The Tea with Myriam Francois

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The Tea with Myriam Francois: Where we spill the tea that everyone else is afraid to serve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. -3 j

    How Trump’s Iran War Is Bringing Down the American Empire

    https://www.theteanetwork.co Six months into the catastrophic US-Israeli war on Iran, Washington's stockpiles are severely depleted, oil and food prices are spiralling globally, and the Middle East is being rapidly reconfigured. Trump promised a quick victory, but the conflict has plunged the world into economic chaos—while war profiteers and elites on both sides cash in. This week on The Tea, we’re joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, former New York Times war correspondent, and bestselling author Chris Hedges. Drawing on decades of reporting from conflict zones, he breaks down the terrifying reality of the US-Israeli war on Iran, the collapse of American hegemony, and why the empire is crumbling from within. Also in the show: ⚡ The fatal miscalculation: Why Washington has already lost the war in Iran ⚡ US vs. Israel: The real, dangerous rift between Trump and Netanyahu ⚡ War profiteering: Who is making billions while ordinary citizens pay the price? ⚡ The Gulf in crisis: How US bases turned regional allies into sitting targets ⚡ The death of American democracy: Why the US is no longer a functioning republic ⚡ Drone warfare & the future of conflict: How small nations are dismantling military superpowers ⚡ Direct action & resistance: Joining port workers, Greta Thunberg, and dockers refusing to ship arms As Chris puts it, when a system seizes up and normal political mechanisms fail, direct action and holding power to account are the only true options left. 👉 Subscribe for independent, unfiltered conversations at www.theteanetwork.co 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #ChrisHedges #IranWar #MiddleEast #Trump #USA AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Chris Hedges Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producers: Nadege Bizimungu, Sanjna Selva Research: Aliza Kayan-Ahmed and Saba Noughani 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.

    How Trump’s Iran War Is Bringing Down the American Empire

  2. 7 août

    The Dark Reality Of Working for Jeff Bezos

    Can workers take on the world's biggest corporations — and win? For decades, corporate power seemed untouchable. But a new generation of workers is fighting back. From Amazon to Starbucks, a new generation of organisers is challenging some of the world's most powerful companies—and winning. This week on The Tea, we're joined by legendary labour organiser and bestselling author Chris Smalls, the man behind Amazon's first-ever independent labour union. In his new book, When the Revolution Comes, he reveals what it really takes to challenge corporate power—and why the fight is far from over. Also in the show: ⚡ Inside Amazon's surveillance culture—and the two-minute mistake that got Chris fired ⚡ Why Amazon's injury rates remain the highest in the industry ⚡ The hidden human cost behind next-day delivery ⚡ How the Amazon Labour Union forced changes without a contract ⚡ How the US labour movement is failing the working class ⚡ Crashing the Met Gala to take on Jeff Bezos ⚡ From Amazon to Gaza: Why solidarity has no borders As Chris puts it, we gave up our freedoms and handed unprecedented power to one of the richest corporations on Earth. Taking it back means rethinking where we shop and recognising our collective strength. 👉 Subscribe for independent, unfiltered conversations 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #ChrisSmalls #Amazon #WorkersRights #BigTech #AmazonUnion #Politics #CurrentAffairs #News 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.

    The Dark Reality Of Working for Jeff Bezos

  3. 31 juil.

    How Big Tech Took Control of Reality

    https://www.theteanetwork.co The internet promised freedom. But has it delivered? When the World Wide Web launched, it promised a borderless world of knowledge, connection and freedom. More than three decades later, a handful of tech giants control vast parts of our digital lives—shaping what we see, what we remember, and even how we think—while the internet has become an engine of censorship and surveillance. This week on The Tea, we're joined by the woman rewriting the history of the internet. Mindy Seu is a technologist, UCLA associate professor, and the author of “A Sexual History of the Internet”. She’s been tracking what the tech giants are scrubbing. Together, we ask the questions Big Tech would rather you didn't: Who decides what survives online? And is it still possible to reclaim the internet? Also in the show: ⚡ The hidden history of the internet—from women, artists and activists erased from the story ⚡ Open source, local networks & the fight to reclaim the web ⚡ Sex, censorship & who gets erased online ⚡ The Epstein files & the myth of the "forever internet" ⚡ ChatGPT, AI & the danger of “yes men” ⚡ Peter Thiel’s “Praxis” and Big Tech’s attempt to replace democracy As Mindy argues, reclaiming the internet doesn't start with Silicon Valley. It starts with local communities building alternatives from the ground up. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #MindySeu #ArtificialIntelligence #ChatGPT #BigTech #Internet #DigitalRights #Cyberfeminism #Surveillance #AI #Tech #Podcast AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Mindy Seu Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Constance Creswell 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.

