Bernie Bros couldn’t believe their luck this week as the Vermont Senator announced he was launching his very own podcast. The first few episodes, according to the man himself, will focus on Sanders’s most recent book, It’s OK To Be Angry About Capitalism — another nice little earner for the 82-year-old politician, who has made over $2.5 million in book advances and royalties since 2011.
I am excited to announce that, this week, I am launching a new podcast. In the first few episodes, we discuss my recent book, It's Ok to Be Angry About Capitalism.
If you'd like a copy of the book, you can make a contribution today — of $12 or any amount you can afford — at… pic.twitter.com/etRGNQeaju
— Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) March 18, 2024
On this side of the pond, politicians joining the podsphere has become increasingly common, with Rory Stewart, Ruth Davidson, George Osborne and Ed Balls doing their best to offer the listening public 50 shades of centrism. In America, the podcast space has been largely occupied by the Right, featuring rumoured Zodiac Killer Ted Cruz and headbanger-in-chief Matt Gaetz. Bernie has a more devoted personal following than either of the two Republicans, so he might find himself climbing into the upper reaches of the podcast charts before too long. Joe Rogan should watch out…
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