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The Take is a daily interview-driven international news podcast hosted by award-winning journalist Malika Bilal. Each episode focuses on conversations with journalists and people directly impacted by the news of the day, offering our listeners the context necessary to understand what's in the headlines.

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Recent Guests

Craig Mokhiber
International human rights lawyer and analyst
Former UN Director of the Human Rights Office
Episode: Jeffrey Epstein’s 'one single cause': Israel
Omar Shakir
Human Rights Watch employee and director of the Israel and Palestine program
Human Rights Watch
Episode: Brief: Rafah traffic a trickle, HRW employees quit over suppressed report
Hind Khoudary
Al Jazeera reporter
Al Jazeera
Episode: Brief: Rafah traffic a trickle, HRW employees quit over suppressed report
Ibrahim Al Khalili
Al Jazeera reporter
Al Jazeera
Episode: Brief: Rafah traffic a trickle, HRW employees quit over suppressed report
Ayman Mohyeldin
Host of The Weekend Prime Time on MS Now, former field correspondent.
MS Now
Episode: Ayman Mohyeldin: from Gaza and Tahrir to journalism today
Oleksiy Sorokin
Deputy Chief Editor of the Kyiv Independent
Kyiv Independent
Episode: How the US left Ukraine exposed to Russia’s winter war
Marcia Howard
High school teacher and president of the teacher's chapter of Minneapolis Federation of Educators Local 59
Minneapolis Federation of Educators Local 59
Episode: 'They picked the wrong state': how Minneapolis is fighting back
Angela Palumbo
Tech reporter for Barron's
Barron's
Episode: Are we witnessing the death of traditional TV?
Sara Olsvig
Chair of the Inuit Circumpolar Council, representing indigenous Inuit peoples across Greenland, Canada, Alaska, and Chukotka, Russia.
Inuit Circumpolar Council
Episode: What's behind Trump's push to control Greenland?

Hosts

Malika Bilal
Award-winning journalist and host known for her engaging and insightful approach to international news.
Natasha Del Toro
Journalist specializing in international news with a focus on human rights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Always a great roundup of important news often neglected by other news outlets

    Podcast Addict
    5
    always.listening
    14 days ago
  • Balanced view

    Thanks you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maqaa koo
    Canada19 days ago
  • Follow the lead of Black Women

    Just listened to the episode with Marcia Howard and it was powerful. The moment of being seen and letting emotions flow..just beautiful. Not to take away from any of the organizing lessons but I listen regularly because of this humanity!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    justshalom
    United States24 days ago
  • Worth your time

    Great program to help me sort through all the craziness in the world today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yobaby101
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good

    Enjoying the diverse content, listening from Johannesburg South Africa

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anidu1988
    South Africaa month ago

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Praise for in-depth, international coverage that goes beyond Western narratives.
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The show has been credited with providing insights into underreported issues, particularly in conflict-affected regions.
Listeners appreciate the diverse and knowledgeable guests featured.
Overall, listeners commend the quality and thoroughness of reporting, making it a reliable news source.

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Ayman Mohyeldin: from Gaza and Tahrir to journalism today
Q: What are the lessons that you have taken from the journalists in Gaza that you worked with?
He learned about courage, bravery, and the importance of holding powerful people accountable through their sacrifices.
Ayman Mohyeldin: from Gaza and Tahrir to journalism today
Q: What's a moment that even today still sticks with you?
Mohyeldin reflects on the resilience of the Palestinian people he met during his coverage in Gaza.
Bangladesh's election tests the power of Gen Z
Q: How has Jamaat-e-Islami managed to make a comeback?
Jamaat has swept recent student elections by focusing on community service and a message of social justice, presenting themselves as a disciplined alternative to traditional parties.
Bangladesh's election tests the power of Gen Z
Q: What is the BNP's main pitch to voters?
The BNP is positioning itself as a secular, liberal, democratic force while appealing to the younger generation with promises of social benefits and reducing corruption.
Bangladesh's election tests the power of Gen Z
Q: How would you describe the mood going into Thursday?
There's definitely a lot of excitement in the street, especially among the younger generation who make up a significant portion of the voters.

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This international news podcast features in-depth, interview-driven conversations about significant global events, often with those directly affected by the issues at hand. With a diverse array of topics ranging from political conflicts to social justice movements, each episode provides context and insights that go beyond the headlines. Notably recognized for its quality journalism, it frequently invites journalists, experts, and local voices to discuss complex narratives and foster a deeper understanding of pressing world issues. This approach makes it appealing for listeners seeking a more nuanced perspective on current affairs.

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1. Craig Mokhiber
2. Omar Shakir
3. Hind Khoudary
4. Ibrahim Al Khalili
5. Ayman Mohyeldin
6. Oleksiy Sorokin
7. Marcia Howard
8. Angela Palumbo

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