Podcasts about socialists

BLISS: WEST COAST URBAN ISSUES AND THE PACK FIRE Guest: Jeff Bliss Seattle elected socialist Kate Wilson, who wants public grocery stores. The Luxor Pyramid in Las Vegas has installed a massive slide for visitors. Both San Francisco and Santa Monica are seeing major business failures and mall auctions due to unchecked crime and vagrancy. Los Angeles Mayor Bass requested citizen help for cleanup before the Olympics. Meanwhile, the 3,000-acre Pack Fire in Mono County is being aided by heavy rain. 1926

SHOW 11-14-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT THE ECONOMY. FIRST HOUR 9-915 BLISS: WEST COAST URBAN ISSUES AND THE PACK FIRE Guest: Jeff Bliss Seattle elected socialist Kate Wilson, who wants public grocery stores. The Luxor Pyramid in Las Vegas has installed a massive slide for visitors. Both San Francisco and Santa Monica are seeing major business failures and mall auctions due to unchecked crime and vagrancy. Los Angeles Mayor Bass requested citizen help for cleanup before the Olympics. Meanwhile, the 3,000-acre Pack Fire in Mono County is being aided by heavy rain. 915-930 MCTAGUE: LANCASTER COUNTY ECONOMY AND AI FEAR Guest: Jim McTague Reports from Lancaster County show a strong local economy: a metal forming company is "busy as they've ever been" and actively hiring, and the mall is packed with shoppers. Tourism is thriving, exemplified by sold-out shows at the Sight and Sound Theater. However, a persistent fear of AI-driven layoffs exists among retirees, despite no personal connection to the issue. Data centers supporting AI are rapidly being built in the area. 930-945 A. THE FILIBUSTER AND CONTINUING RESOLUTIONS Guest: Professor Richard Epstein Professor Epstein discusses the filibuster's purpose: slowing down legislation to improve deliberation and mitigate hyper-partisanship. However, he argues its use against continuing resolutions is illegitimate, leading to "horrendous dislocation." He proposes changing the Senate rule to forbid filibusters on continuing resolutions, ensuring essential government functions are not held hostage for collateral political gain and maintaining fiscal continuity. 945-1000 B. BBC DEFAMATION AND THE NEED FOR REFORM Guest: Professor Richard Epstein Professor Epstein discusses the BBC's alleged defamation of President Trump through edited footage. Unlike US law, British defamation has a low bar, though damages may be smaller. Epstein contends that the BBC's reputational damage is enormous and suggests the institution is "thoroughly rotten" due to corruption and political capture. He advocates for cleansing the operation and breaking up the public monopoly. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 BRANDON-WEICHERT: AI'S IMPACT ON JOBS AND GEOPOLITICS Guest: Brandon Weichert High-profile layoffs at Amazon and Walmart are tied to AI replacing roles, fitting the anticipated economic transformation, though it may initially look like a bubble. The US leads in AI software, while China excels in robotics. Concerns exist regarding massive AI bets by industry leaders like Ellison and Altman, specifically whether their political ties could result in taxpayer bailouts if these huge projects fail. 1015-1030 FIORI: ITALIAN HERITAGE TRAINS AND POLITICAL DISPUTES Guest: Lorenzo Fiori Italy is launching heritage Christmas trains like the Espresso Monaco and Espresso Assisi, restoring old coaches and locomotives for tourists. Deputy PM Salvini is publicly criticizing aid to Ukraine, linking it to corruption, potentially as a strategy to regain consensus and boost his party's falling popularity. Nationwide student protests are occurring over school reform and the Palestine issue. Milan is preparing for Christmas celebrations. 1030-1045 A. COMMERCIAL SPACE ACHIEVEMENTS AND POLICY SHIFTS Guest: Bob Zimmerman Blue Origin's New Glenn successfully launched and landed its first stage vertically, becoming only the second company to achieve orbital stage reuse, despite its slow operational pace. VAST, a US commercial space station startup, signed a cooperation deal with Uzbekistan, possibly including flying an astronaut to its Haven One module. France announced a new, market-oriented national space policy, significantly increasing budgets and embracing capitalism via public-private partnerships. 1045-1100 B. GOLDSTONE FAILURE AND SUPERNOVA DISCOVERY Guest: Bob Zimmerman NASA's Goldstone antenna, a critical link in the Deep Space Network, is out of service due to an embarrassing error where it was over-rotated, twisting the cables. This impacts communications with interplanetary and Artemis missions. Separately, new astronomical data from a supernova explosion shows the initial eruption was not symmetrical but bipolar, pushing material and light along the star's poles, refining explosion models. