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 50 - The Paradox of Enlightenment with Lua Kamál Yuille

Episode 50 – The Paradox of Enlightenment with Lua Kamál Yuille

Lua Yuille, peels the onion a few more layers to reveal the structure beneath the story-telling — what some may call brain-washing — showing us how our minds have been colonized and need to be untrained.

Episode 49 - How to Lose an Election in 60 Days with Patricia Pino

Episode 49 – How to Lose an Election in 60 Days with Patricia Pino

Our UK friend Patricia Pino helps us navigate the fault line between Labour voters and Labour MPs. Spoiler alert: it’s remarkably similar to the disconnect between Democratic voters and the Democratic Party establishment.

Episode 48 - Reclaiming The Brexit with Bill Mitchell

Episode 48 – Reclaiming The Brexit with Bill Mitchell

In order to understand the recent UK elections and the significant role played by Brexit, it’s necessary to look back at the post-World War 2 era of nation-building and economic growth, the gains that were made by working people, and the point at which capital had had enough.

Episode 47 - 1000 Castaways: An MMT Journey with Clint Ballinger

Episode 47 – 1000 Castaways: An MMT Journey with Clint Ballinger

Clint Ballinger’s book, 1,000 Castaways: Fundamentals of Economics, is meant to be a primer, bringing macroeconomics to those with no special background in the subject.