Guerrilla History
Guerrilla History
Guerrilla History is the podcast that acts as a reconnaissance report of global history for the activist left, and aims to use the lessons of history to analyze the present.
Your hosts are educators Henry Hakamaki and Professor Adnan Husain, historian and Director of the School of Religion at Queens University.
Follow us on social media! Our podcast can be found on twitter at https://twitter.com/guerrilla_pod, and can be supported on patreon at https://www.patreon.com/guerrillahistory. Your contributions will make the show possible to continue and succeed!
Follow the hosts, Henry can be found on twitter at https://twitter.com/huck1995. Adnan can be followed on twitter at https://twitter.com/adnanahusain, and also runs The Majlis Podcast, which can be found at https://anchor.fm/msgp-queens, and the Muslim Societies-Global Perspectives group at Queens University, https://www.facebook.com/MSGPQU/. The other shows of the Revolutionary Left Radio family can be found at revolutionaryleftradio.com.
Thanks to Ryan Hakamaki, who designed and created the podcast's artwork, and Kevin MacLeod, who creates royalty-free music.
Your hosts are educators Henry Hakamaki and Professor Adnan Husain, historian and Director of the School of Religion at Queens University.
Follow us on social media! Our podcast can be found on twitter at https://twitter.com/guerrilla_pod, and can be supported on patreon at https://www.patreon.com/guerrillahistory. Your contributions will make the show possible to continue and succeed!
Follow the hosts, Henry can be found on twitter at https://twitter.com/huck1995. Adnan can be followed on twitter at https://twitter.com/adnanahusain, and also runs The Majlis Podcast, which can be found at https://anchor.fm/msgp-queens, and the Muslim Societies-Global Perspectives group at Queens University, https://www.facebook.com/MSGPQU/. The other shows of the Revolutionary Left Radio family can be found at revolutionaryleftradio.com.
Thanks to Ryan Hakamaki, who designed and created the podcast's artwork, and Kevin MacLeod, who creates royalty-free music.
Episodes
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Nov 28, 2025 • 2h 3min
Frantz Fanon: The Life and Works w/ Lou Turner (AR&D Ep.12)
In this engaging discussion, Lou Turner, a Clinical Professor in Urban and Regional Planning and a Fanon scholar, examines Frantz Fanon's profound impact on decolonization and mental health. He shares his early encounters with Fanon's texts and highlights his influence on American Black movements. Turner delves into Fanon's life, from his traumatic wartime experiences to his groundbreaking psychological approaches. Insightful reflections on Fanon’s dual role as a cultural therapist and revolutionary thinker reveal a complex legacy still relevant today.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 1h 26min
West African Women's Development (Part 1) w/ Takiyah Harper-Shipman [REMASTERED]
Join Takiyah Harper-Shipman, an Africana Studies professor and author, as she explores the multifaceted world of West African women's development. She discusses the complexities of development frameworks and the concept of 'ownership' in policy. Discover the legacy of Thomas Sankara and his challenges to colonial influences, alongside women's roles in national development. Takiyah also addresses AFRICOM’s impact on stability in West Africa, linking U.S. policies with local unrest and insurgencies. A thought-provoking conversation full of insights!
Nov 14, 2025 • 1h 21min
Precolonial Nigeria w/ Max Siollun (AR&D Ep.11)
Max Siollun, a historian and author of The Forgotten Era: Nigeria Before British Rule, dives into the rich tapestry of precolonial Nigerian history. He discusses the importance of reclaiming African agency in historiography and how modern ethnic identities emerged from colonial processes. Siollun also outlines the intricate political systems like the Sokoto Caliphate and the economic dynamics of Hausa states. He highlights the complex international relations of precolonial Nigeria, detailing diplomacy and its connections to the Atlantic trade, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of Nigeria's past.
Nov 7, 2025 • 60min
The Life and Times of Svetlana Grigorevna Ter-Minasova [From the Archives]
Svetlana Grigorevna Ter-Minasova is a prominent figure in Soviet and Russian foreign language education, now a Professor Emeritus. In this engaging conversation, she shares her childhood memories of growing up in WWII Moscow and how those experiences shaped her life. She humorously attributes her survival to Stalin and reflects on the complexities of Soviet civic education. From her role in nurturing future linguists to her views on gender equality in academia, Svetlana's insights are both nostalgic and thought-provoking.
