Best Douglas Lain Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 633: What did Marx think about the American Civil War? 1:22:16

1d ago1:22:16

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In this week's Spencer Leonard Hour, he discusses the meaning of the Civil War in relation to the struggle for socialism. Support Sublation Media on Patreon https://patreon.com/dietsoap

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Episode 632: Trump's Tariffs Are Smart? 1:14:46

2d ago1:14:46

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Chris Cutrone discusses just what the aim of Trump's Tariffs might be. Will there be a new global order with the US still at the center? What does it mean to say that the United States is "FREE"? Is Trump just an idiot? Support Sublation Media https://patreon.com/dietsoap

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045: Secrets of The Killing State: A Conversation With Corinna Barrett Lain 32:19

4d ago32:19

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Hello! In this very special episode of Its a History Podcast, I had the oppurtunity to speak with Corinna Barrett Lain about her most recent book "Secrets of the Killing State: The Untold Story of Lethal Injection". We discuss the secrecy surrounding Lethal Injection and the morality of having Agents of the State perform this act. Some of the mater…

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Episode 631: Tariffs, First Amendement, and Due Process 1:09:09

5d ago1:09:09

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Benjamin Studebaker and Douglas Lain discuss Trump's Tariffs, the attacks of law firms such as Perkins Coie, and how the deportations of MS-13 gang members undermine Due Process. Support Sublation Media: https://patreon.com/dietsoap

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Episode 630: Understanding the Marxist Revisionism Dispute 1:05:20

8d ago1:05:20

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William Stratford discusses the dialectics and the revisionism dispute. What lessons can we learn from it today, after the long defeat of the 20th century and the Millennial left? Support Sublation Media https://patreon.com/dietsoap

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Episode 629: Do Young Americans Have a Manifest Destiny? 50:57

10d ago50:57

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Hamilton Craig is a Compact columnist and a doctoral student at CUNY researching farmers’ movements in the United States. In this episode of Diet Soap, he discusses his recent essay for Compact entitled "The Democratic Promise of Manifest Destiny" with Douglas Lain and tries to consider just how seriously to take Trump's effort to revitalize and re…

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044: Easter Eggs: Why We Have Them, Why We Dye Them, and Why a Bunny Delivers Them 11:30

11d ago11:30

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Hello! In todays episode I dive into all things Easter egg. Over the course of todays episode we will discover why eggs are associated with Easter, why we dye them, and just how the Easter Bunny came to be. We also take a look at the Faberge Eggs and the Mall Bunny. Sources for todays episode include: Multiple articles from TIme magazine including:…

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Episode 628: Trump is ENDING Neoliberalism as the Left WATCHES 1:27:12

15d ago1:27:12

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Chris Cutrone and Douglas Lain discuss the meaning of the term "neoliberalism" and the ignominious end of the previous regime of accumulation. Cutrone takes Studebaker to task over their differences in conceptualizing neoliberalism, highlighting contrasting interpretations of its historical and ideological implications. Support Sublation Media on P…

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043: The History of Audiobooks: From Vinyl, to Cassette, to CD, to Digital 13:50

18d ago13:50

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Hello! In this Episode of It's a History Podcast, I take a look at the History of Audiobooks. We start all the way back in the 1930's and work our way up to the current state of audiobooks. Mentioned in this episode are two fellow podcasts hosted by some wonderful Librarians. Make sure to Listen to @drinksinthelibrary and @vulgarhistory. Sources fo…

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Episode 627: Experiencing the Symptoms of the Left 59:43

20d ago59:43

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Benjamin Studebaker and Douglas Lain discuss the Platypus Affiliated Society convention and a few of the questions raised on our panels: What was neoliberalism? Why does Society have Politics? Join the Sublation Patreon for a second hour of discussion: https://patreon.com/dietsoap

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Episode 626: Horkheimer on Reason, Egoism, and Freedom 1:36:02

23d ago1:36:02

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Spencer Leonard discusses the Frankfurt School's Marxism, how these Marxists are still relevant to us today, and explains Horkheimer's "Egoism and Freedom Movements: On the Anthropology of the Bourgeois Epoch." Support Sublation Media and Listen to the Second Half: https://patreon.com/dietsoap

