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A podcast about Palestine and the struggle for liberation, from the far diaspora. Made in partnership with the Palestinian Youth Movement.

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Sure, we're all breathing a massive sigh of relief after the final, but that's because the 2026 World Cup was about so much more than one player or one match. While the England v. Argentina semifinal played in the background, we spoke to organizers a... more

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What does it look like to forge a national identity and re-constitute a liberation movement when a people is in exile? What does it mean to organize a revolution of refugees? For our Nakba 78 episode, we discuss the unique context of Nakba to the cau... more

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As Palestinian political prisoners face escalations in abuse and torture in Zionist prisons, we speak to a former prisoner, Hadeel Shattara, in the second installment of our series on Palestinian prisoners. Hadeel talks to us about the conditions pri... more

While starvation and bombardment continue during a time of supposed ceasefire, Palestinian political prisoners are facing an aggressive escalation in abuse tactics during detention. Milena Ansari, a Palestinian attorney based in Jerusalem and an expe... more

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Recent Guests

Hadeel Shattara
Birzeit University faculty member and Palestinian prisoner who was detained by Israel and released in January 2025
Birzeit University / Palestinian Prisoners Movement
Episode: Message from a Released Palestinian Prisoner (with Hadeel Shattara)
Milena Ansari
Palestinian lawyer based in Jerusalem specialized in Palestinian prisoners' rights
Unaffiliated (at time of interview)
Episode: Palestinian Prisoners and the Genocide Behind Bars (with Milena Ansari)
Jake Romm
Legal representative of the Hind Rajab Foundation
Hind Rajab Foundation
Episode: No Country is Beyond the Reach of Law
Mahmoud Khalil
A Palestinian student at Columbia University and a speaker at the People's Conference, who was detained by ICE for over 100 days.
Episode: Dispatch from the People's Conference: an Interview with Mahmoud Khalil
Patrick Higgins
Scholar of U.S. imperialism and U.S. history with an emphasis on Palestine.
Episode: U.S. Imperialism and the Question of Palestine (with Patrick Higgins)

Hosts

Rhiannon
Host of Popular Cradle; engages on Palestine liberation with a focus on justice and anti-imperialism; frequently discusses legal accountability and historical perspectives.
Yara
Co-host contributing analysis on Palestine, human rights, and political strategy; often co-narrates episodes with Rhiannon.
Muhammad
Co-host focusing on political economy, imperialism, and organizing around Palestine; engages with movements and policy discussion.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 303 ratings
  • Mandatory Listening

    Thank you for doing this podcast! Rhiannon, Mohammed, and Yara bring so much to the conversation with their personal/ familial experiences and a deep passion for justice. Thank you for tackling this topic. šŸ‰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hello Friends Amanda Here
    United States2 months ago
  • A Must-listen for anyone and everyone

    This podcast is so informative on the history and continued relevance of the fight for liberation in Palestine. I’ve learned from much - thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Naiema
    United States2 years ago
  • I’m learning so much

    They dive deep into issues that even someone who considers them well versed on Palestine and its history will still learn from.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaniahD
    United States2 years ago
  • Very informative

    This pod has been very helpful in getting an overview of the Palestinian movement, as well as important details from the history of resistance. As someone who knew almost nothing about Palestinian history/current events a year ago, I’ve learned a lot and been able to better direct my research through this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elanor Bird
    Sweden2 years ago
  • critical!

    foundational and essential knowledge for this movement! thoroughly research and concisely delivered by the hosts !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VidurN
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise deep dives into Palestine history and current events, with clear, passionate hosts.
Thoughtful, rigorous discussions grounded in lived experiences and historical context.
Guests are well-informed and the conversations feel both urgent and educational.
The show is seen as essential for understanding Palestinian liberation narratives and organized resistance.

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Message from a Released Palestinian Prisoner (with Hadeel Shattara)
Q: How does the imprisonment of Palestinians relate to the broader liberation movement?
Prisoners are leaders in the Palestinian struggle, their movement has historically spurred resistance, education, and organization, and their experiences highlight the international dimensions of anti-imperialist solidarity.
Message from a Released Palestinian Prisoner (with Hadeel Shattara)
Q: How would you describe the conditions inside the facilities, especially for women?
Conditions were deliberately brutal and dehumanizing, with beatings, solitary confinement, lack of basic hygiene, and a constant threat of further punishment, aimed at breaking spirit and autonomy.
Message from a Released Palestinian Prisoner (with Hadeel Shattara)
Q: What were you accused of, and how long did you stay detained?
I was arrested while returning to Palestine, held without charges or access to a lawyer for eight days, then transferred to Al-Damoun Prison, with later detention renewed periodically and a first trial only after 22 days via video conference.
No Country is Beyond the Reach of Law
Q: What does accountability for something like genocide look like?
Accountability through the law, while addressing discrete disputes, isn't sufficient on its own, as it doesn't encompass the broader conditions leading to genocide.
No Country is Beyond the Reach of Law
Q: Do you see the work being done at the Hind Rajab Foundation as something that's happening where you're using existing law as a tool, or do you see it as something that's pushing international law or changing that system?
We are certainly using the law as it's written, but we're pushing for universal jurisdiction to come online in a serious way.

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