Best Benjamen Walkers Podcasts (2025)

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Video Killed The Podcast Star w/ Benjamen Walker & James Kim 1:14:05

24d ago1:14:05

1:14:05

A classic case of Sam Beard ranting about the constitutional crisis. Andrew Callaway brings on his podcasting mentor, Benjamen Walker from Radiotopia’s Theory of Everything to discuss the CIA’s infiltration of art, writers and counterculture. Then James Kim from Overtones Media joins to discuss his latest piece of audio fiction and how Andrew helpe…

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R.I.P. Pope Francis, Camatte, and Higher Education 1:10:09

3d ago1:10:09

1:10:09

Sam and Jamie are back with a classic Party Girls news episode, and there’s much to discuss. The Party Girls pour one out for Pope Francis, and another for the pope of anti-state communism, Jacques Camatte. Trump wages war on higher education. Emrata calls out Katy Perry for taking a ride in Jeff Bezos’ douche-rocket. Endnotes in the New York Times…

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After 15 months of displacement...from Up First 30:08

4d ago30:08

30:08

Recently, the White House announced its plans to ask Congress to rescind funding to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. If the plan passes, there could be serious consequences for the public media ecosystem. Rather than tell you why we think public media is important, we are sharing this piece from NPR's Up First. This story is one of the best…

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Then They Came for the “Homegrowns." And I Did Not Speak 'Cuz I Was at Bernie-chella 1:02:26

8d ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Things have started to feel real for the Party Girls ever since the Feds visited Sam at home. All of Jamie’s and Sam’s predictions have come true — Mahmoud was just the beginning, next they came for the ‘homegrowns.’ Trump welcomes the “World’s coolest dictator” into his home as the two reveal a shocking plan: build 5 new hyper prisons and begin to…

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Then the FBI Came for the Party Girls w/ Ken Klippenstein 1:06:51

14d ago1:06:51

1:06:51

The FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force visits Party Girls’ Sam Beard at his house. To discuss this recent visit, and the developing federal repression of activists, Sam and Jamie are joined by renowned investigative journalist Ken Klippenstein. What is old about these nefarious deep state activities, and what is new? What does Ken make of the politiciz…

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Introducing: Harlem Queen 13:37

19d ago13:37

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Today we're sharing the first episode of Harlem Queen, a historical audio drama detailing the powerful story of “Policy Queen” and “gangster” Madame Stephanie St. Clair. Madame St. Clair had a powerful impact on building the Harlem community underground and aboveground and defining the Harlem Renaissance. Our goal is for you to be entertained, educ…

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PREVIEW: Luigi, Revolutionary Organization, and the George Floyd Rebellion w/ Jarrod Shanahan & Zhandarka Kurti 1:21

23d ago1:21

1:21

A little peek behind the paywall for last week's bonus episode, in which Zhana and Jarrod answered the Party Girls’ juiciest questions. What do we make of lone wolf acts of resistance, against, say the most powerful health insurance CEO in the world?What kept the summer of 2020 from becoming a full blown revolution? How did Stop Cop City represent …

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Jason and Isabelle Revisit My Mother Made Me 6:09

26d ago6:09

6:09

In October 2024, Apple Podcasts launched a new initiative to highlight narrative series, including designating a new show every month as a Series Essential, celebrating the finest storytelling and the medium’s greatest achievements. My Mother Made Me is the March 2025 selection. For this special occasion, we asked Jason to sit down with his mother …

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TFW When ‘Abolitionists’ Build Skyscraper Jails w/ Jarrod and Zhana 1:14:08

1M ago1:14:08

1:14:08

What happens when politically underdeveloped abolitionists team up with ladder-climbing non-profit directors and big money philanthropy? Nothing good, that’s what! Jamie and Sam are joined by Zhandarka Kurti and Jarrod Shanahan to discuss their new book “Skyscraper Jails: The Abolitionist Fight Against Jail Expansion in New York City” and the heart…

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Alternate Realities from Embedded 27:55

1M ago27:55

27:55

Today, we're sharing the first episode of a new limited-run series from NPR's Embedded, "Alternate Realities". Zach Mack and his dad are living in separate realities, and it's tearing their family apart. Like so many Americans, Zach's dad has gotten swept up in conspiracy theories. After years of circular arguments, the father challenged his son to…

