

Novara FM: Mourn the Dead, Fight Like Hell for the Living w/ Sarah Jaffe
Sep 12, 2024
In this engaging discussion, journalist Sarah Jaffe explores the intricate ties between grief and activism, drawing from her upcoming book. She reflects on personal and collective experiences of loss, examining its impact on social issues like COVID-19 and climate change. Jaffe addresses how grief can inspire vengeance and solidarity, particularly in movements against systemic injustice. Delving into the haunting narratives of marginalized communities, she underscores the transformative power of grief in fostering empathy and driving social change.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Grief and Revolution: A Personal Narrative
03:36 • 23min
Grief, Vengeance, and Political Activism
26:27 • 33min
Haunting Narratives: Violence, History, and Systemic Injustice
59:15 • 4min
The Cold Calculus of Workers’ Lives
01:03:10 • 2min
Understanding Climate Grief
01:05:27 • 4min
The Transformative Power of Grief: A Collective Journey
01:09:43 • 4min