Rev Left Radio

This podcast discusses the history of the Nakba and the weakness of a two state solution in the conflict in Palestine. It explores the global support for Palestine against Zionist propaganda and the forgotten history of Palestine in 1948. The podcast also includes a personal account of a massacre in Deregocene and discusses the far-reaching effects of the events. It examines the pretense of targeting Hamas and the deteriorating world order, while emphasizing the importance of condemning Israel and ending the occupation.

Breht discusses the current situation in Palestine, helps listeners navigate and dismantle common Zionist talking points, and (hopefully) brings some much needed moral clarity and intellectual honesty to a topic that, especially in the West, often lacks both...

Originally Aired on Dec 22, 2019 In our third and final installment of "The Wretched of the Earth" Alyson and Breht summarize, examine, and apply the lessons of the final chapter and conclusion of Frantz Fanon's masterpiece work, then they reflect on the text as a whole.

Originally aired on Nov 23, 2019 In our second installment of "The Wretched of the Earth" Alyson and Breht summarize, examine, and apply the lessons of the third and fourth chapters of Frantz Fanon's masterpiece work.

The podcast explores violence, decolonization, and nationalist parties' unintended consequences in liberation movements. It discusses socialist resistance in the Cold War era and the evolution of liberation movements towards structured guerrilla warfare. It further analyzes the revolutionary potential of the lumpen proletariat and intersecting perspectives on decolonial struggles, challenging orthodox Marxist views.

Exploring the origins and complexities of Zionism, the history and ideology of the Bund, the opposition to Zionism by the American Council for Judaism, and the significance of understanding Jewish anti-Zionism in relation to debates surrounding Zionism and settler colonialism.

In this podcast, the speakers analyze the Israeli occupation of Palestine, settler colonialism, and imperialism. They discuss the recent attack on Gaza, ongoing Israeli settlements, and the importance of a one state solution. The podcast explores the concept of settler colonialism in the United States, the establishment of Bar Quiora, and the frameworks of colonialism provided by Cesaire, Fanon, and Lenin. It also delves into Lenin's theory of the national question, the relationship between settler colonialism and capitalism, and the feasibility of the two-state solution.

An engaging discussion reveals the historical roots of the Palestinian liberation struggle, its ties to settler colonialism, and the implications of U.S.-Israel relations. The podcast highlights the profound solidarity between Black and Palestinian movements, emphasizing shared struggles against oppression. Women’s roles in resistance are spotlighted, showcasing their significant contributions and resilience. Personal narratives and historical contexts interweave to provide a richer understanding of activism, identity, and community care in the face of adversity.

This podcast explores American labor history through the lens of the Trade Union Educational League (TUEL). They discuss trade union consciousness, the necessity of a vanguard party, specific actions taken by TUEL against bosses and labor bureaucrats, the importance of revolutionary theory, and differences between MLs and MLMs on China. The podcast also covers the role of trade unions in the Bolshevik Revolution, TUEL's efforts to raise workers' consciousness, and the history and relevance of union thugs. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of revolutionary theory, combating conservative leadership in unions, and the unity of anti-capitalist ideologies.

Friedrich Engels' 'Principles of Communism' and its theoretical substance are discussed. The draft highlights the decentralized nature of capitalism, the need for collective ownership, and the inevitability of revolution. The abolition of private property, communal raising of children, and misconceptions about communism are explored. The distinction between socialists and communists is clarified, along with the relationship between Marx and Engels. The importance of collaboration for building a better society is emphasized.