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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, Mary MerkenichNewsreportsHeadline news presenters respond to the court decision blocking the planned pro-palestine march over Story Bridge in Meanjin/Brisbane on Sunday August 24 along with reflections on the growing broad support for the Palestine solidarity movement.Interviews and DiscussionsRecording of Green Left Show #63: Why you should boycott Caltex in which Palestinian activists Hala Shanableh and Amin Abbas from Boycott Caltex Australia discuss why the boycott, divestment and sanctions (BDS) campaign is critical to help end Israel’s genocide and occupation of Palestinian land. Renfrey Clarke, member of Socialist Alliance and writer for Green Left joins the program discussing the current enviormental catastrophe in South Australia impacting on marine life. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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 AndrewarthaNewsreportsThe presenters discuss the following issues and political developments including responding to the Albanese government's announcement for the support of a Palestinian state.Repression in Britain in response to the campaign to de-proscribe Palestine Action grows in Britain.Drawing on article published in Green Left discussion about MUA gearing up for Pilbara strike over wages, housing and Ombudsman releases scathing report on ‘Robodebt 2.0’ Interviews and DiscussionsRecording of Green Left Show #65 Malaysian socialist: Why young people are turning to socialism where Green Left’s Isaac Nellist speaks to Amanda Shweeta Louis from the Socialist Party of Malaysia (PSM) about the commercialisation of Malaysia’s education system, solidarity with Palestine and why young Malaysians are looking to socialism. Caroline Smith, spokesperson for Global Movement to Gaza AUNZ joins the program to talk about the Global Sumud Flotilla bringing together activists from 57 participating countries attempting to break the siege in Gaza. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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, Mary MerkenichNewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters about the legacy of Hiroshima Day and what lessons we can draw for building the peace movement and for a world without war.Report on Queensland teachers striking over shortages, wages Interviews and DiscussionRecording of Green Left Show #64 Lidia Thorpe: RED LINES against genocide where Gunnai, Gunditjmara and Djab Wurrung Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe speaks with Green Left's Alex Bainbridge about combatting genocide, both against First Nations people here and Palestinians in Gaza.Rachel Evans, Palestine solidarity activist, member of Socialist Alliance with City of Sydney for Palestine about the political significance of the Harbor Bridge protest on August 3. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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 AlcornNewsreportsThe presenters discuss the Western government's push towards recognition of Palestine and why it shoudn't detract from imposing immediate sanctions on Israel.Interviews and DiscussionsZane Alcorn, CFMEU member and 3CR presenter discusses the latest developments in the campaign to oppose the CFMEU being placed under administration by the Albanese government. You can listen to the individual interview here.Isaac Nellist, editor for Green Left joins the program to talk about the upcoming supporter drive and the upcoming livestream event celebrating 34 years of GL titled "Powering Rebellion" on August 16. You can listen to the individual interview here.Les Thomas, left-wing singer-songwriter and storyteller based in Naarm/Melbourne joins the program to talk about the launch of his new album on August 30 titled "The Firing Line". You can listen to the individual interview here.

