Dalia Gebrial

Dalia Gebrial, a political commentator dedicated to social justice and international solidarity, dives into pressing topics. She critiques Rachel Reeves’ budget, arguing it fails to uphold promises to working-class citizens while benefiting the wealthy. The discussion highlights the generational divide in UK politics, with younger voters leaning left while older voters shift right. Dalia emphasizes the humanitarian impact of migration policies and warns of polarizing trends among youth if economic grievances go unaddressed, advocating for unity across generations.

Prison abolitionist Ruth Wilson Gilmore and critical geographer Dalia Gebrial discuss topics such as racial capitalism, critical geography, and the role of prisons in addressing societal issues. They explore the connection between racism and capitalism, the use of race as a governing tool, and the challenges faced in narrating innocence. The podcast also covers the impact of platforms on racialized migrant workers, resistance to defunding prisons and policing, and the role of policing in the London taxi economy.