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The global fashion industry churns out over 100 billion garments a year — 10 times more clothes than there are people on the planet. But fast fashion isn’t just cheap clothing. It’s colonial supply chains, algorithmic manipulation, and a Race to the Bottom, designed to extract wealth from workers, water, and culture in the Global South — all to enrich a handful of corporations. In a world where housing, healthcare, and stability are out of reach, buying cheap clothes can feel like the only form of relief available. We’re told fast fashion is “affordable and accessible,” but the truth is that the elites rely on this cycle to keep us buying, distracted, and silent, so the system continues unchecked. In this enlightening episode of The Tea, Aja Barber — writer, stylist, and author of Consumed — exposes how fast fashion became colonialism 2.0, why overconsumption is an engineered obsession, and how our wardrobes are linked to the erosion of workers’ rights worldwide. We uncover: ⚡ The Race to the Bottom — why fast fashion is exploitative by design ⚡ The recycling myth & how clothing waste ends up in the Global South ⚡ Algorithms that keep us consuming when we feel powerless ⚡ Fashion monopolies, union-busting & lost collective bargaining ⚡ How fast fashion erodes unique cultures and ideas ⚡ Greenwashing as a marketing trick ⚡ Why stop buying is the first radical step As Aja puts it, there are no shortcuts: “We have to quit the high street, unsubscribe from the emails, unfollow the brands.” Our oppression is directly linked to the person who makes our clothes: “And once you see the system, you can’t unsee it.” https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #AjaBarber #Consumed #FastFashion #Colonialism #Sustainability #abolishbillionaires #EnvironmentalJustice #fastfashionredflags #sustainablefashion #shein #fashion AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Aja Barber Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Martha Missingham and Katy Deboo Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA We’re told inequality is acceptable — as long as anyone can make it to the top. But what happens when the ladder is broken, and most people never even get on it? How did we end up with an economy that no longer works for ordinary people — yet works perfectly for the wealthy? And when did democracy get hijacked, with left-wing parties serving corporations, instead of the voters who put them in power? In this episode of The Tea, Dr. Faiza Shaheen, economist and executive director of Tax Justice UK, examines who benefits from an economy in which the wealthiest 1% now hold more wealth than the bottom 90% combined. And why taxing the ultra-rich is now a democratic necessity. As elites gather in Davos claiming to tackle inequality, Oxfam warns that billionaire wealth is accelerating at record speed. This isn’t a contradiction — it’s the outcome of a system designed to concentrate wealth, protect billionaire power, and turn working people against each other, while wealth is funnelled relentlessly upward. We discuss: ⚡ Why meritocracy is modern capitalism’s most successful gaslight ⚡ How trickle-down economics funnels wealth upward — every time ⚡ Davos: Why elites refuse to tax themselves ⚡ The myth that “the rich will leave” — and who actually is leaving ⚡ Why we need a “wealth tax” ⚡ Islamophobia and the Labour Party: “They think we are stupid” ⚡ How rising inequality drives more state surveillance With UK billionaire wealth rising by £35 million a day, executive pay ratios at 386:1, and 22% of the population living in poverty, Faiza argues that change never comes from the top — it comes from collective power refusing to know its place. 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #FaizaShaheen #Inequality #Meritocracy #TaxTheRich #makethempay #abolishbillionaires #Davos #WealthTax #UKPolitics #USPolitics #CostOfLiving #Capitalism #TaxJusticeUK AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Faiza Shaheen Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Maryam Abada and Martha Missingham Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA The NHS is under threat. Privatisation is creeping in. And some UK politicians want to copy a US-style insurance system that would turn healthcare into a privilege, not a right. Meanwhile, influencers are selling “biohacks” and wellness products as the solution, pretending health is just a personal choice. And tech billionaires are pouring millions into AI “life extension” research, but for whom? Without addressing systemic issues like poverty, housing, pollution, and social care, no AI can extend our lives. In this eye-opening episode of The Tea, Dr Amir Khan exposes the truth about what’s really driving health and why the real crisis is political, not personal. Without solving the systemic issues ,such as political and systemic issues like poverty, housing, pollution, and social care — things a chatbot can’t fix. We also unpack: ⚡ NHS privatisation is coming — and fast ⚡ Insurance-based healthcare is a two-tier