Millennial Review
329 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 118 ratingsThe Millennial Review Politics Podcast: A look at politics from the perspective of the most indebted and disenfranchised generation in American history.
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School is Starting and COVID is Spreading
July 28, 2020 06:30 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn this episode Justin discusses the ongoing COVID death cult and capitalism's need to sacrifice children for economic growth heading into the new school year. He ties that into the crack down on protest we're seeing from the federal government in cities all across the country, but specifically the activity we've seen in cities like Portland. Doing his best to tie both trends to capitalism and each other as he goes. To support the show and all we do join us on patreon at patreon.com/Millen...
TEASER: The Battle for Bolivia
July 24, 2020 01:20 - 7 minutes - 6.57 MBJoin us on Patreon to get the rest of this episode and hours of bonus content. patreon.com/millennialreview
RIP Michael Brooks
July 22, 2020 01:07 - 1 hour - 79.3 MBWe discuss Michael Brooks' death and how he influenced us. We then discuss fascism in Portland and the stimulus negotiations.
Economics: A Primer
July 21, 2020 04:04 - 1 hour - 81 MBTrevor gives a rundown of economics for leftists. Leave us a 5-star review and join us on Patreon at patreon.com/millennialreview
TEASER: It's All Native Land, Always Has Been
July 16, 2020 21:35 - 6 minutes - 7.17 MBIn this episode Justin discusses the recent Supreme Court decision McGirt v. Oklahoma. The case upheld the treaty rights of five tribes and grants them control of the treaty lands granted to them in 1866, which includes almost all of present day Eastern Oklahoma, including Tulsa. Get access to this episode and the entire patron-only back catalog by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
How Power Works
July 14, 2020 23:25 - 1 hour - 103 MBWe talk about the disastrous COVID response and its long term consequences, the bad faith cancel culture debate, the Bernie-Biden commission, Wayfair, and lies used to keep us engaged in forever war in the Middle East. Join us on Patreon to get access to bonus episodes and our Patron community at patreon.com/millennialreview
The Rise of the Alt-Right (Part 3)
July 12, 2020 05:05 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBThe final episode tracking the rise of the alt-right, from Ruby Ridge to Charlottesville. Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/millennialreview!
The Rise of the Alt-Right (Parts 1 through 2.5)
July 11, 2020 17:45 - 3 hours - 202 MBPart 3 coming tomorrow! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/millennialreview
Dumby Dave Rubin's Battle of Ideas
July 08, 2020 22:13 - 1 hour - 126 MBWe could not find a lighter to burn Dave Rubin's book with so we decided to just read it instead. Spoiler: It's bad!
Decolonize the United States
July 04, 2020 22:11 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this episode Justin and Zack discuss the 4th of July, whether you should celebrate it at all and what exactly it represents. Then they discuss Trump's speech in the Sioux Nation's sacred lands in the Black Hills and the entire white supremacist conception of history it espoused. Then they wrap up the episode with a discussion of how to best combat that conception of history. Donate to the Black Hills Bail and Legal Defense Fund.
Obama Abandoned You
July 02, 2020 01:10 - 1 hour - 128 MBThe definitive takedown of Barack Obama. Share far and wide!
Slavery Never Ended
June 29, 2020 22:51 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBTrevor discusses how black men were, literally, reenslaved following the end of the Civil War, how a brutal system of policing rose up to destroy the independence of black life, and how we're living with the consequences to this day.
Don't Let the Far-Right Win
June 27, 2020 17:15 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBWe discuss far-right governance, including the failures of its response to COVID, and how the far-right is trying to cement its powers through media figures like Tucker Carlson and institutional mechanisms like the Supreme Court.
Debating Police Abolition
June 20, 2020 21:14 - 2 hours - 138 MBWe discuss the COVID death cult, how police lie, progressive grifters, and debate what police abolition means as a slogan and a movement.
