Alison Escalante

Co-host of Red Menace, a podcast that explains and analyzes revolutionary theory and then applies its lessons to our contemporary conditions. She is also skilled in historical materialist analysis.

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May 30, 2025 • 2h 9min

[BEST OF] Imperialism: The Highest Stage of Capitalism (Upstream)

Brett O'Shea and Alison Escalante, co-hosts of the Red Menace podcast, dive into the intricate connections between capitalism, imperialism, and monopoly. They unpack Lenin's seminal work, highlighting how capitalism inevitably evolves into an imperialist stage. The discussion reveals the state's evolving role in protecting elite interests and critiques the misconceptions surrounding monopoly capitalism. Their insights emphasize the necessity of international solidarity among workers in resisting capitalist exploitation and navigating the challenges of contemporary imperialism.

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