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Will Gaza be Ethnically Cleansed? ft. Rami Khouri Mar 01, 2025

From repeated Israeli ceasefire violations, to Trump's 'Gaza Riviera' plan, the future of Gaza and the rest of Palestine appears to hang in the balance. In this episode, we take a step back to go through multiple factors individually, piecing them together to paint a full picture of what the future holds for Palestinians. Palestinian analyst Rami Khouri joins us to give his insights for this episode of the Let's Talk Palestine Podcast.

Reflections & Predictions: Palestine in the New Year ft. Dr. Ramzy Baroud Jan 12, 2025

2024 will be remembered as one of the darkest years in human history for the genocide in Gaza. As the new year arrives, and reports of a ceasefire agreement being all but agreed, it is time to reflect on the past year to be able to understand and possibly predict what the near future in 2025 will bring for Palestine. After popular demand, we welcome back Dr. Ramzy Baroud for this episode of the Let's Talk Palestine Podcast.

'Ceasefire' in Lebanon, ICC Arrest Warrants - November '24 in Palestine Dec 05, 2024

In this monthly recap, we take you through the two key moments of November '24. Firstly, we take a look at the details of the ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel, specifically looking to see whether it will hold, and if so, who does that make the winner of this war? Secondly, we briefly touch on the ICC's decision to issue arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant. What does this mean for them? Will all countries abide by the Rome Statute? Listen to find out more.

Let's Talk Hezbollah ft. Joseph Daher Nov 22, 2024

In September, Israel violently escalated its offensive against Lebanon, allegedly aiming to destroy the anti-Zionist resistance group and political party, Hezbollah, for its support for Palestine and anti-genocide intervention. This is not the first time Israel aimed to destroy Lebanon’s only defense against Israeli hegemony, nor even the second.

In this episode, we explore the factors that shaped Hezbollah’s formation, its extensive social, economic, and political role within Lebanese society, and its regional posture and relations. To answer these questions, we sat down with Dr. Joseph Daher, author of “Hezbollah: Political Economy of the Party of God”, who shared expert insights into the complex political, social, and economic dimensions of Hezbollah’s influence.

This episode will be valuable to all listeners, whether you’re a Lebanon expert or this year was the first time you heard of Hezbollah.

*Disclaimer: Let’s Talk Palestine is strictly non-partisan and does not endorse any political party or figure in any country as a matter of policy.

Dr Daher's Books:

Hezbollah: The Political Economy of Lebanon's Party of God (2016)

Syria after the Uprisings (2019)

Palestine and Marxism (2024)

Jabalia, Sinwar, Iran - October '24 in Palestine Nov 03, 2024

1 year on from the October 7th operation, we bring back our recap episodes. In just 10 minutes, we'll look back at the month of October 2024, discussing three key events taking place in Palestine; the General's Plan for northern Gaza, the martyring of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, and the Israeli-Iranian escalation.

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US Elections: Voting for Genocide ft. Nerdeen Kiswani Oct 28, 2024

With the US elections right around the corner, we take a look at the key implications the result will have on Palestine. From the idea of voting for 'the lesser evil', to the impact on the ongoing genocide in Gaza, as well as the effect on organising for all marginalised communities across the US, we give you a comprehensive background on things to keep in mind if / when voting. Nerdeen Kiswani, an outspoken activist and founder of Within our Lifetime, provides answers to these topics.

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Defining Palestinian Liberation ft. Dr Ramzy Baroud - The Peace Fallacy Pt. 5 Sep 29, 2024

To close up our series, we bring forth the key principles that define what is actually needed for liberation, not simply 'peace'. We begin the episode by looking at the key historical details that have brought us to where we are today, before delving into the idea of anti-Zionism, as well as the roles that different components within the movement (such as peaceful and armed resistance) have in our shared path forward. In this episode, we have the honour of welcoming Dr Ramzy Baroud, editor of the Palestine Chronicle, who has written extensively on the topic of liberation as opposed to peace, and gives his insights.

