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The Fire These Times

Elia Ayoub
Gaza
Palestine
Lebanon
Israel
Solarpunk
October 7th
Palestinian Liberation
Human Rights
Israeli Political Landscape
Environmental Sustainability
Israel-Palestine
Climate Change
Activism
Capitalist Realism
Climate Fiction
Far-Right Rhetoric
Political Crackdown
Social Justice
Resistance
West Bank

The Fire These Times is a podcast by Lebanese writer and researcher Elia Ayoub and friends connecting academics, writers, artists and activists from around the world to “build the new in the shell of the old.” It is a part of the From The Periphery Media Collective. To support: www.patreon.com/fromtheperiphery

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Daniel joins Elia from what used to be the Warsaw Ghetto to talk about Gaza.

The Fire These Times is a proud member of⁠ ⁠From The Periphery (FTP) Media Collective⁠⁠. Check out other projects in our media ecosystem: Syria: The Inconvenient Revolution... more

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Guest host Abdulla Moaswes, a Palestinian scholar and old buddy of mine, is joined by two scholars of Kashmir, Ather Zia and Hafsa Kanjwal to talk about Kashmir. It’s a long episode, but that’s because we wanted to make sure to present Kashmir’s hist... more

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Guest host Abdulla Moaswes, a Palestinian scholar and old buddy of mine, is joined by two scholars of Kashmir, Ather Zia and Hafsa Kanjwal to talk about Kashmir. It’s a long episode, but that’s because we wanted to make sure to present Kashmir’s hist... more

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Guest host Abdulla Moaswes, a Palestinian scholar and old buddy of mine, is joined by two scholars of Kashmir, Ather Zia and Hafsa Kanjwal to talk about Kashmir. It’s a long episode, but that’s because we wanted to make sure to present Kashmir’s hist... more

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Recent Guests

Ather Zia
Palestinian scholar
Episode: 203/ The Kashmir Question: Resistance w/ Ather Zia, Hafsa Kanjwal and Abdulla Moaswes
Abdulla Moaswes
Palestinian scholar
Episode: 203/ The Kashmir Question: Resistance w/ Ather Zia, Hafsa Kanjwal and Abdulla Moaswes
Athar Zia
Anthropologist, poet, and associate professor at the University of Northern Colorado
University of Northern Colorado
Episode: 202/ The Kashmir Question: Origins w/ Ather Zia, Hafsa Kanjwal and Abdulla Moaswes
Hafsa Kanjwal
Historian of modern South Asia and associate professor at Lafayette College
Lafayette College
Episode: 202/ The Kashmir Question: Origins w/ Ather Zia, Hafsa Kanjwal and Abdulla Moaswes
Astra Taylor
Accomplished author, filmmaker, and activist
The Debt Collective
Episode: 200/ The Rise of End Times Fascism w/ Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor
Jessie Gender
YouTuber and filmmaker known for video essays on queer topics, science fiction, and pop culture
Episode: 199/ The Stories That Fascism Fears Most w/ Jessie Gender (Special Crossover w/ Resistance is Fertile)
Maram Humaid
A journalist from Gaza and correspondent for Al Jazeera English Digital.
Al Jazeera English
Episode: 195/ The Wars Within the War on Gaza w/ Maram Humaid (Part 1)
Amos Goldberg
Professor of Holocaust History at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, specializing in Holocaust and genocide studies.
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Episode: 193/ Intent and the Gaza Genocide w/ Amos Goldberg (Part 1)
Justin Salhani
A journalist whose father was a photographer during the Lebanese Civil War.
Episode: 191/ We Are the Children of the Children of War

Hosts

Elia Ayoub
Host and creator engaged in politically charged discussions, with a focus on connecting various perspectives around global struggles for justice.
Ayman Makarem
Host contributing perspectives on the Lebanese civil war and contemporary issues relating to the region.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 446 ratings
  • An excellent podcast

    Elia and his team bring together engaging and knowledgeable people to provide context, nuance and essential education in this troubling world we are all trying to navigate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cemjay21
    Canada18 days ago
  • Absolutely necessary podcast

    The quality of the discussions around Middle East problematics is fantastic. By concerned people that know what they are talking about. Really recommend this podcast. Especially the round table around Syria !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian May
    Belgium9 months ago
  • New Mutual Aid podcast is awesome!

    Check it out for a deep dive into mutual aid, how it works across geographies and its importance in the current political moment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex***89
    United States10 months ago
  • the fire lit my heart

    and now it learns alongside these fantastic people

    so glad about a collective that brings many different struggles into connection and conversation

    go support listen learn connect fight

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blake_tur
    Germanya year ago
  • Brilliant show

    Amazing and thought-provoking show. Both the hosts and their guests always have super interesting perspectives to share.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    livliilvil
    Netherlandsa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its nuanced discussions around crucial global issues, particularly regarding the Middle East and social justice.
Reviewers often mention the emotional depth and personal stories that enrich the analysis of humanitarian crises and historical narratives.
The combination of diverse guests and thoughtful questions leads to thought-provoking and engaging conversations that challenge mainstream viewpoints.

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#98
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#223
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

204/ The Kashmir Question: What Comes Next w/ Ather Zia, Hafsa Kanjwal and Abdulla Moaswes
Q: How do Kashmiris see the recent escalation and the Pahelgaam attack?
Kashmiris view the escalation as a devastating continuation of a long-standing repression, highlighting the precarious situation resulting from India's actions, including the suspension of treaties and the militarization of the region.
200/ The Rise of End Times Fascism w/ Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor
Q: Do we think the left is prepared with the right ideas to present in this moment?
The left is more prepared policy-wise than in earlier moments, but still lacks in organizational and narrative strength.
193/ Intent and the Gaza Genocide w/ Amos Goldberg (Part 1)
Q: Look, in the minds of Israelis, October 7th has no context. Can you explain that?
Goldberg explains that Israelis often view the attack on October 7th without historical context, which leads to self-deception regarding the violence that follows, and outlines the danger of genocide when motivated by self-defense.
193/ Intent and the Gaza Genocide w/ Amos Goldberg (Part 1)
Q: Can you start with telling us a bit about that paper? Like, what was on your mind while you were writing it, and what was the intention?
Goldberg discusses the integration of Palestinian narratives and contemporary events in the context of genocide studies and the discrepancies between legal definitions and historical realities of genocide.
195/ The Wars Within the War on Gaza w/ Maram Humaid (Part 1)
Q: How are you coping? What can you tell us?
The situation in Gaza is getting worse and unbearable for everyone.

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2. Abdulla Moaswes
3. Athar Zia
4. Hafsa Kanjwal
5. Astra Taylor
6. Jessie Gender
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