America This Week

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.racket.newsWalter and Matt on another hilarious propaganda scare and few chuckles over Jake Tapper's "Original Sin." Plus, the thrilling end of "The Quiet American," by Graham Greene.

After a two-week hiatus, the Monday livestream of America This Week returned at 4:00 PM ET, Monday, instead of the previous campaign-inspired evening schedule. With Harvard University at the center of the news cycle, it’s a lucky accident Walter and I chose Graham Greene’s The Quiet American as our first novel to discuss. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.racket.news/subscribe

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.racket.newsMark Zuckerberg's proposed solution to the loneliness problem heralds a new era in data collection. Plus "Time Enough at Last," by Lynn Venable

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Explore the complex world of tariffs and their political implications, with Bernie Sanders pivoting the debate on trade. Delve into the frustrations over sudden tariff changes and the growing power of the billionaire class in American politics. Reflect on how historical experiences shape current dialogues and the pressing need for global cooperation on issues like climate change. Finally, examine the absurdity of political behavior and the quest for acceptance in a chaotic landscape.

The hosts humorously tackle digital tools while highlighting serious economic concerns, particularly pension issues. They delve into market volatility linked to recent tariffs and the psychological factors at play. Discussions on trade policies reveal the impacts of robotics on labor and American workers. The urgency of 'hands off protests' is explored, emphasizing community responses to immigration enforcement. Lastly, the critique of America's welfare systems reveals the pressing need for reform amid today’s economic landscape.

Left and right populism almost came together many times to oppose globalization. Now that Trump's "reciprocal tariffs" are here, minds have changed. Why? Also "The Pedestrian," by Ray Bradbury This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.racket.news/subscribe

Dive into the confusion surrounding AI's influence on our perception of reality and the challenges of uncovering truth in media. Explore political gaffes, candidacy hints, and the media's portrayal of these events. Examine Marine Le Pen's legal issues and the contrasting political landscapes of France and the U.S. The podcast tackles the complexities of U.S.-Ukraine military dynamics, ethical dilemmas of distant commands, and critiques the absurdity in military strategies. Finally, challenge mainstream media narratives while navigating escalating geopolitical tensions.