Identity Politics

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U.S. vs Iran: False Flags and True Criminals

Why does the US seem so determined to push towards war with Iran? What was behind the tanker attacks and drone attacks? Who’s to blame for the violence in the region? What’s Left? Website: Podcasts: iTunes: stitcher: Googleplaymusic:

From Memphis to Hong Kong: A Tale of Two Protests

In loving memory of my Aunt Norma (1934 - 2019). A freedom rider, a revolutionary and a Communist. This episode is dedicated to her humor, her spirit, her fire and her dedication to change. - Andy What’s Left? Website: Podcasts: iTunes:   stitcher: Googleplaymusic:

CRISPR, Capitalism and Designer Babies

CRISPR is the cutting edge of genetic-modification techniques and will likely transform scientists ability to change the DNA of virtually any organism on the planet, including humans. How will this technology be used? What should it be used? Where will this usage of the technology take humanity? Correction: During the video, Andy says the Cas9 protein reads the CRISPR DNA and makes RNA. This is not correct. The RNA is made by the RNA polymerase of the cell. Cas9 will bind to THAT RNA after it is cleaved. It is that Cas9 / RNA complex which then binds the DNA and clips it. What’s Left? Website: Podcasts: iTunes:   stitcher: Googleplaymusic: Recommended Links: At the Nuremberg trials, lawyers for Nazi scientists cited the opinion in defense of their actions. We speak to Adam Cohen, author of "Imbeciles: The Supreme Court, American Eugenics, and the Sterilization of Carrie Buck." https://youtu.be/FLM8dkIsHS0 https://youtu.be/acVPt1qr5MY

The Plight, Problems and Promise of Public Education

A discussion on the good, the bad and the ugly of public education based on our learning and teaching experiences in the U.S. and around the world. We also share our vision of what education might look like in a post-Capitalist, post revolutionary society. What’s Left? Website: Podcasts: iTunes: stitcher: Googleplaymusic: