Revolution and Ideology

History, Philosophy, Film, and Whatever Else We Feel Like Discussing

Ideology and Utopia – Karl Mannheim

Join us as we dive deep into the thought-provoking concepts of Karl Mannheim’s “Ideology and Utopia.” In this episode, we unravel Mannheim’s profound insights into the role of ideology in society. From understanding the mechanisms of ideological distortion to exploring the transformative potential of utopian imagination, we embark on a captivating journey through Mannheim’s seminal work.

Unveiling History: Rethinking Gender Roles in Early Societies

Join us for a 20-minute discussion as we delve into the intriguing world of early civilizations and challenge age-old stereotypes. In this thought-provoking video, we explore three captivating articles that shed light on the often-overlooked roles of women in ancient hunting societies.

The End of the World in Online Gaming

In this episode we discuss the academic article titled “I would not plant apple trees if the world will be wiped”.

The Japanese Colonization of Korea: A Historical Perspective

Join us as we delve into the complex and often controversial history of the Japanese colonization of Korea.

From Rubber Trade to Cultural Genocide: A History of Belgian Colonization in the Congo

Join us as we delve into the dark history of Belgian colonization in Congo. From King Leopold II’s brutal exploitation of Congolese resources to the forced labor and atrocities committed under Belgian rule, this episode uncovers the disturbing truths behind one of the most notorious colonial regimes in history. We explore the impact of Belgian colonialism on the Congolese people and the legacy that continues to shape the country to this day. Don’t miss this eye-opening account of a shameful chapter in human history.

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14 Quotes From Anarchist Mikhail Bakunin

We discuss the theories of Russian Anarchist Mikhail Bakunin through 14 different quotes ranging from man and nature, idealism and materialism, on Karl Marx, Anarchism, Communism, and much more!

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The Black Panthers – A Quick History

Nick provides a quick history of the Black Panther Party including the initial founding by Huey P. Newton and Bobby Seale, the appearance at the capitol building, why it’s still illegal to open carry in California, their breakfast and other social programs, the Panther (NY) 21, the rise and murder of Fred Hampton, the Rainbow Coalition, the FBI J. Edgar Hoover and COINTELPRO, and more!

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Guerrilla Warfare

We explain guerrilla warfare, or foquismo, as used by the Cuban Revolutionaries and described by Ernesto “Che” Guevara and Regis Debray.

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The Cuban Revolution

We discuss the history of the Cuban Revolution led by Fidel Castro and Ernesto “Che” Guevara against dictator Fulgencio Batista.

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The Little Black Fish

We read and analyze the revolutionary children’s story “The Little Black Fish” by Iranian author Samad Behrangi.

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The End of Utopia?

We discuss the 1967 essay by Herbert Marcuse titled “The End of Utopia” in which Marcuse argues that “utopic” is no longer a valid polemic, we are at the “end of history” but for a far different reason than Fukuyama, and that we need a redefinition of socialism.

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