Best C Derick Varn Podcasts (2024)

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Tendencies on the Left (Ft. C. Derick Varn) 1:40:21

21d ago1:40:21

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Listen to the Part 2 "MAGA Communism" episode in The Backroom exclusive podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by the theorist, writer, and Marxist podcast veteran C. Derick Varn (Who runs the podcast channel "Varn Vlog") to discuss the complicated, bizarre history of certain tend…

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Diving into the Wreckage: Specters of Left Melancholia w/ C. Derick Varn 58:34

22d ago58:34

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It's been four years since the demise of Sandersism in the United States. It's been two years since the COVID-19 crisis upended society and Russia invaded Ukraine. Socialist politics is, if anything, even more fractured and impotent than it was last decade. What do we make of the deep melancholy gripping politics today? How have the various politic…

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Boundless and Bottomless Seas: "The Fourth Political Theory" by Aleksandr Dugin (Episode 5) 15:55

29m ago15:55

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Enjoy this fifth episode of a side project with Varn, Sean, and Regrettable Century, where they "explain right-wing thought to you so you can actually do something with it." In this episode they read chapters 2 and 3 of Dugin's Fourth Political Theory" and ask: "What is it that liberalism does? Who is it's actors? What is the political economy? All…

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UBI vs Universal Basic Services (UBS) 48:05

14m ago48:05

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Support the show and get access to exclusive podcast episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by Steve Grumbine, founder of the ⁠RealProgressives⁠ non-profit and host of the ⁠Macro N Cheese⁠ ⁠podcast⁠, a podcast focused on Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and left history. In this epis…

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Revolutionary Pessimism: A Deep Dive into Marxist Theory 2:21:47

2d ago2:21:47

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Chirs and Jason of the regrettable century return. Is revolutionary optimism just delusional wishful thinking? Join us as we dissect the tension between revolutionary optimism and pessimism within Marxist theory. We scrutinize Maoist and anarchist influences on American leftist thought, revealing the struggle between human agency and material condi…

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E252 - Exiting the Star Wars Castle 53:32

5d ago53:32

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NEWS EPISODE! We talk about the the 4hr Star Wars Youtube video, and strike updates, Russian War Keynesian updates, COVID propaganda updates, and a preview of Sean's new AI show. Spectacular Failure of Star Wars Hotel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0CpOYZZZ Labor: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/13/business/economy/supreme-court-starbucks-nlrb.h…

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The Limits of Reformism (Ft. Steve Grumbine) 1:02:55

6d ago1:02:55

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Support the show and get access to the Part 2 early on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by Steve Grumbine, founder of the RealProgressives non-profit and host of the Macro N Cheese podcast, a podcast focused on Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and left history. In this episode, we discuss …

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(Bonus) Boundless and Bottomless Seas : Unpacking Dugin's Influence and Global Political Dynamics with Jules Taylor 3:16:31

7d ago3:16:31

3:16:31

This audio episode is available on the youtube channel and was made available to patrons a month ago. Embark on an intellectual voyage with Jules Taylor, the esteemed podcast host and producer, as we dissect the enigmatic ideologies shaping our world. From the radical traditionalism of Alexander Dugin to the complexities of red-brown alliances, we …

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E251 - Is Hamas Vegan? 1:04:13

8d ago1:04:13

1:04:13

Daniel returns to tell us about the Chicago encampments, Andy reports back from the New School occupation, and we re-read two Moishe Postone essays on anti-zionism and antisemitism in light of the new movement. For the full episode, all bonus content, and access to ongoing discussion and debate in our Discord community, support the show at http://p…

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Transforming the Global Working Class: Economic Evolution and the Communist Perspective with Phil Neel 1:44:48

10d ago1:44:48

1:44:48

Discover the fate of the global working class through the expert lens of communist geographer Field Neal, as we dissect the seismic transformations rippling through shrinking industrial sectors and spiking productivity. This episode traverses the historical legacies of industrial powers, such as the United States and Britain, to unpack the challeng…

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BONUS: Mad Max Anarchism 10:07

13d ago10:07

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For the full episode and all other bonus content, support the show at http://patreon.com/theantifada Anarcho-Anon Film Critic Daniel and Andy discuss the politics of Furiosa and the rest of the Mad Max franchise through the theories of Pierre Clastres, Donna Haraway, Maggie Nelson, Bruno Latour, Nick Land, Hillary Clinton, punk, and disaster anarch…

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E250: La CUNY Lucha Continúa w/ Carolyn Hietter & Ian J. Seda-Irizarry 1:10:36

15d ago1:10:36

1:10:36

Sean KB welcomes to the show two teachers (Carolyn Hietter and Ian Seda) from the John Jay College Department of Economics (Marxist) to discuss their program and the goings-on at the City University of New York since the beginning of the atrocities in Gaza: the McCarthyite administration's war on free speech, the massive shifts within the bourgeois…

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Deciphering Economic Growth: Interest Rates and Modern Monetary Theory with Warren Mosler 1:07:17

