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The Revolution and Ideology Podcast
A sociologist and historian explore revolutionary theory and history.
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About Revolution and Ideology
“Revolution and Ideology” was started by Nick Lee and Jared Benson, university instructors of sociology and history respectively. Nick and Jared currently co-teach three humanities courses titled “Resistance and Revolution,” “Ideology and Isms,” and “Stateless Societies.” In the first, They explore the theories and historical examples of revolution and social change. In the second, they examine various historical and modern ideologies and the ways in which they motivate how people think and behave today. In the third, they analyze various theories and histories of stateless societies. In this podcast, they explore the ideas from their courses.
Recent Episodes
The Invention of Tradition
We discuss the work “The Invention of Tradition” by famed historian Eric Hobsbawm.
Judas and the Black Messiah – Analysis
https://youtu.be/2li3Elbh134 With special guests Stefan and Donte we discuss the Shaka King film "Judas and the Black Messiah." Other Videos: ✔ Trailer Breakdown - Judas and the Black Messiah: https://youtu.be/CR5qF8e_LxY ✔ The Black Panthers - A Quick History:...
Desmond Morris, The Human Zoo, & The Stimulus Struggle
We discuss the concept of the “stimulus struggle” from Desmond Morris’ 1969 book “The Human Zoo.”
The Liberatory Potential of Psychedelics
We continue our conversation with Jonathan Dickinson and Dimitri Mugianis and discuss the liberatory potential of psychedelics.
Psychedelics as Tools of State Violence with Jonathan Dickinson and Dimitri Mugianis
With guests Jonathan Dickinson and Dimitri Mugianis, we discuss the history of the state’s use of psychedelic drugs as a tool of oppression and control.
Show notes at http://revolutionandideology.com/
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