http://leftcast.blogspot.com/A NEWS & COMMENTARY AUDIO AND PODCAST PROJECT GENERATED FROM A LEFT & GREEN PERSPECTIVEennoreply@blogger.com (Dave Riley)Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:26:51 PSTBlogger http://www.blogger.com71125http://feeds.feedburner.com/Leftcast?format=skinpolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistNews & PoliticsGovernment & Organizations/NationalSociety & Culture/Historyratbagradio@gmail.comnopolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistA news and commentary audio podcast project generated from a left and green perspective.A news and commentary podcast project generated from a left and green perspective.http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.0/http://leftcast.blogspot.com/http://ratbagmedia.wikispaces.com/space/showimage/icon_leftcast.jpgSubscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with NewsGatorSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with PageflakesSubscribe with ODEOSubscribe with PodnovaA news and commentary podcast from a left & green perspectivehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/hak0oZUp4O0/tipping-point-in-new-zealand-politics.htmlElections and ElectioneeringCampaignsratbagradio@gmail.comMon, 19 Oct 2009 03:32:18 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-55075492071157280792009-10-19T20:32:18.331+10:000noThe Residents Action Movement (or RAM) is a left wing local government electoral ticket in the Auckland Region of New Zealand that is in the process of becoming a national-level political party to contest the 2008 elections. RAM can be characterised as asratbagradio@gmail.comThe Residents Action Movement (or RAM) is a left wing local government electoral ticket in the Auckland Region of New Zealand that is in the process of becoming a national-level political party to contest the 2008 elections. RAM can be characterised as as broad left coalition, stretching from social liberals, community activists and former National Party members to social democrats, democratic socialists and left-wing radicals. Its chairperson is currently Grant Morgan, who is also a leading member of Socialist Worker (Aotearoa). [Source Wikipedia] This is an interview with Grant Morgan (RAM chair), Daphne Lawless (a RAM candidate in last year's Auckland Regional Council election and is a current member of the RAM Executive) and Oliver Woods, RAM co-organiser. It was recorded by telephone on May 1st. RAM's Official website RAM campaign material (pdf) Electoral Analysis of RAM's performance in the 2007 local elections A common cause for grassroots visionaries RAM's GST off food campaign embed_flv("240", "20", "http%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080501.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); Original audio source politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistThe Residents Action Movement (or RAM) is a left wing local government electoral ticket in the Auckland Region of New Zealand that is in the process of becoming a national-level political party to contest the 2008 elections. RAM can be characterised as as broad left coalition, stretching from social liberals, community activists and former National Party members to social democrats, democratic...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/05/tipping-point-in-new-zealand-politics.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/ZiN_n1x2-Hw/john-bellamy-foster-bailout-or-sinking.htmlEconomicsClimate and Environmentratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 29 Apr 2008 05:28:50 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-8646782497927769212008-04-29T22:28:50.025+10:000noJohn Bellamy Foster is an American journalist, sociologist, essayist and socialist, as well as editor of the Monthly Review, a prominent political journal foundered by the Marxist economist Paul Sweezy in the 1940s. Foster is a Professor of Sociology at tratbagradio@gmail.comJohn Bellamy Foster is an American journalist, sociologist, essayist and socialist, as well as editor of the Monthly Review, a prominent political journal foundered by the Marxist economist Paul Sweezy in the 1940s. Foster is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Oregon in Eugene. He has written widely on political economy and has established a reputation as an environmental socialist. He has argued that Karl Marx was a radical ecologist in his book, Marx’s Ecology: Materialism and Nature . Foster is interviewed by Peter Boyle for Links and Green Left Weekly. LeftCast April 29th, 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "http%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080429.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); Original audio source Capitalism and climate change-- John Bellamy Foster -- video of Foster's talk to the Climate Change Social Change Conferencepolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistJohn Bellamy Foster is an American journalist, sociologist, essayist and socialist, as well as editor of the Monthly Review, a prominent political journal foundered by the Marxist economist Paul Sweezy in the 1940s. Foster is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Oregon in Eugene. He has written widely on political economy and has established a reputation as an environmental...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/04/john-bellamy-foster-bailout-or-sinking.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/tF4HbPdoIzM/dick-nicholsradical-social-action-to.htmlClimate and Environmentratbagradio@gmail.comMon, 19 Oct 2009 03:35:59 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-28911174033348740892009-10-19T20:35:59.658+10:000no The Climate Change Social Change Conference held in Sydney on the April 11/13 weekend was engineered to strengthen radical social action to stop climate change. But did it succeed in its attempted aggregation of activists from the red and the green? To aratbagradio@gmail.com The Climate Change Social Change Conference held in Sydney on the April 11/13 weekend was engineered to strengthen radical social action to stop climate change. But did it succeed in its attempted aggregation of activists from the red and the green? To answer that question LeftCast spoke to Dick Nichols --a conference featured speaker -- about the conference and what he thought its deliberations can teach us about what we should be doing next to save this planet from climate change. LeftCast April 17th, 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "http%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080417.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); Original audio source politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistThe Climate Change Social Change Conference held in Sydney on the April 11/13 weekend was engineered to strengthen radical social action to stop climate change. But did it succeed in its attempted aggregation of activists from the red and the green? To answer that question LeftCast spoke to Dick Nichols --a conference featured speaker -- about the conference and what he thought its...