Ross Barkan
Contributor to The Nation and author of "The Prince: Andrew Cuomo, Coronavirus, and the Fall of New York."
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Jul 1, 2021 • 1h 7min
7/1/21: Bill Cosby Injustice, Nina Turner Campaign, Trump Organization Indictments, NSA Spying, Media Bloodbath, Billionaire Armies, NYC Mayoral Election, and More!
Guest Ross Barkan, author of "The Prince: Andrew Cuomo, the Coronavirus, and the Fall of New York," dives into key political topics. He explores the repercussions of Bill Cosby's overturned conviction on the Me Too movement and society's approach to justice. Barkan discusses Nina Turner's progressive campaign and the pushback from establishment figures. The conversation also covers legal challenges facing the Trump Organization and the troubling implications of NSA surveillance. Lastly, he highlights the chaotic NYC mayoral race and the growing influence of billionaires on democracy.
Jun 22, 2021 • 1h 19min
6/22/21: American Airlines, Amazon Destruction, Supreme Court Rulings, Barstool Conservatives, and More!
Ross Barkan, a contributor to The Nation and author of 'The Prince,' joins the discussion to dissect the controversies surrounding leadership in New York during COVID. They dive into the impact of corporate practices, spotlighting Amazon's wasteful item destruction. The conversation extends to the Supreme Court's favoritism towards corporations, particularly its rulings affecting NCAA athletes and legal accountability. They also analyze the emerging populist conservatism in America and its implications for the NYC mayoral race, showcasing a significant political evolution.