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042: Frederick Douglas: The Face of Many Men: How Frederick Douglas's Image Came to Represent Denmark Vesey and Nat Turner 5:41

25d ago5:41

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Hello! In This weeks episode, though short, we look at why Frederick Douglas's image is used to represent both Denmark Vesey and Nat Turner. Due to an error on my part, I was made aware of this issue and started to look into why. This episode highlights the "Reclaiming Black Faces" Project which is linked below. If you would like to send me any que…

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041: The History of the Sewing Machine: From Clunky to Functional: How the Early Sewing Machines Evolved 12:42

1M ago12:42

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Hello! In this episode of It's a History podcast, We dives into the fascinating history of the sewing machine. Join me as we look at the history of sewing machines from hand-sewing with bone needles to the complex inventions of the 19th century that paved the way for modern sewing machines. Learn about key figures like Barthelemy Timmonnier, Walter…

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Episode 625: From FAKE NEWS to a FAKE WORLD 54:11

1M ago54:11

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David Shields, author of "How We Got Here," returns to discuss how Trump has destroyed our reality and how our sensemaking institutions are in crisis. How can we educate ourselves and get a grip on the world if everything is FAKE NEWS? Get a copy of Shield's book "How We Got Here" https://sublationmedia.com/product/how-we-got-here-melville-plus-nie…

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040: The Happy Birthday Song: From Origins to Copyright Controversies 10:31

1M ago10:31

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Hello! In this week's episode of It's a History Podcast, join me as we delve into the fascinating history of the Happy Birthday song. In this epsiode we discover the origins of the melody in a song called 'Good Morning to All,' composed by sisters Mildred and Patty Hill. We then learn about the transformation of this simple tune into the globally r…

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Episode 624: A New World Order or a New Chaos? 1:35:18

1M ago1:35:18

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Chris Cutrone assuages Douglas Lain's fears as they survey the wreckage of Trump's first 50 days in office. Is Trump an amateur just throwing spaghetti against the wall to see what sticks? Yes? Is he a world historic figure who aims to rearrange the world order? Yes again? Watch the second half of this podcast on Patreon, and join a Zoom call after…

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039: The History of Arsenic Green and Poisonous Books 9:10

2M ago9:10

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Hello! Welcome to another episode of It's a History podcast! In this episode, we dive into the dark history of arsenic green during the Victorian Age, also known as Paris Green, and how it led to the creation of poisonous books. Starting with the origins and popularity of this bright green color, we explore its widespread use in clothing, wallpaper…

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Episode 623: Unpacking Anti-Imperialism and the Labor Aristocracy 1:21:20

2M ago1:21:20

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The historian Spencer Leonard joins Doug to discuss the history of the term "labor aristocracy" and unpack the meaning of anti-imperialism today.

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Episode 622: Arturo Vs. Grok 3- Fact Checking Redux! 1:13:43

2M ago1:13:43

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In this week's Diet Soap podcast, Arturo Desimone returns to set the record straight about the Monroe Doctrine and the character of American power while Doug fact checks him again in real time using Elon's newest wonder: Grok 3! Support Sublation Media on Patreon https://patreon.com/dietsoap

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038: The Legacy of Denmark Vesey Part 3: The Rebellion, the Betrayal, and the Aftermath 22:20

2M ago22:20

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Hello! In this week's episode we conclude the riveting story of Denmark Vesey, a free black man who planned one of the largest slave rebellions in United States history. We delve deep into Vesey's meticulous planning, the eventual collapse of the rebellion, and the severe repercussions for those involved. We explore the societal context, the comple…

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037: The Legacy of Denmark Vesey Part 2: Life After Freedom, Charleston Class Structure, and Religion 18:15

2M ago18:15

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Hello! In this episode of It's a History Podcast, we continue our exploration of Denmark Vesey's life, focusing on his experiences post-freedom. We look into Vesey's attempts to free his wife and start a business in Charleston, South Carolina, revealing the societal challenges and racial hierarchies he faced. We will also discover how Vesey's relat…

