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While this zine was first issues when Palestinian casualties was lower than they are today, the “ceasefire” has proven to be fictional, and Israeli apartheid continues to oppress and murder Palestinians not just in Gaza, but also in East Jerusalem and the West Bank. This Zine helps expand our strategies for confronting the ongoing Palestinian genocide. Authored by the Fayer Collective and first published by Crimethinc.

Mel Cassidy is a queer, genderfluid polyamorous relationship anarchist and author who writes, consults, and coaches people on how to approach non-monogamy in an honest and ethical way. Check out Mel's book Radical Relating: A Queer and Polyamory-Informed Guide to Love Beyond the Myth of Monogamy. Follow them on IG, and check out all of their other amazing work here.

Anarchists, gamers, and all-around awesome people Colin & Kitty & Taylor & Pietro join Seeds to talk about how anarchism has informed their RPG gaming, and how gaming can teach us anarchists some valuable lessons. Check out Colin's podcast The Roll Report, follow Taylor's many cool projects here, and don't forget to pick up a copy of Kitty's fantastic new book Love Rebels: How I Learned to Burn It Down Without Burning Out. Also here are the links to all of the great RPGs the gang mentioned: Wanderhome, Fiasco, Thirsty Sword Lesbians, and Coyote & Crow.

Prince Shakur returns to Seeds with his podcast partner Jordan to discuss One Battle after Another, Paul Thomas Anderson's...dark comedy?...revolutionary farce?...Pynchon adaptation...? Make sure to check out Prince and Jordan's fantastic black anarchist podcast The Dugout, as well as Prince's debut memoir, "When They Tell You To Be Good." You can follow Prince on IG, and pick up his memoir at Camas Books & Info Shop!

Hazelnut, Fae, and Pocket visit Seeds of Revolution from the new camp in the ancient Walbran forest on Pacheedaht territory. They discuss their love of the ancient forests, their relationships with Elder Bill Jones, and with the local Indigenous nations in the area. They offer an analysis of the resource extraction industry/band council infiltration dynamic and speak candidly on the RCMP's role in clearing the blockade (and burning down the cougar sculpture and spiritual cabin) to pave the way for industry in the name of the ongoing injunction. Reflecting on the lessons learned from historical waves of forest defense, from Fairy Creek to Clayquot Sound, these Forest Protectors encourage everyone with time and inspiration to support their blockade either by visiting them, or taking action where you are. Follow the Forest Protectors on IG, Facebook, and join their supplies request chat group on Signal.

Prince Shakur is a queer, Jamaican-American author, journalist, and videomaker, and recognized by NY Times. As an organizer, he brought Black Lives Matter to his university campus, supported the migrant caravan, and served as a lead organizer with the Black Queer and Intersectional Collective in Columbus, OH. Prince also co-wrote, produced, and acted in an upcoming short film about two childhood friends facing their past before a significant event. His work, whether literary, visual, or grassroots, is stepped in his commitment to black liberation, prison abolition, and queer resilience. His debut memoir, "When They Tell You To Be Good," charts his political coming of age, and has been hailed as a “ scorching, nonlinear journey through a Black man’s search for self” by Kirkus Reviews. Check our Prince's website,  follow him on IG, and pick up his memoir at Camas Books & Info Shop!

BCGEU picket captain "Ravishing" Rob Rao talks to us about the recently concluded strike of the BC General Employees' Union, which fought for higher wages and better working conditions for its members.

Balancing a devotion to activism with personal relationships can be incredibly difficult. Kitty Stryker shares her experience as an activist, street medic and relationship educator to help others pursue the important work while maintaining healthy relationships and without burning out. Buy a copy of Love Rebels at Camas Books & Infoshop, or order one online through Thornapple Press

Our friend Gia from Historical Seditions came to Camas in August to launch her newest book, “Deconstructing Settler Socialism: Anarchism and the Internationals in the Wild West” Check out Historical Seditions’ website, and buy a copy of Gia's book here. In most general histories of radical movements the region popularly remembered as the “Wild West” is entirely absent. During the 19th century these lands were violently transformed from the sovereign domain of dozens of indigenous peoples into “western North America" via the genocidal process of settler-colonialism. White radicals played a tragically intimate role in this process, and while the histories of anarchism and communism, of socialism, feminism, and syndicalism have long roots in these lands, those who tilled the soil were far from spotless heroes.

Black Oak is an anarchist social space in Hamilton, Ontario. It aims to be a resource for anarchists in the area and is also a point of entry for those interested in anarchist ideas of direct action, mutual aid, solidarity, voluntary association, prefiguration, equality, and autonomy. The space can be booked for events that align with their values, and it also hosts regular drop-in hours for discussion and access to the book lending library, zine library, and distro. The space is open Sundays from 1-4pm. Check out their website and follow them on Signal at Blackoak.492

William Gillis is a second generation anarchist activist who studies high energy theoretical physics and has written extensively on the politics of abolition and transformative justice. Check out William's website which hosts a ton of their writing, and order William's new book, "Did The Science Wars Take Place: The Political & Ethical Stakes of Radical Realism."

Camas Collective member Eligh shares with us their scholarship on contemporary fascism, its strategies and tactics, and how fascists leverage disenfranchisement and resentment into political power.

Dr. Yannick Giovanni Marshall is a scholar, writer, and speaker specializing in anti-colonial Black thought, political exile, and dissent. He taught Contemporary Black Thought in the School of Critical Studies at CalArts before fleeing the United States amidst the escalating suppression of Black Studies, protest and academic freedom. His forthcoming book, "The End of Supplication: The Invention of Prostrate Blackness as a Replacement for the Maroon," challenges the containment of Black radical traditions through liberal and Civil Rights discourse. Through essays in Al Jazeera English and public talks delivered globally, Dr. Marshall offers urgent provocations on anti-Blackness, colonialism, and the global crackdown on dissent. Check out more of Dr. Marshall's work on his website.

Liz Cronin is the spokesperson for the Victoria Transit Riders Union, a grassroots organization advocating for free, rapid, and reliable public transit service in the Greater Victoria Area. Adequately funding public transit helps increase accessibility, which is an essential part of building an inclusive community. Check out VTRU’s website, and follow them on IG. Watch the beautiful documentary “The Trolley" on Youtube, and read Marc Lee’s fantastic article “Why BC Should Make Public Transit Free” at The Tyee.

The DIRA (Documentation, Information, References, and Archives) library is an anarchist collective located in Montreal. The project aims to acquire and disseminate, free of charge, documents on the libertarian movement in Canada and abroad, as well as a host of other topics. Today we are joined by three collective members - O, Pixie, and Vitis - who spoke to us about DIRA’s origin, mission, and goals for the future. Check out DIRA’s website, and consider donating to their fundraising campaign to help ensure DIRA remains a permanent, welcoming and central hub for Montreal’s anarchist community.