Ep. 5: Slavery & Capitalism with David McNally

Ep. 6: Abducted by Israel with Adrien Berthel

In this street interview with Adrien, from the Global Summed Flotilla, we talk about the journey taken by himself and other activists to Gaza. We speak about Israel's casual dismissal of maritime law; abduction of activists; the unsuccessful journey to Gaza; the violence experienced by activists; and what it all means. Adrien's instagram handle is: @captainpouettepouette

Ep. 5: Slavery & Capitalism with David McNally

In this episode, we speak to prof. David McNally about his latest book 'Slavery and Capitalism: A New Marxist History'. Here is a list of all the topics (chapters) we cover: 1 Introduction 2 Maps as a tool of empire 3 Militarisation of labour and life 4 Differences between white and black slavery 5 The “flaw” of racial capitalism and commodities 6 Sex work in slavery 7 Unions and negotiations, resistance 8 Antiracist revolt in the US 9 Britains role in the abolishment of slavery 10 Summary: foundational antiracism, freedom dreams and modern slavery Enjoy the episode, hopefully many more to come.

Ep. 4 (Part 2): Social Work in Germany with Alina and Suha

This is part 2 of episode 4, where we talk to 2 social workers about their experience and the nature of their work. Social work is increasingly racialised and gendered, therefore we felt it was important to highlight the experience and reality of those workers in the field. In this episode, we touch on the violence social workers witness day to day. We also try to de-naturalise certain stereotypes about refugees and asylum seekers, and talk about neglect and identity, among other topics. As always, if you'd like to get involved, please reach us at Blackradicalsgermany@gmail.com

Ep. 4 (Part 1): Social Work in Germany with Alina and Suha

Alina and Suha, two social workers, join us for this episode to talk about their experience of social work and the difficulties that come with it. Social work is an increasing racialised and gender job, and as antiracist, we need to engage the complexities of social work, border regimes, race and reproductive labour. All topics we talk about in this excellent episode. This episode is part one of two. The second part will be published shortly afterwards, so stay tuned. As always, if you'd like to get involved, please reach us at Blackradicalsgermany@gmail.com

Ep. 3: Guest-Workers in Germany with Lauren Stokes

In this Black History Month episode, we speak with Prof. Lauren Stokes about West Germany's guest worker programme, specifically we focus on her book 'Fear of the Family'. In our discussion we talk about the states policies towards guest workers; how the guest workers organised themselves; how unions and feminist movements related to the struggles of guest workers; and how to historicise the 'rise' of xenophobia in Germany. Enjoy the conversation.