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Working Class History

Working Class History
Working Class History
Poll Tax
Class Struggle
World War II
Mandate Rule Palestine
Palestinian Labor Movement
Social Media
The Angry Brigade
Vietnam War
Migrant Workers
Arab Workers' Congress
Miners' Strikes
Golden Age Of Piracy
South Korea
Nakba
Palestinian Arab Workers Society
International Workers' Day
Labor Movements
People's History
1970s British Politics

History isn't made by kings and politicians, it's made by all of us. This podcast is about how we, together, have fought for a better world.Become a paid subscriber, support our work and listen ad-free with early access and exclusive bonus episodes at patreon.com/workingclasshistory.

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Free preview of the bonus episode to our three-part podcast series about the organising campaign by the Industrial Workers of the World union at Starbucks in the 2000s, in conversation with Daniel Gross, one of the key organisers.

This episode covers... more

Final part of our three-part podcast series about the organising campaign by the Industrial Workers of the World union at Starbucks in the 2000s, in conversation with Daniel Gross, one of the key organisers.

This part covers international solidarity,... more

Part 2 of our three-part podcast series about the organising campaign by the Industrial Workers of the World union at Starbucks in the 2000s, in conversation with Daniel Gross, one of the key organisers.

This part covers solidarity unionism and direc... more

Before the current wave of organising at Starbucks, another group of workers in the early 2000s got together and formed a union at one of the most anti-union corporations on earth. They won better pay and conditions, and laid the groundwork for the u... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Gross
Union activist and former Starbucks barista involved in the IWW Starbucks Workers Union
IWW Starbucks Workers Union / Union activist
Episode: E122: IWW Starbucks Workers Union, part 2
CS Hollis
Rail worker, interviewee
National Union of Railwaymen
Episode: E120: 1926 general strike, part 3
Betty Harrison
Textile worker who spoke about her experience during the strike and later commentary in Part 1
Textile workers, Bradford Trades Council participant
Episode: E119: 1926 general strike, part 2
Judy Cox
Co-author of Revisiting the General Strike of 1926, When Workers Were Ready to Dare
Author/Researcher
Episode: E119: 1926 general strike, part 2
Abe Moffat
Scottish Communist active in the coalfields, later president of the National Union of Scottish Mineworkers
National Union of Scottish Mineworkers
Episode: E118: 1926 general strike, part 1
Harry Watson
Docks worker (lighterman) in East London during the General Strike
Local dock workers union
Episode: E118: 1926 general strike, part 1
Tomas Rothaus
Author of Argentina, A Tale of Two Utopias
Author/Writer
Episode: E115: Argentina uprising 2001, part 1
Zane McNeill
Advocate specializing in queer Appalachia and anti-carceral work.
Working Class History
Episode: E112: [FREE EPISODE] Radical Reads - Be Gay Do Crime
Blu Buchanan
Assistant professor at UNC Asheville with a background in labor and trans organizing.
University of North Carolina Asheville
Episode: E112: [FREE EPISODE] Radical Reads - Be Gay Do Crime

Hosts

Judy Cox
Co-author of historical works and host/guide within the series, providing scholarly framing and analysis of labor history.
Thomas
Host of the series, guiding conversations and providing historical context across episodes.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Some illuminating episodes but big disappointment by the book

    I have enjoyed and been inspired by some of your past episodes but am dismayed by the book "China in Global Capitalism" author's interview. I read this book recently, and can state it is a reactionary anti-CCP treatise based mostly on western sources and dissident voices. A true working class analysis of China's history and current situation would be critical of this book, not favorable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LizzyLiberty
    United Statesa year ago
  • Educational & Relatable

    Excellent evidence-based coverage including interviews from people who were on the ground during these movements. Deeply appreciate the work being done by WCH

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    razzledazzle58
    United Statesa year ago
  • Top work

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Duncan Crowley
    a year ago
  • Just great content and you definitely get what you expect. Good historical content for more class consciousness

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Rothuskir
    a year ago
  • A wealth of knowledge

    A lot to learn. Things they don’t teach at school. Their instagram is a good one for shorter insight into events and working class heroes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bulletproof Isobel
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Shows deep archival research and strong storytelling around labor history.
Guest diversity and firsthand accounts are a standout strength.
The coverage is educational and inspiring for listeners who want to understand workers' movements.

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#182
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#187
France/History
Apple Podcasts
#80
Switzerland/History
Apple Podcasts
#100
Spain/History
Apple Podcasts
#110
South Korea/History
Apple Podcasts
#115
Poland/History

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E106: [TEASER] Radical Reads – China in Global Capitalism
Q: Could you maybe talk about any particular struggles which seem kind of emblematic of that period?
The most famous strike from this period is the 2010 Honda strike, where workers stopped production and successfully demanded wage increases and the ability to elect their own union representatives.
E95: Bootleg miners, part 1
Q: What spurred miners to start bootleg mining?
The Great Depression and the closure of official coal mines drove miners to independently mine for survival.
E96: Bootleg miners, part 2
Q: Why did you turn to bootlegging in the first place?
During the Depression, bootlegging was a means of survival, starting from a young age.
E84: Angry Brigade, part 2
Q: What do you think is most important for us to think about today in terms of trying to organize as workers and as a class to make things better?
A real assertion of basic principles like solidarity, and looking strategically at situations where one can win.
E89: Indigenous resistance since 1992, part 2
Q: What has been the impact of Indigenous resistance movements since 1992?
Indigenous resistance movements have played a critical role in protecting lands and resources, raising awareness about environmental issues, and asserting Indigenous rights, resulting in both victories and ongoing struggles.

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What is Working Class History about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on working-class history through first-hand testimonies, archival research, and critical analysis of labor movements around the world. Episodes weave testimonies from miners, dock workers, textile workers, and activists with historical context to illuminate solidarity, organizing, and state responses to strikes and neoliberal policies. Noteworthy is the emphasis on voices often overlooked in mainstream histories, plus a strong focus on how grassroots organizing and worker-led action shape social change. The format is accessible yet rigorous, making it valuable for listeners who want both deep historical insight and practical takeaways on organizing and advocacy. The program stands out for its archival depth, global scope, a... more

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2. CS Hollis
3. Betty Harrison
4. Judy Cox
5. Abe Moffat
6. Harry Watson
7. Tomas Rothaus
8. Zane McNeill

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