
Michael Rectenwald
Retired NYU professor and author of several books, including "Google Archipelago," who shares insights on woke capitalism and the suppression of dissenting voices.
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Sep 21, 2019 • 31min
Ep. 1497 Google Archipelago: The Digital Gulag and the Simulation of Freedom
Michael Rectenwald, a retired NYU professor and author of "Google Archipelago," discusses the alarming rise of woke capitalism and big tech's role in suppressing dissent. He draws parallels between historical gulags and modern surveillance, highlighting authoritarian trends in smart cities. The conversation dives into the dangers of herd mentality and the monopolization of social media, as well as the evolution of leftist ideologies over the decades, offering a critical view on the complexities of political beliefs among youth.

Aug 20, 2024 • 1h 31min
235. The Google Archipelago with Michael Rectenwald
Michael Rectenwald, a former Marxist professor turned libertarian, dives deep into his transformation and critiques of ideologies in this engaging talk. He shares insights on the authoritarianism lurking within academia and the implications of surveillance technology. His reflections on economic calculation highlight the failures of Marxism while advocating for individual freedom and property rights. Rectenwald also dissects how ideological coding within Big Tech mirrors historical systems, raising concerns about modern censorship and control.

Sep 28, 2023 • 1h 33min
Ep 308 Michael Rectenwald: We are running out of time
Michael Rectenwald, LP presidential candidate, joins the host to discuss topics such as frustration with polished politicians, the globalist agenda, totalitarianism in global governance, globalist influence and its threats, immigration and the global agenda, health insurance issues and the impact of immigration on politics, perception of immigration and unconscious Marxism, reluctance, loss, and frustration, and the motivations behind the Ukraine crisis.