looking for intellectual content rooted in grassroots organizing.

    Another great aspect of The Left Reckoning podcast is that Matt and David have taken up the mantle from Michael Brooks, continuing his good work in the realm of left media. Their deep understanding of political issues keeps listeners engaged and helps them stay sane in an otherwise insane world. The hosts' intelligence shines through their analysis, making them stand out among other left media personalities. Additionally, their willingness to support and uplift movements on the ground shows their commitment to building a strong working-class left.

    However, there is one technical critique that needs to be addressed. Some listeners have noticed popping and crackling sounds when Matt speaks, especially when using headphones. This can be extremely distracting and even unpleasant for some listeners, detracting from an otherwise excellent listening experience. It would greatly improve the overall quality of the podcast if this issue could be resolved.

    In conclusion, The Left Reckoning podcast is a valuable addition to left-wing media. Matt and David's intelligence, combined with their commitment to grassroots organizing, make this show essential for anyone interested in progressive politics. Despite some technical flaws, the content provided by these hosts is top-notch and helps create a more equitable future through knowledge dissemination. The legacy of Michael Brooks lives on through this podcast, as Matt and David continue to carry forward his important work.



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    222 - Ro Khanna on DOGE, China & Gaza & Dodgin' Dave Rubin ft. Straighterade

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 68:19


    Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17) joins Matt to talk political economy and Gaza.Then, Erin aka Straighterade joins to talk about confronting Dave Rubin about Sam Seder and more Follow Straighterade on twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/straighterade_

    221 - New Setback In Trump's ICE Crackdown ft Chip Gibbons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 52:19


    become a member and get the sunday shows at https://patreon.com/leftreckoninghey folks, Chip Gibbons of Rightsanddissent.org joins us to talk about his new piece, 'Trump's War on Palestine and Free Speech Hits a New Setback'read here: https://jacobin.com/2025/05/suri-detention-free-speech-palestineand check the gaza/free speech newsletter here: https://www.rightsanddissent.org/gaza-first-amendment-watch/

    Marx in America & Are We Less Philosophical? ft. Andrew Hartman & Michael Burns

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 94:55


    Hey folks! two great interviews for you tonight, first Andrew Hartman (@HartmanAndrew) on his excellent new book, Karl Marx in AmericaBuy Andrew's Karl Marx in America here: https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/K/bo245100866.htmlThen, Michael O'Neill Burns (@michaeloburns) joins Matt to talk about philosophy over the past few decades and if things are looking worse for contemplation.Subscribe to Michael's channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelOBurns

    219 - Dealing With Oligarchs, the China Way ft. Alex Skopic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 65:55


    Alex Skopic of Current Affairs joins us to talk about three of his excellent pieces:https://www.currentaffairs.org/news/china-knows-how-to-deal-with-its-billionaireshttps://www.currentaffairs.org/news/trump-is-what-happens-when-you-give-a-landlord-powerhttps://www.currentaffairs.org/news/nazis-on-aisle-nine

    218 - Brazil's Landless Workers' Movement ft. Vincent Bevins

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 84:03


    We are very pleased to be joined by Vincent Bevin's to discuss his reporting on the MST in Brazil, both on his substack: https://substack.com/@northsouthnotesand his piece in the Nation.https://www.thenation.com/article/world/brazil-mst-landless-workers-movement/Join us at patreon.com/leftreckoning

    217 - Texas School Robbery & A Way Out of Tradwife Hell? ft. Meagan Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 95:34


    216 - Why Centrists Hate Shawn Fain & Colorado's AbunDUNCE Governor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 80:54


    We are joined by Grace Thorvilson, @grace_eliz, to discuss Colorado's anti-union government and the crisis of medical disinformation in Colorado.https://coloradonewsline.com/2025/03/05/colorado-is-not-immune-to-anti-vaccine-sentiment/This episode is packed with in-depth analysis and candid conversation—and it's just the beginning. For even more exclusive bonus content and our full postgame, support Left Reckoning on Patreon and get the postgame immediately after the main show.