system ⚡ More physician associates won’t fix GP staff shortages ⚡ AI won’t double life expectancy by 2030 ⚡ AI therapy is a cheap substitute for real care ⚡ Why doctors standing with Palestine are being silenced ⚡ Your medical records shouldn’t be AI training data As Dr Khan puts it: “If your priority isn't your community's well-being, if your priorities aren't how well we look after our most vulnerable people, you have your priorities wrong.” #MyriamFrancois #AmirKhan #NHS #AI #mentalhealth #socialmedia #wellnessindustry #Palantir #UsPolitics #UKPolitics #Davos2026 AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Amir Khan Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Dahlia Melaine Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran is at a critical juncture. Thousands of protesters have filled the streets for days, but what's really happening behind the scenes? With crippling economic sanctions and Mossad operatives allegedly active on the ground, this situation is anything but a sudden crisis. In this urgent episode of The Tea, we welcome author and scholar Narges Bajoghli, an associate professor of Middle East Studies at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies, to delve into the underlying causes of the current protests. We will also explore the geopolitical dynamics at play and examine who is trying to exploit these developments for their own purposes.  Our guest argues that both Israel and the United States have little interest in a sovereign and stable Iran. Instead, they favour chaos, fragmentation, and prolonged internal conflict, which align with their goals for regional military dominance. The patterns observed in conflicts from Syria to Libya are all too familiar, and now Iran is firmly in the crosshairs.  We discuss how overt signals from Mossad and public claims of having "agents on the ground" escalate state violence, making protesters more vulnerable. This dynamic provides the Iranian government with the perfect justification to frame dissent as foreign-instigated sabotage. We also unpack: ⚡ Sanctions as collective punishment — crushing populations, enriching elites ⚡ Trump, war pretexts & the explotitation of legitimate grievances ⚡ De-dollarisation & the global pushback to U.S. economic warfare ⚡ Why is the far-right calling for the overthrow of the Iranian regime ⚡ Palestine beyond Iran — why resistance outlasts alliances ⚡ Anti-imperialism at a crossroads — what needs to change in the 21st century ⚡ The revival of the Shah — who is pushing this narrative Narges argues that “Iranians need to be liberated from their regime, but they also need freedom from sanctions”. “And those of us on the outside can help by demanding an end to this economic strangulation.”  👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #NargesBajoghli #Iran #MiddleEastPolitics #Sanctions #RegimeChange #Israel #iranprotests #Mossad #USForeignPolicy #Trump #DeDollarization #Palestine #Imperialism #Geopolitics #RezaPahlavi AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Narges Bajoghli  Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Dahlia Melaine Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When a U.S. president treats the world like his personal business empire, the consequences can be catastrophic. Eva Golinger, lawyer and strategic advisor to former Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez, exposes how Trump’s audacious removal of Nicolás Maduro was all about ego - granting him power, headlines, and unfettered access to Venezuela’s resources. Working at the forefront of Latin American anti-imperialism for decades, Gollinger - nicknamed “the bride of Venezuela” by Chavez himself - highlights how in Trump 2.0, it’s all about the optics. From the violent seizure of Maduro to the installation of a compliant leader under Delcy Rodríguez, Golinger warns this chapter of U.S. interventionism could embolden strongmen everywhere - and rewrite the rules of international law entirely. ⚡ Trump and Venezuela — short-term obsession or long‑term US policy? ⚡ The myth of Maduro’s “narco-terrorism” ⚡ How Maduro’s kidnapping sets a new global precedent ⚡ Who is Venezuela’s new leader, Delcy Rodríguez? ⚡ Oil, gold, and rare earth minerals — Trump’s real objectives “He has branded his name on everything…that's how he sees the presidency - as a business.” #EvaGolinger #Trump #Venezuela #USImperialism #USA #Maduro #DelcyRodriguez #LatinAmerica #USForeignPolicy #MarcoRubio #VenezuelanCrisis #AmericaFirst #MAGA #HugoChavez #Communism #Socialism #Cuba #Greenland #Colombia #MonroeDoctrine 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Eva Golinger Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research by: Martha Missingham & Dahlia Melaine Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA 'The Thumbnail image is AI generated' Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedy is supposed to make us think, challenge power, and hold the world up to a mirror. But what happens when comedians become tools for the powerful, softening politicians, chasing clicks, and avoiding tough