The Lee Camp Show

In this special episode of Unredacted Tonight, Lee Camp takes on capitalism, market economics, and the myths of the “free market” using comedy, data, and real-world examples. From “capitalism creates wealth” to “free markets allocate resources efficiently” and “the poor are poor because of bad choices,” Lee walks through the most common talking points you’ve heard a thousand times – and shows why they don’t hold up when you actually look at how the system works. All of that, plus a very serious discussion of pecan pie and whiskey.We dive into how systems, not individual intentions, drive outcomes like environmental destruction, extreme inequality, and global poverty. Lee challenges the idea that money is the only form of wealth, and explains how things like health, community, social cohesion, knowledge, and a livable planet are left out of standard economic metrics. The episode also looks at how technology and scientific progress actually generate abundance, while the market mainly decides who gets access and on what terms.Lee also tackles the myths that “capitalism rewards hard work” and “capitalism promotes freedom.” If hard work automatically led to prosperity, night-shift sanitation workers and caregivers would be billionaires, while unproductive executives would be broke. Instead, the system tends to reward ownership, prior wealth, positional advantage, and sometimes ruthless behavior, while most people are stuck trading their time for basic survival. And that so-called “freedom to choose” often boils down to choosing between different brands while having no real freedom to refuse harmful or meaningless work without risking food, housing, and healthcare.Finally, the episode breaks the spell of “There Is No Alternative” (TINA) by highlighting real-world examples of cooperatives, commons-based systems, and community projects (like tool libraries) that already operate outside pure market logic – and could be scaled up if we wanted them to be. Many of the ideas and quotes in this episode draw on the brilliant work of Peter Joseph (Peter Joseph Substack), whose analysis of market systems, technological capacity, and ecological limits helps frame this whole discussion. If you’re curious about systemic change, alternatives to our current economic model, and how we might actually design a saner world, this one’s for you.

In this episode, Lee dives deep into why a full U.S. invasion of Venezuela is unlikely, highlighting Venezuelan resistance and the geopolitical complexities involved. Plus, FBI’s longstanding history of incompetence and repression, including the recent delayed conviction in the January 6 pipe bombing case and newly revealed FBI involvement in the assassination of Black Panther leader Fred Hampton. Also, Governor Gavin Newsom opposing billionaire taxes, underscoring systemic capitalist inequalities. All that and more! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee Camp tackles the hidden side of the National Guard shooting suspect, Trump's interference in Honduras, the AI bubble bursting and so much more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee tackles the unreal meeting between Zohran Mamdani and Donald Trump. Plus, could we see peace in Ukraine? The pro-war fanatics are freaking out that it might happen. That and much more on today's show! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee Camp breaks down the real-world fallout of the US–China trade war and why the “big win” headlines don’t match what actually happened. With sharp comedy and clear receipts, Lee explains how tariffs, supply-chain pressure, and political grandstanding pushed everyday Americans—especially farmers and manufacturers—into the blast zone, only for policy to drift back toward the same place it started. If you’ve been wondering what the trade deal really changed, this episode connects the dots in plain English.A big focus here is rare earth minerals, the not-so-glamorous backbone of modern technology. Lee walks through how these materials power everything from phones and batteries to advanced industrial systems, and why refining matters as much as mining. You’ll hear why China remains a key player in rare earth processing, how that leverage shaped negotiations, and what it means for the future of US-China economic competition, high-tech manufacturing, and global supply chains.Lee also dives into the changing balance of innovation and production, including how China’s tech growth is reshaping global markets. From electronics to AI, this segment explores why older assumptions about “cheap imports” no longer hold, and what happens when a trade strategy collides with a world where technological leadership is up for grabs. Expect some hilarious metaphors—plus a sober look at how policy choices ripple through research, industry, and the broader economy.Then the show pivots to newly revealed ExxonMobil documents and the global story of climate messaging, fossil fuel subsidies, and stalled progress on emissions. Lee outlines how disinformation campaigns spread internationally, why climate commitments keep missing their targets, and how massive public subsidies for fossil fuels complicate the path forward. If you care about energy policy, climate solutions, and who’s shaping the narrative behind the scenes, this part is essential viewing.Watch, share, and subscribe for more fearless comedy and deep-dive analysis every week. Drop your thoughts in the comments: How should the US handle trade with China? And what needs to change for real climate progress?My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee and Eleanor discuss how the glorification of overwork and individual productivity is a tool of capitalist control that alienates workers, diminishes community bonds, and extracts maximum labor under conditions of insecurity and unpredictability. Plus, the rift between U.S. hawks like Marco Rubio and corporate interests like Chevron regarding Venezuela policy, reflecting broader tensions between oligarchs who profit from chaos and corporatists who seek stability for continued extraction. All that and more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee digs into more Jepstein fallout, Instagram banning one of the best pro-Palestine outlets, a massive Starbucks strike and much more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

