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Reading Groups

  • Monday at 7:00 pm EST: The Reading and Writing Workshop
  • Tuesday at 7:00 pm EST: The Read Hour
  • Saturday at 3:00 pm EST: The Reading and Writing Workshop
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After Hours #236, 14-20 Oct 2024

Monday

14 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Feyerabend

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - The Funny Hour

Similar to the Bring the Music hour but with stand up and funny videos where the whole community participates.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Patriot (Season 1) w/Henchman 21

Ever wondered what happens when a secret agent moonlights as a folk singer? Join us for a quirky hour of espionage, awkward family dinners, and tunes that may or may not get you recruited into the CIA! With a 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that even critics are baffled by this wild blend of comedy and drama.

Grab your popcorn, settle in, and let’s see if our hero can pull off the ultimate double life without getting caught (or singing out of tune)! Nominated for 2017 best comedy series.

Starring: Michael Dorman, Kurtwood Smith, Michael Chernus, Kathleen Munroe, Aliette Opheim, Chris Conrad, Terry O’Quinn, Debra Winger


Tuesday

15 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: today

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: How to Talk to Girls at Parties by Neil Gaiman Nominated for the 2007 Hugo Award.

Here is the audio presented in four mp3 links:

  1. Author’s Introduction
  2. Story Audio 1
  3. Story Audio 2
  4. Story Audio 3

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Good Omens (2019) Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

A 2019 BBC fantasy-comedy about an unlikely friendship between an angel and a demon. Created by Neil Gaiman, based on his novel of the same name.
Starring: Jon Hamm, Michael McKean, Benedict Cumberbatch


Wednesday

16 October 2024

11:00 (11:00 am) - Talk: Commodification of Nature, Informal Economy, and Labour Precarity in Northern Mexico w/Christian Zlolniski

In northern Mexico, the extraction of beach pebbles serves as the primary source of income for many Indigenous workers who constitute an invisible workforce employed in the informal economy. The importation of natural resources from Mexico to address water scarcity and arid landscapes at the time of climate change in the United States has fostered new forms of labour precarity in the local communities where this resource is extracted. Christian Zlolniski analyses the relationship between environmental exploitation and labour precarity in the ‘green economy.’ Geographical isolation, unregulated workspaces, and natural environments intersect to exacerbate labour precarity in this extractive industry. As the beach rocks move along this commodity chain, there is a gradual alienation of nature, wherein the labour and environmental impacts of these extractive activities are obscured. The result is a transfiguration process that delineates a transnational geography of violence against nature as well as the bodies of the workers employed in this sector.

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: today

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom


Thursday

17 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: today

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Fargo (2014) w/Henchman 21

A 2014 FX black comedy-crime drama series created by Noah Hawley and linked to the Coen brothers' 1996 film of the same name. Set amidst a late 1970’s mid-west mob war, havoc ensues from mis-navigating the fine lines in this thrilling Dakota/Minnesota set anthology.
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Ted Danson.


Friday

18 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: today

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E22

On tonight’s show:

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

22:30 (10:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: The Penguin (2024) w/Henchman 21

A 2024 HBO miniseries based on the DC Comics character Penguin & his rise to power in Gotham City’s criminal underworld.
Starring: Collin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz.


Saturday

19 October 2024

12:00 (12:00 pm) - Saturday Morning Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

Britannia (2018)

A 2018 Sky UK historical fantasy drama set in 43AD as the Roman Imperial Army - determined & terrified in equal measure - returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia.
Starring: Kelly Reilly, David Morrissey, Zoë Wanamaker.

Hardy Bucks (2010)

A 2010 RTÉ Irish mockumentary following the fictional exploits of a group of twentysomething slackers living in small-town Ireland.

