Armpit Intellectuals
Armpit Intellectuals
Zahra and Bilal
Ep. 22: The Architects of Resistance: Ahmad, Said, and Fanon
17 minutes Posted Dec 31, 2025 at 11:40 pm.
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The "end of empire" wasn't a conclusion—it was the start of a new, more subtle war. In Episode 22 of Armpit Intellectuals, we go deep into the "Grand Critique" provided by the three pillars of anti-colonial thought: Eqbal Ahmad, Edward Said, and Frantz Fanon.

We’re moving beyond the surface to explore:🔹 Eqbal Ahmad on why "new" nations often mirror their old oppressors and the root causes of political violence.🔹 Edward Said on how the Western "Gaze" creates a version of the East designed to be dominated.🔹 Frantz Fanon on the "zone of non-being" and why liberation requires a psychological revolution.

This isn’t just history—it’s the blueprint for understanding today’s global power dynamics, from media representation to economic inequality.

Listen now to learn how to decolonize your mind and your world.