    215 - Don't Be A PANICAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 80:59


    We are joined by Jonathan Ben-Mencham (@jbenmenachem.com on bluesky) to talk about the criminalization of protest, Columbia University speech crackdown, and Gaza.

    214 - The Long History of Political Deportations w/ Chip Gibbons

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 81:55


    We are joined by Chip Gibbons of Defending Rights and Dissent to talk about the global war on freedom of speech. Read Chip's piece here: https://jacobin.com/2025/03/khalil-dissent-immigration-law-deportation

    Owned: How Tech Billionaire Independent Media Investments Paid Off ft. Eoin Higgins

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 53:28


    *This is unlocked bonus content from LR, if you are not a patron you are missing these in-depth conversations each week!* Eoin Higgins joins Matt and David to discuss his new book, 'Owned:How Tech Billionaires on the Right Bought the Loudest Voices on the Left.'Buy the book here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/eoin-higgins/owned/9781645030461/

    213 - TIME TO RESIGN CHUCK W/ JEET HEER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 78:16


    Support the show and get the Sunday Shows and Postgame shows at patreon.com/leftreckoningWe are joined by Jeet Heer (@heerjeet), national affairs correspondent at The Nation and host of The Time Of Monsters, to talk about Chuck Schumer, his failures, and his imaginary friends.Read Jeet here: https://www.thenation.com/authors/jeet-heer/ The Time Of Monsters: https://www.thenation.com/content/time-of-monsters/ We are also joined by Zoe Bowman, attorney with Las Americas to talk about the tragic case of Melika Mohammadi Gazvar Olya an Iranian refugee who has been held in El Paso for two years. https://ccrjustice.org/home/press-center/press-releases/young-woman-iran-detained-ice-custody-two-years-seeks-release

    212 - FARM REPORT + Paxton's Abortion Vanity & Ceasefire Ended

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 70:41


    We are joined by Arron Kowalski, fmr. GOP senate candidate, farmer, and John Brown enthusiast, to talk about what he's facing under Trump. Then Matt & Dave look at Israel's ending of the ceasefire. This episode is packed with in-depth analysis and candid conversation—and it's just the beginning. For even more exclusive bonus content and our full postgame debriefs, support Left Reckoning on Patreon.

    211 - The Invention of Red vs Blue & What Ukrainians Want ft. Carl Beijer and Tarence Ray

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 86:39


    Get the postgame and Sunday shows, as well as supporting Matt and David, at patreon.com/leftreckoningThis week, Carl Beijer joins us to react to the abduction of Mahmoud Khalil and the prospects for ending the war in Ukraine. Then Tarence Ray of the Trillbillies joins us to talk about his piece in The NationRead the piece here: https://www.thenation.com/article/politics/red-states-walz-vance/tnamp/Read Carl's work here:https://www.carlbeijer.com/p/can-ukraines-us-allies-catch-up-with

    *Bonus * Are We Entering Neofeudalism? w/ Jodi Dean

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 23:04


    THIS IS AN UNLOCKED BONUS EPISODE, TO GET EVERY IN DEPTH CONVERSATION AND SUPPORT THE SHOW SIGN UP AT PATREON.COM/LEFTRECKONINGDavid and Matt talk to Jodi Dean about her newest book, "Capital's Grave:Neofeudalism and the New Class Struggle." https://www.versobooks.com/products/3144-capital-s-grave?srsltid=AfmBOorDC60gYp8O5oBY8SKszbk0-LXRgQAsDDXXuAVTsRPaIyK3tmH7

    209 - Trump's Tariffs & Media Wars ft. Jason Myles

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 70:50


    Jason Myles joins us to talk about his new Means TV series where he explores media, politics, and kayfabe. Support Left Reckoning on Patreon for full access to bonus content at patreon.com/leftreckoning

