Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff

Part Four: The Korean People's Association of Manchuria: When Two Million People Lived In a Horizontal Society

Sep 25, 2024
Mia Wong, an expert on Korean anarchism, dives into the fascinating history of the Korean People's Association of Manchuria, where two million people formed a unique horizontal society. She discusses the resilient spirit of Korean rebels during Japanese colonial rule, with the establishment of self-governing institutions and guerrilla groups. Wong also highlights Kim JoJin's pivotal role in this movement and examines the challenges faced from imperialism and communism, shaping modern understandings of autonomy and resistance through a rich cultural lens.
Ask episode
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes