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Ep. 257: SCOTUS Gives Trump A Win ft. Matt Ford

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comMatt Ford, who covers the Supreme Court for The New Republic, joins us to explain what SCOTUS actually decided when it ruled states can’t remove Trump from the ballot. We get into the 14th Amendment issues around disqualification the court seemingly ignored, the long-term risks this decision could pose, and what implications this may have on the upcomin…

Mar 5, 20245 min

Ep. 256: Proof? Who Needs Proof? ft. Dan Boguslaw

Dan Boguslaw is back on the show to talk about his piece in The Intercept revealing what went on at the New York Times in the run up to the story alleging a pattern of systemic, organized sexual assault by Hamas on October 7. These explosive claims, Dan and his co-authors Ryan Grim and Jeremy Scahill found, were not rooted in fact, and the reporters on the story relied on flimsy sourcing. As a result, the piece was used to further justify Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza. We also talk about Dan’s piece on how one unionized factory manufactures the entire supply of Zyn, and the vote uncommitted campaign in Michigan. You can check out Dan’s Substack here: https://triggerdiscipline.substack.com/ | Our most recent premium episode with Joshua P. Hill is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-255-an-extreme-form-of-protest This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Mar 1, 202459 min

Ep. 255: An Extreme Form Of Protest ft. Joshua P. Hill

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comJoshua P. Hill joins Jordan to talk about Aaron Bushnell’s self-immolation, the way media has covered this form of protest, the smear attempts by some pundits and members of the press and more. We also discuss Taylor Lorenz’s interview with Libs of TikTok, Nex Benedict and how best to approach public figures who are responsible for real-world hate. You ca…

Feb 28, 20243 min

Ep. 254: The Truce ft. Hunter Walker & Luppe B. Luppen

Hunter Walker and Luppe B. Luppen, aka “nycsouthpaw,” join Jordan to talk about their new book “The Truce: Progressives, Centrists, and the Future of the Democratic Party.” We talk about the ways progressives and Biden’s camp sought to find unity and build a coalition to defeat Trump and fight for legislation, but how over time and with key White House departures the arrangement became strained. You can grab a copy of their book here. We also talk about Tim Burke’s absurd indictment at the top. His legal fund is here: https://timburkelegalfund.org/ Our most recent premium episode for paid subscribers (Paid Interns!) with Ricky Hayberg of Internet Today is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-253-we-will-win-the-discourse This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Feb 23, 20241h 10m

Ep. 253: We Will Win (The Discourse) ft. Ricky Hayberg

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comHelldivers 2 commanding the attention of gamers has also reignited conversation around Paul Verhoeven’s “Starship Troopers.” We discuss the film, its relevance today, how it was ahead of its time, and more.We also discuss the new Trump sneakers and Jon Stewart’s return to the Daily Show.You can check out Ricky’s show here: https://www.youtube.com/@Inter…

Feb 21, 20242 min

Ep. 252: Condemn the Rebel Alliance ft. Walter Masterson

This week comedian Walter Masterson joins the show, Walter has built up a large following over the last few years by attending MAGA events, anti-abortion rallies, school board meetings where Moms For Liberty acolytes shriek about critical race theory, and lately, pro-Israel marches to talk to some of the fine folks there about some of the very cool and normal things they all believe. We also talk about how likely it would be for a phone scammer to get either of us to hand over $50,000 in a shoebox (joke’s on you scammers, I do not have $50,000).Find Walter on youtube here and listen to his podcast, We Are Not Journalists, here.Subscribe to The Insurgents podcast to get access to all of our bonus content by clicking this button. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Feb 16, 20241h 6m

Ep. 251: Mods? Mods?? ft. Sam Biddle

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comSam Biddle of The Intercept joins us to talk about his recent piece examining Meta’s consideration around censoring the word “Zionist.” We discuss how that would look in application, the limits of automated or outsourced content moderation, and the larger shift the company has announced regarding not recommending politic…