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Nobody is Coming to Save Us…Except Antifa Naruto 1:30:14

1M ago1:30:14

1:30:14

As the Trump Administration crosses yet another Rubicon and begins revoking Green Cards for political speech, real life Naruto ninjas offer a potential way out. Chelsea Manning speaks out on the Luigi Mangione case, as the movement against the richest man in the world continues to ramp up. All this, plus a special guest joins the Party Girls to tal…

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Red for Revolution 6 - I Love Paris 41:30

2M ago41:30

41:30

As tensions escalate and hearts are both shattered and healed, our season one love story reaches its climax in the City of Love. Jazmine’s family surprises her with a graduation trip to Paris, but little do they know, she has a surprise of her own in store. Red for Revolution is created, written, and directed by Jana Naomi Smith with Musical Direct…

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CULTURAL MARXISM: Anora (2024) w/ Indica Dominant of Dysphoria 1:36:10

2M ago1:36:10

1:36:10

Jamie is joined by Indica Dominant (@DominantIndica) a.k.a. Olive, adult performer/sex worker and co-host of the Dysphoria podcast, to discuss director Sean Baker’s anti-Cinderella story Anora (2024), which just won the Oscar for Best Picture. Is it possible to combine a screwball comedy, a hooker exploitation film, and a twee Sundance indie into o…

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Riot Tracker: Greek Shutdown vs American “Economic Blackout” 1:05:36

2M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

In dark times like these, it's vital to shine light on signs of life, revolting against the order of things. Today, March 5, marks the two year anniversary of the 5th Week of Action to Stop Cop City, when hundreds of activists took direct action at the Cop City construction site. Party Girls Riot Tracker returns with a spotlight on Greece, when las…

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PREVIEW: Kim Stanley Robinson on Cryptocurrency and Sabotage 8:37

2M ago8:37

8:37

In this PATREON PREVIEW, Sci-Fi Legend Kim Stanley Robinson explains his true feelings about cryptocurrency, some things would would have done differently in Ministry For the Future if he wrote it today, and the influence of How To Blow Up a Pipeline. Watch the full interview here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/we-need-w-kim-122570852 *** SIGN UP N…

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Red for Revolution 5 - Send in the Clowns 43:11

2M ago43:11

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As tensions between Jazmine and her mother boil over, Grandma Ella steps in, guiding the three women to confront the painful reality of intergenerational homophobia. Meanwhile, back in the 1970s, the stakes soar for Ella and Lorraine’s relationship as young Ella is falsely accused of a crime. Red for Revolution is created, written, and directed by …

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(PREVIEW) Vampire Castle: Nosferatu w/ Leslie Lee III 9:10

2M ago9:10

9:10

Jamie is once again joined by her brother in darkness Leslie Lee III (@leslieleeiii) of Struggle Session (@strugglesession) to discuss Robert Eggers’ horny and polarizing polarizing Nosferatu (2024) in a MEMBERS ONLY episode of their series Vampire Castle. In this sneak preview, Leslie and Jamie discuss the hoe-less Count Orlok (at least compared t…

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I Like My Woke Like I Like My Web: #DarkWoke, Puppycules, and the Tesla Takedown 1:10:45

2M ago1:10:45

1:10:45

In our most EDGY and CONTROVERSIAL episode of ALL TIME, Jamie and Sam catch up on the many happenings since their last news episode. Is Party Girls too edgy for polite society? We think Not! Society would do itself well to toughen up a bit, and dive deeper into the into the reality of life and suffering trenches of America today. But are libs ready…

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Red for Revolution 4 - He Looked Beyond My Faults 29:22

2M ago29:22

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Jazmine holds space for Ms. Lorraine as she shares her story of substance abuse, inspiring a conversation about grace and self-acceptance. Meanwhile, back in the 70s, a younger Lorraine confesses her substance abuse to Ella, generating a difficult impasse between the two. Red for Revolution is created, written, and directed by Jana Naomi Smith with…

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Ending Capitalism To Save The World w/ Kim Stanley Robinson 1:14:25

2M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Sci-fi Legend Kim Stanley Robinson joins Jamie Peck and Sam Beard to discuss the end of capitalism, why being a leftist gives him hope, what he thinks of Bill Gates and Obama’s takes on Ministry For the Future, and communism. Much is gathered and realized through the readings and this conversation. For example, did reading Ministry for the Future t…

