Leigh Claire La Berge
Associate professor at CUNY BMCC and author of Fake Work: How I Began to Suspect Capitalism is a Joke. Her work examines the intersection of finance and culture.
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May 14, 2025 • 1h 18min
Solidarity & Speculation
Yanis Varoufakis, a Greek economist and politician, joins Leigh Claire La Berge, an author and CUNY professor, to explore crucial themes of technofeudalism and speculation. They discuss how political economy intersects with aesthetics and the importance of solidarity in addressing societal insecurities. The conversation dives into the Panic of 1873 as a historical model, critiques Silicon Valley's speculative nature, and reflects on the role of vulnerability in collective action. Expect sharp insights on the complexities of capitalism!
Jan 5, 2024 • 37min
Leigh Claire La Berge, "Marx for Cats: A Radical Bestiary" (Duke UP, 2023)
Leigh Claire La Berge, author of Marx for Cats: A Radical Bestiary, discusses how cats have been central to Marxist economic critique throughout history, exploring their symbolism, presence in cultural productions, and role in inspiring a new political imagination.
Dec 1, 2023 • 53min
Behind the News: Marx for Cats w/ Leigh Claire La Berge
Leigh Claire La Berge, author of Marx for Cats, talks about the human-feline relationship. Michael Zweig discusses understanding capitalism and transforming it. Topics include the historical significance of cats, power dynamics between working and middle class, and the role of religion in progressive politics.