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 1. JOSEPHUS AND THE SIEGE OF JODAPATA Guest: Professor Barry Strauss The Jewish revolt against Rome, starting in 66 AD, is primarily chronicled by Josephus, a leader of the revolt and later historian. Josephus commanded the defense of Jodapata against General Vespasian. After defeat, Josephus survived a mass suicide pact, surrendered, and convinced Vespasian not to kill him by predicting he would become Roman emperor. The rebels were inspired by previous victories like the Maccabees. 1115-1130 2. TITUS'S SIEGE OF JERUSALEM Guest: Professor Barry Strauss Nero's forced suicide in 68 AD and the subsequent chaos confirmed Josephus's prophecy, leading to Vespasian being proclaimed emperor in 69 AD. Vespasian left his son Titus to lay siege to Jerusalem in 70 AD. Though Jerusalem was a strong fortress, the defenders were critically weakened by infighting among three rebel factions and their own destruction of the city's necessary grain supply. 1130-1145 3. SURVIVAL DURING THE SIEGE OF JERUSALEM Guest: Professor Barry Strauss Before the siege of Jerusalem was sealed, two foundational groups fled: Rabbi Yohanan Ben Zakai, smuggled out to Yavneh to establish Rabbinic Judaism, and the followers of Jesus, who went to Pella. Titus focused the Roman assault on the city's weakest point, the northern wall. The overconfident Romans were repeatedly frustrated by Jewish defenders using effective irregular tactics, including raids and undermining siege equipment. 1145-1200 4. THE DESTRUCTION OF THE TEMPLE AND MASADA Guest: Professor Barry Strauss The Flavians decided to completely destroy Jerusalem and the Temple in 70 AD, an act of extreme Roman imperialism that left the city in ruins. Afterwards, Judea was upgraded to a formal Roman province with a governor and the 10th Legion quartered in Jerusalem. Four years later, the siege of Masada ended with the alleged suicide of defenders, though archaeological evidence remains controversial among scholars. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 US Greenlights ROK Enrichment, Raising Proliferation Fears Guest: Henry Sokolski, Executive Director of the Non-Proliferation Policy Education Center The US agreement to support the Republic of South Korea's civil uranium enrichment and spent fuel reprocessing for peaceful uses is viewed by Sokolski as a movement toward proliferation. Sokolski notes that this decision greenlights the ROK—a treaty ally with a history of attempting to use its civil programs to make nuclear weapons—to a position similar to Iran's. The ROK successfully leveraged the inconsistency of US policy, pointing out that Japan has permission to enrich and reprocess fuel and possesses a massive plutonium stockpile. Granting the ROK these capabilities sets a concerning precedent, potentially compelling the US to allow other countries like Saudi Arabia to seek similar nuclear options. The proliferation concern is heightened further by the ROK's desire for a nuclear-powered submarine, which could lead to pursuit of a full nuclear weapons triad. 1215-1230 SOKOLSKI: CHINA'S CONVENTIONAL ICBM THREAT Guest: Henry Sokolski The US military is concerned China's PLA may field a conventionally armed ICBM able to strike the continental US. Such missiles could use maneuverable front ends to evade defenses and deliver autonomous drones. This weapon might target civil infrastructure to intimidate the US and deter intervention during a Taiwan conflict. This prospect is opening up a new and puzzling area of strategic warfare requiring urgent strategic assessment. 1230-1245 A. RARE EARTHS: CHINA'S MONOPOLY AND AUSTRALIAN SUPPLY Guest: David Archibald China's predatory pricing previously achieved a rare earth monopoly, damaging competitors like Lynas, which almost went bankrupt. Australia, via companies like Lynas and Iluka, is being eyed by the US as a non-Chinese source for rare earths critical for high-end electronics and defense. Processing is complex, requiring many steps, and often occurs in places like Malaysia. 1245-100 AM B. HIGH-TEMPERATURE RARE EARTHS AND PREDATORY PRICING Guest: David Archibald The most desirable rare earths, Dysprosium and Terbium, allow magnets to function at high temperatures. China is now sourcing 40% of its supply of these from Myanmar. Though Australia produces these, structural oversupply is a risk. Subsidies, like the floor price given to MP Materials, may be necessary to prevent Chinese predatory pricing from killing off non-commercial producers seeking market dominance.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: 4:05pm- Dr. Wilfred Reilly—Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University & Author of “Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Seattle mayor-elect Katie Wilson, a self-described socialist who openly admits that her parents subsidize her lifestyle at age 43! Plus, Hillary Clinton downplays the threat of communism in the United States. 4:30pm- Dr. Victoria Coates—Former Deputy National Security Advisor & the Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show from Madrid, Spain! She reacts to a story about Chinese hackers using artificial intelligence to automate cyberattacks, targeting corporations and governments. Dr. Coates is author of the book: “The Battle for the Jewish State: How Israel—and America—Can Win.”

