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  • The 2021 Maxmixes Part 1
    We captured so many historically critical moments of 2021 like a goldfish in a bowl with music, spoken word, and poetry.  On 11/21/21 we share 60 minutes of our favorites.  Our use of art and music is one of the things that sets us apart. Join us in listening to some amazing abolitionist art, artists, and activists as they weave a path between the wisdom of the ancestors and the signs of the times.
    1 hr 1 min
  • The theme of 2021 on Abolition Today was Badges and Incidents of Slavery
    The first episode of 2021. We introduced the legal concept of badges and incidents of slavery as a tool for liberation. Putting the onus on congress and section 2 of the 13th amendment to address these ongoing crimes. 
    "Section Two of the Thirteenth Amendment empowers Congress to “enforce” the ban on slavery and involuntary servitude “by appropriate legislation.” According to the Supreme Court, federal laws passed pursuant to this provision can address a broader range of discriminatory conduct than just coerced labor."
    It inspired national lawsuits, supported international indictments on crimes against humanity and empowered abolitionist activists all across the country.
    Tonight we revisit this groundbreaking episode of Abolition Today.
    1 hr 59 min
  • That time Fredrick Douglass's Grandson joined us as a New Abolitionist
    Kenneth B Morris Jr is the Direct Descendant of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington.
    He's also the co founder of The Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives (FDFI).
    The FDFI exists to honor and preserve the legacy of Frederick Douglass and to create awareness about modern-day slavery in an effort to expedite its demise.
    On the 126th anniversary of his passing, Kenneth joined Max and Yusuf on Abolition Today for a discussion on the modern abolitionist movement. We also heard from Jamilia Land of California's ACA3 bill to abolish slavery, and Spoken Word Icon Cola Rum.
    These Are Generations of Abolitionists.
    2 hr
  • S2-E41 2021 Season Finale
    After 41 episodes of Abolition Today and 28 Episodes of LIVE From The Plantation, Season 2 now comes to an end. We spent the year kicking slavery's ass and taking names. Costing the industry billions and directly participating in organizing 3/4 of the US to change their state constitutions and end slavery for the 1st time.
    We've honored our ancestors, uplifted those in bondage, educated the youth, and made so much national impact that the White House might sue us for whiplash. We're not even close to being done yet.
    We want to hear from you during the season finale of such an epic year. If our efforts this in 2021 have inspired, enlightened, or changed you, call us and let us know!
    My Uncle Joey is in critical condition right now and the doctors say he won't last long enough to hear this episode. He has been there with Tribal and I through the last 40 years. I asked him what advice he would leave me before his next journey. He said "finish what you started."
    This may be the years finale, but it's the beginning of the end for constitutional slavery. In 2022 as many as 9 states will have "ending slavery" on the ballot with a joint federal resolution to introduce the 28th amendment. We'll be there right in the middle of it all.
    Join us Sunday, Halloween night and let's talk about how we scared the monsters.
    1 hr 59 min
  • Dear USA "Because F**k Slavery, That's why" -Signed FLORIDA Legislators
    On October 20th, 2021, State Representative Dianne Hart, T.O.P.S. The Ordinary People's Society Southeastern Region Friends and Pas Kenny Sharpton Glasgow held a press conference in Florida's capitol announcing the introduction of joint resolutions to amend the state constitution and introduce anti-slavery legislation.
    They will be joining the Abolish Slavery National Network as the 9th state to introduce such legislation since 2020. To date, 4 states have abolished constitutional slavery without exception and 21 additional states are organizing to get similar legislation introduced. 
    Finally, a joint resolution to introduce a new federal amendment to counter the pro slavery language of the 13th amendment is gaining bipartisan support in the house and senate.
    We'll discuss that and much more. And of course, we'll include amazing music and poetry, then culminate the program by bringing the ancestors words back to life for a new generation of slavery abolitionists.
    1 hr 59 min
  • S2-E39 With guests Shay Franco-Clausen and Jihad Abdulmumit
    Max and yusuf are back live this Sunday in S2-E39 With guests Shay Franco-Clausen of the ACA3 abolition amendment and Jihad Abdulmumit, Chairperson of the National Jericho Movement.
    Shay Franco-Clausen is one of the lead organizers behind California's bill to end involuntary servitude (ACA3). 
    Jihad was a former domestic political prisoner who served 23 years of his life in prison for his involvement in the Black Liberation Movement.  
    As always, we have amazing music/poetry, news and updates on the abolitionist movement, and we bring the voices of the ancestors back to life for a new generation in our Bridging The Gap segment.
    1 hr 59 min
  • Her Majesty, The Queen Mother of Benin West Africa
    Max and Yusuf are joined by The Queen Mother of Benin, West Africa to discuss international prison systems and modern slavery abolition movement from an African centered global perspective.
    Her Majesty The Kpodjito Dòwòti Désir Hounon Houna II Guely, is the Queen Mother of the Royal Palace. She is a Manbo Asogwe (High Priest) in Haitian Vodou and a Chief of the Zangbeto, and Egungun secret societies.
    The Founder of The AfroAtlantic Theologies & Treaties Institute travels extensively to promote human rights for African descendants globally.
    She is an author, and curator whose work focuses on issues of cultural and spatial production, particularly as it concerns the sacred and contemporary art forms produced by people of African descent. The Queen Mother focuses on product development, sustainable energy production, and rebuilding the primary school associated with the Royal Palace.
    Her Majesty is also a committee member for the UN and a partner and consultant with the Abolish Slavery National Network.
    For more information see: www.queenmotherd2h2.net.
    1 hr 57 min
  • What is Genocide in International Law
    The US is brazenly throwing accusations of crimes against humanity at other nations. Slavery, forced labor, systemic oppression, and genocide. Like we did with the legal definition of Slavery, we'll examine the international definition of genocide and how it applies to descendants of the African Diaspora today. We're putting the United States of Genocide on full display.
    Of course, we've got news, updates on the Abolition movement, and awesome music/poetry to move your soul. And as always, we bring the ancestors words to life for a new generation in our Bridging The Gap segment.
    2 hr
  • The Definition of Slavery in International Law
    As a slavery abolitionists it's amazing that after all this time, blood, destruction, and suffering, we still don't know what the most basic terms which define the history of this country mean. Ask ten people to define slavery and see what you get.
    Next try it with race/racism. Even the word abolition has been co-opted and redefined.
    Normally when you ask someone to define these terms they'll tell you what they think as if guesses (educated or not) are perfectly acceptable because no one agrees on any particular definition. Sirius B?
    How can everyone in this country who has ever went to school not know the answer to this immediately? It's only been over 4 hunnit gotdam years of it being the source of our woes right? Right?!
    We're going to help with that problem. We've searched the records nationally and internationally to find a detailed definition which is legally accepted nearly worldwide. I've consulted with experts and taken council. Today, we'll answer the question; What is Slavery?
    So you won't have to guess no more.
    1 hr 58 min

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Hosted by Max Parthas and Yusuf Hassan, Abolition today is a weekly online radio program with specific focus on modern slavery as it is practiced through the 13th amendment of the US constitution and by private for-profit prisons worldwide. Airs live Sundays 7PM EST. 4PM PST and 5 Central.