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A weekly source of alternative information which aims to inspire action and organisation to put people and the environment first.Covering international political issues and struggles against the exploitation of the people and exposing the bias in mainstream media that preferences the power brokers and denies access to information.

  1. 22 AUG

    Fight Labor's Attack on the CFMEU || Muslim Votes Matter

    Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Chloe DS, Jacob Andrewartha, Rob Zocchi, Steph MNewsreportsPresenters discuss the following issues The protests against the genocide in Gaza taking place outside the Democrat National Convention in Chicago.The importance of Defending Imane Khelif against anti-trans attacks.Ongoing 24/7 Refugee rights encampment outside the department of home affairs.Interviews and DiscussionsExempt of a recording of a interview with Sue Bull & Sam Wainwright, national co-convenors of Socialist Alliance on the massive againsts against the CFMEU. You can view the full recording here via Green Left.Ghaith Kareym, a spokesperson for Muslim Votes Matter joined the program to discuss the formation of MVM and the issues affecting the Islamic community in the upcoming Federal election including Palestine and Islamaphobia. You can listen to a individual interview here.

  2. 29 AUG

    History of the BLF and Lessons for Today || Live cross from the picket outside Electromold || Solidarity Cup for Palestine

    Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Chloe DS, Jacob Andrewartha.NewsreportsPresenters discuss the latest headline newstories from the past week including.The massive protests condemning Labor and the ACTU over the Anti-CFMEU laws and the right-wing hysteria against the Greens for speaking out in support of the CFMEUIsrael launchs a massive assault on the West Bank in a escalation of the genocide in Gaza.Interviews and DiscussionMick Bull, union organiser, long-time union activist joins the program to talk about the history of the Builders Laborers Federation (BLF) and the lessons it offers today in terms of the current government attacks on the CFMEU. You can listen to the individual interview here.Zara Chauvin-Cunningham, Palestine solidarity activist joins the program direct from the community picket against Electromold which produces parts for fighter jets used in Israel's attacks on Gaza. You can listen to the individual interview here.Simon Reynolds, co-founder and current chair of the Community Soccer Hub joins the program live in the studio to talk about the upcoming Solidarity Cup for Palestine on September 15 and the importance of sport for Palestine solidarity. You can listen to the individual interview here.Songs played3 Percent - "Kids you couldn't kill" Les Amazones d'Afrique - "Musow Danse (Women's Dance)"Brother Ali - "The Collapse"

  3. 15 AUG

    What's behind the uprising in Bangladesh? || Rise of the Global far-right

    Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Chloe DS, Jacob Andrewartha, Rob Zocchi, Zane Alcorn,NewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters responding to the Labor parties anti-union, anti-CFMEU bill that represents one of the biggest attacks on the Trade union movement in history.Presenters discuss the Albanese government's shameful treatment of Palestinian refugees and opposition leader Peter Dutton calling on all refugees from Gaza to be barred from entering the country.Interviews and DiscussionsRecording of a talk by John Mullen, a Marxist activist based in Paris, France, speaking at a forum organised by Green Left on the Rise of the Global Far-Right that took place on July 30.  You can view a recording of the forum here.Dr Sabrina Syed, a billungual writer and academic based at the University of Newcastle and member of the Bangladeshi community, joins the program to discuss the recent uprising in Bangladesh that overthrew a prime minister and the current challenges in Bangladeshi society today. You can listen to the individual interview here.Sabrina recently wrote a article for Green Left titled Bangladesh: A nation in flux.Songs playedNina Simone - Mississippi GoddamMammal - Live, Bold, and Dangerous

  4. 1 AUG

    The Dangers of "Green" Superpower || Sanction Israel now || Refugee Encampment outside Home Affairs

    Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Chloe DS, Jacob Andrewartha, Rob ZocchiNewsreportsHeadline newsreports from the presentersPresenters discuss and respond to the Assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas political leader in Iran and what it reveals about the nature of western imperialism and the outbreak of far-right led protests in Britain.News from Green LeftVictorian CFMEU members keen to defend their union | Green LeftInterviews and DiscussionsPeter Boyle, member of Socialist Alliance and writer for Green Left joins the program to discuss why Labor’s renewable energy “superpower” plan is fundamentally dangerous. You can listen to the individual interview here.Recording of a talk by Merri-bek councillor Sue Bolton speaking at a snap rally, on August 1 in Naarm/Melbourne which was called in response to the escalation of conflict in the Middle-East by Israel. You can watch a recording of the talk here.Prashanth Kumarvel, refugee involved in the Young Refugees Collective, and nurse based in Naarm/Melbourne joins the program to talk about the ongoing refugee rights encampment held outside of the Home Affairs debate. You can listen to the individual interview here.