17d ago1:07:17

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Uncover the surprising consequences of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions with Warren Mosler, a leading economist and the insightful voice behind Modern Monetary Theory. As we navigate the bewildering relationship between monetary policy and economic growth, Mosler debunks the expected slowdown narrative, revealing instead how higher int…

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The Pulse of a Movement: Insights from the 2024 Labor Notes Conference 1:54:03

21d ago1:54:03

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Embark on a journey to the heart of labor's battleground with Kellen Gildersleeve and Nurse John, as they unpack the electrifying atmosphere of the 2024 Labor Notes Conference. From the rousing victory of the United Auto Workers in the South to the diverse experiences of unionists across the country, this episode captures the pulse of a movement on…

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Traversing Ideologies: American Politics, Secularism, and Historical Thought with Justin Clark 1:57:14

24d ago1:57:14

1:57:14

Join the intellectual odyssey with our guest, Justin Clark, public historian and director of digital initiatives at the Indiana Historical Bureau, as we weave through a labyrinth of political ideologies, historical narratives, and the evolution of secular humanism. Unlock the mysteries of midwestern republicanism, dissect the transformation of poli…

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E249 - Raising Debs w/ Reid Kane 56:30

29d ago56:30

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Sean and Andy are joined by Reid Kane to discuss the tortured legacy of the Socialist Party of America. Why doesn't the United States have a nominally working class party like the UK, where unions formed the institutional base for an independent party? How come state repression was so effective in undermining working class self-organization in the …

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Rethinking Social Equity Through the Lens of Historical Materialism with Ridhiman Balaji 1:33:26

1M ago1:33:26

1:33:26

Embark on an intellectual exploration with Ridhiamn Balaji, whose insights into the welfare state and socialism challenge the status quo. This episode traverses the European origins of welfare policies, the cautionary stances of Marxists towards state intervention, and the contentious use of the term 'welfare state' in American politics. Balaji, an…

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Lenin's Liberalism (Ft. Chris Cutrone) 1:54:03

1M ago1:54:03

1:54:03

Get access to Part 2 (the backroom) and other exclusive episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by Chris Cutrone, the provocative Marxist intellectual and founder of the Platypus Affiliated Society, to discuss his older essay titled "Lenin's Liberalism." and the history of the rel…

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Decoding the Transformation of Leftist Thought: An In-Depth Analysis with Amogh Sahu 2:31:08

1M ago2:31:08

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Embark on an intellectual odyssey with us and our esteemed guest, Amogh Sahu, a formidable doctoral candidate at Columbia University, as we traverse a decade's worth of leftist thought and its profound transformations. Reflecting on our shared history of dialogue and discovery, we delve into the nuances of leftist influence on culture and politics,…

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E248 - Grossman's Revenge w/ Ted Reese 54:44

1M ago54:44

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Sean is joined by friend of the show, Ted Reese, to discuss his brand new book: Abundant Material Wealth for All. How does Henryk Grossman's breakdown theory help us understand the economics and politics of this current moment? In what ways are crisis tendencies affecting the United States and the UK? What type of program should socialists offer as…

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Shattering Myths The Other Side of Ukraine's Conflict with Dr. Ivan Katchanovski 1:11:45

1M ago1:11:45

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Uncover the hidden narratives of the Euromaidan massacre with Dr.Ivan Katchanovski, a political scientist who dares to challenge the accepted story of the 2014 protests in Ukraine. Through a meticulous examination of evidence, Dr. Katchanovski proposes a controversial new perspective: the shots that rang out in Maidan Square may not have come from …

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Freedom and the State: Hegel’s Political Philosophy (Ft. Cadell Last) 1:43:48

1M ago1:43:48

1:43:48

Get access to exclusive podcasts (the backroom) by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/OneDimeIn this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by Cadell Last, philosopher and founder of PhilosophyPortal to discuss Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's political philosophy and his famous text on The Philosophy of Right titled “Elements of th…

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ARMED LOVE 10 - The Cultural Revolution w/ Ralf Ruckus 1:47:28

1M ago1:47:28

1:47:28

For the tenth episode of our series about the revolutionary culture of the sixties, Andy talks to China scholar Ralf Ruckus about the Cultural Revolution in China, during which large factions of youth competed to renew and complete the revolutionary vision of Mao. The result was a seizure of power by the PLA and an estimated 2.8 million death betwe…

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Ralf Ruckus Explores China's Political Left 1:44:37

2M ago1:44:37

1:44:37

Embark on a captivating journey with Ralf Ruckus, esteemed author and co-founder of the Gong Chao Collective, as we dissect the complex tapestry of the Chinese Left and its evolution. Ralf's insights challenge conventional perceptions, revealing a shift from revolutionary fervor to a capitalist present, and the intricate dance between grassroots ac…

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The American Revolution: What The Left Gets Wrong (Part 2) 1:10:23

2M ago1:10:23

1:10:23

This is Part 2 of my podcast with Marxist Historian James Vaughn on the American RevolutionPart 3 on Marx's Liberalism is exclusive for Patrons only: https://www.patreon.com/OneDimeFollow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/1DimeOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorRead more with Speechify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speechify.com/?source…