Feb 13, 20242 min

Ep. 250: Trapped In Filterworld ft. Kyle Chayka

In today’s episode, Jordan sits down with Kyle Chayka to talk about his new book “Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture.” Kyle examines how algorithmic recommendations are rarely personalized, how the “Instagram aesthetic” has transformed physical spaces, how Spotify’s dominance has led to shorter, more generic songs, and so much more. It’s a fascinating and thought-provoking book and we think you’ll enjoy it.Pick up a copy here:https://bookshop.org/p/books/filterworld-how-algorithms-flattened-culture-kyle-chayka/20025251?ean=9780385548281 | Our most recent premium episode with Liv Agar for subscribers (Paid Interns!) is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-249-gooning-goggles-ft-liv-agar This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Feb 8, 202455 min

Ep. 249: Gooning Goggles ft. Liv Agar

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comLiv Agar joins us once again to talk about the new Apple Vision Pro VR headset, if we’re on the cusp of our new VR future and what type of people are already using them.We also talk about the “bipartisan” immigration & border deal that really is just a wish list of conservative priorities for the border plus war funding for Israel and Ukraine. You can f…

Feb 6, 202451 min

Ep. 248: Presumptively Antisemitic ft. Prof. Sahar Aziz

Prof. Sahar Aziz, Distinguished Professor of Law and Chancellor's Social Justice Scholar at Rutgers Law and author of The Racial Muslim: When Racism Quashes Religious Freedom, joins us to discuss her recent report “Presumptively Antisemitic: Islamophobic Tropes In The Palestine-Israel Discourse.” We explore the ways Islamophobia spreads in the media and shifts the balance of conversation of coverage, resulting in a dehumanizing effect for Muslims, and how—especially in this moment—some genuinely pro-Palestinian advocacy is inaccurately framed as anti-Semitic. You can read the full report here: https://csrr.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/csrr-presumptively-antisemitic-report.pdf | Our most recent premium episode for subscribers (Paid Interns!) with Abraham Josephine Reisman is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-247-the-kayfabe-hole-ft-abraham This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Feb 2, 20241h 2m

Ep. 247: The Kayfabe Hole ft. Abraham Josephine Riesman

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comAbraham Josephine Riesman joins us again to talk about Vince McMahon’s departure from WWE after new horrifying allegations emerge about his behavior. We look at it through wrestling’s unique position as a “sports entertainment” enterprise and how top figures who still remain at the organization try to use that same premise to deflect or distract from th…

Jan 30, 20246 min

Ep. 246: Texas Regiment ft. Rayyvana

Rayyvana joins us for a quick recap of the New Hampshire primary results, what the road forward for Nikki Haley looks like, the brewing standoff at the border and a conversation about a piece in The Economist about why you should never retire.You can follow Rayyvana here: https://twitter.com/RayyvanaTTV - Our most recent premium episode about the artificial scarcity driving the Stanley cup craze, DeSantis dropping out of the race and why being sports fan is ultimately about misery is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-245-cup-heist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Jan 26, 20241h 13m

Ep. 245: Cup Heist

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comWe try to get to the bottom of the Stanley Cup craze, take a look at the New Hampshire primary as it stands with DeSantis dropping out, and talk about why being a sports fan is ultimately about suffering.

Jan 23, 20245 min

Ep. 244: Not Working. Will Continue. ft. Erik Sperling

We’re joined on this episode by Erik Sperling, executive director of Just Foreign Policy to discuss the latest on the US strikes on Yemen, the threats of a broader regional conflict, the push to oust White House advisor Brett McGurk, Netanyahu’s “river to the sea” comments and more. You can follow Erik here: https://twitter.com/ErikSperling If you’re near Montreal, join Paris, Rob & Nashwa Lina Khan for a very fun event on January 20th. More info here: https://bit.ly/newsucksweknow Our most recent premium episode with Mac aka @GoodPoliticGuy is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-243-our-beloved-shipping-lanes This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Jan 19, 202453 min

