Joined by Dr Conor McCabe we explore the early life and political journey of one of Irelands most famous icons, James Connolly. We discuss his involvement in the 1916 Easter Rising, his legacy, and what we can learn from his struggle. We delve into Dr McCabe's book "The Lost and Early Writings of James Connolly 1889-1898" and discuss the importance of documenting the political development of men such as Connolly

Lost and Early Writings of James Connolly 1889-1898 pdf link - https://conor-mccabe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-mccabe-connolly-iskra.pdf

Iskra and Connolly Books purchase links - https://www.iskrabooks.org/lost-and-early-writings

https://www.connollybooks.org/product/hardback-the-lost-and-early-writings-of-james-connolly-1889-1898

Dr Conor McCabe Twitter - https://x.com/CMacCaba

Music Credit: A Pair of Brown Eyes - The Pogues

James Connolly - The Wolf Tones

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Joined by Keith Bennett of Friends of Socialist China, we explore the Peoples Republic of China! We examine the how history has shaped china and it's modern socialist development, socialism in China, the driving up of anti-communist propaganda against China, the role that Friends of Socialist China plays in brining workers together, democracy in China, and more !

Friends of Socialist China website and twitter - https://socialistchina.org/

https://x.com/socialist_china

Music Credit: Wu-Tang Clan - Bring Da Ruckus

JME and Skepta - Freestyle

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We are back ! After a brief hiatus SPECTRE Podcast is back with a solo episode where we explore a brief history of famous Scottish Communist John Maclean. We examine his political thought, political journey, and the legacy he left behind

As mentioned at the end of the episode, be sure to check out Unity Books who have over 5,000 books, pamphlets and periodicals from across the workers movement. They also have some great works on John Maclean

Unity Books - https://x.com/unitybookshop/status/1848726251269218587

Music Credit - Eminem - Without Me

Foo Fighters - MY Hero

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Joined by Brian Reynolds of the RMT we examine the beautiful Blockade Runners to Spain memorial. Situated on the banks of the Clyde, this monument stands as a testament to the brave actions of the seafarers who broke Franco’s blockade of Republican ports. Thirty-five merchant navy and eight Royal Navy seafarers died and scores were injured on vessels attacked by submarine, naval and aerial forces under fascist control between 1936-38. The memorial to seafarers will stand as renewed testimony to the importance of international solidarity in the face of fascist aggression. We also examine the need for Trade Unions to remember such actions and what role Trade Unions must play in the fight against fascism

RMT Glasgow Shipping Branch Twitter - https://x.com/rmtgsb?lang=en

International Brigade Memorial Trust - https://international-brigades.org.uk/

Music Credit : Icky Thump - The White Stripes

Fine Art - KNEECAP

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Joined by Josh Morris we explore the STUC and STUC YW, its influence, importance throughout history, and the role it will play in the fight back against anti-union legislation. We look at the wider broad left labour movement in Scotland: it's strengths, weaknesses, and how we educate young trade unionists.

STUC - https://www.stuc.org.uk/

STUC YW - https://www.stuc.org.uk/equalities-youth/

STUC Podcast (Mon The Workers) - https://rss.com/podcasts/montheworkers/

Music Credit: Everlong - Foo Fighters

6L GTR - The Chats

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A solo episode where we take a brief look into the UCS work-in - from what instigated it, the solidarity shown, the impact on the Clyde, and much more

Sources: UCS The Fight For The Right To Work - Alex Murray

The Politics of the UCS Work-In - John Foster and Charles Woolfson

Music Credit - The Stranglers - Golden Brown

MF DOOM - One Beer (Instrumental)

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Joined by Robert and Colin from the Paisley TUC, we discusses the antifascist counter demonstrations that have been underway for over a year at the site of the Muthu hotel in Erskine. We examine the success of the demos and what we have learnt from them, the importance of trade union solidarity, and how trade unions and trade union councils can combat fascism.

STUC Website - https://stuc.org.uk/

Music Credit : Tear The Fascists Down - Woody Guthrie

Bella Ciao

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Joined by Socialist Swan and Gary, we explore and discuss the football and sport culture within the former GDR, the state of modern football in Britain and Europe, antifascist fan scenes, and the theft of the beautiful game.

Socialist Swan YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SocialistSwann

Socialist Swan Twitter - https://twitter.com/SocialistSwann

Football Lads And Lassies against Fascism - https://flaf.org.uk/

Music Credit: Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) - Shakira

The Free German Youth - IFA Wartburg

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