Guerrilla History

In this episode of Guerrilla History, we bring on a good comrade of ours, Max Ajl (much overdue, we might add)!  Here, we get a primer on the agrarian question and discuss its importance to national liberation struggles globally!  Max is the perfect guest for this conversation, and we know you'll get a lot out of it. Max Ajl is is an associated researcher with the Tunisian Observatory for Food Sovereignty and the Environment, a researcher on decolonization, post-colonial planning, Arab dependency theory and food sovereignty at Ghent University, and the author of the outstanding A People's Green New Deal.  You can follow Max on twitter @maxajl.  Help support the show by signing up to our patreon, where you also will get bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/guerrillahistory 

Isa Blumi, a historian and Professor of Turkish and Middle Eastern Studies at Stockholm University, dives deep into Yemen's robust history of resisting colonialism and its geopolitical significance. He discusses Yemen's encounters with empires, especially British colonial ambitions, and emphasizes the cultural resilience amidst ongoing humanitarian crises. Blumi connects Yemen's struggles to contemporary movements, showcasing its solidarity with Palestine and critiques foreign interventions, particularly U.S. policies that have shaped its quest for independence.

Shireen Al-Adeimi, an expert on Yemen's war and humanitarian crisis, and Rune Agerhus, a political commentator and founder of Hamra Books, dive into Yemen's turbulent history and its fight against imperialism. They illuminate how colonial legacies shape modern challenges and emphasize the impact of foreign interventions. The discussion highlights Yemen's resilience amid conflict and critiques media narratives that dehumanize victims. Their insights connect Yemen's struggles with broader global issues, especially in support of Palestinian rights.

In this fascinating remastered episode (originally released Jul 8, 2022), we talk with Professor Brandon Wolfe-Hunnicutt about the numerous coups of Iraq from 1953-1968 (and the CIA/State Department role in these) amidst the background of rising Arab nationalist politics and pushes by several groups for nationalization of Iraqi oil.  A fantastic discussion based off of Brandon's equally fabulous book The Paranoid Style in American Diplomacy: Oil and Arab Nationalism in Iraq! Brandon Wolfe-Hunnicutt is a historian at California State University, Stanislas.  You can (and should!) get The Paranoid Style in American Diplomacy: Oil and Arab Nationalism in Iraq from Stanford University Press https://www.sup.org/books/title/?id=26330  Help support the show by signing up to our patreon, where you also will get bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/guerrillahistory  We also have a (free!) newsletter you can sign up for, and please note that Guerrilla History now is uploading on YouTube as well, so do us a favor, subscribe to the show and share some links from there so we can get helped out in the algorithms!

In this excellent conversation (originally released Apr 14, 2023), we talk with Comrade Booker Omole of the Communist Party of Kenya about their book release - The Building of the Communist Party of Kenya!  A great conversation about building a Communist Party, the book is a tremendous resource, and all proceeds of it go towards supporting the CPK! Booker Omole is the National Vice Chairperson and National Organizing Secretary of the Communist Party of Kenya.  He can be found on Twitter @BookerBiro. Support the Communist Party of Kenya!  You can contribute to their fundraising drive on PayPal.  You can follow them on Twitter @CommunistsKe, on Facebook, YouTube, or on Instagram.  You can also support them by buying something from their Propaganda Shop or getting the book we talked about today!  You can also check out their website at https://www.communistpartyofkenya.org/. Help support the show by signing up to our patreon, where you also will get bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/guerrillahistory  We also have a (free!) newsletter you can sign up for, and please note that Guerrilla History now is uploading on YouTube as well, so do us a favor, subscribe to the show and share some links from there so we can get helped out in the algorithms!

In this remastered episode (originally aired 18 December 2020) of Guerrilla History, we are joined by Hisila Yami to talk about The People's War in Nepal, and the role of women in it. Hisila Yami was a leader in The People's War, a three times minister of Nepal, a former member of the Constituent Assembly, and the author of People's War and Women's Liberation in Nepal.  She can be followed on twitter @HisilaPost.    Help support the show by signing up to our patreon, where you also will get bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/guerrillahistory  We also have a (free!) newsletter you can sign up for, and please note that Guerrilla History now is uploading on YouTube as well, so do us a favor, subscribe to the show and share some links from there so we can get helped out in the algorithms!!

Nina Farnia, a legal historian and law professor, dives into the chilling concept of lawfare, revealing how legal systems are weaponized to stifle dissent and maintain control. She discusses the historical evolution of this manipulation from colonial times to modern practices in the U.S. The conversation touches on American imperialism's financial motives and its repercussions on global populations. Farnia also highlights the interplay between law and resistance movements, emphasizing the potential for transformative change amid legalized oppression, while foreshadowing her forthcoming book.

Dr. Gerald Horne, a prominent historian and Chair at the University of Houston, engages in a thought-provoking discussion about resistance in Los Angeles. He examines how historical struggles against racial capitalism relate to contemporary issues like ICE raids and U.S. foreign policy. Horne connects the legacies of the Black Panthers to modern activism, emphasizing the need for international solidarity. The conversation also explores the complexities of social movements, anti-Semitism, and the evolving dynamics of justice in marginalized communities.

Ali Kadri, an esteemed professor and author, dives deep into the thought-provoking concept of sanctions as genocide. He explores how U.S. sanctions serve as powerful tools of war, often leading to humanitarian crises akin to genocide. Kadri discusses the impact of economic disparities and structural genocide, particularly highlighting the dire situation in Gaza. The conversation challenges listeners to consider the broader implications of sanctions on global stability and the need for revolutionary consciousness against systemic oppression.

In this great episode of Guerrilla History, we have a discussion with Linda Quiquivix about her study and book Palestine 1492: A Report Back, which is a study of 500 years of the struggle for life in words, maps, and images in the seven cardinal directions in Mayan philosophy and in the spiral that is time.  This was such an interesting conversation, and one which we think you will find really useful! Linda Quiquivix is a geographer and popular educator of Maya-Mam roots raised by Palestinians, Zapatistas, Panthers, and jaguars. Learn more about her work at quiqui.org. Help support the show by signing up to our patreon, where you also will get bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/guerrillahistory  We also have a (free!) newsletter you can sign up for, and please note that Guerrilla History now is uploading on YouTube as well, so do us a favor, subscribe to the show and share some links from there so we can get helped out in the algorithms!! *As mentioned, you will be able to find Tsars and Commissars: From Rus to Modern Russia soon on YouTube.