Ep. 243: Our Beloved Shipping Lanes ft. Mac aka GoodPoliticGuy

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comMac, aka “GoodPoliticGuy” joined us to talk about the US repeatedly bombing Yemen, despite the Biden administration not seeking approval from Congress, Bernie’s attempt to cut funding for Israel through a vote to demand a human rights report and we also take a look at the Iowa caucus results. You can follow Mac here: https://twitter.com/GoodPoliticGuy

Jan 17, 20243 min

Ep. 242: Digital Purgatory ft. Paris Marx

Paris Marx, host of Tech Won’t Save Us, joins us to talk about the latest tech news, how Elon suspended Rob (a bad move), Ken (a good move), and others (a bad move) from Twitter, and much, much more.If you’re near Montreal, join Paris, Rob & Nashwa Lina Khan for a very fun event on January 20th. More info here: https://bit.ly/newsucksweknowIf you can subscribe to the show, it’s greatly appreciated and as a thank you, you’ll receive an additional episode every week: https://www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Jan 12, 20241h 8m

Ep. 241: SWAT Team ft. Nikki McCann Ramirez

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comA statement: Rob Rousseau was suspended from Twitter. We do not know why. No reason was provided. The only explanation must be that he was suspended for his fervent conservative, anti-woke beliefs and exercising his free speech to further those ideas.—Nikki McCann Ramirez of Rolling Stone is back on the show to update us on Trump’s many legal proceeding…

Jan 9, 20243 min

Ep. 240: The Naughty List ft. Manny Fidel

Manny Fidel joins us to talk about the Jeffrey Epstein documents that have been released so far, New York Jets benchwarmer Aaron Rodgers making baseless accusations about who might be mentioned in them because he’s down the rabbit hole, and how this story just breaks everyone’s brains. We also talk about the Intercept’s reporting on how CNN runs every story on Gaza through its Jerusalem bureau and how that impacts the network’s reporting on Israel.Subscribe to the podcast at InsugentsPod.com/Subscribe to help support the show and receive an extra episode every week. Our most recent premium episode with Francesca Fiorentini is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-239-the-academic-ethics-patrol This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Jan 5, 20241h 9m

Ep. 239: The Academic Ethics Patrol ft. Francesca Fiorentini

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comFrancesca Fiorentini, host of The Bitchuation Room, joins us to discuss Claudine Gay’s ouster from Harvard. The now former university president faced heat over her handling of a Congressional testimony about campus anti-Semitism and a plagiarism “scandal” that soon followed. We take a look at who the right-wing culture warriors behind it were, and also …

Jan 3, 20245 min

Ep. 238: Looking Back. Looking Forward.

Subscribe to the show and get an extra episode every week: insurgentspod.com We revisit some of the biggest stories in politics from 2023, share our top picks for films, albums and books, and make predictions (kinda?) for 2024. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Dec 31, 202355 min

Ep. 237: Comedy Gold ft. LucidFoxx

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comLucidFoxx returns to talk about the Israeli comedy sketch featuring Brett Gelman, an update on Israel’s attacks on Gaza, an 18-year-old Israeli Tal Mitnick who refused to join the IDF, the appropriate means of protest in the US and the Lincoln Project’s new ad that could upend the 2024 election!

Dec 27, 20234 min

Ep. 236: The Squad ft. Ryan Grim

Ryan Grim, author of the new book “The Squad,” joins us to talk about the book, some of the stories in it, Trump being removed from the ballot in Colorado, and a poetry reading that will give you chills. You can grab a copy of The Squad here:https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-squad-aoc-and-the-hope-of-a-political-revolution-ryan-grim/19995389?ean=9781250869074Our most recent premium episode for our beloved paid interns is with Ed Zitron. It was a ton of fun. You can listen here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-235-havana-syndrome-the-movie This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Dec 21, 20231h 8m

Ep. 235: Havana Syndrome, The Movie ft. Ed Zitron

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comEd Zitron is back as we go through the hot new Netflix blockbuster “Leave The World Behind.” The Obama-produced feature is rife with plot holes, suspense that doesn’t pay off, an underwhelming finale and a script that leaves audiences confused and wondering what the hell they just watched. Also, Havana Syndrome. You can check out Ed’s newsletter here: ht…

