This is a fantastic analysis of how the US’s foreign policy relies on creating terrorism and the material reality of extremism.
⭐⭐⭐ – Intro Theory & Politics
Tibet – The Truth (2013)
The Deprogram Ep. 7: The Failings of Former Socialism
This is a fun and cool podcast put on by Hakim and friends. This is a cool episode where they talk about some of the worst parts of former Socialist projects including the repercussions of religious persecution.
Introduction to Dialectical Materialism by Luna Oi
Luna does a fantastic job of making these ideas as accessible as possible while giving some real world examples to consider.
Former Socialism’s Faults – Hakim (2020)
This is a fantastic video that will give you not only an introduction to past socialist states but also good-faith criticisms of them. These examples will give you plenty of substantive topics to think about and talk about when you discuss Socialism with skeptics.
Marx’s Capital with Martin Thomas
This playlist is a fantastic breakdown of Marx’s Capital in everyday language.
Democracy Now!: Twenty Years Covering the Movements Changing America (2017)
This book is an INCREDIBLE, vivid, and THRILLING introduction to political movements. Amy Goodman herself narrates the audiobook, which I highly recommend.
If you do buy the book, consider ordering it from their website directly.
Black Leaders Discussion feat. Angela Davis, Kwame Ture (1973)
Seeing this much black power really inspired me. They have robust systemic answers to the same questions we’re grappling with today.