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Off the Shelf: Revolutionary Readings in Times of Crisis
"Off the Shelf: Revolutionary Readings in Times of Crisis" is a podcast series featuring in-depth conversations with Black scholars on the University of Illinois campus and beyond. Each episode explores books and scholars they recommend we take “off the shelf” to help us understand these revolutionary times and creative agendas for the here and now. Hosted by Dr. Augustus Wood, a scholar of political economy and gentrification, labor, and social movements in late 20th and early 21st century African American urban history.
Off the Shelf: Revolutionary Readings in Times of Crisis
S1, Episode 4: Sundiata Cha-Jua on the "New Nadir"
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Humanities Research Institute
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Season 1
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Episode 4
In Episode 4, Professor Sundiata Cha-Jua and host Augustus Wood explore Cha-Jua's concept of the "New Nadir," examining the impact of global capitalism on Black socioeconomics and community building. The discussion ranges from Cha-Jua's articles and research to foundational works by Hal Baron, W.E.B. Du Bois, and C.L.R. James. Cha-Jua outlines key historical periods of transition, illustrating how these transitional moments are “...where we can really see the role of agency and resistance.” View full show notes and transcript