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Macro N Cheese

Steven D Grumbine
Modern Monetary Theory
Inflation
Job Guarantee
Marx
Food Sovereignty
Medicare For All
Israel
Gaza
Disability Inclusion
Blockchain Technology
Class Struggle
Globalization
Javier Milei
Climate Justice
Green Colonialism
Palestinian Rights
Humanitarian Crisis
Wall Street
Mass Layoffs
Oil Prices

A podcast that critically examines the working-class struggle through the lens of MMT or Modern Monetary Theory. Host Steve Grumbine, founder of Real Progressives, provides incisive political commentary and showcases grassroots activism. Join us for a robust, unfiltered exploration of economic issues that impact the working class, as we challenge the status quo and prioritize collective well-being... more

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Funding white supremacy is a core, not incidental, function of the modern capitalist state in the U.S. It is also the title of economist Robert B. Williams’ 2025 book, Funding White Supremacy: Federal Wealth Policies and the Modern Racial Wealth Gap.... more

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We’ve made the case before, but it bears repeating: MMT is a politically neutral, descriptive lens explaining the operational realities of a sovereign fiat currency system where the availability of real resources, not money, are the constraint. And M... more

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Steve opens in a subdued mood brought on by the dizzying speed of ‘current events.’ For this episode he’s stepping back and looking at Venezuela. News reports are working hard to create confusion. On social media US citizens claim that kidnapping a s... more

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Steve welcomes back Erald Kolasi, physicist-economist, author, and friend of the podcast. Erald is here to do a demolition job on “institutional” development fables like Acemoglu & Robinson’s Why Nations Fail. He argues that by treating good institut... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Anthony William Donald Anastasi
An economist and lecturer specializing in development economics and international political economy
Sino-British College, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology
Episode: Ep 364 - State Money, Class Struggle with Anthony Anastasi
Ricardo Vaz
Writer and editor at Venezuela Analysis with a focus on sanctions and corporate media coverage of Venezuela
Venezuela Analysis
Episode: Ep 363 - Venezuela's Unfinished Revolution with Ricardo Vaz
Erald Kolasi
Physicist and economist focusing on energy, technology, and economics
Episode: Ep 362 - Debunking the Institutional Theory of Economic Development with Erald Kolasi
Emma Holten
Political economist and author of "Deficit: How Feminist Economics Can Change Our World"
Episode: Ep 360 - Care Theory of Value with Emma Holten
Vijay Prashad
An Indian historian, journalist, commentator, and Marxist intellectual.
Tricontinental Institute for Social Research
Episode: Ep 358 - Now Is the Time of Monsters: Gramsci on Counterrevolution with Vijay Prashad
Yan Liang
Peter C and Bonnie S Kremer Chair, Professor of Economics at Willamette University, focused on MMT, political economy of China, economic development, and international economics.
Willamette University
Episode: Ep 357 - Socialism with Chinese Characteristics with Yan Liang
William Thomson
A political economist with experience in financial services and author of economic articles.
Scotonomics
Episode: Ep 356 - Scotland's Economic Suicide Pact? with Will Thomson
L. Randall Wray
Professor at Bard College and co-developer of Modern Monetary Theory.
Bard College
Episode: Ep 354 - The Fed As a Weapon of Class Power with L. Randall Wray
Daniel Kostzer
Chief Economist at the International Trade Union Confederation
International Trade Union Confederation
Episode: Ep 353 - Dollars for Oligarchs, Austerity for Argentina with Daniel Kostzer

Host

Steve Grumbine
Host of Macro N Cheese and founder of Real Progressives, Steve Grumbine provides incisive political commentary and showcases grassroots activism, particularly regarding economic issues affecting the working class. He's known for his engaging discussions that challenge conventional economic narratives and focus on social justice.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 308 ratings
  • Great podcast! I've learned tons about macroeconomics, geopolitics, class struggle, truths that the powerful want to remain hidden, and so much more. Definitely worth subscribing for new weekly eps.

    Audible
    5
    Juliane Alberding
    United States2 months ago
  • Hands Down The Best Politics and Economics Podcast Out There

    Grumbine always brings the fire with enlightening guests to discuss a variety of topics from macroeconomics to political economy, from domestic to international politics, from cultural hegemony and western imperialism to environmentalism and the surveillance state, while keeping concepts relevant to current events and understandable to a mass audience willing to learn. 100% not-for-profit and in solidarity with the international working class.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    foolish shogun
    United States2 months ago
  • Everything you know is wrong

    Everything about economics anyway. This podcast has interesting guests, interesting commentary. I just hope that everyone else will figure it before we all go spiraling down the tubes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EagleM16
    United States7 months ago
  • Grumbine is

    among the few speaking the truth today about politics, macro economics, the dehumanizing of others not in the popular media belief system, and more. A must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EdeTM
    United States9 months ago
  • Grumbine is

    among the few speaking the truth today about politics, macro economics, the dehumanizing of others not in the popular media belief system, and more. A must listen for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EdeTM
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and expert guests that provide depth to complex economic issues.
Some critiques point towards the host's personality, suggesting he may dominate conversations, which impacts their listening experience.
Many note that it is essential listening for those interested in MMT and social justice, emphasizing its value in contemporary dialogues on these topics.
There is consistent praise for the educational aspect of the content, highlighting its relevance to understanding modern economic challenges.

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Talking Points

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Ep 364 - State Money, Class Struggle with Anthony Anastasi
Q: What are your thoughts on Marxist critiques of MMT, particularly regarding taxation and funding?
Many Marxists incorrectly believe that tax dollars fund government spending, which creates a false sense of ownership and agency in taxpayers. MMT clarifies that the government spends first before taxing.
Ep 364 - State Money, Class Struggle with Anthony Anastasi
Q: What was your motivation for writing your paper on MMT and Marxism?
I observed misunderstandings in the critiques of MMT from a Marxist perspective and aimed to clarify how MMT can integrate with Marxist thought.
Ep 363 - Venezuela's Unfinished Revolution with Ricardo Vaz
Q: What do you think about the idea of the Venezuelan version of the Soviets?
Ricardo acknowledges that while there are similarities, Chávez was learning from various historical examples and trying to create a new participatory democracy within the Venezuelan context.
Ep 363 - Venezuela's Unfinished Revolution with Ricardo Vaz
Q: Can you talk a little bit about what the international angle was as they were moving through the Bolivarian Revolution?
Ricardo explains how Chávez had an international perspective from the start, with solidarity initiatives extending beyond Venezuela, and the constant pressure from the U.S. government.
Ep 363 - Venezuela's Unfinished Revolution with Ricardo Vaz
Q: Help me better understand how we got to this moment in time. Give me a little bit of history of Venezuela and the Bolivarian Revolution.
Ricardo gives a historical perspective on the Bolivarian Revolution, discussing its origins, significance, and its relationship with the oil industry and U.S. politics.

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2. Ricardo Vaz
3. Erald Kolasi
4. Emma Holten
5. Vijay Prashad
6. Yan Liang
7. William Thomson
8. L. Randall Wray

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