In this episode, economist Richard Wolff and Marxist theorist Prabhat Patnaik join India & Global Left to tackle a critical question: Can socialism still offer a viable alternative in today’s world of corporate dominance, imperial power, and electoral dead ends?Using the rise of New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani as a starting point, we explore:What Mamdani represents for the American Left after Occupy and SandersWhether socialism today is about progressive welfare policies—or deeper class struggle and public ownershipThe role of the private sector in a socialist economyAnd whether single-party rule is ever justified in the name of revolutionary changeThis conversation moves from the streets of Astoria to the shadow of empire, asking what it takes to build real power—and whether the socialist project is still alive in the 21st century.🟥 Featuring:Richard Wolff – Economist, Democracy at WorkPrabhat Patnaik – Marxist economist, author of Capital and Imperialism🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar 🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴📌 Subscribe for more critical conversations on global politics, empire, and alternatives to capitalism.#Socialism #RichardWolff #PrabhatPatnaik #ZohranMamdani #LeftPolitics #USPolitics #IndiaAndGlobalLeft #Marxism #Empire #ClassStruggle #PublicOwnership #ElectoralLeft

Join us for a deep dive into the complexities of the latest Syrian crisis, featuring renowned analyst Professor Mohammad Marandi. In this episode:Unpacking the Bedouin-Druze Conflict: Learn about the roots and consequences of the renewed fighting in Southern Syria. Explore the humanitarian crisis and the challenges posed by the fractured nature of regional leadership.Israeli Bombing of Damascus: Understand why Israel intervened militarily in Damascus and how these strikes are reshaping Syria's security landscape, including the impact on local communities and infrastructure.Wider Implications for the Middle East: Discover the potential regional repercussions, including shifts in geopolitical alliances, the balance of power, and the roles of Iran, Turkey, and the Gulf states following the collapse of the Assad regime.Inside the Tucker Carlson Interview: Professor Marandi reacts to Tucker Carlson’s controversial interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, offering analysis on Iran’s global messaging strategy and the implications for U.S.-Iran relations.Responding to the Violence in Palestine: The conversation closes with Marandi's response to the ongoing violence and allegations of genocide in Palestine, highlighting global humanitarian concerns and the need for accountability in the wake of staggering civilian casualties.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar 🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴➡️ Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction 2:10 - Bedouin-Druze Conflict Explained 10:45 - Israeli Bombings: Motivations & Outcomes 18:00 - Syria & Middle East Geopolitics 25:30 - Marandi on Carlson-Pezeshkian Interview 35:55 - Palestine: Violence & Genocide Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated on critical Middle East developments, in-depth political analyses, and expert commentary.Keywords: Syria conflict, Bedouin Druze war, Israeli airstrikes Damascus, Middle East geopolitics, Mohammad Marandi, Tucker Carlson Iran interview, Masoud Pezeshkian, Palestine genocide, humanitarian crisis, regional securityThis podcast brings together expert insight and on-the-ground realities to help you understand the high-stakes dynamics currently shaping the Middle East.

In this urgent and eye-opening conversation, Taiwanese politician and scholar Joanna Lei joins us to discuss Taiwan’s fragile position in the unfolding New Cold War between the U.S. and China.Lei argues that Washington’s strategy may be pushing Taiwan toward becoming "the next Ukraine" — a pawn in a great power confrontation. But she also challenges the dominant narrative within Taiwan itself.We discuss:Why a hardline separatist stance toward China is neither popular among most Taiwanese nor strategically soundWhy political, cultural, and economic cooperation with China is in Taiwan’s best long-term interestWhether you’re focused on East Asia, U.S. foreign policy, or the future of global peace, this is a conversation not to miss.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar 🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴🎙️ Guest: Joanna Lei📍 Platform: India & Global Left

In this explosive episode, I debate antiwar libertarian Scott Horton on the core foundations of capitalism and power.We begin with a heated exchange:Is the free market a capitalist feature — or can it exist in socialist economies?Are inflation, instability, and inequality caused by state intervention or the private sector?Is money expansion an unavoidable feature of capitalism — or a distortion created by central banks?From there, we shift to a deep, principled discussion on U.S. foreign policy:Is a ceasefire in Gaza still possible?How should Iran respond to U.S.–Israel escalation?And is NATO slowly pushing Ukraine toward collapse in the name of containment?Whether you’re a socialist, libertarian, realist, or just politically curious — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar 🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴📚 Scott Horton is the author of Enough Already and Provoked, and host of The Scott Horton Show.🧠 Watch, comment, and join the debate.