A Better World is Possible
June 15, 2020 06:33 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this episode Justin discusses the ongoing protests, the discussion around defunding the police, versus police reform, versus abolition, why politicians like Bernie Sanders are inadequate and failing us, and finally the Capital Hill Autonomous Zone and proof that a radical new world might be possible. Join us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
Solidarity Uprising
June 04, 2020 22:55 - 58 minutes - 65.5 MBTrevor talks about the riots and the opportunity they afford us; an opportunity for an activated politics to challenge the system through the intersection of race and class.
Riots Work and Looting is Okay
June 04, 2020 05:32 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this episode Justin discusses the state of the world and the various uprisings inspired by the murder of George Floyd. He ponders the difference between "property damage" and "violence" and whether or not looting hurts the cause. Then he dissects how fascists are seizing on this moment. Support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview
Black Lives Don't Matter
May 29, 2020 21:21 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBWe discuss how black lives don't matter to the state; how racism is deeply woven into our institutions from the murdering of George Floyd, to 7 protestors shot in Louisville, to Amy Cooper trying to get a man killed, to our white nationalist president.
UNLOCKED: Leftist Philosophy Immanuel Kant
May 28, 2020 19:07 - 1 hour - 80.5 MBIn this episode we talk about arguably the most important philosopher in modern history, Immanuel Kant. We cover his epistemology (how we can claim to know what we know), his ethical system, and his surprising view of international politics.
Worker Ownership
May 24, 2020 18:45 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBIn this episode Justin and Trevor discuss worker ownership and the gig economy. Is it possible to create platform cooperatives that hand apps like Uber, Lyft, and others, over to the workers? Then the episode is rounded out with a discussion of the budding Cold War with China pushed by the likes of Steve Bannon, Tucker Carlson, and Donald Trump. If you want to support the show join us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
UNLOCKED: Breaking Bad and Dialectics
May 19, 2020 10:36 - 56 minutes - 64.2 MBIn this Patreon-only episode, Trevor has a free-ranging meditation on existentialism and politics through the lens of Breaking Bad and dialectics. Join us on Patreon.
COVID-19, Climate Change, and Medicare for All
May 15, 2020 01:30 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBIn the second episode of our latest two part Q&A Justin and Trevor discuss various topics. Ranging from what hope is there without Bernie Sanders, what does a post-Bernie climate movement look like, what does a post-Bernie healthcare justice movement look like? What are our thoughts on socialist publications like Jacobin and Current Affairs? And much more! Support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
Joe Biden, the Green Party, and Voting in Swing States
May 11, 2020 20:14 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBIn this episode Justin and Trevor take questions from listeners. We discuss whether voting for Joe Biden enshrines an illegitimate system, how you should vote in a swing state, whether you should vote Green Party, and much more. Support the show and join us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
TEASER: Breaking Bad and Dialectics
May 11, 2020 01:02 - 6 minutes - 5.03 MBIn this Patreon-only episode, Trevor has a free-ranging mediation on existentialism and politics through the lens of Breaking Bad and dialectics. Unlock this show and a lot more bonus content by joining us on patreon.
Right Wing and Left Wing Populists Can't Coexist
May 09, 2020 21:18 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBIn this episode Justin and Zack dissect the use of populism as a political strategy by both the right and the left. Mostly how those conceptions differ in unreconcilable ways which maker partnership almost impossible. To support the show join us on patreon at patreon.com/millennialreview.
Elon Musk is Absolutely Awful
May 03, 2020 22:33 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBIn this episode Justin takes down Elon Musk, from his recent musings on stay at home orders being "fascist" to his long career full lucky breaks, labor violations, and rent seeking. All billionaires are bad, but Elon Musk is particularly awful. Support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
Bailout Part 4, Tara Reade Part 2, and COVID In Jails Part 1
April 27, 2020 06:33 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBIn this episode Justin discusses the next round of COVID bailouts, how inadequate they are, and how nice it is to see just a sliver of opposition from the left. He then discusses the new revelations in the Tara Reade accusations against Joe Biden and rounds out the episode with a discussion of the situation regarding COVID in jails and prisons. Support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/millennialreview.
