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Makdisi Street

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Gaza
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Israel
Palestine
South Africa
ICJ
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Humanitarian Crisis
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United States
Colonialism
Palestinian Rights
Biden Administration
West Bank
International Criminal Court
Palestinians
Occupied Palestinian Territories
International Court Of Justice
Gaza War
October 7th

A podcast co-hosted by Saree Makdisi, Ussama Makdisi, and Karim Makdisi. Follow us on X: @MakdisiStreet Follow us on YouTube: @MakdisiStreet

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The brothers welcome their father, Samir Makdisi, Professor Emeritus at the American University of Beirut, to the show.  They discuss the significance of Makdisi Street—the street itself!— in Beirut’s cultural history, the social and political locati... more

***Producer's note: This is a preview of the latest bonus episode. Sign up on Patreon for as little as $5 a month to access this and other great bonus content.***

The brothers get together for a spirited debate on the age-old question: Is Israel a ... more

The brothers welcome the prominent violinist, classical musician and Professor at the Barenboim-Said Akademie Michael Barenboim to have a heart-felt discussion about the relationship between classic music and dissent, his regret at not speaking out e... more

The brothers welcome back to the show Michael Fakhri (@michaelfakhri), United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food, to discuss the open war of starvation on Gaza, how international institutions have abjectly failed their moral and legal du... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Samir Makdisi
Professor emeritus at the American University of Beirut, and a prominent figure in public service
American University of Beirut
Episode: Return to Makdisi Street w/ Samir Makdisi
Michael Barenboim
World-famous violinist and professor at the Barenboim-Said Akademie, concertmaster of the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra
Barenboim-Said Akademie
Episode: "A little more than nothing is better than nothing" w/ Michael Barenboim
Dr. Theresa Montano
Professor at Cal State Northridge in Chicano studies and activist
California State University Northridge
Episode: "Palestine is getting relegated to an impermissible viewpoint" w/Christine Hong and Theresa Montano
Dr. Christine Hong
Professor at UC Santa Cruz in Critical Race and Ethnic Studies
University of California, Santa Cruz
Episode: "Palestine is getting relegated to an impermissible viewpoint" w/Christine Hong and Theresa Montano
Assal Rad
Historian of the modern Middle East and a non-resident fellow at the Arab Center in Washington, DC.
Arab Center in Washington, DC
Episode: "A free press is supposed to challenge the government" w/ Assal Rad
Alon Mizrahi
Writer, analyst, and host of The Mizrahi Perspective
The Mizrahi Perspective
Episode: "They don't see Arabs as human" w/ Alon Mizrahi
Trita Parsi
Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute and an award-winning author
Quincy Institute
Episode: "There was no attack by the Iranians" w/ Trita Parsi
Bassil Mikdadi
Creator of Football Palestine and international football pundit
Football Palestine
Episode: “They literally built a concentration camp on a football stadium” w/ Bassil Mikdadi
Avi Shlaim
British Israeli historian and emeritus fellow of St. Anthony's College.
University of Oxford
Episode: "We were conscripted into the Zionist project" w/ Avi Shlaim

Hosts

Saree Makdisi
Co-host with a focus on current humanitarian crises and historical narratives in the Middle East.
Ussama Makdisi
Co-host with expertise in the implications of U.S. foreign policies on the Middle East.
Karim Makdisi
Co-host who engages in discussions about historical and contemporary conflicts in Palestine.

Reviews

3.3 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Go to podcast!

    Remains my go to podcast whenever I have time to listen to a longer podcast. Fantastic guests. I learn so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VvDam
    Canada16 days ago
  • I love the Makdisi brothers

    They and their guest bring such important analysis and perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shirtrack
    Canada17 days ago
  • My life line!

    I cannot thank you gentlemen enough for this project! I eagerly await every single episode, I share it with friends and on my socials, I learn so, so much and it’s truly a pleasure

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rhk14
    Germany2 months ago
  • In this time of horror

    Love you guys and your work.

    Still, it’s good to get the truth out there and to get to know a project of three brothers. Loved the episode with Dr Salman Abu Sitta. Amazing.

    Great episode with Roubbani, almost, is it possible, inspiring. Thanks guys.

    I couldn’t listen for a long time because it’s all been too heart wrenching but just listened to Ilan and pray we’ve reached the moment of turning on a dime. Feels like it…

    that was both informative - Europe, huh? And uplifting!

    Don’t talk ov... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Herronski
    Australia2 months ago
  • Brilliant show

    Fantastic analysis, perspective, insights. Best podcast on the history of the Levant

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ps3281848
    Australia3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge from the hosts, highlighting their academic expertise and insightful conversations.
Many appreciate the impressive lineup of guests, which adds significant value and depth to the discussions.
The podcast is praised as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of Middle Eastern politics and humanitarian issues.
The tone is often described as engaging and thoughtful, with listeners frequently expressing a desire for deeper exploration of topics discussed.

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#136
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#72
Chile/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#85
Indonesia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#143
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#152
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#152
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"A little more than nothing is better than nothing" w/ Michael Barenboim
Q: Do you feel a special responsibility because of your visibility as a musician?
Yes, given his prominent Jewish and German identity, he feels an obligation to use his platform to advocate against genocide and for justice.
"A little more than nothing is better than nothing" w/ Michael Barenboim
Q: How did you go from being a violinist to a voice of conscience?
Michael Barenboim speaks about his evolving responsibility as a prominent musician to advocate for Palestinian rights and speak against injustices following recent events in Gaza.
"Is God Listening?" w/ Munther Isaac
Q: What does it mean to have written this, given the sermon and published a book?
Munther reflects on the lack of change despite awareness raised through his sermon and book, feeling the need to continue speaking up.
"Is God Listening?" w/ Munther Isaac
Q: How are you as a Palestinian and how are you as a Palestinian Christian?
The mood is anger, frustration, and fear regarding the ongoing war and its impact on lives.
"Palestine is getting relegated to an impermissible viewpoint" w/Christine Hong and Theresa Montano
Q: Why is it that the Palestine portion has raised the most controversy?
Palestine has become a defining battleground in ethnic studies due to its historical and political complexities, drawing significant pushback from various groups who misconstrue ethnic studies as merely ethnicity studies without its critical frameworks.

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This podcast provides a comprehensive exploration of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and broader Middle Eastern issues through insightful discussions with experts and activists. The co-hosts engage in deep conversations surrounding the historical and contemporary narratives that shape the conflict, including humanitarian crises, political tensions, and social justice movements, particularly focusing on Palestine. The content is rich with academic perspectives, personal narratives, and critical analyses that seek to challenge mainstream media representations and encourage a more informed dialogue on these pressing topics.

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1. Dr. Samir Makdisi
2. Michael Barenboim
3. Dr. Theresa Montano
4. Dr. Christine Hong
5. Assal Rad
6. Alon Mizrahi
7. Trita Parsi
8. Bassil Mikdadi

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