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Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Trump Wins - Interview #9 with Alex KularatnamAlex Kularatnam joins Alasdair and Jacob to discuss Trump’s recent election win. We discuss why Trump’s MAGA Republican movement won, why Kamala Harris’ Democratic Party lost, and the future of leftist organising in a country where reactionary politics now unites the government, social media, and the oligarchy.Alex is a recent graduate of Birkbeck, University of London’s MA Psychoanalytic Studies program, and former Parliamentary Assistant at the UK House of Commons. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-12-181h 22
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Trump, Internet Culture and Reactionary Politics - Interview #8 with Rob TopinkaRob Topinka joins Jacob and Alasdair to discuss the recent US election, reactionary internet culture, the global oligarchy, and more.Dr Rob Topinka is Senior Lecturer in the School of Creative Arts, Culture, and Communication at Birkbeck, University of London. His specialties are reactionary politics, race and racism, digital culture and the city.LinksRob Topinka’s staff profile: https://www.bbk.ac.uk/our-staff/profile/9151496/robert-topinkaRacing the Street by Rob Topinka: https://www.ucpress.edu/books/racing-the-street/paper‘“Back to a Past that Was Futuristic:” The Alt-Right and the Uncanny...2024-12-1140 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastNeoliberalism's TriumphIn this episode, Alasdair finishes our exploration of the rise of neoliberalism, concluding Season 1 of our audio episodes. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-11-1924 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastThe Rise of NeoliberalismAlasdair continues our exploration of the rise of neoliberalism, from its beginnings in the Mont Pelerin Society to its capture of academic departments around the world. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-10-2118 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Israel's Genocide in Gaza, Protests in Germany and Police Brutality - Interview #7 with Mada Al-ZoabiMada Al-Zoabi joins Alasdair and Jacob to discuss Israel’s genocide in Gaza, the German state’s suppression of free speech, and German police brutality.Correction notice 15/10/2024 - at approx. 36 minutes, Mada Al-Zoabi claimed that Germany had not officially acknowledged the 20th century genocide in Namibia. Germany officially recognised this atrocity in 2021, over a century after the genocide finished, committing to pay reparations of €1.1bn over the following 30 years. See https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-57279008 Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-10-041h 09
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Racism & the UK Far-Right Riots - Interview #6 with Tom FielderTom Fielder joins Alasdair and Jacob to discuss the recent far-right riots in the UK, racism in the British political imaginary, and more. Links* Tom Fielder’s Research Profile: https://birkbeck.academia.edu/TomFielder* Channel 5 News Interviews with 2024 UK Rioters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9C8G6dRAqUU* David Starkey and the 2011 riots: https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/2011/08/david-starkey-black-powell* Death toll for post-9/11 conflicts: https://watson.brown.edu/costsofwar/figures Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-08-231h 08
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Trump's Assassination Attempt, JD Vance, & Kamala Harris - Interview #5 with Jacob, Nick and AlasdairWe come together to discuss dramatic recent events - the failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump, JD Vance becoming Trump’s VP pick, and Kamala Harris’ emergence as the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-08-0559 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastThe Rise & Fall of Bretton WoodsAlasdair explores the rise and fall of the Bretton Woods system. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-07-0222 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Israel, China and Progressive Internationalism - Interview #4 with Diego GeDiego Ge joins Alasdair and Jacob to discuss Israel’s genocide in Gaza, anti-Semitism, international progressive activism, and more. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-06-101h 34
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastStation to Station (or, Bowie Leaves L.A.)Alasdair and Nick complete their exploration of Bowie’s fascist period. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-06-0321 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Barbie, David Foster Wallace, Irony & Fascist Films - Interview #3 with Niv NairAlasdair and Jacob are joined by Nivedita Nair to chat about Barbie, David Foster Wallace, irony, and fascism in cinema. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-04-191h 29
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastThe Young American (or, Bowie in the USA)In this episode, Nick and Alasdair continue to explore the life of an icon of liberal society who descended into fascism in a moment of anxiety and disintegration: David Bowie. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-04-1623 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastZiggy Stardust (or, Bowie's Rock 'n' Roll Suicide)Alasdair and Nick explore the life of an icon of liberal society who descended into fascism in a moment of anxiety and disintegration: David Bowie. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-03-2123 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Interview #2 - Lynching, Group Violence & the Far-Right with Amanda Mont'Alvão Veloso RabeloAlasdair and new co-host, Jacob Smith, are joined by Amanda Mont’Alvão Veloso Rabelo to discuss Amanda’s PhD research on group violence, lynching in Brazil and psychoanalysis. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-03-181h 17
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastThe Culture of the BombContinuing our exploration of the cultural, political and psychic effects of the 20th century’s most terrifying invention – the atomic bomb. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-02-2926 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastSpecial: Memes, Trumpism and January 6th - Interview #1 with Jacob SmithAlasdair speaks to Jacob Smith about his recent MA research on memes, Trumpism, and the January 6th riots. Recorded on 27/01/2024. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-02-121h 44
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastGround Zero (or, Hiroshima and the Trinity Test)On the cultural, political and psychic effects of the 20th century’s most terrifying invention – the atomic bomb. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-02-0825 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastKarlfried Graf DürckheimOn the life and ideas of Karlfried Graf Dürckheim, a Nazi propagandist who became a liberal spiritualist after WWII. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-01-2924 min
Infinite Discontent - A PodcastEverything You Cannot ForgetIn this episode, we look at the rising fascism in the UK, Europe and the US, and introduce the podcast. Get full access to Infinite Discontent at infinitediscontent.substack.com/subscribe2024-01-1017 min
Kitchen Party CeilidhKPC 2022 12 18 PodcastOur 448th episode, which aired on December 18, 2022, and featured Christmas and winter-themed Celtic music.
Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas - Shetland Set: Christmas Day Ida Moarnin/Lady Spence's Reel/Sleep Soond, Fire & Grace
Andy Irvine & Friends – Longford Weaver/Christmas Eve, Old Dog Long Road Vol. 1
Isla Ratcliff – Isla Be Home for Christmas, The Castalia
Matthew Byrne – Christmas Flight, Sing Through the Earth & Skies (EP)
Adam Young – Winter Sets In, Yearbook
Slide – Song for a Winter’s Night, Mendicity
Battlefield Band – Kantara to El' Arish/Christmas Carousal/Willie Roy's Loomhouse, There’s A Buzz
Jillian LaDage – Christmas in The Olden Time, Enchanted Winter
John Whelan...2022-12-2558 min
ROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastBonus Episode 3: chasmjumper54_vlog214_unedited.MOVChasma’s vlog is interrupted.CONTENT WARNINGS: spiders, mention of fantasy racism.This bonus episode, “chasmjumper54_vlog214_unedited.MOV”, was written by Rook Mogavero, and directed by Emma Johanna Puranen and Rook Mogavero. The script was edited by Emma Johanna Puranen and Shaoni C. White. Sound editing was by Emma Johanna Puranen. Our cover art is by Tatyana Archtander. Music was composed by Emily Branam using copyright cleared content (or free content) within Emily's licensed and registered version of FL Studio 20. Sound effects are from freesound.org under CC 0, CC BY 3.0, and CC BY 4.0...2022-12-1412 minROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastEpisode 10: The Only Way OutVOTE FOR ROGUEMAKER IN THE AUDIO VERSE AWARDS!: https://audioverseawards.net/Season finale. Alyss is left with the roguemaker, her memories, and a decision. But is she really alone?CONTENT WARNINGS: Death, gun, injury, peril, emotional distress, manipulation, self-sacrifice, entrapment, existential fear, food.This episode, “The Only Way Out”, was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and directed by Rook Mogavero and Emma Johanna Puranen. The script was edited by Rook Mogavero and Shaoni C. White, with sensitivity reading by Caroline Mincks. Sound editing was by Emma Johanna Puranen. Our cove...2022-10-1257 minROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastEpisode 9: Final CallFrank discussions are had in the wake of the revelations about the roguemaker. As everyone tries to get some sleep, Kuzha slips away…CONTENT WARNINGS: Death, gun, medical talk, peril, emotional distress, manipulation, entrapment, existential fear.This episode, “Final Call”, was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and directed by Rook Mogavero and Emma Johanna Puranen. The script was edited by Rook Mogavero and Shaoni C. White, with additional translations by Laura Uronen. Sound editing was by Emma Johanna Puranen. Our cover art is by Tatyana Archtander. Music was composed by Emily Branam...2022-09-2851 minROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastEpisode 8: StarforsakenThe Titan launches a daring rescue attempt. Tarsul tells all about their time on the Phalanx. And Alyss reveals her plan, which may be in jeopardy given the true nature of the gas giant…CONTENT WARNINGS: Serious injury, sounds of pain, discussion of death, discussion of murder, gun, medical talk, peril, emotional distress, manipulation, entrapment, existential fear, food.This episode, “Starforsaken”, was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and directed by Rook Mogavero and Emma Johanna Puranen. The script was edited by Rook Mogavero and Shaoni C. White. Sound editing was by Emma J...2022-09-0746 minROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastEpisode 7: Only Dark Listening To DarkA team searches the rogue for fuel for the Titan…but finds more activity than expected on this dead world.CONTENT WARNINGS: Peril, emotional distress, manipulation, entrapment, existential fear, discussion of death.This episode, “Only Dark Listening To Dark”, was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and directed by Rook Mogavero and Emma Johanna Puranen. The script was edited by Rook Mogavero and Shaoni C. White. Sound editing was by Emma Johanna Puranen. Our cover art is by Tatyana Archtander. Music was composed by Emily Branam using