Red Start Podcast

Explore the fine line between popular uprisings and revolutions, emphasizing the need for strong political leadership. Discover the fight against neoliberalism through grassroots unity and democratic debate among leftist movements. Gain insight into the successful mobilization against the privatization of Uruguay's ANCAP, showcasing community involvement. Lastly, examine the risks revolutionary leaders face when misjudging circumstances, stressing the importance of aligning strategies with grassroots sentiments.

Red Star member Zoe interviews outgoing NPC members Jenbo and Jen M along with Red Star NPC candidates Megan R and John L about the past two NPC terms, what they've learned and what they've accomplished, and what our hopes are for the upcoming DSA convention and NPC term.

Red Star member Matt interviews EWOC volunteer and Communist Caucus member Matthew about EWOC, local EWOC, and different approaches to labor organizing in DSA.

00:00 - LeftRoots, "Protagonism, Socialist Leadership, and Socialist Organizing" 49:12 - Harnecker, "Ideas for the Struggle: Convince, Not Impose" 53:50 - Michael Lebowitz, "Protagonism and Productivity"

This podcast explores the philosophical outlook of materialism and its opposition to idealism, emphasizing the importance of transforming our material reality to shape consciousness. It discusses the principles of materialist dialectics and the significance of recognizing contradictions. The podcast also explores the concepts of necessity and chance in scientific investigation, delves into the transformative nature of struggles, and discusses the transformation of the proletariat and societal change.

This podcast explores topics such as the challenges faced by the left and progressive forces, the overlooked potential of indigenous people and Christians in Latin American revolutions, building a correlation of forces, strategies for the working class under neoliberalism, building a solid political organization, unity and diversity in class parties, overcoming hegemonism, consensus and unity in left political organizations, bringing together experts and activists, and finding a balance between centralism and democracy.

Comrade Michael explains venture capitalism and the relationship between imperialism and capitalism. The session explores the dynamics between capitalists and the proletariat, the role of venture capital and IPOs, and the difference between venture capital and stock market returns. It also discusses the evolution of capitalism, its impact on non-ultra-rich individuals, and the relevance of imperialism in today's socialist movement.

The podcast discusses the emergence of capitalism, imperialism, and socialism. It explores differing perspectives on imperialism and socialism, the relevance of Lenin's writing on imperialism during World War I, and the need to build a logical social system and exert control over capital.

The podcast discusses George Jackson's 'Blood in My Eye' and its relevance to socialist organizing. Topics include the co-opting of the abolitionist movement, America's absorption of Nazi scientists, American intelligence's connections to Nazi agencies, and Lenin's book on imperialism. The use of violence in revolutionary movements is also explored, with a focus on the tactics of the Black Panthers and the Rainbow Coalition.

Discover the organizing methods of William Z. Foster in the steel industry and the role of political education in the socialist project. Explore Bill Foster's early life, self-education, and commitment to revolutionary politics. Learn about the rise to power and health struggles of a prominent figure in the CPUSA. Delve into organizing theory and methods in the steel industry during 1936. Understand the importance of education and unity among white workers. Gain insights into lessons in organizing and industrial unionism, advocating for specific worker organizations and avoiding abstract debates or competition.