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This episode examines James Baldwin’s life, work, and key themes—race, identity, sexuality, and social justice—through Black radical thought and Afro-pessimism. We analyze his revolutionary frustrations in Meeting the Man, My Dungeon Shook, and Talk to Teachers, while exploring his views on socialism and the Black Panthers. Join us for a deep dive into Baldwin’s enduring legacy.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS:Introduction and Overview 0:00 - 1:30James Baldwin’s Political and Social Views 1:31 - 5:00Understanding Black Anarchism 5:01 - 8:30Baldwin’s Influence on Anarchist Thought 8:31 - 12:00Comparing Baldwin’s Views to Modern Anarchist Movements 12:01 - 15:30Key Quotes and Ideas from Baldwin 15:31 - 18:00Contemporary Applications of Baldwin’s Ideas 18:01 - 21:00Conclusion and Reflection 21:01 - 23:00
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Books and Essays by James Baldwin:
The Fire Next Time (1963): https://bookshop.org/a/109212/9780679744726
Notes of a Native Son (1955):
https://bookshop.org/a/109212/9780807006238
The Devil Finds Work (1976):
https://bookshop.org/a/109212/9780307275950
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This episode examines James Baldwin’s life, work, and key themes—race, identity, sexuality, and social justice—through Black radical thought and Afro-pessimism. We analyze his revolutionary frustrations in Meeting the Man, My Dungeon Shook, and Talk to Teachers, while exploring his views on socialism and the Black Panthers. Join us for a deep dive into Baldwin’s enduring legacy.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS:Introduction and Overview 0:00 - 1:30James Baldwin’s Political and Social Views 1:31 - 5:00Understanding Black Anarchism 5:01 - 8:30Baldwin’s Influence on Anarchist Thought 8:31 - 12:00Comparing Baldwin’s Views to Modern Anarchist Movements 12:01 - 15:30Key Quotes and Ideas from Baldwin 15:31 - 18:00Contemporary Applications of Baldwin’s Ideas 18:01 - 21:00Conclusion and Reflection 21:01 - 23:00
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Books and Essays by James Baldwin:
The Fire Next Time (1963): https://bookshop.org/a/109212/9780679744726
Notes of a Native Son (1955):
https://bookshop.org/a/109212/9780807006238
The Devil Finds Work (1976):
https://bookshop.org/a/109212/9780307275950
—---------------------------------------------
Stay connected with The Dugout! Follow us for updates, exclusive content, and more:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dugoutpodcast/
🔗Substack: https://tdugout.substack.com/
🔗YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedugoutpod
🔗Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheDugoutPod
🔗Website: https://bio.site/thedugoutpodcast

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