In this episode, we delve into the anticipated changes under President-elect Donald Trump's second term, focusing on his proposed policies in education and immigration. We explore the potential dismantling of the Department of Education, the introduction of universal school choice, and the impact on LGBTQIA protections. Additionally, we examine the administration's plans for immigration reform, including mass deportations, the end of birthright citizenship, and the merging of ICE and Border Patrol. Join us as we analyze these developments and discuss their implications for the future.---------------------------------------------ARTICLES MENTIONED… "A Look at the Potential Impact of Shutting Down the Department of Education" – NPR, November 14, 2024. (npr.org): https://one.npr.org/?sharedMediaId=nx-s1-5181966:nx-s1-5249584-1

"Donald Trump Education Changes: What to Expect" – CNN, November 17, 2024.

Link: https://www.cnn.com/2024/11/12/politics/video/trumps-vision-eliminating-the-education-department

"House Bill 8 Would Force Schools to Notify Parents Before Teaching Sexuality Content" – Ohio Capital Journal, June 12, 2023.

Link: https://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2023/06/12/house-bill-8-would-force-schools-to-notify-parents-before-teaching-sexuality-content/

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In this episode, we delve into the intersections of desirability politics, revolutionary violence, and media spectacle, exploring how attractiveness shapes public perceptions of political acts. Using the Luigi Manjoni case as a focal point, we ask: Why does his "hotness" dominate the narrative? How does desirability dilute or amplify revolutionary discourse? Drawing on texts like Blood in My Eye by George Jackson and Belly of the Beast by Deshaun Harrison, we examine how aesthetics, anti-blackness, and capitalism intersect to influence activism, media, and power. Join us as we unpack the complexities of desire as both an entry point and obstacle to meaningful political action. Check the show notes for resources to continue the conversation!

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TO LEARN MORE...

"Revolutionary Suicide" by Huey P. Newton: https://bookshop.org/a/23229/9780143105329

"Belly of the Beast" by DaShaun Harrison: https://bookshop.org/a/23229/9781623175979

"Black Against The Empire": https://bookshop.org/a/23229/9780520293281

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🎥1995's "PANTHER" [movie]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1PmnZ9hejw&pp=ygULcGFudGVyIDE5OTU%3D

"The Revolutionary Aesthetics of the Black Panther Party & Its Impact on Fashion Today" [article]: https://kansascitydefender.com/fashion/black-panther-party-fashion-aesthetic/

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In the second half of our conversation with Mutt, we explore the transformative potential of Black anarchism through the lens of Muntjac’s work and the radical publishing efforts of Sedition Press. Mutt shares insights on Black diasporic life, politics, and resistance against the forces of Babylon.

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Links Mentioned In Episode:
🔗 Muntjac's Work & Projects
🔗 A Black Autonomy Reader (Incomplete)
🔗 The Final Straw Radio Interview with Mutt

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DIRECT ACTION 101. EP 1 - In Direct Action 101 Episode 1, I take you through the last ten years of my journey in grassroots organizing. From navigating police tactics and planning marches to holding meetings and developing strategies for change, I share key lessons that have shaped my path. Whether you’re new to activism or a seasoned organizer, this episode offers insights on direct action, anarchism, and the powerful movements that have shaped our world. #DirectAction101 #Anarchism #Activism #Organizing #BLM #StandingRock #MutualAid #GeorgeFloydRebellion #SecurityCulture #RadicalMedia

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📚 STANDING ROCK - "Black Snake Killaz" (doc): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dWeg_jHdK0&t=2523s&pp=ygUSYmxhY2sgc25ha2Uga2lsbGF6

📚 BLACK LIVES MATTER - "Whose Streets" (doc): http://www.whosestreetsfilm.com/

🔗 MY BOOK - "WHEN THEY TELL YOU TO BE GOOD".... https://bookshop.org/a/23229/9781953534422

🔗 SECURITY CULTURE - "What Is Security Culture" (zine): https://www.sproutdistro.com/catalog/zines/security/what-is-security-culture-a-guide-to-staying-safe/

🔗 BOEING 5 AND LEGAL DEFENSE WORK: https://organizingmythoughts.org/challenging-the-war-machine-the-boeing-5s-legal-struggle/

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00:00 – Introduction to Direct Action 101

01:23 – Childhood lessons on immigration, the carceral system, and becoming radicalized in high school

09:28 – College years: BLM movement, Ferguson protests, and student organizing

24:16 – Adult radicalization: Labor organizing, anarchism, and witnessing Nuit Debout in France

33:52 – Joining the Standing Rock movement, complexities of social movements, and dealing with PTSD

45:11 – Lessons from Standing Rock and 2016 activism

48:08 – Moving to Ohio and organizing with the Black Queer and Intersectional Collective

51:15 – Mutual aid work at the U.S.-Mexico border in 2018

54:19 – The 2020 George Floyd rebellion: Abolition, state repression, and questioning traditional marches