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/04/dick-nicholsradical-social-action-to.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/pg-TAUHGTOI/michael-karadjis-is-kosva-allowed-to.htmlNational Liberation Struggleratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 26 Feb 2008 17:18:19 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-18308678859434950422008-02-27T11:18:19.955+10:003no"The Kosovar Albanians were an oppressed people in the old Yugoslavia, and much more so in Serbia following the collapse of the Yugoslav federation in 1989-90. Kosova had a per capita income one quarter that of Serbia; Albanians constituted only one per cratbagradio@gmail.com"The Kosovar Albanians were an oppressed people in the old Yugoslavia, and much more so in Serbia following the collapse of the Yugoslav federation in 1989-90. Kosova had a per capita income one quarter that of Serbia; Albanians constituted only one per cent of military officers of the Yugoslav army, while Serbs constituted 70 per cent; Albanians made up 70-80 per cent of political prisoners. They are a national group in a long well-defined territory that deserve the right to national self-determination. "Much mystification surrounds Kosovar independence. It is claimed Kosova is a “mere province” of Serbia that happens to have an Albanian majority, and thus its “secession” is a violation of Serbian “sovereignty”. The alleged difference between Kosova and the other parts of the former Yugoslavia is that the latter were constitutionally fully fledged federal republics, which had the right to independence, whereas Kosova merely had autonomy within the Serbian republic."To address some of these issues, LeftCast spoke with the writer of the above lines, Michael Karadjis -- author of of Bosnia, Kosova and the West, published by Resistance Books in 2000.9.71 MB, 33:56 LeftCast February 25, 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "https%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080225.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); . Orginal audio source Read more National oppression and the collapse of Yugoslavia Kosova declares independenceNATO's Balkan War and the Kosova Liberation StruggleKosova declares (semi-) independence: Yes to full self-determination for Kosova. No to continuation of colonial-ruled state Read More... Collapse... checkFullNeo(); politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racist"The Kosovar Albanians were an oppressed people in the old Yugoslavia, and much more so in Serbia following the collapse of the Yugoslav federation in 1989-90. Kosova had a per capita income one quarter that of Serbia; Albanians constituted only one per cent of military officers of the Yugoslav army, while Serbs constituted 70 per cent; Albanians made up 70-80 per cent of political prisoners....http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/02/michael-karadjis-is-kosva-allowed-to.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/ZhtZz1jHkkc/grahm-matthews-is-this-beginning-of-end.htmlTrade UnionsALPratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 26 Feb 2008 17:22:21 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-6565770587965885532008-02-27T11:22:21.167+10:000noThis week the Labor government introduced legislation into federal parliament which it assures us is to be the first step in the dismantling of Work Choices . Work Choices you may recall was the Howard governments hated industrial legislation and the coreratbagradio@gmail.comThis week the Labor government introduced legislation into federal parliament which it assures us is to be the first step in the dismantling of Work Choices . Work Choices you may recall was the Howard governments hated industrial legislation and the core issue debated during last year's federal election campaign. In fact that vote was a poll on Work Choices. But is this really the beginning of the end of Work Choices? To find the answer to that question LeftCast spoke to Graham Matthews, national trade union coordinator for the Socialist Alliance. 20:45 LeftCast February 22, 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "https%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080222.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); . Original audio source Further reading Rudd government to leave most of Work Choices in placeACTU leadership forum leaves questions unansweredpolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistThis week the Labor government introduced legislation into federal parliament which it assures us is to be the first step in the dismantling of Work Choices . Work Choices you may recall was the Howard governments hated industrial legislation and the core issue debated during last year's federal election campaign. In fact that vote was a poll on Work Choices. But is this really the beginning...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/02/grahm-matthews-is-this-beginning-of-end.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/GuF4ZVFkC6c/david-spratt-climate-code-red.htmlClimate and Environmentratbagradio@gmail.comMon, 19 Oct 2009 03:34:57 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-34683586646270448482009-10-19T20:34:57.161+10:002noDavid Spratt -- along with Phillip Sutton -- has authored a sharp review of the Climate change crisis that is bearing down on all of us: Climate Code Red. This interview with David Spratt explores the main arguments in this report (published by Friends ofratbagradio@gmail.comDavid Spratt -- along with Phillip Sutton -- has authored a sharp review of the Climate change crisis that is bearing down on all of us: Climate Code Red. This interview with David Spratt explores the main arguments in this report (published by Friends of the Earth, Australia)and tries to locate the environment science in the context of what urgently needs to be done right now. Spratt criticizes the politics of pragmatism and the ready habituation of low political expectations. He then tries to relate this penchant to compromise to the challenge of sustaining an emergency response as exemplified by the war economies during the Second World War. 18.3MB 20:05 128 kbs LeftCast February 8, 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "http%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080208.