copyright cleared content (or free c...2022-08-2440 minROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastEpisode 6: Shattered VisageThe survivors learn the truth about their new surroundings. Snacks are eaten, songs are sung, ruins are explored, and one passenger's mask finally slips off.CONTENT WARNINGS: Gun, chemical weapon (gas), police, violence, peril, sounds of coughing, emotional distress, manipulation, entrapment, existential fear, food.This episode, “Shattered Visage”, was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and directed by Rook Mogavero and Emma Johanna Puranen. The script was edited by Rook Mogavero and Shaoni C. White. Sound editing was by Emma Johanna Puranen. Our cover art is by Tatyana Archtander. Music was composed by E...2022-07-1342 minROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastEpisode 5: Lost and FoundAfter their harrowing experience in the pods, the survivors of Plutonic 999 finally reunite on Jawn’s ship – but tensions boil over as they prepare to take off to return home.CONTENT WARNINGS: Emotional distress, violence, peril, entrapment, existential fear, alcohol, manipulation, food, discussion of injury.This episode, “Lost and Found”, was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and directed by Rook Mogavero and Emma Johanna Puranen. The script was edited by Rook Mogavero and Shaoni C. White. Additional script contributions were provided by Daria Syskine. Sound editing was by Emma Johanna Puranen. Our cove...2022-06-2936 minROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastEpisode 4: Uplink/DownlinkThe pods finally get in contact with each other, but a power trip from the Captain makes the chances of rescue seem slim…until a new voice cuts through the noise.CONTENT WARNINGS: Emotional distress, peril, entrapment, existential fear, alcohol, manipulation.This episode, “Uplink/Downlink”, was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and directed by Rook Mogavero and Emma Johanna Puranen. The script was edited by Rook Mogavero and Shaoni C. White. Sound editing was by Emma Johanna Puranen. Our cover art is by Tatyana Archtander. Music was composed by Emily Branam using...2022-06-1536 min
Perpetuum MobilePerpetuum Mobile #227. Cerezas - Episodio exclusivo para mecenasAgradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Como las cerezas en un cesto, cuando seleccionas una composición, detrás de ella salen tres o cuatro más. Esta semana escucharemos: Joanne Shenandoah & Peter Kater - Messenger Harley Lara - Kukuj Alasdair Fraser, Natalie Haas, Martin Hayes & Dennis Cahill - Nathaniel Gow's Lament for the Death of His Brother / The Gallowglass Claudio Farinone - Sacred Place David Lanz - Variations on a Theme From Pachelbel's Cannon Eugene Friesen & Paul Halley - First Ride Michael Hoppé, Martin Tillman & Tim Weather...2021-12-2502 min
Perpetuum MobilePerpetuum Mobile #227. Cerezas - Episodio exclusivo para mecenasAgradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Como las cerezas en un cesto, cuando seleccionas una composición, detrás de ella salen tres o cuatro más. Esta semana escucharemos:
Joanne Shenandoah & Peter Kater - Messenger
Harley Lara - Kukuj
Alasdair Fraser, Natalie Haas, Martin Hayes & Dennis Cahill - Nathaniel Gow's Lament for the Death of His Brother / The Gallowglass
Claudio Farinone - Sacred Place
David Lanz - Variations on a Theme From Pachelbel's Cannon
Eugene Friesen & Paul Halley - First Ride
Michael Hoppé, Martin Tillman & Tim Weather...2021-12-252h 02
Two In The Think Tank165 - "CAN I COOK IT IN MY DYSON"Children's Guts, Appendintome, Dysoniser, Titanic of Buses, Competitive Lactating, Head of the Body, Cannon BirdsDon't forget TITTT Merch is now available on Red Bubble. Head over here and grab yourselves some swag.This episode was recorded early, so we didn't get to George's band names, but please keep emailing them to twointhethinktank@gmail.comAnd you can support the pod by chipping in to our patreon here (thank you!)Two in the Think Tank is a part of the Planet Broadcasting family You can find us on twitter at @twointa...2019-01-081h 21