Monday⌗

2 June 2025

16:00 (4 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: America’s Baudelian Autumn

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 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy’s Spirit

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 (8 pm) - The Funny Hour

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

Tuesday⌗

3 June 2025

16:00 (4 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Sraffa and the Classicals

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.

18:30-20:30 (6:30-8:30 pm) - The Political Economy Of Imperialism: A Short Course w/The People’s Forum

This four-part series will take up Lenin’s analysis as a foundation for understanding imperialism, not simply as a set of foreign policies, but as a system of domination and exploitation imposed on the nations of the world. Our goal is not just to understand the system but to equip ourselves with the theory and clarity needed to build an anti-imperialist movement capable of confronting and transforming it.

Dates: Tu./Thurs. June 3, June 5, June 10 and 12 from 6:30 – 8:30 PM ET

19:00-20:30 (7-8:30 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: Nympholepsy by William Faulkner

Here is a dense analysis. (PDF)

Wednesday⌗

4 June 2025

16:00 (4 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: ReadingBaran and Sweezy’s Monopoly Capital, Then and Now

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 (8:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom

Agenda: The Just War Theory - Its History, Moral Criteria and Relevance

In tonight’s session, Tom Webber will present an introduction to the Just War Theory which provides moral guidelines for determining when prosecuting a war can be justified. Its purpose is to ensure that war is only waged under strict ethical conditions, and if deemed necessary, to conduct war in a manner that aims to minimize minimize harm and uphold justice. We will cover its history, past and present, as well as explore together its application and value in evaluating the contemporary Israeli war against the Palestinians. This discussion will also include a delving into the more contemporary discussions of jus ad bellum — that is, how to bring about healing and reconstruction after the conflict / war is over.

Thursday⌗

5 June 2025

16:00 (4 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Lenin and Monopoly Capital

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.

18:30-20:30 (6:30-8:30 pm) - The Political Economy Of Imperialism: A Short Course w/The People’s Forum

This four-part series will take up Lenin’s analysis as a foundation for understanding imperialism, not simply as a set of foreign policies, but as a system of domination and exploitation imposed on the nations of the world. Our goal is not just to understand the system but to equip ourselves with the theory and clarity needed to build an anti-imperialist movement capable of confronting and transforming it.

Dates: Tu./Thurs. June 3, June 5, June 10 and 12 from 6:30 – 8:30 PM ET

20:30 (8:30 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 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

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

Friday⌗

6 June 2025

16:00 (4 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Baran and Sweezy (& Magdoff) Continued

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 (6 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (7 pm) - The After Hours Show S03E02

On tonight’s show:

  • Ann Li updates us on Ukraine and blesses us with a rant
  • Joespaña makes a chill summery snake melon and radish soup with almond milk, breadcrumbs, and garlic chives for Kitchen ASMR
  • TAC week in review, week looking forward

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of Rod Serling’s Night Gallery w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week’s Night Gallery Episode 4, Story 1: Make Me Laugh

A fading comic asks a miracle worker’s help in making people laugh.

22:00 (10 pm) - Cinematac: Poker Face w/Travis

I would like to invite everyone to join me for the mystery crime/comedy series, Poker Face. A Columbo inspired drama.

A mystery-of-the-week series following Charlie Cale, who has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone is lying. She hits the road in her Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can’t help but solve. Guest stars are plentiful throughout, from Ellen Barkin and Adrien Brody to Luis Guzmán and Chloë Sevigny. An inverted detective series, also known as a “howcatchem” and popularized by “Columbo,” the crime and perpetrator are shown at the beginning of each episode, and follows Charlie as she tries to solve the mystery.

Saturday⌗

7 June 2025

14:00 (2 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: today

21:00 (9 pm) - Bring the Music {} Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.

Sunday⌗

8 June 2025

14:00 (2 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

14:00 (2 pm) - Course: The Permanent War Economy w/Class Unity

16:00 (4 pm) - A Star Trek:The Next Generation Watch Party & Discussion w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week’s episode: The Schizoid Man

A dying anti-social scientist unintentionally comes upon the perfect vessel in which to preserve his intellect and arrogant personality.

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

Note: all times are EST.

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