Frisky Dingo (2007)

A 2007 [as] adult animated mockumentary revolving around a supervillain named Killface & a superhero named Awesome X aka Xander Crews.
Starring: Adam Reed, Christian Danley, Killer Mike

15:00 (03:00 pm) - When The People Stand Up: 75 Years of the Chinese Revolution w/The People’s Forum

Seventy-five years ago, on October 1, 1949, the Chinese Revolution triumphed and millions of Chinese people ‘stood up’, signaling the beginning of a long journey of building socialism. In these 75 years, the people of China have taken the future into their own hands. Forging a new path forward meant overcoming legacies of war and imperialist exploitation, to embark on a process that would transform their country, and ultimately, the world.

The study of this revolutionary process raises pressing questions for those of us in struggle today. Together, we will study this revolutionary process, what led to victory in 1949, the various phases and changes since then, and China’s relationships with both the U.S. and the Third World. This course will raise important aspects about these 75 years of China’s process from revolutionary struggle to socialist modernization.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

20 October 2024

12:00 (12:00 pm) - Sunday Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

Animals (2016)

A 2016 HBO animated comedy anthology about the daily lives of fictional animals set to the backdrop of a recurring human arc, ie a corrupt mayor.

LOTR: The Rings of Power (2022)

A 2022 fantasy series based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s history of middle earth.

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Hammer and Sickle

Join us for shop and garden help and discussion.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Class Unity Course: The 2008 Financial Crisis

The subprime mortgage crisis of 2008 is the major economic event of the 21st century thus far, and continues to impact all dimensions of economic life. Join Class Unity as we explore the causes of the crisis so that we may better understand the nature of financial capitalism and the role of the state in managing its underlying instability.

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Election Film Night: Bobby w/Lane

The destinies of twenty two people of different races, sexes, beliefs and social classes are intertwined on the night that politician Robert F. Kennedy is assassinated.

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following the film) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

Registration

Register for a slot on After Hours now.

After Hours #235, 7-13 Oct 2024

Monday

7 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Marx’s Theory of Value: Collapse, AI and Petro

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - Open Dialogue / Bring the News

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Patriot (Season 1) w/Henchman 21

Ever wondered what happens when a secret agent moonlights as a folk singer? Join us for a quirky hour of espionage, awkward family dinners, and tunes that may or may not get you recruited into the CIA! With a 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that even critics are baffled by this wild blend of comedy and drama.

Grab your popcorn, settle in, and let’s see if our hero can pull off the ultimate double life without getting caught (or singing out of tune)! Nominated for 2017 best comedy series.

Starring: Michael Dorman, Kurtwood Smith, Michael Chernus, Kathleen Munroe, Aliette Opheim, Chris Conrad, Terry O’Quinn, Debra Winger


Tuesday

8 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: today

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: The Weapon Too Dreadful to Use by Isaac Asmov, a story narration link, and a documentary on Asimov., go to the Discord #the-read-hour channel for PDF file.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Good Omens (2019) Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

A 2019 BBC fantasy-comedy about an unlikely friendship between an angel and a demon. Created by Neil Gaiman, based on his novel of the same name.
Starring: Jon Hamm, Michael McKean, Benedict Cumberbatch


Wednesday

9 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Small World Reading, Cont’d.

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom

Tonight’s Agenda: Dark Money Aligned with the Neofascist Wing of the Catholic Church

Tonight we will watch and discuss Part II of the interview on The Analysis News Network (run by Paul Jay) with Matthew Fox, a prominent theologian and spiritual writer. In part two, American theologian and priest Matthew Fox traces out the links between the fascist wing of the Catholic Church, Opus Dei, American Cardinal Burke, and Steve Bannon, former Trump advisor and former Executive Chairman at Breitbart News. He explains how Cardinal Burke and other neofascists in the Catholic Church opposed the Second Vatican Council, which sought to update the Catholic Church. He then explains how both Co-Chairman of the Federalist Society, Leonard Leo, who drew up lists of potential conservative judges to be appointed to the Supreme Court, and President of the Heritage Foundation, Kevin Roberts, share a right-wing Catholic ideology.


