DiEM25

Jan 22 2025 71 ep. 58 mins 79
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Democracy in Europe Movement 2025 official podcast. Subversive ideas you won't hear anywhere else.

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E51: Trump 2.0 — Yanis Varoufakis and Katie Halper on Gaza, Europe, and What’s Next

Jan 22 2025 81 mins  
As Donald Trump assumes the presidency, the world is bracing for shifts in international relations and policy. From Israel’s genocide in Gaza to the war in Ukraine, the US’ strategic rivalry with China, and the challenges facing Europe, Trump’s administration is poised to leave a significant mark. What should we expect in the coming months on these critical issues? How might

E50: Elon Musk’s Move Into Politics: Yanis Varoufakis and Cory Doctorow on Fighting Billionaire Control

Jan 08 2025 74 mins  
Elon Musk’s growing role in politics represents a troubling evolution in how wealthy elites shape public discourse and policy. From his control of X (formerly Twitter) to his involvement in U.S. elections alongside Donald Trump, to his recent support for anti-migrant and nationalist parties in Europe (including the AfD and Tommy Robinson), Musk’s actions highlight the alarming

Germany’s biggest tabloid tried to silence her for criticising Israel—but it backfired spectacularly

Dec 21 2024 63 mins  
What happens when you speak up for Gaza in Germany? Melanie Schweizer — lawyer, political candidate with MERA25 Germany, and Ministry of Labour adviser — joins Mehran Khalili to expose how BILD, Germany’s biggest tabloid, targeted her for speaking out against Israel’s genocide. In this riveting interview, she reveals the toll of standing up for Palestine, the media’s role

E49: Is 2025 Europe’s Last Chance? Yanis Varoufakis and Srećko Horvat on Palestine, Syria and more!

Dec 12 2024 79 mins  
2024 has been a year of upheaval and awakening, marked by climate disasters, rising inequality, and a geopolitical landscape in turmoil. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to the genocide in Palestine and widespread protests across Europe, it's been a tough year for many. Meanwhile, political paralysis and a sense that decisions about our future are being made behind closed doors have

How algorithms are taking control of our lives — interview with Novara Media's Craig Gent

Dec 05 2024 32 mins  
In this discussion, Tiare Gatti Mora interviews Craig Gent, writer, editor, and researcher, and a director at Novara Media. They dive into the urgent themes of Gent’s latest book, Cyberboss — examining the rise of algorithmic management, the growing insecurity of workers, and the shifting role of labour unions in the face of technological control. Together, they explore how dig

E48: Harris vs. Trump: a choice between two evils? With Yanis Varoufakis and Rania Khalek

Nov 07 2024 61 mins  
America is going to the polls in a divisive election which will shape not only its only policies, but also global affairs. Kamala Harris aims to uphold the course of the current administration, while Donald Trump eyes a return that could bring isolationism and a tougher stance on alliances. European leaders are watching closely, as the outcome will shape NATO, trade, and transatlan

E47: Fortress Europe or Open Borders? The Future of Migration Policy

Oct 23 2024 66 mins  
EU governments are outdoing each other in introducing tough anti-immigration measures, embracing policies that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. Poland is pushing to suspend the right to asylum, Germany has reinstated border controls, and Italy has opened two centres to process asylum seekers outside its borders. Now, EU leaders are considering ramping up deportatio

E46: One year after October 7 — War, Resistance, and What Comes Next

Oct 09 2024 83 mins  
As we mark the anniversary of the October 7 attacks, the Israeli government has brought the Middle East to the brink of war. Backed by the West, Israel’s genocide in Gaza continues, and the conflict has expanded to fronts like Lebanon. Israeli actions in Iran and Lebanon have escalated tensions, drawing in Tehran. The humanitarian toll is immense, with over 40,000 Palestinians ki

Hard lessons for the Left: analysing Austria's far-right victory

Oct 03 2024 38 mins  
In this discussion, Mehran Khalili and political scientist Konstantina Zoehrer dive into the recent far-right electoral success in Austria. They examine the key takeaways for the Left and explore what progressive movements must understand and adapt to in order to counter the rise of the far-right. Join us for a critical conversation on the challenges ahead and how the Left can regr

E45: WTF, Germany?

Sep 26 2024 64 mins  
Once seen as a pillar of stability in Europe, Germany is unravelling. Its economy is in decline, and the far-right AfD recently won a state election, marking a disturbing shift in the political landscape. The country has reintroduced border controls, violating a core EU principle. And its legacy parties continue to slide into authoritarianism, suppressing pro-Palestinian voices at