Flowers for Marx Symposium, Part 1: Ben Burgis, Conrad Hamilton, and Ernesto Vargas
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a book of Marxist theory so controversial that publishers back out after initially accept...
Why Your Stories Matter More Than Technology Ever Will with William "Bill" Welser
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if our personal stories are more valuable than we realize? In this thought-provoking conversati...
Gothic Capitalism and the Fate of Radical Art with Adam Turl
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when artistic rebellion becomes just another commodity? In this thought-provoking conve...
Financial Literacy: The Missing Piece in Social Justice with Courtney Teasley
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Money isn't just about personal comfort—it's the foundation of sustainable social change...
Buddha Didn't Want You to Quit Thinking with W. Tom Pepper
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Journey into the often-overlooked intersection of Buddhism and critical theory with Tom Pepper, auth...
Rereading Lenin: Context, Chronology, and Revolutionary Change with Alexander Herbert
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you read Lenin completely, chronologically, and in context? You discover a thinker...
Signs, Symbols, and Silicon: How AI Changes Our Understanding of Thought with Nicolas D. Villarreal
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes human thought distinctive, and can machines ever truly think like us? In this profound co...
Evolution's Grip on American Politics with Dr. Melvyn Lurie
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if our bitter political divisions aren't just about policy differences but reflect ancient...
The Rise of Caudillo Politics in America with Calixto Lopez
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explore how American politics has increasingly embraced Bonapartist and Caudillo elements, transf...
Dollar Dominance in a Fragile World with Emmanuel Daniel
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the world's reserve currency faces a crisis of confidence, yet alternatives r...
The Revolution in Democracy: Marxist Unity Group's Vision for DSA
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does a truly democratic American future require? The Marxist Unity Group believes nothing short...
Taming the Wild: The Complex Story of Animal Domestication with Joy
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The domestication of plants and animals represents one of the most profound transformations in our s...
Liberal Socialism and the Challenge of Right-Wing Politics with Matt McManus
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Matthew McManus joins us to explore liberal socialism, the right's evolution, and the...
From Dawn To Decadence, part 4: Aufheben's Decline of Theory
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Capitalism's crisis theories reveal more about leftist political failures than economic reality...
The Poetry of Diasporic Memory with Ben Meyerson
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flamenco's haunting rhythms carry centuries of suppressed memories—the echoes of Spain's...
End of Liberal Dreams with Nicolas Villarreal
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The foundations of modern liberal democracy weren't forged in the ideals of freedom and equalit...
Marx's American Journey with Andrew Hartman
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
America's hidden Marxist history reveals a country where radical ideas took root in ways we&apo...
The Angels and the Poets: Rilke, Celan, and DA Levy with Alexander Benedict
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when we trace the unexpected influences between seemingly unrelated poetic traditions? ...
The Fascist Foundations of Heideggerian Thought: A Marxist Critique with Colin Bodayle
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century wasn't just a N...
The Echoes of General Boulanger: When Leftists Flirt With Right-Wing Populism with Donald Parkinson
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As normie conservatives casually throw around terms like "Bonapartist" to describe Trump&a...
Ethics Unbound: Marx's Revolutionary Framework with Vanessa Wills
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Vanessa Wills takes us on an intellectual journey through the heart of Marx's ethical visio...
Breaking Constitutional Boundaries with Elijah Emery
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
America's constitutional foundation is buckling under the weight of executive fiat, with a pres...
The Dark Side of Jimmy Carter with Robert Buzzanco
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Behind the celebrated image of Jimmy Carter as a Nobel Peace Prize-winning humanitarian lies a presi...
The Journey of Freedom: Unpacking Hegel's Philosophy with Borna Radnik
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The episode explores Hegel's complex understanding of freedom as self-determination and its his...
From Cold War Legacies to Modern Political Challenges with Daniel Bessner
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is U.S. foreign policy under President Biden really different from Trump's approach? Join us as...
Navigating Socialist Strategy and Tensions in the Post-Trump Era with Sudip Bhattacharya
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sudip Bhattacharya joins us to unravel the post-Trump landscape of socialist strategy, wading throug...
From Dawn to Decadence, Part 3: Is Samir Amin's Challenge to Eurocentric Narratives About Decadence?
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the concept of decadence holds the key to understanding our societal and political structure...