Dying of COVID for Capitalism
April 19, 2020 18:53 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBIn this episode Trevor and Justin discuss their thoughts on conspiracy theories, Bernie Sanders losing leverage on Joe Biden, the Democrats inadequate pandemic healthcare plans, the protests to lift social distancing and open up the economy, and the arguments for or against "Bernie or bust." Support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
If You Want Power You Have To Take It
April 16, 2020 19:16 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBIn this episode Justin discusses Bernie Sanders' endorsement of Joe Biden, what it means for the left, why it's important people like AOC haven't endorsed, and how to best pressure the Biden campaign. He also discusses the recent revelations out of the U.K. regarding Labour Party officials behind the scenes campaign to stop Jeremy Corbyn, what it means in the American context and how it compares to Obama's efforts to stop Bernie. Support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/mil...
The Struggle Continues
April 13, 2020 04:21 - 1 hour - 101 MBBernie drops out, but the struggle continues. We talk about where we go from here, have some fun with PragerU's quarantine houses, discuss Joe Biden's serious allegation, and envision a new language for the left.
COVID Crisis
April 05, 2020 13:37 - 2 hours - 112 MBIn this episode we talk about the fallout from Coronavirus; including 36 million thrown off their health insurance and 32% unemployment. We discuss the failures of the left and what we need to do going forward.
Capitalism is the Virus
March 28, 2020 00:19 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode we talk about Joe Biden's rape allegations, the crisis of Coronavirus capitalism, and the biggest corporate giveaway in U.S. history. Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/millennialreview
Everyone is a Socialist in a Pandemic
March 22, 2020 08:34 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBIn this episode Justin discusses the state of the primary, the coronavirus response so far, specifically how poorly Democrats have handled it, and what it all means for the short term future of American politics. There is also a lot of doom and gloom discussion of the consequences of the pandemic and the budding recession that looks like it could end up a depression. Support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview
The Leftist Response to Coronavirus
March 15, 2020 07:52 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBIn this episode Justin looks at the developing Coronavirus crisis, how it's developed, what the situation looks like globally right now, and how U.S. politicians from Donald Trump to Bernie Sanders have responded. Then he goes beyond Bernie Sanders to look at how a broader left agenda might help fight pandemics and deal with crisis like the one currently unfolding. Support our quarantine content creation endeavors by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
The Revolution Continues
March 11, 2020 22:36 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBIn this episode, Trevor talks about the state of the race, potential future scenarios, and what #NotMeUs actually means. “While there is a lower class, I am in it, while there is a criminal element, I am of it, and while there is a soul in prison, I am not free.” - Eugene V. Debs.
Joe Biden Will Lose to Donald Trump
March 08, 2020 22:02 - 1 hour - 55 MBIn this episode Justin dives into the recent discourse surrounding Joe Biden's cognitive decline, Elizabeth Warren's bit on SNL, what organizing to influence a Joe Biden candidacy looks like, and whether the toxic Bernie Bro narrative is real and hurt the campaign. Help the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
Don't Stop Fighting
March 06, 2020 21:10 - 48 minutes - 56.4 MBIn this episode Trevor talks Elizabeth Warren, Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, and where we go from here.
