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A scathing investigation into the apocalyptic thinking of the Christian nationalists, tech-bro reactionaries, and populist survivalists who increasingly define the contemporary right—and a recipe for how to fight them. As the planet burns and shared reality melts, a new iteration of the far right is on the march. How can we understand this dangerous new development, and what resources can we draw on to resist it? In their scathing assessment of the contemporary scene, the celebrated activists and authors Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor explore how the religious fundamentalists, Silicon Valley technologists, and ethno-nationalists who make up this apocalyptic alliance share more than one might think: they are united in their belief that some kind of cleansing cataclysm is coming, whether through the manifestation of messianic prophecy, the rampages of a resource- and job-consuming artificial intelligence, or the purported existential threat of immigration and cultural replacement. Rather than avoiding this conflagration, they welcome it, convinced they will be among the saved on the other side. “End Times Fascism” is the ideology of the actors who strive to make the world unlivable and then seek to protect themselves from the fallout—whether by repairing to luxurious private islands, rocketing off to Mars, or bunkering the nation to keep their enemies at bay. The new survivalists have accumulated power, but they are far from impregnable. As Klein and Taylor show via original reporting and analysis, their many internal conflicts and contradictions and their nihilistic inability to envision a shared future, even for their ostensible allies, leave them vulnerable to a new kind of “pro-life” politics—rooted in reverence for our shared existence and regard for the earth we inhabit and must protect. Naomi Klein is an award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker, and the bestselling author of Doppelganger , No Logo , The Shock Doctrine , and other classic books, which have been translated into thirty-five languages. She is an associate professor of geography and a codirector of the Centre for Climate Justice at the University of British Columbia, and she writes a regular column for The Guardian . Doppelganger won the Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction and was named one of the ten best books of the year by New York , Slate , and Time . Astra Taylor is an award-winning writer, activist, and documentarian, and a co-founder of the Debt Collective. She is the author of The People’s Platform , which won the American Book Award; Democracy May Not Exist, but We’ll Miss It When It’s Gone ; and The Age of Insecurity . Taylor regularly writes for publications including The New Yorker and The New York Times . Taylor toured with the band Neutral Milk Hotel and was the 2023 CBC Massey Lecturer. Klein and Taylor will be in conversation with Wajahat Ali , a tired, middle aged father of 3 kids who drives an Honda Odyssey Minivan and is now a Costco Executive Member. Previously, when he had hair, he was a contributor to The New York Times and CNN, author of the play The Domestic Crusaders, and co-host of "The Stream" on Al Jazeera America. Now, he edits The Left Hook Substack and writes a column for The Progressive. PURCHASE BOOK: https://politics-prose.com/book/9780374621384?ic_referral=YxX1Y1GFc7PPyUOJ1Buiqd8eHDPatQj7oifMIZduci8wM2xxr6jmvKQTIJ8n5b0eQTKkcm90Ufe_bb8X4CJjedilSQeTYKSHkfNoLApp-FHC-UTKMrunl0jjQWsJtGt4xTXJ_hw

I came back on THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali to call out a double standard—CBS ran a headline tying Michigan Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed to 9/11, 25 years after the fact, for no reason other than his faith. All while cable news spent days demanding Democrats condemn streamer Hasan Piker, yet Neera Tanden can openly amplify Laura Loomer's Islamophobic attacks on Black and Muslim candidates and face zero consequences from her own party. This is the same anti-Shariah playbook we fought 15 years ago, now aimed at DEI, trans people, and any Democrat who won’t fall in line—including Dr. El-Sayed, who just won his primary after being outspent 11 to 1 by AIPAC-aligned money, and Angie Nixon, who won hers outspent almost 20 to 1. Democratic leadership still won’t fully back either of them. Wajahat also shares what he saw reporting from the occupied West Bank for his Atlantic documentary: a village whose well was deliberately poisoned and then filled with cement so residents now have to buy back their own water at six times the price. Watch our full live interview on YouTube: Qasim Rashid is a human rights attorney, President of Just Win Humanity, and host of Let’s Address This . Subscribe, share, and let’s remain relentless in our mission for a more perfect Union. Rather than a monthly subscription, you can now make a one-time contribution to support our human rights platform at any amount that fits your budget. Get full access to Let's Address This with Qasim Rashid at www.qasimrashid.com/subscribe