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E247 - May Day Q&A w/ Jaylien 52:46

2M ago52:46

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We report on our visits to pro-Palestine encampments and take listener questions Join our Discord community by signing up to our Patreon! http://patreon.com/theantifada Check out the ILC BBQ in McCarren park in Williamsburg 3-7 followed by a party/screening at Woodbine: https://www.instagram.com/p/C6Rj8UzuoYs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlO…

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Unearthing Eco-Socialism: Dr. John Bellamy Foster on Marxism, the Metabolic Rift, and a Sustainable Future 1:13:31

2M ago1:13:31

1:13:31

Join the profound journey into the heart of eco-socialism with Dr. John Bellamy Foster, a guiding voice in the discourse on the environment and socioeconomic systems. Our thought-provoking conversation peels back the layers of the metabolic rift, a concept that reveals the tension between capitalism's exploitation of nature and the delicate ecologi…

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Voices of Change: Palestinian Solidarity and the Uncommitted Campaign 1:30:40

2M ago1:30:40

1:30:40

As we wade through the turbulent waters of political advocacy, our latest episode brings to the forefront the passionate voices Clarissa Cunningham, Dr. Elektra Kosopoulou, and Maryam Syed. These dynamic women, whose lives are steeped in academia and activism, share their powerful narratives surrounding the Uncommitted Campaign and its crusade for …

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The American Revolution: The Marxist Position (Part 1) 1:56:26

2M ago1:56:26

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Get access to Part 2 and exclusive episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by James Vaughn, a Marxist historian at the University of Chicago, to discuss the history of the American Revolution and what people on the left tend to get wrong about it. James explains how the "progressi…

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E246 - Cursed Balkan Comments w/ Empire Never Ended / Antipolitika Journal (first half) 58:24

2M ago58:24

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Boris and Rey from the anti-nationalist Empire Never Ended podcast and Antipolitika journal chat about the far rights in the US and ex-Yugoslavia, the legacy of Balkan nationalism, cursed Balkan Youtube comments and Greater Idaho. For the full episode, support the show at http://patreon.com/theantifada Empire Never Ended patreon: https://www.patreo…

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Dissecting the Common Good: Elijah Emery on the work of Michael Sandel, Part 2 1:36:23

2M ago1:36:23

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Do you ever wonder what binds our society together in the pursuit of something greater than ourselves? Elijah Emery joins me on an intellectual expedition to dissect the layers of political philosophy, scrutinizing the enigmatic notion of the common good through the critical lens of Michael J. Sandel. Together, we venture into the historical intric…

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🔥&&&🌿4/20 Special🔥: Walter Benjamin's On Hashish on hashish 10:12

2M ago10:12

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And(y) & And(ers) smoke a hash joint and read selections from the "Protocols of Drug Experiments" in which German Marxist philosopher Walter Benjamin ate a hash edible and wandered around Marseille being weird. For the full episode subscribe at http://patreon.com/theantifada PDF: https://anarch.cc/uploads/walter-benjamin/on-hashish.pdf New Yorker r…

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Dissecting Meritocracy: Elijah Emery on the Work of Michael Sandel, Part 1 1:16:21

2M ago1:16:21

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Prepare to have your views on meritocracy and society's fairness fundamentally challenged as Elijah Emery and I dissect Michael Sandel's "The Tyranny of Merit." We don't just skim the surface; we penetrate deep into the cultural and political implications of a system that rewards credentials over genuine talent. Our discourse ranges from the cultur…

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E245: RIP Loren Goldner 1:27:48

2M ago1:27:48

1:27:48

The communist milieu lost a titan last week. Our kind friend and mentor, Loren Goldner (1949-2024), passed away on Friday, April 12th 3:00am, at age of 76. As a tribute to his life and legacy we were able to gather a handful of people who were close to him to share stories, memories and inspirations. Special thanks to Arya Zahedi, Zhana Kurti, Jarr…

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Unveiling the Tapestry of Early American Print Culture: A Critique of Techno-Optimism with Dr. Michael Baysa 1:45:55

2M ago1:45:55

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Embark on a historical odyssey with us as we host Michael Baysa, postdoctoral history scholar from Washington University in St. Louis, who meticulously peels back the layers of early American print culture. His compelling narratives bring to light the selective democratization of print and the hidden struggles of figures like Santiago de Puglia in …

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Leftist Self-Criticism: A Guide to Christopher Lasch 50:51

2M ago50:51

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Get access to Part 2 (the backroom) and other exclusive episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio Podcast, I am joined by Elijah Emery to provide a short guide to the thought of Christopher Lasch, a theorist most known for books such as "The Culture of Narcissism", "The Minimal Self", and "Revolt of the…

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UNLOCKED: History is a Weapon 15: On the Labor Question w/ Matt Christman 2:08:35

2M ago2:08:35

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Enjoy this blast from the distant pass: January 2023! Check out all the other Histories is a Weapon on our patreon In light of the depressing denouement of 2022's railroad conflict, Sean and Matt sit down, in person at last, to discuss the deep history behind how American organized labor got so disorganized and why the labor movement hasn't moved i…

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