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Israeli Society as a Palestinian ft. Rami Younis - The Peace Fallacy Pt. 4 Sep 18, 2024

Palestinians who were able to remain in their historical homeland during the Nakba of 1948 represent a small but significant proportion of the Israeli population today. In this episode, we speak with Rami Younis, a Palestinian journalist and TV presenter, and ask a range of questions revolving around life growing up in a society built on the ruins of your own people, as well as the dramatic overtly genocidal shift since October 7th 2023.

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Arab Regimes & Israel: Partners in Crime ft. Dr Imad Harb - The Peace Fallacy Pt. 3 Sep 08, 2024

Something that often confuses Western audiences about the Palestinian struggle is how some Arab states, who would be expected to support the Palestinians, in actual fact have deep relations with the Israeli state. This, among other issues such as a potential future Israeli-Saudi normalisation deal are the topic of Part 3: Arab Normalisation. In this episode, we bring you the insights of Dr. Imad Harb, director of research and analysis at the Arab Institute in Washington DC.

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The Two State 'Solution' - The Peace Fallacy Pt. 2 Aug 28, 2024

We are often adamantly told by politicians that the Two State Solution is 'the only solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict'. In this episode, we visualise what they mean when they say this, going through each of the key features of what the Two State Solution really means. Very quickly, we see that the proposal is not only logistically impossible to implement, but also a solution based off a mistaken view of what the Palestinian struggle really represents. The Two State Solution will never be a solution.

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The Oslo Accords - The Peace Fallacy Pt. 1 Aug 18, 2024

The one time Palestinians and Israelis were apparently close to peace was in 1993 at the signing of the Oslo Accords. 30 years on, peace has never looked as unlikely as it does now, which begs the question, what was in these 'peace' agreements and can they really have been as comprehensive as they are often nowadays made out to be? In this episode, we take a look at the context and the specifics of the Oslo Accords themselves, painting a picture to show that their downfall was not only expected, but inevitable.

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A New Status Quo, Lebanon, Ceasefire Talks - June '24 in Palestine Jul 07, 2024

June was the 9th month of the Israeli onslaught of Gaza, in this episode we briefly summarise the key events. Most notable is the new status quo emerging in Gaza, a status quo intended to exhaust its inhabitants and to cause maximum destruction to civilian infrastructure. Additionally, we saw tensions flare up along the Lebanese border, with all-out war looking increasingly likely unless a ceasefire is reached in the meantime, another topic of discussion in this episode.

Breaking the Gaza Siege - Freedom Flotilla ft. Rifat Odeh May 20, 2024

Director of the documentary The Truth: Lost at Sea, and survivor of the Freedom Flotilla massacre, Rifat Odeh, takes us through his experience on the boat that attempted to break the siege and deliver much needed humanitarian aid to Gaza. We begin by asking the question why a humanitarian mission was necessary, before developing into the dark scenes that the Israeli military unfolded on the aid workers, as well as diving into the propaganda machine that attempted to save Israel's image. This comes during a crucial time where a new flotilla looks to leave for the same mission to Gaza in 2024. The Documentary, The Truth: Lost at Sea produced by Rifat Odeh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXgc6hFKqzI&rco=1

Who are Palestinian Christians? May 05, 2024

On Orthodox Easter, we take a look at this small but significant part of the Palestinian population. From how external forces have shaped the proportion of religious diversity in the holy land, to the role that Christians play in the fight for liberation, we take you on a quick, but thorough deep dive into who Palestinian Christians really are.

This Week in Palestine - 22.04.24-29.04.24 Apr 30, 2024

As the international escalation between Iran and Israel begins to die down again for now, in this episode we shift our attention back to the reality on the ground in Gaza from the last week. In this time, we saw the uncovering of mass graves containing over 300 bodies, many of which with evidence of serious human rights abuses such as torture and mutilation. We also shortly turn our attention to the growing demonstrations on US college campuses demanding divestment from companies profiting off the genocide in Gaza.