questions? When politicians use podcasts as free publicity, and “funny jokes” replace accountability, who’s really laughing, and who’s being played? This week on The Tea, we are joined by stand-up comedian Aamer Rahman to take a hard look at the world of modern comedy and podcasts — and how they influence culture, politics, and public perception. We unpack why much of today’s comedy, far from being “fearless,” is built on cynicism, engagement-chasing, and the avoidance of accountability. We examine how these dynamics shape audiences’ understanding of power, prejudice, and culture. In this episode, we dive deep into: 🎭 Comedy as a tool — How comedians give politicians free publicity 🎭 Cynicism over responsibility — Why clicks often replace meaningful comedy 🎭 The illusion of censorship — Who really faces limits on free speech 🎭 Cultural influence — How subtle biases in comedy shape behaviour 🎭 Resistance through humour — How GenZ uses comedy to challenge oppression Aamer exposes the intersection of entertainment, politics, and power — and challenges us to think critically about the media we consume. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #AamerRahman #StandUpComedy #ComedyCulture #Censorship #Islamophobia #LegacyMedia #Resistance #CulturalCriticism #PoliticalSatire #USPolitics #GlobalPolitics AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Aamer Rahman Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA 'The Thumbnail image is AI generated' Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Tea, we sit down with one-woman powerhouse Jameela Jamil to dismantle some of the most deeply held assumptions about patriarchy, power, and who it truly serves. In this urgent and unflinching episode, we challenge the idea that patriarchy primarily targets women. Jameela argues instead that it is a system engineered to subjugate men — for war, dangerous labour, and disposability — while convincing them that domination equals power. The real trick? Convincing men that women are the enemy, so they never see who is truly exploiting them. And yet, the same system that treats men as expendable turns women into objects to be endlessly edited, infantilised, and erased.  Women are trained to erase themselves — surgically, financially, and emotionally — to serve predatory desires and impossible ideals. From fashion week to facelifts, the message is clear: disappear, stay small, stay young — or become irrelevant. We unpack ⚖️ Patriarchy: an extraction system — men as disposable bodies for war and labour ⚖️ Division as strategy — why solidarity between men and women threatens power ⚖️ The beauty industry as erasure — self-mutilation sold as “self-care” ⚖️ Youthification & ageing — why self-knowing older women terrify patriarchy ⚖️ Economic resistance — how withholding money can reclaim power ⚖️ Self-knowledge as threat — when women know themselves, power is exposed Jameela argues that, while power is slipping from our hands, a narrow window remains to reclaim it — not through placards alone, but through refusal, solidarity, and organised economic withdrawal.  As she puts it: “Men need to wake up and realise that we are all being screwed by the same system. And you would liberate yourselves by liberating us.” 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: [link] 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #JameelaJamil #Patriarchy #Feminism #GenderPolitics #Capitalism #BeautyIndustry #Ageing #War #WomenEmpowerment #SocialJustice #Inequality #UKPolitics #USPolitics #EpsteinCase #Manosphere Check out Love Welcomes, a social enterprise creating dignified, fairly paid work for refugee women rebuilding their lives. For 10% discount, enter THETEA10 at checkout! 🔗 https://www.lovewelcomes.org/?ref=MYRIAMFRANCOIS Myriam Francois is wearing a Christmas jumper provided by Solidarity Sleigh: www.solidaritysleigh.com  : 100% profits from these jumpers go directly to PAL Commission for War Crimes, Justice, Reparations & Return — one of the oldest Palestinian-led advocacy institutions in exile. They serve not only to secure accountability but full Palestinian rights, including getting land back. You can learn more about PAL Commission at: www.palcommission.com  AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Jameela Jamil Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 'The Thumbnail image is AI generated' Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Germany has built its new identity on turning its back on its past, but at what cost? Today, the far-right is topping the polls, police violence is soaring, and free speech is increasingly restricted. In this eye-opening episode of The Tea with Myriam François, we are joined by journalist and podcaster James Jackson to dive into Germany’s complex and troubling relationship with Israel, Zionism, and its own historical identity. From Angela Merkel’s declaration that Israel’s security is Germany’s 'Staatsräson', to the silencing of Palestinian solidarity and dissenting Jewish voices, we unpack the dangerous intersections of history, politics, and power. We explore: ⚡ Merkel’s 'Staatsräson', — when moral duty becomes state power ⚡ AfD surge — the far-right on the rise ⚡ Silenced voices — Jewish critics of Israel under pressure ⚡ BDS crackdown — civil society under siege ⚡ “Islamo-N*zi” — Manufacturing a new threat ⚡ The rush to remilitarisation ⚡ History weaponised — from the Holocaust to Gaza The German approach to confronting history was to declare, “We were all guilty as a nation” - a line that conveniently absolves individuals of the blame. “Ultimately it's a redemption narrative, a guilt pride - so you're proud of how evil your nation was and how you've accepted that.” 