The Delve

In this episode, Chalin delves into the flaws of capitalism and explores alternative economic models such as ecological economics and a well-being economy. He's joined by Michael Mezzatesta and they discuss the need for a cultural shift in consumption habits and touch on the potential for a wealth cap on billionaires. The conversation also highlights the importance of combating inequality and finding happiness with what we already have. With a focus on hope for the future and the readiness for change among the younger generation, this episode offers insights on transitioning to a more sustainable and equitable economic system.

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Join Chalin and production team member Rainier as they delve into the current situation in Russia, discussing the recent news of Alexei Navalny's death and its international impact. Discover the challenges faced by the opposition movement, the treatment of foreign nationals, and the potential power vacuum that may arise in the future.

In this episode, Chalin discuss the issue of hostage-taking by states and focuses on the case of Marc Fogel, an American teacher held in a Russian labor camp. We're joined by his sister, Anne Fogel, who shares details about Marc, his arrest for possessing medical marijuana, and the difficult conditions he faces in prison. They discuss Marc's case and efforts to bring him home. Listeners are encouraged to support Marc by contacting Secretary of State Antony Blinken via email at [email protected] or by telephone at 1-888-407-4747.

Warning: this episode contains descriptions of violence.

Chalin Askew sits down with former war journalist Andrew MacGregor Marshall to delve into the often-overlooked consequences of covering conflict zones. In the early years of the Iraq war, Marshall served as Reuters' Baghdad bureau chief from 2003 to 2005 as a violent insurgency gripped the nation. Marshall was a correspondent for Reuters for 17 years, covering political upheaval in Thailand and the conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan and Pakistan. From grappling with trauma to the lasting effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Chalin and Andrew explore the mental toll war reporting takes on journalists. Join them as they discuss personal experiences and strategies for maintaining mental resilience in the face of adversity.

For more resources:

Learn about PTSD and find a therapist: https://istss.org/public-resources

Journalists' resources about mental and physical health: https://cpj.org/emergency-response/resource-center/

In this episode, Chalin offers a historical context setting for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Our guest is Isaac Saul, a journalist and founder of Tangle, an independent, non-partisan newsletter that summarizes the best arguments from the left and right on the news of the day.

You can learn more about Tangle and signup for the newsletter here.

The Delve returns February 2nd! We'll see you then!

On this episode, Chalin speaks with a few presidential guests about the emergence of AI and it's impact on America.

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2022 was the worst year on record for anti-LGBTQ legislation and at this rate, 2023 isn't far behind. Republicans throughout the U.S. are pushing proposals to erase the legal existence of people who are trans and to restrict the expression of people nonbinary, gender-fluid or who perform in drag. But what's guiding this constant legislative attack? This week Chalin is joined by the inspirational Oklahoma state representative Mauree Turner to discuss what's happening in OK and across the nation.

To support the important work that Rep. Turner is doing, visit their website and donate here. 

In this episode, Chalin speaks with Indi Samarajiv, a writer living in Sri Lanka who has had first hand experience with collapse of his state during their civil war. We look at the factors of collapse and how he found connections while growing up in the United States. You can see more of Indi's work through his website Indi.ca and Youtube channel.

Ozempic is a diabetes medication that has become America's latest extreme weight loss obsession. In this episode, Madison speaks with Professor Harriet Brown of Syracuse University about fatphobia, celebrity culture, and how our collective obsession with weight loss hurts us all.