Are We on the Brink of War? Apr 24, 2024

The recent tit-for-tat missile attacks by Israel and Iran have led to the fear that a regional war may very well prevail soon. In this episode, we go through who the two sides are, what the possibility of war actually is, and what the effect thereof on Gaza but also more generally Palestine would be.

Iran Retaliates: What Has Happened? Apr 24, 2024

For two weeks the world watched anxiously to see how Iran would respond to the attack on their consulate in Damascus, Syria, at the hands of the State of Israel. On the night of the 13th of April, we got our answer. Hundreds of drones and missiles were fired at Israel from Iranian territory for the first time ever. But how did we get into this situation in the first place? In this episode, we break down the context and the Iranian operation itself, in what certainly will not be the end of hostilities between the two powers.

This Week in Palestine - 01.04.2023-08.04.2023 Apr 08, 2024

Murdering foreign aid workers and bombing an Iranian diplomatic facility are only two of many despicable acts that Israel undertook this week to mark exactly six months of their ongoing genocide in Gaza. In this episode we take you through these stories, among others such as the significant use of AI in this genocide, the attempt to censor Al-Jazeera within the occupied territories, but also the increasing pressure at the ICJ on countries that are complicit in the genocide such as Germany.

This Week in Palestine - 25.03.2024-01.04.2024 Apr 01, 2024

Even during Ramadan and Easter, Israel persisted in its genocide in Gaza and wider war against Palestinians across their occupied homeland. But we did see international developments with a ceasefire resolution passing in the UN Security Council, as well as additional measures made by the ICJ in an attempt to force Israel to comply with international law. Join us for this short episode where we take a look at this and more!

This Week in Palestine - 18.03.2024-25.03.2024 Mar 25, 2024

With the genocide of Gaza continuing into almost half a year, it still often feels like we haven't reached the peak of the violence. In this episode we go through the siege of the Al-Shifa hospital, a 'ceasefire' proposal by the US, as well as the decision made by the Canadian government to halt arms exports to Israel.

This Week in Palestine - 11.03.2024-18.03.2024 Mar 18, 2024

5 months into this genocide, it may be getting harder for you to keep up with all the developments on the ground and around the world related to Palestine. Last week, we saw changes in the position of the US government regarding the Israeli government, a new policy to allegedly alleviate suffering in Gaza, and Israel's rejection of yet another ceasefire proposal by Hamas. Join us on the first of many weekly updates we will be bringing you.

Debunking Zionist Talking Points Jan 20, 2024

From the simple misconception that Hamas launched a war on Israel to the idea that Israel has an inalienable right to defend itself through carpet bombing, Zionist propaganda has flooded the discourse with ideas which, when gone through systematically and logically, hold no value. In this episode, we go through and debunk some of the most common talking points that Israel has used to justify its genocide on Gaza. Join us!

Why This is a Genocide Dec 26, 2023

Genocide is a heavy word that should never be used lightly. In this episode we explain what genocide actually means and how it applies to Gaza, and address popular misconceptions and talking points. Join us to understand why Palestinians, genocide scholars, and UN experts are insisting that this is indeed a genocide.

The Early Colonization of Palestine ft. Dr Ilan Pappé Nov 18, 2023

Building on our last episode, here we aim to delve deeper into the early contemporary history of Palestine between the late 19th century up until the Nakba in 1948. With Dr Pappé, a veteran Israeli scholar, we discuss life under colonialism, how lobbying shaped Western support of Israel up until today, as well as the escalation into the Nakba from British colonial rule. Join us!

The 100 Year History of Israel-Palestine Nov 12, 2023

The history of Israeli colonisation of Palestine is often described as too complicated to learn, and so when looking at events that occur in contemporary Palestine, everything lacks necessary context. In this episode of the Let's Talk Palestine Podcast, we try to give you a simplified description of key events that have occurred since the colonisation of Palestine began. Namely, we'll be taking you through the origins of the Zionist movement, the colonial period under the British Mandate, the Nakba (Palestinian Catastrophe), as well as more modern history such as the 1967 war, and the Oslo Accords. Join us!

