Echoes of Injustice: Trump and the Legacy of Guantanamo Bay
Guantanamo was supposed to be history—but it’s still being used as political theater. Human rights attorney Joshua Colangelo-Bryan joins Lean to the Left to explain how fear, demagoguery, and cruelty continue to shape U.S. policy.
The Power of States: Environmental Health Policy and Action
by Bob Gatty Welcome to the Lean to the Left Podcast recap, where we focus on progressive politics and critical social issues that face our society today. In this episode, our focus is on environmental health and the crucial role states can play in leading innovative policies for a healthier planet. Our guest, Susan Kaplan, […]
Mullins McLeod: Fighting Political Corruption in the Deep South
Can South Carolina finally break the grip of corruption?
Meet Mullins McLeod — a gubernatorial candidate calling out donor control, fighting for fair wages, and championing transparency.
How Small Actions Spark Big Social Change in a Broken System
In a world fraught with issues like climate change, racial injustice, and socioeconomic inequality, many of us find ourselves bewildered by the scale of these challenges — especially in this era of Donald Trump and his desire for domination. In this episode of “Lean to the Left Podcast,” host Bob Gatty engages with Michael Brownstein, […]
Impact of USAID Shutdown: Let Them Eat Cake
Foreign aid is more than policy—it’s a reflection of national values. Former USAID senior manager Clifford Brown discusses the dismantling of USAID and its lasting global impact on the Lean to the Left Podcast.
Dixie Dems: A Progressive Voice in the South During the Holidays
By Bob Gatty As the holiday season envelops us with its familiar warmth and festive cheer, the Dixie Dems take a moment amidst the decorations, gatherings, and reflections to share an insightful and engaging discussion on the prominent political landscapes unfolding in the southern United States. Watch Listen Season’s Tidings from the Dixie Dems In […]
Marine Gunnery Sgt. Ret. Carl Able on Following Illegal Orders
Retired Marine Gunnery Sgt. Carl Abel says that if he were one of the war fighters ordered to kill those two sailers clinging from that bombed out fishing boat supposedly filled with drugs, he “probably would have refused” following illegal orders. This clip is edited from the following comments by Abel on the complete Lean […]
From Republican to Democrat: A Marine Dumps Trump’s GOP
Special guest Carl Able shares his journey from conservative to Democrat and discusses how we can cut through the political noise. A retired Marine gunnery sergeant, Able explains why he would not have followed Hegseth’s order to kill those two sailers hanging from their fishing boat the US had just blew up.
Greed, Politics, and Environmental Sacrifice
If you think environmental injustice is someone else’s problem, Running for the Mountains proves otherwise. Filmmakers Babette Hogan and Julie Eisenberg break down how greed and politics intersect to sacrifice communities—and why speaking out still matters.
The Alarming Intersection of AI and Sexual Exploitation: Insights from Roger Canaff
Join us on ‘Lean To the Left’ as we dive into the dangerous new frontier of AI in child sex abuse with expert Roger Canaff.