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 Rob Reiner Conversation We Deserved.
December 24, 2025Rob Reiner’s films defined ‘90s liberalism. His tragic death and Trump’s response mark the end of an era that never existed. Time to dream bigger.
The Revenge Porn Presidency.
December 9, 2025Donald Trump’s presidency is compared to Emperor Commodus, highlighting the destructive cultural, political, and economic impacts potentially marking the beginning of America’s decline.
The Music Has Stopped.
November 24, 2025The U.S. faces a looming financial crisis fueled by economic missteps, political distractions, and waning global confidence. Explore the parallels to the 1929 crash and Trump’s impact.
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
America the Illusion: What Venezuela Operation Reveals
January 16, 2026America’s mythology of freedom and democracy has always masked imperial extraction. The Venezuela operation reveals how the illusion is finally collapsing—and what comes next.
Progressive Spotlight: Letitia James.
January 12, 2026While known nationally as a Trump foil, Letitia James has spent her career fighting for working people and holding power to account.
NDAA Breaks Another Funding Record As Trump Masquerades as Peacemaker
December 19, 2025Trump, who has openly petitioned for a Nobel Peace Prize, will soon get his hands on the largest military budget in history.
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.
Recent work from Christopher Twarowski
Progressive Spotlight: David Dayen.
August 15, 2025David Dayen runs progressive news outlet The American Prospect and strives to confront, expose, and rectify abuses of power by the people, policies, and politics most consequential to everyday Americans, and democracy overall.