
Kalam is a podcast about the culture, history and politics of the Middle East. Hosted by seasoned radio journalist Edgar Mannheimer, Kalam aims to be a source of knowledge and understanding about a region of the world that is so often misunderstood.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 127 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryDocumentarySociety & Culture | |||

In Part 2 of this Patreon-exclusive series we track Sadat’s coming of age:
• Sadat as a Gamal Abdel Nasser loyalist and chief communicator of his regime.
• Sadat as the quiet observer of Nasser’s failures, shaping his later thinking.
• Sad... more
In the late 1990's, the Palestinian rap group DAM released their breakout single Meen Erhabi? (Who is the terrorist?) interrogating Israel and the Western World's accusations of terrorism against the Palestinian people, "While we are living in our ow... more
Anwar Sadat was born in the Egyptian Sultanate, came of age during the Egyptian Monarchy, and became president of the Egyptian Republic. He was killed by Egyptian islamists. But who was he? In this Kalam Shorts series, exclusively available for our P... more
Edgar and Sam are in Egypt! Join us for a podcast session at a bar in downtown Cairo, serenaded by the sweet sounds of Umm Kulthum in the background. Subscribe to the Kalam Podcast patreon page to listen to the full episode.
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Hi, I’m confused how you say you were under Israeli occupation in Gaza but never saw an Israeli soilder? I think you may not understand what occupation is, maybe before Israeli left Gaza in 2006 and hasn’t occupied it since then.
About the Middle East. Very interesting and knowing,. With different aspects. Everybody should listen to it!
Lots of aspects of the crises in Palestine, the Middle East and now also in depth on Syria. Mainly contemporary issues, but sometimes also history. Politics and culture. Beautiful
Quick and insightful on the Middle East. High quality stuff here!
When I first came across this podcast I didn’t know Edgar Mannheimer’s work, but he’s a brilliant journalist.
I think I’ve listened to literally every episode, and while I do have my favorites, every single episode has been worth my time.
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Focused on the intricate fabric of Middle Eastern culture, history, and politics, this podcast invites listeners on a profound journey through contemporary issues and historical narratives. Examining significant events, social movements, and the plight of marginalized communities, it consistently highlights voices that might otherwise be overlooked, aiming to foster understanding amid complexities and prevailing misconceptions. The content is enriched by insightful interviews with activists, artists, and journalists who share personal stories and expert analyses, making it a compelling listen for those seeking to deepen their awareness of the region's dynamic landscape.
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Kalam launched 2 years ago and published 127 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Kalam include:
1. Leila Shami
2. Muhammad Shehada
3. Göran Rosenberg
4. Tahani Brahma
5. Ahmad Al-Aqra
6. Issa Amro
7. Shora Esmailian
8. Lama Ghosheh
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