Novara Media

Journalist Yuan Yang discusses individual lives behind China's growth, political evolution post-Mao, Deng Xiaoping's reforms, authoritarian shift under Xi Jinping, UK's foreign policy towards China, and global perceptions of Chinese soft power.

Economist and author Grace Blakeley challenges notions about free markets and socialism. Discussion includes vulture capitalism, corporate crimes, backdoor bailouts, Boeing scandals, democratic control, and the impact of individualism on collective organizing. Exploring freedom, democratic planning, immigration, and societal constraints

Expert guides on US conservatism, Sam Adler-Bell and Matthew Sitman from Know Your Enemy, discuss the differences between US and UK conservatism, the impact of Trump's presidency, the evolution of conservative factions post-World War II, the intersection of wealth and isolationism in conservative politics, and reassessing the UK-US special relationship post-Brexit. They also analyze the rise of a right-wing special relationship and provide insights on UK and US election predictions.

George Galloway, former MP, discusses his plan to challenge Labour with Workers Party. Topics include Gaza, War on Terror, Israel Lobby influence on UK politics, challenges to gender identity education, religious beliefs in politics, and Workers Party's strategy to shift British politics left.

Authors Aaron Winter and Aurelien Mondon delve into mainstreaming far-right ideas, the dangers of illiberal politics adopting liberal rhetoric, and the need to challenge reactionary narratives. They discuss the normalization of far-right views, the misuse of populism, and building a more progressive democracy by decoupling class inequality from racism.

Activist Tom Harris discusses the rise and fall of the UK's animal rights movement in the '00s, focusing on the failed attempt to shut down vivisection labs. They explore the effects of the war on terror, government intervention, and lessons for other movements.

Author and former child protection lawyer Teresa Thornhill discusses the failures of the system in protecting children. Topics include untrained volunteers deciding children's futures, drug policy impact, and long-lasting effects of austerity. She advocates for socialized child care, holistic support for mothers, and innovative solutions like the F-DAC system. The discussion also covers challenges in the legal system, disparities in salaries, the emotional impact of boarding schools, and navigating child protection challenges during COVID-19.

Cultural critic Sianne Ngai and literary scholar Matthew Beaumont explore Fredric Jameson's work, from postmodernism to Jaws. They recommend starting with 'The Geopolitical Aesthetic'. The podcast delves into the breakdown of time in late capitalist societies and the challenges of cognitive mapping.

Eyal Weizman, Director of Forensic Architecture, discusses Israel's settler colonial project, police killing of Mark Duggan, and reconstructing events like torture prisons. They explore Israeli colonization in Palestine, reflections on architecture in Haifa, forensic architecture investigative work, reconstructing memories of Syrian prisons, real-time investigations in Gaza, and the importance of deep sensitivity as a journalist.

Exploring the roots and manifestations of fascism, with a focus on historical context and modern ideology. Analysis of far-right movements globally and their impact on contemporary politics. Discussion on gender norms, political extremism, and the evolution of punk rock culture. Global perspectives on fascism, eco-apartheid, and the shift from liberalism to authoritarianism in centrism.