Thursday

10 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Changing Places, Chapter 1

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

17:30 (05:30 pm) - Conversation with Michael Hudson on Finance Capitalism and Crisis w/Class Unity

We are joined by Michael Hudson to discuss finance, insurance, and real estate (the FIRE sector), and the harmful effects they have on labor, industry, and the global economy. This talk will center on Hudson’s famous book, Killing the Host: How Financial Parasites and Debt Bondage Destroy the Global Economy. Participants are encouraged to read the book beforehand.

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Fargo (2014) w/Henchman 21

A 2014 FX black comedy-crime drama series created by Noah Hawley and linked to the Coen brothers' 1996 film of the same name. Set amidst a late 1970’s mid-west mob war, havoc ensues from mis-navigating the fine lines in this thrilling Dakota/Minnesota set anthology.
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Ted Danson.


Friday

11 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Marx Was Right, Wasn’t He?

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E21

On tonight’s show:

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

Tonight’s epsisode, An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge a southern civilian is about to be hung for trying to sabotage a bridge during the American Civil War.

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

22:30 (10:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: The Penguin (2024) w/Henchman 21

A 2024 HBO miniseries based on the DC Comics character Penguin & his rise to power in Gotham City’s criminal underworld.
Starring: Collin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz.


Saturday

12 October 2024

12:00 (12:00 pm) - Saturday Morning Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

Britannia (2018)

A 2018 Sky UK historical fantasy drama set in 43AD as the Roman Imperial Army - determined & terrified in equal measure - returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia.
Starring: Kelly Reilly, David Morrissey, Zoë Wanamaker.

Hardy Bucks (2010)

A 2010 RTÉ Irish mockumentary following the fictional exploits of a group of twentysomething slackers living in small-town Ireland.

Frisky Dingo (2007)

A 2007 [as] adult animated mockumentary revolving around a supervillain named Killface & a superhero named Awesome X aka Xander Crews.
Starring: Adam Reed, Christian Danley, Killer Mike

15:00 (03:00 pm) - When The People Stand Up: 75 Years of the Chinese Revolution w/The People’s Forum

Seventy-five years ago, on October 1, 1949, the Chinese Revolution triumphed and millions of Chinese people ‘stood up’, signaling the beginning of a long journey of building socialism. In these 75 years, the people of China have taken the future into their own hands. Forging a new path forward meant overcoming legacies of war and imperialist exploitation, to embark on a process that would transform their country, and ultimately, the world.

The study of this revolutionary process raises pressing questions for those of us in struggle today. Together, we will study this revolutionary process, what led to victory in 1949, the various phases and changes since then, and China’s relationships with both the U.S. and the Third World. This course will raise important aspects about these 75 years of China’s process from revolutionary struggle to socialist modernization.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

13 October 2024

12:00 (12:00 pm) - Sunday Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

Animals (2016)

A 2016 HBO animated comedy anthology about the daily lives of fictional animals set to the backdrop of a recurring human arc, ie a corrupt mayor.

LOTR: The Rings of Power (2022)

A 2022 fantasy series based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s history of middle earth.

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Hammer and Sickle

Join us for shop and garden help and discussion.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Still Higgenbottom, Reitter & North, then Greimas

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Election Film Night: Primary Colours w/Lane

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

Registration

Register for a slot on After Hours now.

After Hours #234, 30 Sep - 6 Oct 2024

Monday

30 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Remaining Chapters of Hudson

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Patriot (Season 1) w/Henchman 21

Ever wondered what happens when a secret agent moonlights as a folk singer? Join us for a quirky hour of espionage, awkward family dinners, and tunes that may or may not get you recruited into the CIA! With a 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that even critics are baffled by this wild blend of comedy and drama.

Grab your popcorn, settle in, and let’s see if our hero can pull off the ultimate double life without getting caught (or singing out of tune)! Nominated for 2017 best comedy series.

