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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.

With millions of global listens, it's clear the conversations we're having on The Take are wor... more

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Gaza’s footballers have lost teammates, stadiums and entire seasons. Some have lost limbs. Yet they continue to play. As the World Cup unfolds across North America, Maram Humaid reports from Gaza on the athletes, coaches and fans determined to keep f... more

This week: 263 days into a ceasefire, Israel has killed at least 983 Palestinians in Gaza. Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after Israel continues to attack Lebanon. More than 4000 people killed in Lebanon since March. Israel aims to continue its militar... more

Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on December 12, 2022. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed.

Lionel Messi - considered by many to be the greatest football player ... more

Artificial intelligence education now starts at the age of 6 in China. The Ministry of Education has rolled out new guidelines to teach AI at every grade level. For President Xi Jinping, AI is a priority. Will the toddlers of today be the tech titans... more

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Mitchell Prothero
Reporter who has been based in Albania for several years
Al Jazeera
Episode: Inside Albania’s protests over Jared Kushner’s resort
Dmitry Medvedenko
Al Jazeera correspondent
Al Jazeera
Episode: Brief: Iran and US close to signing a deal. Israel continues attacks on Lebanon
Heidi Pett
Al Jazeera journalist
Al Jazeera
Episode: Brief: Iran and US close to signing a deal. Israel continues attacks on Lebanon
Mo Amer
Stand-up comedian, actor, writer and producer
Netflix
Episode: Why Mo Amer jokes to survive
Ashish Malhotra
Former The Take producer turned journalist launching Soccernomics Podcast and reporting on the World Cup's dark side
Soccernomics Podcast / Citeo / New York-based journalist
Episode: FIFA World Cup: the politics and profits of the beautiful game
Martha Escudero
Social worker and former houseless resident featured in the Fault Lines documentary
Los Angeles, CA
Episode: Another Take: How activists are fighting homelessness in Los Angeles
Sammy Sumpter
Individual interviewed for the documentary about encampments
Los Angeles, CA
Episode: Another Take: How activists are fighting homelessness in Los Angeles
May Bulman
Investigations Editor at Lighthouse Reports
Lighthouse Reports
Episode: Inside the billion-dollar business of getting a visa
Tama Leaver
Professor of internet studies, Curtin University
Curtin University
Episode: Another Take: Why is Australia trying to ban social media for children?

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Malika Bilal
Host of The Take
Kevin Hirten
Host of The Take

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
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    No boing sound behind a report about displaced Lebanese would be better. Five stars still!

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    United States23 days ago
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    Increasingly cast as “extremist” by the extremists is a delicious irony which proves that The Take is both balanced and informed.

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    Head4Heights
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 4 or 5 stars, excellent

    Podcast Addict
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    2 months ago
  • Urgent

    Appreciate your podcast and rely on it daily, can you please cover the trial of Majid Freeman ongoing in the UK right now, verdict due this week! Reach out to Cage international for the full story please - it’s about freedom of speech and persecution of an innocent Muslim - please cover it

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Critiques note perceived biases but acknowledge strong, vetted guests and rigorous questioning.

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Talking Points

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Inside Albania’s protests over Jared Kushner’s resort
Q: How have the protests evolved and what role did international media or personalities play?
Protests escalated as Kushner's involvement drew international attention; Ivanka Trump's public remarks and the media spotlight helped mobilize broader sympathy for the locals, complicating Rama's political calculus.
Inside Albania’s protests over Jared Kushner’s resort
Q: What are the main arguments the government is using to defend the project?
The government portrays the project as a much-needed economic boost and a magnet for tourism, arguing that strategic investor status could accelerate development with manageable costs and improved infrastructure.
Inside Albania’s protests over Jared Kushner’s resort
Q: Walk us through why President Donald Trump's son-in-law is backing a multi-billion-dollar development project.
Mitchell explains the context: Kushner leveraged connections from the Gulf and the Abraham Accords to mobilize a large investment fund, presenting the island project as a strategic opportunity while critics warn about environmental and governance risks.
Another Take: What can humanity do about heat waves?
Q: Why is this happening, and is last year's record heat an anomaly or part of a longer trend?
Rockström explains that the warming trend has been visible for decades, but the pace has accelerated recently due to a combination of natural variability (El Niño) and human-caused global warming, leading to more extreme heat events.
Why Lebanon remains caught up in the Israel-Iran conflict
Q: Where are you?
I'm in Beirut, in Lebanon, reporting from a city that feels the impact of the regional conflict on a daily basis.

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The program centers on international news and analysis through in-depth interviews with journalists, researchers, and people directly affected by major events. Episodes frequently tackle Middle East conflicts, global health and humanitarian issues, election dynamics, and investigative reporting, offering listeners nuanced context beyond headlines. Notable strengths include a consistent global perspective, use of on-the-ground reporting, and a mix of expert insights and human stories that illuminate how events unfold across borders. A distinguishing trait is the willingness to challenge dominant narratives by elevating underrepresented viewpoints, making it valuable for audiences seeking well-reasoned, evidence-based discussions on complex i... more

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1. Mitchell Prothero
2. Dmitry Medvedenko
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4. Mo Amer
5. Ashish Malhotra
6. Martha Escudero
7. Sammy Sumpter
8. May Bulman

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