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The Dugout | a black anarchist podcast

The Dugout
Set It Off
Black Panther Party
Black Anarchism
Capitalism
Assata Shakur
Trump
Kuwasi Balagoon
Accelerationalism
Anarchism
Afropessimism
Revolutionary Processes
Law Enforcement Misconduct
Radical Justice
Anti-Blackness
Solidarity Movements
Palestine
Marginalized Communities
United States Presidential Election
Authoritarianism
Police Brutality

The Dugout is a weekly Black anarchist podcast hosted by Prince Shakur & Jordan. We bring radical, decolonial, and queer takes on politics, movements, and media—covering everything from Black anarchism and Afro-pessimism to uprisings, direct action, and liberation struggles worldwide. Have ideas, reading recs, or want to be a guest? Email us. Consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.... more

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Why do I identify as an anarchist—specifically, a Black anarchist? I share my journey from early organizing and labor work to international protest. From the Black Panther Party’s survival programs to my time at Standing Rock, in France during Nuit D... more

In this reupload of a collaboration between The Dugout Podcast and In the Mix Prisoner Podcast, we sit down with historian and organizer Garrett Felber to explore the life, politics, and legacy of Martin Sostre. From defense committees and anarchist ... more

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It’s been a year since Trump’s return to the White House. We look at the chaos of his second term—from attacks on birthright citizenship to sweeping emergency powers and foreign policy shocks. We break down the fallout at home: labor pushback, a frac... more

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Let's unpack the recent happenings with the assassination of Charles Kirk, and what this means for this moment of rising fascism.

What is Turning Point USA? www.nytimes.com/2025/09/10/us/turning-point-usa-charlie-kirk.html

How Kirk Earned T... more

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Recent Guests

Anastasia bat Lilith
Anarchist organizer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focusing on Jewish anarchism and community building through zines and mutual aid.
Pittsburgh Jewish Zine Fest and Ratzone
Episode: Interview With Jewish Anarchist Anastasia bat Lilith
Eric King
Former political prisoner, activist, and author
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Episode: Cages, Courts, & Collectives: Eric King on Building Power
Kyle T. Mays
Scholar of Afro-Indigenous history and culture, and associated professor at UCLA
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Episode: Kyle T. Mays on Tribal Sovereignty, Reparations, and Revolution
Fawaz Murtaba
A Sudanese anarchist organizer sharing insights on anarchist resistance in Sudan
Episode: INSIDE ANARCHISM IN SUDAN : An Interview with Fawaz [ENGLISH]
Nia Ola
Sex work advocate and educator
Episode: Let the Body Speak: Sex Work, Education & Self-Determination w/ Nia Ola (Part 2)
Nia Òla
Afro pessimist, cultural critic, TikTok commentator, essayist on Substack
Episode: Curiosity as Resistance: Nia Òla’s Political Imagination (Part 1)
Andrew Sage
Creator of radical media and video essays exploring anarchism and solar punk
Andrewism
Episode: The Dugout Interviews Andrew Sage of ANDREWISM
Jonina Abron-Ervin
American journalist, professor, and activist associated with the Black Power movement and the Black Panther Party
Episode: JONINA ABRON-ERVIN, Former BPP Newspaper Editor on Black Anarchism, Fascism and Media
Sylvia Rivera
Co-founder of Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries, later known as Street Transgender Action Revolutionaries
Episode: When A Moment Sparks A Revolution: Anarchist Calisthenics Through History

Hosts

Prince Shakur
Host of The Dugout, discussing radical, decolonial, and queer perspectives on politics and activism, particularly in the context of Black anarchism.
Jordan Mays
Co-host of The Dugout, known for engaging discussions on Black anarchism, activism, and critiques of state oppression.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • informative

    love these episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jordactyl
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent 6 stars

    Prince and Jordan are amazing. Excellent insight and profound reflection on revolutionary thought and liberation!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Landon1717
    United Statesa year ago

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Interview With Jewish Anarchist Anastasia bat Lilith
Q: How do you view your Jewish identity in relation to your anarchist beliefs?
Anastasia explains that her Jewish experience is interwoven with her anarchist views, promoting action over belief, and addressing the relevance of historical Jewish opposition to nationalism.
Interview With Jewish Anarchist Anastasia bat Lilith
Q: What does Teshuva mean to you in the context of anarchism?
Teshuva symbolizes a return to an ethical life and traditional Jewish observance, emphasizing the importance of self-work before making amends with others.
Black August Spotlight: Kwame Ture’s Legacy and the Birth of Black Power
Q: How has Black August changed over the course of your life?
The rise of BLM has shifted a lot of contemporary discussions around the carceral state and political prisoners.
Black August Spotlight: Kwame Ture’s Legacy and the Birth of Black Power
Q: When did you learn about Black August?
It was definitely after college, around 2016, I learned about it when I was in Seattle.
Cages, Courts, & Collectives: Eric King on Building Power
Q: How has your time incarcerated influenced your perspective on relationships, activism, and organizing?
King shares that being incarcerated exposed him to violence and shaped a protective instinct towards his family, making him aware of the dangers present in the world.

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This podcast explores a wide range of topics centered around Black anarchism, radical political movements, and decolonial thought. The discussions cover themes such as direct action, community organizing, and the intersections of race, queerness, and activism. Listeners can expect thought-provoking conversations that challenge conventional narratives about politics, state oppression, and liberation struggles both historically and in contemporary contexts. Notably, the hosts provide unique perspectives on significant figures and events while advocating for a more inclusive and intersectional approach to activism.

The podcast includes reflections on various social movements, critiques of systemic oppression, and emphasizes the importance of ... more

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1. Anastasia bat Lilith
2. Eric King
3. Kyle T. Mays
4. Fawaz Murtaba
5. Nia Ola
6. Nia Òla
7. Andrew Sage
8. Jonina Abron-Ervin

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