The Labor of Extraction in Latin America w/ Kristin Ciupa & Jeffery Webber

The Labor of Extraction in Latin America w/ Kristin Ciupa & Jeffery Webber

Author: Alexander Scott May 3, 2024 Duration: 49:09

Professor's Kristin Ciupa and Jeffery Webber join the podcast to discuss their new co-edited volume The Labor of Extraction in Latin America that was recently published by Rowman & Littlefield as part of the "Latin American Perspectives in the Classroom" series. 

This edited volume traces the power of labor in extractive sectors in Latin America starting in the 1980s and shows how labor shapes national export sectors, economies, politics, and societies more broadly. Bringing together a team of international experts who look at labor in several extractive sectors—including oil and gas, mining and agriculture, and migrant labor, the volume presents a variety of viewpoints and case studies, exploring themes of the strategic organizing potential of extractive workers, the rise of informal labor and its impact on organizing and worker solidarity, and migrant labor-power as extraction.

Kristin Ciupa is an assistant professor of sociology at the University of Regina and the author of the forthcoming book The Political Economy of Oil in Venezuela: Class Conflict, the State, and the World Market. 

Jeffery R. Webber is a professor of politics at York University, Toronto. He is the author or co-author of five books, and co-editor of two books. Most recently, he co-authored The Impasse of the Latin American Left (Duke 2022) with scholars Franck Gaudichaud and Massimo Modonesi. 

The Labor of Extraction in Latin America is available for purchase through Rowman & Littlefield at https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538187548/The-Labor-of-Extraction-in-Latin-America

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In the space where academic rigor meets urgent political conversation, you'll find Latin American Perspectives. Hosted by Alexander Scott, this podcast extends the vital legacy of its namesake journal, a cornerstone of Latin American Studies for over four decades. It is a forum dedicated to untangling the complex social and economic forces that define the region. Each episode delves into discussions on capitalism's evolving structures, the enduring impacts of imperialism, and the practical realities of socialist movements across the Americas. The analysis is progressive, deeply researched, and grounded in the belief that understanding these systems is crucial for grasping contemporary realities. Listeners will encounter thoughtful debates and critical insights drawn from a tradition of scholarly activism. The podcast itself is produced as two distinct series: the main Latin American Perspectives episodes and the curated selections of Editors' Choice, together offering a multifaceted auditory journey into the political heart of the hemisphere. It’s for anyone who believes that the most compelling stories are those that examine power, resistance, and the ongoing struggle for equity. Tune in for a podcast that treats sound as a medium for serious, engaging scholarship and necessary dialogue.
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