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Ferdia O'Driscoll, a founder of Bright Age and Beyond and co-founder of The International Network for Democratic Economic Planning, dives deep into the nuances of socialist economy planning. He emphasizes the importance of creating a unified vision for socialism and critiques existing models, like market socialism. The conversation explores participatory economics, decentralization versus centralization, and the role of consumer needs in planning. O'Driscoll argues for genuine motivation and democratic processes to enhance productivity in a planned economy.

Plastic Pills, a philosophical YouTuber acclaimed for his creative takes on theory and politics, dives into a rich conversation about the relevance of postmodern neo-Marxism. He and the host discuss the artistry behind video creation and the challenges of conveying complex political theories through online platforms. They critique the disconnect between academic discussions and real-world applications of philosophy, exploring the intricate relationship between major thinkers like Hegel and Derrida while encouraging deeper introspection on identity politics and pluralism.

Join political theorist Benjamin Studebaker, who holds a PhD from Cambridge, as he dives into the complexities of American democracy. He discusses his book on the chronic crisis facing this system, exploring power dynamics, the impact of economic narratives, and the disconnect between political elites and everyday citizens. The conversation also touches on the challenges of labor movements and the evolving role of faith in politics, highlighting the intricate web of societal divides and the meaning of democracy in contemporary life.

F.D Signifier comes on the show to discuss the Kendrick Lamar vs Drake rap beef and his upcoming video on it.  This episode may be a bit of a departure from the usual content you see on the 1Dime Radio podcast as of late, but FD Signifier and I are both hip-hop heads and have admired each other’s work for quite a while now, so this collab has been a long time coming!  Check out FD SIgnifier’s video essays: https://www.youtube.com/@FDSignifire Check out my video essays on the 1Dime channel:   The Culture Industry and The Death of Hip Hop: https://youtu.be/RvOGeaEP_c0?si=yqkRcv9f00Vxrh98 The Politics of Tupac Shakur: https://youtu.be/wV5m_l6c9V8?si=5GoPlkTa-fMtKoX_ Support the show and get access to exclusive podcast episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime Give the show a 5-star rating if you enjoy the pod!

Get access to the Exclusive Backroom Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by Donald Parkinson, chief editor of Cosmonaut Magazine and Member of the Marxist Unity Group. Donald and I discuss the strategy of socialist organizing today in America, Democratic Socialists of America (the DSA), the prospect of starting a new socialist party, and what the Left’s relationship to The Democrats should be. In the backroom podcast on Patreon, we debate the Biden vs Trump election, organizing in red states, MAGA Communism, and whether a Democrat or Republican administration would be worse for Palestine and foreign policy more broadly.  Cosmonaut Magazine: https://cosmonautmag.com Check out the Cosmopod Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z2MBkFWYiU04QTU4R2abZ The Marxist Unity Group: https://www.marxistunity.com The DSA: https://www.dsausa.org Follow Donald on Twitter: https://x.com/donaldp1917 Follow me on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/1DimeOfficial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Read more with Speechify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speechify.com/?source=fb-for-mobile&via=1Dime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support 1Dime on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get extra exclusive content.  Be sure to give 1Dime Radio a 5-star rating if you get value out of these podcasts!

Support the show and get access to exclusive podcast episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by Steve Grumbine, founder of the ⁠RealProgressives⁠ non-profit and host of the ⁠Macro N Cheese⁠ ⁠podcast⁠, a podcast focused on Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and left history. In this episode, we discuss why Universal Basic Services (UBS) is a better policy than Universal Basic Income (UBI). Check out the Macro N Cheese podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@RealProgressives Read more with Speechify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speechify.com/?source=fb-for-mobile&via=1Dime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/1DimeOfficial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support 1Dime on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get extra exclusive content. Be sure to give 1Dime Radio a 5-star rating if you get value out of these podcasts!

Steve Grumbine, founder of RealProgressives and host of Macro N Cheese, discusses the problems with Social Democracy, benefits of learning Marxist theory, and why Universal Basic Services is superior to Universal Basic Income. Topics include MMT, class analysis, and challenges within the Democratic Socialist movement.

Listen to the Part 2 "MAGA Communism" episode in The Backroom exclusive podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by the theorist, writer, and Marxist podcast veteran C. Derick Varn (Who runs the podcast channel "Varn Vlog") to discuss the complicated, bizarre history of certain tendencies on the contemporary Western left, such as neo-Stalinism, Dengism, old and new Maoism, Trotskyism, and "MAGA Communism." We also discuss the history of people on the left shifting to the right, Varn's own political journey from right to left, and his disagreements with different leftist groups like the Platypus Affiliated Society. 0:00 MAGA Communism Episode Sneak Peak 3:18 Guest Introduction 5:30 Varn's Political Journey: From Right to Left1 8:18 Western Trotskyism 29:47 Occupy Movement and Call-Out Culture 38:40 Mark Fisher and the Vampire Castle Debate 53:38 Pete Buttigieg's Marxist Dad 56:29 The Trotskyist to Conservative Pipeline 01:15:53 The Role of the CIA in Academic Marxism01:24:09 Contradictions in Marxism-Leninism 01:35:37 Reflections on the American Revolution Read more with Speechify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speechify.com/?source=fb-for-mobile&via=1Dime⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/1DimeOfficial⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support 1Dime on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ to get extra exclusive content. Be sure to give 1Dime Radio a 5-star rating if you get value out of these podcasts!

Join Chris Cutrone, Marxist intellectual, on a deep dive into the history of Marxism and liberalism, discussing Lenin's views on the state, Kautsky, and Bernstein. They explore concepts like liberal ideology vs capitalism, bourgeois society in crisis, and the evolution of liberalism from historical figures to modern interpretations.

Get access to exclusive podcasts (the backroom) by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/OneDime In this episode of the 1Dime Radio podcast, I am joined by Cadell Last, philosopher and founder of PhilosophyPortal to discuss Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's political philosophy and his famous text on The Philosophy of Right titled “Elements of the Philosophy of Right.” We focus on Hegel’s controversial theory of Freedom, the State, and how it can help us navigate the contemporary political landscape and challenge us to reexamine some of our basic political prejudices. I ask Cadell critical questions regarding Hegel's rather "statist" philosophy. Sign up for Cadell's Course on Hegel's Philosophy of Right (I will be there): https://philosophyportal.online/philosophy-of-right 0:00 Why Hegel? 10:38 The State Guarantees Freedom? 29:00 Hegel’s Theory of Freedom 43:10 Liberal Communism 1:02:38 Mentorship 1:11:18 Hegel’s Project 1:17:07 Marx’s Critique of Hegel 1:22:52 The Real and the Ideal Support 1Dime on Patreon to get extra exclusive content. Be sure to give 1Dime Radio a 5-star rating if you get value out of these podcasts!