It Could Happen Here

Host Mia Wong explores how history is driven by cycles of uprising and repression rather than abstract forces, arguing that ordinary people are the true agents of change.

Host Dana Elkherd analyzes three recent policy essays debating the status of US hegemony in the Middle East following the Iran war.

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The host reflects on recent humanitarian work in California and Kurdistan before discussing the Trump administration's move to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule.

Host James and guest Margaret Killjoy discuss the US government’s designation of the Italian hacktivist group Autistici/Inventati as a global terrorist organization.

Hosts Margaret and Hazel discuss the Deep Space Nine episode "Far Beyond the Stars," analyzing its 1950s setting and themes of Black and Jewish solidarity.

Host Dan Al Kurd interviews Egyptian journalist and scholar Hossam Hammalawi about his book, *Counter Revolution in Egypt*.

This episode covers the week of September 2-9, featuring hosts Garrison Davis, James Stout, Mia Wong, and Sophie Lerman.

Host Mia Wong examines the collapse of the Pax Americana, arguing that the US Navy’s loss of control over global shipping lanes marks the end of American hegemony.

This episode examines the deportation of far-right influencer Milo Yiannopoulos, analyzing the legal claims that he overstayed a visa and failed to appear for immigration court.

Journalist and scholar Hossam Hamdeh discusses his book, *Counter Revolution in Egypt*, arguing that Sisi’s regime is a distinct "Second Republic" rather than a Mubarak restoration.

Hosts James and Molly Conger discuss the Bureau of Land Management’s cancellation of bison grazing permits in Montana, analyzing the ecological role of bison in restoring shortgrass prairies.

Bridget Todd joins the Close Zone Baby Book Club to discuss *Star Trek: Deep Space Nine*’s "Far Beyond the Stars," a meta-episode where Captain Sisko…

Executive Disorder covers the week of Aug 26–Sep 2, discussing a catastrophic glacial flood in Nepal, the dissolution of Syria’s SDF, and KIA drone strikes in Myanmar.

Host Andrew Sage and guest James discuss the concept of civilization, challenging its traditional association with progress and hierarchy.

Host Robert Evans presents an investigation by Stephanie Lamy regarding the harassment campaign against Cambridge professor Jason Arday, who died by suicide in August 2026.

Host Andrew Sage and guest Mia Wog examine the 1914 anarchist split over World War I, contrasting Errico Malatesta’s strict internationalism with Peter Kropotkin’s support for the Allies.

This episode examines wildfire responses in Spokane and Los Angeles, highlighting community-led mutual aid versus state failures.

Host Zain Al Kurdi analyzes Hamas’s conditional agreement to disarm under the Trump-led Board of Peace, noting Israel’s rejection of the terms.

Host Mar Killjoy and guest G revisit a 2023 episode featuring Tobias Buckell’s sci-fi story, "The Plastic People.

Host Kevin Foster exposes the $600 million public subsidy demanded by billionaire Tom Dundon to renovate Portland’s Moda Center.

The episode opens with a tribute to Dolly Parton, highlighting her philanthropy and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights.

Host Garrison Davis analyzes the DOJ’s indictment of 15 anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis, arguing the case criminalizes protected First Amendment…

Hosts discuss the anti-trans controversy surrounding WNBA player Sophie Cunningham with guests Frankie De La Cruz and Bugs Matrix.

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This episode explores the 2026 Spokane wildfires, featuring Dan Wilson’s evacuation experience and Hadley’s mutual aid efforts.

Host Kevin Foster critiques the proposed $600 million public subsidy for Portland’s Moda Center, demanded by billionaire owner Tom Dundin.

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Host Carlos and guest James discuss US imperialism, focusing on how the nation hides its colonial status through legal frameworks like the Guano Islands Act.

This episode of It Could Happen Here covers ICE using license plate flippers, paused border wall construction in Big Bend, and an international tree sit protest.

This episode features members of the Incarcerated Workers Organizing Committee discussing labor exploitation and conditions within the California prison system.

Bridget Todd discusses her book *Love at 1st Prompt*, exploring how AI companies commodify intimacy by designing bots to exploit user vulnerability.

Host Kim Kelly discusses the resurgence of black lung disease in Appalachia due to silica exposure and a silicosis epidemic among immigrant stone workers.

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Host Carlos and guest James discuss US imperialism, focusing on the nation’s overseas colonies and territories.

Host Margaret Killjoy reads Alexander Dumas’s “The Storming of the Bastille” for the Black August series, highlighting Dumas’s mixed-race heritage and anti-slavery legacy.

Hosts Mia Wong and Robert Evans analyze unprecedented protests in India that forced the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following the NEET exam leak scandal.

This episode of Executive Disorder covers White House press secretary Carolyn Levitt’s departure, a Texas land dispute with CBP, and US military maneuvers in Iraq amid tensions with Iran.

Hosts interview Texas Monthly writer Robert Downan to analyze Ken Paxton’s rise as a far-right figure backed by billionaire donors.

Host Garrison Davis critiques the Center for New Liberalism’s technocratic approach at their 2026 summit, arguing that leaders like Jeremiah Johnson…

Host Garrison Davis reports from the Center for New Liberalism’s “Globecon” summit, analyzing the group’s origins in online trolling and its mission to counter the Democratic Socialists of America.

Hosts Mia and Robert Evans discuss unprecedented protests in India that forced Prime Minister Modi’s government to resign an education minister.

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Host Kevin Foster examines the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act, arguing it expands ICE’s surveillance powers and threatens immigrants.

Host and guest Prince Shakur discuss Black August, prison abolition, and Shakur’s memoir *When They Tell You to Be Good*.