Paul Fontaine

Reykjavik Grapevine

Guest

News Editor at the Reykjavik Grapevine

Paul Fontaine on KCRW

Iceland may seem remote to most Americans, but it’s subject to political forces just like the rest of Europe — and to social media, just like the rest of the world.  That’s one reason…

Behind the political success of Iceland's 'Pirate Party'

Iceland may seem remote to most Americans, but it’s subject to political forces just like the rest of Europe — and to social media, just like the rest of the world.  That’s one reason…

from To the Point

The massive document leak called the " Panama Papers " has claimed its first victim.

Scandal Takes Down Iceland's Prime Minister

The massive document leak called the " Panama Papers " has claimed its first victim.

from To the Point

More from KCRW

Kim Masters and Matt Belloni break down a letter signed by hundreds of SAG-AFTRA members calling on union leaders to protect Pro-Palestine members from being blacklisted.

from The Business

In the 365 days following the events of Oct. 7, the situation in the Middle East is as complicated as ever.

from Scheer Intelligence

Does “working class” mean what it used to? Is fracking getting more attention than it deserves? Plus, KCRW examines what came out of one culture war in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

from Left, Right & Center

What does “MAGA” mean in 2024? Trump and Harris clash on poverty policy. Plus, KCRW discusses opponents of free school lunch programs.

from Left, Right & Center

Former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do has agreed to plead guilty to federal corruption charges after prosecutors say he accepted more than half a million dollars in bribes.

from KCRW Features

Prop 34 – sponsored by the California Apartment Association – looks like health care reform, but it’s crafted to stop one nonprofit from spending on politics.

from KCRW Features

City Councilman Kevin De Leon is running for reelection against tenant rights attorney Ysabel Jurado. The outcome could determine whether City Hall leans more progressive.

from KCRW Features

By proving how much money Little Arabia brings to Orange County, advocates got Anaheim to post highway signs pointing travelers to that ethnic neighborhood.

from KCRW Features

What is a “never Trump” Republican? Both Trump and Harris are trying to win over swing and Centrist voters. Plus, conflict in the Middle East turns to Lebanon.

from Left, Right & Center