In 2005 blowouts occurred at Bangladesh’s Tengratila gas field operated by Canada’s Niko Resources Ltd. Toxins leached into the surrounding environment, devastating local habitats. Niko pled guilty to bribery charges related to Tengratila in 2011, but it had already sued Bangladesh’s government for losses at an international arbitration tribunal. What the hell is international corporate arbitration? The opaque legal wranglings of this case reveal the invisible infrastructure of international inv...
Sep 23, 2024•57 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast On Tothill Street, in the heart of London’s Whitehall, sits Caxton House, home to the Department for Work and Pensions. The DWP administers the UK’s welfare system, a key infrastructure of everyday life. For many, the DWP determines if they have enough money to eat, stay warm, power medical equipment - to live. For many, it has also become synonymous with suicide. In collaboration with activists and scholars Stella Dadzie, Imogen Day, John Pring, and Rick Burgess, in this episode, China Mills (f...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast On New Year’s Eve 2019, a drive-by shooting took place in the popular Johannesburg suburb of Melville. Two people were killed and six injured in this shocking and as-yet-unsolved case. Almost unheard-of in this crime-ridden city, the drive-by horrified local communities, provoking surging anxiety in everyone from middle class home- and business owners to student renters and informal workers. To unravel the “true crime” beneath the sensational headlines, Nicky Falkof speaks with Antonette Gouws, ...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode series producers - Chantelle Lewis, Maia Holterman-Entwistle, Sharri Plonski and the inimitable George ‘Adders’ Ofori-Addo - reflect on the evolution of season two of ‘ Material Crimes.’ We discuss the incredible work of contributors, the arc of infrastructural violence across the episodes and the powerful struggles at the centre of these stories. Season two delves even deeper into the “true crimes” of infrastructure, with upcoming episodes on both the visible, tangible violence ...
Sep 02, 2024•29 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Material Crimes returns with a brand new series. Material Crimes is brought to you by Surviving Society Productions. Executively Produced by Dr Chantelle Jessica Lewis George Ofori - Addo Sharri Plonski Maia Holtermann-Entwistle Design by Evelyn Miller Edited by George Ofori - Addo
Aug 29, 2024•44 sec•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Surviving Society, in collaboration with the Identities Podcast, Ala Sirriyeh and Aaron Winter discuss their thoughts and experiences in the 10 months since 7 October and what has occurred in Gaza and globally, including on UK university campuses, as colleagues and friends in an ongoing dialogue, scholars and educators working on racism and refugees, co-founders of Sociologists in Solidarity with Palestinians (SISP), and in relation to their identities as a Palestinian and Jew...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bev Skeggs is one of our best ever thinkers on formations of class and gender and her archive is now live! In this episode we reflect on Bev’s incredible career and we take a deep dive into corruption, class and capitalism. Useful Links https://bevskeggs.com/
Aug 19, 2024•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the final episode of the series, Keir joined us to talk about the Racial Bias and the Bench report which explored the negative racial attitudes and practices in the justice system in England and Wales. Welcome to this collaborative two-part series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity at the University of Manchester. In these episodes we explore the research conducted at the centre focused on ethnic, racial and religious inequalities in the UK. https://www.ethnicity.ac.uk/discover/brie...
Aug 12, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Recorded from the Walthamstow anti-fascist response 7th August 2024, Chantelle reflects on the presence of love and solidarity , amongst the crowd of 10,000 people.
Aug 07, 2024•4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Shamim Miah and Ajmal Hussain join us to interview Claire about returning to her research on Muslim men and the construction of the Asian Gang in Britain over 20 years on. This episodes looks at changing identities of the original participants as they transition into adulthood in the context of the War on Terror, 'grooming gangs' and increased Islamophobia in Britain. Welcome to this collaborative two-part series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity at the University of Mancheste...
Aug 05, 2024•31 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Remi joined us to discuss the ' Whose campus, whose security? ' report which highlights students’ views on, and experiences with, security services and police on UK university campuses. *please note that this episode was recorded before the latest global student uprisings (2024) Welcome to this collaborative two-part series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity at the University of Manchester. In these episodes we explore the research conducted at the centre focus...
Jul 29, 2024•24 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode we hear from James and Laia on ethnic inequalities in health. We look back on what happened during COVID-19 and the racisms prevalent across the impacts and responses from governments Welcome to this collaborative two-part series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity at the University of Manchester. In these episodes we explore the research conducted at the centre focused on ethnic, racial and religious inequalities in the UK. Links: https://www.ethnicity.ac.uk/research/pr...
Jul 22, 2024•42 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast We talk to Dharmi about ethnic inequalities in mental health service in Britain. Dharmi explores the impact of racism, austerity and COVID-19 for access to support, advice and care. Welcome to this collaborative two-part series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity at the University of Manchester. In these episodes we explore the research conducted at the centre focused on ethnic, racial and religious inequalities in the UK. Links: https://www.ethnicity.ac.uk https://research.manchester.a...
