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The Listening Post

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A weekly programme that examines and dissects the world's media, how they operate and the stories they cover.

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Alex Shephard
Senior Editor at The New Republic
The New Republic
Episode: Inside India’s expulsion of Bengali Muslims | The Listening Post
Francesca Albanese
UN's special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories
United Nations
Episode: “Nobody is better than Netanyahu at manipulating the US” | The Listening Post
Meenakshi Ravi
Reporter covering significant investigations regarding the Gaza humanitarian situation.
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Episode: “Nobody is better than Netanyahu at manipulating the US” | The Listening Post
Abdaljawad Omar
Palestinian political analyst and specialist in cultural studies
Episode: “Decisions are being made out of fear” BBC and the Gaza double standard | The Listening Post
Assal Rad
Historian of the Middle East
Episode: Trump battles for credit for his Iran intervention | The Listening Post
Zohran Mamdani
Democratic candidate for New York's mayoral race
Episode: Trump battles for credit for his Iran intervention | The Listening Post
Chris Hedges
Journalist and commentator, former New York Times correspondent
YouTube
Episode: Will Netanyahu convince Trump to bomb Iran? | The Listening Post
Reza Pahlavi
Exiled crown prince of Iran, leading an opposition group
National Council of Iran
Episode: Will Netanyahu convince Trump to bomb Iran? | The Listening Post
Negar Mortazavi
Journalist and host of The Iran Podcast
The Iran Podcast
Episode: Preemptive strike? The media and Israel’s attack on Iran | The Listening Post

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Excellent and necessary

    Editing to add that it would be nice to have translations when speakers aren’t speaking in English for those of us who listen instead of viewing.

    I’m so glad Apple is finally posting episodes again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littleworldcunningly
    United States13 days ago
  • Episodes between May 2024 and Jan 2025 were purged. Latest "Listening Post" episode Sat,06.Sep.25.

    Podchaser
    5
    Sticky1935
    2 months ago
  • Listening not viewing

    You need to translate. Some people only listen to a podcast and don’t have access to subtitles

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nnnnnsne
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent and necessary

    I’m so glad Apple is finally posting episodes again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littleworldcunningly
    United States8 months ago
  • Amazing

    This podcast has helped me, as a teenager, to understand today’s global issues. These topics being shushed by schools and other organisations, meaning I did not have full understanding of what is happening in our world. This podcast has helped me make my own judgements on the politics of conflict and other things. It is not biased and gives full coverage with no sugar coating, something we need now more than ever, I can’t stress enough how good this podcast is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S.Hanna03
    United Kingdom9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and critical perspectives offered, often highlighting the podcast's ability to challenge mainstream narratives.
The content is described as highly educational and engaging, making complex political situations comprehensible for a broader audience.
There are concerns noted regarding accessibility issues, but the overall sentiment is favorable towards the insights provided.

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“Decisions are being made out of fear” BBC and the Gaza double standard | The Listening Post
Q: Can you start by painting us a picture of the broad cultural and narrative landscape in Israel when it comes to people like you, Palestinians, how you're perceived, how you are talked about?
Abdaljawad Omar explains that Palestinians are often ignored or viewed as threats to a perceived pure state, leading to a narrative filled with revulsion and paranoia.
Will Netanyahu convince Trump to bomb Iran? | The Listening Post
Q: What are the lessons the media and audiences have failed to learn since the Iraq war?
The media continues to give credibility to unfounded narratives while audiences struggle to differentiate between credible information and militaristic propaganda.
Preemptive strike? The media and Israel’s attack on Iran | The Listening Post
Q: How are they reassuring Iranians right now?
Iranian media uses demonization rhetoric, labeling Israel as a 'Zionist regime' and framing the narrative around civilian casualties and martyrs.
Preemptive strike? The media and Israel’s attack on Iran | The Listening Post
Q: What do you make of that? What is that language concealing?
The language of 'preemptive strike' conceals the lack of evidence for an imminent attack by Iran and reveals a bias in how media outlets report on such military actions.
The crackdown on India’s political opposition
Q: How does the ruling party justify its actions against the opposition?
The ruling party claims its actions are part of a broader anti-corruption crusade, though many perceive them as politically motivated.

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Focusing on the complexities of media representation, the content explores the intersection between politics and journalism, particularly within the context of global conflicts such as the Palestinian situation and U.S.-Iran relations. Episodes often highlight critical voices and narratives that challenge mainstream media coverage, considering how media can shape public perception of international events. With a commitment to providing in-depth analysis, the podcast scrutinizes the biases inherent in news reporting and aims to provide listeners with a more nuanced understanding of current affairs, making it a unique resource for those interested in global media dynamics and pressing humanitarian issues.

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1. Alex Shephard
2. Francesca Albanese
3. Meenakshi Ravi
4. Abdaljawad Omar
5. Assal Rad
6. Zohran Mamdani
7. Chris Hedges
8. Reza Pahlavi

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