Punk vs. The Police: From CBGB Riots to Modern Protests

This episode traces the history of police confrontations across punk scenes—from early 1970s raids at CBGB and London clubs, through Los Angeles hard‑core clashes, to recent protests linked with Black Lives Matter—and explores how these encounters shaped DIY practices, fanzines, and the protest songs that emerged in response.

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