Doomscolling Through Fandom to Politics: Unraveling the Digital Influence on Ideologies with Joshua Citarella
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring the intersection of fandom culture and political engagement reveals a new landscape of act...
Cultural Shifts in the Age of Social Media from Art Bell to TikTok with Katherine Dee
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Katherine Dee, the writer behind the "Default Blog" on Substack, joins us to explore the u...
Liberalism Meets Socialism: Unpacking Their Surprising Connections with Matt McManus
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We begin a NEW season here at Varn Vlog after 4 years of recording. The episode explores the complex...
The Paradoxical Paths of Noam Chomsky with Dr. Chris Knight
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The episode dives into the complex duality of Noam Chomsky as a linguist and an activist, revealing ...
Constitutional Crossroads: Examining Trump's Impact on American Democracy with Elijah Emery
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the very pillars of American democracy are being shaken right before our eyes? Join me and o...
(New Season) Navigating the Complexities of Poetry: Politics, Language, and Cultural Impact with Bianca Stone
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode navigates the intricate relationship between poetry and politics, featuring insights fr...
(300th Episode) Hungry Ghosts in the Capitalist Machine: Unraveling Consumerism, Politics, and Activism with Mike Watson
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The episode dives deep into the connection between capitalism and our digital identities, exploring ...
From Dawn To Decadence, part 2: Samir Amin's Decadence Theory
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the revolutions that shaped our world were never meant to begin in the most advanced nations...
Unraveling Legitimacy: Political Narratives and Ideological Shifts with Benjamin Studebaker
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Benjamin Studebaker unpacks the complexities of legitimacy and ideology in liberal democracies, reve...
Fragments of Unity: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Leftist Politics with Alex Strekal
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The episode explores the fragmentation of the left in America following the Bernie Sanders phenomeno...
The Death Left?: From Millennial Waves to Modern Challenges in Politics
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Chris Catron as we dissect the evolving dynamics o...
Unpacking Alternative Media, Middle Eastern Politics, and the Complexities of Anti-Imperial Discourse with Djene Bajalan
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Djene Bajalan joins us to unpack the intricate dynamics of alternative media and its influence o...
Digital Lending and Copyright Controversies: Navigating the Future of Libraries with LibraryPunk
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can copyright laws coexist with digital lending in libraries? Join us as librarians Jay and Justin o...
Prolekult Films on Capitalism or Extinction
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is capitalism the true culprit behind our environmental crises?" Join us for a thought-provokin...
From Draper to Balibar: Daniel Tutt on the Dictatorship of the Proletariat
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Philosopher Daniel Tutt is with us, offering a unique lens through which to view the crossroads of p...
Exploring Kierkegaard: Individuality, Existentialism, and Political Ethics with Charles Dashings
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Charles Dashings joins us for a fascinating exploration of the enduring relevance of Søren Kierkega...
Navigating the Crossroads: The Tensions Between Radical Liberalism and Marxism with Jonathan Korman
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a thought-provoking journey as we welcome the insightful Jonathan Korman to explore the ...
Unraveling French Philosophy: Influences and Challenges with Jon Repetti
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a thought-provoking exploration into the intricate world of French philosophy and its si...
The Paradox of American Politics: Navigating The Current Malaise with Benjamin Studebaker
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Benjamin Studebaker joins us to dissect the paradox of American politics, where the stakes are monum...
The Spectre of Alternative Politics: Libertarian Dreams to Modern Alliances with Alex Strekal
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are modern political ideologies simply a remix of old ideas, or are we witnessing a seismic shift in...
Eco-Leninism and Degrowth: Reimagining Sustainability with Nicolas D. Villareal
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eco-Leninism, degrowth, and sustainability solutions all come under the spotlight as we welcome the ...
Exploring Meta-Ethics and Hope in Leftist Politics: A Deep Dive into Moral Intuitions and Philosophical Traditions
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about the moral underpinnings of leftist politics? Join us as we sit down with Devin Gouré ...
Reimagining Economic Systems: The Role of Design in Democratic Planning with Eric Meier
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can art and design reshape the future of our economic systems? Join us for a compelling conversation...
Reimagining Democracy: A Critical Analysis of America's Constitutional Framework with Lucas de Hart and Luke Pickerel
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the very framework meant to safeguard democracy is actually undermining it? Lucas de Hart an...