Starring: Michael Dorman, Kurtwood Smith, Michael Chernus, Kathleen Munroe, Aliette Opheim, Chris Conrad, Terry O’Quinn, Debra Winger

23:00 (11:00 pm) - Prayers for Thunder: Plane Spotting at Dawn w/Joe Umami

Listen to the early morning call to prayer as the sun rises over the Mediterraen Sea and the thunder of jet airplanes drowns out the serenity.


Tuesday

1 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 17, maybe Riofrancos

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

17:00 (05:00 pm) - BOOK LAUNCH | On Cuba: Reflections on 70 Years of Revolution and Struggle w/The People’s Forum

Join us for a book launch for On Cuba: Reflections on 70 Years of Revolution and Struggle with Vijay Prashad, who co-authored the book with Noam Chomsky.An audacious revolutionary experiment in the backyard of empire, Cuba has occupied a vexed role in the international order for decades. Though its doctors (and fighters)—and the outsized influence of its example—have traversed the globe, from Venezuela to Angola, its political and economic future remain uncertain as the Castro era comes to a close and the U.S. embargo proceeds unabated. Through an intimate conversation between two of the country’s most astute observers of international politics, Noam Chomsky and Vijay Prashad, On Cuba traces Cuban history from the early days of the 1950s revolution to the present, interrogating U.S. interventions and extracting lessons on U.S. power and influence in the Western Hemisphere along the way.

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: The Weapon Too Dreadful to Use by Isaac Asmov, a story narration link, and a documentary on Asimov., go to the Discord #the-read-hour channel for PDF file.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Good Omens (2019) Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

A 2019 BBC fantasy-comedy about an unlikely friendship between an angel and a demon. Created by Neil Gaiman, based on his novel of the same name.
Starring: Jon Hamm, Michael McKean, Benedict Cumberbatch


Wednesday

2 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Hudson, Chapters 17, 18, 19

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom

Tonight’S Agenda: Trump and Maga as Anti-Christ

Tonight we will watch and discuss an interview on The Analysis News Network (run by Paul Jay) with Matthew Fox, a prominent theologian and spiritual writer. While lecturing in Orvieto, Italy, this year, Matthew Fox encountered the powerful fresco of the Antichrist painted in the Orvieto Cathedral at the outset of the 16th century by Luca Signorelli. At first glance, the impressive fresco in San Brizio’s Chapel in the Orvieto Cathedral appears to show Christ addressing a crowd – but after closer inspection, one realizes that the main figure is, in fact, the Antichrist, with a demon speaking into his left ear. inspired artist Michelangelo and psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud to produce some of their greatest works. It also inspired American theologian and priest Matthew Fox to write his new book Trump & The MAGA Movement as Anti-Christ: A Handbook for the 2024 Election. In part 1, Fox argues that the archetype applies to the darker sides of MAGA and its Christian-nationalist backers.


Thursday

3 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 29

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Comedy Special: James Adomian’s Path of Most Resistance

“James Adomian, beloved LA alt comic and voice actor, makes his debut comedy special a hilariously, kinetic ride that takes the audience through the Path of Most Resistance showcasing his wide range of his particular style of standup, absurd characters, spot-on impressions and stories. Ranging from detailing the heroic plights of the Delta Airline Sky Priority members, how to effectively get Alex Jones and other conspiracy theorists' attention off anything important and so many absurdist scenes that he gets away with by attacking himself more than anything else."

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Fargo (2014) w/Henchman 21

A 2014 FX black comedy-crime drama series created by Noah Hawley and linked to the Coen brothers' 1996 film of the same name. Set amidst a late 1970’s mid-west mob war, havoc ensues from mis-navigating the fine lines in this thrilling Dakota/Minnesota set anthology.
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Ted Danson.


Friday

4 October 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Games

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E20

On tonight’s show:

  • Back from the weekly market, Joe Umami makes Turkish spinach parsley börek with freshly made yufka (filo) for Kitchen ASMR
  • Ann Li updates us on Ukraine and blesses us with a rant
  • TAC week in review, week looking forward

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

Tonight’s epsisode, Spur of the Moment, a young woman is pursued by a fierce looking woman on a horse.

