New Books in Critical Theory
Marshall Poe
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Episodes
Mentioned books
Jul 21, 2024 • 1h 2min
Arie Perliger, "American Zealots: Inside Right-Wing Domestic Terrorism" (Columbia UP, 2020)
Arie Perliger, an expert on right-wing domestic terrorism, discusses the rise of far-right violence targeting minorities and extremists in the US. He explores the history, tactics, and organizations of right-wing terrorism, offering policy recommendations to combat the threat. Topics include the diversity of far-right groups, challenges in data collection, impact of violence on communities, and addressing issues of masculinity and anti-feminism within these movements.
Jul 21, 2024 • 1h 11min
Lucia Hulsether, "Capitalist Humanitarianism" (Duke UP, 2023)
Lucia Hulsether discusses 'Capitalist Humanitarianism' by exploring how neoliberal elites incorporate leftist critiques for profit, from fair-trade consumption to microloans. She analyzes the racial and neocolonial implications of such projects, urging a critical perspective on humanitarian organizations in Central and South America. The conversation delves into the complexities of leftist engagement in capitalist practices and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to religious studies.
Jul 20, 2024 • 38min
Ujju Aggarwal, "Unsettling Choice: Race, Rights, and the Partitioning of Public Education" (U Minnesota Press, 2024)
Ujju Aggarwal discusses 'Unsettling Choice', highlighting how school choice perpetuates competition and exclusion. The podcast explores the neoliberal restructuring in public education post-Great Recession, revealing the entrapment of public schools in privatization and exclusion. Aggarwal shares insights on challenges faced by mothers in NYC navigating school options and the transition from community organizer to researcher. Ethical decisions in ethnographic research and historical examples of insurgent organizing in Education Against Enclosure are also explored.
Jul 18, 2024 • 57min
Freeman's Challenge: The Murder That Shook America's Original Prison for Profit
Dr. Robin Bernstein discusses 'Freeman's Challenge,' revealing the story of William Freeman's demand for wages in America's original prison for profit, leading to a murder that exposed the connection between incarceration and anti-Black racism. The podcast also explores the economic impact of Auburn Prison, challenging conventional beliefs about prisons and sparking curiosity about historical narratives.
Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 13min
Mahjabeen Dhala, "Feminist Theology and Social Justice in Islam: A Study on the Sermon of Fatima" (Cambridge UP, 2024)
Mahjabeen Dhala discusses 'Feminist Theology and Social Justice in Islam: A Study on the Sermon of Fatima'. The podcast delves into Fatima challenging societal norms, her resistance for inheritance rights, and her portrayal as a theologian and social activist. It explores themes of feminist theology, gender equality in Islam, and Fatima's emphasis on service-based leadership. The discussion also hints at a future project focusing on African female martyrs in Islam.
Jul 16, 2024 • 1h 10min
Michael Willrich, "American Anarchy: The Epic Struggle between Immigrant Radicals and the US Government at the Dawn of the Twentieth Century" (Basic Books, 2023)
Michael Willrich discusses the battle between immigrant radicals and the US government in the early 20th century. Topics include the brutal war on anarchy, legal defense of anarchists like Emma Goldman, the influence of the Haymarket Affair, and challenges faced by Russian Jewish immigrants.
Jul 14, 2024 • 37min
Kevin Leo Nadal, "Queering Law and Order: LGBTQ Communities and the Criminal Justice System" (Lexington Book, 2020)
Author Kevin Leo Nadal discusses the challenges faced by LGBTQ individuals in the criminal justice system, including historical trauma and systemic oppression. He explores the importance of queering law and order through a queer theory lens and offers tactical recommendations for real-world application. The podcast emphasizes the need to address discriminatory laws and advocate for LGBTQ communities in the legal system.
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Jul 14, 2024 • 1h 24min
Mónica A. Jiménez, "Making Never-Never Land: Race and Law in the Creation of Puerto Rico" (UNC Press, 2024)
Dr. Mónica A. Jiménez discusses race and law in Puerto Rico, tracing colonial dynamics and the impact of Supreme Court decisions. The podcast explores the legal history, economic challenges, and racial exclusion in Puerto Rico. Topics include the financial crisis, gentrification, and the formation of ELA post-World War II.
Jul 13, 2024 • 42min
Matt Houlbrook et al., "Men and Masculinities in Modern Britain: A History for the Present" (Manchester UP, 2024)
Listen to a discussion with Matt Houlbrook, Katie Jones, and Ben Mechen as they delve into the history of men and masculinities in modern Britain. Topics include the intersection of state bureaucracy and masculinity, narratives of masculinity in Sheffield and Liverpool, and reflective moments on masculinity in the historical profession. Discover how historical research can provide insights into understanding contemporary society.
Jul 12, 2024 • 47min
Maya Wind, "Towers of Ivory and Steel: How Israeli Universities Deny Palestinian Freedom" (Verso, 2024)
Maya Wind exposes how Israeli universities support oppression against Palestinians by hindering education rights, suppressing critical scholarship, and targeting student dissent. The podcast discusses the historical collaboration between Israeli universities and the military industry, the role of academic disciplines in furthering the settler colonial project, and student resistance within universities.