The US and Israel are actively planning the long-term division and control of Gaza, with new military documents revealing strategies for ethnic cleansing and colonization. Plus, new revelations about the 9/11 cover-up have emerged, focusing on Philip Zelico, a figure largely overlooked in public discourse, who played a pivotal role in obstructing investigations into Saudi and CIA involvement. All that and more! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee and Eleanor dive into Epstein’s ties to Israeli intelligence that reveal how sex trafficking scandals can intersect with international espionage and geopolitical maneuvering, exposing hidden power structures and alliances. Plus, The U.S. is escalating military pressure on Venezuela with the intent of regime change through destabilization rather than invasion, demonstrating continued imperialist interventionism aimed at resource extraction and geopolitical dominance. Also, The U.S. is secretly planning to build a large military base near the Gaza Strip, as part of a so-called “postwar peace plan” that could involve a multinational peacekeeping force. This development has received almost no mainstream U.S. media coverage, though some Israeli and Arab outlets have reported on it. My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

The Democrats ultimately conceded on the government shutdown, allowing a funding bill to pass that only extends through January 30th, thereby postponing the fight rather than resolving it. Plus, nearly 27 million Americans live in areas experiencing significant water scarcity or stress, a crisis barely covered by mainstream media. Also, Trump threatened military intervention in Nigeria, citing alleged genocide against Christians by Islamist militant groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP. All that more! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

The US economy is increasingly fake. Here's the proof! When will the house of cards fall? PLUS, the former Al-Qaeda chief and current President of Syria will be at the White House soon, and there are efforts to manipulate AI into becoming nothing more than propaganda. All that and so much more on today's show!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee Camp takes a sharp, satirical look at homelessness policy in America—contrasting punitive crackdowns with evidence-based solutions. Using Utah as a case study, he revisits how a “Housing First” approach once drove down chronic homelessness and why shifting away from it fueled a surge. Along the way, he spotlights overlooked realities—empty homes, the unique challenges facing veterans and children, and how criminalizing poverty ignores root causes like health care access and affordable housing.Grounded in reporting and research, the episode argues that proven programs work best when paired with case management and long-term support. Instead of short-term enforcement, it examines outcomes, costs, and human impacts—asking what actually reduces unsheltered homelessness, improves public safety, and strengthens communities. The tone is comedic, but the focus stays on practical, humane policy.In the second half, the show pivots to digital wellness, exploring how heavy screen time affects attention, empathy, and mental health—especially for adolescents. From the “phone on the table” effect to studies on mood, cognition, and face-to-face connection, Lee breaks down the science with humor and real-world takeaways: device-free conversations, more outdoor time, and mindful tech habits. It’s a fast, funny tour through two urgent issues—homelessness solutions and the screen-saturated lives shaping how we think, feel, and relate.

Lee and Eleanor tear into the sewy-cide crisis in the Air Force, the ICE-Israel connection, why Americans are lonelier than ever, and how workers are standing up against Starbucks! That and so much more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee digs into Zohran Mamdani's win and what exactly it means. Plus, 49% of American children now live in poverty or low-income homes. AND A.I. drones that were used over Gaza are now surveilling American cities. All that and much more! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee reports on Trump's gold ballroom while millions of Americans starve. Andrew Cuomo pooping himself over the latest polls showing Mamdani will win. Trump White House claiming they don't have to declare war in order to strike Venezuela. And much more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

On this new episode of Unredacted Tonight with Lee Camp, we unpack U.S. actions in the Caribbean and Latin America, asking tough questions about reported strikes on small boats near Venezuela and the narratives that follow. We also revisit public comments by U.S. officials about Venezuelan resources and explore what those statements might mean when viewed alongside real-world events—all through a comedic, media-literacy lens.Next, we turn to Argentina: What do bold austerity moves under President Javier Milei look like on the ground? We examine market reactions, debt worries, and why major figures—from business leaders to former U.S. officials—can say very different things about the country’s outlook. Finally, we zoom out to the Middle East and global security debates—media framing, intelligence narratives, and how televised conversations can shape public perception. Lee spotlights how conflicting claims, selective statistics, and shifting definitions can transform complex conflicts into soundbites, and why that matters for everyday viewers who just want the facts behind the fireworks.If you enjoy independent comedy, media criticism, and fact-checking with a fearless edge, hit Subscribe, tap the bell, and share this episode.