Jul 15, 2024•39 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Adam returned to the studio to explore the history of Black resistance to British policing in Britain. Adam connects how global resistance to imperial cultures from the 20th century have helped to shape contemporary activist movements like Black Lives Matter. Welcome to this collaborative two-part series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity at the University of Manchester. In these episodes we explore the research conducted at the centre focused on ethnic, racial and religious inequaliti...
Jul 08, 2024•53 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Surviving Society returns with a second collaborative series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity based at the University of Manchester, also known as CODE.
Jul 05, 2024•40 sec•Transcript available on Metacast Sarah discusses “development”, gender, and food systems, as well as talks about her work as an agroecologist who is directly working with farmers to build community and promote regenerative agriculture. Link: https://www.sarahbharath.com/ These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative resistance and collective healing, each guest shares insights...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast Pablo gives an overview of the land rights victory won by the Maya people in the Caribbean Court of Justice, Indigenous governance, and the complexities of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent. Link: https://www.facebook.com/mayaleadersofsouthernbelize/?locale=en_GB These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative resistance and collective healing, e...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Kim shares her research on Garifuna resistance to land privatisation and dispossession in Honduras. The conversation also illustrates the significance of ancestral memory and cultural survival. Link: https://www.escr-net.org/member/organizacion-fraternal-negra-hondurena-ofraneh These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative resi...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Ian provides an overview of his research/activism on the realities and challenges of Deaf people in the Caribbean. He also provides insight into the colonial politics of sign language. Link: https://newsday.co.tt/2023/12/30/deaf-activist-ian-dhanoola-wins-hard-head-award/ These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative resistance and collective h...
Jun 11, 2024•42 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Tivia discusses her research with migrant women on borders and (non)belonging in the Caribbean, as well as the power relations and political economy of intra-regional movement. Link: https://www.tiviacollins.com/ These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative resistance and collective healing, each guest shares insights into the...
Jun 04, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Rae offers both personal and political insight into the realities, struggles, and forms of trauma and dehumanisation experienced by queer and trans people across the Caribbean. Link: https://caisott.org/meet-our-team/#:~:text=Rae%20Alibey%20(she/her) These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative resistance and collective healin...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Tessa introduces and discusses her personal connection to Grenada’s New JEWEL Movement. The conversation focuses on the revolutionary government’s programme of women’s empowerment, agricultural self-sufficiency, and political education. Link: https://www.facebook.com/tessa.barry.581?mibextid=hu50Ix These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial sp...
May 21, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Filiberto discusses the inextricable links between colonial power and modernity, as well as race, dispossession, and capitalism, whilst providing insight into the realities of Indigenous people. Link: https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/a-beginners-guide-to-building-better-worlds These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative r...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Deanne addresses social suffering, indifference, and decolonisation through the poignant question of: “How can we, as humans, become emancipated from colonial constructions of race and class?” Link: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/research/researchers-revealed/deanne-bell These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative resistance and colle...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Johannah, as co-producer and co-host, introduces the series and provides a general overview of the complexities, challenges, and diverse forms of resistance that define the Caribbean. Links : https://caisott.org/mapping-injustice/ and https://caisott.org/sign-together-project/ Summary These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creati...
Apr 30, 2024•56 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, and self-determination in the Caribbean. Rooted in a convivial spirit of creative resistance and collective healing, each guest shares insights into the region’s lasting legacies of colonialism as a means of confronting and ultimately ending the enduring aftermaths of empire.
Apr 25, 2024•43 sec•Transcript available on Metacast Chantelle and Kelechi interview Lennon Mhishi about the ‘Re-connecting "Objects’ project at the Pitt Rivers Mueseum (University of Oxford). We explore the functioning of museums as ‘containers’, consisting of colonial collections as products of violence, extraction and dispossession. https://www.prm.ox.ac.uk/reconnecting-objects Summary:In this series we introduce the work of researchers from the Black Health and the Humanities Network. Each episode uncovers the different ways that racist e...
Apr 22, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Chantelle and Kelechi interview Chimwemwe Phiri about her PhD research based on the colonial histories and ethical dimensions of medical photography, questions of ownership, and the afterlives of archival material. https://www.blackhealthandhumanities.org Summary:In this series we introduce the work of researchers from the Black Health and the Humanities Network. Each episode uncovers the different ways that racist environments impact the health of Black African and Caribbean people. Expect conv...
Apr 16, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tanisha Spratt and Arya Thampuran discuss the importance of Black joy, sprituality and care as crucial to Black health and healing. Links https://www.durham.ac.uk/staff/a-s-thampuran/ https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/tanisha-spratt Summary: In this series we introduce the work of researchers from the Black Health and the Humanities Network. Each episode uncovers the different ways that racist environments impact the health of Black African and Caribbean people. Expect conversation centred around res...
Apr 09, 2024•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kelechi Anucha discuses the relationship between time and care in contemporary end of life narratives,. This work is part of the Wellcome Trust-funded research project Waiting Times. Links: https://wcceh.org/meet-the-team/phd-students/kelechi-anucha/ https://waitingtimes.exeter.ac.uk/ Summary: In this series we introduce the work of researchers from the Black Health and the Humanities Network. Each episode uncovers the different ways that racist environments impact the health of Black African an...
Apr 02, 2024•36 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast 