To meet the sustainability goals of Agenda 2030, there is a push for alternative, cruelty-free meat and GMOs. Many people are unaware of the mutant foods they are eating, and have no warning or indication as to how the food was made or prepared. With the push for a Socialist green economy and the overblown quest to eliminate methane from the atmosphere, foods are being brought to market that could be made with a chemistry set instead of what nature has to offer. Henry Kissinger once said, "he who controls the food controls the world." It is also evident that he who renames the food for political reasons controls what is being consumed and what isn't. Listen to Ground Zero with Clyde Lewis M-F from 7-10 pm, pacific time on groundzeroplus.com. Call in to the LIVE show at 503-225-0860. #groundzeroplus #clydelewis #fakemeat #Agenda2030 #foodinsecurity #greeneconomy

With so much political baggage attached to labels like communism, socialism and Marxism, we look at the terminology, and how much the distinctions matter. On Today's Show:Carlo Invernizzi-Accetti, professor of political science and executive director of the Moynihan Center at The City College of New York, and author of 20 Years of Rage: How Resentment Took the Place of Politics (Mondadori, 2024), explains the core principles of the various strains of thought on the left.

The new mayor of Seattle is a socialist. She plans to create government-run grocery stores and replace police officers with “non-police response teams.” Good luck with that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tucker Carlson gives up information about Thomas Crooks recap 105 - Recap of study taxes paid, Seattle Mayor-Elect socialist Katie Wilson still financially supported by her parents 115 - Clip of Hunter Biden on Nick Fuentes 120 - J.D. Vance on Hannity last night about grocery prices and able to afford a home 130 - Joe in Columbus ripping Hunter Biden, side question 135 - John's story about Gen Z and dating women 145 - 13 point loss in NJ from election

This week we look at Oasis; Prince William at COP30 in Brazil;  Germany rearming; The crisis at the BBC; The Czech Election; Will Mandani change New York; Champagne Socialists;  Country of the Week Japan;  Shogun; Colbert, Plant, and Tolkien; A man says what he is thinking; Alex O'Connor and Bear Grylls; Giant Christian monument in England; and the Final Word (Philippians 2:14-16) with music from Oasis, Frank Sinatra;  the Vapors; Masaaki Suzuki; Led Zeppelin; and St Peters Free Church . 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1sggf9exTQ Podcast audio: In this episode of the Ayn Rand Institute podcast, Ben Bayer and Samantha Watkins challenge Zohran Mamdani's plan to phase out NYC's Gifted & Talented program — a move that would hold back advanced students from the education they need to thrive — and replace it with universal free childcare. Topics include: NYC's Gifted & Talented Program Mamdani's Reasons to End G&T  Mamdani's Universal Childcare Proposal The Goal is Punishing Gifted Kids The Reaction to Mamdani's Proposals Education is Not Zero-Sum Resources:  Ayn Rand, “The Age of Envy”, Return of the Primitive Ayn Rand, “The Comprachicos”, Return of the Primitive This episode was recorded on November 5, 2025, and posted on November 13, 2025. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Watch archived podcasts here. Image Credits: [Child]: Catherine Delahaye /DigitalVision / via Getty Images[Mamdani]: Stephanie Keith / Stringer / via Getty Images

Today in Current Events from a Christian Perspective:New York City elects a Muslim Socialist mayor. It should be obvious, but we will look at why this is bad for Christianity. All this and more today on ChurchPublic..---At Church Public we create compelling content to equip you to follow Jesus and engage in the public square including Current Events from a Christian Perspective.Thanks for watching! Thanks for listening!Support the Channel on Substackhttps://substack.com/@churchpublicListen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/church-public/id1520119356Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3cWx1g4WfSOVs8MX05cSvH?si=8ajf5wFVSjakXiYS7HkmhgListen on GooglePodcastshttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTc2MjU0LnJzcw?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwiI_4eugrbwAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgFind Me:www.churchpublic.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChurchPublic/Twitter: https://twitter.com/churchpublicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/churchpublic/Support:on PAYPALwww.churchpublic.com/supportToday is a great day to start your own podcast. Whether you're looking for a new marketing channel, have a message you want to share with the world, or just think it would be fun to have your own talk show...podcasting is an easy, inexpensive, and fun way to expand your reach online.Following the link in the show notes let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1132064Support the show

David and Brad dissect New York City's newly elected Marxist mayor and his fever-dream platform of free groceries, $30/hr minimum wages, and replacing cops with social workers armed with hugs. They explore the inevitable exodus of the 1%, calculate the hilarious math on 55% tax rates, and propose walling off Manhattan to trap voters with the consequences of their choices. Plus: the alarming rise of Americans dating AI chatbots, complete with digital jealousy and uncomfortable sushi dates. Spoiler alert—neither socialism nor robot girlfriends lead to increased birth rates, which might solve both problems eventually. 

The House Oversight Committee releases three email threads from the Epstein estate that make Donald Trump look as he would put it, not so great. The emails show Michael Wolff advising Epstein on how to use his association with Trump to curry favor with him. Managing editor of the American Prospect, Ryan Cooper joins the show to discuss how antitrust policy is important to Socialism, the money-sucking failure of Ai and why Chuck Schumer has to go. In the Fun Half: Donald Trump has reversed his stance on H‑1B visas, now arguing that the U.S. needs to import talent from other countries and pundits who spent years criticizing these visas are following his flip‑flop. Stephen Crowder almost has a panic attack as he begs the relevant right-wing voices to appear on his show so he can get views and end the civil war between the Nazis and Zionists. Jim Breuer weighs-in with his take on the Nick Fuentes drama John Fetterman claims that his "devotion to Israel" has become incompatible with being a Democrat. Support the Louisville DSA's campaign to help eliminate medical debt. All that and more The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: PROLON: ProlonLife.com/majority Get 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Nutrition Program TUSHY: Get 10% off TUSHY with the code TMR at https://hellotushy.com/TMR SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

Last week, New York City elected Zohran Mamdani to be its next mayor. And while he claims to be a democratic socialist, the dangerous ideas he champions make him out to be more of a communist than anything.  How will this fare for New York City—the financial capital of the world? And what exactly is it about socialism that doesn't work, as history has taught us time and time again? Victor Davis Hanson breaks it all down on today's episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In A Few Words.” “ Socialism destroys private initiative. If you think the harder you work, the better ideas you have, the more efficiency you can create in your business or in your own life but you're not going to be compensated more than someone who does not either show those traits or doesn't want to show those traits or just simply says, ‘Live and let live. I just wanna stay in my house, watch TV, and get pizza,' and he will get the same amount as you do, in terms of cars or housing or federal supplements—it doesn't work.” (0:00) Introduction (1:20) Mamdani's Controversial Views (4:07) The Inherent Flaws of Socialism (8:53) European Socialism and Its Consequences (10:29) Final Thoughts

