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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 Real History of Labor Day – Strikes and Solidarity
It’s not just the end of summer and BBQs, we discuss the real history of Labor Day.
Strikes and Sports
We discuss the latest NBA strikes, why the media insists on calling them “boycotts,” and more.
The Lowell Mill Girls – Pioneers of the Labor and Feminist Movements
We discuss the Lowell Mill Girls, factory workers who fought for fair wages and safe conditions, and laid the groundwork for labor and feminist struggles to come.
Trailer Breakdown – Judas and the Black Messiah
We breakdown the new trailer from the Fred Hampton biopic “Judas and the Black Messiah” directed by Shaka King. Who was Fred Hampton? Who were the Black Panthers? Who was Hampton’s “Judas?” All these answers and more!
Socialism 101
We try to provide a “Socialism 101” in under 1 hour.
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