Oct 31, 2025 • 2h 33min
Mining the Congo w/ Josaphat Musamba, Germain Ngoie Tshibambe, & Ben Radley (AR&D Ep.10)
Join Ben Radley, a lecturer and Congo mining expert, alongside Josaphat Musamba, a Congolese researcher and miner, as they dive into the complex world of mining in the Congo. They explore the stark differences between artisanal and industrial mining, labor conditions, and the environmental toll of extraction. Josaphat shares his personal journey through mining and community resistance efforts, while Ben discusses the geopolitical competition surrounding cobalt and other resources. The conversation reveals a deep impact on local communities and the urgent need for reform.
Oct 24, 2025 • 2h 15min
A Football Manifesto w/ Robert E. Wilson
In this episode of Guerrilla History, we have an extensive and fascinating conversation on football with Robert Wilson! This was a great conversation, not only if you are a fan of the sport. We highly recommend you also check out the interview Robert did on Rev Left Radio. Be sure to also check out our past episodes on football, each of which featured Alexander Aviña: Football! Palestine, Copa América, & the Euros, The World Cup: Sport, Politics, History, and Propaganda, and Intelligence Briefing: The Beautiful Game Robert E. Wilson is author of The Football Manifesto and The Supporters Trust League Manifesto. Check out Gaia Labs HERE. 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!!
Oct 17, 2025 • 1h 27min
Drone Strikes, the CIA, & Nobel "Peace" Prizes - Alex Aviña + Michael Fox on the Imperialist War on Venezuela
Join Alexander Aviña, an expert in Latin American history, and Michael Fox, a journalist based in Brazil, as they delve into the volatile situation in Venezuela. They discuss the implications of recent U.S. drone strikes and the history behind the war on drugs narrative used to justify intervention. The conversation also touches on economic influences, Venezuela's military alliances, and the geopolitical significance of the Nobel Peace Prize. Tune in for a thought-provoking look at imperialism, regional resistance, and the complexities of international relations.
Oct 13, 2025 • 1h 17min
Remembering Anticolonial Algiers: Panthers & Pan-African Revolutionaries w/Elaine Mokhtefi
Elaine Mokhtefi, an Algerian-American activist and author, shares her experiences in the heart of anti-colonial movements. She describes her journey to postcolonial Algeria, where she helped build a new nation and facilitated international solidarity among liberation groups. Elaine reveals behind-the-scenes moments with revolutionary leaders like Frantz Fanon and her role with the Black Panthers in Algiers. Their global activism, especially regarding Palestine and Vietnam, highlights the interconnectedness of struggles for freedom. This conversation captures the spirit of youthful commitment and ongoing solidarity.
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Sep 20, 2025 • 1h 18min
Subverting Syria: Dark Histories of US Empire w/ Patrick Higgins
This episode is a release of our sister program The Adnan Husain Show. Adnan discusses a crucial history of US subversion of Syria's sovereignty even before the conclusion of WW2 starting with interference and covert operations by the OSS precursor to the CIA and then through the entire Cold War with Dr. Patrick Higgins, a Middle East historian, co-editor of Liberated Texts and member of the Anti-Imperialist Scholars Collective. His article "Gunning for Damascus: The US War on the Syrian Arab Republic" is mandatory reading and the state of the field on this dark history. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/19436149.2023.2199487?scroll=top&needAccess=true#abstractart Support the show on Patreon if you can (and get early access to episodes)! www.patreon.com/adnanhusain Or make a one-time donation to the show and Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/adnanhusain Like, subscribe, share! Also available in video on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@adnanhusainshow X: @adnanahusain Substack: adnanahusain.substack.com www.adnanhusain.org
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Sep 12, 2025 • 1h 21min
The Future of Resistance w/ Ali Kadri
Ali Kadri, an esteemed professor and author known for his influential works on Arab development, dives into the future of resistance. He discusses the historical significance of opposition to capitalism and imperialism, highlighting humanity's intrinsic rebellious spirit. The conversation explores the fraught relationship between labor and capital, emphasizing the burdens of debt on developing nations. Kadri also connects historical frameworks to contemporary struggles, advocating for revolutionary solidarity and the importance of anti-colonial movements in today's geopolitical landscape.
