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What Do We Want? Conversations with the International Left

What Do We Want? Conversations with the International Left

By: Cole Stangler
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While the far-right continues to gain ground around the world, the international left has arguably never been so fragmented. Many of its most prominent figures use different labels to describe themselves (socialists, progressives, populists…). Their platforms and styles vary. Even exchange among them is relatively limited. And yet, they do seem to share a set of common foes and a broad commitment to using state power to improve the lives of ordinary working-class people. In certain countries, they're even on the rise or already in government. In this show, Cole Stangler explores these differences and the specificities of national contexts all the while underlining the commonalities, with a basic question: What do we want? (Hosted by Cole Stangler. )All rights reserved. Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Governing from the Left: Lessons from Mexico with Rafael Barajas "El Fisgón"

    Governing from the Left: Lessons from Mexico with Rafael Barajas "El Fisgón"
    May 11 2026
    Episode in Spanish / Épisode en espagnol Rafael Barajas aka "El Fisgón", a renowned Mexican cartoonist and director of the training institute for the country's popular governing party Morena discusses Mexican politics. He talks about the legacy of Andrés Manuel López Obrador, the success of current president Claudia Sheinbaum, the need for international solidarity against the far-right, and much more.

    Rafael Barajas, « El Fisgón », célèbre caricaturiste mexicain et directeur de l'institut de formation de Morena, discute de la politique mexicaine. Il parle de l'héritage de Andrés Manuel López Obrador, du succès de l'actuelle présidente Claudia Sheinbaum, et de la nécessité d'une solidarité internationale contre l'extrême droite...
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    49 mins
  • The Future of the French Left and Rebuilding Left Unity with Lucie Castets

    The Future of the French Left and Rebuilding Left Unity with Lucie Castets
    Apr 4 2026
    Episode in French / Épisode en français Lucie Castets, the former prime minister nominee of France's New Popular Front alliance and the newly-elected mayor of the 12th arrondissement of Paris discusses the state of the French left, recent municipal elections, the necessity for left unity, and strategies for success in 2027 and beyond. Lucie Castets, ancienne candidate au poste de première ministre du Nouveau Front populaire et future maire du 12ᵉ arrondissement de Paris, parle de l'état de la gauche en France, des élections municipales et des raisons pour lesquelles elle croit toujours en l'union de la gauche.
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    36 mins
  • Texas Isn't as Conservative as You Think: Author David Griscom

    Texas Isn't as Conservative as You Think: Author David Griscom
    Mar 26 2026

    In the third episode of "What Do We Want? Conversations with the International Left," Cole interviews David Griscom, journalist and author of "The Myth of Red Texas: Cowboys, Populism, and Class War in the Radical South" (OR Books, 2026). A conversation about the forgotten history of left-wing radicalism in Texas, why the state moved to the right, its politics today, and the importance of class-based politics for future victories. Dans le troisième épisode, Cole interviewe David Griscom, journaliste et auteur de « The Myth of Red Texas: Cowboys, Populism, and Class War in the Radical South » (OR Books, 2026). Une conversation sur l'histoire oubliée de la gauche au Texas, les raisons pour lesquelles l'État a basculé à droite, la situation politique actuelle et l'importance d'une politique de classe pour remporter des victoires futures.
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    48 mins
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