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); . Original audio source After "The big melt: lessons from the Arctic summer of 2007" comes... "Climate Code Red: The case for a sustainability emergency" Available for download at http://www.climatecodered.net Download Climate Code Red full report Climate policy is characterised by the habituation of low expectations and a culture of failure. There is an urgent need to understand global warming and the tipping points for dangerous impacts that we have already crossed as a sustainability emergency, that takes us beyond the politics of failure-inducing compromise. We are now in a race between climate tipping points and political tipping points. "Climate Code Red: The case for a sustainability emergency" By David Spratt and Philip Sutton Friends of the Earth (Australia) politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistDavid Spratt -- along with Phillip Sutton -- has authored a sharp review of the Climate change crisis that is bearing down on all of us: Climate Code Red. This interview with David Spratt explores the main arguments in this report (published by Friends of the Earth, Australia)and tries to locate the environment science in the context of what urgently needs to be done right now. Spratt...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/02/david-spratt-climate-code-red.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/qxLIuAo7yuI/invasion-day-2008.htmlIndigenous Australiansratbagradio@gmail.comMon, 04 Feb 2008 21:39:33 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-53204660741578180272008-02-05T15:39:33.499+10:000noJanuary 26th is celebrated in Australia as "Australia Day" but in indigenous communities around the country many communities mark it as "Invasion Day." This is an audio montage of the annual Brisbane Invasion Day rally which gathered at state parliament aratbagradio@gmail.comJanuary 26th is celebrated in Australia as "Australia Day" but in indigenous communities around the country many communities mark it as "Invasion Day." This is an audio montage of the annual Brisbane Invasion Day rally which gathered at state parliament and marched to Musgrave Park -- the traditional gathering ground of Brisbane blacks. Speaking are long time Murri activists: Sam Watson, Denis Walker & Wayne Wharton. LeftCast February 5, 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "http%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080205.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); Original audio source . Brisbane Rally Large format view. politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistJanuary 26th is celebrated in Australia as "Australia Day" but in indigenous communities around the country many communities mark it as "Invasion Day." This is an audio montage of the annual Brisbane Invasion Day rally which gathered at state parliament and marched to Musgrave Park -- the traditional gathering ground of Brisbane blacks. Speaking are long time Murri activists: Sam Watson, Denis...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/02/invasion-day-2008.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/9Y3gL_CxYjE/kamala-emanuel-climate-changesocial.htmlClimate and Environmentratbagradio@gmail.comThu, 24 Jan 2008 15:20:22 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-51994350097223709662008-01-25T09:20:22.595+10:000noKamala Emanuel -as well as being the environment campaigns coordinator for the Socialist Alliance is a key organiser for the upcoming Climate Change /Social Change Conference set for April 11-13 in Sydney. In this interview Kamala (pictured left)discussesratbagradio@gmail.comKamala Emanuel -as well as being the environment campaigns coordinator for the Socialist Alliance is a key organiser for the upcoming Climate Change /Social Change Conference set for April 11-13 in Sydney. In this interview Kamala (pictured left)discusses the present situation that confronts the climate change movement and what role the conference can have in advancing our shared perspectives. 17.4 MB 25 minutes 20 seconds LeftCast January 25 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "http%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080125.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); Mp3 file download Climate change|Social change conferenceThe world is teetering on the brink of unstoppable climate change. Many now recognise the need for serious change in the way we produce and use energy, our transport systems, food production, urban design and forestry practices. Yet politicians are still mouthing platitudes while allowing corporations to continue to profit from polluting our atmosphere and destroying our ecosystem. The need for social change has become an urgent part of preventing catastrophic climate change. Can the market fix the problem? What is the real record of carbon trading? How can we build a social movement capable of averting this disaster? What models and experiences can offer real solutions? To strengthen the exchange of ideas and contribute towards that urgent action Green Left Weekly is organising the Climate Change Social Change conference from April 11-13, 2008 in Sydney. We are pleased to have confirmed: John Bellamy Foster, author of Marx's Ecology: Materialism and Nature,editor of Monthly ReviewPatrick Bond, Director of the Centre for Civil Society, Univ of KwaZulu-Natal; editor of Climate Change, Carbon Trading and CivilSocietyRoberto Perez, Cuban permaculturalist (featured in The Power of Community: how Cuba survived peak oil)Sandino Carrizales, Venezuelan environmental science student, studentactivist and community organiser. We invite your participation in making this more than just an exchange of ideas important as that is but a part of building up resistance to corporate-led climate change and strengthening the movement for sustainable development. If you would like to participate, including presenting a workshop, taking part in a panel, exhibiting your artwork or simply to register your interest in the conference, please email the conference organisers. To receive updates about the conference, send an email here to subscribe by email or use this feed to subscribe with your Feed Reader. Please forward this conference call through your networks. In solidarity, Kamala Emanuel and Pip Hinman Climate Change|Social Change conference organiserspolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistKamala Emanuel -as well as being the environment campaigns coordinator for the Socialist Alliance is a key organiser for the upcoming Climate Change /Social Change Conference set for April 11-13 in Sydney. In this interview Kamala (pictured left)discusses the present situation that confronts the climate change movement and what role the conference can have in advancing our shared...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/01/kamala-emanuel-climate-changesocial.