LSO's fourth episode introduces Housmans, 'the longest continuous-running radical bookshop in Britain, established in 1945 and based in London’s Kings Cross since 1959'. Having become a local favourite, Housmans is known for selling 'books, magazines, and periodicals of radical interest and progressive politics, such as feminism, pacifism, Black politics, LGBTQIA+ politics, environmental justice and anarchism'.

As Housmans' co-manager, this episode's guest Nik Gorecki brings a unique insight into what running a radical bookshop entails in this day and age. We talk about the term 'radical', Housmans' unique history within the city of London, as well as about creating a safe space for political conversations and a sense of community through a politically framed bookstore.

This episode was recorded in May 2023.

Guest: Nik Gorecki ⁠Housmans Radical Booksellers, London: https://housmans.com/

Hosts: Julia Lurfová and Dr Nerina Boursinou RUL: ⁠⁠rul.st-andrews.ac.uk/⁠⁠

Logo credits: Alma Hummelsberger Editor: Eden Igwe Music: Matthew Lewis (@⁠⁠matthewlewy⁠⁠ on Spotify)

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