Matt and Daniel are back in their respective local grooves, and they’re joined by The Left Hook’s Wajahat Ali to discuss the Iran deal and Israel’s best efforts to undermine it, and the terrifying notion of a marriage between the US and Israeli militaries. And that’s just the first half of the show! In the second half we’ve got Israeli Knicks poetry, Lizzy Savetsky’s red carpet carping, and Gwyneth Paltrow’s condo con, though. Please donate to Mercy Corps: https://www.mercycorps.org/ Wajahat Ali Su...

“I would add another aspect of intelligent masculinity — spending time knowing yourself. There's a great saying in Islam, and it's in most traditional traditions: know yourself and you'll know your creator. And this includes knowing the bad parts of yourself, the weak parts of yourself, the messy parts of yourself. That requires radical honesty with yourself. Where am I good? What am I bad at? What do I take pride in? Where can I get better? Maybe it's not the women's fault. Maybe it's not the immigrants' fault. Maybe there's something inside me — something broken, or maybe I'm projecting something, maybe there's an insecurity. That's an intelligent aspect of masculinity — which is why it's so frightening that Marc Andreessen, one of the broligarchs, is literally saying he's not into self-reflection.” ~ THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali ~ Masculinity In Review In this 21st interview of Intelligent Masculinity, Nick Paro brought THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali — writer, commentator, and host of The Left Hook — into the conversation. This conversation aired during Ramadan, with Waj fasting and still showing up fully present — which both acknowledged as a framing for the conversation. They covered what a prophetic model of masculinity actually looks like in practice, how men learn to externalize blame instead of looking inward, and what changes when men stop running from self-reflection and start treating it as a discipline. This is one of the most spiritually grounded conversations — at time mirroring the discussion with Qasim Rashid, Esq. — and one of the most honest about the gap between the masculinity men inherit and the one they actually choose. Waj opened by naming what’s visible across the current political and media landscape: men who perform strength because they lack it. He called them cosplay crusaders — broken men LARPing dominance. Pete Hegseth banned photographers over an unflattering photo. Marc Andreessen publicly announced he does not self-reflect. Kash Patel proposed having UFC fighters train federal “officers”. These aren’t displays of power; they’re displays of damage. Waj’s argument is that the through-line for most of these men is the same — unprocessed father wounds that never got named — and that understanding the source is the first step toward building something different. The alternative Waj offered came directly from his faith. As a practicing Muslim, he drew on the prophetic model of masculinity — the example of the Prophet Muhammad, who never struck his children, never raised his voice at his wife, and treated restraint and gentleness as expressions of strength rather than departures from it. There’s a narration of the Prophet cutting away the section of his shawl rather than disturb a sleeping cat. That image — a man powerful enough to let small things be — cuts directly against the domination model that currently passes for strength in American culture. Waj’s point is not religious in the narrow sense — it’s practical. Warmth, presence, and self-governance are what actually earn trust and love from the people closest to you. His father supplied the lived model. Waj described a man who immigrated from Pakistan, raised a family with his mother for 48 years, and never once asked where she was going, penny-pinched her independence, or treated her freedom as a threat to his identity. His father was secure — genuinely, quietly secure — and that security transmitted. Waj connected it directly to his own marriage: his wife Sarah has told him that his confidence, his refusal to perform jealousy, is part of why s

As they do, the DOJ dropped more files tonight when we were all settling down for the evening. But it wasn’t just emails and court documents, it was the missing 302s discovered by NPR just a week ago. But of the 53 pages of FBI interviews, we only got 16, meaning we’re still missing 37 pages of a young girl’s testimony (now a woman) about being abused by Donald Trump, Jeffrey Epstein, and a man named “Jim Atkins,” who may be an academic out of the University of Ohio, Leslie Wexner’s territory. Another “Mr. Atkins,” you may remember, showed up in the unknown survivor’s journal, c. 1999-2003, which Zev Shalev and I decoded and wrote about a few weeks ago. We still need the other 37 pages, along with millions of files that inevitably contain the 15-year friendship between Epstein and Trump, but for today we are beginning to piece together the global, multi-industry, trillion-dollar club that abused kids for four decades. More to come. Thanks for joining me THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali . Thank you Jessica Talisman , Caro Henry , Angry Artist Revolution , Christine Fox , Pamela , and many others for tuning into my live video with THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali ! Join me for my next live video in the app. The Panicked Writer is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ellieleonard.substack.com/subscribe

Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024 In the hot notes, Proud Boy and convicted seditionist Enrique Tarrio could testify at an upcoming trial; President Biden and his son Hunter issue statements after the pardon; Dinesh D’Souza has issued a public apology for his movie 2000 Mules; The New Yorker has acquired a whistleblower report about Trump SecDef nominee Pete Hegseth, Senators Warren and Blumenthal ask President Biden to prohibit the mobilization of the military against American citizens; and Allison delivers your Good News. Stories: Pete Hegseth’s Secret History (Jane Mayer | The New Yorker) Police officer became ‘double agent’ for Proud Boys, prosecutor says ( Michael Kunzelman | AP News) Warren, Blumenthal Urge Biden Administration to Prevent Military Use Against Americans (Warren.Senate.gov) Text of The Letter PDF (PDF | warren.senate.gov) Creator of ‘2000 Mules’ apologizes to Georgia man falsely accused of ballot fraud in the film (Kate Brumback | AP News) Guest: Wajahat Ali Substack - The Left Hook with Wajahat Ali Website - wajali.com Bluesky - @wajali.bsky.social Twitter - @WajahatAli Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey: http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=short Follow the Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3XNx7ck Want to support the show and get it ad-free and early? https://patreon.com/thedailybeans https://dailybeans.supercast.com/ https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s been a few minutes, but I sat down with my friend Wajahat Ali of THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali and had a long discussion about what is happening with the Democratic Party’s failure to oppose fascism, what each and every one of us can do to both pressure them but also prepare on our own to fight, and a whole lot more. Corporate media does not support actual critiques of capitalism or power. Become a paying subscriber to support Dispatches From A Collapsing State This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredyatessexton.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to an enlightening episode of A Moment with Erik Fleming, where host Erik Fleming delves into the intricate dynamics of politics, economy, and culture. This episode, aptly titled "The Great American Games," features engaging discussions with three distinguished guests who represent the intersection of money, politics, and sports. In the first segment, Erik converses with the insightful Wajahat Ali, a renowned political commentator and Daily Beast columnist. They explore the enduring challenges of racism and greed in America, the complexities of Trump's legacy, and the prospects for reformation in the political landscape. Ali shares his journey and perspectives that offer a unique lens on America's current and future trajectory. In the second segment, Erik welcomes back Rick Roberts, a seasoned economist and former Federal Reserve executive. Rick provides a comprehensive analysis of the current economic climate, addressing concerns about tariffs, interest rates, and the impact of political decisions on economic stability. His insights into the economic challenges faced by today's youth and the evolving job market are particularly enlightening. Finally, Erik engages with Dave Heller, a top Democratic media consultant and minor league baseball owner, who shares his thoughts on political strategy, the importance of authenticity in campaigns, and the parallels between politics and baseball. Heller's experiences in both arenas offer fascinating insights into leadership and public engagement. Don't miss this episode packed with wisdom, foresight, and a call for true leadership and reform in America. It's a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the intricate balance of power, policy, and the people's will in shaping a better future.