    208 - Why Elon Musk Wants A Company Town & Why The CIA Hides JFK Docs ft. Jefferson Morley

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 63:39


    First, Elon Musk's company town Starbase—governed by his head of security. The history of company towns, explain why these exploitative models have long been problematic, and speculate on why Musk is reviving this outdated concept to further his corporate ambitions. Next, the CIA's handling of JFK documents. Then we're joined by Jefferson Morley (@jeffersonmorley), writer of the JFK Facts Substack, re Trump's plans to release more JFK files and revisit lingering questions about the JFK assassination. https://jfkfacts.org/https://jfkfacts.org/

    Union Power Special w/ Eric Blanc & Philly Whole Food Workers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 40:13


    On this DOUBLE SUNDAY SHOW, Matt and David talk with Eric Blanc about his new book on union organizing, "We Are the Union." Then, Edward and Ben from Philly Whole Foods Workers United stop by to talk about their real world experience getting their coworkers to vote for a union.CALL TO ACTION: https://bit.ly/SOSactionFollow the Philly workers on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/phillywholefoodsworkersBuy Eric's book herehttps://www.ucpress.edu/books/we-are-the-union/paper

    207 - The Gulf Of America And Trump's War On Women ft. Kylie Cheung

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 89:08


    We sit down with Kylie Cheung (@kylietcheung) to discuss the latest developments in reproductive health policies under the Trump administration. Topics include:Recent pardons of anti-abortion activistsThe implications of Texas's restrictive reproductive health laws. Legal actions against medical professionals and individuals concerning reproductive health services.Follow Kylie's work at https://kylietcheung.substack.com/Support Our WorkIf you appreciate our discussions and want to support independent journalism, consider contributing to our Patreon. Your support helps us continue to bring you in-depth analyses and conversations on critical issues.Patreon: patreon.com/leftreckoningSocial Media:Twitter: @leftreckoningFacebook: @leftreckoningInstagram: @leftreckoningThank you for listening, and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!Catch bonus episodes, deep dives into radical history, and more at patreon.com/LeftReckoning for just $5/month!Left Reckoning goes live every Tuesday at 6 PM Central.-------Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6 Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoningCheck out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    206 - Trump Vs USAID's 'Marxists', Canada & Mexico + The Musk Coup ft. Alexander Aviña

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 72:01


    Historian Alexander Avina (@Alexander_Avina) joins us to talk about Trump's recent tariff threats against Mexico and Canada, Sheinbaum, and the end of USAID. This is a must-watch for anyone looking to understand the fight against exploitation, inequality, and imperialism. Catch bonus episodes, deep dives into radical history, and more at patreon.com/LeftReckoning for just $5/month! Left Reckoning goes live every Tuesday at 6 PM Central. ------- Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/ Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6 Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    205 - How Capitalism Devours Itself & Trump's Imperialist Ruin w/ Grace Blakeley & Assal Rad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 101:59


    Catch bonus episodes, deep dives into radical history, and more at patreon.com/LeftReckoning for just $5/month! Capitalism is failing, and the vultures are circling. We talk with Grace Blakeley, (@graceblakeley) author of Vulture Capitalism, about how the system is rigged for the rich and what it's going to take to fight back. Later, Assal Rad (@AssalRad) dives into Trump's legacy and future in Gaza and Iran, the possibilities of a new Iran deal, and Trump's alarming rhetoric on Gaza. This is a must for anyone looking to understand the fight against exploitation, inequality, and imperialism. Check out Grace's substack here: https://wcwd.substack.com/ Left Reckoning goes live every Tuesday at 6 PM Central. ------- Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/ Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6 Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    204 - The Billionaire's Come & What Trump Means For Gaza ft. Abdelhalim Abdelrahman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 89:25


    Donald Trump is back, and Matt & David unpack his return and what it means for the U.S. and beyond. In this episode, Matt Lech sits down with Abdelhalim Abdelrahman (@AbdelA1924), a Palestinian American and foreign policy analyst, to discuss the situation in Palestine, why Arab-American voters rejected Kamala Harris, and how Trump's policies could shape the future of Gaza.

