

Walter Rodney’s revolutionary praxis: An interview with Devyn Springer
Aug 31, 2022
Devyn Springer, an interviewee for Walter Rodney's revolutionary praxis, discusses the preservation of Rodney's legacy through the Walter Rodney Foundation. They also explore the continued relevance of Rodney's work in understanding Western imperialism, African resistance, and the impact of his revolutionary theories on reading groups in prisons and young writers, researchers, and organizers. Additionally, they discuss Walter Rodney's Marxist perspective on Black Power and the inclusive nature of his concept of Blackness.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Preserving Walter Rodney's Legacy
02:02 • 8min
Understanding Western Imperialism and African Resistance through Walter Rodney's 'How Europe Underdeveloped Africa'
10:22 • 4min
The Revolutionary Influence of Walter Rodney
14:40 • 11min
Walter Rodney's Revolutionary Conception of Black Power and Blackness
25:32 • 2min