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Revolutionary Left Radio
Discussing political philosophy, current events, activism, and the inevitable historical downfall of capitalism from a revolutionary leftist perspective.
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Jul 21, 2020 • 2h 8min
Michael Brooks: Meditation, Materialism, and Marxism
This is a re-upload of an episode we did with Michael Brooks, who tragically passed away recently at the age of 36. Michael's impact lives on and we humbly carry on his radical spirit of loving kindness, compassion, proletarian internationalism, and genuine existential decency. More than anything, we honor and carry on his spirit of Revolutionary Love. Rest in Power, Michael. Check out "Honoring Michael Brooks" Outro Song: Drugs with Friends by Car Seat Headrest

Jul 17, 2020 • 2h 5min
Mind & Nature: Dialectics, Evolution, and Eco-Marxism
In this collaboration with Revolutionary Lumpen Radio, Breht, Shibby, and Ryan have a wide-ranging discussion on a myriad of topics including Buddhist philosophy, Marxist dialectics, space travel, engaging with nature, hunting & veganism, the illusion of separateness, and much, much more. Support Revolutionary Lumpen Radio Revolutionary Lumpen Radio on Twitter: @Lumpen_Radio Ryan on Twitter: @TheZenMarxist Shibby on Instagram: @ShibbysIG The Motown Mix for the first 34 mins: https://soundcloud.com/kaci-lea-lynch/motownmix LEARN MORE ABOUT REV LEFT RADIO: www.revolutionaryleftradio.com

Jul 14, 2020 • 1h 50min
Maoism in India: The Naxalites
V and Rea join Breht to discuss the Naxalite movement in India, the context in which the Naxalites arose, the reaction to them by the Indian state and Indian fascists, the role imperialism plays in the conflict, and much more! For sources, links, or further recommendations, please feel free to reach out to Rea on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/a_busy_woman Outro Music: 'Curtain Call' by Ruby Ibarra LEARN MORE ABOUT REV LEFT RADIO: www.revolutionaryleftradio.com

Jul 6, 2020 • 1h 25min
Necrocapitalism: Plague, Ideology, & the Murderous Logic of Capital
This podcast explores the violent nature of capitalism during the pandemic, discussing exterminism and necropolitics. It critiques capitalist ideology, explores the impact of the pandemic on long term care homes, and discusses the role of dystopian fiction in upholding capitalist realism. The podcast also delves into the dichotomy of protesters and the use of outside agitators trope, and highlights how liberals attempt to shift blame onto individual protesters while obscuring state responsibility.

Jul 3, 2020 • 1h 27min
Challenging Capitalism: Envisioning a Socialist Workplace
This episode is a collaboration between Radical Reflections and Rev Left Radio. David from RR and Breht from RLR join forces once again; this time to discuss how the workplace operates under capitalism, and what it could be under socialism. Check out more from Radical Reflections HERE Join the Radical Reflections Patreon HERE Outro Music: 'Get Up' by The Coup (feat. Dead Prez) LEARN MORE ABOUT REV LEFT RADIO: www.revolutionaryleftradio.com

Jul 1, 2020 • 1h 12min
Understanding Maoism: Critique of Maoist Reason
J. Moufawad-Paul, author of several books, and Breht discuss different strains of Maoist thought, tackling topics like dogmatism, eclecticism, and the need for education on the Shining Path. They emphasize the importance of collective study, honest critique, and a critical analysis of Maoism as a science.

Jun 25, 2020 • 1h 45min
From the River to the Sea: The Palestinian Liberation Struggle
Nu'man joins Breht to discuss the Palestinian Struggle, the Intifadas, the historical solidarity between black revolutionaries in the US and Palestinian revolutionaries, settler colonialism, Frantz Fanon, and SO much more. This was a really engaging interview, and we are positive that our listeners will love it! Follow Nu'man on Twitter Check out Students For Justice in Palestine (website made by Nu'man!) Films mentioned in the Episode: The Wanted 18 1948: Creation and Catastrophe Book Recommendations: The Hundred Years War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi The Palestine Communist Party by Musa Budeiri Freedom is a Constant Struggle by Angela Davis The Right to Maim by Jasbir Puar Articles to Check Out: Discursive and Political Deployments by/of the 2002 Palestinian Women Suicide Bombers/Martyrs by Frances S. Hasso (PDF HERE) Jerusalem Quarterly and the Institute for Palestine Studies both have over 70 years of journals all pertaining to Palestine . How does the push to "modernize" Palestine by bringing it further into the global capitalist market impact the anti-occupation struggle?: A case study of Rawabi by Nu'man Organizations: Al Quas, BDS, JVP, SJP (all have varied information about the struggle and are doing good work in Palestine and the united states/canada) Outro Music: 'Al Kufiyee 3arabeyyeh' Shadia Mansour ft. M1 (Dead Prez) LEARN MORE ABOUT REV LEFT RADIO: www.revolutionaryleftradio.com

Jun 21, 2020 • 1h 58min
The Haitian Revolution
Alex Aviña returns to RLR to discuss the Haitian Revolution! Alexander Aviña is an associate professor of Latin American history in the School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies at Arizona State University. His book, "Specters of Revolution: Peasant Guerrillas in the Cold War Mexican Countryside" , was awarded the Maria Elena Martínez Book Prize in Mexican History for 2015 by the Conference on Latin American History. Outro music 'Africa Hot!' by Dead Prez and DJ Green Lantern LEARN MORE ABOUT REV LEFT RADIO: www.revolutionaryleftradio.com

Jun 19, 2020 • 55min
Toward Abolition: Building a World Without Police or Prisons
Josh Briond -- from "Millennials Are Killing Capitalism" and "Black Alliance for Peace" -- joins Breht to discuss prison and police abolitionism. Follow Josh on Twitter Follow Radical Theory Check out Josh's writings at the Hampton Institute Outro music 'End of Daze' (feat. Jurdan Bryant, Mereba, and Hollywood JB) by Spillage Village, EARTHGANG, and JID LEARN MORE ABOUT REV LEFT RADIO: www.revolutionaryleftradio.com

Jun 14, 2020 • 10min
Red Menace Teaser: Rebellion in a Police State
Find the full episode, and all other Red Menace episodes, here: https://redmenace.libsyn.com/ Learn more here: https://www.revolutionaryleftradio.com/