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Labor Movement
Pierre Poilievre
Capitalism
Bangladesh
Tariffs
Authoritarianism
Trade War
Sheikh Hasina
Mass Uprising
Palestinian Liberation
Migrant Students United
Neoliberalism
Economic Policy
Student Movement
Economic Inequality
Settler Colonialism
Zionism
Israeli Occupation
Workers' Rights
Arms Industry

This podcast is an extension of the revolutionary journalism of Spring Magazine. As an organization, our aim is to help advance working class struggles fighting against racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, settler colonialism, and for all people oppressed under capitalism. Spring is also a learning organization. This means that we take our politics to the streets and compare it to the... more

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This month's episode was recorded at Spring's annual Red October. The session took place on October 25, 2025 as part of the course “What is Revolutionary Socialism?” and features Spring Members Ayan Tani, Sarah Shahid and Emma Paling.

“As revolution... more

Last month, Zohran Mamdani won the mayoral race in New York. In January, he will take office. This campaign opened up the imagination for progressives not only in New York but across the world.

In this episode, Sarah Shahid speaks with Emily Lemmerm... more

Mail deliveries in Canada have been disrupted after postal workers across the country walked off the job. The strike comes after the Canadian government authorized widespread reforms to Canada Post that would shut post offices and end door-to-door de... more

Mark Carney’s recent commitment to increase Canada’s military spending to 5% of the country’s GDP by 2036 is the most ambitious investment into national defence in Canada’s history since the Second World War. It comes hand-in-hand with his announceme... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Jama
Independent MPP and disability rights activist
Hamilton Centre
Episode: 2025 Ontario Elections feat. Sarah Jama
Ricardo Tranjan
Author of The Tenant Class and housing advocate
Episode: A Socialist Response to Pierre Poilievre Part 2: Housing feat. Ricardo Tranjan
Moe Alqasem
Palestinian community organizer and trade unionist
Episode: One Front: The Struggle for a Free Palestine and Labour Organizing feat. Moe Alqasem
Taher Dahleh
Member of the Communication Workers of America and the Palestinian Youth Movement
Palestinian Youth Movement
Episode: One Front: The Struggle for a Free Palestine and Labour Organizing feat. Moe Alqasem
Frank Hammer
Former president of the United Auto Workers, Local 909
UAW
Episode: One Front: The Struggle for a Free Palestine and Labour Organizing feat. Moe Alqasem
Dennise Velasco
Activist, labor organizer, human rights defender, and former political prisoner from the Philippines
Migrante BC
Episode: Political Prisoners are a Labour Issue feat. Dennise Velasco
Anu Muhammad
Former Professor of Economics at Jahangir Nagar University and editor of Shorbujon Ghatha, Public Voices. He has authored over 40 books.
Episode: Mass Uprising in Bangladesh feat. Anu Muhammad
Pam Frache
Coordinator of the Justice for Workers campaign, organizer at the Workers Action Centre, long-standing labor and social justice activist based in Toronto.
Workers Action Centre
Episode: A Socialist Response to Pierre Poilievre Part 1: Justinflation feat. Pam Frache
Muzan Alneel
Sudanese engineer, Marxist political activist, and blogger
Episode: Solidarity with the People of Sudan feat. Muzan Alneel

Host

Ayan Tani
Co-host of the Spring Radio podcast, focuses on grassroots movements and social change.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Great Canadian Socialist Pod

    Love the variety of voices, topics, and formats the podcast covers. The analyses are always razor sharp.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sb…..
    Canada2 years ago
  • A true pulse on movements in Canada

    Love this show! Great content that can't be found elsewhere. Very grassroots. An analysis of Canadian politics from a revolutionary socialist lens

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah_sns
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    This is an amazing podcast, really great for people new to activism in Canada and working class struggle against oppression under capitalism. Both theory and how are they exercised in practices are being well explained in coherent manner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephenzh
    Canada2 years ago
  • Learned a lot

    Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah_sns
    Canada2 years ago

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Feedback highlights an engagement with topics not commonly addressed in mainstream media, positioning the podcast as a vital resource for understanding activism in Canada.
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Listeners appreciate the nuanced and thorough exploration of social issues, praising the variety of voices featured.

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Mass Uprising in Bangladesh feat. Anu Muhammad
Q: What is the scope of this interim government and what is even possible?
Anu Muhammad expressed uncertainty about the interim government's constitutional validity but acknowledged its reliance on public support and initial optimism from the populace.
Mass Uprising in Bangladesh feat. Anu Muhammad
Q: Could you explain to our listeners the significance of this moment in the context of Bangladesh's history?
Anu Muhammad discussed that the uprising is significant due to the longstanding oppressive regime of Sheikh Hasina and the historical context of resistance in Bangladesh.
Solidarity with the People of Sudan feat. Muzan Alneel
Q: How has the war affected the opinions of Sudanese people regarding different political actors and organizations?
The public opinion is split between SAF, RSF, and the FFC, with growing support for SAF due to the prolonged conflict and the perception of needing stability.
Solidarity with the People of Sudan feat. Muzan Alneel
Q: What room is there now for political organizing, especially by those who are active in the resistance committees or in trade unions?
The armed violence existed and affected Sudanese lives long before this war that started in April 15th.
A Socialist Response to Pierre Poilievre Part 1: Justinflation feat. Pam Frache
Q: What are the real causes of inflation today?
The conversation reveals that current inflation is influenced by multiple factors such as supply chain issues from the pandemic, monopoly pricing, the war in Ukraine, and climate change impacts, rather than just government spending or habitual economic policies.

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This podcast serves as a platform for discussions centered around revolutionary journalism, emphasizing the struggles of the working class against various forms of oppression such as racism, sexism, and capitalism. Through a combination of interviews and thematic conversations, the focus remains on grassroots activism and social justice issues, highlighting the voices of marginalized communities in Canada. Notably, the content frequently critiques political rhetoric and explores systemic failures, offering listeners a critical, insightful perspective on current events and societal challenges.

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2. Ricardo Tranjan
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4. Taher Dahleh
5. Frank Hammer
6. Dennise Velasco
7. Anu Muhammad
8. Pam Frache

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