In this episode I’m joined by EU expert in Traveller and Roma inclusion in sport, and sports officer, Michael Reilly.
Michael and I discuss the prejudice faced by Irish Travellers, his experience with navigating his identity as an Irish Traveller man in the face of this prejudice, the 1963 Report from the Commission on Itinerancy and the basis this laid for Traveller exclusion, and more.
19 Aug 2026
#17 - Racial Identity in Brazil ft. Gloria Almeida
In this episode, I'm joined by my friend, Gloria Almeida, to discuss Race and Racial Inequality in Brazil. Our discussion broaches whether Brazil can be described as a 'racial democracy', disadvantage faced by Black Brazilians across certain social metrics (and why this is so), the utility of affirmative action in Brazil, and more. Hope you enjoy!
1 Aug 2025
The Politics of Tupac Shakur ft. Dean Van Nguyen
In this episode I’m joined by Dean Van Nguyen, the author of the recent book on the life and politics of rap megastar Tupac Amaru Shakur.
With Dean, I discuss his motivations for creating the book, the political persons and initiatives that went into forming Tupac’s political ideology (including the Black Panther Party), the inspiration Tupac has provided to those engaged in revolutionary armed struggle, Tupac’s contradictions, his similarity with Irish Republican Revolutionaries, what he politically stood for and more1
It’s a brilliant book, that I - as a Tupac mega fan who is quite disappointed in commercially inspired publications about the man (and as a political lefty) - couldn’t recommend more! Here is a link to purchase: https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/words-for-my-comrades-9781399615440
20 Dec 2024
#15 - Pan-Africanism and the future of African Politics ft. Prince Donald Forghab
Host Eric engages Prince Donald Forghab in an interview, exploring Pan-Africanism, challenges facing African states, China's increasing role, and the question of reparations for colonialism.
27 Jul 2022
#14 - Restorative Justice: A More Holistic Way of Resolving Harm ft. Dr. Antony Pemberton
Dr. Antony Pemberton defines restorative justice and its data-backed positive effects, including its potential to address modern culture-war issues, in an interview with Eric.
22 Apr 2022
#13- The Rise of Spirituality and Astrology in the Age of Generation Z ft. Larissa Trăistaru
Larissa Trăistaru explores the growing popularity of astrology and spirituality among Generation Z, examining its appeal and contrasting it with organized religion in an interview with Eric Ehigie.
14 Apr 2022
#12- War in Ukraine exposing Western Hypocrisy in Humanitarianism? ft Sarah Said & Wakila Latidoye
Public policy professional Sarah Said and commerce student Wakila Latidoye join host Eric Ehigie to analyze if the Ukraine war reveals Western hypocrisy in humanitarian efforts, highlighting inconsistencies in refugee treatment in this interview.
2 Apr 2022
#11- Anti-Racism, Anti-Bias Training in the Irish Context ft. Briana Fitzsimons
Eric interviews Briana Fitzsimons about her anti-racism training designed for teachers in Ireland, which aims to diversify the Irish education curricula and address racism at its core.
5 Mar 2022
#10- Mental Health in the Black Community ft. Ejiro Ogbevoen
Eric interviews Ejiro Ogbevoen, founder of Black Therapist Ireland, about cultural obstacles preventing Black community members from seeking mental health support and the importance of representation in mental health.
28 Feb 2022
#9- An Honest, Irish Conversation about the Joe Rogan Controversy
Host Eric engages friends Luke Casserly and Sean Carey in an honest Irish conversation, exploring the Joe Rogan controversy and emphasizing empathy in discourse during this interview.
8 Feb 2022
#8- Politics and Science, Race in the USA, and Political Homelessness ft. Eric’s Electrons
Eric's Electrons explores scientific literacy, political homelessness, Critical Race Theory, and the reconciliation of God and science, offering insights into complex societal issues in this interview with host Eric.
1 Jan 2022
#7- The Future of Irish Football ft. James Abankwah
Host Eric engages footballer James Abankwah in an interview, exploring his love for football, motivations, and journey as a player for insights into his career.
15 Dec 2021
#6- The Theory of Racelessness ft. Dr. Sheena Mason
Dr. Sheena Mason, assistant professor, presents her Theory of Racelessness and examines the utility of racial categories, defining racism, and approaches to tackling it in an interview with Eric.
25 Oct 2021
#5- Evolutionary Biology, God, Biotechnology, and More ft. Tomas F.
Tomas F., a Biochemistry and Biotechnology Masters Student, discusses evolution, vaccines, politics, and the reconciliation of God and science with host Eric in this interview.
17 Aug 2021
#4- Irish Development Education Association, Virtual Conference 2021: My Speech
Eric engages in a speech at the Irish Development Education Association Virtual Conference, highlighting global citizenship and the necessity of activism to uplift all people.
15 Jun 2021
#3- Discussing the Merits and Limitations of Racial Colourblindness ft. Mamobo Ogoro
Mamobo Ogoro discusses the merits and limitations of racial colorblindness with Eric, offering insights into its impact on society in this interview.
7 Jun 2021
#2- The Implications of “Woke” Activism ft. Aryaan Misra
Eric interviews Aryaan Misra, activist and podcast host, about the philosophical and social foundations of "wokeness," exploring its utility, flaws, and criticisms in contemporary activism.
23 May 2021
#1- The Reality of Cancel Culture ft. Christopher Wells
Host Eric engages Christopher Wells, activist and free speech advocate, in an interview about cancel culture's core tenets and its practical implications, revealing its potential disconnect from intended beneficiaries.
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