    203 - LA Fires, Gaza Ceasefire?, & The Loneliness Crisis ft. Francesca Fiorentini

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 72:05


    Patreon.com/leftreckoning to support the show and get the Sunday Shows and Postgame We are joined by Francesca Fiorentini (@franifio) to talk about the fires in LA. Also, why are we so lonely and Trump, Peacemaker. Gofundme for Francesca's family who lost everythin in the Altadena fire: https://www.gofundme.com/f/altadena-fire-aid-for-yon-and-diana?attribution_id=sl:f7a9dc61-84ab-473d-a601-2fbf23228b7d&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

    202 - Trudeau Resigns Chaos In The 51st State

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 75:37


    We are joined by Luke Savage (@LukewSavage) - writer and co-host of "Michael & Us" - to talk about Trudeau's resignation and what that means for the career of Pierre Poilievre and Canada. Then we are joined by union organizer Aminah Sheikh (@aminahsheikh) to talk about how to organize with people who hold different views than you. ------- Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/ Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6 Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    201 - Left Reckoning's Bum Steer Awards 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 50:24


    Thanks to all our patrons who have supported us through the past year at patreon.com/leftreckoning

    Reading Series Rewind: Eugene Debs and Hal Draper

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 122:43


    Day two of our rewind, this time with Debs and Draper. get all the reading series' and other bonus shows at patreon.com/leftreckoning

    Reading Series Rewind: Marx's The German Ideology & Critique of the Gotha Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2024 159:14


    David and Matt wanted to release a couple of previously only released for members readin series episodes over winter break. These two being Marx's The German Ideology & Critique of the Gotha Program. Support the show and et full access to the readin series and other bonus episodes at patreon.com/leftreckoning

    Biden's Slow, Boring Bum Steer ft. Nathan Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 33:11


    Read Nathan's piece on Yglesias and subscribe to Current Affairs here: https://www.currentaffairs.org/news/the-opinions-of-matt-yglesias-should-be-ignored Support Left Reckoning at Patreon.com/leftreckoning and get the sunday and postgame shows plus full archives

    199 - What Left Media Missed About Trump's "Populism" & The Democrats Bill Clinton Problem ft. Matthew Sitman

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 60:04


    We are joined by the great Matthew Sitman (@matthewsitman) of Dissent Magazine and the podcast Know Your Enemy. We talk about Trump's fake populism, what left media missed about Trump, and what that means for the left going forward. Left Reckoning goes live Tuesdays @ 6 Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    198 - American's United Against Insurance, Syria's Shift, & What Is DSA In 2024?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 69:55


    Support us and get the Sunday Shows and Postgames at Patreon.com/leftreckoning Matt & David talk about American insurance and why it is so bad. We are joined by Danny Bessner (@dbessner) professor of International Studies at the University of Washington, a fellow at the Quincy Institute, and co-host of the American Prestige Pod (@AmPrestigePod) joins us to talk about Syria, what Trump's foreign policy may look like, and how difficult it is being right all the time. Then we are joined by Ashik Siddique (@ahSHEEK) national co-chair of DSA to talk about what is next for the organization in the wake of Trump's victory. DSA's website to join & become a member: https://www.dsausa.org/ DSA's "Workers Deserve More" platform: https://2024.dsausa.org/  ewsweek article: "We Democratic Socialists of America Will Not Apologize. We Stand for What Is Right" https://www.newsweek.com/we-democratic-socialists-america-will-not-apologize-we-stand-what-right-opinion-1989801