    How Big Tech Took Control of Reality

  4. 24 juil.

    Gaming Whistleblower: They're Using Video Games To Control Your Mind

    https://www.theteanetwork.co What if your favourite video game was spying on you? Gaming isn't just entertainment anymore. With more than 3.5 billion players worldwide, it's become one of the most powerful cultural battlegrounds on Earth. From Beijing and Moscow to Riyadh, Washington and beyond, governments are investing billions in gaming—not just for profit, but to shape narratives and influence young audiences. This week on The Tea, we're joined by leading video games expert and author George Osborn to expose how states, corporations and political movements are turning the games we play into the next frontier of information warfare. Also in the show: ⚡ China's crackdown on gaming ⚡ Roblox: the world's first digital nation? ⚡ Hamza Saada and the democratisation of gaming ⚡ Gamergate: where the far-right found its voice ⚡ From Britain to Saudi Arabia and Russia: gaming as a tool of state power ⚡ Can gaming escape surveillance and political manipulation? Gaming is no longer just about play. As our guest argues, it has become one of the defining arenas where politics, culture and power collide—and understanding it is essential to understanding the world we're living in. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #GeorgeOsborn #Gaming #VideoGames #Politics #Geopolitics #Technology #News #CurrentAffairs #farright #USPolitics #UKPolitics AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: George Osborn Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Sana Serroukh Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Aliza Kayan-Ahmed and Iman Saleh 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.

    Gaming Whistleblower: They're Using Video Games To Control Your Mind

  5. 17 juil.

    The Jewish History Zionism Does Not Want You To Know

    https://www.theteanetwork.co Was the creation of the state of Israel really the only answer to antisemitism? Nearly three years into Israel's genocide in Gaza, support for Israel has fallen sharply across much of the Western world. And as old political certainties begin to fracture, more people are asking questions that once seemed almost impossible to ask. Was Zionism inevitable? Were there other visions of Jewish freedom? And what can these forgotten traditions tell us about the future? This week on The Tea, we’re joined by award-winning artist and journalist Molly Crabapple. In her New York Times bestselling book Where We Live Is Our Country, she resurrects the extraordinary history of the Jewish Labour Bund — a movement that imagined Jewish liberation not through a nation-state, but through solidarity, equality and the fight for justice wherever Jews lived. Also in the show: ⚡ Nationalism vs internationalism: two competing visions of Jewish liberation ⚡ The Bund: the forgotten Jewish movement that challenged Zionism ⚡ From antisemitism to Islamophobia: the politics of scapegoating minorities ⚡ Hebrew vs Yiddish: the battle over Jewish identity and memory ⚡ After Gaza: the sharp decline in support for Israel ⚡ Zohran Mamdani and the legacy of Yiddish socialism As our guest explains, these forgotten histories challenge the stories we’ve inherited — and force us to rethink identity, belonging and the fight for freedom today. These chapters are optimized for YouTube search and retention while accurately reflecting the flow of the discussion. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #MollyCrabapple #Zionism #Gaza #genocide #Israel #Palestine #TheJewishBund #Mamdani #antizionist #journalism AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Molly Crabapple Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Constance Creswell, Martha Missingham 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.

    The Jewish History Zionism Does Not Want You To Know

  6. 10 juil.

    We're Being Gaslit About How Smart AI Actually Is!