In this week's episode of Money Moves, Matty A. and Ryan Breedwell dives into one of the most critical and thought-provoking discussions of the year — how long-term debt, political ideology, and government policy are reshaping the American economy.With the government reopening and the markets reacting to a flood of new data, Matty breaks down the growing debate around 50-year mortgages, the rise of socialist-leaning policies, and what both mean for the future of capitalism, entrepreneurship, and personal wealth.He explores how expanding debt horizons could trap future generations, why entitlement culture threatens productivity, and how investors can navigate this shifting landscape of policy-driven markets. Beyond economics, Matty also reflects on mindset — how to stay empowered, self-reliant, and financially free in an era where dependency is being normalized.Episode Highlights:[00:01:00] The government reopens — what it means for markets and investor sentiment[00:04:30] 50-year mortgages — financial innovation or long-term debt trap?[00:09:45] The rise of socialism — economic implications and investor concerns[00:14:30] Capitalism vs. dependency — how culture shapes financial freedom[00:18:40] The real impact of government stimulus and debt expansion[00:23:10] How investors can protect themselves from policy-driven volatility[00:28:00] The long-term mindset — taking ownership of your wealth journeyEpisode Takeaways:50-year mortgages may offer affordability today but risk trapping future generations in permanent debt.Socialist-style policies create short-term relief but erode productivity, innovation, and long-term growth.Markets respond to stability, not politics — investors who stay long-term focused outperform the emotional majority.Financial independence is a mindset. You can't rely on the government to make you wealthy — only discipline, ownership, and action can.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text  "XRAY" to 844-447-1555

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with Zeek Arkham to dissect the radical transformation of New York City under a Mayor Mamdani administration. They examine how socialist policies, a decline law enforcement morale, and blind party loyalty will drive the city toward chaos. From the erosion of education standards to the growing exodus of residents, Professor Giordano and Arkham reveal how ideology is replacing common sense and what it means for the future of urban America. Episode Highlights: Zeek Arkham and Professor Giordano expose how Mamdani's socialist agenda threatens NYC's safety, economy, and schools. Discussion on voter loyalty and the "vote blue no matter who" mentality that enables poor leadership. How the collapse of law enforcement morale and the removal of gifted programs will accelerate the city's decline.  

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Last week, New York City elected Zohran Mamdani to be its next mayor. And while he claims to be a democratic socialist, the dangerous ideas he champions make him out to be more of a communist than anything. How will this fare for New York City—the financial capital of the world? And what exactly is […]

On this episode of New York's Finest : Retired & Unfiltered Podcast John & Eric discuss the latest in NYPD news and now that the noise of the election is gone, give our opinions on if Zohran Mamdani is just another establishment democrat or if in fact he has a different agenda. Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thank you, veterans! 100-year-old British World War II veteran laments over the state of the country he fought for and lost brothers for. Looking at the eight Democrat senators who voted to reopen the government. Former ISIS leader and new Syrian president visits the White House to make a deal. Why are 600,000 Chinese students being let into the U.S. by President Trump? Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) is fine with being deported? Justin Haskins joins the show to explain the rise of socialism among young voters in America. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:13 Day 42 of the Government Shutdown 01:28 Happy Veterans Day 04:15 British Veteran Alec Penstone on How his Country is Changing 10:35 Dick Durbin on Reopening the Government 11:44 Why Are Democrats Caving? 15:03 MSNBC Reacts to Democrats Voting in Favor of GOP 34:23 Fat Five 45:33 BYU Basketball Update 46:50 JD Vance VS. Medicine Ball 49:15 Syrian President Visits the White House 50:39 President Trump on Meeting with the Syrian President 52:27 600,000 Chinese Students Coming to America 1:06:06 Is Ilhan Omar About to be Deported? 1:07:59 Caller Hannah 1:12:13 Heartland Institute's Justin Haskins Joins the Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For three years following the Russian Revolution, the small South Caucasian country of Georgia was a democracy, but Stalin later ordered the Red Army to invade and to bring the country back under Russian rule. Communist attacks on political opponents, trade unions, cooperatives, and even the church sparked resistance, and an armed uprising broke out across the nation in 1924. It was swiftly crushed, with massacres of thousands, including hostages. Social Democratic and Labor parties across Europe reacted with shock and indignation. Soviet opponents began to describe communism as “red fascism” and their own movement as “democratic socialism.” What followed—including Socialist support for the creation of NATO—resulted from the Georgian uprising and its aftermath. After the Russian invasion of Ukraine a century later, the long-forgotten Georgian experience examined in The August Uprising, 1924: The Georgian Anti-Soviet Revolt and the Birth of Democratic Socialism (McFarland, 2025) seems more relevant than ever. The website for this book is here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