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #JamesJackson #Germany #Israel #Zionism #Gaza #AfD #EUPolitics #MiddleEastPolitics #BDS #Genocide #Holocaust #AngelaMerkel #FriedrichMerz #AliceWeidel #Facism AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: James Jackson Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Emad Mostaque Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA 'The Thumbnail image is AI generated' Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“How international law has become the new weapon in the battle for public opinion” In this urgent and deeply challenging episode of The Tea with Myriam François, renowned scholar and author Norman Finkelstein argues that international law, once thought to be a neutral framework for justice, has become a largely toothless tool, vulnerable to political pressure and media spin. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #NormanFinkelstein #Gaza #InternationalLaw #ICJ #UNRWA #UN #HumanRights #MiddleEastPolitics #USForeignPolicy #Hamas #Israel #Netanyahu #Trump2025 AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Norman Finkelstein Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Check out Love Welcomes, a social enterprise creating dignified, fairly paid work for refugee women rebuilding their lives. For 10% discount, enter THETEA10 at checkout! 🔗 https://www.lovewelcomes.org/?ref=MYRIAMFRANCOIS 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA 'The Thumbnail image is AI generated' Disclaimer: "The following episode contains discussion of sexual violence and related themes, which may be distressing for some audiences. The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. The ICJ ruled “In the Court’s view, the facts and circumstances mentioned above are sufficient to conclude that at least some of the rights claimed by South Africa and for which it is seeking protection are plausible. This is the case with respect to the right of the Palestinians in Gaza to be protected from acts of genocide and related prohibited acts identified in Article III, and the right of South Africa to seek Israel’s compliance with the latter’s obligations under the Convention.” Joan Donoghue said on BBC’s Hard Talk “[...] So the Court decided that the Palestinians had a plausible right to be protected from genocide [...] It didn’t decide that the claim of genocide was plausible. It did emphasise, in the order, that there was a risk of irreparable harm to the Palestinian right to be protected from genocide [...]” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From working-class communities abandoned, neglected, and exploited, to the super-rich hoarding wealth and power, to the rise of racist, exclusionary politics - we’re trapped in a cycle of destruction. In this new eye opening episode of The Tea, we dive into the deep-rooted issues plaguing society today, with critical theorist and viral creator Louisa Munch. Louisa comes from Rochdale, a town once symbolising the hope of capitalism, now a casualty of systemic neglect and political manipulation. The far-right’s grip is tightening, but behind their rhetoric lies a simple truth: we’re stuck in a death drive where the past is fetishised and the future seems hopeless. In this episode, we tackle: ⚠️ The myth of the “rich exodus” — Should we really care if billionaires leave? ⚠️ Neoliberalism’s death rattle — Why the system is dragging us down ⚠️ Wealth hoarding — How the super-rich are inflating costs for the rest of us ⚠️ The grooming gang scandal — The truth behind the headlines ⚠️ Gen Z’s nihilism — How do we fix the hopelessness gripping young people? ⚠️ Hope for the future — Can we rebuild a society that works for everyone? As Louisa says, “We need to change the conversation from migration to wealth inequality if we’re ever going to change the material reality of people’s lives.” #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #LouisaMunch2 #NigelFarage #WealthInequality #Neoliberalism #Capitalism #GenZ #Nihilism #TaxTheRich #HopeForTheFuture #ReformUK #UKPolitics #Budget2025 #Budget #RachelReeves #Rochdal #GroomingGangScandal #EatTheRich 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Louisa Munch Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. Check out Love Welcomes, a social enterprise creating dignified, fairly paid work for refugee women rebuilding their lives. 