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Back to SearchThe Edge of Democracy: The Rise of Authoritarianism in Brazil
Episode 272
In her new film, The Edge of Democracy, director Petra Costa tells the story of how Brazil went from a rising star among free nations to a democracy …
6 years, 7 months ago
Women of Color Lead the Way
Episode 271
This year at the Progressive Strategy Summit members of Congress and progressive change makers came together to build a movement that won’t only win …
6 years, 7 months ago
Newark: Fixing The People’s Water
Episode 270
The people of Newark, New Jersey—the majority of whom are black and brown—are grappling with a lead contamination crisis that has drawn comparisons w…
6 years, 7 months ago
Special Report: Making Buffalo Our City
Episode 269
How do you revitalize a city without gentrifying it? In this episode of the Laura Flanders Show, Laura goes to Buffalo, New York, where years of post…
6 years, 8 months ago
How to Make a Democratic Economy
Episode 268
The U.S. economy, weak or strong, is the question at the heart of the election. But it doesn't get to the reality which is that, whatever else it may…
6 years, 8 months ago
Fighting for the Future of Hong Kong
Episode 267
This week the People’s Republic of China celebrates its 70th anniversary as months of pro-democracy demonstrations continue in Hong Kong. The histori…
6 years, 8 months ago
F-Word: The Global Corruption Rebellion Americans Don't Know They're Part Of
"In a system that's unequal, corruption is not just the way we swim, it’s the water we swim in..."
The F-Word, Laura Flanders' bi-monthly commentary.
H…
6 years, 8 months ago
How Can Municipal Government Promote Economic Democracy?
Episode 266
New York, NY...its a city with close to 100 billion dollar budget every year and 1 deputy mayor with some pretty creative plans for how to spend it. …
6 years, 8 months ago
Reporting on Economic Hardship
Episode 265
Guests featured from the Economic Harship Reporting Project include David Wallis, Managing Director; Yoruba Richen, Board Member and filmmaker; and J…
6 years, 8 months ago
F-Word: Climate Strike/Auto Strike: Same Struggle, Same Fight
"Almost fifty thousand workers went on strike at General Motors Sept 16th, 2019, after management and United Auto Workers Union negotiators failed to…
6 years, 9 months ago