The Establishment Strikes Back
March 05, 2020 07:29 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBIn this episode Justin breaks down Super Tuesday, what it means going forward, what to be sad about, why to be hopeful, and why Elizabeth Warren should drop out. There's also a lot of discussion of what a Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden race will look like, how Bernie Sanders can win that race, and how Joe Biden could help himself lose. There's a lot to unpack and we cover a lot of ground. If you like the show support us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
Socialism in South Carolina
February 26, 2020 06:29 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBIn this episode Justin dives into the anti-Bernie narratives forming on the eve of the South Carolina primary. Focusing in on the media attacks surrounding Bernie's tepid support of Fidel Castro's Cuba, and how he'll pay for his agenda. Then following those narratives into the South Carolina Democratic debate. If you like the show, consider joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview
The Establishment is Getting Nervous
February 23, 2020 23:55 - 2 hours - 132 MBIn this episode, Justin and Trevor talk about Bernie Sanders string of victories, the state of the primary, MSNBC freakouts, and whether establishment Democrats will bend the knee Join us at Patreon.com/MillennialReview
Democrats Debate, Bloomberg is Destroyed, and Talk of a Contested Convention
February 21, 2020 09:19 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBIn this episode Justin recaps the Nevada Democratic debate, from Elizabeth Warren's takedowns of Mike Bloomberg, to Bernie's talk of socialism and related thought. If you like the show consider joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview
President Bernie Sanders
February 14, 2020 14:49 - 1 hour - 89 MBIn this episode, Trevor talks about what a potential Bernie Sanders presidency would mean both on a policy level and a sociocultural one. He then goes on several rants about the media, the Democratic Party, and bourgeois gaslighters. Join us at patreon.com/MillennialReview
Bernie Sanders Won New Hampshire And He'll Win Nevada Too
February 12, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this edition Justin discusses Bernie Sanders' victory in New Hampshire, what it means for the state of the primary, what the specter of Mike Bloomberg means, and just where things stand generally. Help support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
Bernie Sanders Won Iowa And He'll Win New Hampshire Too
February 07, 2020 09:38 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBIn this edition Justin discusses the Iowa Caucuses, the mess surrounding them, what it means for Bernie Sanders, and the campaign as a whole. Rounded out with a discussion of New Hampshire and what needs to happen for Bernie to continue his momentum. Support the show by joining us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview.
Bernie Sanders Can Really Win This Thing
January 29, 2020 08:52 - 53 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this edition Justin discusses the state of the race before the Iowa Caucus, where Bernie Sanders stands, the potential for a "Never Bernie" movement, Elizabeth Warren, Joe Biden, and Joe Rogan, plus a lot more. If you like the show join us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview
Leftist Philosophy: Jean-Jacques Rousseau
December 26, 2019 14:11 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBWe begin our leftist philosophy series with Jean-Jacques Rousseau. We talk about the value of the enlightenment for the modern left, the inequality created by property rights, and what it means to live in a democracy. Join us Patreon to get the rest of our Leftist Philosophy series at patreon.com/MillennialReview
Dem Debates, Impeachment, and NYT Smears
December 21, 2019 05:05 - 1 hour - 95.1 MBIn this episode, we cover the Democratic debate in depth. Then we talk about the NYT smearing Cenk Uygur, discuss how to think about impeachment, and end with a message of hope for the United Kingdom. Join us on Patreon at Patreon.com/MillennialReview
What is Socialism? (Parts One and Two)
December 17, 2019 04:08 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBIn this two part episode Trevor and Justin both dive into what socialism is, what it means, how to create it, and what a socialist society looks like. There will probably be more "what is socialism" episodes in the future, so even if you listened to these in the past, it's worth another listen. If you want to support the show and all we do join us on patreon at patreon.com/millennialreview
Only Bernie Can Save Us Now
December 13, 2019 02:55 - 57 minutes - 62.9 MBIn this episode, we meditate on the Corbyn loss and what it means for our future. Good news, though: Bernie is going to win! Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview
The Many Problems With Mayor Pete Buttigieg
December 10, 2019 03:58 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBIn this episode Justin takes a closer look at Mayor Pete's short career. From his flip flop on Medicare for All to his problematic tenure as mayor of South Bend Indiana. If you like the show support us on patreon at patreon.com/MillennialReview. Your support makes it all possible and we really appreciate it!