Dr William Barylo is a sociologist and visual artist using pictures and film to explore social issues from a decolonial and restorative perspective. He looks at how grassroots initiatives in Europe and North America navigate societal challenges. We sat down to discuss his latest publication: British Muslims in the Neoliberal Empire: Resisting, Healing, and Flourishing in the Metacolonial Era.

Dr William's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UC1KQMrAkTXCx0oGPWppZKVg

Website: https://williambarylo.com

Get hold of the book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/British-Muslims-Neoliberal-Empire-Metacolonial-ebook/dp/B0F1NCFJVH/

(0:00) Trailer

(0:57) What is neoliberalism?

(6:09) How to survive the system

(13:27) Harms vs benefits

(23:44) What is metacolonialism?

(34:36) Breaking the cycle

(42:28) The importance of faith

(1:02:36) Reimagining ummah

(1:15:01) Representation... so what?

(1:17:39) Remaining hopeful and active

(1:25:08) Conclusion

#23 - Dr William Barylo: How To RESIST Neoliberalism & Metacolonialism