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Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather 32:06

2M ago32:06

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As Jazmine grapples with self-acceptance, Grandma Ella and Ms. Lorraine feel compelled to share their respective insecurities. This leads to a poignant recollection of the day a power outage compelled a young Ella and Lorraine to reveal their deepest secrets and vulnerabilities. Red for Revolution is created, written, and directed by Jana Naomi Smi…

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Luigi Mangione Accepts $300,000 We Raised For Him 58:05

2M ago58:05

58:05

Luigi Mangione has accepted the funds that Jamie Peck, Sam Beard, the December 4 Legal Committee have raised from everyday working people across the globe. The mainstream media has some wack takes about it. Also Kendrick Lamar's Superbowl halftime show was good and the Mud Wizard's statement is HELLA good. Donate to Luigi Mangione's legal defense: …

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Red for Revolution 2 - Never Will I Marry 47:37

2M ago47:37

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Jazmine uncovers her grandmother's journals, shedding light on previously unknown aspects of her inner life and igniting the tale of how Ella and Lorraine reconnected in 1971, New York City for a taping of the TV show Black Dreams after their passionate first encounter in Gary. Red for Revolution is created, written, and directed by Jana Naomi Smit…

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The Misunderstood Politics of David Lynch 1:34:14

3M ago1:34:14

1:34:14

Our heroes are dead and our enemies are in power. This week Executive Producer Andrew Callaway makes a rare appearance in front of the camera and speaks to the profound impact of David Lynch’s work - and explains why he disagrees with the master filmmaker that he is not a political filmmaker. Jamie Peck and Sam Beard both watch Lost Highway for the…

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Red for Revolution 1 - I’ve Got a Crush On You 34:47

3M ago34:47

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After the assassination of a Black female revolutionary, an unexpected romance blossoms between the two women left in her wake—an apolitical jazz singer and a radical activist. While in the present day, college-bound Jazmine embarks on a journey to find her grandmother's first love and document their love story. Red for Revolution is created, writt…

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Radiotopia Presents: Red for Revolution 2:21

3M ago2:21

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Red for Revolution is an enthralling audio drama that tells the passionate love story between jazz singer Lorraine Giovanni and activist Ella Ali. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of 18-year-old Jazmine, who is coming of age and seeking wisdom from her grandmother, Ella. As Jazmine conducts heartfelt interviews with her grandmother, li…

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Celebrating A Year Of Party Girls: An AMA-versary Special! 1:22:38

3M ago1:22:38

1:22:38

Happy pod-a-versary to us! Jamie Peck and Sam Beard celebrate one year of Party Girls by answering a bunch of listener questions. How many years does the American empire have left? How hopeful are we that we’ll see serious social change within our lifetimes? How many times a day do we think about Lenin? And why does Sam dress like a zoomer now? All…

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The King of Antifa Said "We Don't Really Do That Anymore" w/ Natasha Lennard 1:20:08

3M ago1:20:08

1:20:08

***Sign up as a patron to participate in next week’s AMA special where Jamie and Sam will field questions from the Discord to celebrate the show’s one year anniversary.*** https://patreon.com/partygirls Sam is back from his hiatus for this special episode with Natasha Lennard, journalist, educator, Friend and comrade. The day after Trump re-ascends…

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Curtis Yarvin: The Dark Enlightenment and Humane Genocide 1:50:29

3M ago1:50:29

1:50:29

Half of this episode was behind the paywall but in honor of Curtis Yarvin, Mencius Moldbug himself, calling for the end of Democracy in The New York Times (at least he didn't bring up his "human alternative to genocide") we're making this ep free for everybody. Also it was before we were recording video so please enjoy this visual of a waveform. Th…

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The Case For Letting Malibu Burn w/ Jake Flores 1:28:09

3M ago1:28:09

1:28:09

DESCRIPTION: Jamie is joined by Jake Flores (@feraljokes) of Pod Damn America (@poddamnamerica) to discuss Mike Davis’ 1998 essay “The Case For Letting Malibu Burn,” which is also the third chapter in his book “Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster” (Verso, 1998). In this controversial-at-the-time essay, Davis maps the fire e…

