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KPFA - Against the Grain
Acclaimed program of ideas, in-depth analysis, and commentary on a variety of matters — political, economic, social, and cultural — important to progressive and radical thinking and activism. Against the Grain is co-produced and co-hosted by Sasha Lilley and C. S. Soong.
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4.7 stars from 211 ratings
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This has been my favorite podcast for over 5 years. I never miss it! CS and Sasha are excellent interviewers with deep knowledge of their own that they draw on in each episode. And they speak with brilliant and interesting people! Thank you and keep up the good work!
Sadie Bolt via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/16/18
Terrific, smart show
Excellent interviews of smart academics and others; class-conscious, left-leaning, aware of the ecosocial justice issues that are central to our time. If you like this show you might enjoy the New Books Network podcasts, esp. the Sociology and Critical Theory channels and some of the podcasts on...Read full review »
Writer single mom via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/22/17
My favorite radio program. I love digging into their archives and finding brilliant scholars talking about fascinating subjects. It does take dedicated attention, but if you ever find yourself on a long road trip- it's lovely.
Olga Rose via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/30/15
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