  5. 25 JUL

    Bangadesh: Students Fight for Justice || The Art of Cultural & Political Resistance

    Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Chloe DS, Jacob Andrewartha, Rob ZocchiNewsreportsHeadline newsreports from the presentersBritish Labour party suspends seven left-wing mps for voting to scrap the two-child benefit cap.The inspiring pro-palestine protests outside US Congress responding to Netanyahu's speech Interviews and DiscussionsMassive protests in Bangadesh led by students are breaking out and they're facing unprecedented repression by the police, armed forces.Recording of a Green Left podcast titled Bangadesh: students fight for justice featuring Zaria from Deshis for Liberation speaking about the protest movement.Nandini Sen Mehra from Hindus for Human Rights joined the program discussing the importance of having Hindu voices that resist casteism, racism and all forms of bigotry and oppression and promoting a upcoming forum on July 29. You can listen to the individual interview here.Upcoming events from the Activist CalendarProtest for Palestine: No Weapons made in Dandenong, Saturday 27 July, 12pm @ Dandenong Park.Advocacy for Progressive Voices: The Art of Cultural and Political Resistance against Extremism - USA and Australia., Monday 29 July, 6:30pm @ Resistance Centre.Forum: Rise of the Global Far-Right., Tuesday 30 July, 6:30pm @ Resistance Centre.Songs played"Rent Strike" by David Rovics."Vincent" by Don McLean"Apocalypse She" by The Anti-Queens

  6. 18 JUL

    Stop the attacks on the CFMEU || Weaponisation of Anti-semitism || Unimelb 4 Palestine students stand up against university

    Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Chloe DS, Jacob Andrewartha, Zane Alcorn, Rob ZocchiNewsreportsPresenters respond to Palestinian activist Hash Tayeh facing arrest for accusations of inciting hatred for his pro-palestine activism.and why left-wing activists need to support Hash.Presenters discuss the various developments in the Unted States in relation to the near-assassination of former president Donald Trump and the potential resignation of Joe Biden from the presidential race over the weekend.Interviews and DiscussionsSue Bull, national co-convenor of Socialist Alliance joins the program to discuss the attacks of the CFMEU and why they should be opposed drawing on a statement produced by Alliance. You can listen to the individual interview here.Liz Strakosch, Co-chair of Jewish Council of Australia joins the program to talk about the Albanese government's appointment of the envoy to address anti-senitism and the weaponisation of anti-semitism accusations against the pro-palestine movement. You can listen to the individual interview here.Reham Elzeiny, from Unimelb for Palestine discusses the recent targeting of university students by the University of Melbourne administration. You can listen to the individual interview here.Songs playedLowkey - The Death of Neoliberalism.Paris Paloma - Labor.

  7. 20 JUN

    eSafety commission, Tackling Online Harms & Digital rights || The Herd: "Soul of My Soul"

    Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Chloe DS, Zane Alcorn, Rob ZocchiNewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters reporting on Lidia thorpe's public forum on June 20 discussing "Truth Telling and Treaty.Presenters discuss the Labor parties deporation bill drawing on the article Is Labor ramping up deportations of non-citizens? via Green Left.Response to the Dutton's proposal for Australia to adopt nuclear power as a means of reducing emissions.Interviews and DiscussionsSamantha Floreani, head of policy at Digital Rights Watch joins the program responding to a number of proposals being put forward by the Albanese government to address harm and misogyny online including age vertification for access to pornography and bans on the distribution of deepfake pornography. You can listen to the individual interview here.Trakswet, member of the hip-hop group The Herd joins the program to discuss the band's first single in 12-years titled "Soul of my Soul" featuring Palestinian artists and the importance of musicians supporting international solidarity. You can listen to the individual interview here.Songs played"Marryuna" by Baker Boy and Yirrma"Soul of my Soul" by The Herd.

  8. 6 JUN

    Campaign for Accessible Tram Stops on Sydney Road || Current Situation in Sudan

    Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Chloe DS, Jacob Andrewartha, Rob ZocchiNewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters responding to the Albanese government's attacks on Pro-Palestine protests closing MPs’ electorate offices.Report on the India election results and how the BJP fell way short of gaining a majority within the parliament.Discussion about ANU expelling a pro-Palestinian student.Interviews and DiscussionsBriar Stevens, disability rights activist and person of disability based in Merri-Bek joins the program to talk about the campaign for Accessible Tram Stops on Sydney Road in Brunswick. You can listen to the individual interview here.Yassin Firea from the Sudanese Australia Advocacy Network (SAAN) joins the program to discuss the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Sudan. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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A weekly source of alternative information which aims to inspire action and organisation to put people and the environment first.Covering international political issues and struggles against the exploitation of the people and exposing the bias in mainstream media that preferences the power brokers and denies access to information.

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    Green Left Weekly Radio Collective
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    2015 - 2024
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