This week on The State of Belief , popular writer and commentator Wajahat Ali joins host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush for a thought-provoking exploration of patriotism, diversity, and democracy in today’s politically charged climate. Waj shares his unique perspective on the responsibilities that immigrants and citizens face amid the continuing societal impacts of the Trump administration's policies. Together, they unravel the moral and ethical dilemmas of maintaining integrity in chaotic times, while drawing on historical and religious narratives to emphasize the importance of long-term justice and equality. Life is more than serving a cause we believe in, no matter how urgent that may be. And so they reflect on balancing professional aspirations with personal commitments. Waj opens up about his daughter’s passion for dance and her journey as a cancer survivor, juxtaposed with his career in writing and advocacy. They also tackle the power of storytelling in political activism and its role in challenging misinformation and fear-based tactics. The conversation delves into important themes, including: Navigating Patriotism, Diversity, and Democracy: Paul and Waj discuss the challenges faced by immigrants and citizens in a fascist political climate, emphasizing the importance of ethical grounding and personal responsibility. Finding Purpose and Superpowers: Waj has inspiring things to say about the roles available to each of us, if we’re truly interested in making a difference. There are strengths everyday citizens bring, even if that’s integrity and honesty as an act of resistance to corruption and lies. Christian Nationalism and Authoritarianism: Christian Nationalism demands the suppression of diverse stories in the service of a single self-serving narrative. It uses fear and ignorance to advance a specific kind of White Christian agenda, targeting, in turn, LGBTQ, Black, Muslim, and Jewish communities – and leaving no room, in the end, even for dissenting White Christians like Mike Pence. Wajahat Ali is the author of Go Back to Where You Came From and Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become an American. He has a very popular Substack, The Left Hook With Wajahat Ali, and co-hosts The Democracy-ish Podcast . Waj is a Daily Beast columnist, a writer, television commentator and keen observer of what this country seems to be doing to itself. The child of immigrants, he's an invaluable contributor to the conversation around patriotism, diversity and democracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monday, April 7th, 2025 Today, millions protested Musk and Trump in over 1300 Hands Off rallies in all 50 states, DC and abroad; a court orders North Carolina voters to cure their ballots in the state Supreme Court race; a federal judge rules that the Maryland man illegally deported to El Salvador must be returned to the US; prosecutors are asking for 87 months in prison for George Santos; the Supreme Court lets Trump suspend teacher grants; the South Korean court upheld President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment over his invocation of martial law; the Social Security Administration is facing thousands more job cuts; RFK Jr is walking back some of the programs and employees cut from Health and Human Services; and Russel Brand has been charged with rape and sexual assault in London; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, DeleteMe For 20% off your DeleteMe subscription go to Deleteme.com/dailybeans code dailybeans. Thank You, IQBAR 20% off all IQBAR products. Text dailybeans to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Guest: Guest: Wajahat Ali Substack - The Left Hook with Wajahat Ali Website - wajali.com Bluesky - @wajali.bsky.social Twitter - @WajahatAli Stories: "Hands Off!" demonstrations protest Trump, Musk across U.S. | CBS News Judge Permanently Bars N.I.H. From Limiting Medical Research Funding | The New York Times Supreme Court Lets Trump Suspend Grants to Teachers | The New York Times NC Voters Must Fix Ballots in 15 Days or Be Disenfranchised, Court Rules | Democracy Docket RFK Jr. announces HHS reinstating some programs, employees cut by mistake | ABC7 Los Angeles Maryland man illegally deported to El Salvador must be returned to US, judge rules | POLITICO South Korean court upholds President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment over martial law order | NBC News Russell Brand charged with rape and sexual assault | UK news | The Guardian Good Trouble: Instructions for Filing a Complaint - Kentucky Bar Association From The Good News Swannanoa Communities Together Swannanoa Communities Together | Facebook Grassroots organizers power Swannanoa’s recovery | Mountain Xpress Transgender Military Service Member: “I am proof that we are qualified to serve” | GLAAD Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks

Today on Mea Culpa, I’m joined by Wajahat Ali, columnist, public speaker, author of Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American, and co-host of the Democracy-Ish podcast, to discuss the recent Presidential election results. We examine the factors behind Trump’s unexpected victory, from the GOP’s powerful media network to grievance-based messaging. Ali critiques Democrats’ coordinated strategy, while figures like Joe Rogan and Elon Musk rallied young people, fostering an 'us vs. them' culture. Together, we dissect Trump’s lasting appeal despite his divisive, authoritarian tactics and warn of the dangers his consolidation of power poses for free speech, minority rights, and judicial independence. We stress the urgent need for resistance and the media’s role in safeguarding democratic values. Thanks to our sponsors: ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/MEACULPA to get 15% off any ZBiotics probiotic when you use code: MEACULPA at checkout. Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://Hims.com/COHEN for your personalized ED treatment options Ollie: Head to https://ollie.com and use code: COHEN to receive 60% off your first box of meals when you subscribe today! Subscribe to Michael's NEW Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMichaelCohenShow Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PoliticalBeatdown Add the Mea Culpa podcast feed: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen Add the Political Beatdown podcast feed: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/when-you-know-you-know--7167565/support .