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/gStEAxU2Ufo/cam-walker-interview-climate-change.htmlClimate and Environmentratbagradio@gmail.comWed, 23 Jan 2008 06:50:57 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-40699939300597523762008-01-24T00:50:57.931+10:000noCam Walker is national liaison officer for Friends of the Earth Australia. Along with others sectors he is organising a Climate Movement Convergence in Melbourne on February 9th. LeftCast used the opportunity of the convergence to speak with Walker about ratbagradio@gmail.comCam Walker is national liaison officer for Friends of the Earth Australia. Along with others sectors he is organising a Climate Movement Convergence in Melbourne on February 9th. LeftCast used the opportunity of the convergence to speak with Walker about the political situation confronting the environment movement at the present time. 15.4MB / 22: 25 LeftCast January 23 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "http%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080123.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); Mp3 download Climate movement convergence Melbourne Saturday February 9, 2008 Over the past few years, we have seen the emergence of a new social change movement, driven by an inspiring new wave of grassroots community activism. Around the country there are literally dozens of new groups, campaigning for effective action on climate change. As yet, this new movement has not been able to gather in the one place. The climate movement convergence seeks to create this space in a one day forum, aiming to bring together the remarkably diverse climate change community we have here in Victoria, including local climate action groups, peak green groups, thinkers and strategists, social activists and other sectors concerned about climate change, and progressive businesses. We aim to provide an inspiring day of workshops, open space for discussions, an overview of the latest climate science, ideas on building a strong and vibrant movement, and the opportunity to ponder what opportunities are now present with a change in federal government. To offer a workshop, please see the website. We would welcome your involvement. Details: Saturday February 9, 9am – 5pm Northcote High School St Georges Road, Northcote, 3070 Costs: low income $15/ waged people $25 (no one excluded through lack of funds). The convergence is being organised by the Sustainable Living Foundation (SLF), Friends of the Earth (FoE), the Greenleap Strategic Institute and Sustainable Business Practises and is supported by a range of climate groups including Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE), Carbon Equity, Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance, Environment Victoria, Futureye, Greenpeace, Moreland Energy Foundation, Western Region Environment Centre and Zero Emissions Now (ZEN). There are weekly planning meetings, if you would like to get involved please contact Cam Walker Further details will soon be available on the FoEA website and also at: Sustainability Convergence Draft 2008 Sustainability Convergence Programpolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistCam Walker is national liaison officer for Friends of the Earth Australia. Along with others sectors he is organising a Climate Movement Convergence in Melbourne on February 9th. LeftCast used the opportunity of the convergence to speak with Walker about the political situation confronting the environment movement at the present time. 15.4MB / 22: 25 LeftCast January 23...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/01/cam-walker-interview-climate-change.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/kdh_S4t-bko/pakistan-after-bhuttos-death.htmlAsiaratbagradio@gmail.comWed, 02 Jan 2008 02:08:34 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-45709949610022251232008-01-02T20:08:34.709+10:000noThis is an interview with Farooq Tariq who is the secretary of the Labour Party Pakistan In it, Farooq Tariq explains the situation in the wake of the assassination of Benazir Bhutto and how that is impacting on parties who seek to boycott the national elratbagradio@gmail.comThis is an interview with Farooq Tariq who is the secretary of the Labour Party Pakistan In it, Farooq Tariq explains the situation in the wake of the assassination of Benazir Bhutto and how that is impacting on parties who seek to boycott the national elections which have now been postponed. This interview is with LeftCast producer, Dave Riley. It is a rushed edit. 16 mins 4 secs ; 11 MB LeftCast January 2nd 2008 embed_flv("240", "20", "http%3A%2F%2Fratbagmedia.wikispaces.com%2Fspace%2Fshowimage%2FLeftCast20080102.mp3?file_extension=mp3", false, false, "/s/mediaplayer.swf"); File downloadpolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistThis is an interview with Farooq Tariq who is the secretary of the Labour Party Pakistan In it, Farooq Tariq explains the situation in the wake of the assassination of Benazir Bhutto and how that is impacting on parties who seek to boycott the national elections which have now been postponed. This interview is with LeftCast producer, Dave Riley. It is a rushed edit. 16 mins 4 secs ; 11 MB ...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2008/01/pakistan-after-bhuttos-death.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/CjC4nvb8PUY/derek-wall-being-green-and-left-and.htmlClimate and Environmentratbagradio@gmail.comSat, 15 Dec 2007 19:37:29 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-49133227134678024982007-12-16T13:37:29.860+10:000no Derek Wall is current Principal Speaker of the Green Party of England and Wales as well as an environmental and social activist, academic and writer whose work concentrates on eco-socialism and the relationship between Marxism and the environment. Wall kratbagradio@gmail.com Derek Wall is current Principal Speaker of the Green Party of England and Wales as well as an environmental and social activist, academic and writer whose work concentrates on eco-socialism and the relationship between Marxism and the environment. Wall keeps a regular blog, Another Green World. Wikipedia entry on Ecosocialism function FlashRequest(command, args) {} Popout Original audio sourcepolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistDerek Wall is current Principal Speaker of the Green Party of England and Wales as well as an environmental and social activist, academic and writer whose work concentrates on eco-socialism and the relationship between Marxism and the environment. Wall keeps a regular blog, Another Green World. Wikipedia entry on Ecosocialism function FlashRequest(command, args) {} Popout...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2007/06/derek-wall-being-green-and-left-and.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/TVO6SWe7GYQ/labour-day-in-qld-kevin-rudd-offers.htmlTrade UnionsALPratbagradio@gmail.comSat, 15 Dec 2007 19:35:02 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-59362764015876439862007-12-16T13:35:02.392+10:000no Labour Day in Brisbane is the largest annual mobilisation of workers in Australia. On May 7th, 40,00 workers and their families marched through Brisbane to celebrate the unity of labour. ALP leader Kevin Rudd was there to offer them all " a fair go". 