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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.

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On today’s episode of Scheer Intelligence, Robert Scheer sits down once again with former CIA analyst Ray McGovern for a rare, unvarnished look at the war in Ukraine, the collapse of nuclear arms control, and the dangerous return of great‑power spher... more

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Today on the show, Joshua Scheer speaks with award‑winning investigative journalist Peter Byrne about the explosive conclusion to his 10‑part Project Censored series on the militarization of artificial intelligence. Byrne’s reporting uncovers how Sil... more

Every year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, official tributes reduce a radical critic of empire, capitalism, and militarism into a safely packaged icon — while quietly ignoring the brutal reality of how the U.S. government treated him in real time. Mar... more

Today on Scheer Intelligence, we pull back the curtain on a crisis unfolding quietly but catastrophically across American higher education. Robert Scheer sits down with Professor Steve Macek — scholar, organizer, and one of the country’s sharpest ana... more

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Sam Pollard
Oscar-nominated and Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker
Episode: The State Didn’t Just Watch MLK — It Went to War Against Him
Daniel Braaten
Associate Professor of Political Science and Criminology
Texas A&M University
Episode: There Are No Safe Fields”: Daniel Braaten on Texas, Trump, and the Coordinated Assault on Academic Freedom
Doug Henwood
Economist and writer, known for his critical viewpoint on American economic policies.
The Nation, Jacobin
Episode: Unraveling the Rot: Doug Henwood on America's Economic Elites and the Fight for a Just Future
Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter
Author and psychologist, specializing in cultural sensitivity and social justice.
Legacy Lit Books
Episode: Unpacking the Whiteness Mindset: A Conversation with Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter
David B. Baker
Author of 'Global Megascience, Universities Research Collaborations and Knowledge Production'
Stanford University Press
Episode: "Academic Freedom Under Siege: The Global Implications of Restricting Scientific Inquiry"
Lily Geismar
Professor of history at Claremont McKenna College, author of 'Left Behind' and 'Don't Blame Us'
Claremont McKenna College
Episode: From New Deal to New Elites: Unpacking the Democratic Party's Betrayal of the Working Class with Lily Geismar
Henry Reichman
Professor at Cal State University, East Bay, and expert in academic freedom
American Association of University Professors
Episode: "Defending the Ivory Tower: Hank Reichman on the Fight for Academic Freedom in the Age of Trump"
Ted Hamm
Journalist and author with a focus on political issues.
Author of the book 'Run, Zoran, Run'
Episode: "From the Streets of New York to a New Political Awakening: Ted Hamm on the Rise of Democratic Socialism"
Omar Zahzah
Assistant professor of Arab, Muslim, Ethnicities and Diaspora Studies
San Francisco State University
Episode: Headline: "Silicon Valley, Censorship, and the Palestinian Struggle: Omar Zahzah on the Digital Age of Colonialism"

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Robert Scheer
Host known for engaging with guests on pressing political and societal challenges, providing insightful commentary and critical analysis.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 505 ratings
  • Audio level(s)?

    Guests and Mr. Scheer’s voices are consistently at a really low volume and semi-muddy fidelity (at least the podcast version). Can something be done at the recording/mixing/post-production stage(s)? The show is excellent; it’s a pity the audio isn’t louder and clearer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArmchairNihilist
    United Statesa year ago
  • Volume imbalance

    Please raise the host microphone volume so it balances with the host volume. Host too low, guest too high. Stressing the ears🙈

    Otherwise great discussions and fascinating topics. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    iphonehassle
    Italya year ago
  • This man is a national treasure

    Words cannot adequately describe much I love and respect this program and its host. Thank you very sincerely and deeply for all you have done and continue to do. 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob Garfield
    United Statesa year ago
  • Umm…Scheer you are not encouraging conversation

    Scheer does not seem to understand the real risk of a second Trump administration. And minimizes Trump’s fascism, claiming over and over that Dems are at least as bad as Republicans. Scheer actually denies the vicious militarism of Reagan!

    Scheer also keeps claiming he wants a conversation with his guest - Jeff Cohen -yet shuts him down over and over. Deeply disappointing “analysis” from a longtime commentator and journalist. He’s cherry-picking examples of goodish Republicans and exaggerating... more

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    1
    HL Barrett
    United Statesa year ago
  • I want to listen more

    Great show but could you please mix your voice more loudly compared to your guests

    It’s like listening to Biden mumble in his sleep.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Don't touch our abc
    Australiaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful discussions and diverse perspectives brought by guests.
Sound quality issues, particularly concerning microphone volume, have been a recurring complaint.
Engagement with current political issues is valued, but some find the host's approach overly critical without offering concrete solutions.
The host is seen as a knowledgeable figure, but there are calls for allowing guests more speaking time to enhance dialogue.

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There Are No Safe Fields”: Daniel Braaten on Texas, Trump, and the Coordinated Assault on Academic Freedom
Q: How do we deal with the greatest intimidation surrounding how we treat the other?
The conversation extends to how critical it is to address treatment of immigrants and asylum seekers, which influences policies and academic discussions.
There Are No Safe Fields”: Daniel Braaten on Texas, Trump, and the Coordinated Assault on Academic Freedom
Q: Could you just give us the picture in Texas?
The political situation regarding academic freedom is the biggest threat in the state and has been intensified by the political actions from the governor and legislature against universities.
Unpacking the Whiteness Mindset: A Conversation with Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter
Q: How has your upbringing influenced your perspective on race and psychology?
Growing up in Georgia, I experienced clear racism, while in San Francisco, I encountered unexpected discrimination, leading to reflection on cultural perceptions and realities.
Unpacking the Whiteness Mindset: A Conversation with Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter
Q: Can you explain the concept of the Whiteness Mindset?
It encompasses a worldview based on fear, competition, and a belief in limited resources, which leads to individualism and a neglect of collective well-being.
Unpacking the Whiteness Mindset: A Conversation with Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter
Q: What inspired the title of your book?
The title comes partly from my father, whose name is also Joshua, and aims to combine political themes with personal memoir to address the Whiteness Mindset.

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A series of insightful conversations focused on political discourse and contemporary issues, emphasizing critical perspectives from a diverse array of guests. Notable themes often include societal norms, the intersection of race and psychology, the complexities of academic freedom, and historical insights into the Democratic Party's evolving relationship with the working class. Unique discussions explore pressing cultural and political tensions, including issues surrounding individualism, racial dynamics, and contemporary movements advocating for social change. With engaging dialogues, the series aims to educate and provoke thought among listeners who seek a deeper understanding of today's political landscape and historical context.

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2. Daniel Braaten
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4. Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter
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7. Henry Reichman
8. Ted Hamm

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