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Episode 621: Should the Democrats Cooperate with RFK Jr? 1:02:44

2M ago1:02:44

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Zaid Jilani joins Douglas Lain to discuss his two recent articles for Compact: The Democrats’ RFK Dilemma https://www.compactmag.com/article/the-democrats-rfk-dilemma/ Democrats Should Work with Trump https://www.compactmag.com/article/democrats-should-work-with-trump/ Patrons are invited to discuss these podcasts by Zoom every week.Support Us on P…

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036: The Legacy of Denmark Vesey Part 1: Early Life and Revolutionary Influence 17:51

2M ago17:51

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Hello! In this episode I delve into the life of Denmark Vesey, an enslaved man who planned one of the largest slave rebellions in the United States. We'll explore Vesey's early life, his experiences in the harsh conditions of St. Thomas and St. Domingue, and the impact of the North Atlantic slave trade. Learn how these experiences and the age of re…

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Episode 620: Information Overload and Demagoguery 1:07:24

2M ago1:07:24

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This episode of the Sublation Magazine show will attempt to sort through the questions and narratives that are bombarding those of us who are trying to pay attention to the political situation, especially in America. Is Trump a dictator, after all? Is Elon any good with computers? Did Vance make a speech in support of Nazis and Fascists? Are the De…

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Episode 619: On Trump's Plan for Gaza 58:32

2M ago58:32

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Chris Cutrone returns to discuss his recent essay for COMPACT entitled " Mar-a-Gaza." How should socialists understand Trump's proposal? How should the ethnic cleansing of Gaza be resisted now that it is uninhabitable? What went wrong with the pro-Palestinian protest movement? Support Sublation Media https://patreon.com/dietsoap…

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Episode 618: A Marxist Platypus? 1:21:37

2M ago1:21:37

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Erin Hagood is the president of the Platypus Affiliated Society and in this episode she explains how this growing Marxist group is intervening on the left. Are they up to no good? Are they saving the world and our collective memory?

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035: The Complex History of Romance Novels: What is a Romance Novel, Their Criticism, and Their Popularity 16:22

2M ago16:22

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In this episode of It's a History Podcast, I delve into the intricate history of romance novels. We explore the controversies surrounding the genre, from accusations of being 'wrong or dirty' to criticisms of anti-feminism. We first covers the origins of the romance genre. Then we discusses how romance novels have primarily been written by women, a…

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Episode 617: Elon Musk and His Lost Boys Take Over the World 1:02:45

2M ago1:02:45

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This week's Sublaton Magazine stream will include a discussion with Benjamin Studebaker about Elon Musk's takeover of the Federal Government. Are we now entering an era of high-tech feudalism? Do we like the taste of it? We will also be discussing Rob McCleary's Short Story "Nixon in Space" https://electricliterature.com/nixon-in-space-rob-mccleary…

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Episode 616: On Marx's Critique of Political Economy 1:29:02

3M ago1:29:02

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Following up on Reid Kane's podcast discussing the Marxist Value Critics, Spencer Leonard discusses Marx's critique of political economy and its relevance today. Support Sublation Media on Patreon https://patreon.com/dietsoap

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034: The First Super Bowl: How the NFL Came to Be and the Championship Game that Joined Two Rival Leagues 24:10

3M ago24:10

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Hello! On this episode of It's a History podcast I explore the fascinating early history of football leading up to the very first Super Bowl. I look at how the game evolved from a blend of soccer and rugby into a cultural phenomenon, and we learn about key figures like Jim Thorpe and the formation of the APFA. We will look into the creation of the …

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Episode 615: Trump, Tariffs, and Executive Orders 57:49

3M ago57:49

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Douglas Lain and Benjamin Studebaker discuss the prospects for the US and Canada. Who will win the coming trade war? What is the point of blaming Canada? Story of the Week: Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery" https://fullreads.com/literature/the-lottery/ Support Sublation Media on Patreon https://patreon.com/dietsoap…

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