Sudip Bhattacharya: Donald Trump & American Fascism

In this conversation with Sudip Bhattacharya, we examine Donald Trump and American fascism, what defines a fascist state, and the legacy of George Jackson. We also connect global flashpoints—from Venezuela and the Nigeria bombing—to U.S. decline, cultural moments like Nicki Minaj at a turning point in America, and the historical role of the Jazz Ambassadors in U.S. soft power.

Sudip’s Substack: https://substack.com/@sudipbhattacharya?r=57td1t&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile

Anthony Geathers: Understanding Power, War, And Black Liberation Through PhotographyEver wondered about the role photography plays in perception and Black Liberation? We build on the purpose of photos of lynchings, how the Panthers were photographed, how Anthony canvassed Bed-Stuy during the racial unrest of 2020, and the images he captured. We also discuss how photos from the Vietnam War shifted public perception in America, and highlight legends like Gordon Parks and Jamel Shabazz.

Agyei Tyehimba: Harlem's Black Radical TraditionA conversation with Agyei Tyehimba reflecting on the influence of John Henrik Clarke, the Harlem History Club, Professor James Turner, Africana Studies, Malcolm X, and the historical role of Harlem in shaping Black political and intellectual life.Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvAXQmlCOfFcIWWKmcUjZQ

Algorithms Of Empire with Dr Gilmore: Episode 1: Special Guest - Dr. Sarah ShokerIn this inaugural episode of the Algorithms of Empire podcast, Dr. Miron Clay-Gilmore and Rakeem from Wise the Dome TV discuss the rise of drone warfare, AI technologies, and the targeting of military-aged males in post-9/11 counterinsurgencies with Dr. Sarah Shoker. Dr. Shoker's book on this topic can be found here: https://www.amazon.ca/Military-Age-Ma...Link to University of Toronto's Centre Of Ethics - Please Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SraAC-69wSI&list=PL3yt4Dw2i5BgJ-9UpC4WPX1OribA1DKYT

Akil Parker: Mathematics: The Pan African Way

In this second interview with Akil Parker, we continue a wide-ranging discussion on Pan-Africanism and capitalism, and how to understand the math in everything. We focus on the role of Black revolutionaries, why parents must become the primary educators of their children, and the importance of treating math literacy with the same seriousness as reading literacy.Link: https://www.youtube.com/@AllThisMath

Saladin Allah: What Is The Duty Of The 5 Percent?

Cheikh Bilal: Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba And The Murid Path

This episode features a conversation with Cheikh Bilal on the life and legacy of Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba and the spiritual traditions of West African Sufism. The discussion explores the Murid path, the meaning of baraka, the process of purifying the heart, and the role of dreams, visions, and poetry in spiritual development. Cheikh Bilal also speaks on the experience of practicing Sufism as a Black Man in America, responds to common misconceptions about Sufi Islam, and shares insight into his work translating Bamba’s writings.

Dat Boi Vic: Does Hip Hop Have A Sellout Problem?

Tap in as I sit down with Dat Boi Vic to tackle a question a lot of people are afraid to touch: does hip hop have a sellout problem? We break down his new album, One Day This War Is Going To End, the role of integrity versus industry pressure, Rory’s anti-Black tweets, Vic’s public beef with Adin Ross, and the deeper implications of Timbaland introducing an AI artist into Black music spaces.Make sure you check out Vic’s work and support his music on all platforms.Follow Dat Boi Vic:Twitter: https://x.com/musicandbuilds?s=21&t=td5FWtxbg7tf9JlDNY5HYQYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@musicandbuildsSpotify (One Day This War Is Going To End): https://open.spotify.com/album/1iYM0jvAM8tRYqqAjqEKkw?si=Q_l6TSy2RRWEhMULkpXOVgApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/one-day-this-war-is-going-to-end/1851031472

In this interview, Dr. Rashid discusses Carruthers’ critique of modern science as a system rooted in oppression, African ways of knowing, and how these epistemologies challenge Western definitions of “valid” knowledge. We explore parallels between historical exploitation and today’s uses of data, AI, and biotechnology, whether oppressed people should reform or replace Western science, and how African-centered education can avoid repeating Eurocentric traps. 

Mama Yana: Hoodoo: The Soul & Song Of Resistance