    The Tragic Murder Of Hind Rajab: Is The Govt Covering It Up? Ft. Prem Thakker

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 19:29


    get all Sunday Shows at patreon.com/leftreckoning Zeteo reporter Prem Thakker (@Prem_thakker) joins Matt and David to discuss the lack of justice for Hind Rajab, what it means about the broader genocide of Palestinians being conducted by Israel, and what it's like questioning overnment spinmeisters Check out Zeteo's coverage of Hind Rajab's killing here: https://youtu.be/dHn-3TOeXx0

    197 - Trump's Crypto Bomb & Can The Left Break From The PMC?/ Vivek Chibber & Freddy Brewster

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 73:12


    Support the show and get the postgame shows at patreon.com/leftreckoning We are joined by NYU professor of sociology, author of "Class Matrix" & "Confronting Capitalism" and a new podcast premiering on December 4th on the Jacobin Radio feed, Vivek Chibber. Vivek breaks down the election, debunks the false consciousness argument, and talks about the middle-class problem on the left. Vivek's new podcast will be available on the Jacboin Radio feed, subscribe here to get it when it releases: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jacobin-radio/id791564318  We are joined by Lever News journalist Freddy Brewster to talk about the Crypto election bomb, how they spent, and what the industry hopes to gain under a Trump administration. Read Freddy's work and support the Lever: https://www.levernews.com/the-crypto-triad-won-the-election/

    196 - Class Dealignment After The Kamala Election Crash w/ Lillian Cicerchia & Briana Last

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 68:36


    We are joined by Lillian Cicerchia (@classreductress) and co-host of What's Left Of Philosophy podcast to talk about why Kamala Harris flamed out in the election, the problem with the lazy arguments excuses for Donald Trump's win, and what a socialist left can do to take advantage of this moment. And check out Briana Last's paper on organizing in the mental health field. https://osf.io/preprints/psyarxiv/6cqtz?view_only=

    195 - The Squad's Dilemma & Future w/ Ryan Grim

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 82:01


    We are joined by journalist Ryan Grim (@ryangrim) of Drop Site News & author of "We've Got People" and "The Squad," to talk about what is next for progressive elected officials and how they relate to the movement at large. Plus Matt & David on the right way to respond to the Trump win, and how to challenge the identity-only reactions from liberal pundits. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    Left Victories: Lessons From Mexico ft. Soberanía

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 8:00


    This is a teaser of our Sunday Show for members. Get this and all Sunday Shows by supporting us here. Kurt and José Luis join us once again to underline lessons from the success of AMLO and Claudia Sheinbaum in the wake of Kamala Harris' loss to Trump. Follow Kurt and José Luis here: https://www.youtube.com/@SoberaniaPodcast

    194 - YES, Harris & Biden Abandoned The Working Class ft. Jeff Schuhrke

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 86:34


    We are joined by labor historian Jeff Schuhrke (@jeffschuhrke) to talk about how Harris & Biden have abandoned the working class, what is next for labor, and his new book Blue-Collar Empire. Live at 6 PM Central. MERCH 4 SALE - https://leftreckoning.com/store ------- Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/ Left Reckoning goes live Tuesdays @ 7 Central. Along with the main show, there is a Griscom stream every Thursday afternoon. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    193 - How Harris Lost To Trump ft. Stephen Semler

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 71:49


    We are joined by Stephen Semler (@stephensemler) who writes a data-driven newsletter from a class perspective to talk about how exactly Democrats lost this election to Trump. https://www.stephensemler.com/ Stand for Palestine IN Texas! https://linktr.ee/shutdownjnfdallas MERCH 4 SALE - https://leftreckoning.com/store ------- Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/ Left Reckoning goes live Tuesdays @ 7 Central. Along with the main show, there is a Griscom stream every Thursday afternoon. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    Teaser: Sunday Show - Final 2024 Campaign Thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 13:57


    Get this full episode here David and Matt discuss Elon and Trump's online and GOTV work and Kamala's attempt to consolidate the center

