

Malcolm Harris
Philadelphia-based writer and author of What's Left and Palo Alto, who provides analysis on left strategy, climate politics, and critiques of capitalism during the episode.
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Apr 1, 2025 • 1h 49min
400. Well, Somebody Has to Do Something! (ft. Malcolm Harris)
Malcolm Harris, author of *What’s Left: Three Paths Through the Planetary Crisis*, shares his insights on navigating today's crises. He discusses three frameworks: marketcraft, public power, and communism to confront pressing challenges. Harris critiques the current liberal approaches, emphasizing technology's complex role in capitalism and ecological concerns. He argues for a transformative shift towards sustainability and community engagement, challenging the outdated notions of abundance while advocating for proactive collective action.

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May 28, 2025 • 1h 9min
How to save the world, with Malcolm Harris
Malcolm Harris, a writer and progressive thinker known for his book 'What's Left: Three Paths Through the Planetary Crisis', dives into urgent strategies to tackle the climate crisis. He outlines three leftist approaches: marketcraft, public power, and communism, advocating for their simultaneous use. Harris critiques mainstream ideas like 'Abundance' for neglecting class politics, and questions the future of political opposition amid escalating environmental challenges. The conversation emphasizes unity within diverse movements for effective action.

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May 20, 2025 • 53min
Malcolm Harris on the Radical, Liberating Possibilities of Realism
Malcolm Harris, journalist and author of "What's Left: Three Paths Through the Planetary Crisis," joins to delve into the urgent complexities of the climate crisis. He advocates for addressing issues at scale, emphasizing community resilience and collective action. Harris critiques the interplay between class dynamics and climate change, proposing that solutions must tackle systemic inequalities. Engaging in a candid dialogue, he explores the importance of realistic optimism and the potential for grassroots movements to inspire significant change.

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Nov 29, 2025 • 1h 55min
Dig: What’s Left w/ Malcolm Harris
Malcolm Harris, a Philadelphia writer and author of "What's Left" and "Palo Alto," discusses the need for the Left to embrace a multi-faceted strategy in addressing planetary crises. He critiques capitalist structures, explaining how they drive ecological degradation. Harris advocates for 'public power' over mere market tinkering, emphasizing social provisioning and ethical considerations. He highlights the role of indigenous movements in anti-extraction efforts and calls for coordinated strategies to navigate contemporary challenges.

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Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 58min
Actual Abundance w/ Isabella Weber, Malcolm Harris, Paul Williams
Isabella Weber, a professor of economics, dives into political debates surrounding affordable housing and green energy, emphasizing urgent public welfare needs. Author Malcolm Harris critiques the tension between progressive populism and neoliberalism, while Paul Williams discusses the role of housing finance agencies in addressing affordability. Together, they explore how the concept of abundance can reshape political strategy and community engagement, pushing for critical dialogue over mere adjustments in policy.