Navigating Progressive Politics in Nevada with Zee Cohen-Sanchez
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Note: This was recorded in September during the early parts of the Harris campaign, some characteriz...
From Dawn To Decadence, part 1: Cultural Shifts and Economic Myths
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if modern society is hurtling towards decadence just like the Roman Empire, yet we remain bliss...
Rethinking Sweatshops: Labor Exploitation from the Industrial Revolution to the Gig Economy
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ridhiman Balaji offers a profound examination of sweatshops and labor exploitation, challenging us t...
Unpacking the Failures of the Millennial Left: A Conversation with Alex Hochuli
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could the millennial left's political failures be traced back to a misalignment with historical...
Marx, De-Growth, and Climate Crisis: A Critical Analysis with Lee Phillips and Matt Huber
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can Marx help us navigate the climate crisis, or is de-growth socialism the answer? Join us for an i...
Evolution of Privilege: From the French Revolution to Modern Social Justice with Stephan Bertram-Lee
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how the concept of privilege has evolved from the French Revolution to modern...
Unpacking the 2024 Election: Harris's Strategies, Right-Wing Sympathies, and Geopolitical Ramifications
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does the 2024 U.S. presidential election mean for the future of American politics? Join us as E...
State Power and Revolutionary Tactics: Unpacking Anarchist Theory with Zoe Baker
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered if the state really just serves capitalist interests? Zoe Baker, a libertarian sociali...
Unraveling the Esoteric Threads: Exploring Marx, Hegel, and Modernity with Dr. Justin Sledge
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do Hegel, Marx, and esoteric traditions have in common? Join us for an enlightening episode fea...
Realities of Modern Socialism: A Critical Exploration of Sam Gindin's 'Socialism for Realists'
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is modern socialism merely a revenge fantasy against historical colonizers? Join Elijah Emery and C....
Living in the Darkest Timeline: A Conversation with Bram Gieben
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if our apocalyptic narratives are actually masking the true dystopia we live in today? Join us ...
Unpacking the Southern Roots and Impact of Neoliberalism: A Discussion with Connor Harney
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can neoliberalism be truly understood without examining its Southern roots? In this episode, Marxist...
Boundless and Bottomless (Bonus): Putin Vs. Putin by Aleksandr Dugin with Donald Parkinson
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the complex world of geopolitics as we engage in a provocative dialogue with Donald Parkin...
Thompson vs Althusser: A Legacy of Revolutionary Ideas
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
E.P. Thompson versus Louis Althusser—what if their debate reshaped our understanding of Marxist th...
From Bern-Out to Burn out With Jules Taylor
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What complexities lie beneath the recent shifts in the U.S. left? Join us on Varn Vlog as we sit dow...
Living in Today’s Dystopia: Unpacking Apocalyptic Realities, Water Security, and Transhumanism
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the apocalypse is already here, but we're too busy imagining zombies and nuclear winter...
The Enduring Legacy of Loren Goldner: Left Communism, Marxism, and Cultural Critiques
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the horizon of the workers' movement has truly ended? On this thought-provoking episode...
The Many, Many Deaths of the Millennial Left with Alex Gendler
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is the millennial left crumbling under its own weight, or is it poised for a groundbreaking resurgen...
Moving Beyond the Debates On the Professional Managerial Class with Foppe De Haan
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about how the Professional Managerial Class (PMC) fits into today's leftist strategy de...
Historical Contexts in Modern Reporting: Joe Payne on Chumash War and California's Complex Dynamics
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can local journalism survive in an age dominated by tech giants and algorithm-driven content? Join u...
Exploring Leftist Stability, Political Trends, and Global Conflicts: A Deep Dive with Amogh Sahu
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why smaller Marxist groups are financially stable while larger organizations like the ...
Revolutionary Pessimism: A Deep Dive into Marxist Theory
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chirs and Jason of the regrettable century return. Is revolutionary optimism just delusional wishf...
(Bonus) Boundless and Bottomless Seas : Unpacking Dugin's Influence and Global Political Dynamics with Jules Taylor
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This audio episode is available on the youtube channel and was made available to patrons a month ago...
Transforming the Global Working Class: Economic Evolution and the Communist Perspective with Phil Neel
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the fate of the global working class through the expert lens of communist geographer Field ...