14:ratbagradio@gmail.com Labour Day in Brisbane is the largest annual mobilisation of workers in Australia. On May 7th, 40,00 workers and their families marched through Brisbane to celebrate the unity of labour. ALP leader Kevin Rudd was there to offer them all " a fair go". 14:03 function FlashRequest(command, args) {} Popout Original audio source Speakers: ALP leader, Kevin RuddMargaret GleesonPaul BenedekAmelia Taylorpolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistLabour Day in Brisbane is the largest annual mobilisation of workers in Australia. On May 7th, 40,00 workers and their families marched through Brisbane to celebrate the unity of labour. ALP leader Kevin Rudd was there to offer them all " a fair go". 14:03 function FlashRequest(command, args) {} Popout Original audio source Speakers: ALP leader, Kevin RuddMargaret GleesonPaul...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2007/05/labour-day-in-qld-kevin-rudd-offers.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/Nerp6fL5DkE/carbon-emissions-and-global-warming.htmlClimate and Environmentratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 01 May 2007 06:39:12 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-25695365384539140532007-05-01T23:39:12.281+10:000noLeftCast #3, April 30th, 2007 Mp3 This is an interview with Adrian Whitehead from Beyond Zero Emissions.The interview was done by Susan Austin on January 24th, this year in Hobart,Tasmania, for Guerrilla Radio. Guerrilla Radio is a social justice & enviroratbagradio@gmail.comLeftCast #3, April 30th, 2007 Mp3 This is an interview with Adrian Whitehead from Beyond Zero Emissions.The interview was done by Susan Austin on January 24th, this year in Hobart,Tasmania, for Guerrilla Radio. Guerrilla Radio is a social justice & environmental news program on Edge Radio in Hobart every Tuesday 2-3pm. People can listen to Edge Radio on line by visiting edgeradio.org.au. Edge Radio runs its own message board here if you want to offer feedback. Music, as always, is played by that modern 'Dutch Master' of the jewsharp, Danibal . powered by ODEO politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistLeftCast #3, April 30th, 2007 Mp3 This is an interview with Adrian Whitehead from Beyond Zero Emissions.The interview was done by Susan Austin on January 24th, this year in Hobart,Tasmania, for Guerrilla Radio. Guerrilla Radio is a social justice & environmental news program on Edge Radio in Hobart every Tuesday 2-3pm. People can listen to Edge Radio on line by visiting...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2007/04/carbon-emissions-and-global-warming.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/6LOY7NCMqQQ/invasion-day.htmlIndigenous Australiansratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 01 May 2007 06:28:08 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-18354103234232210972007-05-01T23:28:08.543+10:001noLeftCast #2, January 31st, 2007 Mp3 A major victory has been won by the Aboriginal movement in Australia. The Queensland attorney-general’s department has decided that Senior Sergeant Chris Hurley will be charged with manslaughter over the death of Mulrunratbagradio@gmail.comLeftCast #2, January 31st, 2007 Mp3 A major victory has been won by the Aboriginal movement in Australia. The Queensland attorney-general’s department has decided that Senior Sergeant Chris Hurley will be charged with manslaughter over the death of Mulrunji Doomadgee. Mulrunji, an Aboriginal man, died in police custody on Palm Island in 2004. Hurley's charge was announced by Andrew Boe, Palm Island council’s legal adviser, to the 700 people who had gathered at Brisbane’s annual Invasion Day rally on January 26. The announcement changed the focus of the rally to a more conscious celebration of Aboriginal resistance. Since many indigenous activists had come to Brisbane for the protest from communities across Queensland and New South Wales, Invasion Day 2007 presented an opportunity to discuss and plan ahead. This was a major theme taken up by the speakers both at the rally and during the militant march that followed. 14:48 powered by ODEO Heard on the audio:Andrew Boe, Lyle Monroe, Sister Vicki, Sam Watson, Lional Fogarty, Jenny Monroe, Cathy Jackson, Nunukul Yuggera Aboriginal Dancers,Lex Wotton, etc and the voices of the powerful and confident community of Qld Murris. Reports: Aboriginal victory: Palm Island cop charged Socialist Alliance, BrisbaneImages of Invasion Day politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistLeftCast #2, January 31st, 2007 Mp3 A major victory has been won by the Aboriginal movement in Australia. The Queensland attorney-general’s department has decided that Senior Sergeant Chris Hurley will be charged with manslaughter over the death of Mulrunji Doomadgee. Mulrunji, an Aboriginal man, died in police custody on Palm Island in 2004. Hurley's charge was announced by Andrew Boe,...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2007/02/invasion-day.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/vNRgp73biFw/indigenous-polical-renaissance.htmlSocialist AllianceIndigenous Australiansratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 01 May 2007 05:51:36 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-84575065462903778522007-05-01T22:51:36.706+10:000noSamWatson Mp3 In this episode of LeftCast we speak to Indigenous activist, Sam Watson. Mulrunji death in police custody Two years ago Mulrunji Doomagee, an aboriginal man, died in police custody on Palm Island -- an indigenous community on the Central Queratbagradio@gmail.comSamWatson Mp3 In this episode of LeftCast we speak to Indigenous activist, Sam Watson. Mulrunji death in police custody Two years ago Mulrunji Doomagee, an aboriginal man, died in police custody on Palm Island -- an indigenous community on the Central Queensland Coast. His death has galvanized a new and strong sense of anger and protest amongst Indigenous Australians, particularly Qld Murris . On this episode of LeftCast we talk to Sam Watson -- a leading indigenous activist from Brisbane. Sam Watson discusses the new political renaissance that has arisen within the aboriginal community and talks about its present perspectives and momentum. Listen to audio: 21:08 powered by ODEO You can review the the background to this interview by exploring the LeftCast archives. And you can keep up with ongoing events and news on this important struggle in the pages of Green Left Weekly at greenleft.org.au. Indigenous anger at ongoing injustice(GLW)Socialist Alliance BrisbaneSlideshow of Mulrunji protestsIndigenous label on LeftCast New LeftCast format Instead of offering an eclectic mix of audio collected from across the web as well as occasionally offering pieces produced by the RatBag Radio Network, LefTCast inn future will be generating original content. And instead of being only occasionally published and podcasted, LeftCast will be trying to adhere to a regular weekly schedule. I repeat, we will try !, Indeed, we hope to occasionally produce content more frequently if the circumstances warrant it.. J-harp music on the RRN If you have been a regular listener to audio produced at the Ratbag Radio Network you will know that we’ve made a habit of packaging them between samples of jew’s harp music. This eccentric indulgence will continue. However,you will be pleased to know,that in future we will be showcasing the excellent mouthing skills of people other than ourselves. The Ratbag Radio Network hopes to serve as a showcase for this archaic instrument. For the time being we feature the modern and occasionally hip hoppish rhythm of Dutch jew’s harp player Danibal.