
Scheer Intelligence
Scheer Intelligence features thoughtful and provocative conversations with "American Originals" -- people who, through a lifetime of engagement with political issues, offer unique and often surprising perspectives on the day's most important issues.
Latest episodes

May 4, 2018 • 31min
Betsy West and Julie Cohen: RBG
The documentary filmmakers discuss their film “RBG” on the life and career of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Apr 27, 2018 • 32min
Kenneth A. Carlson: The Heart of Nuba
The documentary filmmaker discusses his new film about a heroic doctor in the Nuba Mountains of Sudan.

Apr 20, 2018 • 31min
John Densmore: The Legacy of The Doors
The drummer for The Doors discusses being in the iconic band and staying true to his beliefs.

Apr 13, 2018 • 32min
Norman G. Finkelstein: Martyrs in Gaza
The author discusses his new book about the plight of Palestinians in Gaza.

Apr 6, 2018 • 34min
John Kiriakou: The Wrong Direction for the CIA
On his return visit to the podcast, the former CIA counterterrorism official and whistleblower discusses his opposition to the nominee for the head of the agency.

Mar 30, 2018 • 32min
Dwayne Booth: And Then The World Blew Up
The political cartoonist known as Mr. Fish discusses the history of his art form and the struggle to keep the industry alive.

Mar 23, 2018 • 32min
Dissent is Patriotic
Short Description: The active duty Army Officer discusses his time as a soldier and his critical views on the US Military.

Mar 16, 2018 • 32min
Greg Campbell: Hondros
The journalist and filmmaker discusses his documentary about the late photojournalist Chris Hondros.

Mar 9, 2018 • 32min
Alice Waters: Coming to My Senses (Part 2)
The legendary chef and proponent of the slow food movement discusses her iconic Berkeley restaurant and her involvement in the Edible Schoolyard Project.

Mar 1, 2018 • 29min
Alice Waters: Coming to My Senses (Part 1)
The legendary chef and proponent of the slow food movement discusses her influences and her newest book.