For three years following the Russian Revolution, the small South Caucasian country of Georgia was a democracy, but Stalin later ordered the Red Army to invade and to bring the country back under Russian rule. Communist attacks on political opponents, trade unions, cooperatives, and even the church sparked resistance, and an armed uprising broke out across the nation in 1924. It was swiftly crushed, with massacres of thousands, including hostages. Social Democratic and Labor parties across Europe reacted with shock and indignation. Soviet opponents began to describe communism as “red fascism” and their own movement as “democratic socialism.” What followed—including Socialist support for the creation of NATO—resulted from the Georgian uprising and its aftermath. After the Russian invasion of Ukraine a century later, the long-forgotten Georgian experience examined in The August Uprising, 1924: The Georgian Anti-Soviet Revolt and the Birth of Democratic Socialism (McFarland, 2025) seems more relevant than ever. The website for this book is here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

This is the full episode of The Morning Show with Preston Scott for Tuesday, November 11th.Our guests today include:- Justin Haskins- Howard EisenmanFollow the show on Twitter @TMSPrestonScott. Check out Preston's latest blog by going to wflafm.com/preston. Listen live to Preston from 6 – 9 a.m. ET and 5 – 8 a.m. CT!WFLA Tallahassee Live stream: https://ihr.fm/3huZWYeWFLA Panama City Live stream: https://ihr.fm/34oufeR Follow WFLA Tallahassee on Twitter @WFLAFM and WFLA Panama City @wflapanamacity and like us on Facebook at @wflafm and @WFLAPanamaCity.    

For three years following the Russian Revolution, the small South Caucasian country of Georgia was a democracy, but Stalin later ordered the Red Army to invade and to bring the country back under Russian rule. Communist attacks on political opponents, trade unions, cooperatives, and even the church sparked resistance, and an armed uprising broke out across the nation in 1924. It was swiftly crushed, with massacres of thousands, including hostages. Social Democratic and Labor parties across Europe reacted with shock and indignation. Soviet opponents began to describe communism as “red fascism” and their own movement as “democratic socialism.” What followed—including Socialist support for the creation of NATO—resulted from the Georgian uprising and its aftermath. After the Russian invasion of Ukraine a century later, the long-forgotten Georgian experience examined in The August Uprising, 1924: The Georgian Anti-Soviet Revolt and the Birth of Democratic Socialism (McFarland, 2025) seems more relevant than ever. The website for this book is here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/russian-studies

Vancouver City Councillor Sean Orr, an avowed socialist elected in April 2025, dishes on what its been like navigating a system hostile to him and his ideas. Sean is very candid on the limitations and pressures facing principled progressives once they're in office.The struggle for socialists to simply exist in elected positions is clear, as is his determination to keep building on that win six months ago. Councillor Orr has some advice for New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on how to maintain the momentum of a campaign while building parallel power outside City Hall. Hosted by: Jessa McLeanRelated Episodes: Get more insight into Vancouver politics and organizing in Basis of Unity, a discussion with the Vancouver Tenants Union. Local Votes: Make Them Count (Aug 2022) Sam Hersh of Horizon Ottawa on the work being done to remove developer influence from local politics and more.More Resources: CBC: Vancouver City Council Votes Against Supportive HousingThe Independent: Mamdani Shreds CuomoReferenced Piece: The Nation - Now Comes the Hard Party by RosenblumCOPE Vancouver HomepageSFU Geography Alumni Sean Orr wins Vancouver council seat in byelection - Department of Geography - Simon Fraser University

2. Key Players in the Rise to Power. Timothy Ryback introduces core players in the 1932–1933 drama. Gregor Strasser was critical to the NSDAP, balancing Hitler's fanatic nationalism with a committed socialist agenda, functioning as a popular coalition builder. On the establishment side were Chancellor Papen and Minister of Defense Schleicher. Schleicher was the political mastermind and "key power broker." Papen was widely seen as Schleicher's unintelligent "puppet." Also prominent was Röhm, who led the SA (Brownshirts). The SA was a 400,000-man private army of stormtroopers used for fundraising and fighting communists in the militarized German streets. 1933

Democrats swept the November elections in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia, but beneath the headlines lies a deeper story about the increasing warning signs for both the Democratic Party and Republican Party. In this episode, Professor Nick Giordano breaks down why Republicans keep surrendering in certain areas, how voters continue to reward failure, and why Democrats should be careful what they wish for as progressives like Zohran Mamdani tighten their grip on the party. From the GOP's lack of fight to the Left's ideological takeover, this episode exposes what these election results reveal about America's political decay and what it means for the future. Episode Highlights: Democrats dominate in NYC, NJ, and VA  Why apathy and surrender have become the GOP's biggest weaknesses, and the warning signs for the Republican Party How progressives have hijacked the Democratic Party and what it means for America's future as New York City begins to embark on its socialist experiment

