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Michael Parenti

Political scientist, historian, and author known for his critiques of capitalism and imperialism.

Top 5 podcasts with Michael Parenti

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Dec 18, 2021 • 1h 38min

Michael Parenti: Male Terrorism & The Political Economy of Sex Oppression

Marxist political analyst and historian Michael Parenti discusses male terrorism, the political economy of sex oppression, and the need for men to contribute to the women's liberation movement. The podcast explores the intersectionality of gender, class, and race oppression, debunks myths about historical beauty standards, examines the pressure on women to conform to idealized beauty, and discusses the commodification of women under capitalism. It also delves into the distortion of women's health statistics and the manipulation of rape cases for propaganda purposes. The podcast concludes with exploring the actions men can take against sexism and discussing the topic of male circumcision in relation to female circumcision.
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Aug 10, 2022 • 1h 15min

Michael Parenti: "Inventing Reality" (1993)

The podcast discusses the myths of a free press, government censorship, and media bias. It explores the influential ties between government, media, and military. The narrative delves into the control of news content by major organizations and the impact of corporate interests on news coverage. Additionally, it critiques the lack of ideological diversity in the media and the manipulation of information in entertainment.
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Apr 30, 2021 • 58min

Michael Parenti: The 1% Pathology and the Myth of Capitalism (2012)

Exploring the dark side of corporate capitalism, capitalist impacts on the environment, and the transition from superstition to enlightenment. Discussing economic changes post-World War II, efficiency in public vs private services, and corporate greed leading to environmental decay.
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Mar 27, 2021 • 1h 24min

Challenging Capitalism: Reading Michael Parenti on Marxism

Exploring Marxism's relevance today, challenging capitalism's impact on society, discussing income inequality, analyzing power dynamics through a Marxist lens, and critiquing systemic issues in capitalism.
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Jan 17, 2021 • 58min

Michael Parenti, “Anti-Sovietism in the Media.” Part 2 of 2

Political scientist and author, Michael Parenti, discusses the detrimental impact of national deficits and high military spending during the Reagan era. He explores the media's role in perpetuating false narratives, Reagan's changing positions in negotiations with the Soviet Union, and the desire for peace and change among the American people. Parenti also discusses the situation of Jews in the Soviet Union, publications challenging stereotypes, and comparisons and misconceptions about the Soviet Union and its leaders.