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'This Is Palestine' is a podcast that highlights people, issues, and events around Palestine. We bring you stories from the ground in Palestine, and we speak with experts and activists to bring you unique perspectives and analysis about Palestine from across the world. This podcast is a project of the Institute for Middle East Understanding (IMEU).

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As Ramadan comes to an end, many Muslim Palestinians are bidding farewell to the holy month far from Al-Aqsa, in an atmosphere marked by grief and restriction, following Israel’s complete closure of the Al-Aqsa compound following the US/Israel attack... more

Two years ago, the world heard the voice of five-year-old Hind Rajab during her last phone call with the Palestine Red Crescent Society. Trapped in a car surrounded by Israeli tanks, Hind spoke to the dispatcher as she waited for help, alone, and sur... more

When Mohammad was 12 years old, he saw an Israeli soldier aiming at him. Seconds later, he shot Mohammad in the leg during the Great March of Return. The bullet severed the main nerve in Mohammad’s leg. For months, Israel denied Mohammad his right to... more

On February 3, Omar Shakir, Human Rights Watch’s Israel and Palestine Director, resigned in protest. In his resignation statement, Shakir said the organization’s new leadership blocked the publication of a report documenting Israel’s crimes against h... more

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Recent Guests

Mohammad Saleh
Subject and co-producer of the documentary 'Severed', who was shot by Israeli soldiers during protests in 2018.
Episode: Severed: Israel's Policy of Inflicting Disabilities in Gaza
Jen Marlowe
Filmmaker of the documentary 'Severed', who has been documenting Mohammad's story since he was injured.
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Episode: Severed: Israel's Policy of Inflicting Disabilities in Gaza
Omar Shakir
Former Israel and Palestine Director at Human Rights Watch
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Episode: Why Did Human Rights Watch Block the Right of Return Report?
Annemarie Jacir
Renowned Palestinian filmmaker and director of Palestine 36
Episode: Palestine 36: A Conversation with Annemarie Jacir
Sliman Mansour
Prominent Palestinian artist known for his vivid and powerful paintings that showcase Palestinian resistance and culture.
Episode: The politics of Art: An interview with Sliman Mansour.
Zaid Azhari
A researcher in cultural heritage and part of the Save Sebastia campaign.
Episode: How Israel Uses Archaeology to Steal Land
Adnan Barq
Palestinian digital creator who combines humor and storytelling.
Episode: Dark Humor in the Digital Space: A Conversation with Palestinian Creator Adnan Barq
Yaqeen Baker
A young Palestinian mother experiencing childbirth during ongoing genocide in Gaza.
Episode: Two Years of Genocide: Motherhood Under Fire in Gaza
Salwa Baker
Yaqeen's five-year-old daughter, who offers insight into her experiences of displacement and childhood in Gaza.
Episode: Two Years of Genocide: Motherhood Under Fire in Gaza

Host

Diana Buttu
Host and advocate for Palestinian rights, known for her work with the Institute for Middle East Understanding and her focus on the intersection of law and human rights.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 940 ratings
  • Thank you

    I can’t listen to these episode without sobbing, God Bless you for bringing the story to the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mcomen
    United States7 months ago
  • Necessary listening.

    Thank you, Diana. I greatly appreciate the stories you share.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sorex palustris
    Canada7 months ago
  • Beware

    In response to the other review here: “Anti Zionist” must not be conflated with antisemitic, this is a tool of fascism. Being pro human rights for ALL and anti apartheid is a virtue!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    birdbirdbirs
    United States9 months ago
  • An exceptional podcast

    Every human being in the world needs to follow your podcast. It will open their minds their soul their heart. No one could listen to this and not be changed and to want to Free Palestine forever and to hold Isreal accountable for their actions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tenaj-88
    Canada9 months ago
  • Beware

    These programs are designed to attract anti-Zionist listeners

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DT5F
    United Statesa year ago

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Overall, the podcast is appreciated as a powerful platform for underrepresented voices and urgent human rights discussions.
There are critiques from some who view the content as biased, reflecting a polarized reception amid the sensitive themes addressed.
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Severed: Israel's Policy of Inflicting Disabilities in Gaza
Q: How do you hope that this film, how do you hope that Severed can bear witness to what's happening in Gaza?
Jen hopes the film will spark collective engagement and mobilize action, connecting the dots between Palestine and disability justice.
Severed: Israel's Policy of Inflicting Disabilities in Gaza
Q: What message do you want to share with the world? What do you think people don't know or understand about Gaza?
Mohammad emphasizes that trust in the occupation's claims of ceasefires is unfounded, as Palestinians continue to suffer daily, with supplies not reaching Gaza.
Severed: Israel's Policy of Inflicting Disabilities in Gaza
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about what you remember from that period? Because you were 12, you weren't an adult, you were a child. Are there things that you remember about that?
Mohammad recalls realizing he was about to be shot and being left bleeding on the ground for half an hour without medical assistance.
Why Did Human Rights Watch Block the Right of Return Report?
Q: What does it tell you, Omar, if anything, about where Human Rights Watch is going?
Shakir raises serious concerns about the organization's fidelity to its core work and the impact of leadership decisions on human rights advocacy.
Why Did Human Rights Watch Block the Right of Return Report?
Q: Does it at all say anything to you about where human rights organizations are going, the politics, the intertwining between politics and human rights?
Shakir states that Human Rights Watch's suppression of the report indicates the political challenges human rights organizations face when addressing issues related to Palestine.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Is Palestine

What is This Is Palestine about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the multifaceted Palestinian experience, a wide range of episodes explore themes such as human rights, disability justice, and the intersection of art and politics. Recent discussions include personal narratives of individuals impacted by the ongoing conflict, critical analyses of international human rights organizations, and comprehensive explorations of historical events like the Nakba and the Palestinian Revolt. Unique perspectives from Palestinian filmmakers, artists, academics, and activists provide listeners with a profound understanding of the struggles and resilience of Palestinian communities. Audience engagement often emphasizes the urgency of these issues, making it a key resource for those seeking to grasp the comple... more

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1. Mohammad Saleh
2. Jen Marlowe
3. Omar Shakir
4. Annemarie Jacir
5. Sliman Mansour
6. Zaid Azhari
7. Adnan Barq
8. Yaqeen Baker

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