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: Jacob Andrewartha, Chloe DS.NewsreportsPresenters discuss the points raised in Labor must abandon AUKUS now published on Green Left and comment on Albanese's recent visit to China.Report on the Historic win for A Voice for Members in Vic CPSUInterviews and DiscussionJonathan Strauss, a member of the Socialist Alliance national executive joins the program to discuss why Jillian Segal's proposed measures to combat anti-semitism willl make harder for pro-palestine activists to oppose the genocide and zionism, and that it represents a fundamental attack on our civil liberties. You can listen to the interview here.Sadie Simmonds, who is a member of Retail and Fast Food Workers Union (RAFFWU) who was formally the Aldi Keilor Downs health and safety representative, who was sacked by management for raising safety concerns. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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: Jordan AK, Jacob Andrewartha, Stephaine Mierisch,NewsreportsHeadline news discussion from the presenters responding to the the government's proposed sweeping antisemitism plan which is a conscious attempt to attack the Palestine solidarity movement and democratic rights.Interviews and DiscussionNicole Kathleen, childcare worker and United Workers Union (UWU) delegate joins the program to discuss the ongoing crisis in childcare and why it's a direct result of the for-profit care model. You can listen to the individual interview here.Markela Panegyres, member of Socialist Alliance and trade union activist with a history of involvement in the Palestine solidarity campaign joins the program to discuss how the global movement for Palestine has shifted public opinion taking in account some of the recent developments. You can listen to the individual interview here.Peter Drenth, worker at Grill'd and member of the United Workers Union (UWU) joins the program to discuss the campaign against Grill'd burgers whose management are exploiting staff with low-pay exploitation. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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: Jordan AK, Mary MerkenichNewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters on the following newsreports drawing from Green Left and other news-sources.Bob Vylan, Kneecap show how the status quo has shifted on PalestineMerri-bek council narrowly votes against helping emergency relief organisationResponse to the reported abuse in childcare centres and how this is a product of for-profit childcare.Interviews and DiscussionZoe Edwards deputy secretary for the Australian Services Union (ASU) joins the program to discuss the ongoing ASU campaign fighting for multi-employer bargaining in local government. You can listen to the individual interview here.Taqi Azra, a Hazara refugee, now citizen, joins the program to discuss his recent experience supporting refugees who are trapped in Indonesia, and why the Australian government needs to lift the ban on refugees in Indonesia. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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 AndrewarthaNewsreportsPresenters discuss the following headline news drawing on the following articlesAntoinette Lattouf win a victory for all truth-tellers Zohran Mamdani victory reflects mood for change and Palestine movementInterviews and DiscussionsRecording of a talk by Thomas Malone, a socialist based in Los Angeles and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, who spoke at a forum on the Anti-deportation protests in the United States hosted by Green Left in Naarm/Melbourne. You can listen to the recording here.Jamie Jefferies, a activist with Elibit out of Victoria joins the program to talk about the campaign against Future Fund which has over $102 million dollars in investments in companies that profit from illegal settlements in Palestine. You can listen to the individual interview here.Damoun Jehani, a Kurdish/Iranian PhD student based in Naarm/Melbourne joins the program discussing a left-wing response to Israel's bombing of Iran. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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: Jacob Andrewartha, Mary Merkenich.NewsreportsPresenters discuss the latest political developments and issues drawing on the following articlesNo war on Iran. Break the US alliance!Labor calls productivity summit to appease big businessReport on the upcoming rally in Merri-bek coming up on Monday 23 June calling on the council to save the highly successful library social worker program.Interviews and DiscussionsGeorge Kanjere, Independent candidate joins the program to talk about his campaign as a candidate for the Darebin City Council, North West Ward by-election, including key issues such as privatisation of council services and saving the preston market. You can listen to the individual interview here.Professor David Karoly, climate scientist and member of the Climate Council joins the program to talk about the science behind the climate emergency and why the inaction of the Albanese government is contributing directly to climate disaster. You can listen to the individual interview here. Songs PlayedBillie Eilish - all the good girls go to hell Allday and The Veronicas cover Joni Mitchell 'Big Yellow Taxi'

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: Jacob Andrewartha, Mary Merkenich.NewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters on the following articlesFreedom Flotilla en route to Gaza to deliver aid and “shift moral compass of the world”Trump administration sets quota for 3,000 immigration arrests per day, sparking community oppositionPalestine activists plan to boost solidarity against Israel’s genocideInterviews and DiscussionRachel Evans is a housing activist based in Gadigal land joins the program to discuss the ongoing resistance to the demolitions of public housing by Labor governments in NSW and Victoria. You can listen to the individual interview here.Mitch Vandewerdt-Holman is a Victorian public servant who is running as a candidate for Assistant Secretary for Voice for Members (CPSU) a rank and file ticket challenging the existing CPSU Vic leadership. You can listen to the interview here.More information about A Voice for Members here: https://avfm.au/

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: Jacob Andrewartha, Mary Merkenich, Stephanie Mierisch.NewsreportsDiscussion about Trump's ongoing trade deals with the Middle-east and how they reinforce their dominant role in the Middle-east.News from the pages of Green LeftNT gov’t targets First Nations people with punishing bail laws, more funds to police, prisonsNSW Parliament agrees to strengthen abortion accessInterviews and DiscussionsDrew Pendergrass, climate scientist, ecosocialist and co-author of Half-Earth Socialism: A Plan to save the future from extinction joins the program to discuss the main ideas of his book and how we can win a democratic future that sustains the earth. You can listen to the individual interview here.Muayad Ali, Palestinian activist joins the program to reflect on the 77 years of Nakba (known as catastrophe) it's legacy and why the right of return is such a important demand for palestinians all over the world. You can listen to the individual interview here.Songs playedReady to fall - Rise AgainstSongs for Gaza by David Rovics