Dec 19, 20233 min

Ep. 234: BlackStone Beats ft. Sean Morrow

Congress passed the $886 billion NDAA this week, which will further enrich shareholders and executives of military contractors. Sean Morrow of More Perfect Union joins us to explain the deceptive messaging around military spending, with political leaders trying to frame it as “creating jobs.” We also take a victory lab for our new music video dropping. You can follow Sean here: https://twitter.com/snmrrwOur latest premium episode with Steve Monacelli about Tucker Carlson’s expanding media empire and his role in getting Alex Jones back on Twitter is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-233-tucker-carlsons-media-ecosystemTo gain access to the full episode, and to receive an additional episode every week, you can subscribe here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Dec 15, 202355 min

Ep. 233: Tucker Carlson's Media Ecosystem ft. Steve Monacelli

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comSteve Monacelli, an investigative reporter based in Dallas, joins us to discuss Tucker Carlson’s latest media plays, including his role in helping Alex Jones get back on Twitter. We talk about how easy it is to find funding for right-wing media enterprises and the lopsided media landscape that creates. You can follow Steve here: https://twitter.com/steva…

Dec 12, 20232 min

Ep. 232: Lessons in Teamwork

We talk about HBomberguy’s behemoth of a video on plagiarism, Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott using the 9/11 hijackers as an example of people working together during a motivational team speech, and an update on attacks resuming in Gaza. Our most recent premium episode with Jason Koebler about ChatGPT’s training model is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-231-violating-chatgpts-tos-ftTo receive an additional episode every week you can subscribe to the show at InsurgentsPod.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Dec 8, 202359 min

Ep. 231: Violating ChatGPT's TOS ft. Jason Koebler

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comJason Koebler, co-founder of 404 Media, joins us to explain what Google Researchers discovered when they asked ChatGPT to repeat the same word forever. What may seem like a simple request, revealed some alarming information about what ChatGPT is trained on, the risks with broad scraping practices and more. We explore th…

Dec 6, 20233 min

Ep. 230: At Long Last ft. Spencer Ackerman

Spencer Ackerman returns to the show to recap the life of Henry Kissinger. Spencer was commissioned last year to write the obituary for Kissinger for Rolling Stone, which published this week and you should read here. We go through the obituary, talk about what went into the process, what decisions he made when framing Kissinger’s legacy and we also get into how the media typically whitewashes the legacy of America’s worst figures after they die. Our latest premium episode with Ken Klippenstein is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-229-wheelin-and-arms-dealin-ft | To gain access to this episode, and all our bonus content which includes an additional episode every week, please consider becoming a subscriber here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Dec 1, 202353 min

Ep. 229: Wheelin' & Arms Dealin' ft. Ken Klippenstein

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comKen Klippenstein is unfortunately back on the show. This time it’s to discuss two recent pieces in The Intercept about the IDF’s secret meetings on Capitol Hill which come just as Biden is moving to lift nearly all restrictions on the US weapons stockpiles for Israel. You can follow Ken here: https://twitter.com/kenklippenstein

Nov 29, 20233 min

Ep. 228: Hop In We're Doing McCarthyism Again ft. Kylie Cheung

Returning guest Kylie Cheung joins the show for a conversation about the wave of Neo-McCarthyism affecting Hollywood actresses like Melissa Barrera and Susan Sarandon who speak out about Israel’s crimes in Gaza, the liberal mask slippage moment exemplified by creepy smirking racist Stuart Seldowitz, people trying to weaponize LGBTQIA+ or abortion rights to justify the mass murder of Palestinians and more. Oh, and whether Lightning McQueen can really be considered the GOAT with his impressive record of 7 Piston Cups.Subscribe to The Insurgents to support the show by smashing the button below: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Nov 23, 202353 min

Ep. 227: Thermonuclear Lawsuit ft. Mike Rothschild

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comMike Rothschild (no relation) joins us to discuss Elon Musk’s latest anti-Semitic controversy and advertiser exodus, which triggered a lawsuit targeting Media Matters. He also tells us about his new book, Jewish Space Lasers: The Rothschilds and 200 Years of Conspiracy Theories, which is available here.

