In the News: The Role of Slave Labor in American Capitalism Before and After the Civil War

In the News: The Role of Slave Labor in American Capitalism Before and After the Civil War

On today's "In the News" roundtable, Brian Becker, Nicole Roussell, Esther Iverem and Walter Smolarek discuss the opening of the trial of Derek Chauvin in the case of George Floyd’s murder, intense political and military maneuvering ahead of the potential withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan, the racist roots of the so-called criminal justice system in the United States, and more.

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Capitalism in Crisis: End Capitalist Control Over Heat & Light

Capitalism in Crisis: End Capitalist Control Over Heat & Light

Brian and Prof. Wolff discuss what the terrible storm in Texas and elsewhere in the south that has caused death, destruction and a near total breakdown in infrastructure. What does this say about the ...

24 Feb 202130min

In the News: Capitalism Kills

In the News: Capitalism Kills

On today's "In the News" roundtable, Brian Becker, Nicole Roussell, Esther Iverem and Walter Smolarek discuss the COVID death toll in the United States topping 500,000, the winter storm that has left...

23 Feb 202139min

The Real Story: The Next Pandemic

The Real Story: The Next Pandemic

Life Expectancy in the United States had suffered its largest one year drop since the end of World War II. Covid deaths moving toward 500,000. Covid is not over but another pandemic is sure to follow...

19 Feb 202148min

Capitalism in Crisis: An Absurd & Deadly System

Capitalism in Crisis: An Absurd & Deadly System

Brian and Prof. Wolff discuss how deeply dependent big banks and corporations are on government assistance, the rise in speculation on "junk bonds", the organizing drive by workers at an Amazon wareho...

17 Feb 202137min

In the News: Did Impeachment Make Trump Weaker or Stronger?

In the News: Did Impeachment Make Trump Weaker or Stronger?

On today's "In the News" roundtable, Brian Becker, Nicole Roussell, Esther Iverem and Walter Smolarek discuss the conclusion of Trump's second impeachment trial and what lasting effects it may have on...

17 Feb 202148min

The Real Story: Blood on the Tracks -- A Vietnam Veteran's Battle Against Empire

The Real Story: Blood on the Tracks -- A Vietnam Veteran's Battle Against Empire

On this episode we are joined by Brian Willson, a Vietnam veteran, writer, lawyer and a peace activist. On September 1, 1987, Brian lost his legs while participating in a peaceful act of civil disobed...

11 Feb 202136min

Capitalism in Crisis: The Phony Debate

Capitalism in Crisis: The Phony Debate

As Congress continues to deliberate over a new economic stimulus plan, more and more people are focusing on the outrageously low minimum wage. Brian and Prof. Wolff discuss this issue and what it tell...

10 Feb 202137min

In the News: Trump and Right Wing Privilege

In the News: Trump and Right Wing Privilege

On today's "In the News" roundtable, Brian Becker, Nicole Roussell, Esther Iverem and Walter Smolarek discuss the beginning of Trump's impeachment trial, climate change, the latest on the pandemic, th...

10 Feb 20211h 12min

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