Red Planet
Capitalism has failed. What comes next? The fall of the current system is inevitable. A looming climate crisis, growing economic inequality, and the inability – or refusal – of governments to meet people’s needs all point to an impending collapse. It’s more important than ever that we build solidarity and begin developing foundations for the better world we want to have. Red Planet is a different kind of leftist streaming program, focused on talking to people about real work being done, not getting into arguments with right-wingers for clout. Each week, we speak with activists, organizers, creators, and people just like you doing based stuff all around the world and share practical steps for how we can all build the future together. Hosted by KiraChats, DJ Muel, and Conquest of Dread.
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Episodes
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Red Planet examines the relationship between the tenant and landlord classes, and the revolutionary potential of renters.
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/94149765Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Red Planet is joined by independent journalist Jess O’Thomson to discuss the state of immigration in the United Kingdom following the Supreme Court’s decision to stop the government’s plan to ship migrants to Rwanda.
Read Jess’ writing: https://jessothomson.co.ukSupport Jess’ work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jessothomson
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/93693795
Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Red Planet examines the relationship between displays of public resistance and two apparatus deployed by the state to maintain physical and ideological control: the police and the media.
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/92893258Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Red Planet speaks with Michael, an activist working with Jews Against White Supremacy, about how Zionism is antithetical to the Jewish faith and the essential need for Palestinian freedom.
Learn more about JAWS: https://www.jewsagainstwhitesupremacy.org/Follow JAWS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewsagainstwhitesupremacy
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/92493620
Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Red Planet is joined by its tech correspondent, maia [arson] crimew, for a discussion on a decidedly low-tech method of sharing digital information, Sneakernets.
Read maia’s blog: https://maia.crimew.gay/
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/92042904
Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Red Planet examines the history behind the formation of the Israeli state, its colonial policies, and how Zionists have leveraged the Imperial Core to enact a genocide.
Watch The Occupation of the American Mind: https://www.occupationmovie.org/Learn more at Decolonize Palestine: https://decolonizepalestine.com/Visit Palestine Action: https://palestineaction.org
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/91679286Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Red Planet speaks with returning guest Anansi about their research into the Ethiopian revolution and the lessons it can teach us.
Watch The Ethiopian Revolution Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZBYtctwD94See more of Anansi’s work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Anansislibrary
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/91160056Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Alice Caldwell-Kelly returns to Red Planet for a discussion on the utility of 3D printed weapons and how DIY armaments may factor in political action and resistance movements.
Follow Alice on Twitter https://twitter.com/AliceAvizandumListen to Trash Future: https://www.trashfuture.co.uk/Listen to Kill James Bond: https://www.killjamesbond.com/
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/90273355
Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Sophie and Kira sit down with writer, journalist, and activist Jamie Peck, to discuss the current state of resistance against the Cop City development in Atlanta, Georgia and how it’s moving forward with a mass action scheduled in November, Block Cop City.
Learn more about Block Cop City and find an upcoming event in your city: https://blockcopcity.org/Check out Jamie’s new comedy show, The Woke Mob: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWokeMob
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/89882772Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Red Planet is joined by activist and organizer Amardeep Dhillon to discuss the current state of the United Kingdom as protests spread and the government attempts greater restrictions to crack down.
Read Red Pepper: https://www.redpepper.org.uk/Follow Amardeep on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/amardeepsinghd.bsky.social
A list of sources is available at the Red Planet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/89514739Music by Jasper Byrne: https://spacerecordings.bandcamp.com/music