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: Jordan AK, Chloe DS.NewsreportsPresenters discuss some of the latest political developments and issues includingFederal Elections on May 3 - Election 2025: Voters reject ‘Trump-lite’ but will Labor deliver?The widening of conflict in India and Pakistan drawing on statements by left-wing groups in South Asia.The ICJ, Israel and the Gaza blockade.Interviews and DiscussionHeidi Abdel-Raouf, social worker, and detention casework policy lead at the Asylum Seekr Resource Centre (ASRC) joins the program to discuss her work in advocacy supporting refugees and asylum seekers held in offshore detention. You can listen to the individual interview here.Sue Bolton, Merri-bek councillor and Socialist Alliance candidate for the seat of Wills during the Federal Elections on May 3, joins the program to discuss a socialist response to the outcome of the elections. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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: Mary Merkenich, Chloe DS, Stephanie MierisrchNewsreportsDiscussion and reports on the two recent protests in Naarm/Melbourne in the past week - Vic Labor’s harsh new bail laws opposed and protest against the Allan government's proposed anti-protest laws.Recent updates on Palestine including Israel's breaking of the ceasefire and the continuation of the bombing in Gaza.Discussion about "Progressive" toliet company Who gives a Crap dumping Lauren Dubois because of her support for Palestine.Interviews and DiscussionsJohn Tully, left-wing historian and long-time socialist joins the program discussing how Austria's capital, Vienna, maintains a vast system of public and cooperative housing which accounts for more than 50% of the city's housing stock. You can listen to the individual interview here.Rachel Evans, Socialist Alliance Federal election candidate based in NSW, running for the seat of Sydney and public housing activist joins the program to discuss the ongoing housing crisis and why we need to fight for 100% public housing. You can listen to the individual interview here.Songs played Pearl Jam - EvenflowEddy Grant - Electric AvenueBaker Boy - Peacekeeper

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: Jordan AK, Jacob AndrewarthaNewsreportsHeadline news story discussion about the Trump administration threats to deport Mahmoud Khalil, a leader in the Palestinian rights protest movement from Columbia University drawing on Mahmoud Khalil, a recent graduate of Columbia University and a leader in the Palestinian rights protest movement at the school, drawing on the article United States: New Yorkers protest Trump’s arrest of Palestinian student activist published in Green Left.Discussion of the announcement that the Flemington and North Melbourne towers will be redeveloped with no public housing and why this represents a fundamental attack on public housing.Newsreports drawing on the following articles from Green Left.Dutton ramps up culture war on women, work-from-homeRefugee lawyer: Labor’s new anti-migrant laws the ‘harshest in decadesRojava joins historic partnership to build a new SyriaInterviews and DiscussionsBen, a AMWU worker at the Nestlé factory in Campbellfield joins the program to discuss their ongoing strike action fighting for better working conditions and wages. You can listen to the individual interview here.Jiselle Hanna, public servant, member of the CPSU joins the program to talk about, A Voice For Members , a group of rank-and-file CPSU SPSF members committed fighting for grassroots democracy and empowering members within the CPSU. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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. Special International Women's Day programPresenters: Mary Merkenich, Chloe DS, Stephanie MierischNewsreportsMary reports on the Melbourne/Naarm International Day rally on March 6 which drew hundreds of people demanding justice, safety, respect and equality for all women.The presenters discuss the prevalence of gender-based violence against women and why women-led campaigns against violence are key to challenging patriarchy. Interviews and DiscussionReihana Mohideen, long-time socialist and feminist activist and a leader of the Party of the Laboring masses, a socialist organisation in the Philippines discusses issues impacting women within the global south, how growing millitarism disproportionately impacts on women, and what genuinely internationalist feminism looks like. You can listen to the individual interview here.Sarah Hathway, former Socialist Alliance councillor for the City of Greater Geelong in Windermere ward, active trade unionist, social worker and Socialist Alliance candidate for the upcoming Federal Election discusses the political issues shaping the upcoming Federal Election. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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: Jordan AK, Jacob AndrewarthaNewsreportsHeadline news discussionPresenters respond to the politically motivated  attack on Palestinian academic Randa Abdel-Fattah whose research grant has been suspended as a result of political meddling by education minister Jason Clare.News from Green LeftPresenters discuss issues raised by Green Left articles published in the past week including:Plibersek must not allow Woodside to destroy Burrup HubAustralian Jews demand an end to ethnic cleansingWA Labor set for victory despite bad record on environment, housingUnited States: Trump’s Czar Elon Musk cuts public sector jobs, servicesInterviews and DiscussionMary Merkenich, member of Socialist Alliance and writer for Green Left with experience of living in Germany for years, joins the program to discuss the results of the elections in Germany on February 23 responding to the rise of the far-right AfD and the surprising high vote for left-wing party Die Linke. You can listen to the individual interiew here.Nigel Betram, archeitect in practice and Professor of Architecture at Monash University from not-for-profit architecture and research firm OFFICE joins the program to discuss their in-depth studies of the 44 Public Housing Towers and have concluded that retrofitting the towers would be a more economic option than the State Victorian government's proposed knock-down and rebuild option. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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: Mary Merkenich, Jordan AK, Jacob AndrewarthaNewsreportsDiscussion about the upcoming elections in Germany taking place on 25 February drawing on a article titled AfD narratives dominate German election, but progressives see slight advance.Report drawing on a article from Green Left - Why the Reserve Bank’s interest rate cut won’t solve cost-of-living crisisInterviews and DiscussionSue Bolton, Merri-bek councillor and Socialist Alliance candidate for the seat of Wills discusses the political situation in the lead up to the Federal Election, examining why Dutton is leading as the preferred Prime Minister and why it's more important than ever to vote socialist ahead of the major parties. You can listen to the individual interview here.Recording of Green Left Show #48 - Palestinians will resist Trump’s Gaza plan featuring Shamikh Badra, a member of the international committee of the Palestinian People’s Party and founder of the Gaza Nippers program, speaking with Peter Boyle about the dire conditions in Gaza and resisting US President Donald Trump’s plan to clear Palestinians from their own land.Songs playedFucked up by Macklemore

