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POMEPS Middle East Political Science Podcast

Marc Lynch
Arab Spring
The Political Science Of the Middle East
Middle East Studies
Palestinian Authority
Gaza Conflict
Authoritarianism
Hamas
Fatah
Syria
Middle East
Eurasia
Protests
World War II
Israeli Military Occupation
West Bank
Local Governance
Orientalism
Second Intifada
Oslo Accords
Municipal Councils

Discussing news and innovations in the Middle East.

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On this week's episode of the podcast, Daniel Neep of the Arab Center Washington DC joins Marc Lynch to discuss his new book, Syria: A Modern History. Modern Syria has seen violence, repression, and autocracy, suffering through tragedy after tragedy ... more

On this week's episode of the podcast, Mohammed Soliman of the Middle East Institute joins Marc Lynch to discuss his new book, West Asia: A New American Grand Strategy in the Middle East. In the book, Soliman argues that it is time for the United Sta... more

On this week's episode of the podcast, Mohammed M. Hafez of the Naval Postgraduate School joins Marc Lynch to discuss his new article, “A Waning Crescent: Why The Era of Islamism is Coming to an End.” In the episode, Hafez argues that "Islamism, in a... more

On this week's episode of the podcast, Stéphane Lacroix of Sciences Po joins Marc Lynch to discuss his new book, Twilight of the Saints: The History and Politics of Salafism in Contemporary Egypt. The book examines the history of Salafism in Egypt fr... more

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Recent Guests

Mohammed Soliman
Senior Fellow at the Middle East Institute, author of West Asia, A New American Grand Strategy in the Middle East
Middle East Institute
Episode: West Asia: A New American Grand Strategy in the Middle East (S. 15, Ep. 7)
Mohammed Hafez
Expert on Islamic extremism and Islamist movements, author of several influential books including 'Why Muslims Rebell'.
Naval Postgraduate School
Episode: A Waning Crescent: Why the Era of Islamism is Coming to an End (S. 15, Ep. 6)
Stéphane Lacroix
An expert on Salafism and author of the book 'Twilight of the Saints'
Sciences Po University
Episode: Twilight of the Saints (S. 15, Ep. 5)
Killian Clarke
Scholar at Georgetown University and author of 'Return of Tyranny'
Georgetown University
Episode: Return of Tyranny (S. 15, Ep. 3)
Steve Monroe
Author and academic focused on political economy and trade reform in the Arab world
National University of Singapore
Episode: Mirages of Reform (S. 15, Ep. 2)
Rana Khoury
Author and academic specializing in Middle Eastern political issues, teaching at the University of Illinois at Champaign.
University of Illinois at Champaign
Episode: Civilizing Contention: International Aid in Syria's War (S. 15, Ep. 1)
Yasmin Moll
Author of "The Revolution Within" and affiliated with the University of Michigan.
University of Michigan
Episode: The Revolution within (S. 14, Ep. 13)
Erik Skare
Author of "The Road to October 7" and academic from the University of Oslo
University of Oslo
Episode: Road to October 7 (S. 14, Ep. 12)
Ellen Lust
Editor of the book "Decentralization, Local Governance, and Inequality in the Middle East and North Africa", Professor at Cornell University and the University of Gothenburg
Cornell University and University of Gothenburg
Episode: Decentralization, Local Governance, and Inequality (S. 14, Ep. 10)

Host

Marc Lynch
Director of the Project on Middle East Political Science

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Keeping up with MENA scholarship made easy

    I took IR in the Middle East from Dr. Lynch as a master’s student. When analyzing events in the region, his class is the one I think back to the most. This podcast is fantastic because I keep receiving his insights into the region through the curated scholarship presented.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dalexgray
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent source

    For those looking beyond headlines about news in the Middle East, this podcast is a must. These conversations provide excellent analysis and astute context to the challenges and opportunities facing the region, and those who study it, today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WinstonDA
    United States10 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and scholarship presented, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of the Middle East.
The quality of discussions is commended for providing context to news beyond typical headlines, making it essential for those interested in Middle Eastern affairs.

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West Asia: A New American Grand Strategy in the Middle East (S. 15, Ep. 7)
Q: Why focus on West Asia rather than reasserting traditional Middle East frameworks?
The author emphasizes a move away from colonial-era mappings toward a transregional understanding where economic and demographic linkages with Asia redefine power and security. West Asia is presented as a crucial space for strategic competition and collaboration among multiple powers, not just a bilateral US-China dynamic.
West Asia: A New American Grand Strategy in the Middle East (S. 15, Ep. 7)
Q: Tell us about this book. Why did you write a book about West Asia?
The book argues that West Asia should be viewed as the hinge between the Mediterranean and the Indian Ocean within a broader Asian order, and it presents a realist, pragmatic roadmap for how American grand strategy should adapt in the 21st century by engaging with Asia and leveraging regional dynamics rather than insisting on a traditional Western-centric framework.
A Waning Crescent: Why the Era of Islamism is Coming to an End (S. 15, Ep. 6)
Q: What accounts for the failures of Islamist movements?
They face a dilemma between pushing their Islamist agenda and risking repression or accommodating secular forces at the cost of losing their distinctive appeal.
Twilight of the Saints (S. 15, Ep. 5)
Q: What happened to Salafi influence after the revolution?
Salafism experienced a profound change; while it was at its apex during the revolution, it faced challenges politically afterwards, leading to a crisis in the movement itself despite having lasting implications for religious discourse.
Twilight of the Saints (S. 15, Ep. 5)
Q: Can you describe who these Salafis are and what movements you are looking at?
The book analyzes various movements, particularly tracing their histrionic rise, emphasizing their focus on theological purity and grassroots influence rather than political ambitions.

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This podcast engages listeners with in-depth discussions surrounding political events, scholarly insights, and innovative perspectives in the Middle East. Covering a wide array of topics from Palestinian politics and Islamic media to local governance and gender issues, each episode features leading academics and authors who provide nuanced understandings of contemporary challenges in the region. The series places significant emphasis on the interconnections between historical events and current political dynamics, often highlighting underrepresented narratives that shape the socio-political landscape of the Middle East.

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