👉 Explore their mission and products here: https://www.lovewelcomes.org/?ref=MIRIAMFRANCOIS 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA 'The Thumbnail image is AI generated' Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Billionaires are building bunkers because they're afraid AI might take over everything." AI is advancing at a rate we've never seen before. From sex robots and chatbots helping with therapy to AI rapidly transforming industries, we’re already living in an AI-powered world. And in five to ten years, governments could be guided and run by AIs. But is it really progress? Or is humanity heading for an AI apocalypse? In this explosive new episode of The Tea with Myriam François, AI pioneer Emad Mostaque, co-founder and former CEO of Stability AI, lays bare the risks, challenges, and potential of this rapidly advancing technology. From the race to create the next "AI God" to the real-world consequences for jobs, the economy, and society, Emad pulls back the curtain on a future that is rapidly approaching — and may soon be unstoppable. What emerges is a chilling portrait of an era where AI could reshape the global economy, obliterate jobs, disrupt entire industries, and even change the inner fabric of human relationships. We unpack: ⚠️ AI replacing human workers — How soon is too soon? ⚠️ AI-driven inequality — Will billions be left behind? ⚠️ Labour revolution — Can a global labour movement take on the challenge? ⚠️ AI Ministers — Is Albania’s AI governance a model or a risk? ⚠️ The “revenue evil curve” — Do tech giants still have a moral compass? ⚠️ Environmental apocalypse — Is AI accelerating the collapse? ⚠️ Sex robots and AI chatbox— Will they redefine human relationships? ⚠️ A different future — Why we need a Universal Basic AI As Emad warns, “This is an opportunity, but also a threat”. And the question is: “Which direction will we choose before it’s too late?” 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #AI #StabilityAI #ArtificialIntelligence #TechCrisis #Economics #JobDisplacement #Capitalism #AIThreat #ChatGPT #OpenAI #ElonMusk #SamAltman #AGI AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Emad Mostaque Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA 'The Thumbnail image is AI generated' Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From hacked phones and midnight intimidation attempts in Palm Beach to the string of mysterious deaths connected to the case. From victims fighting to reclaim their stories to a system that still protects the powerful, from the White House to Silicon Valley, this episode is one of the most disturbing and revealing we’ve ever done. In this explosive new episode of The Tea with Myriam François, investigative journalist and author Lucia Osborne-Crowley pulls back the curtain on the most powerful, and most protected, criminal network of our time. What emerges is a portrait not just of individual crimes, but of a world meticulously constructed to shield predators and punish victims and truth-tellers. As Lucia reveals, this was a system that spanned governments, billionaires, banks, tech magnates and international elites. “This was the largest sex trafficking ring in modern history, and almost no one has faced consequences”. We unpack: ⚠️ Epstein’s death – why the official story doesn’t add up ⚠️ Mysterious “suicides” – the deaths journalists ignored ⚠️ Power protects power – elites staying untouchable ⚠️ Media & myths – victims blamed and silenced ⚠️ Abuse psychology – the manipulation behind it all ⚠️ Maxwell trial – what the courtroom revealed ⚠️ Survivor stories – trauma, resilience, and humanity As Lucia puts it: “Power protects power. It always has.” And this case isn’t just about Epstein — it’s about the systems built to shield people far more powerful than him. 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #EpsteinCase #SexTrafficking #PowerProtectsPower #InvestigativeJournalism #SurvivorVoices #GhislaineMaxwell #JeffreyEpstein #MediaAccountability #USPolitics #Trump AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Lucia Osborne-Crowley Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Trump’s claims linking painkillers to autism, to the UK government’s two-child cap policy, from Sydney Sweeney’s coded ad campaign to Silicon Valley’s billion-dollar dreams of genetic “perfection”, a chilling pattern is re-emerging. Eugenics, once discredited as the pseudoscience of racial purity is back. Rebranded. Tech-fueled. Marketed as progress. In this urgent new episode of The Tea with Myriam François, we’re joined by writer and historian Subhadra Das to unpack how eugenics has crept back into mainstream culture, from right-wing populism to “wellness” culture, and why understanding this ideology is essential to resisting it. We unpack: ⚠️ Trump, Farage, and the rise of “bad science” ⚠️ Sydney Sweeney’s ad: What’s the real agenda behind her “blue jeans”? ⚠️ The UK two-child cap: economic eugenics in action? ⚠️ Eugenics and Gaza: deadly parallels ⚠️ How COVID changed the eugenics trajectory/discourse ⚠️ Overpopulation vs. underpopulation: what’s really at stake ⚠️ The shocking proposal for an autistic registry in the US ⚠️ Tech bros’ transhumanist dream: eugenics rebranded ⚠️ From Francis Galton to Elon Musk: the dark side of “progress” ⚠️ Real resistance: reclaiming our shared humanity Eugenics as “science” might have been debunked, but according to Subhadra, eugenics thinking never really went away. As she reminds us: “It’s always about picking out a group of people who are seen to be a problem”. 