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There have been two major socialist and socialist feminist victories in the last month. First was the election of socialist feminist Catherine Connolly to be president of Ireland and the other was the election of Zohran Mamdami to Mayor of NYC. But Mamdami's election would not have been possible without the groundswell of activism by grassroots groups like Indivisible, Jews for Economic Justice and DRUM Beat, a progressive grassroots south asian group that really turned out the vote for Zohran in the south asian community. And similarly the election of a leftist feminist to President of Ireland wouldn't not have been possible without the decades of struggle by Socialist feminists in Ireland. Today we will focus on these successes by talking to the activists that make these victories possible. In the first half of the show we will talk to two socialist feminist activists from Ireland to see what radical feminist organizing is happening there and what patriarchal forces they are up against. We will be joined by Camilla Fitzsimons who is a long-time socialist feminist and activist who has been involved in radical left-wing politics in Ireland all her adult life and has written two books on feminism in Ireland, “Ireland's ongoing fight for Reproductive Rights” and her new book “Rethinking Feminism in Ireland.” And we will talk to Isidora Duran who is an activist with the ROSA socialist feminist movement. ROSA was established on International Women's Day 8 March 2013 in Ireland as a feminist, anti-austerity and anti-capitalist group, seeking to build the socialist feminist wing of the growing abortion rights movement and was a major force in overturning the ban on abortion in Ireland in 2018. In the second half of the show I will talk to Simran Thind, a community organizer with the NYC grass roots progressive organization DRUM Beats. DRUM Beats is the sibling organization of DRUM ( Desis Rising Up and Moving) which is a multigenerational grassroots organization in NYC that focuses on building political power within working class South Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities to achieve radical social change . The post Irish socialist feminists Camilla Fitzsimons and Isidora Duran, and DRUM Beats organizer Simran Thind appeared first on KPFA.

Howie talks about current events and takes viewer questions. Streamed on 11/8/25Watch the video at: https://youtube.com/live/2msK6tFHUj0Green Socialist Notes is a weekly livestream/podcast hosted by 2020 Green Party/Socialist Party presidential nominee, Howie Hawkins.  Started as a weekly campaign livestream in the spring of 2020, the streams have continued post elections and are now under the umbrella of the Green Socialist Organizing Project, which grew out of the 2020 presidential campaign.  Green Socialist Notes seeks to provide both an independent Green Socialist perspective, as well as link listeners up with opportunities to get involved in building a real people-powered movement in their communities.Green Socialist Notes PodcastEvery Saturday at 3:00 PM EDT on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch.Every Monday at 7:00 AM EDT on most major podcast outlets.Music by Gumbo le FunqueIntro: She Taught UsOutro: #PowerLoveFreedom

Democracy dates back to the ancient Greeks and is meant to give us a say on who's in charge. But lately, some democratically elected leaders are acting more like kings than politicians. So, does democracy still work? And how do we stop “undemocratic” forces from manipulating us?

The Bible has much to say about money and economics. Which side would Jesus come down on in today's political climate: Would He been a socialist as is often claimed? Can you imagine Him as a capitalist? These aren't easy questions to answer, but join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer as we search for some answers. Scripture Used in Today's MessageMatthew 25:14-30Matthew 20:1-16To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher

New York City just elected a 30-something Democratic Socialist who's never run anything, and now he wants to open state-run grocery stores while doubling minimum wage to $30 an hour. What could go wrong? We've literally seen this playbook fail spectacularly - Kansas City's government grocery store collapsed in August after struggling with empty shelves and crime, costing taxpayers millions. Yet here we go again with the greatest hits: rent freezes, free buses, and city-owned everything. The bodega owners Mandani name-dropped in his victory speech? They're calling it the road to communism and they're not wrong. One owner perfectly summed it up: "We are on the way to becoming a communist state." Meanwhile, businesses and wealthy residents are already planning their exodus to Florida and Texas, leaving taxpayers to fund this socialist experiment. Is anyone surprised that the same policies driving people out of California and Washington are now coming to NYC? How long before we see the same mass migration patterns we've witnessed everywhere else this nonsense gets implemented? Make sure to subscribe because this trainwreck is going to provide content for months - maybe years.

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text MessageNew York just elected a 34-year-old democratic socialist as mayor, and the city's political ground shifted underfoot. We unpack the upset—how small donors, social media savvy, and an affordability-first platform overcame long odds—and then stress test each promise against law, budgets, and history. From four-year rent freezes and free buses to universal childcare and a path to a $30 minimum wage, we ask the hard question: which ideas can survive America's legal constraints, market pressures, and political realities?We trace the century-old arc of socialist governance in America, from Milwaukee's well-run public housing and clean streets to Schenectady's fare cuts—and the recurring forces that blunted those movements: fusion-party pushback, capital flight, constitutional guardrails, policy poaching by major parties, and national headwinds. Along the way, we highlight how capitalism repeatedly course-corrected without revolution—trustbusting monopolies, creating deposit insurance after bank panics, and building safety nets that lowered elderly poverty—absorbing reforms while keeping markets dynamic.Then we bring it back to Gotham. Expect legal battles over rent and sanctuary measures, fiscal tests for big-ticket programs, and business responses ranging from adaptation to exit. Some proposals may be piloted, trimmed, or retooled; others could become durable parts of city life if they measurably improve affordability and mobility. The wager here is not ideology, but durability: can bold promises translate into workable policy without cracking the city's economic engine? Listen for a clear-eyed roadmap of risks, trade-offs, and the likely areas where New York may bend, adjust, and, ultimately, decide what sticks.Key Points from the Episode:• Who Zoran Mandani is and why he won• The affordability agenda and funding claims• Reactions from national figures and business leaders• Historical record of socialist mayors 1900–1960• The five forces that limited socialist experiments• Capitalism's pattern of correction and absorption• Legal, fiscal, and market tests facing New York• What policies might endure and what may fadeOther resources: Want to leave a review? Click here, and if we earned a five-star review from you **high five and knuckle bumps**, we appreciate it greatly!