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Woke Didn’t Start the Fires w/ Tony Boswell of Minion Death Cult 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Jamie is joined by Tony Boswell (@wordisbond) of Minion Death Cult (@miniondeathcult) to discuss the wildfires that are currently burning through Los Angeles. In classic MDC fashion, they do a deep dive on conspiracy theories emanating from MAGA Twitter, like: did you know the fires are being caused by immigrants, the homeless, and woke? Sign up as…

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Best of Radiotopia - Weight For It 40:43

4M ago40:43

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - Weight For It - “Into Thin Air." It's not too late - Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is still on! Donate to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - This Day in Esoteric Political History 20:27

4M ago20:27

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - This Day in Esoteric Political History - “Dick Cheney Shoots Friend In The Face”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - The West Wing Weekly 1:01:42

4M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

Best of Radiotopia 2024 - The West Wing Weekly - “The American President”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - The Stoop 34:59

4M ago34:59

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - The Stoop - “This Ain't Texas, It's Africa." It's not too late - Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is still on! Donate to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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PREVIEW: Cultural Marxism: ‘Emilia Pérez’ w/ Maxelle 2:24

4M ago2:24

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Jamie is joined by her friend Maxelle Talena of the Dysphoria podcast to talk about writer/director Jacques Audiard’s new film, Emilia Pérez. With elements of a cartel drama, a soap opera/telanovela, Mrs Doubtfire, Evita, a lib take on gender dysphoria, and what we imagine Hamilton is like, this Mexico-set musical is the cringiest thing dreamed up …

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Best of Radiotopia - Song Exploder 27:28

4M ago27:28

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - Song Exploder - “Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - Our House." It's not too late - Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is still on! Donate to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - The Recipe with Kenji and Deb 38:12

4M ago38:12

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - The Recipe with Kenji and Deb - “Popcorn”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - Shocking, Heartbreaking, Transformative 40:15

4M ago40:15

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - Shocking, Heartbreaking, Transformative - “Just a Girl with a Microphone." Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - Radio Diaries 14:03

4M ago14:03

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - Radio Diaries - “The John Birch Society”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - Normal Gossip 1:01:37

4M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

Best of Radiotopia 2024 - Normal Gossip - “The Suite Life of Rachelle and Kelsey”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - The Mortified Podcast 30:37

4M ago30:37

30:37

Best of Radiotopia 2024 - The Mortified Podcast - “The Origin Story”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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We Raised $175,000 For Luigi Mangione 53:32

4M ago53:32

53:32

It's been a crazy week in Party Girls land. Jamie and Sam have been kicking ass and taking names in their roles as official spokespeople for the December 4th Legal Committee, which has raised over $175,000 for Luigi Mangione's legal defense to date. The PG crew gives some updates on Luigi (the terrorism and first degree murder charges, his Christli…

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Best of Radiotopia - The Memory Palace 9:54

4M ago9:54

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - The Memory Palace - “Lost Jobs”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! And you can buy The Memory Palace book here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - The Kitchen Sisters Present 12:43

4M ago12:43

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - The Kitchen Sisters Present - “Tupperware”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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The Suicide Girl To Public Leftist Pipeline w/ Molly Crabapple 1:20:04

4M ago1:20:04

1:20:04

Artist/writer/general badass Molly Crabapple (@MollyCrabapple) joins the program to talk Luigi, generative AI, and the place of art and beauty in radical movements. Plus: how Jamie and Molly’s shared background in the naked girl business helped them along on their political journeys. Check out Molly’s many projects and buy her art at MollyCrabapple…

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Best of Radiotopia - Hyperfixed 33:55

4M ago33:55

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - Hyperfixed - “Casey Wants to Believe”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Best of Radiotopia - The Heart 10:43

4M ago10:43

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Best of Radiotopia 2024 - The Heart - “EPILOGUE | Letter to Gaza”. Radiotopia’s fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support audio with vision. Thank you! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Radiotopia

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Influencers (second time as Tragedy) 27:40

4M ago27:40

27:40

During the first Trump presidency I produced a radio drama with Jonathan Mitchell at The Truth Podcast about camp MAGA. In 2017 the idea of Trump locking up Americans in camps was a bit silly… that could never happen here? But in 2024, as private prison stocks soar to new heights, things like a little different. Perhaps Marx got it wrong. Perhaps t…

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