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Occupied Thoughts

Occupied Thoughts by FMEP
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From the Foundation for Middle East Peace (FMEP), Occupied Thoughts amplifies the voices of FMEP grantees and partners, offers critical framing, and promote new ideas and new angles on the many issues connected to achieving justice, security, and peace for Palestinians and Israelis. FMEP works to defend and support Palestinian rights, end Israel’s occupation of the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East ... more

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In this episode of Occupied Thoughts, FMEP Fellow Ahmed Moor speaks with Sarah Leah Whitson and Michael Omer-Man of DAWN, an organization supporting human rights and democracy in the Middle East & North Africa. They discuss the recently-published boo... more

In this episode of Occupied Thoughts, FMEP Fellow Hilary Rantisi speaks with Dr. Yousef Kamal AlKhouri, Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies and Academic Dean at Bethlehem Bible College and a Christian Arab Palestinian theologian from Gaza. They d... more

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In this episode of Occupied Thoughts, FMEP Fellow Ahmed Moor speaks with author Naomi Klein about her new essay, "Surrealism Against Fascism," (published in the Equator, 11/26/25), and the questions of whether we need new institutions, what happens n... more

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FMEP fellow Ahmed Moor speaks with Peter Beinart (also an FMEP fellow) about Peter's decision to speak at Tel Aviv University, his apology for doing so, and criticisms of both.

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Recent Guests

Tareq Baconi
Palestinian writer and scholar, author of Hamas Contained and Fire in Every Direction
Episode: Queerness and Liberation: A Discussion about 'Fire in Every Direction' with Tareq Baconi
Rabbi Alissa Wise
Founding director of Rabbis for a Ceasefire and co-author of 'Solidarity is the Political Version of Love'
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Episode: Jewish Institutions and Anti-Zionism
Arielle Angel
Editor-in-chief of Jewish Currents, connected to the Jewish left movement
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Zo Brown
Founder of Databases for Palestine
Databases for Palestine
Episode: “Without memory, there can be no justice" - Archiving the Gaza Genocide
Annelle Sheline
Research Fellow at the Middle East Program of the Quincy Institute
Quincy Institute
Episode: Jordan, the Gulf, and American Policy in Palestine
Huweida Arraf
Palestinian-American civil and human rights attorney and social justice activist.
Episode: The International Solidarity Movement and the Freedom Flotillas
Adam Horowitz
Managing editor of Mondoweiss
Mondoweiss
Episode: Media, BDS, and Lessons from 25 Years of Solidarity Work
Jenin Younes
National Legal Director of the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee
American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee
Episode: Attacks on the First Amendment Continue
Bushra Khalidi
Oxfam's policy lead in Palestine and Israel, based in the West Bank.
Oxfam
Episode: The Starvation Regime and Plausible Deniability for War Crimes

Hosts

Ahmed Moor
Fellow at the Foundation for Middle East Peace
Hilary Rantisi
2025 Fellow at FMEP
Peter Beinart
Host of Occupied Thoughts

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 297 ratings
  • A response to the episode on the killing of journalists in Gaza

    I appreciate Occupied Thoughts very much - thanks for all of your clear-sighted and brave work.

    In the latest episode on killings of journalists Peter and the interviewee differed on their analysis of rape during the October 7th Hamas attack. I appreciated the willingness to challenge even those who broadly share one’s same perspective and goals. I just wanted to share a take on this issue I heard Mouin Rabbinni provide at a Busboys and Poets talk last October; he said that many military campaig... more

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    5
    Rober66
    United States4 months ago
  • Consistently strong, deeply informative, thought-provoking. At its best, truly exceptional.

    Podchaser
    5
    articolate
    a year ago
  • Easy and educational format

    Thank you for everything you do! This makes it so much easier to learn about current and past situations. I am eternally grateful to the work you put into this. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mallllllllllllllllllllry
    United Statesa year ago
  • Recommended

    Informed, nuanced, and valuable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    public4jbh
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Zarkin

    Thank you for all you are doing. Free Palestine ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zarkin Frude
    United States2 years ago

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The podcast is recognized for amplifying marginalized voices in conversations about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, often resonating with those seeking deeper understanding and advocacy.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and informed discussions provided, highlighting the podcast's commitment to presenting critical perspectives.
Some critiques point to perceived biases or lack of balance in the discussions, yet many find the content compelling and full of necessary information.

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Queerness and Liberation: A Discussion about 'Fire in Every Direction' with Tareq Baconi
Q: Have you thought about what the reception may be and what your goals around it may be?
It's an intensely socially disruptive book.
Queerness and Liberation: A Discussion about 'Fire in Every Direction' with Tareq Baconi
Q: Was that kind of alchemy? Was that a deliberate effort on your part? What were you thinking?
I wasn't really thinking about the audience in that expansive sense; I had a very particular audience in mind.
Jordan, the Gulf, and American Policy in Palestine
Q: To what extent is genocide compliance explained by careerism?
Many officials rationalize remaining in their roles, believing that they can make a difference later, despite the systemic issues that contribute to human rights violations.
Jordan, the Gulf, and American Policy in Palestine
Q: What is your day-to-day like as a human rights officer at the State Department?
My role involved producing human rights reports and engaging with other departments to raise human rights issues, which often faced resistance from colleagues focused on maintaining relationships with foreign governments.
Attacks on the First Amendment Continue
Q: What has been the impact of the Trump administration's actions on civil liberties?
The status has worsened significantly, with severe implications for rights, including deportation threats for speech.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Occupied Thoughts

What is Occupied Thoughts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes offer in-depth discussions that highlight a wide range of issues affecting Palestinian rights, including human rights violations, humanitarian crises, and the impact of U.S. foreign policy on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Regular guests include journalists, human rights attorneys, and experts in political science, who contribute diverse perspectives on the ongoing challenges facing Palestinians. A notable aspect of this podcast is its commitment to providing a platform for underrepresented voices, especially those impacted by the Israeli occupation, and its focus on drawing historical parallels to contemporary events. The dialogues are often emotionally charged, aimed at educating its audience on complex geopolitical realit... more

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Occupied Thoughts launched 7 years ago and published 328 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 Occupied Thoughts include:

1. Tareq Baconi
2. Rabbi Alissa Wise
3. Arielle Angel
4. Zo Brown
5. Annelle Sheline
6. Huweida Arraf
7. Adam Horowitz
8. Jenin Younes

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