September 13, 2018
In which we ask whether political consumerism is still a thing. We chart its course from 90s Adbusters-style anti-branding, to 2000s ethical consumerism, through to today's woke outrage economy. Has commodification and cynicism overwhelmed all consumer activism?
Plus, we catch up with election results from Sweden and look forward to next month's Brazilian elections.
Readings:
Adbusted https://jacobinmag.com/2013/10/adbusted
The Philanthropy Racket https://jacobinmag.com/2018/08/the-philanthropy-racket
June 13, 2018
In which we talk about the politics of hosting the World Cup + the sublots & intrigues that will animate the tournament: hot and cold wars, Salah's revenge, Brazil after the 7-1. Featuring lots of hating on Sergio Ramos.
February 7, 2018
In which we discuss the Oscar nominees. Also lame battles over representation & why hopelessness has replaced catastrophism.
December 29, 2017
In which we hand out the prizes that really matter - the golden Bungas.
December 27, 2017
In which we discuss Fifa, football and corruption. Also why doping, diving and cheaing is actually good.
December 13, 2017
In which we take on morality, ethics, identity, and solidarity... and that Internet everyone's always going on about.
November 1, 2017
In which we talk to Karl Sharro about satire in an absurd age.
July 15, 2017
Episode Eleven: In which we get scientific about Game of Thrones. Also ft guest Richard McCulloch, who knows what you're really thinking when you watch #GoT Survey link: http://www.questeros.org/q
July 2, 2017
Episode Ten: In which we size-up Macron and centrism's prospects. Plus, George's babushka and a counterrevolutionary review of Algiers' new album
