The Marxist, Pan-Africanist revolutionary from Burkina Faso is our subject. Thomas Sankara was president of the country from 1983 to 1987, but was ultimately betrayed by the man closest to him. His legacy continues to inspire and energize revolutionaries across the world. Your hosts are Julian Feeld and Jon Gabrus.

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Episode researched and written by Gabriel Rocha Gaspar. Edited by Ty Wood. Theme song by Thiago França. Cover art by Ru ...