
The BBC's podcast on the Middle East. Hosted by Jonny Dymond.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 48 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Following intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire deal to end more than 15 months of war in Gaza. All Israeli hostages being held by Hamas will be released, while Israel’s soldiers will withdraw fully from Gaza, and allow 60... more
We look back on the region’s history and discuss what it can teach us about the future.
Jonny Dymond brings together a carefully assembled panel of experts, academics and journalists to talk about the conflict in the region.
What has happened in hi... more
We look back on the region’s history and discuss what it can teach us about the future.
Jonny Dymond brings together a carefully curated panel of experts, academics and journalists to talk about the conflict in the Middle East.
What has happened in... more
We look back on the region’s history and discuss what it can teach us about the future.
Jonny Dymond brings together a carefully assembled panel of experts, academics and journalists to talk about the conflict in the region.
What has happened in hi... more
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Some episodes are occasionally informative. However, overall I found it to be very biased towards Palestinians and very much inline with the BBC editorial policy (so no surprise there). No wonder antisemitism is on the rise in the UK, if this is what folks regard as “balanced”. A “carefully curated panel of experts” handpicked to support the BBC narrative. Just to give one example, numbers offered by the Ministry of Health in Gaza (controlled by Hamas) are seen as “generally reliable” while tho... more
Love the podcast, great entertainment.
Really enjoyed this podcast. Included both perspectives, got interviews on both sides. Of course people on both sides felt it was one sided, but when a tragedy and crisis of this magnitude from both respects is unfolding, how can any coverage not feel bias to someone? My only hope is that as this Conflict has yet to resolve, that BBC adds another entry. Reduced frequency, sure, but this story isn’t over.
Dear BBC Team,
I find it extremely disturbing how one sided this Podcast about the Middle East is - in my opinion it fails its purpose of investigating the conflict and education the audience without giving a side…sadly it only portrays pro-Palestinian opinions of the participants and journalists without any critical questions. It should be marked as opinion not facts! It does not shed any light nor does it give different angles of the cause
I am very disappointed as I was hoping to hear inter... more
Be careful about who you choose to interview. Way more Jewish representation than Palestinians which means you are not entirely telling two sides.
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This podcast provides an in-depth exploration of the complexities surrounding the Middle East, delving into the historical contexts, ongoing conflicts, and the geopolitical dynamics that shape the region. With a strong focus on prominent figures and pivotal events such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, listeners can expect thoughtful discussions led by experienced journalists and experts, including notable episodes on historical wars and their lasting impacts. The program offers a robust analytical framework, making it a rich resource for those wanting to understand contemporary issues in the Middle East from multiple perspectives, amid a backdrop of evolving narratives and diplomatic efforts.
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Recent guests on The Conflict include:
1. Frank Gardner
2. H A Hellyer
3. Dina Rezk
4. Lyse Doucet
5. Siavash Ardalan
6. Gordon Corera
7. Anthony Zurcher
8. Rushdi Abu Alouf
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