Aaron Benanav discusses the second part of his ‘Beyond Capitalism' essay series in the New Left Review. In this part he lays out the institutional design of his proposal of a multi-criterial economy. Shownotes Aaron at Cornell University: https://cals.cornell.edu/people/aaron-benanav Aaron's personal website: https://www.aaronbenanav.com/ Access to Aaron's paywalled publications: https://www.aaronbenanav.com/papers Mailing List to join the Movement for Multi-Dimensional Economics: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUF7MZ2jQJXY_wHKn5xSIo-_L0tkMO-SG079sa5lGhRJTgqg/viewform Benanav, A. (2025). Beyond Capitalism—1. New Left Review, Issue 153, 65–128. https://newleftreview.org/issues/ii153/articles/aaron-benanav-beyond-capitalism-1 Benanav, A. (2025). Beyond Capitalism—2. New Left Review, Issue 154, 97–143. https://newleftreview.org/issues/ii154/articles/aaron-benanav-beyond-capitalism-2 Benanv, A. (2020). Automation and the Future of Work. 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After Dark with Hosts Rob & Andrew – New York City makes history as Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral race, defeating Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. His campaign focuses on affordability, free transit, and rent freezes funded by taxing the wealthy. Nationwide, Democrats score major victories in Virginia, New Jersey, and California, signaling shifting voter priorities ahead of the 2026 midterms...

Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani received more than a million votes as he won the New York city mayoral election this week. Today we will talk about the practical implications of Mamdani's victory, how the ruling class in New York is likely to react to his election, and some of the strategic and theoretical questions for socialists as it regards elections and what political power actually means. Brian Becker is joined by Layan Fuleihan to discuss.This is a preview of a patrons-only episode. Subscribe at https://www.patreon.com/TheSocialistProgram to hear the full episode, get access to all our patrons-only content, and help make this show possible.

Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani received more than a million votes as he won the New York city mayoral election this week. Today we will talk about the practical implications of Mamdani's victory, how the ruling class in New York is likely to react to his election, and some of the strategic and theoretical questions for socialists as it regards elections and what political power actually means. Brian Becker is joined by Layan Fuleihan to discuss.

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Joel Finkelstein discusses how the New York election of socialist Zohran Mamdani was influenced by "subnationalism," where foreign nations subvert democracy. Organizations associated with Islamist Maoist ideals and CCP assets (like Neville Roy Singham, who bankrolled a campaign hub) were central to mobilizing votes. On social media, especially Instagram and TikTok, content favorable to Mamdani was given "engineered virality," with over 50% of viral engagement coming from non-American users, suggesting organized foreign intercession. 1931

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Friday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan covers the U.S. government shutdown's impact on national security, Democrats' energy messaging strategy, Ford's massive electric truck losses, China's latest espionage scandal, and new medical research linking heart and brain health. U.S. Troops Told to Visit German Food Banks: A U.S. Army base in Bavaria posted a list of local soup kitchens for service members and families struggling during the shutdown — a move that shocked German media and sparked Pentagon embarrassment. Bryan warns foreign spy agencies could exploit unpaid American personnel for recruitment, saying, "That's how the CIA would target desperate officers abroad — and it's happening to us now." Democrats' Winning Playbook: Democrats' recent election victories were fueled by economic messaging, especially on rising energy costs. Bryan explains how candidates tied AI data centers and electric vehicles to higher utility bills — a strategy Republicans must counter before 2026. Ford's Electric F-150 Collapse: The automaker faces $13 billion in losses after poor demand for its Lightning pickup. Bryan notes Toyota's hybrid-first strategy is proving right, calling the EV rush "a cultish demand that ignored market reality." China's Espionage and Agricultural Games: Three Chinese nationals in Michigan were arrested for smuggling genetically modified worms, while Beijing signed $5 billion in new U.S. grain deals. Bryan warns that "China is both robbing our labs and buying our fields." Trump Weighs Action in Nigeria and Venezuela: The President is considering U.S. military intervention in Nigeria to protect Christians from Islamist attacks while reviewing regime-change options in Venezuela. Bryan asks listeners to consider: "How many American lives would we trade to save others abroad?" Dementia and Heart Disease Discoveries: British scientists found that small increases in heart enzyme levels may predict dementia risk years before symptoms. Meanwhile, South Korean researchers discovered gut bacteria linked to coronary artery disease, reinforcing the connection between diet, heart health, and brain function.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: U.S. Army Bavaria food banks shutdown, Pentagon security risk spy recruitment, Democrats energy utility bill messaging, Ford F-150 Lightning EV losses, Toyota hybrid success, Chinese bioresearch smuggling Michigan, Trump Nigeria Christians military intervention, Venezuela Maduro regime change debate, dementia heart enzyme biomarker, gut bacteria coronary artery disease

