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 188 - Moral Economies and Money with Jakob Feinig

Episode 188 – Moral Economies and Money with Jakob Feinig

Jakob Feinig talks with Steve about moral economies and monetary silencing – neither of them mean what you think they mean.

Episode 187 - When the Systems Fail Us with LaTasha Holloway

Episode 187 – When the Systems Fail Us with LaTasha Holloway

Steve Grumbine interviews LaTasha Holloway, candidate for Virginia’s 3rd CD latashahollowayforamerica.com

Episode 186 - The Power of Organizing with David Van Deusen

Episode 186 – The Power of Organizing with David Van Deusen

David Van Deusen, president of VT AFL-CIO talks to Steve about their radical ten-point plan. He explains what it means in practice to move away from lobbying (and the Democratic Party) while expanding the focus on organizing.

Episode 185 - Please Look Up with Jason Hickel

Episode 185 – Please Look Up with Jason Hickel

Economic anthropologist and ecosocialist Jason Hickel talks with Steve about the political and economic conditions surrounding the climate crisis. If environmental degradation is a byproduct of capitalism, and capitalism is doing what it’s meant to be doing, what then is the solution?