Economist Steve Keen joins us to unpack Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” and what it reveals about U.S. economic thinking. We dive deep into current U.S. fiscal policy, the ongoing trade war, and whether any of it is actually grounded in economic logic — or just political spectacle.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar 🔴🔴🔴Steve explains why fears of large budget deficits are a myth, rooted more in superstition than real macroeconomics. We explore how the dominance of the U.S. dollar creates a unique but contradictory position for the American economy — allowing endless spending abroad, while hollowing out domestic production.We wrap up with a rapid-fire quiz on famous economists — from Milton Friedman to Keynes to Marx and Smith— where Steve gives hilarious and biting one-liners on what they got right (or wrong).👉 If you're tired of mainstream economic nonsense, this episode is for you.🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴#SteveKeen #USEconomy #TrumpBill #BigBeautifulBill #DeficitMyth #Neoliberalism #TradeWar #USDollar #MMT

Why are social programs slashed while big banks get blank checks? In this episode, we dive into The Bailout State with author Martijn Konings to uncover the political economy behind financial bailouts and austerity. Konings reveals how government guarantees and monetary policy create a system that rewards asset holders and tightens the screws on working people. From the postwar welfare state to the 2008 crisis and the post-pandemic inflation panic, we explore how the state props up finance while leaving the rest behind.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar 🔴🔴🔴If you've ever wondered why the market always gets rescued—but you don't—this is the conversation you can't afford to miss.🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴

In this explosive interview, former CIA analyst Larry Johnson breaks down why U.S. foreign policy is unraveling across multiple fronts. From the brutal war in Gaza and Washington’s unwavering support for Israel, to Iran’s growing defiance and strategic alliances, to the grinding NATO–Russia conflict in Ukraine — Johnson argues that the U.S. is overextended, miscalculating, and losing credibility. He exposes the intelligence failures, the propaganda gap, and the strategic missteps that are accelerating the decline of American global power.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar 🔴🔴🔴We cover:– Why the U.S. can't rein in Israel or stop the Gaza bloodshed– How Iran is reshaping the regional balance with Russia and China– Why NATO’s Ukraine gamble may backfire — and what Russia really wants– The collapse of Western diplomacy and the rise of multipolar resistance🔴🔴🔴Follow us on Substack: https://substack.com/@indiagloballeftTwitter: https://twitter.com/Indiagloballeft Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiagloballeft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559411353392Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Y9iCWUv8ha3ATsPWtWk0?si=ee1f0de3de094f17Telegram: https://t.me/+WNlqoiv1Rhg5NjEx🔴🔴🔴A must-watch for anyone trying to understand the future of global power.

Did the West really leap ahead of the rest of the world—or did it just get lucky?In this explosive conversation, historian Kenneth Pomeranz challenges everything you thought you knew about global history. Drawing from his groundbreaking book The Great Divergence, Pomeranz argues that China and Europe were economically comparable well into the 18th century. So why did the West industrialize while China stagnated?We uncover:The myth of European exceptionalismWhy coal and the colonies tipped the balance in Europe’s favorHow key Chinese regions rivaled England in markets, life expectancy, and consumptionThe overlooked role of geography, empire, and ecological limits in shaping global inequalityThis is a critical conversation for anyone interested in decolonizing history, understanding China’s past, and reassessing the roots of Western power.#KennethPomeranz #GreatDivergence #ChinaVsEurope #EconomicHistory #Colonialism #WesternMyths #WorldHistory #IndustrialRevolution #GlobalInequality