Brett O'Shea

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.