What is China's political system really like? China’s Constitution calls for “leadership of the Communist Party of China” over a “system of multiparty cooperation and political consultation.” But could it actually have more “democratic” practices than the U.S.? Western media often frames China as a totally authoritarian top-down state, but this narrative doesn't explain the high levels of public satisfaction reported in studies like the one from Harvard. This week, Amanda Yee is joined by Paweł Wargan, Political Coordinator for the Progressive International, to debunk common Western myths and discuss the reality of China's governance model. The two dive deep into the country’s "whole-process people's democracy," how it functions, and why it enjoys widespread popular support.

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Abby Martin, Empire Files journalist and filmmaker, will discuss her new film Earth’s Greatest Enemy, which reveals how the US military, as the world's largest polluter, impacts the environment while operating with minimal accountability. Brian Becker, host of The Socialist Program, breaks down the latest prospects for peace in the Ukraine proxy war as Washington unveils a new “peace plan” to end the brutal conflict.

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Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, in workplaces, education, and even relationships. But not everyone is onboard, and more and more people are pushing back against the constant presence of AI. Individuals who value of face-to-face interaction, are rejecting its use in the arts and education, and exposing the dark underbelly of the sector that exploits workers around the world. 

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Iranian-born author and professor Trita Parsi joins Centre Stage to unpack the history between the US and Iran, Iran’s nuclear ambitions and Washington's role as a strategic player in an increasingly divided world. He also breaks down Tehran’s relationships with groups like Hezbollah and Hamas and how those alliances have shaped its regional position.Parsi is also the co-founder and executive vice president of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.

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Human rights lawyer Craig Mokhiber joins the show to break down the UN Security Council’s newly adopted resolution that effectively hands the U.S. control over Gaza — a move he says marks a return to 19th-century colonialism. He explains the horrific absurdity of granting governing authority to Washington, a co-perpetrator of the ongoing genocide, while stripping Palestinians of their right to self-determination. The resolution greenlights a U.S.-run administration atop an already-illegal Israeli occupation and creates a “stabilization force” aimed at containing the very population under attack. Mokhiber calls it a historic betrayal — a “day of shame” for the UN and a dangerous precedent for global human rights.

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Trump’s exploitation of national tragedies for cheap political gain, backfires. Trump senior officials admit to violating court orders in contempt, and are caught giving oral orders to fire missiles at people clinging to life. MAGA and the public start recognizing Trump’s lame duck status and starting talking about the “next DOJ” and what it will do to Trump and those in his Administration.

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It’s been called the world’s stinkiest fruit. But it’s deeply beloved by many. Durian is a pungent, prickly fruit from Southeast Asia that has fascinated foreigners for centuries, and China is no exception. China buys most of the world’s durian exports, a surge spurred over the past decade by social media and growing trade ties with durian-producing countries. Both locals and Chinese are seeking to expand the booming durian industry across Southeast Asia. But the prospect of high profits has also ignited tensions, resulting in land disputes and environmental concerns.

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Congolese govt and M23 rebel group sign deal in Doha. DRC peace agreement reached in Qatar

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As the world slides deeper into imperial rot — from Trump’s transformation of the U.S. into a Department of War state, to Europe’s political collapse, to global leaders shamelessly bowing to Washington — a socialist shockwave has erupted in New York City: Zohran Mamdani has just won the mayoral race while proudly defending Palestine.

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Human rights lawyer Craig Mokhiber joins the show to discuss the UN Security Council’s newly adopted resolution that effectively hands the U.S. control over Gaza. He breaks down what this colonial plan means for Palestine and the horrific absurdity of granting authority over Gaza to a co-perpetrator of the ongoing genocide. Kurt Hackbarth, host of Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast, joins the show to discuss the so-called Gen Z protests in Mexico, where an alleged right-wing, foreign-funded destabilization campaign is raising serious questions about who’s really driving the unrest. Hackbarth will discuss what these demonstrations say about Mexico’s political moment — and the forces trying to shape it.

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