The Listening Post
Al JazeeraA weekly programme that examines and dissects the world's media, how they operate and the stories they cover.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||
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Superb and deep analysis here provides us with critical clarity and context behind the media headlines and soundbites.
In particular, dicing up the Krasnov (AKA Mango Mussolini) regime rhetoric on the Venezuela $hit$how using verifiable facts and objective analysis provides the necessary understanding.
(The above is NOT AI-generated)
Podcast Addict52 months agoRuminatingStoic- 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.
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United States6 months ago Episodes between May 2024 and Jan 2025 were purged. Latest "Listening Post" episode Sat,06.Sep.25.
Podchaser58 months agoSticky1935- Listening not viewing
You need to translate. Some people only listen to a podcast and don’t have access to subtitles
Apple Podcasts5nnnnnsneUnited Statesa year ago - Excellent and necessary
I’m so glad Apple is finally posting episodes again.
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A rigorous examination of how media shapes and is shaped by global events, with a strong focus on censorship, propaganda, and frontline reporting. Episodes frequently analyze narratives around wars, power politics, and how governments, rebels, and tech platforms influence what audiences see and think. A recurring highlight is on-the-ground reporting under siege and the role of independent investigators and journalists in exposing information warfare, making it a compelling listen for media professionals, policymakers, and researchers who want a deeper understanding of media dynamics during crises. A notable strength is the show's willingness to host diverse voices from journalism, military analysis, and diaspora perspectives to unpack compl... more
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The Listening Post launched 15 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Listening Post include:
1. Jean Kassir
2. Ameed Shehade
3. Mark Montgomery
4. Treta Parsi
5. Masih Ali Nijad
6. Mahfuz Anam
7. Ellie Leonard
8. Alex Shephard
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