Nov 21, 20232 min

Ep. 226: State Violence ft. Chuck Modi

Chuck Modi, a DC-based justice journalist, joins Jordan to recap what he saw on the ground at the If Not Now/Jewish Voice For Peace pro-ceasefire protest outside the DNC on Wednesday night. What began as a candlelight vigil and peaceful demonstration quickly turned ugly after police began roughing up protesters, throwing them to the ground and using pepper spray .Democratic and Republican politicians quickly ran to the media to demonize the protesters, despite videos captured by Chuck and others disproving their claims.We discuss the state violence used to quash movements, the tricks used by police to escalate protests, and the role the media should play in moments like this. You can follow Chuck here: https://twitter.com/ChuckModi1/Our most recent premium episode with Jack Crosbie about the role reporters are playing in Gaza is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-225-witnesses-to-the-horror-ft#details This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Nov 17, 202344 min

Ep. 225: Witnesses To The Horror ft. Jack Crosbie

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comJack Crosbie returns to the show to discuss the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel’s misinformation campaign, and the importance of reporters on the ground in Gaza. You can follow Jack here: https://twitter.com/jscros | Demand a ceasefire here: CeasefireToday.com

Nov 14, 20232 min

Ep. 224: A Win In Ohio ft. Jodi Jacobson

Jodi Jacobson, executive director of Healthcare Across Borders, joins us to recap the win in Ohio for abortion rights. As an experienced abortion advocate and someone who worked in progressive politics for years, Jodi shines a light on why, despite Roe’s overturned, seemingly red states are voting to codify abortion rights. We get into what it means for Republicans going forward and how Democrats still aren’t out of the woods given Biden’s tanking popularity due to his handling of Israel’s attacks on Gaza. You can follow Jodi here: https://twitter.com/jljacobson | Our most recent premium episode for our Paid Interns is with Eva Borgwardt of If Not Now. You can access that episode by becoming a subscriber: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-223-the-slogan-police-ft-eva-borgwardt#details This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Nov 9, 202352 min

Ep. 223: The Slogan Police ft. Eva Borgwardt

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comEva Borgwardt of If Not Now joins us to discuss the slogan policing of Rep. Rashida Tlaib, who now faces censure in the House for using the phrase “From The River To The Sea” to champion Palestinian rights. We get into the reactions to that phrase, the misconceptions of it, how the Jewish community is conditioned to p…

Nov 7, 20234 min

Ep. 222: Attack on Jabalia ft. Hassan El-Tayyab

Hassan El-Tayyab, with Friends Committee on National Legislation, joins Jordan to discuss Israel’s attacks on the Jabalia refugee camp and the increasing evidence of Israel committing war crimes. We also cover the movement for peace in Gaza and why it’s critical to keep the pressure up on Congress and the Biden administration to demand a ceasefire. We also explore the dehumanizing language we’re seeing from US and Israeli officials and the effect it has. Please take action at CeasefireToday.com | You can follow Hassan here: https://twitter.com/HassanElTayyab | Our most recent premium episode with Eli Valley is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-221-not-in-our-name-ft-eli-valley This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Nov 2, 202349 min

Ep. 221: "Not In Our Name" ft. Eli Valley

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comEli Valley returns to the show to discuss how US politicians and interest groups have weaponized “anti-Zionism,” the Biden administrations comparison of pro-Palestinian protesters with Nazis in Charlottesville, Meghan McCain re-upping Eli’s comic about her, John Fetterman’s staff removing a voter from an event for asking about a ceasefire and more. You c…