Israel's Crackdown Beyond Gaza Oct 31, 2023

Forced displacement, mass incarceration, guns for votes. The Israeli government is currently taking advantage of the fact that everyone's eyes and ears are fixed on the Gaza Strip by accelerating its own agenda in the West Bank to completely ethnically cleanse it. All of these details (+ more) are discussed in this episode so that we can shed light and expose the Zionist state for what it is; a genocidal, settler-colonial regime. Join us!

Surviving 6 Wars on Gaza ft. Yara Eid Oct 28, 2023

With all the videos and images being circulated online of the current genocidal bombing campaign of Gaza, can you begin to imagine what life during these times? Shortly before the onset of the latest massacres of Gaza, we spoke to Yara Eid, an activist and war journalist from the Gaza Strip to ask precisely this on a humanitarian level. Additionally, we spoke about other issues such as desensitisation of violence but also simply how growing up in the Gaza Strip looks like. Join us!

Let's Talk Hamas - What's Happening Now? (Part Two) Oct 11, 2023

Since October 7th, when Hamas launched its Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, social media has been rife with misinformation and put forward many allegations against Hamas fighters. In part two of this Hamas special episode, we dive into these allegations as well as take the listener through some of the other problematic talking points Palestinians have to face regarding Hamas. Join us!

Let's Talk Hamas - Who Are They? (Part One) Oct 11, 2023

Hamas has been at the centre of all talking points regarding Palestine recently, specifically regarding its role as the main faction undertaking armed resistance against the Israeli occupation. In part one of this special episode of the Let's Talk Palestine Podcast, we attempt to guide the listener through the basics of Hamas, from its rise to prominence in Palestinian society, to the legitimacy of its armed resistance. Join us!

Was Gaza just Liberated? Oct 08, 2023

On Saturday October 7th 2023, the Palestinian resistance faction Hamas shocked the world with the commencing of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, the largest-scale Palestinian military operation in modern history whereby for the first time since the implementation of the illegal blockade, the Israeli borders were breached. In this podcast special, we break down how we got to this point, what exactly happened, and begin to analyse what could happen as a result of this unprecedented event. Join us!

Shireen Abu Akleh's Assassination ft. Nida Ibrahim May 11, 2023

Simple, nuanced, trustworthy – brought to you by your favourite Palestine page on Instagram. Whether you’re a newcomer or are a seasoned advocate for Palestine, sit down with our host Alejandro as he interviews journalists, scholars, and politicians to bring you incisive dialogues and provocative insights 🧠🇵🇸   We push the boundaries of mainstream media to help create a Palestinian future based on universal principles of liberation, justice, and equality.   Follow us on Instagram (@letstalkpalestine) and DM us what you thought of our latest episode! 🎙️ Oud by Ahmad al Khatib

Let's Talk Palestine Podcast May 08, 2023

"Let's Talk Palestine," a truly thought-provoking podcast, aims to shed an illuminating light on the Palestinian occupation. Whether you're a newcomer to the subject or a seasoned advocate, join us on this electrifying platform for incisive dialogues and provocative insights. We're resolutely committed to pushing the boundaries and fostering a meaningful and respectful dialogue that paves the way for a brighter, more just, and equitable future for all. With a kaleidoscopic approach, we will dive into the history, politics, culture, and daily realities of the Palestinian people. We will uncover a mosaic of perspectives and narratives that shape the ongoing struggle for justice and peace in the region.

Our candid conversations with world-renowned experts, activists, journalists, and talented artists will leave you spellbound with their unbridled intensity while confronting the common misconceptions and unmasking the harsh realities of the ground situation. You will hear firsthand accounts of the excruciating challenges of living under occupation, the debilitating mental health consequences of the conflict, the intricate legal framework that upholds Palestinian rights, and the inspiring power of activism in catalyzing positive transformation.

"Let's Talk Palestine" offers an unparalleled and stimulating exploration of this critical issue that will leave you questioning your own preconceptions.

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