Uprisings
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I Ran into Iran:
El Pueblo UnidoApril 1, 2013 -
It’s a slogan that has echoed in streets from Santiago to Tehran to New York, chanted and sung in the many languages of people in revolt worldwide. In this episode, I Ran into Iran traces the history of an emancipatory anthem: “The people, united, will never be defeated.” More -
Alone, Together…
Tahrir Two Years LaterJanuary 25, 2013 -
On the second anniversary of the Egyptian uprising, artist Lara Baladi presents a three-channel video of news imagery from Tahrir Square alongside film clips and public speeches that connect the Egyptian struggle with civil rights and other past social movements. More -
Filming the Many Afghanistans
January 17, 2013 -
As Afghanistan evolved from a monarchy to a repeatedly reshaped and often occupied republic, the nation’s independence day, Jeshn, took on a variety of forms. Artist Mariam Ghani tracks the holiday’s intricate history through the archives of the country’s national film institute. More -
What Is the “New Normal”? Ask Denmark’s Danske Bank
December 11, 2012 -
Artist Thierry Geoffroy questions the motives of Denmark’s largest financial institution’s ad campaign, which defines the “new normal” as Occupy protesters, children reading iPads and factory workers. More -
Tom Healy Interviews Mike Daisey
December 5, 2012 -
Poet Tom Healy sits down with storyteller Mike Daisey to discuss the motivating ethos of his work and political engagement, especially in light of his recent show “American Utopias.” More