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: Mary Merkenich, Jordan AK, Jacob AndrewarthaNewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters about the Victorian by-election results and how it reflects disillusionment with the major parties including Labor Report on the Merri-bek council meeting on February 12 to take down the Palestinian flag.Discussion of Green Left article Aotearoa NZ: Waitangi Day celebrated amid tensionsInterviews and DiscussionsRecording of Green Left Show #46: Philippines activist: "We cannot resign ourselves to hopelessness" featuring a interview with Filippino labour leader and socialist senate candidate Luke Espiritu and climate and labour activist Aleijn Reintegrado. They discuss Philippine politics, the risk of a new world war, fighting imperialism today and solidarity between the global north and south. You can view the recording here. Recording of Green Left Show #49: A socialist challenge in the election featuring a interview with Jonathan Strauss, Socialist Alliance candidate for the Queensland Senate. He talks about the genocide in Gaza, the record of the Labor party in government, the threat of Peter Dutton and the role of campaigning for socialism in the election. You can view the recording here.Songs playedMarianne Faithful  - Working Class Hero

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: Mary Merkenich, Mariota Spens, Stephanie Mierisch, Jordan AKNewsreportsHeadline news discussions.Presenters respond to President Trump's plan to ethnically cleanse Palestinians Report on the pulp and paper workers in the La Trobe valley who have been locked out of their workplace by the bosses in Morwell.News from Green Left -Thousands protest as Israel continues killing, despite ceasefireInterviews and DiscussionsDiscussion with Mariota Spens, on her feature GL article Former Miss America tours to promote nuclear power about a left-wing response to the promotion of Nuclear energy by Nuclear for Australia. You can listen to the individual interview here.Peter Boyle, writer for Green Left, joins the program to discuss how billionaires created the Trump monster and what we can do the resist Trump's pro-billionaire agenda. You can listen to the individual interview here.Jackie from Trans Justice Project joins the program to discuss the latest wave of right-wing attacks against the trans community and the importance of standing up for trans justice. You can listen to the individual interview here.

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: Jacob Andrewartha, Jordan AK.NewsreportsHeadline news discussionPresenters discuss the Palestinians return to northern Gaza and why it represents a victory for Palestinian resistance.News from Green Left discussed by the presenters.Invasion Day 2025: "Genocide is no reason to celebrateDoctors, activists condemn Queensland LNP’s attack on trans youthClimate change extinctions in Australia predicted to be among the highest globallyFar right ‘willfully misinterprets’ criticism of Dutton’s racismInterviews and DiscussionOmar Hassan, member of Socialist Alternative, long-standing suppoter of the Syrian Revolution, recently visited Syria for a number of weeks to report on the situation after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s dictatorship joins the program to discuss the political situation in Syria. You can listen to the individual interview here.Songs playedThe Boy and the Plane - Marcel KhalifeMercy Mercy Mercy - Marvin Gaye