A World on Fire
A World on Fire is a podcast from the Revolutionary Communist Party (RCP) that follows revolutionary developments in Britain and around the world. It argues that the old system is crumbling and that a Gen-Z-led revolution is underway. Episodes offer Marxist analysis of current events, class forces, and the role communists should play. The show aims to expose what it calls the bourgeois media’s blind spots and fears.
Episodes
Ed Miliband’s Palestine Statement Changes Nothing! | A World on Fire #20
In light of Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband's "harsh" words for Israel this week, we ask: Why this seeming about-turn from Labour? What makes them feel they can make such statements, call extremist settlers terrorists, and impose sanctions on these settlements?Our job as communists is not to be impressionistic or to be overawed by so-called changes in policy, but to point out the real
The Future MUST Be Communist | A World on Fire #19
We started this podcast a year ago and said in our first ever introduction: it’s time to get real and get revolutionary. Demanding the whole earth and striving for the "impossible" is the only realistic way forward for young people today.In this episode, we cover the Gen-Z revolts that took place this summer, why communism isn't utopian, how the left has failed to capitalise on young
The REAL Reason the US Backs Israel (A Communist Analysis) | A World on Fire #18
"I call all the shots. He doesn’t call the shots." Or so Donald Trump says. In light of the recent fragile ceasefire in the Middle East, we are addressing this head-on.In another episode of A World on Fire, we take viewer questions to debunk the conspiracy theories and apply a Marxist lens to the all-important question: What is the real reason the US backs Israel?We cover three major que
Communists discuss: Who REALLY runs Britain?! | A World on Fire #17
After a short hiatus, we are back delivering analysis and a Marxist perspective on the inner workings of the British state and British capitalism. Trapped in an age of political spectacle and impotence, the system is driving increasing frustration for both the ruling class and, most importantly, the working class.In this episode, we discuss: - The age of political spectacle: Analysing the Mandelso
How British imperialism paved the way for the Nakba | A World on Fire #16
We begin this season by connecting the dots between a capitalist ruling class responsible for the historic crimes of the Nakba and the crises of today: racism, war, and poverty. This is why the RCP is launching an all-out assault on British capitalism, calling to wipe out the Epstein class.In this episode, we discuss:The UK’s Role in the Nakba: Why the ruling class and the racist right (then and n
COMMUNISM V LIBERALISM: How to fight racism | A World on Fire #15
In this special extended episode, Khaled and Fiona dive into your questions and comments from social media as we build momentum for the March 28 ‘Together Alliance’ march in London.We’re digging into the systemic roots of racism and explain the WHOLE capitalist class are promoting these divisive ideas. Why did BLM reach a dead-end? More importantly we look at how the class struggle can be used to
Capitalism has created the manosphere! | A World on Fire #14
To mark International Working Women’s Day, we’re tackling your questions head-on. From the rise of the "manosphere" to the persistence of misogyny on social media, we explore why the fight for women’s liberation often feels like it's moving in reverse.Is the war between the genders inevitable? We don't think so. We discuss how these divisions can be overcome through collective st
The War in Iran: WHY IS BRITAIN INVOLVED?! | A World on Fire #13
As events escalated in the Middle East over the weekend, Britain found itself unceremoniously dragged into another criminal conflict. Despite Donald Trump’s evident contempt for "Sir" Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister has fallen right in line behind the latest US-Israeli attack on Iran.Trump has signaled that he views Britain not as a 'Churchill' but as a third-rate power with lit
The Epstein class: Capitalism’s greatest scandal! | A World on Fire #12
The Epstein files have finally lifted the veil on the most prolific grooming gang in the history of capitalism. While figures like Keir Starmer attempt to wash their hands of the fallout, the reality is clear: this grubby network of businessmen, bankers, royals, and billionaires isn't an anomaly. It is a core feature of the day-to-day running of the capitalist state.As Pam Bondi, the United St
Will Farage be Britain's Trump? | A World on Fire #11
With the political centre in collapse and Labour struggling to maintain an image of control, we discuss to what extenet Nigel Farage can truly emulate the Trump model. Meanwhile, a major showdown looms in Gorton and Denton between Reform and the Greens. As many ask if Farage is "Britain’s Trump," we examine whether the Green Party’s message of "Hope" is enough to halt Reform’s
BONUS: Trump's plan to replace the UN | A World on Fire
With the launch of the Board of 'Peace' at the World Economic Forum, the 80-year global order is shifting. By inviting Putin and China—and requiring a $1 billion "buy-in"—Trump is effectively teeing up a parallel UN under his own leadership.
