Topic: Black Marxism

5 chapters across the catalog

95: IDK
• 15:31 - 19:02

95: IDK

Intersectionality, Solidarity, and Marxist Organizing

The hosts analyze how different social movements are linked through intersectionality and solidarity. They argue that Marxist organizations, such as the World Workers Party, utilize themes of colonialism and victimhood to unite disparate groups like Black Lives Matter, LGBTQ activists, and pro-Palestine protesters. This solidarity is described as a mechanism for consolidating power.

68: Lizard Lounge
• 44:25 - 49:14

68: Lizard Lounge

Patrice Cullors and the Trained Marxist Admission

Patrice Cullors, co-founder of Black Lives Matter, addresses accusations of being a Marxist on her YouTube channel. While she appears to laugh off some criticisms, the hosts play a clip where she explicitly states that she and co-founder Alicia Garza are "trained Marxists." They discuss how this admission has "tarnished" the BLM brand and fueled the argument that the movement is fundamentally anti-capitalist.

62: Pink Elephant
• 2:18:40 - 2:25:52

62: Pink Elephant

Patrisse Cullors and Black Lives Matter Finances

Mo examines the controversy surrounding BLM co-founder Patrisse Cullors and her purchase of multiple high-end homes. In a clip with Marc Lamont Hill, Cullors denies taking a salary from the foundation, attributing her wealth to book deals and a YouTube contract. Mo labels her a "hypocritical Marxist" and a "cult leader" who lives in the neighborhoods of the "oppressors" she critiques.

52: Build Black Better
• 32:52 - 37:45

52: Build Black Better

Decline of Black Lives Matter and NBA Social Justice

The NBA and major corporations are reportedly distancing themselves from Black Lives Matter as public scrutiny of the organization's website increases. Journalist Jason Whitlock highlights the removal of language regarding the disruption of the nuclear family structure from the BLM website. Mo Fax and Adam Curry discuss the "fall" of the organization as its Marxist roots and anti-male rhetoric become more widely recognized.

43: Black Inc.
• 1:04:59 - 1:09:50

43: Black Inc.

Black Marxism and the Rise of Neoliberalism

Black Marxism emerged in the 1980s as a response to racial capitalism and the global economic slump. The hosts discuss how both liberals and conservatives contributed to the criminal justice architecture that led to mass incarceration. They argue that modern corporations are now activating and funding Marxist movements as a form of corporate warfare to reshape boards of directors and social influence.