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Drop Site News

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Independent reporting on war and politics in the U.S. and across the world, delivered by Jeremy Scahill, Ryan Grim, and the Drop Site team. www.dropsitenews.com

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The tech industry has undergone a political shift in recent years, pivoting towards greater support for, and acquiescing to, authoritarian governments and movements around the world.

One key example has been Israel and Palestine, and how tech platfo... more

Despite the declaration of a Gaza “ceasefire,” Israel has continued to conduct military strikes and refused to allow the agreed-upon number of trucks carrying food, medicine, and other life essentials to the enclave. Hamas’s armed wing, the Qassam Br... more

Today, Drop Site presents an episode from our friends at Question Everything, a podcast from KCRW and Placement Theory.

The episode, titled “The Film the BBC Wouldn’t Air,” tells the inside story of how the BBC killed an important and timely documen... more

Today marks two years of genocide in Gaza. Two years of the most violent episode in the modern history of Palestine.

Israel has killed over 67,000 Palestinians, including over 20,000 children. That number is a bare minimum. Thousands more are missin... more

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Recent Guests

Omar Zahzah
Assistant professor and author of Terms of Servitude
San Francisco State University
Episode: Censorship and Military Support: How Big Tech Supports Israel
Ali Abunimah
Executive Director of Electronic Intifada
Electronic Intifada
Episode: Ali Abunimah on the State of the Gaza “Ceasefire”
Ramita Navai
British-Iranian journalist, lead reporter and narrator of the film
Episode: "The Film the BBC Wouldn’t Air," From Question Everything
Ben de Pear
British journalist and producer who worked on the documentary
Episode: "The Film the BBC Wouldn’t Air," From Question Everything
Noura Erakat
Palestinian human rights lawyer and legal scholar
Rutgers University
Episode: Two Years of Genocide in Gaza: On the Struggle for Decolonization
HA. Hellyer
Middle East analyst and expert
Episode: Palestinian Statehood, Iran Sanctions, and the Future of the Middle East
Adam Isacson
Director for Defense Oversight at the Washington Office on Latin America
Washington Office on Latin America
Episode: The U.S. and Venezuela: Trump Descends on Latin America
Steve Hsu
Theoretical physicist, technologist, and analyst of Chinese military developments
Host of the podcast Manifold
Episode: China Is Scaling Up its Military. Is It Preparing for War?
Chris Houston
Expert on humanitarian aid efforts who has worked in crisis zones and served on the board of directors of Doctors Without Borders.
Episode: The Humanitarian Aid Crisis in Gaza

Hosts

Murtaza Hussain
Host of Drop Site News and a significant contributor to discussions on war, politics, and international affairs.
Ryan Grim
Co-host and journalist, known for critical analysis and reporting on political issues.
Sharif Abdel Kouddous
Co-Host and journalist focusing on Middle Eastern conflicts and humanitarian coverage.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 905 ratings
  • Thank you

    Great reporting. Best and most accurate news podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nnnnnsne
    United States21 days ago
  • Drop Site is #1

    The most important news platform to be tuned into for US and world news. Consummate progressional journalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vinkylu70
    United States23 days ago
  • Murtaza needs better guests

    The latest episode on Venezuela was another reminder of the dubious qualification of “think tank experts”.

    Given Drop Site News’ own rigorous reporting, I couldn’t believe all the tropes of “authoritarianism”, “government corruption”, etc. with zero mentioning of U.S. sanction’s devastating effect on their economy which directly contributes to certain illegal activities; nor any push back from Murtaza. The nonchalant discussion of U.S.’s ongoing aim of regime change was also chilling. I’m not e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Crystalash
    United Statesa month ago
  • Essential commentary on world events

    I've learned a lot from listening to Jeremy Scahill

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MikeInBrixton
    2 months ago
  • Exemplary journalism

    Drop Site News is the very best of journalism coming out of the US in 2025. I applaud their courage to cover stories that corporate media refuses to. My gratitude and endless appreciation go out to their entire international team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GuzArd129
    United States2 months ago

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Some criticism exists regarding perceived biases in coverage, particularly from individuals favoring more mainstream narratives.
Audiences highlight the podcast as being essential for understanding nuanced geopolitical dynamics, appreciating the variety of expert guests.
Listeners praise the podcast for its courageous and reliable journalism that often covers stories ignored by mainstream media.
Many express gratitude for the thoughtful analysis and in-depth coverage of critical topics relating to global humanitarian crises.

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"The Film the BBC Wouldn’t Air," From Question Everything
Q: What did you think when you heard Adnan had died in prison?
The doctor said he was murdered as a result of torture.
Ali Abunimah on the State of the Gaza “Ceasefire”
Q: What are the broader implications of disarmament discussions?
Disarmament is framed as a condition for peace, implicating Palestinians in surrendering their liberation rights while neglecting the need for reciprocal actions from Israel.
Ali Abunimah on the State of the Gaza “Ceasefire”
Q: What is the impact on released Palestinian prisoners and their families?
Released prisoners show signs of severe abuse and trauma, with little recognition given to their conditions by the media, illustrating a stark contrast to the joy expressed for released Israeli hostages.
Censorship and Military Support: How Big Tech Supports Israel
Q: How have people responded within companies to the Israeli government's and military's influence?
There have been instances of whistleblowing and internal dissent against the anti-Palestinian policies, highlighting some receptiveness to employee pushback.
Censorship and Military Support: How Big Tech Supports Israel
Q: Can you talk a bit about what your book is and also the origins of why and how you chose to write it?
My book explores how big tech has transitioned from supporting Palestinian narratives to becoming new censors themselves, suppressing the very voices they once empowered.

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2. Ali Abunimah
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5. Noura Erakat
6. HA. Hellyer
7. Adam Isacson
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