Macro N Cheese

A podcast that critically examines the working-class struggle through the lens of Modern Monetary Theory. Host Steve Grumbine, founder of Real Progressives, provides incisive political commentary and showcases grassroots activism. Join us for a robust, unfiltered exploration of economic issues that impact the working class, as we challenge the status quo and prioritize collective well-being over profit. This is comfort food for the mind, fueling our fight for justice and equity!

Macroeconomics for the People!


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Latest Episodes

Episode 236 - The Double Objective of Democratic Ecosocialism with Jason Hickel

Episode 236 – The Double Objective of Democratic Ecosocialism with Jason Hickel

Jason Hickel discusses our current ecological and social crises, which he lays at the feet of capitalism. He defines and describes ecosocialism as the credible solution.

Episode 235 - Imperialism and the Global South's Debt with Ndongo Samba Sylla

Episode 235 – Imperialism and the Global South’s Debt with Ndongo Samba Sylla

Steve talks with Ndongo Samba Sylla, Senegalese development economist & program manager of the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, West Africa office. They discuss austerity and the debt trap faced throughout the Global South.

Episode 234 - RP Book Club presents: Randy Wray's Making Money Work for Us

Episode 234 – RP Book Club presents: Randy Wray’s Making Money Work for Us

3 sessions of RP Book Club on L. Randall Wray’s “Making Money Work for Us” a book on MMT for laypeople. Q&A with guest economists Eric Tymoigne, Yeva Nersisyan, and Randy Wray for Us.

Episode 233 - Managed Democracy and Inverted Totalitarianism in the USA with 1Dime

Episode 233 – Managed Democracy and Inverted Totalitarianism in the USA with 1Dime

YouTuber and podcaster 1Dime talks with Steve about the unique control mechanism of US capitalism’s political institutions.