Southampton Radical Reading Group
Radical Reading Group Returns! November 2024 - April 2025
We are excited (as always) to be hosting the wonderful Southampton Radical Reading Group for another six months of thought provoking discussions on radical and revolutionary ideas! By exploring chapters and short texts, we'll delve into topics ranging from neurodiversity and capitalism to the emotional impact of political defeat. Everyone is welcome to join the conversation whether you're a longtime participant or a newcomer.
All books can be purchased here at October Books. If you're having trouble accessing any of the texts, please reach out we're here to help ensure that everyone can participate.
📅 Schedule Overview:
12th November Chapter 7 "PostFordism as a Mass Disabling Event" from Empire of Normality: Neurodiversity and Capitalism by Robert Chapman (rescheduled)
10th December: Chapter 4 "Sports Advertising and Sponsorship" from Badvertising: Polluting Our Minds and Fuelling Climate Crisis by Andrew Simms & Leo Murray
14th January: Chapter 4 "Reducing Poverty, Inequality and Insecurity" from Basic Income by Guy Standing
11th February: Chapter 10 "Romance: Sweet Love" from All About Love by Bell Hooks
11th March: Chapter 4 "The Bisexual Closet" from Bi: The Hidden Culture, History, and Science of Bisexuality by Julia Shaw
9th April: Chapter 5 “Burnout: The Emotional Experience of Political Defeat” by Hannah Proctor
📍 When and Where?
Time: 7:30-9:00 PM, every second Tuesday of the month
Location: October Books
Join us for a deep dive into transformative ideas and lively discussions. We look forward to seeing you there!
