Join Tyler West from the Otago Socialist Society for an hour of political news, interviews and reviews from a socialist slant, as he brings socialism back to the pubs, cafes, workplaces and radio waves.
Episode 17 - Re-emergence of the Alliance Party with Victor Billot
For this penultimate episode, we are joined by Alliance Party President Victor Billot to discuss the recent campaign by Tom Roud on an Alliance Party ticket for the local elections in Christchurch. We discuss Victor's history with the Alliance, the decision to run in local body elections again, why the Alliance is making a comeback, and what the future may hold for the party.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
25 Sept 2025
Episode 15 - Socialism in Dunedin
For this episode, we are joined by Oscar and Cian of the International Socialist Organisation for a broad discussion on our different approaches to socialist politics in Dunedin.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
24 Jul 2025
Episode 13 - Situation in Palestine with Rinad Tamimi
For this episode, we are again joined by Rinad Tamimi for an update on the catastrophe in Palestine, the widening war across the region, and an upcoming demonstration in solidarity with Palestine.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
26 Jun 2025
Episode 13 - Art, Punk, and Palestine with Sam Ovens
Sam Ovens explores the intersection of art, punk music, and Palestinian activism, highlighting the role of creative expression in social movements in an interview.
29 May 2025
Episode 12 - 'Of Parasites and Plagues' with Chris Lam
Chris Lam analyzes crisis narratives in the video games *Inside* and *Pathologic 2*, offering insights into societal anxieties, in this lecture recording.
3 Apr 2025
Left From Nowhere - Episode 11 - Union Politics in Dunedin with Andrew Tait
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
6 Mar 2025
Left From Nowhere - Episode 10 - Situation in Bosnia & Serbia with Emir Hodzic
Left From Nowhere - Episode 10 - Situation in Bosnia & Serbia with Emir Hodzic - This episode's guest is Emir Hodzic who is joining the show to discuss the current situation in his home region of Bosnia and neighboring Serbia, from his perspective as a former Yugoslav/Bosnian refugee in the 1990s.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
6 Feb 2025
Episode 09 - Situation in Palestine with Rinad Tamimi
This episode's guest is Rinad Tamimi who is joining the show to discuss the current situation in Palestine and neighboring countries, the experience of a Palestinian-Kiwi, and the local movement in solidarity with Palestine.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
21 Nov 2024
Left From Nowhere Episode - 08 - Student Politics and Tertiary Education with Mark Baxter
Mark Baxter explores the intersection of student politics and tertiary education, offering insights into the complex dynamics shaping the future of higher learning.
24 Oct 2024
2024-10-24 - Left From Nowhere - 07 - Gabriel McGregor on Archives NZ and public sector cuts
Show 07 - This episode's guest is Gabriel McGregor, who is joining the show to discuss their work at Archives NZ, the experience of losing their job amidst the wide ranging public sector cuts, and the social value of archiving.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
26 Sept 2024
Left From Nowhere - 06 - Rail Policy with Victor Billot and Dave Kearns
This episode's guests are Victor Billot (representing The Future is Rail campaign, and an official with the Maritime Union) and Dave Kearns (a long-time rail worker and chair of the Rail and Maritime Transport Union in Otago). We discuss rail policy in New Zealand, issues facing the wider transport industry, working conditions on the tracks, and the possible benefits of expanding the use of rail for both freight and passenger service.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
29 Aug 2024
Left From Nowhere - 05 - Dunedin Drag with Ms Ann Arkii.
Left From Nowhere - 05 - Dunedin Drag with Ms Ann Arkii.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
1 Aug 2024
Episode 4 - Otago Students for Justice in Palestine - Neave
This episode's guest is Neave, a founding member of Otago Students for Justice in Palestine. We discus the ongoing catastrophe in Palestine, Israeli and Palestinian politics, the possibility of a wider conflict, the founding of the organisation, and student activism in Dunedin.
Content warning: at a few points in the discussion, the details of the effects of bombings and the conditions in detention centers are discussed. They are graphic and listener discretion is advised.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
3 Jul 2024
Episode 03 - Geology Research and Disaster Preparation - Rachael and Jack
Episode 03 - Geology Research and Disaster Preparation - This episode's guests are Rachael and Jack from the Geology Department of the University of Otago. We discussed some of the science underpinning earthquakes and volcanoes, and considered the social consequences and planning problems raised by such disasters.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
6 Jun 2024
Episode 02 - Moh and Grace
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
8 May 2024
Episode 1 - Unions Otago with Andrew Tait
This episode's guest is Andrew Tait, convener of Unions Otago and long time socialist & labour activist in Ōtepoti Dunedin.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
7 May 2024
Left from Nowhere (Trailer)
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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