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 347 - Libertarianism vs. Reality with Brett Scott

Episode 347 – Libertarianism vs. Reality with Brett Scott

Brett Scott talks about libertarianism as an ideological tool that protects elite power by promoting a false narrative of individualism and “free” markets.      

Episode 346 - MMT: Why Our Allies Ignore Us

Episode 346 – MMT: Why Our Allies Ignore Us

Economist Yeva Nersisyan joins Steve to discuss the struggle to communicate MMT’s core principles in a media landscape full of lies. 

Episode 345 - Argentina: IMF, MMT, Class Warfare with Daniel Conceição

Episode 345 – Argentina: IMF, MMT, Class Warfare with Daniel Conceição

Daniel Conceição and Steve argue that understanding a government’s monetary capacity is meaningless without using that knowledge as a weapon for class struggle. 

Episode 344 - The Unstable Genius Act with Robert Hockett

Episode 344 – The Unstable Genius Act with Bob Hockett

Author and Cornell Law professor Robert Hockett talks with Steve about the true purpose of the GENIUS Act.