Max
Max is a political commentator and essayist who focuses on the intersection of American socioeconomic theory and politics in the modern era. He is the publisher of UNFTR Media and host of the popular Unf*cking the Republic podcast and YouTube channel. Prior to founding UNFTR, Max spent fifteen years as a publisher and columnist in the alternative newsweekly industry and a decade in terrestrial radio. Max is also a regular contributor to the MeidasTouch Network where he covers the U.S. economy.
Recent work from Max
The Duhpartment of Duhfense.
November 3, 2026Explore the hidden costs of U.S. military spending, challenging the status quo while advocating for a shift towards public investment in essential services.
Phone A Friend: Anand Giridharadas.
November 2, 2026Explore Anand Giridharadas’s thought-provoking book, Man in the Mirror, which examines a tragic subway incident as a reflection of America’s deeper societal issues.
Don’t Buy the AI Hype Before Reading This.
October 29, 2026Discover the signs that the AI hype is deflating as market realities, off-balance-sheet risks, and China’s AI struggles come to light.
Rashed Mian
Rashed Mian is the managing editor of the award-winning News Beat podcast and co-founder of the newly launched Free The Press (FTP) Substack newsletter. Throughout his career, he has reported on a wide range of issues, with a particular focus on civil liberties, systemic injustice and U.S. hegemony.
Recent work from Rashed Mian
Battle Over GOP Redistricted Seats Tell The Story of Midterms
November 2, 2026The GOP’s gerrymandering efforts in the 2026 midterms face backlash as redrawn districts become competitive, revealing Trump’s declining popularity and potential Democratic gains.
Four Decades After the CIA’s Warning, Trump’s Iran War Is Playing Out Exactly as Predicted
October 22, 2026President Trump’s Iran war echoes a 1983 CIA warning, revealing dire consequences for Gulf states and the U.S.
‘Free’ Press: Oligopoly and the Erosion of Civil Liberties
October 14, 2026The Paramount Skydance-WarnerBros. Discovery merger is the biggest example yet of how the oligopoly is leading to an erosion of our rights, the ‘free’ press included.
Christopher Twarowski
Christopher Twarowski is editor in chief of award-winning social justice podcast News Beat and co-founder of Substack newsletter Free The Press (FTP). He has also written for the financial and metro desks of The Washington Post. He strives to shine a light on under-reported issues and communities and spark positive change. Follow him on X @investigations1.