Chris Hedges
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, former foreign correspondent for The New York Times, and author. He discussed the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the rise of Christian nationalism.
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Feb 16, 2026 • 8min
Episode 550 Promo - Epstein, Chomsky, & The Politics of Betrayal (w/ Chris Hedges)
Chris Hedges, Pulitzer-winning journalist and theologian known for hard-hitting critique of empire, joins to debate urgent resistance strategies. They discuss immediate organizing vs preparedness. He talks about sustaining civil disobedience, building visible street movements, and his work with communities confronting state power. The conversation also touches on Epstein, Noam Chomsky, and tensions in left strategy.
Sep 23, 2025 • 3h 30min
#1739 The Charlie Kirk Assassination and the Plans to Weaponize It
Robert Draper, a journalist who profiled Charlie Kirk, discusses his controversial rise and the impact of his tactics. Cy Cantrell dives into the dangerous intersection of online subcultures and real-world violence through black-pilled accelerationism. Tad Stoermer draws parallels to 1933's Nazi playbook, warning of institutional compliance with extremist narratives. Chris Hedges critiques how Kirk's assassination might fuel authoritarian violence and explore themes of martyrdom within Christian nationalism. The conversation exposes the complexities of right-wing rhetoric and grassroots mobilization.