Wajahat Ali discusses the presidential debate and election campaign, with a focus on Trump’s threat to democracy, his demonization of immigrants and white supremacist rhetoric and action, as well as corporate media’s skewed election coverage. Ali is also author of “Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American.”

I am so grateful for Wajahat Ali. When I began this journey back in 2015 and 2016, I was quick to understand how dangerous the gathering authoritarian movement was and what the implications were for Americans. What I didn’t understand, but would learn quickly, was how a culture of denial and complicity enabled and worsened that crisis. Wajahat understood too, and along with a handful of others, their kindness, solidarity, and clarity steadied and inspired me. We are incredibly, incredibly lucky to have Wajahat in the world fighting the good fight. Wajahat and I sat down to talk on Wednesday to address the big tangle of crises we now face, including the threat of Project 2025, the continuing debate over Joe Biden’s candidacy, the rightward trajectory and radicalization of our culture, politics, and media, and more. I hope you’ll watch our discussion and check out Wajahat’s Substack The Left Hook , an invaluable hub for his thoughts and analysis. And, to support Dispatches From A Collapsing State , subscribe if you haven’t already. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredyatessexton.substack.com/subscribe

From the allegories of Andor to the baldfaced corruption of the Supreme Court, Francesca is joined by author Wajahat Ali to dig into the week. Then documentarian Blake Zeff on his film "Loan Wolves", how the student debt crisis was manufactured by dogsh*t legislation. And finally, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema declares herself independent from the Democratic party and fully dependent on corporate cash. Plus a *BONUS BISH* for the patrons on what the hell is going down in Peru. Get it by joining the patreon: www.patreon.com/bitchuationroom . Featuring:Wajahat Ali, https://twitter.com /wajahatali Blake Zeff, https://twitter.com /blakezeff Watch 'Loan Wolves' documentary out now on Peacock!The Bitchuation Room will be LIVE at SF Sketchfest on Sunday January 22nd and 8pm. Get tickets: https://sfsketchfest2023.sched.com/event/qEKa/the-bitchuation-roomThe Bitchuation Room Streams LIVE every TUESDAY at 1/4pmEST on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/franifio and Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv /franifioFollow The Bitchuation Room on Twitter @BitchuationPodGet your TBR merch: www.bitchuationroom .comSupport The Bitchuation Room by becoming a Patron: www.patreon.com /bitchationroom or via Venmo: @TBR-LIVE Cash-App: @TBRLIVE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mary Trump goes on offense against the insurrectionists still running for office, then welcomes Wajahat Ali, Dr. Allison Gill, and Bob Cesca for a powerful midterm strategy session covering the fight against enduring racism, taking mainstream media to task for ignoring fascism, and giving back to the Democratic base. They also break down how susceptible our institutions are to bad actors, and call on us to be the change instead of waiting for help from those in charge. ‘Ask Mary Anything’ Email: MARY@POLITICON.COM Get More From This Week’s Guests: Get More From Wajahat Ali: Twitter | Daily Beast | Website | Author of “Go Back To Where You Came From” Dr. Allison Gill: Twitter | The Daily Beans Podcast | Mueller, She Wrote Podcast Bob Cesca: Twitter | The Bob Cesca Show | Sexy Liberal Podcast Network

This super exciting 3rd ep features the incredible Pakistani-American writer Wajahat Ali, author of the new book "Go Back to Where You Came From and Other Helpful Recommendations On How to Be American". We talk about his new book, being brown in the US, the superpower of being different, generational trauma, why his Mom wouldn't let him eat meatloaf, speaking Urdu and why there's always hope for the future. Wajahat writes for the NY Times, the Washington Post, is a TED Talk speaker and playwright, a Dad and so much more.

