Presented by Kali Akuno (Cooperation Jackson) & Thandi Chimurenga The Build and Fight lecture delves into the structural crisis of capitalism, the necessity of mutual aid, and the push toward economic self-determination. Akuno frames the discussion around Antonio Gramsci’s concept that “the old world is dying, the new world struggles to be born, now is the time of … Continued
The Strategy Behind Trump’s War on the So-Called Legacy Media
An Assessment of How the Senate Democrats Might Extricate Themselves From the Government Shutdown Trap
Having Decided Chuck Schumer Is No Longer Jewish, Trump Conflates Terrorism, Anti-Semitism, and Anti-Americanism
Full Moon Lunar Eclipse Radio Participatory sizzle Mercury stationing late Friday, Venus descending into Underworld and we with her/him Much with which to cahoot, so welcoming fellow Libran, Venus in Scorpio, Moon in Virgo – Eli Painted Crow Eli PaintedCrow (Maya/Yaqui) is the Founder of Turtle Women Rising, a peace activist, a ceremonialist elder … Continued
Independent filmmaker Todd Haynes discusses his career in this new wide-ranging interview. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, noted feminist Nigerian novelist, talks about her 2013 novel, “Americanah.” Also: A review of “Uncle Vanya” now at Berkeley Rep. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.
Vanessa Wills, author of Marx’s Ethical Vision, on the morality behind Marxian “science” • Mathis Ebbinghaus on the effects of the summer 2020 anti-cop protests on police budgets (paper here)
History shows that LGBTQ+ rights follow a recurring cycle—gains in inclusion often face pushback, and the same warning signs appear worldwide. This radio feature examines three key areas where these battles are fought: freedom of expression, military service, and marriage equality. From Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” law to Ghana’s harsh anti-LGBTQ+ bill, restrictions on speech signal … Continued
The richly diverse and fascinating world of culture and politics of the Middle East and North Africa, co-hosted by Khalil and Malihe.
Part 1. Deportations In The First Red Scare Guest: Chris Finan is an author and historian. He worked as a free speech activist for over 40 years and led several groups, including the National Coalition Against Censorship. He is the author of several books, including the award-winning history, From the Palmer Raids to the Patriot … Continued
Democracy Now! is a daily national independent award-winning news program, hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez. This hour rebroadcasts the 6am hour. For daily episode descriptions, see Democracy Now! (6am).
We start today’s show with our recurring segment, the State Terror Roundup. Then, Colombia University student Mahmoud Khalil is the first pro-Palestinain activist to be disappeared by the Trump administration; with the President making good on his promise to target people supportive of a free Palestine. Some folks in congress have piped up – but … Continued