Is this the END of NATO?! | A World on Fire #10
Donald Trump’s threats to annex Greenland have effectively taken a bulldozer to NATO and all other western institutions. Despite Keir Starmer’s speeches and diplomatic efforts, he appears powerless to bridge the growing divide between Europe and the United States.In this episode, Fiona and Khaled explore the servility of Britain — a nation trapped between its continental neighbors and its master a
HANDS OFF VENEZUELA! | A World on Fire #9
Britain has pushed for regime change in Venezuela for decades. Though Britain played no direct role in the criminal abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by US forces, the UK government has offered its tacit support. In this special episode, Khaled and Fiona unpack the hypocrisy of the Starmer government. We lift the lid on the nefarious history of coup-plotting and subterfuge by the Br
Why I AM a communist! | A World on Fire #8
As the White House launches its Anti-Communist Week, the right wing seems increasingly puzzled by one question: why are so many young people in the West drawn to communist ideas and, why is their propaganda not working?In our penultimate episode of the season, Khaled and Fiona share their personal journeys; how they became communists, why they joined the Revolutionary Communist Party, and what’s d
The West's Blood-soaked Record | A World on Fire #7
The end of the Cold War was meant to usher in an unprecedented era of world peace.Yet, three decades of endless conflict have instead left a trail of destruction and barbarism across the globe. Far from being peacemakers, the Western powers carry a blood-soaked record that speaks for itself.Now, as tensions rise once again in Latin America, Ukraine, and the Middle East, we ask: Why do capitalists
Make the left communist again! | A World on Fire #6
This week we ask: why is the left seemingly incapable of fighting the right wing? It is not simply a question of weak organisation or a lack of working-class support for a left-wing programme. The deeper issue is that the left, as it currently exists, is organically incapable of solving the problems of the working class because it refuse to lay the blame on the capitalist system.We trace the histo
Is Neoliberalism DEAD?! | A World on Fire #5
Neoliberalism ; it’s the ideology said to be at the root of all our problems, right? It’s a popular buzzword, but what does it actually mean? What historical conditions gave rise to it, and can we really trace all of Britain’s issues back to the premiership of Margaret Thatcher?Fiona Lali and Khaled Malachi unpack the rise and unraveling of neoliberalism as a capitalist project, arguing that the p
Britain's Austerity Generation | A World on Fire #4
Austerity has shaped the lives of young people in Britain today, alongside huge political earthquakes. This generation has grown up surrounded by war, the pandemic and the cost of living crisis - in this episode, we discuss how British capitalism is making the youth revolutionary. Agree with the ideas in this show? Then join the fight for communism!✊ Join the Revolutionary Communist Party:
TWO YEARS OF GENOCIDE: Time to strike! | A World on Fire #3
From France to Italy, we’ve seen huge general strikes erupt against austerity and the continued warmongering of the European ruling classes. We discuss how such strikes could be built here in Britain — and the leading role students could play by drawing on the history of May ’68. Agree with the ideas in this show? Then join the fight for communism!✊ Join the Revolutionary Communist Party: h
BLOCK EVERYTHING for Palestine! | A World on Fire #2
In this episode, we explore the rising Gen Z revolution spreading from Madagascar and Peru to Morocco, and look at how students and workers across Europe are spontaneously mobilising to challenge the war machine.We also discuss the intensifying occupation of the West Bank and the urgent need for escalating tactics.Here in Britain, we examine the role of trade unions and outline how we can strength
Could Britain be the next Nepal? | A World on Fire #1
In this episode, we break down what we mean by revolution and explore how Gen-Z uprisings are spreading across Asia — from Nepal to Indonesia — while revolutionary movements continue to erupt in Europe, including in Greece and Serbia.We ask: could the Gen-Z revolution be coming to Britain next?Please note that the audio quality between 4:48 and 29:23 is affected by technical issues. We apologise f