    Is AI really getting smarter than us or are we falling for the biggest myth in tech? AI is transforming the way we work, think and create. As machines begin outperforming humans in more tasks, the race to AGI and even superintelligence is often treated as inevitable. But is it? Or are we buying into Silicon Valley's biggest story? This week on The Tea, we are joined by one of Britain's sharpest voices on the human impact of technology, Anne-Marie Imafidon CEO of Stemettes and trustee at the Institute for the Future of Work to unpack what AI is really changing, why intelligence is far more complex than Silicon Valley admits, and what it means to remain human in an age racing towards artificial superintelligence. Also on the show: ⚡ AGI & the Silicon Valley narrative – AI hype or the next reality? ⚡ What human intelligence really is ⚡ AI and the future of work ⚡ Can AI agents ever become conscious? ⚡ The race to superintelligence – Who benefits? ⚡ What it means to be human in the age of AI Despite the apocalyptic headlines, our guest argues that a dystopian future isn't preordained. AI remains a human technology, shaped by human choices. As she puts it: "Technology is that it is still democratic... You don't have to be funded by the big whoever to build alternatives." 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #AnneMarieImafidon #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AGI #FutureOfWork #Technology #OpenAI #HumanIntelligence #CurrentAffairs #news AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Anne-Marie Imafidon Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Constance Creswell 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.

    We're Being Gaslit About How Smart AI Actually Is!

  7. 3 juil.

    The End of Capitalism Is Here!

    Capitalism isn't in crisis. It is the crisis. Rising inequalities. Endless austerity. Genocide. Permanent war. Climate collapse. AI-driven job losses. For best-selling author and economist Clara Mattei, these aren't failures of capitalism—they're the system working exactly as designed. This week on The Tea, Mattei joins us to challenge one of the most powerful assumptions of our time: that there is no alternative. Drawing from her new book, Escape from Capitalism, Mattei argues that capitalism isn't natural or inevitable. It has always depended on political intervention, economic precarity, and the violent suppression of alternatives to keep itself alive. If today's crises feel permanent, this is because they're built into the model. Also in the show: ⚡ BlackRock, Vanguard, State Street & the concentration of global wealth ⚡ Billionaires' growing obsession with land grabbing ⚡ China's hybrid model explained ⚡ Militarism - The beating heart of capitalism ⚡ Scandinavia and the myth of "humane capitalism" ⚡ Palestine as a lens on how austerity, militarisation, and state power converge ⚡ AI, automation & the loss of control ⚡ What would it take to build a better economic system? If capitalism is functioning exactly as intended, the question isn't how to fix it—but how we can get out of this trap and build a better system. 👉 Subscribe for fearless, independent conversations. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #ClaraMattei #Capitalism #Inequality #Economics #news #AI #UKPolitics #USPolitics #Billionaires #genocide Check out the Forum for Real Economic Emancipation (FREE) https://www.freefreeforum.org/about Head here to check the FREE podcast https://www.youtube.com/@UCimEsFacMz1lz6m6_MFgnmg AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Clara Mattei Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Constance Creswell 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.

    The End of Capitalism Is Here!

  8. 26 juin

    The Trial That Shook The Nation!

    Say these three words in Britain today and you could face up to 14 years in prison. The words are: "I support Palestine Action."  Following the group's proscription under UK terrorism law, expressing support can now constitute a serious criminal offence. This week on The Tea, we're joined by Palestine Action co-founder Huda Ammori to examine one of the most controversial political decisions in modern Britain. Why has Palestine Action been placed in the same legal category as ISIS and neo-Nazi organisations? And what does that mean for democracy, civil liberties and the future of political protest? From the Filton Four case to the government's use of counterterrorism powers, we ask: where is the line between criminal damage, civil disobedience and terrorism? Is this about protecting national security—or expanding the definition of terrorism to encompass political dissent? Also in the show: ⚡ How Palestine Action was formed: Ammori’s path to direct action ⚡ Can BDS change the system? The power of political campaigning ⚡ Is Palestine treated differently? Zionist influence in British politics ⚡ The Filton Four case explained ⚡ From Greta Thunberg to Massive Attack: the policing of dissent ⚡ Arms companies, accountability and the ethics of activism 👉 Subscribe for independent, unfiltered conversations 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #HudaAmmori #PalestineActionBan #Gaza #PoliticalActivism #BDS #IsraelPalestine #Protest  DISCLAIMER: Nothing in this video, nor in any associated social clips, should be interpreted or deemed to constitute support for, endorsement of, or affiliation with any proscribed organisation. AUDIO CREDITS Presenter–Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Huda Ammori Senior Producer: Sara Farolfi Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Assistant Producer: Poppy Jacobs Research: Constance Creswell 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.

    The Trial That Shook The Nation!
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The Tea with Myriam Francois: Where we spill the tea that everyone else is afraid to serve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Création
    The Tea
  • Années d’activité
    2025 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    81
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