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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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Latest Episodes

Sam and Edgar give you an update on the latest developments in the Iran War. The killing of Ali Larijani – amazingly a scholar of Immanuel Kant – could blow up in Israel's face as a more hardline figure may replace him. We also detail how Syria and I... more

"El Sett" is the new Egyptian biopic about the great Arab diva, Umm Kulthum. After an exclusive screening of the film in Stockholm, Edgar invited Egyptian curator, Mariam Elnozahy, and Egyptian multidisciplinary artist, Amr Hamid, for a conversation ... more

The US' lack of exit strategy from Iran becomes apparent as oil prices soar and Trump vacillates between talking about an "excursion" which will be "wrapped up very soon" and threatening to make it impossible "to recover that section of the world". T... more

Rami Khouri is a Palestinian-American author and analyst and a Distinguished Public Fellow at the American University of Beirut. 

In today's episode, Edgar speaks with Rami about the US-Israeli war on Iran, why they're waging it and what it could me... more

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Recent Guests

Edgar Mannheimer
Journalist, writer and host of Kalam
Kalam podcast
Episode: 63. Umm Kulthum Forever: Kalam Live!
Amr Hamid
Multidisciplinary artist and founder of the Egyptian Cassette Archive
Egyptian Cassette Archive
Episode: 63. Umm Kulthum Forever: Kalam Live!
Rami Khouri
Palestinian-American author and analyst, distinguished public fellow at the American University of Beirut
American University of Beirut
Episode: 62. Trump and Bibi's Endgame in Iran with Rami Khouri
Sahar Delijani
Award-winning Iranian author of Children of the Jacaranda Tree
Author, Children of the Jacaranda Tree
Episode: 61. The US and Israel Will not Save Iran with Sahar Delijani
Rouzbeh Parsi
Historian focusing on the Middle East, particularly Iran and nationalism, and has worked on policy issues including the Iranian nuclear program
Episode: 60. Iran – Protests that Shook a Nation with Rouzbeh Parsi
Ali Esbati
One of the hosts of Viljans Optimism, a Swedish political podcast about leftist politics.
Viljans Optimism
Episode: 59. Ali Esbati – En prins i Teheran? (Swedish)
Leila Shami
British Syrian activist and co-author of the book 'Burning Country: Syrians in Revolution and War'.
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Episode: 56: Syria after al-Assad with Leila al-Shami
Muhammad Shehada
Palestinian political analyst, originally from Gaza, and visiting fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations
European Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: 55. A Fatal Ceasefire with Muhammad Shehada
Göran Rosenberg
Writer, journalist, and author of The Lost Country, discussing personal and historical narratives related to Israel and Palestine.
Episode: 54. Göran Rosenberg – Live från Bokmässan (Swedish)

Host

Edgar Mannheimer
Host of the podcast, with a background in journalism, he provides a knowledgeable perspective on Middle Eastern politics and culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 598 ratings
  • Confused

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nia_fan11
    Australiaa year ago
  • About the Middle East. Very interesting and knowing,. With different aspects. Everybody should listen to it!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Bjorn
    a year ago
  • Insightful and broad

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sanne Lundberg
    Swedena year ago
  • Great pod!

    Quick and insightful on the Middle East. High quality stuff here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henning T
    Swedena year ago
  • Excellent podcast.

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teacher (uni and high school)
    Denmark2 years ago

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Many highlight the program's engaging format and the thoughtful insights brought by host Edgar Mannheimer.
Listeners appreciate the depth and quality of the discussions, showcasing a range of perspectives on Middle Eastern issues.
A few express confusion over certain political interpretations, indicating the complexities involved in the topics discussed.

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63. Umm Kulthum Forever: Kalam Live!
Q: What do you think is missing from the film's depiction of Umm Kulthum?
The participants feel the film omits critical collaborators and early career context, such as the influence of key songwriters and the full scope of Kulthum's entourage, which would provide a fuller picture of how her artistry evolved.
56: Syria after al-Assad with Leila al-Shami
Q: How do you perceive the leadership of Ahmad al-Shar'a?
Shami acknowledges his transformation and moderation but emphasizes the uncertainty about how inclusively he will rule.
56: Syria after al-Assad with Leila al-Shami
Q: How do you view the Syrian conflict?
Shami views it as a revolution met with a counter-revolutionary response from the Assad regime, which employed mass repression.
54. Göran Rosenberg – Live från Bokmässan (Swedish)
Q: How have you seen, for example, Trump's progress?
Well, it's no secret that our Western democracies, the liberal societies, for a long time have been struggling with problems.
54. Göran Rosenberg – Live från Bokmässan (Swedish)
Q: How much does that play a role when you analyze the development in the Middle East, your own personal experiences and experiences?
It plays all the role. I think, I only write books where I have a personal experience.

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Focused on the complexities of Middle Eastern culture, history, and politics, this podcast offers an insightful exploration of pressing issues affecting the region. Listeners can expect to hear in-depth discussions on contemporary crises, protests in countries like Iran and Syria, and the role of foreign influences. Unique elements include engaging narratives that meld personal stories with documented insights, providing a multifaceted view of events and movements shaping the area. The integration of talented guests further enriches the conversation, making it a significant resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the Middle East.

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Kalam launched 2 years ago and published 141 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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1. Edgar Mannheimer
2. Amr Hamid
3. Rami Khouri
4. Sahar Delijani
5. Rouzbeh Parsi
6. Ali Esbati
7. Leila Shami
8. Muhammad Shehada

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