Lee and Eleanor tackle Bill Gates sudden 180 on climate change even as the strongest hurricane EVER lands in Jamaica. Plus Trump hopes to increase AIDS by 50%, Israel waging war during ceasefire and much more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee gets into the attempted false flag against Venezuela, Chris Hedges censored at press club, and Margaret Kimberly joins the show!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee digs into how exactly Israel is breaking the ceasefire agreement and how the US successfully coup'ed Bolivia. That and much more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

The 5 or 6 richest people in the world now own most American media and social media. This is the story of how exactly they have bought up the vast majority of what Americans hear, see, and read. PLUS, the World Bank has been working its hardest to help the struggling people of Nigeria. Then why have Nigerians only gotten poorer since the World Bank started "helping" them? 

Lee Camp and Eleanor Goldfield dig into the proof that the socioeconomic philosophy of Liberalism is over and goes nowhere. PLUS, the shut-down is harming public health, updates on Israel, and more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee digs into the 700% increase in ICE’s weapons budget, including guided missile warheads and chemical weapons, signals a dramatic shift toward treating immigration enforcement as a paramilitary operation. Plus, the shadow president who controls federal funding flow and regulatory decisions, effectively shaping policy and governance behind the scenes.  And Nikki Morse joins the show to talk about the ongoing resistance against colonialism, incarceration, and ideological control through both direct action and cultural expression. All that and more in today's episode! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

The U.S. military’s targeting of fishermen in the Caribbean under the pretense of anti-drug operations only exemplifies a disregard for human life and international law. The No Kings rallies sheds light on the limitations of contemporary protest movements. Israel launched over 100 air strikes on Gaza during a ceasefire period, killing dozens and hitting civilian infrastructure, including homes and displacement tents. All that and much more in today's episode! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Get ready for an upbeat, fast-paced GOOD NEWS roundup with Lee Camp on Unredacted Tonight. This episode flips the script with feel-good wins, scientific breakthroughs, and wildly inventive solutions you’ll actually want to talk about. From restored access to crucial climate data to communities getting smarter about disaster readiness, it’s a rare dose of optimism—delivered with sharp comedy and real receipts. You’ll see stories on researchers reviving a beloved climate resource for the public, practical prep tips that help neighbors protect the most vulnerable, and a mind-bending mycelium (mushroom) boat crossing that points to cleaner materials and less plastic waste. We also spotlight a next-gen bio “bone glue” concept that could speed fracture healing, plus new research linking purpose in life with better long-term brain health. Big solutions, human grit, and a lot of laughs—packed into one episode.

Lee and Eleanor tackle the latest updates on Gaza, the new US attacks on Venezuela, the citizen arrest of a CEO, and much more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee digs into the massive economic bubble that could burst thanks to AI. Plus, Israel still occupies Gaza. And new documents show Israel has been focus testing their war plans. All that and much more today!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee covers the truth about the ceasefire, what we aren't being told, how it's being whitewashed, and much more. Plus, a Nobel Prize was just awarded to the US effort to coup a peaceful socialist country. The Nobel Prize committee has lost all credibility. That and much more on today's show! My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

On this episode of Unredacted Tonight, Lee Camp reveals everything Israel has ALREADY admitted to and he shows the receipts. The debate over what's happening in Gaza is OVER. Plus, we get into the one state in the US that has SOLVED the issue of expensive child care, which is a hardship for millions of Americans. All that and much more on today's episode! Get a new one every Thursday at 7pm ET. 

Lee digs into Trump's invasion of Chicago with the National Guard which many are calling illegal, the US attack on more Venezuelan boats which many are calling illegal, more revelations about illegal Epstein activity related to Trump, and the US-backed coup in Nepal that many would believe is illegal. Hmmm, seems to be the theme here. My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee Camp covers the new Trump peace plan and what Hamas thinks they can get out of it. Plus Bari Weiss to take over CBS. Greta freed. And much more!My comedy news show Unredacted Tonight airs every Thursday at 7pm ET/ 4pm PT. My livestreams are on Mon and Fri at 3pm ET/ Noon PT and Wednesday at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT. I am one of the most censored comedians in America. Thanks for the support!

Lee Camp digs into the secret reason for US gov't shutdown. Plus, US dollar crashes to 30-year low of global reserve. All that and more. 

Lee Camp and Eleanor Goldfield dive into what the Government Shutdown REALLY means, Pete Hegseth's unhinged speech to the Pentagon top brass, Netanyahu's admission that the 20-point Gaza plan is actually a trap and much more!