    192 - One More Week & Can Dan Osborn Prove Populism Isn't Dead?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 74:42


    We are joined by Austin Ahlman (@austinahlman) to talk about Dan Osborn, a union leader who is within striking distance of unseating GOP Senator from Nebraska Deb Fischer. Read Austin's piece about Dan Osborn and Nebraska here: https://prospect.org/politics/2024-10-25-in-search-of-trump-osborn-voters-nebraska/ Then we are joined by Paul North & Paul Reitter, who have put together a new translation of Karl Marx's Capital - which you can find here: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691190075/capital?srsltid=AfmBOopGZgVWnAEKREclboSM84VsrpmLkuXSmqCX5pRMu3wdzK51xTIM MERCH 4 SALE - https://leftreckoning.com/store ------- Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/ Left Reckoning goes live Tuesdays @ 7 Central. Along with the main show, there is a Griscom stream every Thursday afternoon. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    191 - Trump Fry Stunt & Can The Left Show Up For Moms? ft. Courtney Rawlings

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 87:42


    Courtney Rawlings (@ckayerawlings) joins us to talk about daycare, why we should shoot higher, and answers the question does the Left have a problem talking about moms? Subscribe to read Courtney's piece here: https://damagemag.com/issues/issue-3-mothers/ Then Matt & David talk about Trump's supersize stunts. MERCH 4 SALE - https://leftreckoning.com/store ------- Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/ Left Reckoning goes live Tuesdays @ 7 Central. Along with the main show, there is a Griscom stream every Thursday afternoon. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    190 - Crypto "Death Star" Threatens US Elections w/ Alex Sammon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 57:58


    Link to debate coverage - https://www.youtube.com/live/czx4HK7uDUo Matt & David talk about the US letter to Israel demanding a shift on policy. Then we are joined by Slate journalist Alex Sammon (@alex_sammon) to talk about his recent piece on the huge crypto money dump in the 2024 election. https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/10/trump-harris-crypto-fairshake-senate-sherrod-brown-ohio.html Then we are joined by Sam Kirsch an Austin DSA member to talk about the most recent attempt by the Austin police to get around democracy: get involved and learn more about the campaign here: https://linktr.ee/atxdivest22 MERCH 4 SALE - https://leftreckoning.com/store ------- Get our booklist here: https://bookshop.org/lists/left-reckoning-big-book-list/ Left Reckoning goes live Tuesdays @ 7 Central. Along with the main show, there is a Griscom stream every Thursday afternoon. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    TEASER - Sunday Show: Disaster Marxism in 2024 ft. Wes Cheek

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 3:29


    Get the full show here: patreon.com/leftreckoning Wes Cheek (@WesinJapan), professor at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy joins us once again to talk about disasters in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

    189 - The Country Is Over Party & What Is Sheinbaum's Mexico?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 81:04


    Support us at patreon.com/leftreckoning The Country IS OVER, Party? Matt & David talk all things US politics. Then we are joined by our friends from Mexico, journalists Kurt Hacbarth (@kurthackbarth) & Jose Luis Granados Ceja (@GranadosCeja) to talk about President Claudia Sheinbaum's first few days as leader of Mexico. Subscribe to  @SoberaniaPodcast  - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpDBiwvhKZyrUGehnWV6JLTRr3rvqWC0K Check out the Mexico Solidarity Project's translation of Sheinbaum's 100 points - https://mexicosolidarity.com/claudia-sheinbaums-100-points/

    LR 188 - Iran Strikes Israel, Longshoremen Strike Corporate Greed, & Elon Musk The Censor

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 89:58


    Matt & David talk about the major news of the day. Then we are joined by our good friend Branko Marcetic (@BMarchetich) to talk about censorship, Elon Musk, and what happened with Ken Klippenstein. MERCH STORE IS LIVE - leftreckoning.com/store ------- Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6PM Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    187 - The Shameless Smear of Tlaib & "De-escalation Through Escalation" In Lebanon w/ Derek Davison

