Our Socialist Book Club is a podcast where friends Martin and Lydia read leftist works, talk about their experiences in social work and librarianship, and learn cool new stuff together! Tweet at us @OSBookClub
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The Institute of Economic Affairs podcast examines some of the pressing issues of our time. Featuring some of the top minds in Westminster and beyond, the IEA podcast brings you weekly commentary, analysis, and debates. insider.iea.org.uk
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The old forms of the left are moribund and the new forms are stupid. We're making a podcast that discusses the need to organize a dialectical pessimism and develop a salvage project capable of sparking a new workers' movement for socialism. A clean, honest, and unsentimental melancholy is required; we are cultivating one and would like to share it with you.
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Fucking Cancelled is a podcast with three aims. First, we analyze and critique a phenomenon on the left that we call the nexus: a synthesis of identitarianism, social media, and cancel culture. Second, we offer emotional, spiritual, and ethical insights into the process of rejecting and exiting the nexus. Third, we move toward a different vision for the left grounded in solidarity, freedom, and responsibility. We are leftists who have spent many years inside the nexus. We have been too afrai ...
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Political Earthquake: How Realignment is Reshaping UK and US Politics | IEA Podcast
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In this episode of the IEA Podcast, Dr. Stephen Davies, Senior Education Fellow, Harrison Griffiths, Communications Manager, and host Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy & Communications, delve into the complex landscape of political realignment in the UK and US. They explore how traditional left-right divisions are being reshaped by new cultur…
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Tory Collapse, Freedom, Nationalism & Future Direction | Future of the Right Panel
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Join us for the recent Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) panel discussion "The Future of the Right". Chaired by Reem Ibrahim, Communications Officer, this event brings together The Rt Hon Steve Baker FRSA, Jack Rankin MP, Dr Steve Davies, Paul Reynolds, and Bartek Staniszewski to explore the critical issues facing the political right and followin…
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The Antifascism of Fools: Liberalism's Antifascism Without Fascism
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First off, please forgive the first few minutes of Chris' audio, we adjusted the levels during the podcast and fixed it. You won't have to bear with it all the way through. We sat down to talk about SAVING DEMOCRACY FROM TRUMPIST FASCISM, or rather, how the left has fallen into the trap of letting the Democratic Party off the hook for its crimes ag…
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Quest for the Offline Left with Wayne Hsiung: All Suffering Matters
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In Episode 69 we are joined by animal rights activist, animal rescuer, and lawyer, Wayne Hsiung. We discuss Wayne’s experiencing rescuing animals from laboratories and factory farms, the connections between factory farms and jails, the spectrum of objectification, and why all suffering matters. This is part of the Quest for the Offline Left series.…
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Patreon Preview -- Doom 2024 (From Dawn to Decadence, Ep 1.5)
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This is an impromptu episode recorded by Jason and Varn where they discuss their dissatisfaction with the general situation of world politics. Check out Varn Vlog here: https://www.patreon.com/varnvlog/posts Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.By Chris, Kevin, Jason, & Ben
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Planning Revolution, Energy Shakeup, Railway Takeover: Unpacking the King's Speech | IEA Podcast
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In this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Matthew Lesh is joined by Andy Mayer, Chief Operating Officer, and Harrison Griffiths, Communications Officer, to dissect the recent King's Speech and its implications for the UK's energy, planning and railway sectors. The panel dives deep into the government's ambitious planning reforms, exploring how these…
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Whither France: The New Popular Front and the French Elections
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This week we are joined by our official France correspondent, Matthew. We discuss the unique threat of the post-fascist menace and what the results and prospects are for the shaky leftist coalition. Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.By Chris, Jason, Ben, and Matthew
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Labour's Shocking Plan to Revolutionise UK Housing Crisis | IEA Podcast
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In this episode of the IEA Podcast, Tom Clougherty and Matthew Lesh are joined by Sam Dumitriu, Head of Policy at Britain Remade, to discuss Labour's ambitious plans for housing, infrastructure, and economic growth. The conversation delves into the party's strategy to reform the planning system, restore housing targets, and streamline infrastructur…
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Patreon Preview -- Boundless & Bottomless Seas: Dugin's 4th Political Theory (Part VI)
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Wake up babe, new Dugin Time just dropped. The boys are back and discussing Dugin's understanding of processes and, now that they're about halfway done with the book, begin to ask the question "What is the Fourth Political Theory?" Check out Varn Vlog here: https://www.patreon.com/varnvlog/posts Check out Antifada here: https://www.patreon.com/thea…
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UK Election: What's Next for British Politics? | IEA Podcast