Deciphering Economic Growth: Interest Rates and Modern Monetary Theory with Warren Mosler
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncover the surprising consequences of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions with Warre...
The Pulse of a Movement: Insights from the 2024 Labor Notes Conference
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a journey to the heart of labor's battleground with Kellen Gildersleeve and Nurse Joh...
Traversing Ideologies: American Politics, Secularism, and Historical Thought with Justin Clark
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join the intellectual odyssey with our guest, Justin Clark, public historian and director of digital...
Rethinking Social Equity Through the Lens of Historical Materialism with Ridhiman Balaji
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on an intellectual exploration with Ridhiamn Balaji, whose insights into the welfare state an...
Decoding the Transformation of Leftist Thought: An In-Depth Analysis with Amogh Sahu
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on an intellectual odyssey with us and our esteemed guest, Amogh Sahu, a formidable doctoral ...
Shattering Myths The Other Side of Ukraine's Conflict with Dr. Ivan Katchanovski
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Uncover the hidden narratives of the Euromaidan massacre with Dr.Ivan Katchanovski, a political scie...
Ralf Ruckus Explores China's Political Left
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a captivating journey with Ralf Ruckus, esteemed author and co-founder of the Gong Chao Co...
Unearthing Eco-Socialism: Dr. John Bellamy Foster on Marxism, the Metabolic Rift, and a Sustainable Future
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join the profound journey into the heart of eco-socialism with Dr. John Bellamy Foster, a guiding vo...
Voices of Change: Palestinian Solidarity and the Uncommitted Campaign
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we wade through the turbulent waters of political advocacy, our latest episode brings to the fore...
Dissecting the Common Good: Elijah Emery on the work of Michael Sandel, Part 2
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder what binds our society together in the pursuit of something greater than ourselve...
Dissecting Meritocracy: Elijah Emery on the Work of Michael Sandel, Part 1
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare to have your views on meritocracy and society's fairness fundamentally challenged as El...
Unveiling the Tapestry of Early American Print Culture: A Critique of Techno-Optimism with Dr. Michael Baysa
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a historical odyssey with us as we host Michael Baysa, postdoctoral history scholar from W...
Redefining Relationships with Our Planet: Indigeneity, Climate, Land, and Economics with K. Malulani Castro
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a journey through the complex landscape where climate economics meets indigenous sovereign...
Democratic Socialists in a Post-Occupy World with Kevin of Regrettable Century
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Journey with us as we sit down with Kevin from the Regrettable Century podcast to dissect the fabric...
Mane Events: How Horses Shaped Human Culture
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a historical gallop with Joy of Zoognosis with Joy and Mimbres School, as she guides us th...
Exploring the Nexus of Anarchism and Marxism with Dr. Wayne Price
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on an intellectual exploration of the radical left with our scholar, Dr. Wayne Price, as we u...
Exploring Christian Personalism's Alignment with Leftist Thought with Julian Assele
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on an intellectual expedition as we welcome Julian Assele to the podcast, guiding us through ...
Exploring the Depths of Human-Nature Relationships with Jules Delisle
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like ecological thinking is being misunderstood, or worse, misrepresented? Join me ...
Unveiling Class Politics and Economic Policy with Nicolas D Villarreal
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the forces behind the economic curtain as Nicolas D Villarreal and I tackle the pressing is...
Shiloh Logan on the Entanglement of Religion and Politics in the Legacy of Ezra Taft Benson
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a historical journey with Shiloh Logan, a PhD student with a keen eye for the interwoven t...
Unraveling the Persistent Crisis of American Democracy with Benjamin Studebaker
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the inner workings of American democracy as we traverse its complex relationship with capit...
Celebrating the Global Socialist Vision of Michael Brooks
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join the conversation as we honor the extraordinary Michael Brooks, with guest Dr. Matthew McManus, ...
Rethinking Environmental Narratives: The Untold Successes and Challenges of Socialist Regimes with Salvatore Engel-Di Mauro
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare to have your views on environmental management within socialist regimes challenged as Dr. Sa...
Dissecting the Layers of Race, Privilege, and Class with Jared K Clemons
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the intricate intersections of race, privilege, and class politics through the lens of Dr. ...
From Marx to the Modern Eco-Crisis Navigating the Sustainability Debate with Matt Huber
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Navigate the fragmented yet fervent world of eco-socialism with us and our returning guest, Matt Hub...