Oct 31, 20234 min

Ep. 220: On Weaponized Grief ft. Mindy Isser

Mindy Isser, an organizer and activist in Philly, joins us to discuss the actions in Pennsylvania calling for John Fetterman to support a ceasefire. From there we discuss how some members of the Jewish community have weaponized grief from the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks to justify Israel’s indiscriminate bombing of Gaza, which as of now has claimed 7,000 lives including 3,000 children. You can follow Mindy here: https://twitter.com/mindyisser | You can learn more about Jewish Voice For Peace here: https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/Our most recent premium episode with Sana Saeed on how the western media is spinning Israel’s attacks on Gaza is available here for subscribers: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-219-whose-story-gets-told-ft-sana#details This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Oct 27, 20231h 5m

Ep. 219: Whose Story Gets Told ft. Sana Saeed

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comSana Saeed, media critic with AJ Plus, joins us to breakdown how the western media has framed Israel’s attacks on Gaza, how broadcasters frame conversations with Palestinians, how it contrasts with the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and more. You can follow Sana here: https://twitter.com/SanaSaeed | Take action to demand a ceasefire here: https://ceasefiretod…

Oct 24, 20233 min

Ep. 218: "Not The Time For A Ceasefire"

We continue our coverage of the situation in Gaza and the calls for ceasefire. Biden, in a televised address, called for increased funding to Israel. We explore the impact and what any purportedly anti-war member of Congress should do now, beginning with calling for a ceasefire. You can take action to support the calls for a ceasefire here: CeasefireToday.com | Our most recent premium episode for our beloved Paid Interns is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-217-ceasefire-now#details This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Oct 20, 20231h 2m

Ep. 217: Ceasefire Now

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comJeremy Appel, writer of The Orchard, joins us for an update on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The US declined to push for restraint or use its aid to Israel as leverage to mitigate the attacks on Gaza. Now, the Health Ministry reports that nearly 3,000 people in Gaza have died and over 12,000 have been wounded. As Israel prepares for a ground invasio…

Oct 17, 20236 min

Ep. 216: Gaza Under Siege ft. Omar Baddar

Omar Baddar, Palestinian-American political analyst, joins us for an update on Israel’s continued attacks on Gaza. The western media, as is the case whenever there are attacks on Gaza or Palestinians at large, has largely looked away as Israel continues to commit war crimes. While the UN and Amnesty sound the alarm, the US recommits its blanket support for Israel and war hawks salivate over the prospect of expanding the conflict to include Iran. | You can follow Omar here: https://twitter.com/OmarBaddar | Our most recent premium episode with Ryan Grim of The Intercept is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-215-a-cycle-of-violence-ft-ryan#details This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Oct 12, 202348 min

Ep. 215: A Cycle Of Violence ft. Ryan Grim

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comRyan Grim of The Intercept joins us to discuss Hamas’ attack on Israel, how the Israeli government has responded by bombing Gaza and the context that preceded this weekend’s heartbreaking events that was curiously absent in both the media’s coverage and the broader reaction from the West.

Oct 9, 20233 min

Ep. 214: McCarthy Ousted ft. Nikhil Goyal

Nikhil Goyal, former Bernie Sanders advisor and author of “Live To See The Day: Coming of Age In American Poverty,” joins us to break down Kevin McCarthy’s removal as Speaker of the House. To us, it’s obviously very funny but to the right wing pundit class, it’s somehow shameful the Democrats didn’t vote to protect McCarthy. We get into how the GOP has let the genie out of the bottle with this move and how we’ll likely see similar occurrences later.From there, Nikhil tells us about his book which follows three kids in Philly living in poverty to illustrate how our system allows people, including many children, to fall through the cracks and what an appropriate policy response should be to poverty in America.Our most recent premium episode for Paid Interns is with Jon Siebels of Eve 6. You can listen to that episode here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-213-live-nations-pr-stunt-ft-jon#details This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Oct 5, 202346 min

Ep. 213: Live Nation's PR Stunt ft. Jon Siebels of Eve 6

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comJon Siebels of Eve 6 joins us to talk about Live Nation’s recent announcement that it will be ending merch cuts, offering artists travel stipends and a handful of other things to better “support artists.” The company, which has an effective monopoly over the music industry through its control over music venues, servi…