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In this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Tom Clougherty and co-host Matthew Lesh are joined by Dr. Michael Turner, a pollster, strategist, and fellow at the Adam Smith Institute, to dissect the recent UK General Election results. The conversation delves into Labour's victory, exploring the nuances behind their substantial majority and the implicati…
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Why Socialists Once Championed Free Trade | IEA Book Club
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The Institute of Economic Affairs hosted a Book Club event featuring author and IEA Senior Education Fellow, Marc-William Palen, hosted by IEA Managing Editor Dan Freeman, to discuss his book "Pax Economica: Left-Wing Visions of a Free Trade World." In this fascinating conversation, Palen explores the often-overlooked history of left-wing free trad…
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Nobody's Getting Cancelled: Everything is Violence Except Literal Violence Which is Fine
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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.fuckingcancelled.com In Episode 68, we spill the tea on Clementine getting her zines soaked in coffee at the local anarchist book fair by a masked assailant who communicated nothing about their motives. This paywalled episode is a mask off discussion of contemporary anarchist ideas a…
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Analysing Farage on Ukraine | IEA Podcast
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In this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Tom Clougherty and Matthew Lesh are joined by Daniel Freeman to discuss three timely and controversial topics. They begin by examining Nigel Farage's recent comments on Ukraine and NATO expansion, exploring the nuances of the situation and how it's perceived differently in the UK versus the US. The conversat…
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Patreon Preview -- From Dawn to Decadence (Part I): With Varn Vlog
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This week we sat down with C. Derick Varn to talk about "decadence theory," "crisis theory," and "breakdown theory." This is a special episode, mostly because it wasn't supposed to come out until August, but Varn accidentally released it early so y'all get a bonus episode. We discussed the following materials: Morley, Neville. "Decadence as a Theor…
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Civic Socialism: The New Zealand Federation of Socialist Societies
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This week we sat down with members of the New Zealand Federation of Socialist Societies to discuss their efforts to revitalize the socialist project and to build a basis for future socialist struggles. NZFSS Website https://www.socialistsocieties.org.nz/ Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.By Chris and Jason
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Patreon Preview -- The Question of Nationalities and Social Democracy by Otto Bauer: Regrettable Book Club (Episode II)
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Back at it again with the national question and soldiering on through chapter 1... A link to the PDF: https://libcom.org/article/question-nationalities-and-social-democracy-otto-bauer Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.By Ben, Jason, & Patrons
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The Myth of America's Free Market Healthcare | IEA Book Club
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The Institute of Economic Affairs hosted a Book Club event featuring Michael F. Cannon, Director of Health Policy Studies at the Cato Institute, to discuss his book "Recovery: A Guide to Reforming the U.S. Health System." The event was moderated by Tom Clougherty, IEA Executive Director. Cannon provided an in-depth analysis of the U.S. healthcare s…
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Is Europe Being Left Behind in the Technology Revolution? | IEA Podcast with David Galbraith
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On this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Matthew Lesh is joined by David Galbraith, a British architect, designer and internet entrepreneur to ask: Is Europe Being Left Behind? Galbraith argues that Europe's postwar economic model rewarding hard work but providing a massive welfare state is now unaffordable given demographic realities. He sees Euro…
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You Do Not Exist: An Introduction to George Orwell's 1984
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"You Do Not Exist: An Introduction to George Orwell's 1984" is a comprehensive analysis of one of the most influential novels of the 20th century, published by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA). This thought-provoking work delves into the life of George Orwell, the historical context that shaped his writing, and the enduring relevance of his …
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It Sucks Out There: Hyper-Individualization, Tiktok, and the Terminal Decline of American Society
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We invited podcast alumnus, Jess, back to talk about how terrible everything is. We touch on Tiktok houses, literature, and the death of the future. The End of The Future https://jacobin.com/2024/03/left-politics-future-history-capitalism-progress Why Is Our Culture So Obsessed With Individual Experience https://jacobin.com/2024/03/anna-kornbluh-im…
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Should the UK Cap Immigration Numbers? IEA Podcast
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On this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Matthew Lesh is joined by Professor Jonathan Portes of King's College London to discuss the hot button issue of immigration policy in the UK. As political parties announce restrictive immigration plans ahead of elections, the question is asked: Should immigration be capped? Professor Portes, an expert on lab…
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Patreon Preview -- Boundless and Bottomless Seas: Dugin's 4th Political Theory (Part V)
