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 198 - The Trinity of Austerity with Clara Mattei

Episode 198 – The Trinity of Austerity with Clara Mattei

Clara talks about her new book. Austerity is fiscal, monetary, and industrial. It isn’t a policy choice, it’s a necessity. Capitalism couldn’t survive without it.

Episode 197 - Gentrification and Culture with Davarian Baldwin

Episode 197 – Gentrification and Culture with Davarian Baldwin

Steve’s guest is Davarian L. Baldwin, author, historian, cultural critic, and social theorist of urban America. Their discussion includes the connection between racial capitalism and gentrification.

Episode 196 - The New Cold War with Ben Norton

Episode 196 – The New Cold War with Ben Norton

Journalist Ben Norton of Multipolarista talks about imperialism and neoliberalism’s futile attempt to save capitalism.

Episode 195 - Trussonomics with Neil Wilson

Episode 195 – Trussonomics with Neil Wilson

Neil Wilson of the Gower Initiative for Modern Money Studies (GIMMS) talks about Liz Truss and the Tories' failing attempts to deal with the UK economy. He says there are political lessons to be learned.