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Ukrainian President Zelensky might be a former comedian but Putin is the real clown. Unhinged, erratic and currently trying to do regime change Ukraine, things have gotten very scary for everyday Ukranians, many who have fled the country while others take up arms. Francesca, Wajahat Ali and Andy Kindler break down the various aspects of Russia's war on Ukraine, from Zelensky's heroism to the hypocrisies of the American media and security apparatus to the sad lack of a united international antiwar movement to say nothing of a functional United Nations. Not a lot of jokes abound, but hey, war is hell. Finally in honor of the nomination of Kentaji Brown Jackson, the panel picks their Supreme Court nominees to grow the bench and support her! PLUS a Patreon-only Bonus Bish on Charlie Kirk’s hilarious stumble into defending socialism. Featuring:Andy Kindler, https://twitter.com/AndyKindler : Get Andy’s album “Hence The Humor” Wajahat Ali, https://twitter.com/WajahatAli : Check out Wajahat's new book: Go Back to Where You Came From, And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American. Suggested Articles on Ukraine: A letter to the Western Left from Kyiv https://www.opendemocracy.net/en/odr/a-letter-to-the-western-left-from-kyiv/ Join the Franifa and become a Patron today: www.patreon.com/bitchuationroom Follow The Bitchuation Room on Twitter @BitchuationPod Get your TBR merch: www.bitchuationroom.com Thanks to Paige Oamek, Maximillien Inhoff, Alexandra OrnesMusic Credits: The Cannery by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4485-the-cannery License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Support The Bitchuation Room on: Venmo: @TBR-LIVE Cash-App: @TBRLIVECheck Out The Bitchuation Room Podcast. Find Francesca On: Twitter: https://twitter.com/franifio YouTube: The Bitchuation Room’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/franifio Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/franifio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Franifio Insta: https://www.instagram.com/franifio/ (edited) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Watch The Bitchuation Room LIVE on Tuesdays 1pm PT/4pmET on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/franifio or Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/franifio. Listen to the show on: iTunes: http://bit.ly/iTunesbitchuation Google Music: http://bit.ly/GoogleBitchuation Spotify: http://bit.ly/spotifybitchuation Follow the show on: BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bitchuationroom.bsky.social IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitchuationroom/ Twitter: https://x.com/BitchuationPod Follow Francesca on: IG:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/franifio/⁠ Twitter: https://twitter.com/franifio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/franifio.bsky.social Threads: https:/

Mary Trump challenges the divisive dog whistles of the Right, and welcomes author, writer and thought leader Wajahat Ali for a look at the complexities of the psychology driving notions of Whiteness and race in America. They also discuss the Trump phenomenon, what it means for urban and minority polities, and how our country can get past these tensions and move forward as one. ‘Ask Mary Anything’ Email: MARY@POLITICON.COM Get More From Wajahat Ali Twitter | Daily Beast | Website | Author of “Go Back To Where You Came From” Get More From Mary Trump: Twitter | Substack | YouTube | Author of “The Reckoning” & “Too Much and Never Enough”

Meta threatens to shut down Facebook in Europe! Kara and Scott discuss the latest twist at Spotify, and the surprising scale of Amazon's advertising business. Also, no one is watching the Olympics. Friend of Pivot Wajahat Ali joins to talk about his book, “Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American." You can find Wajahat on Twitter at @WajahatAli. Send us your Listener Mail questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or via Yappa, at nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Love Period. returns with a brand new season based on the themes found in Rev. Jacqui's new book Fierce Love: A Bold Path to Ferocious Courage and Rule-Breaking Kindness That Can Heal the World . To kick things off, Wajahat Ali is returning to discuss the theme of Chapter One: "Love Yourself Unconditionally. It All Starts Here." In this conversation, Wajahat explains what loving himself unconditionally has meant to him, and how he was able to pass that on to his children. New to Season 2, after the interview, Jacqui concludes with a reflection on making this practical in everyday life. Wajahat is the author of the forthcoming book Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American. Resources: Jacqui's new book Fierce Love can be found here. Wajahat's new book Go Back to Where You Came From (out January 2022) can be found here. A transcript for this episode can be found here. Connect with us: We’d love to hear your thoughts, comments, or feedback. Send us an email . Rev. Jacqui Lewis Ph.D.: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Wajahat Ali: Twitter | Website Center for Action and Contemplation: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter This podcast is made possible, thanks to the generosity of our donors. If you would love to support the ongoing work of the Center for Action and Contemplation and the continued work of our podcasts, you can donate at cac.org/podcastsupport Thank you!

