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LSE Middle East Centre Podcasts

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Youth Unemployment
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Civil Society
Syria
Humanitarian Crisis
Dubai
UAE
Youth Entrepreneurship
Economic Development
Open Data
Syrian Revolution

Welcome to the LSE Middle East Centre's podcast feed. The MEC builds on LSE's long engagement with the Middle East and North Africa and provides a central hub for the wide range of research on the region carried out at LSE. Follow us and keep up to date with our latest event podcasts and interviews!

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In this episode, Diana Magdy, a gender equality specialist, feminist researcher and oral historian has a conversation with Professor Hoda Elsadda unpacking the politics of archiving, revealing archives as spaces of power and resistance rather than ne... more

Return of Tyranny explains why counterrevolutions both emerge and succeed, marshalling original data on counterrevolutions worldwide since 1900. It also offers a fresh perspective and new evidence on the reversal of Egypt’s 2011 revolution, one of th... more

By bringing together academics and journalists that utilise gender and media studies, as well as history and international relations, this interdisciplinary panel will speak to the relationship between the family and nation-building, the role of medi... more

The lecture examines the various economic, institutional, and political factors that are driving these approaches to health system reform drawing on work by the Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (www.phssr.org) of which the ... more

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Recent Guests

Polly Withers
Feminist cultural studies researcher; Leverhulme project lead
Le verhulme project on Neoliberal Visions, Gendering Consumer Advertising and its Resistances in the Levant
Episode: Understanding the Middle Eastern Family, Identity, and Politics through Queer Studies
Andrew Delatolla
Associate Professor in Middle Eastern Studies, University of Leeds
University of Leeds
Episode: Understanding the Middle Eastern Family, Identity, and Politics through Queer Studies
Elias Jahshan
Lebanese Palestinian journalist and writer; editor of This Arab Is Queer and This Queer Arab Family
Saqi Books (editorial work)
Episode: Understanding the Middle Eastern Family, Identity, and Politics through Queer Studies
Manar Alzraiy
Palestinian education professional focusing on resilience and equity in crisis-affected schools
Gaza education community
Episode: Keeping Education Going in Gaza
Alaa Aladini
Assistant professor of curriculum and instruction; UNRWA-Gaza educator
UNRWA-Gaza
Episode: Keeping Education Going in Gaza
Mohammed Shbeir
Educational Supervisor; PhD in Educational Administration
UNRWA-Gaza
Episode: Keeping Education Going in Gaza
Asma Mustafa
English language teacher; recognized for innovative teaching approaches
Gaza education community
Episode: Keeping Education Going in Gaza
René Provost
James McGill Professor of Justice Beyond the State at McGill University
McGill University
Episode: Kurdish Justice in Northeast Syria
Dr. Olivia Mason
Lecturer in the School of Geography, Politics and Sociology at Newcastle University
Newcastle University
Episode: An Archival History of Jordan’s Nature Reserves: Conservation, Racial Science and National Identity

Hosts

Hakan Sandal-Wilson
Host and chair; affiliated with LSE Middle East Centre and Gender Studies
Katerina Dalacoura
Director of the Middle East Centre at LSE; chair of events

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Great content poor sound quality

    Really enjoy these podcast but.. the sound quality is so poor. Sounds like recorded underwater. Such a shame as you miss half the commentary

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JJ Lamb
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • GeV

    Extreme leftists podcast. anti semite that blame the wast for all the problems in the Middle East.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    gol592
    Israel6 years ago
  • Poor sound

    LSE podcasts often include relevant experts covering interesting topics. However LSEs podcasts are purely produced. Its (perhaps) ok that they’re basically unedited meetings, but it is not ok that the recordings are of poor sound quality. You can’t hear what is said. It amateurish!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JPP in Ist
    Denmark6 years ago
  • Great presentations but poor sound quality

    Great presentations on a variety of topics. In general In-depth conversations with experts.

    However the sound is not very good sometimes.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    amelia.lovecraft
    Spain6 years ago

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Overall, guests and topics are viewed as relevant and insightful, though production quality is a common point of feedback.
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Some listeners perceive the content as heavily academic or theoretical, potentially alienating casual audience members.

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Talking Points

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'A History of Modern Syria' Book Launch
Q: Is it perhaps a useful lens to view Syria right now through the sectarian narrative?
While the sectarian narrative can be operationalized, it is important to understand the historical context and avoid reducing complex dynamics solely to sectarian terms.
'A History of Modern Syria' Book Launch
Q: How do you think the proxy war exploited both sectarianism and the gap between rural and urban societies?
The proxy war leveraged sectarianism and socio-economic disparities to gain strategic advantages, exacerbating existing tensions and conflicts.
'A History of Modern Syria' Book Launch
Q: Do you think the brief experiment of unification with Egypt shaped the hegemonic trajectory of the Ba'ath Party after it fell apart?
Yes, the union established a more heavy-handed approach to dealing with the population and created a climate of fear, which shaped the trajectory of the Ba'ath regime.
'A History of Modern Syria' Book Launch
Q: Why did the popular mobilization that preceded the Ba'ath Party fail to meet their socio-economic demands?
The popular mobilization failed to push through their demands due to the complex socio-economic dynamics and the shifting support of the ruling class, which was not consistent through history.
Youth Protests and the Future of Reform in Morocco
Q: How has the popular disillusionment with the Makhzan evolved amid current protests?
The disillusionment has grown stronger due to perceived failures of the government to adequately address social issues, coupled with a frustration stemming from youth alienation from the political process.

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A think-tank–style series rooted in Middle East politics, education, and global diaspora narratives. Episodes frequently feature academic researchers, policymakers, and practitioners discussing topics like Neoliberalism, Kurdish governance, Gaza education, health reform in Gulf states, and gendered labor in the region. Conversations blend historical context with contemporary challenges, often including live Q&A and panel debates. Notable strengths include a strong academic perspective from multiple LSE-affiliated hosts and guest experts, plus a willingness to address complex, underrepresented issues through rigorous analysis and first-hand experiences. This makes it a solid choice for listeners who want nuanced, research-backed discussions ... more

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3. Elias Jahshan
4. Manar Alzraiy
5. Alaa Aladini
6. Mohammed Shbeir
7. Asma Mustafa
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