The Expendability of Working-Class Lives

In this episode, Jess and John dive into the explosive fallout from the alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione. They dissect the failures of a profit-driven healthcare system—rising care denial rates, corporate greed, and the crushing toll on working-class lives—while making the case for Medicare for All as the only viable path forward.

The duo doesn’t shy away from the cultural rot underpinning it all, from the soulless conformity of 'beige society' to media narratives that protect the ruling class. They tackle how the press spins violence against CEOs while ignoring the systemic violence inflicted on everyday people. This conversation challenges listeners to reject sensationalist distractions and confront the bigger picture of exploitation, inequality, and the urgent need for systemic change.

Hosts:

Jessica Burbank

and

John Russell

Producer:

Gabi Schulte

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