Exposing the Lies and Secrets of the Nuclear Era | Nobel Peace Talks
Paul JayIn cooperation with the Outrider Foundation, the Nobel Peace Center invites you to a unique conversation with Paul Jay about his work with the new documentary film about Daniel Ellsberg, the Pentagon Paper whistleblower and author of âDoomsday Machineâ.
Government of Not-America | Biting Satire
Juice MediaThe Government of Not-America has made an ad ahead of the coming election, and itâs surprisingly honest and informative (biting political satire).
The Decline of American Journalism – Robert McChesney
Paul JayIn remembrance of Robert W. McChesney, the esteemed media scholar and activist who passed away on March 25, 2025, we are republishing an interview that delves into his profound insights on media, democracy, and society. McChesney, co-founder of the media reform organization Free Press and author of influential works such as âRich Media, Poor Democracy,â dedicated his life to challenging corporate control of the media and advocating for a more…
What Does the Ukrainian Working Class Want? – Paul Jay & Denys Gorbach
Paul JayAs the U.S. and Russia discuss a possible ceasefire, what role do the Ukrainian peopleâespecially the working classâhave in shaping the outcome? Paul Jay speaks with Ukrainian political scientist Denys Gorbach about the war, class dynamics, and the neoliberal assault on workersâ rights during the conflictâa rare, progressive, class-conscious look at the war in Ukraine.
Can Iran Kick Its Oil Addiction? –Â Djavad Salehi Isfahani Pt. 2/2
Talia BaroncelliIn part two, economist Djavad Salehi-Isfahani outlines what’s necessary for Iran to have a just energy transition and sustainable future. Salehi-Isfahani urges a reversal of destructive U.S. sanctions in order for Iran to better tap into its highly-educated workforce. He also argues that Iran is in a much more advantageous position to move away from its oil-export model, especially when compared to other oil-producing Gulf countries.Â
Trumpâs Weaponization of Space & the War in Ukraine â Wilkerson & Jay Pt. 2/2
Paul JayIn part 2 of Paul Jayâs discussion with Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, they examine Trumpâs push for a new missile defense systemâa step toward the weaponization of space that heightens the risk of nuclear war. They also analyze the roots of the war in Ukraine, the failure of U.S. foreign policy, and whatâs needed now to prevent further escalation.
Honest Government Ad | Nuclear
Juice MediaThe Liberal Party of Australia has made an ad about its nuclear plan, and itâs surprisingly honest and informative (biting political satire).
How Sanctions Work: Iran and the Impact of Economic Warfare â Djavad Salehi-Isfahani Pt. 1/2
Talia BaroncelliU.S. President Trump has extended the aims of his first presidential termâs âmaximum pressure campaignâ by slapping additional sanctions on Iran. Djavad Salehi-Isfahani, Professor of Economics at Virginia Tech, describes the detrimental effects of U.S. sanctions on Iranâs economy and society. Salehi-Isfahani illustrates how the sanctionsâ differentiated effects often result in them being âinvisibleâ to certain segments of Iranian society, leaving some Iranians convinced that their government is solely to…
How South Africa’s Coal Exports to Israel Undermines Its Palestine Solidarity – Patrick Bond Pt. 2/2
Talia BaroncelliIn part two, political economist Patrick Bond outlines the activities of Glencore and other South African energy corporations which continue to ship coal to Israelâs electricity grid. Despite the historic efforts of South Africa to bring a genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, as well as its involvement in the Hague Group to demand enforcement of international rulings on Israelâs unlawful occupation, Bond discusses South African…