Scheer Intelligence
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Scheer Intelligence features thoughtful and provocative conversations with "American Originals" -- people who, through a lifetime of engagement with political issues, offer unique and often surprising perspectives on the day's most important issues.
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Jul 10, 2020 • 44min
The Price of Ignoring the Ferguson Uprising
Throughout the uprisings inspired by the killings of Eric Garner, Breonna Taylor, Freddie Gray and so many other Black victims, white leaders refused to learn from Black Lives Matter, a group inspired by the police killing of Trayvon Martin, 17, in 2012 and catalyzed by the killing of Michael Brown.
Jul 3, 2020 • 35min
The Great Con of American Patriotism
In conversation with Robert Scheer, Ron Kovic and Maj. Danny Sjursen examine their roles in our nation's bloody trajectory since the Vietnam War.
Jun 26, 2020 • 38min
For Many Young People, Socialism Is as American as Apple Pie
Bernie Sanders may never make it to the White House, but, just when we need them most, socialists like “Bigger than Bernie” co-author Meagan Day have picked up his torch.
Jun 19, 2020 • 44min
The Powerful Past, Present and Future of Black Lives Matter
As BLM protests sweep the globe, the movement’s co-founder Melina Abdullah talks about its roots and her hopes for the coming years.
Jun 12, 2020 • 43min
The Cynical Forces Behind America’s Forever Wars
Journalist Patrick Cockburn examines the disastrous inevitability of America’s failures in the Middle East as the region continues to reel from decades of U.S.-sponsored turmoil.
Jun 5, 2020 • 1h 9min
Harnessing Humor to Unveil America’s Ugliest Truths
Political comedian Lee Camp wants to dismantle systems of oppression with a molotov cocktail filled with facts and some good old fashioned laughter.
May 29, 2020 • 1h 4min
The ‘Mass Murder Program’ Behind America’s Rise to Power
In a new book, journalist Vincent Bevins traces the Cold War massacres in Asia and Latin America that still define global political dynamics today.
May 22, 2020 • 34min
A Global Look at the Virus That Upended the World
The series “Decoding Covid-19” offers a hopeful account of the international cooperation that has stemmed from the unprecedented crisis.
May 15, 2020 • 48min
Big Banks Got the Sweetest Deal From the Covid-19 Bailouts
Banking expert Nomi Prins explains why Congress’ stimulus bill has been a boon for Wall Street and not the small businesses that need it most.
May 8, 2020 • 45min
Does Medicare for All Await Us at the End of This Viral Massacre?
Dr. Margaret Flowers predicts how the coronavirus pandemic will impact the ongoing struggle for universal health care in the U.S.