This was an incredibly enriching, fun and powerful conversation!! I felt like I was truly heard and seen by Waj who carefully listened to all the stuff I shared with him, ranging from pain due to the increasing Bosnian genocide denial to fulfillment I gain from some of my spiritual practices (and some that we share in common!). I also carefully and genuinely paid attention and appreciated Waj's candid insights and openness about numerous topics - from the present political moment in the USA to the stories of the unexpected parenting challenges that fortunately he and his family have successfully overcome, as his little daughter Nusayba got diagnosed with cancer and now healed of it. Waj also graciously shared some tips on the resilience that his family built and how those now help them now push through this global pandemic.Waj took off spontaneously with a chat on politics, which led to him sharing observations and experiences from Bosnia and Herzegovina, when he visited Sarajevo a few years ago, how he "connects the dots" and urges others to do so too, and then to me opening up and vulnerably sharing some nuances of the layers of my identity. All of it was therapeutic and triggering - in a good way!Later on, we talked about Nusayba healing of cancer, the importance of a community in that process, of kindness, of necessity of accepting help etc... Finally, we delved into a wonderful chat on (Islamic) spirituality, and benefits of thankfulness and patience. Then I also made Waj agree that he'll have to write a cooking book at some point! We talked about optimism, pessimism, my "Balkan paranoia" and all the right dance moves.Listen more for an hour of a wonderful bonding and an easy-going, organic conversation that started with trust and developed more through vulnerable sharing. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did, and be on the lookout for Wajahat's new forthcoming book!Wajahat Ali is a New York Times Contributing op-ed writer, a TED speaker, an award-winning playwright, a recovering attorney as he says, and a former consultant for the US State Department.

“It’s easy to dehumanize an entire group of people if you don’t know their story.” -Wajahat Ali Wajahat Ali is a New York Times Contributing Op-Ed writer, public speaker, recovering attorney and tired dad of two cute kids. His essays, interviews, and reporting have appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, The Guardian, and New York Review of Books. He is the author of the play The Domestic Crusaders and lead author of the investigative report Fear Inc: The Roots of the Islamophobia Network in America. In this episode of Stories of Transformation, we get to hear the stories and life lessons learned of a man who has not only survived a near death experience of his own, but has also faced a parent's worst nightmare. His daughter, at two years old, was diagnosed with stage 4 liver cancer the day he had to step on stage to give a TED Talk, in which he planned to make the case that people in developed countries should be having children. Not only that, but we also get a history and political lesson on Islamophobia and how it's actually been in existence for thousands of years, not just post 9/11. We gain a deep understanding as to why this matters, in the context of political foreign policies that have been built on conspiracy theories. Wajahat shares about his upbringing as often the only brown person in the room, forced to become a cultural ambassador of sorts post 9/11 and how this experience led to his passion and ultimately his career in storytelling. He now teaches the younger generation of minorities how to use their personal stories for social change. Wajahat's unique blend of expert storytelling, humor, knowledge, and vulnerability make for an informative and entertaining conversation filled with "aha" moments, laughter, and new perspective. “Sometimes it takes a tragedy for us to wake up and pay witness to the chaos that was always under our nose." -Wajahat Ali Full show notes: https://www.baktashahadi.com/shownotes/rewriting-the-islam-hate-narrative-with-wajahat-ali Connect with Wajahat Ali https://www.wajali.com/ https://twitter.com/wajahatali Follow/Support Stories of Transformation and Baktash Ahadi: https://www.baktashahadi.com/support https://www.instagram.com/stories_of_transformation/ https://www.facebook.com/Stories-of-Transformation-110335937120068/