Tariq Ali

Tom Stevenson & Tariq Ali discuss the myth of Britain as a global player and its subservience to the United States. They delve into topics such as Britain's relationship with the US, the actions of Israel and the US in Gaza and Iraq, the geopolitical importance of the Persian Gulf, and the decline of the British Empire. They also touch on foreign policy, the American decline, and domestic politics in the US.

Join Tariq Ali, a renowned journalist and filmmaker, Professor Kehinde Andrews, an expert in Black Studies, and Alexandra Reza, an insightful New Generation Thinker, as they dissect Frantz Fanon's compelling ideas. They delve into the legacy of colonialism and its impact on identity, exploring themes of resistance and dignity from Fanon’s works, 'Black Skin, White Masks' and 'The Wretched of the Earth.' Their conversation highlights the ongoing relevance of Fanon's philosophy in today's social movements and the complexities of navigating identity in a post-colonial world.

Tariq Rauf, former Head of Verification and Security Policy at the IAEA, and Tariq Ali, historian and editor at the New Left Review, dive into the complex world of nuclear arms. They discuss who holds the authority over nuclear proliferation, stressing the disparities created by treaties like the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. The conversation also highlights how military actions by the US and Israel might spark a desire for nuclear capabilities in other nations. The implications for global security and emerging candidates like Poland and Japan are particularly unsettling.