-- who is also a member of GroenLinks -- the Dutch Green Left Party. Danibal's page on MySpace politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistSamWatson Mp3 In this episode of LeftCast we speak to Indigenous activist, Sam Watson. >> Mulrunji death in police custody Two years ago Mulrunji Doomagee, an aboriginal man, died in police custody on Palm Island -- an indigenous community on the Central Queensland Coast. His death has galvanized a new and strong sense of anger and protest amongst Indigenous Australians, particularly Qld...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2007/01/indigenous-polical-renaissance.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/llOoBwolS8g/sam-watson-partnership-between.htmlSam WatsonSocialist AllianceIndigenous Australiansratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 01 May 2007 05:52:06 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-83022812888527449512007-05-01T22:52:06.647+10:000nomp3 The decision by Queensland Dept of Public Prosecutions not to proceed with any charges against police officer Chris Hurley has led a to a massive outcry of protest and anger from among the local Murri community and their supporters. An earlier coroniaratbagradio@gmail.commp3 The decision by Queensland Dept of Public Prosecutions not to proceed with any charges against police officer Chris Hurley has led a to a massive outcry of protest and anger from among the local Murri community and their supporters. An earlier coronial inquest had ruled that Hurley was responsible for the death in custody of Mulrunji Doomagee on Palm Island in November 2004. [See background audio and references here] A leading activist in the campaign around Mulrunji's death has been Brisbane Murri leader Sam Watson. Watson is a member of the Socialist Alliance, having stood against Queensland state premier Peter Beattie as a SA candidate in September this year. He is also the Alliance's endorsed candidate for the Senate at the next federal election. This is a recording of an address given by Watson to the Socialist Alliance National Conference in Geelong on October 29th, this year. Watson reviews the circumstances of Mulrunji's death and describes how the Alliance has worked with the Murri community both in electioneering and seeking justice for Mulrunji. 13.42 MB / 00:23:27 / 80kbps / 44 kHz / powered by ODEOpolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistmp3 The decision by Queensland Dept of Public Prosecutions not to proceed with any charges against police officer Chris Hurley has led a to a massive outcry of protest and anger from among the local Murri community and their supporters. An earlier coronial inquest had ruled that Hurley was responsible for the death in custody of Mulrunji Doomagee on Palm Island in November 2004. [See...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/12/sam-watson-partnership-between.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/luu5JkLMi8Y/margarita-windisch-interview.htmlSocialist Allianceratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 01 May 2007 06:47:09 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1162965304866901502007-05-01T23:47:09.629+10:000noSocialist Alliance: Melbourne Download mp3 audio: [10:39] This interview with Margarita Windisch --a Socialist Alliance candidate for the seat of Footscray in the Victorian state elections explore how differently the Alliance views electioneering and elecratbagradio@gmail.comSocialist Alliance: Melbourne Download mp3 audio: [10:39] This interview with Margarita Windisch --a Socialist Alliance candidate for the seat of Footscray in the Victorian state elections explore how differently the Alliance views electioneering and election campaigns.Windisch also explains what the SA is all about day to day. The interview is with Dave Riley for LeftCast. powered by ODEO Filed in: Socialist Alliance, socialismpolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistSocialist Alliance: Melbourne Download mp3 audio: [10:39] This interview with Margarita Windisch --a Socialist Alliance candidate for the seat of Footscray in the Victorian state elections explore how differently the Alliance views electioneering and election campaigns.Windisch also explains what the SA is all about day to day. The interview is with Dave Riley for LeftCast. powered by...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/11/margarita-windisch-interview.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/Os0G3kxlT5E/brisbane-mulrinji-rally-october-10th_11.htmlIndigenous Australiansratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 01 May 2007 05:53:01 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1160498943790521372007-05-01T22:53:01.085+10:000noMp3 Download Brisbane:On October 10th members of Queensland's indigenous community and their supporters marched on the Queensland state parliament.The protest had been called to demand justice for Palm Islander Mulrinji, killed in police custody in Novembratbagradio@gmail.comMp3 Download Brisbane:On October 10th members of Queensland's indigenous community and their supporters marched on the Queensland state parliament.The protest had been called to demand justice for Palm Islander Mulrinji, killed in police custody in November 2004. The intention was to present petitions collected throughout the state which demanded that the police officer found responsible in the recent coroners report for Mulrinji’s death be sacked. The police officer named, Chris Hurley, had in the time since the aboriginal’s death, been promoted and transferred from Palm Island to the Gold Coast and no administrative action had been taken against him. This was a militant march -- and the determination and anger of those participating is clear from this recording which begins at the gates of parliament.Speakers were Sam Watson, a leader of the Brisbane Murri community. members of Mulrinji’s family from Palm Island, and state premier, Peter Beattie. References: Palm Island death in custodyTranscript of Sam Watson's presentation Office of State Coroners report on Mulrunjie’s death[MS Word doc]politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistMp3 Download Brisbane:On October 10th members of Queensland's indigenous community and their supporters marched on the Queensland state parliament.The protest had been called to demand justice for Palm Islander Mulrinji, killed in police custody in November 2004. The intention was to present petitions collected throughout the state which demanded that the police officer found responsible in...