CONFLICTED
Message HeardAn ex-Al Qaeda jihadi turned MI6 spy and a former monk turned filmmaker, have been embedded at the heart of conflicts in the Middle East. Together Aimen Dean and Thomas Small unpack the realities of war, fundamentalism and their global implications through first-hand experience.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 194 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityHistory | |||
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In this Conflicted Conversation, Thomas speaks to bestselling novelist and historian Jack Carr. A former Navy SEAL sniper, Carr talks about his phenomenal book Targeted: Beirut: The 1983 Marine Barracks Bombing and the Untold Origin Story of the War ... more
Aimen describes the counter-coup which has taken place inside the Islamic Republic against Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, the key to understanding the failure of the Islamabad peace talks.
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In this Conflicted Conversation, Thomas speaks to journalist Jason Burke about his new book The Revolutionists: The Story of the Extremists Who Hijacked the 1970s.
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• Why the origins of modern terrorism lie earlier than the Afghan ... more
After the peace talks in Islamabad fail as expected, the United States adopts Plan B: a complete blockade of all Iranian maritime trade. Aimen explains this latest move in the Iran War.
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- An Important Pod (with a Mossad agent as co-host)
Please note at the start: I am using the word “agent” in the British sense of an asset, not in the American sense of an officer of an intelligence service.
This is one of the most extraordinary shows in the podverse, certainly for those of us who follow international affairs The main host, Thomas, is a Mid-Atlantic man. Bluff and hearty at times bringing out the American in him and then formal, stilted and prissy in his use of the English language, an American’s idea of an Englishman, which he... more
Apple Podcasts4sidneyhart
United States2 months ago - Very biased coverage coverage on global affairs
Historical content is well researched, but the presenters have a HEAVY bias towards western interests. Very little exploration towards the Iranian people.
Apple Podcasts1g52jixtgUnited States2 months ago - Iran /US conflict coverage
I am a huge fan of this and find it very informative. The Iran conflict coverage however is myopic, what about the other players such as China and Russia. There was no mention of how their actions will influence the outcome in the next few weeks .
Apple Podcasts3Proreason2022United States2 months ago - Excellent bc Human
The first season was great for understanding the Mideast in broad strokes. Later seasons got even better. I like that they look at the entire Mideast, including Africa and Turkey, not just an excessive focus on Israel.
I see reviews here criticizing Thomas or Aimen and their views, but the reality is that this is the only podcast where you have a devout orthodox Christian and Sunni who are 1) friends 2) deeply knowledgeable about the region.
Apple Podcasts5Certaminis PrincepsUnited States2 months ago - Thomas sucks
Thomas is an antisemitic Islamist mouth piece
Apple Podcasts1Historynutt3000United States3 months ago
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A unique exploration of conflict, fundamentalism, and the complex dynamics involved in warfare is at the heart of this podcast. The hosts, coming from vastly different backgrounds—one a former Al-Qaeda operative turned MI6 spy and the other a prior monk and filmmaker—offer listeners firsthand insights into the realities faced in the Middle East. Their discussions frequently span a variety of topics, including the rise of Islamist movements, geopolitical shifts, and the personal narratives of those directly impacted by conflict. This perspective is likely to fascinate anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of modern warfare and the cultural implications therein, as the hosts not only share expert analysis but also engage ... more
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1. Oliver Bollough
2. Anand Gopal
3. Nadwa Dawsari
4. Sven Beckert
5. Ali Ansari
6. Aimen Dean
7. Yossef Rapoport
8. Shawn VanDiver
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