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 61:30


    Support the show and get the postame and Sunday shows at Patreon.com/leftreckoning Derek Davison joins us once again to talk about the Biden administration's unwillingness to contain Israel and we talk about the ludicrous smear of Tlaib that ironically demonstrates anti-Palestinian bias. Check out American Prestige: https://americanprestige.supportingcast.fm and Foreign Exchanges: www.foreignexchanges.news watch here: https://youtube.com/live/EhQGXwVSt_g

    186 - Musk Buying Elections & An Economic Bill Of Rights ft. Harvey Kaye & The Letterhack

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 78:46


    Hey friends we are back this week with guests Harvey Kaye (@harveyjkaye) and The Letterhack (@theletterhack). Read their piece on the Economic Bill Of Rights here: https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/economic-bill-of-rights-comic MERCH STORE IS LIVE - leftreckoning.com/store ------- Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6PM Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    LR 185 - What's Next For Democratic Socialism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 52:58


    Matt & David are joined by Neal Meyer (@NealMeyer) and Nick French (@NickFrenchNYC) of Jacobin, the Socialist Call, as well as the authors of Left Notes: https://www.left-notes.com/ to talk about what is next for democratic socialism? Plus Matt & David preview the upcoming debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump MERCH STORE IS LIVE - leftreckoning.com/store ------- Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6PM Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    184 - AMLO Puts USA In Timeout: Mexican Court Reform w/ Soberanía

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 60:46


    Matt & David are joined by the hosts of the SoberanÍa: The Mexican Politics podcast Kurth Hackbarth (@kurthackbarth) and José Luis Granados Ceja (@GranadosCeja) to talk about AMLO's final days in office and the fight to continue to build from the victories of MORENA. Subscribe to Soberanía here: https://www.youtube.com/@SoberaniaPodcast MERCH STORE IS LIVE - leftreckoning.com/store ------- Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6PM Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    183 - Leftwing Mirror World & Is Paxton Peeking At Your Ballot?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 95:38


    We are joined by Ben Burgis @benburgis to talk about his excellent new piece in Damage Magazine - Left Identarianism Is Also A Mirror World - https://damagemag.com/2024/07/30/left-identitarianism-is-also-a-mirror-world/ MERCH STORE IS LIVE - leftreckoning.com/store ------- Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6PM Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

    Teaser - Hal Draper: Lesser Evil vs Tweedledum-Tweedledee in 1968

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 11:50


    Support the show and get this full episode now, along with all Sunday Shows and postgames, at patreon.com/leftreckoning David and Matt return to Hal Draper, this time his 1967 essay "Who's going to be the lesser-evil in 1968?" https://www.marxists.org/archive/draper/1967/01/lesser.htm

    182 - CHICAGO DNC UPDATE w/ Elias Cepeda

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 80:03


    We are joined again by Elias Cepeda (@EliasCepeda) to give an update on what is happening on the ground in Chicago. Plus, Matt & Dave give there take on what we've seen so far from the gathering of Democratic Party officials and spokespeople. ----------- 00:00 Start 0:45 Intro 6:25 Unfair Interference With UAW? 19:41 DNC Protest Update Elias Cepeda 47:30 Can The Socialist Movement Be Saved? MERCH STORE IS LIVE - leftreckoning.com/store ------- Left Reckoning goes live on Tuesdays @ 6PM Central. To get access to all the bonus episodes, including more Hitchens conversations & deep dives into radical US history, Lenin, James Connolly & more support the show at patreon.com/leftreckoning - for just $5 you help make the public show possible and get double the bonus content. Support us on patreon.com/LeftReckoning Twitter: @LeftReckoning - @mattlech - @davidgriscom Instagram: @LeftReckoning Check out our Twitch streams at Twitch.tv/LeftReckoning

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