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/10/brisbane-mulrinji-rally-october-10th_11.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/HY1WmDKvj1Q/palm-island-death-in-custo_116004035493680720.htmlIndigenous Australiansratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 01 May 2007 05:54:05 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1160040354936807202007-05-01T22:54:05.653+10:000noMp3 download Queensland's deputy state coroner, Christine Clements in a damning report has criticized the initial investigation into the 2004 Palm Island death in custody of Mulrunji saying that it failed to meet appropriate guidelines. Clements also founratbagradio@gmail.comMp3 download Queensland's deputy state coroner, Christine Clements in a damning report has criticized the initial investigation into the 2004 Palm Island death in custody of Mulrunji saying that it failed to meet appropriate guidelines. Clements also found that Senior Sergeant Christopher Hurley caused Mulrunji’s death, and accused the police of failing to investigate his death fully. Mulrunji, 36, was found dead on the cement floor of his cell about 11am on November 19, 2004. Since the report has been handed down there has been a campaign by the Queensland Police Union, the Police Commissioner and the state government minister to disparage the report’s findings and recommendations. Clement’s conclusions have now gone before Leanne Clare, the state’s director of Public Prosecution for consideration as to whether charges will be laid. What the media labeled as a ‘ riot” erupted on the island on November 26, 2004 after the results of the inquest in to the death were revealed to the local aboriginal community. During this event the local police station and some other government buildings were burned to the ground. The Queensland Police Service flew in approximately 80 additional police officers to restore order. The case and its consequences were addressed by Murri activist and Socialist Alliance electoral candidate, Sam Watson, at a Alliance meeting on October 4th. Transcript of Sam Watson's presentationSocialist Alliance national webpage Brisbane Socialist Alliance blog Office of State Coroners report on Mulrunjie’s death[MS Word doc]Live LeftCast recording of Murunji protest rally October 10th politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistMp3 download Queensland's deputy state coroner, Christine Clements in a damning report has criticized the initial investigation into the 2004 Palm Island death in custody of Mulrunji saying that it failed to meet appropriate guidelines. Clements also found that Senior Sergeant Christopher Hurley caused Mulrunji’s death, and accused the police of failing to investigate his death fully....http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/10/palm-island-death-in-custo_116004035493680720.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/Rv-inCqlB-E/record-commentary-now-or-file-news.htmlratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 01 May 2007 05:54:46 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1158815011023174422007-05-01T22:54:46.130+10:000Audio:As part of the process of reformatting the Ratbag Radio Network anyone who wants to make a comment or file a report for possible podcast, web audio and maybe radio distribution to use the create audio facility here:* http://www.odeo.com/create/studio The Odeo Studio is a very easy interface to operate and all you need is a microphone plugged into the computer you are using.[Any computer...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/09/record-commentary-now-or-file-news.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/zAEHACaKnzQ/long-road-home-immigrants-seek-equal.htmlratbagradio@gmail.comWed, 20 Sep 2006 19:36:41 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1158806201693137052006-09-21T12:36:41.706+10:000noWith the American labor movement in steady decline, the determination of immigrant workers to assert their rights is a gravity-defying feat. Join us to learn of the innovative approaches to organizing and leading constituencies of unparalleled diversity aratbagradio@gmail.comWith the American labor movement in steady decline, the determination of immigrant workers to assert their rights is a gravity-defying feat. Join us to learn of the innovative approaches to organizing and leading constituencies of unparalleled diversity and how they will add new elements to the great tradition of social movements that have given us the rights we sometimes take for granted. powered by ODEO Mp3 download This program is produced by the excllent project The Mainstream Media Project and is taken from thei excellent r A World of Possibilities podcast. These interviews are a fascinating exploration of organising collectively in different communities and showcase different tactics and alliances. Inspirational stuff. politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistWith the American labor movement in steady decline, the determination of immigrant workers to assert their rights is a gravity-defying feat. Join us to learn of the innovative approaches to organizing and leading constituencies of unparalleled diversity and how they will add new elements to the great tradition of social movements that have given us the rights we sometimes take for...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/09/long-road-home-immigrants-seek-equal.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/ZSkkRGc0T5M/planet-of-slums-mike-davis.htmlratbagradio@gmail.comWed, 13 Sep 2006 23:39:02 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1158215520760147862006-09-14T16:39:02.960+10:000noAudio: Mike Davis is the author of many books on the urban environment and how that formats our political and social existence. His recent published work -- Planet of Slums -- is a shocking review of how the other half is forced to live. Here is an intervratbagradio@gmail.comAudio: Mike Davis is the author of many books on the urban environment and how that formats our political and social existence. His recent published work -- Planet of Slums -- is a shocking review of how the other half is forced to live. Here is an interview with Davis conducted by the CBC. Mp3 download. 23:00. This global problem is of massive proportions: From Planet of Slums “What is clear is that the contemporary mega-slum poses unique problems of imperial order and social control that conventional geopolitics has barely begun to register. If the aim of the “war on terrorism” is to pursue the erstwhile enemy into his sociological and cultural labyrinth, then the poor peripheries of developing cities will be the permanent battlefields of the twenty-first century. “Night after night, hornet-like helicopter gun-ships stalk enigmatic enemies in the narrow streets of the slum districts, pouring their hellfire into shanties or fleeing cars. Every morning the slums reply with suicide bombers and eloquent explosions. If the empire can deploy Orwellian technologies of repression, its outcasts surely have the gods of chaos on their side. powered by ODEO Source: The Current Program:Slum Cities: a shifting world May 7, 2006 Mike Davis coverage/articles in Green Left Weekly politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistAudio: Mike Davis is the author of many books on the urban environment and how that formats our political and social existence. His recent published work -- Planet of Slums -- is a shocking review of how the other half is forced to live. Here is an interview with Davis conducted by the CBC. Mp3 download. 23:00. This global problem is of massive proportions: From Planet of Slums “What is clear...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/09/planet-of-slums-mike-davis.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/rysO73EeAVM/fmxspecial-black-august-george-jackson.htmlratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 12 Sep 2006 17:41:38 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1157690466933240182006-09-13T10:41:38.620+10:000no 09.04.06> FREEMIX RADIO: The Original Mixtape Radio Show FM6 Special Black August: George Jackson Tribute. This edition is dedicated to the memory of George Jackson. In this mix hear artists, activists, family, loved-ones and comrades read excerpts frratbagradio@gmail.com 09.04.06> FREEMIX RADIO: The Original Mixtape Radio Show FM6 Special Black August: George Jackson Tribute. This edition is dedicated to the memory of George Jackson. In this mix hear artists, activists, family, loved-ones and comrades read excerpts from Jackson's works plus great music from Head-Roc, Asheru, Lil Wayne, Wise Intelligent, Wu Tang Clan, Blitz, Hasan Salaam and more... Download|Liner Notes|Email| More FreeMix Radio| powered by ODEOpolitics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racist09.04.06> FREEMIX RADIO: The Original Mixtape Radio Show FM6 Special Black August: George Jackson Tribute. This edition is dedicated to the memory of George Jackson. In this mix hear artists, activists, family, loved-ones and comrades read excerpts from Jackson's works...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/09/fmxspecial-black-august-george-jackson.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/ktZC8xAunpA/palestine-today-august-14-2006.htmlratbagradio@gmail.comSun, 29 Oct 2006 08:32:08 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1155615088997615812006-10-30T02:32:08.803+10:000no Palestine Today, a service of the International Middle East Media Centre www.imemc.org  for Monday August 14th, 2006. Three Palestinians including a child were killed in an Israeli air strike in Beit Hanoun, displaced Lebanese left their shelters inratbagradio@gmail.com Palestine Today, a service of the International Middle East Media Centre www.imemc.org  for Monday August 14th, 2006. Three Palestinians including a child were killed in an Israeli air strike in Beit Hanoun, displaced Lebanese left their shelters in an attempt to return to their homes, and the army continues to take prisoners in the West Bank. 5.8mb / mono / powered by ODEO Click here to Download MP3 file 5.8 MB Email RRN Tour the Ratbag Radio Network Send RRN an audio comment politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistPalestine Today, a service of the International Middle East Media Centre www.imemc.org  for Monday August 14th, 2006. Three Palestinians including a child were killed in an Israeli air strike in Beit Hanoun, displaced Lebanese left their shelters in an attempt to return to their homes, and the army continues to take prisoners in the West Bank. 5.8mb / mono / powered by ODEO Click here...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/08/palestine-today-august-14-2006.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Leftcast/~3/ksZFIUq1aMM/whats-behind-israels-war-on-its.htmlratbagradio@gmail.comTue, 12 Sep 2006 17:46:43 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23721850.post-1155610770253038842006-09-13T10:46:43.570+10:000noKPFA:Voices of the Middle East and North Africa http://www.kpfa.org/archives/index.php?arch=15554 Four weeks ago, the U.S. funded and armed Israeli military launched a full-scale war against Lebanon, its infrastructure, its social fabric and its people. Oratbagradio@gmail.comKPFA:Voices of the Middle East and North Africa http://www.kpfa.org/archives/index.php?arch=15554 Four weeks ago, the U.S. funded and armed Israeli military launched a full-scale war against Lebanon, its infrastructure, its social fabric and its people. On this week's program, Dr. Azmi Beshara will be in conversation with Dr. Samara Esmeir about the destructive political operations of the war, the alignments within Israel that gave birth to this war, the regional and the global state of affairs enabling it, the political meanings of various forms of violence, as well as their relation to the U.S. projects of "democracy" in the Middle East, Israel's history in the region and practices of resistance. Azmi Beshara is a member of the Israeli Parliament, on behalf of the Palestinian party, the National Democratic Assembly, and a former Professor of Philosophy at Bir Zeit University in the West Bank. Later in the program, Coptic poet and educator Matthew Shenoda will recite "State of Siege", a poem by the Palestinian poet, Mahmoud Darwish, one of the most prominent contemporary poets in the Arab world. Mahmoud Darwish is known to be the poetic voice of the Palestinian people. http://www.mahmouddarwish.com/ Under siege, time becomes space Petrified in its eternity Under siege, space becomes time That ! missed its yesterday and its tomorrow mp3 /44kHx /59:53 /10.28MB Click on blue triangle to play powered by ODEO Program source: KPFA GM: Wednesday for August 9th, 2006 Download Mp3 file Right click/save as to download politics,forum,green,left,socialism,activism,campaigning,democracy,anti,war,feminist,feminism,anti,racistKPFA:Voices of the Middle East and North Africa http://www.kpfa.org/archives/index.php?arch=15554 Four weeks ago, the U.S. funded and armed Israeli military launched a full-scale war against Lebanon, its infrastructure, its social fabric and its people. On this week's program, Dr. Azmi Beshara will be in conversation with Dr. Samara Esmeir about the destructive political operations of the war,...http://leftcast.blogspot.com/2006/08/whats-behind-israels-war-on-its.htmlnonadultA news and commentary audio podcast project generated from a left and green perspective.