Dispatch from the Zombie Apocalypse

In this episode Jason discusses the reactions to the first episode in this series by two of the leading experts on rightwing extremism in the US. This is the article in the Guardian on how to deal with people you know who are being swayed by rightwing cults.

In this episode Jason examines why what used to be extreme fringe cult-like behaviors are now becoming much more prevalent, the role of technology in facilitating indoctrination, and what these trends portend for the future.

In this episode Jason discusses the GOP’s rapid descent into fascism, what this portends, and what we need to do to stop it.

In this episode Jason discusses the light and dark sides of the nation, which are now represented by the Democrats and Republicans respectively. He outlines what it will take to marginalize the racist and oppressive forces that now dominate American society.

In this episode Jason explains how many liberals have mistakenly convinced themselves that they’re at fault for not doing a better job of “reaching out” to Republicans, which is a classic symptom of an abusive relationship. He then argues for how to get out of this abusive relationship and fight for a robust liberalism that will benefit all Americans.

In this episode Jason speaks with economist Bill Sharpe about the stock market, retirement savings, and larger macro trends.

In this episode Jason discusses the Democrats’ incredibly comprehensive and serious climate change plan.

In this episode Jason discusses the components of effective social change advocacy, with some current examples.

In this episode Jason discusses his unique NYC upbringing, his thoughts on how American can move forward, and why the rightwing has it mostly wrong on issues of racial justice.

In this episode Jason discusses a potential Biden cabinet and what could get done. (Here’s a really solid Biden ad.)