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

22:30 (10:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: The Penguin (2024) w/Henchman 21

A 2024 HBO miniseries based on the DC Comics character Penguin & his rise to power in Gotham City’s criminal underworld.
Starring: Collin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz.


Saturday

5 October 2024

12:00 (12:00 pm) - Saturday Morning Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

Britannia (2018)

A 2018 Sky UK historical fantasy drama set in 43AD as the Roman Imperial Army - determined & terrified in equal measure - returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia.
Starring: Kelly Reilly, David Morrissey, Zoë Wanamaker.

Hardy Bucks (2010)

A 2010 RTÉ Irish mockumentary following the fictional exploits of a group of twentysomething slackers living in small-town Ireland.

Frisky Dingo (2007)

A 2007 [as] adult animated mockumentary revolving around a supervillain named Killface & a superhero named Awesome X aka Xander Crews.
Starring: Adam Reed, Christian Danley, Killer Mike

14:00 (2:00 pm) - Free-Form Leader-less Reading, Writing and Whatever Workshop

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: CCSGJ Vol.II CAPITAL Lecture 7 Reviewed

16:00 (04:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

6 October 2024

12:00 (12:00 pm) - Sunday Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

Animals (2016)

A 2016 HBO animated comedy anthology about the daily lives of fictional animals set to the backdrop of a recurring human arc, ie a corrupt mayor.

LOTR: The Rings of Power (2022)

A 2022 fantasy series based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s history of middle earth.

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Hammer and Sickle

Join us for shop and garden help and discussion.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - In Conversation with Costas Lapavitsas w/Class Unity

We are joined by Marxist economist Costas Lapavitsas to discuss financial crisis and the financialization of capitalism.

Participants may optionally consider reading two of Lapavitsas' articles or his video on the topic below:

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Election Film Night: The Candidate w/Susanna

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

Registration

Register for a slot on After Hours now.

After Hours #233, 23-29 Sep 2024

Monday

23 September 2024

16:00 (04:00 pm) - Yale Library Book Talk: Tim Snyder

Timothy Snyder, Richard C. Levin Professor of History and Global Affairs, will present on his new book “On Freedom.” He will be in conversation with Jim Levinsohn, Dean of the Jackson School of Global Affairs.

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 11 and 12

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - Open Dialogue


Tuesday

24 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: RIP Frederic Jameson

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: The Hunger Artist by Franz Kafka.


Wednesday

25 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 12+

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom

01:00 (01:00 am) - Mediterranean Sunrise w/Joe Umami

Cycling down to the sea through the dunes and dodging packs of free-roaming doggies.


Thursday

26 September 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Random Strolling Antalya w/Joe Umami

We’re out and about in the ancient city of Antalya. I shall pop on Zoom if there is something of interest and/or if anyone is up for a chat and a little slice of Mediterranean scenary.

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 14

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.


Friday

27 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 15

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E19

On tonight’s show:

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week on the Twilight Zone, *From Agnes with Love,* an IT expert, played by Wally Cox, gets dating advice from a 1960’s super computer (no, I’m not kidding).

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

FYI, there is no more Prisoner episodes to see so this slot going forward is empty, if you would ilke to show something say so on discord to Joe Umami (formerly Joe in Norway).


Saturday

28 September 2024

08:00 (08:00 am) - Coastal Mediterranean Bike Ride w/Joe Umami

Cycling along the sea through the old city of Antalya stopping at ancientpoints of interest.

14:00 (2:00 pm) - Free-Form Leader-less Reading, Writing and Whatever Workshop

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: CCSGJ Vol.II Capital Lecture 7

16:00 (04:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

29 September 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Hammer and Sickle

Join us for shop and garden help and discussion.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Class Unity Course: The 2008 Financial Crisis

The subprime mortgage crisis of 2008 is the major economic event of the 21st century thus far, and continues to impact all dimensions of economic life. Join Class Unity as we explore the causes of the crisis so that we may better understand the nature of financial capitalism and the role of the state in managing its underlying instability.

