CounterHegemony 7 – Activist Methods III

CounterHegemony 7 – Activist Methods III

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In this week’s Podcast, I catch up with Shahid Buttar, who I spoke with while traveling in DC. Shahid and I used to hang out in college and, surprisingly, just re-connected after a long-time CounterHeg reader (Andrew) forwarded the e-mail I sent a few weeks ago to him. So it was great to catch back up with Shahid, but, I have to say, after putting this show together, it’s great to hear stories like his from activists around the globe. The passion Shahid expresses here is genuine, and its great to know that he (and people like us) are engaged in this movement.

Which, of course, reminds me to repeat the call: I really do want to interview more activists for this show – drop me an e-mail if you have an idea and I’ll get back with you so we can talk it through.

Shahid contributes an important addition to the:

[The running list of] "Fundamental Principles" [for social justice activists]

Be Credible.
Be Accountable.
Be Serious.…

- Be Inspired.
Who wants Debbie Downer leading the revolution? It’s a big movement out there, so it’s worth the effort to find a way to contribute that you’re passionate about. This is where we come to the objective fact that we all have different values, and its worth thinking a little bit about our personal histories, or our cultural histories to help figure these out. Chances are, if you find yourself engaged in a way and with an issue that’s close to both your heart and mind it’ll be easier to connect with others’ hearts and minds.

Music:
Groove is in the Heart, Deee-Lite (Mix by Armand Van Helden)
Kirwani, Jolly Mukherjee With The Madras Cinematic Orchestra (Mix by Badmarsh + Shri)
Casanova 70, Air
Get Off the Internet, Le Tigre