Bad Faith

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock this episode and our entire premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast Last year Annelle Sheline resigned from Biden's State Department in protest of the administration's support for Israel's genocide in Gaza. She returns to Bad Faith podcast to provide new insight into how the State Department routinely deprioritized or flat out ignored reports about human rights abuses so that it would not have to contend with domestic laws prohibiting weapons sales to countries that failed to meet human rights standards. In her new piece for the Quincy Institute she breaks down the mythology around America's role as global peacekeeper, and exposes how weapons sales drive US foreign policy. Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod).

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock our full premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast Civil rights lawyer and social justice advocate Alec Karatkatsanis returns to Bad Faith to talk about his new book Copaganda: How Police & The Media Manipulate Our News. Alec zeroes in on the liberal media and political sphere to explain the establishment left's role in pushing the mythologies that fund the police, defund social services, and make the world less safe. Alec responds to growing pro-police arguments on the left, in particular the claim that the left needs to take crime more seriously if we want to win. Is Ana Kasparian right? Or does funding the police have no relationship to public safety? Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod). Produced by Armand Aviram. Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands).

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock this episode and our entire premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast National Co-Director of feminist anti-war group Code Pink Danaka Katovitch joins Bad Faith to discuss Sen. Tom Cotton's attacks on their group and Sen. Jim Banks' allegation that Code Pink is in violation of the Foreign Agents Registration Act. Since October 7th, establishment politicians have been cracking down on protests. In the wake of April 5th's huge anti-Trump protests, we ask, what is the future of civil disobedience and direct action? Are they effective politcal tools, or just outlets for the managed release of public discontent? Does Code Pink have insights and/or strategies to maximize this moment? Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod).

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock our full premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast Leftist economist Fadhel Kaboub returns to Bad Faith to deepen last week's conversation on Tariffs following "Orange Monday." He assesses Elon's discovery of "magic money machines" -- confirming that the government doesn't need to tax to spend, and breaks down what Democrats should (but won't) say to exploit mass frustration with Trump's economic policy. Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod). Produced by Armand Aviram. Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands).

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock this episode and our entire premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast In a conversation that's immediately so rich Briahna forgets to introduce him, preeminent Gaza scholar, author, and professor Norman Finkelstein addresses how the crusade against wokeness is being weaponized by some, like Columbia Professor John McWhorter, to justify pro-Zionist free speech crackdowns on campus, and whether left-critics of woke excesses have any responsibility to adjust their critiques as a response. He also debates the utility of the term "Zionism" versus "Jewish Supremacy," and offers Brie a hilarious bit of dating advice. It's a sprawling, intimate conversation you wont want to miss. Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod).

Lori Wallach, Director of Rethink Trade and trade policy expert, brings her insights on tariffs and their impact on labor. She delves into how Trump's tariff policies, driven by victimization rather than strategy, can support American workers and rectify trade imbalances. Wallach critiques ineffective approaches to combat the fentanyl crisis via tariffs and highlights the urgent need for comprehensive policies to bolster domestic manufacturing. Additionally, she explores the complex relationship between U.S.-China trade and environmental concerns, advocating for higher standards.

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock this episode and our entire premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast Friend of the show and People's Policy Project wonk Matt Bruenig returns to Bad Faith to give the insider perspective on the lawsuits against health tech CEO Bryan Johnson. You may know Johnson as the guy who used his kid as a "blood bag" (i.e., injected himself with his son's plasma) and who goes to great lengths to "live forever." As it turns out, he has also gone to great lengths to prevent his employees from talking about the hostile work environment they allegedly worked under. Matt represents several former employees in their labor lawsuit contesting the confidentiality agreements they were made to sign. Come for tech guru gossip, stay for some preliminary thoughts on the Abundance discourse that has recently taken over left media. Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod). Produced by Armand Aviram. Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands).

Kit Klarenberg, Chief Investigator at Greyzone UK and co-founder of Active Measures, dives into the intricacies of the Ukraine-Russia war and its media portrayal. He shares insights on the authoritarian erosion of free speech in the UK, stemming from his own experiences as a journalist. The conversation also critiques U.S. involvement in Ukraine, questioning whether it encourages genuine resistance or manipulates the dynamics. Klarenberg calls for independent journalism and civil liberties protection as crucial for understanding and addressing these global crises.

Former U.N. official Craig Mokhiber discusses the alarming situation in Gaza, including the catastrophic impacts of renewed Israeli strikes. The podcast critiques the role of international law and the potential need for reform in the U.N., especially regarding American influence. There's a focus on the disturbing use of sexual violence and the broader implications of humanitarian aid policies. The conversation ultimately argues for the necessity of a robust human rights framework, despite challenges in enforcement.

Jordan Chariton, founder of Status Coup and author of "We the Poisoned," dives deep into the Flint water crisis, revealing its heartbreaking effects on families and communities. He connects Trump’s fascination with Canada to water scarcity, highlighting the looming geopolitical conflicts over this precious resource. The conversation critiques the systemic failures and corporate negligence that exacerbate environmental issues, while emphasizing the crucial role of independent journalism in uncovering these underreported stories.