👉 Subscribe for more fearless conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #SubhadraDas #Eugenics #BadScience #Autism #Transhumanism #Authoritarianism #TechPower #Gaza #Neurodiversity #RaceScience #ElonMusk #PeterThiel #USPolitics #TrumpAutism #Polygenics AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Subhadra Das Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only. It reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators and does not accuse any individual of criminal activity unless proven in a court of law. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. This content adheres to the principles of Fair Use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act, as it is used for criticism, commentary, and reporting. All copyrighted materials remain the property of their respective owners. The views expressed in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers, nor do they constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“What people need to understand is that the trauma of the past two years — not only for the people of Gaza, but for the entire world — is unlike anything we’ve experienced in our lifetimes.” In this searing episode of The Tea with Myriam Francois, we speak with Ashira Darwish — a Palestinian trauma healer and a survivor of Israeli detention — about what this moment means for our collective nervous system, and how healing itself can be an act of resistance. In a world where social media algorithms are engineered to keep us numb to genocide — where images of amputated children are livestreamed between cat memes and bikini thirst traps — self-care becomes an act of political warfare. Ashira explains how liberation psychology begins with understanding where we come from — the lineages we carry, the traumas we inherit, and the ancestral keys we also hold for healing. Together, we unpack: 🚨 Israel’s torture system in detention 🚨 How algorithms turn genocide into background noise 🚨 Why our nervous systems go numb — by design 🚨 Somatic work: healing intergenerational trauma 🚨 What fuels Israeli society’s capacity for violence 🚨 Liberation psychotherapy: healing as resistance 🚨 Why Western media misreads Palestinian resistance This episode is about remembering that both trauma and healing are inherited. It’s about choosing not to go numb. 👉 Subscribe for more bold conversations: [link] 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #Palestine #Gaza #Genocide #AshiraDarwish #Trauma #Healing #LiberationPsychotherapy #CatharsisHolisticHealing #Resistance #CollectiveHealing #FreePalestine #WhereTheOliveTreesWeep AUDIO CREDITS Presenter & Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Ashira Darwish Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nine months into Trump’s second term, the National Guard is being deployed across the country, ICE are operating like a domestic paramilitary, tech executives wear military rank, and dissent is being frozen by fear. Meanwhile, nearly 40% of Americans now say democracy isn’t worth the fight. So how did we get here? And where are we heading? In this gripping new episode of The Tea with Myriam François, we’re joined by public historian Tad Stoermer to unpack the rise of authoritarianism in the US — and what resistance looks like when democracy bends and when the machinery of fear is turned inward. In a world where facts no longer seem to matter, how do we resist when the story we’re told — “us versus them” — is a cover for authoritarianism, and the “law and order” narrative hides the very machinery of control? We unpack: ⚠️ When tech billionaires start wearing military rank — who’s really in charge? ⚠️ Inside the rise of the far-right Christian nationalists ⚠️ Trump’s “us vs. them” narrative — what makes it so dangerously effective? ⚠️ Trump’s war on education ⚠️ How Christianity became a cornerstone of modern authoritarianism? ⚠️ “Law and order” — or just another name for control? ⚠️ No Kings Day: Proof that democracy still breathes — or its last gasp? ⚠️ What can historical resistance teach us about how to fight back today? 👉 Subscribe for more fearless conversations: [link] 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #TadStoermer #USPolitics #Authoritarianism #SurveillanceState #Trump2025 #Resistance #TechPower #Palantir #OpenAI #Fascism #NoKings #NoKingsDayProtest #Democracy #Trump #WhiteHouse #TrumpBallroom #ICE #ICEraids #GavinNewsom #MAGA AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Tad Stoermer Senior producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Leena Khan Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. 🎥 Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. ❤️ Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.