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Election Film Night: Seven Days in May w/Susanna

We are viewing the 1964 cold-war political thriller “Seven Days in May” tonight. Starring Kirk Douglas & Burt Lancaster; Screenplay by Rod Serling; Director John Frankenheimer; Music by Jerry Goldsmith.

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

Registration

Register for a slot on After Hours now.

After Hours #232, 16-22 Sep 2024

Monday

16 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Rent-Free Stats

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - Open Dialogue


Tuesday

17 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 7

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: The Student by Anton Chekov, reputed as one of his personal favorites.

2004 NPR Chekhov’s Legacy interview with Cornel West

Story Narration on YouTube, nicely read/illustrated and story Analysis


Wednesday

18 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 8

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom

Tonight’s Agenda: America’s Mental Barrier

How Insurers Interfere With Mental Health Care
American insurance companies — quietly, and with little government pushback — have assumed an outsize role in mental health care. People in pain are paying the price.


Thursday

19 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Market Origins

19:00 (07:00 pm) - A Bridge to Victory w/Reverend Barry Lynn

An hour of humor and hope, benefiting the Movement Voter PAC (MVP) and progressive grassroots groups working tirelessly to mobilize voters in key swing states, emceed by Congressman Jamie Raskin, and featuring:

Julia Quinn, #1 NY Times bestselling author of the Bridgerton series, comedians Lewis Black (The Daily Show), Alonzo Bodden (Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me!), David Feldman (Curb Your Enthusiasm and The David Feldman Show), and John Fugelsang (SiriusXM), and hosted by the Rev. Barry Lynn (Paid to Piss People Off) and Ethan Herschenfeld (Red Notice and The NoSho).

Billy Wimsatt, Founder and Executive Director of MVP, will deliver a special presentation to show us how our collective efforts can make history in 2024. His vision and dedication have driven MVP’s mission to fund grassroots groups working to mobilize voters in key swing states.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.


Friday

20 September 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

Reading: Hudson, Chapter 10

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E18

On tonight’s show:

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

On tonight’s episode Night Call, Gladys Cooper receives disturbing anonymous phone calls to her rural home.

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

23:00 (11:00 pm) - Patrick McGoohan!? The Prisoner w/The CinemaTAC

This week we watch Fall Out the FINAL episode, where the Prisoner faces the court of the village, where the resuscitated No. 2 (Leo McKern) confronts the man who defeated him.

00:00 (12:00 am) - The Funny Hour

Similar to the Bring the Music hour but with stand up and funny videos where the whole community participates.


Saturday

21 September 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Roaming Ancient Istanbul w/Joe Umami

14:00 (2:00 pm) - Free-Form Leader-less Reading, Writing and Whatever Workshop

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Marx on Rent 1

16:00 (04:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

22 September 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Hammer and Sickle

Join us for shop and garden help and discussion.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Class Unity Course: The 2008 Financial Crisis

The subprime mortgage crisis of 2008 is the major economic event of the 21st century thus far, and continues to impact all dimensions of economic life. Join Class Unity as we explore the causes of the crisis so that we may better understand the nature of financial capitalism and the role of the state in managing its underlying instability.

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Film Night: The Best Man w/Susanna

The film takes place within a 24-hour period during a National Political Convention for President. The top two potential candidates vying for their party’s Presidential nomination are an Adalai Stevenson-type former Sec. of State and a Nixon-Joe McCarthy-type junior Senator. It stars Henry Fonda and Cliff Robertson. Co-stars Kevin McCarthy, Edie Adams and Lee Tracy (Oscar Nominee.) It’s 60 years old, 1964, and still cuts to the bone. Adapted by Gore Videl from his 1960 Broadway Play.

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

Registration

Register for a slot on After Hours now.