Why Higher Prices Are Here to Stay: The Hidden Truth About Inflation

Why Higher Prices Are Here to Stay: The Hidden Truth About Inflation

On today's episode Brian and Prof. Richard Wolff discuss what really causes inflation as housing costs continue to spike, increasing six percent–triple the Federal Reserve’s target.
Professor Richard Wolff is an author & co-founder of the organization Democracy at Work. You can find his work at rdwolff.com.
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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

The Real Story: Biden Targets China

The Real Story: Biden Targets China

Will the U.S. continue under Biden to push towards confrontation with China? As the Biden administration takes the reins, what will change about U.S. policy towards China, and what will remain the sam...

4 Feb 202154min

Capitalism in Crisis: GameStop Insurgency -- Myths and Facts

Capitalism in Crisis: GameStop Insurgency -- Myths and Facts

Shockwaves hit Wall Street banks and hedge funds in the face of a Reddit-based insurgency of day traders who targeted financial giants. Brian and Prof. Wolff examine the role played by speculation, th...

3 Feb 202134min

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