58:32 – The importance of security culture in activism

59:33– Publishing When They Tell You to Be Good (WTTYTBG) and moving to NYC

01:01:08 – Ohio organizing and legal defense work for the Boeing 5

01:04:19 – Radical YouTube, launching The Dugout podcast, and anarchist media

01:07:09 – Humanitarian support work at the border

01:08:30 – Q&A: Reflections on organizing and personal growth

01:13:33 – Outro: What’s next for Direct Action 101

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ABOUT THIS EPISODEIn this recap and reflection on Season 1 of the podcast, we talk about what goals we had when we started, what we've learned from this project so far, our favorite episodes, and what's next for Season 2. #TheDugout #BlackAnarchism

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MENTIONED MEDIA AND RESOURCES:

HELP "FREE POLO": https://opencollective.com/free-polo

LUCRETIA MCEVIL (YOUTUBE): https://www.youtube.com/@lucretia_macevil

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ABOUT THE EPISODE

I sat down to talk about the chaotic year of 2024 and some observations I have while walking away from it - from the UHC incident to social media to class consciousness. #politics #2024

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

SHOW NOTES

Trump assembling US cabinet of billionaires worth combined $340bn...

In this episode, Jordan reads the chapter Indigenous Rooted Direct Action from Klee Benally’s No Spiritual Surrender: Indigenous Anarchy in Defense of the Sacred.

📖 Read the Book:No Spiritual Surrender: Indigenous Anarchy in Defense of the Sacred

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About the Book

A searing anti-colonial analysis rooted in frontline experience, Klee Benally (Diné) unrelentingly agitates against colonial politics in pursuit of Indigenous autonomy and the total liberation of Nahasdzáán (Mother Earth).

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Who is Klee Benally?

Klee Benally is a Diné (Navajo) musician, traditional dancer, artist, filmmaker, and Indigenous anarchist based in Flagstaff, Arizona. Originally from Black Mesa, he has spent his life on the frontlines defending Indigenous sacred lands. He provides strategic planning and direct action training with Indigenous Action Media and has helped establish Táala Hooghan Infoshop, Protect the Peaks, and Outta Your Backpack Media. Klee has produced numerous documentaries, facilitated Indigenous justice campaigns, and performed with the Native American Music Award-winning rock group Blackfire and The Jones Benally Family.

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MUSIC FEATURED...

Intro Song: Blackfire - Mean Things Happenin' In This World

Outro Song: Blackfire Peaks Song

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In this first part of our interview with Mutt, a revolutionary and key figure in the UK’s Black anarchist movement, we dive deep into radical propaganda, racialization, and the power of decentralized living. Mutt, involved with MUNTJAC—a collective of POC anarchists—shares their journey through the punk scene, their radicalization in response to the racism of growing up in England and Scotland, and their commitment to anti-capitalist and autonomous ways of life. We also discuss the limits of anti-organizational activism and the importance of mutual aid, including the zine How to Deal with the Cost of Living Hike, which offers practical resistance tips.

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Listen in to explore Muntjac’s work and Mutt’s unique perspective on Black anarchism.🔗 https://linktr.ee/muntjac🔗 https://seditionist.uk/distro/readables/books/a-black-autonomy-reader-incomplete/🔗https://thefinalstrawradio.noblogs.org/post/2024/09/29/mutt-on-the-incomplete-black-autonomy-reader/

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In this episode, we unpack the 2024 election results and discuss the urgent need for organizing beyond the ballot box. With a Republican-controlled House, Senate, and presidency, what lies ahead is a reality where marginalized communities, especially immigrants and Black, Indigenous, and POC groups, face new threats. We explore how historical patterns of oppression repeat in America and why it’s essential to move from disillusionment to action.

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 02:26 Unpacking Post-Election Shame and Voting Demographics

04:04 Why and How America Repeats Itself

07:00 Who voted for Trump in 2024?

10:52 White Supremacy and Western Individualism Won?

15:30 The Dems Failed Their Base About Gaza

17:27 Dealing with ANGER and DEFEAT

20:21 Why We Must Resist

33:47 COMING 2025 - A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO DIRECT ACTION

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Research List:

“Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During This Crisis (and the Next)” by Dean Spade

Black Snake Killaz (documentary on Standing Rock)

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Prince and Jordan discuss Fred Hampton’s life, leadership, and lasting impact. As Illinois Black Panther Party chairman, he united communities, launched survival programs, and challenged oppression before his 1969 assassination. His legacy continues to inspire. For more, revisit our episode on Judas and the Black Messiah and its portrayal of Hampton’s story.

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Books [ AFFILIATE LINKS] :

🔗 The Assassination of Fred Hampton: How the FBI and the Chicago Police Murdered a Black Panther by Jeffrey Haas: https://bookshop.org/a/109212/9781641603218

🔗 From the Bullet to the Ballot: The Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party and Racial Coalition Politics in Chicago by Jakobi Williams: https://bookshop.org/a/109212/9781469622101

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Films:

Judas and the Black Messiah (2021) – A biographical drama depicting Hampton’s life and betrayal.

The Murder of Fred Hampton (1971) – A documentary capturing his leadership and the circumstances of his death.

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