Oct 3, 20233 min

Ep. 212: Writers Win, GOP Trades Barbs ft. Ben Mekler & Dave Weigel

We have two interviews for you all in this episode!First, writer and producer Ben Mekler joins Jordan to recap the WGA’s wins after a successful strike. We explore how the writers banded together as the studios repeatedly insisted their demands were outlandish and would never happen. The wins they achieved together are a lesson in the importance of collective bargaining and Ben shares the sentiment in the room as the WGA learned about the deal they had won.Then we sat down with Dave Weigel of Semafor to recap the second GOP debate. We of course revisited Chris Christie’s “Donald Duck” slam on Donald Trump, how the field was ready to respond to Vivek Ramaswamy’s eagerness, and ultimately what they’re even doing since polling shows nobody running even comes close to competing with Trump. Our most recent premium episode for our beloved Paid Interns is available here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-211-canadian-oopsie-ft-derek-davison#detailsTo become a subscriber to the Insurgents and gain access to an additional episode every week, you can subscribe at InsurgentsPod.com/subscribe or by clicking the button below: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Sep 29, 20231h 19m

Ep. 211: Canadian Oopsie! ft. Derek Davison

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comOops! The speaker of Canada’s House of Commons welcomed a 98-year-old SS unit veteran last week, and he received a bipartisan standing ovation. Derek Davison, author of Foreign Exchanges and host of American Prestige joins us to break down the alarming incident, which Canadian political leaders tried to later dismiss as an oversight. This special guest …

Sep 26, 20233 min

Ep. 210: UAW Rising ft. Dan Boguslaw

Dan Boguslaw of The Intercept and author of the new piece breaking down how the UAW tricked the Big 3 with their strike preparations joins us today. We get into what the UAW demands are, how the Big 3 are responding, a new and stronger approach to negotiations by UAW President Shawn Fain and how the Biden administration’s lackluster response creates a vacuum for hollow populists on the right to exploit. To become a subscriber (paid intern!) to the Insurgents and gain access to an additional episode every week, you can subscribe at InsurgentsPod.com/subscribe or by clicking the button below:Our most recent premium episode with Liv Agar on Lauren Boebert’s hot date at Beetlejuice the Musical, the missing F-35, John Fetterman conspiracies and more is available here: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Sep 21, 202356 min

Ep. 209: Gettin' Handsy At Beetlejuice ft. Liv Agar

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.insurgentspod.comLiv Agar returns to the show to discuss Lauren Boebert’s steamy Beetlejuice the musical date, the conspiracies around John Fetterman, the Russell Brand allegations, the missing F-35, Netanyahu telling Elon Musk to curb anti-Semitism on Twitter, India potentially being behind a Sikh leader’s killing in Canada and much more.You can follow Liv here: https:…

Sep 19, 20236 min

Ep. 208: Digital Fentanyl ft. Juniper

Juniper of Western Kabuki joins us to discuss Vivek Ramaswamy’s “change of heart” on TikTok after meeting with Jake Paul. We explore the broader GOP’s rhetoric on China and especially Mexico, with increasingly militaristic threats being waged by 2024 hopefuls. We also get into MSN’s grim AI-generated obituary for a former NBA player, Brandon Hunter, and what a future of “AI art” would actually look like. You can follow Juniper here: https://twitter.com/junlper/ | Our most recent premium episode for our beloved paid interns is with Parker Molloy. We discussed Aaron Rodgers’ injury, the most bizarre 9/11 tributes and much more. You can listen to that episode here: https://www.insurgentspod.com/p/ep-207-a-911-youll-never-forget-ft#detailsTo become a subscriber (paid intern!) to the Insurgents and gain access to an additional episode every week, you can subscribe at InsurgentsPod.com/subscribe or by clicking the button below: https://www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.insurgentspod.com/subscribe

Sep 15, 20231h 9m