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Jason, Varn, and Sean KB continue the forced march through the Aleksander Dugin's Fourth Political Theory. Check out Varn Vlog here: https://www.patreon.com/varnvlog/posts Check out Antifada here: https://www.patreon.com/theantifada Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.By Jason, Varn, & Sean KB
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Patreon Preview -- Turns Out I Will Also Rule: An Addendum to our Fascism and Anarcho-Individualism Discussion
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This week we are tying up some loose ends we left unexplored in our last regular episode on Fascism and Anarcho-Individualism. Enjoy this bonus content! Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.By Chris, Jason, & Ben
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National Service Debate: Compulsion vs Liberty in the UK
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The Conservative Party's proposal to reintroduce 12 months of mandatory national service if they win the general election has sparked a heated debate between Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy and Communications at the Institute of Economic Affairs, and James Price, a former government advisor. Lesh argues against the policy, viewing it as an …
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Talking Shit with David Chambers: Toward a Happy Healthy Masculinity
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In Episode 67 we are joined by David Chambers, a relationship expert, thinker in the field of men and masculinities, and podcaster from the UK. We chat with David about the concept of ‘toxic masculinity’, the gendered patterns in attachment styles, and the appeal of reactionary masculinism among the youth. We also discuss the promise of an emerging…
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The NHS Infected Blood Scandal Explained | IEA Podcast
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In this week's IEA Podcast episode, host Reem Ibrahim and guest Andy Mayer from the Institute of Economic Affairs discuss the appalling findings of the UK's Infected Blood Inquiry, which revealed over 30,000 people were infected with HIV and hepatitis C from contaminated NHS blood products in the 1970s-80s. Mayer demonstrates the NHS, clinicians an…
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Turns Out I Will Be Ruled: Anarcho-Individualism and Italian Fascism
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This week we discussed one of the many currents of thought that led to the creation of Italian Fascism, Anarcho-Individualism. It seems counterintuitive that anarchism would have made any contribution to the creation of fascism, until you think about it. Whitaker, Stephen B. The Anarchist-individualist Origins of Italian Fascism. Peter Lang Incorpo…
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The Future of British Politics: In Conversation with Simon Heffer
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In this new Institute of Economic Affairs "In Conversation" interview, Tom Clougherty sits down with renowned conservative historian and commentator Simon Heffer. Heffer pulls no punches in his scathing critique of contemporary Conservative leadership and the party's civil war over Europe. He explores major challenges Britain faces - an aging popul…
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On this IEA Podcast episode, host Matthew Lesh engages Tom Clougherty, the Institute of Economic Affairs' Executive Director, in a thought-provoking discussion centered around the government's recent efforts to cut red tape. They dive deep into the 10-point plan announced, which includes measures like issuing new regulations only when "absolutely n…
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Brexit Advisor: Boris Johnson, Negotiations & COVID Lockdowns with Lord Frost | The Swift Half Show
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In this week's Swift Half with Snowdon, we are joined by Lord Frost, the former Chief Brexit Negotiator and Europe Adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Lord Frost provides an explosive insider's view on the chaos of Brexit negotiations under Theresa May, having to reset the failed talks after joining Boris Johnson by taking a hardline no-deal s…
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On Liberal Socialism: Results and Prospects
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This week Jason and Kevin discuss the Liberal Socialism; what it is, where it comes from, its impact on the development of the left, its prospects, and its limitations. What Is Liberal Socialism? https://www.liberalcurrents.com/what-is-liberal-socialism/ The Idea of a Liberal Socialism https://www.socialeurope.eu/the-idea-of-a-liberal-socialism Lib…
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UK Immigration: Economic Burden or Benefit?
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On this episode of the IEA Podcast, host Matthew Lesh and guest Harrison Griffiths of the Institute of Economic Affairs analyze a recent report claiming high immigration levels have burdened Britain's economy, public services and social cohesion rather than boosting growth as promised. Harrison rebuts arguments that immigrants deter capital investm…
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Patreon Preview -- The Question of Nationalities and Social Democracy by Otto Bauer: Regrettable Book Club (Episode I)
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We are back at it again covering Otto Bauer's unique Marxist take on the national question. This week we began to cover Chapter I. A link to the PDF: https://libcom.org/article/question-nationalities-and-social-democracy-otto-bauer Send us a Text Message. Support the Show.By Jason, Ben, & Patrons
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Where Are Britain's Workers? Reforming the UK Disability Benefits System | IEA Podcast
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With over half a million more Brits economically inactive compared to pre-pandemic, concerns grow about the UK's economic potential amid labor shortages. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced cracking down on disability benefits, claiming exploitation of the system. This week's IEA podcast asks: Where are the missing workers? Host Matthew Lesh a…
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