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The Dugout | a black anarchist podcast

The Dugout
Set It Off
Black Panther Party
Black Anarchism
Capitalism
Assata Shakur
Trump
Kuwasi Balagoon
Accelerationalism
Anarchism
Afropessimism
Revolutionary Processes
Law Enforcement Misconduct
Anti-Blackness
Radical Justice
Palestine
Solidarity Movements
Authoritarianism
United States Presidential Election
Marginalized Communities
Black Feminism

The Dugout is a weekly Black anarchist podcast hosted by Prince Shakur & Jordan. We bring radical, decolonial, and queer takes on politics, movements, and media—covering everything from Black anarchism and Afro-pessimism to uprisings, direct action, and liberation struggles worldwide. Have ideas, reading recs, or want to be a guest? Email us. Consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.... more

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Latest Episodes

This year, we've put out over 50 episodes, almost double what we did in Season 1, and we learned a lot.

From interviews with Ohio organizers/farmers to political thinkers online to former Black Panther Party and Black Liberation army members; to br... more

In this episode, we sit down with members of the DFW Defense Committee to break down the state and federal repression facing local organizers and community members. We begin with who the defendants are and their relationship to the defense work, then... more

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What happens when war becomes something you can ‘like’ on Instagram? When war becomes a brand? We live in a world where violence is curated aesthetically in more ways than we can imagine. INSPIRED BY @uncivilized_media - "how israel uses sex to sell... more

In this expansive conversation, writer and creator Prince Shakur traces the evolution of his political, creative, and personal journeys from being a precocious kid entering college early to becoming a sharp, imaginative voice on YouTube and in contem... more

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Recent Guests

Ashanti Alston
Former Black Panther, political prisoner, lifelong learner
Episode: ASHANTI ALSTON: An Anarchist Panther | PART 2
Anastasia bat Lilith
Anarchist organizer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focusing on Jewish anarchism and community building through zines and mutual aid.
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Episode: Interview With Jewish Anarchist Anastasia bat Lilith
Eric King
Former political prisoner, activist, and author
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Episode: Cages, Courts, & Collectives: Eric King on Building Power
Kyle T. Mays
Scholar of Afro-Indigenous history and culture, and associated professor at UCLA
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Episode: Kyle T. Mays on Tribal Sovereignty, Reparations, and Revolution
Fawaz Murtaba
A Sudanese anarchist organizer sharing insights on anarchist resistance in Sudan
Episode: INSIDE ANARCHISM IN SUDAN : An Interview with Fawaz [ENGLISH]
Nia Ola
Sex work advocate and educator
Episode: Let the Body Speak: Sex Work, Education & Self-Determination w/ Nia Ola (Part 2)
Nia Òla
Afro pessimist, cultural critic, TikTok commentator, essayist on Substack
Episode: Curiosity as Resistance: Nia Òla’s Political Imagination (Part 1)
Andrew Sage
Creator of radical media and video essays exploring anarchism and solar punk
Andrewism
Episode: The Dugout Interviews Andrew Sage of ANDREWISM
Jonina Abron-Ervin
American journalist, professor, and activist associated with the Black Power movement and the Black Panther Party
Episode: JONINA ABRON-ERVIN, Former BPP Newspaper Editor on Black Anarchism, Fascism and Media

Hosts

Prince Shakur
Co-host of the podcast, with a focus on political activism and radical thought, particularly centered on Black anarchism and community engagement.
Jordan
Co-host of the podcast, bringing insights on personal experiences and political activism, particularly around themes of grief and liberation struggles.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Just discovered this and every episode is gold

    The podcast hosts and guests are brilliant, thoughtful, and full of heart. Each episode I have listened to so far has pulled me in and taught me new things about how to move in the world. The show notes are also incredible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimoneDraws
    United States2 months ago
  • informative

    love these episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jordactyl
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent 6 stars

    Prince and Jordan are amazing. Excellent insight and profound reflection on revolutionary thought and liberation!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Landon1717
    United Statesa year ago

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Defending Dissent In Texas: An Interview with DFW Prairieland Defense Committee
Q: Could you talk a bit about the Defense Committee work and what that has been like?
The Defense Committee is focused on building networks of solidarity and ensuring that the defendants receive proper support amidst ongoing state repression and crises.
Defending Dissent In Texas: An Interview with DFW Prairieland Defense Committee
Q: How would you describe what's happening to the defendants beyond the state's narrative?
It's important to humanize political prisoners and highlight their roles in the community, as they were actual caretakers rather than the terrorists they are framed to be.
An Interview with Jordan of THE DUGOUT: On Grief, Defiance, and the Long Revolution
Q: What does grief and martyrdom mean to you in the work that you do?
Jordan emphasizes that prioritizing grief facilitates better archiving and memorization, crucial to keeping the history and knowledge alive within liberation movements.
An Interview with Jordan of THE DUGOUT: On Grief, Defiance, and the Long Revolution
Q: What was a young Jordan like?
Jordan describes themselves as a young anti-authoritarian, diagnosed with oppositional defiance disorder, feeling very mad about authority, which affected their mental health and led to significant life events.
Aung Ya Mie: Women's Struggle & Internationalism In The Free Chin Hills W/ AIF's Rachel Ram Len Mawi
Q: Could you talk a little bit about the context that led to the AIF?
The AIF emerged in the context of a long history of revolutionary struggle in Burma, particularly after the military coup in 2021 that sparked the Spring Revolution.

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Focused on radical political discourse, this podcast offers a unique perspective on Black anarchism and liberation struggles, interweaving themes of decolonization and queer politics with current events. Topics range from the exploration of systemic oppression and transformative movements to personal narratives surrounding activism and community engagement. The hosts engage with various voices and perspectives, discussing significant historical events and contemporary issues, thereby creating a rich tapestry of insights that challenge mainstream narratives.

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1. Ashanti Alston
2. Anastasia bat Lilith
3. Eric King
4. Kyle T. Mays
5. Fawaz Murtaba
6. Nia Ola
7. Nia Òla
8. Andrew Sage

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