In today's episode, Tom Bilyeu and Drew dive headfirst into America's current political and economic landscape, unpacking the recent “blue wave” of Democratic wins—including Zoran Mamdani's victory in NYC—and what it signals for the future of governance, policy, and the middle class. The conversation kicks off with heated reflections on the consequences of political shifts, examining the impact of progressive policies, the perennial debate over wealth and poverty, and the mechanics of economic systems that are driving so much division. Drew shares candid thoughts on why some policies, while well-intentioned, might be leading us toward more hardship, especially for the working class—all while painting vivid analogies connecting personal growth, historical lessons, and even Greek myths to our current reality. From government shutdowns and fiscal responsibility to the behind-the-scenes drama of Congress and power plays among billionaires, no stone is left unturned. The episode even touches on breaking news like the UPS cargo plane disaster, the precarious state of America's air travel infrastructure, and technological leaps with wireless brain implants, before rounding out with world affairs like Tommy Robinson's acquittal in the UK. Join Tom Bilyeu and Drew as they challenge conventional wisdom, debate the path forward, and highlight why cultivating a thriving middle class may just be the greatest KPI for America's future. Strap in for a thought-provoking, entertaining journey through politics, policy, tech, and human nature—this is Impact Theory at its most unfiltered. ButcherBox: Your choice of holiday protein — ham or turkey in your first box, or ground beef for life — plus $20 off at https://butcherbox.com/impact Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory HomeServe: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month at https://homeserve.com Netsuite: Right now, get our free business guide, Demystifying AI, at https://NetSuite.com/Theory True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode we dig into the shockwave that followed Zohran Mamdani's rise in the NYC mayoral race — how a 33-year-old democratic socialist upset establishment politics in America's largest city, and why his victory could reshape the national political landscape. We'll unpack Mamdani's platform: fare-free buses, rent freezes, city-owned grocery stores, and aggressive wealth taxes, but also his controversial past statements on Israel/Palestine, policing, and “seizing the means of production.”  We'll ask tough questions: What does Mamdani's win say about the Democratic Party's direction?   Are progressive candidates now viable at scale, or is this a localized anomaly? For the business community, urban governance, and national politics — what happens in New York doesn't stay in New York. We'll explore the fears of moderate Democrats and Republicans alike, how this could influence 2026 and beyond, and whether Mamdani's brand of politics can be replicated in other cities or states.By the end, you'll understand why this election wasn't just a local story but a potential inflection point for U.S. politics — how urban policy, identity politics, and ideological realignment collided in one of the most consequential mayoral contests in modern American history.Use "MG10" to save 10%https://vetstactical.comCarniVault now has single serving Freeze dried Beef-Chicken-Pork Use “EATMEAT” to save https://carnivault.comJoin my Patreonhttps://patreon.com/mikegloverJoin DEAD DROP INTEL for FREEhttps://deaddropintel.substack.com/?utm_source=global-searchUse MG25 to save 25% SITE WIDEhttps://thewolf21.com/products/stand-down-mushroom-sleep-gummies?selling_plan=2813067400

Unleashed: The Political News Hour with Chris Cordani – Mamdani's New York is no longer a city for the working class. His plans to expand cashless bail, implement rent freezes without market corrections, and turn Manhattan into a “15-minute city” modeled after WEF pilot zones in Europe are already underway. The goal isn't better transit or cleaner air. The goal is total control...

On this episode of “Fearless,” Jason Whitlock breaks down what Muslim socialist Zohran Mamdani's stunning victory in New York City's mayoral race means for the city and for America at large. Whitlock explains that Republicans lose elections because they are afraid to talk about domestic issues, and rather than boldly proclaim their vision for America, they simply react to Democrat talking points. Whitlock holds up Charlie Kirk and Tucker Carlson as examples of fearless leaders in the sociopolitical space and calls for all Christians to elevate their faith over fear. Virgil Walker, Shemeka Michelle, and Anthony Walker join the show to react to Whitlock's assessment of the political and cultural landscape in the wake of Mamdani's election. Pastor Corey Brooks also joins the show to provide an update on his Walk Across America tour to raise funds for Project HOOD. Whitlock closes out the show with a chat with Danny Kanell about all things football. Enlightening, uplifting show today — don't miss it! ​​Today's Sponsors: Relief Factor If you're living with daily aches and pain, Relief Factor might be the real deal for you too. Try the 3-week QuickStart today! Visit https://ReliefFactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF. Center for Academic Faithfulness & Flourishing This is THE definitive guide to Christian higher education—and it's completely FREE. So if you or someone you know is considering college, go to https://ChristianCollegeGuide.com to create a free user profile and get started today. Frontier Issue #4 In a digital world, Frontier Magazine by Blaze Media brings truth you can hold—a tangible record of history that can't be buried by algorithms. With Issue #4, our boldest edition yet, you'll own something real and lasting while unlocking Blaze Unlimited perks like exclusive events, VIP access, and premium content. Subscribe now at https://BlazeUnlimited.com/FEARLESS with code FRONTIER40 to get $40 off and digital access to Issues #1–#3 before we sell out again. SHOW OUTLINE 00:00 Intro Want more Fearless content? Subscribe to Jason Whitlock Harmony for a biblical perspective on everyday issues at https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 Jeffery Steele and Jason Whitlock welcome musical guests for unique interviews and performances that you won't want to miss! Subscribe to https://youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1  We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. CLICK HERE to Subscribe to Jason Whitlock's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3jFL36G CLICK HERE to Listen to Jason Whitlock's podcast: https://apple.co/3zHaeLTCLICK HERE to Follow Jason Whitlock on X: https://bit.ly/3hvSjiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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