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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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While the world witnessed Israel’s genocide in Gaza, another war has been unfolding inside Israeli prisons. Thousands of Palestinian prisoners, including women and hundreds of children, are held under brutal conditions, many without charge or trial. ... more

Two years into Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza, the destruction has reached unimaginable levels. Starvation, disease, and systematic attacks on hospitals have turned survival itself into resistance. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Tarek Loubani,... more

Sayfollah, a 20-year-old Palestinian-American from Florida, came to Palestine to visit his family, not knowing it would be his last trip home. On July 11, 2025, he was brutally beaten to death by Israeli settlers in the town of Sinjil, near Ramallah.... more

Following their moral compass, student activists at Columbia demanded an end to the genocide in Gaza and called for a ceasefire. The response? Intimidation, suspensions, wrongful arrests, and, in Mahmoud’s case, being illegally detained by ICE and th... more

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Nadia Daqqa
Prominent Palestinian prisoners' rights lawyer
Episode: Instead of Replicating the Barbarism of the Enemy, You Chose to Be Exceptional: The Hidden Reality Inside Israel’s Prisons
Mahmoud Khalil
Palestinian human rights activist and Columbia University student
Columbia University
Episode: A Conversation with Mahmoud Khalil: Student Activism in the US and the Palestinian Struggle for Freedom
Yara Eid
A Palestinian journalist and human rights activist from Gaza currently based in London.
Amnesty International
Episode: Voices from Gaza: Journalist Yara Eid on War, Media, and Memory
Dr. Emzat Showa
Prominent Palestinian humanitarian and human rights leader, director of the Palestinian non-governmental organization network Pingo.
Pingo
Episode: How Israel Uses Starvation as a Weapon in Gaza
Hanel Matoun
Co-founder of the Gaza Soup Kitchen, a grassroots initiative providing food to Palestinians at risk of starvation.
Gaza Soup Kitchen
Episode: How Israel Uses Starvation as a Weapon in Gaza
Victoria Kishy
Survivor of the Nakba, recalls her family’s displacement story
Episode: 77 years later: Survival Stories from the 1948 Nakba
Dalia Hatuqa
A Palestinian journalist based in Amman and in the West Bank, focusing on Palestinian political and human rights issues and US foreign policy.
Episode: World Press Freedom Day: Palestinian Voices Under Fire
Munther Abed
Sole survivor of the attack and volunteer paramedic since 2015
Palestinian Red Crescent Society
Episode: The Rafah Paramedic Massacre: How Israel Executed Gaza’s Humanitarian Workers
Nibel Farzakh
Spokesperson for the Palestinian Red Crescent Society
Palestinian Red Crescent Society
Episode: The Rafah Paramedic Massacre: How Israel Executed Gaza’s Humanitarian Workers

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Diana Buttu
Host of This Is Palestine
Deanna Butu
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Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 927 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 States2 months ago
  • Necessary listening.

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sorex palustris
    Canada3 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 States5 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
    Canada5 months ago
  • Beware

    These programs are designed to attract anti-Zionist listeners

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DT5F
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners express deep emotional connections, often leaving with a sense of understanding and urgency regarding Palestinian issues.
The content is generally viewed as eye-opening and essential for grasping the current humanitarian crises in Palestine.
Overall, the podcast is considered a vital platform for underrepresented Palestinian voices and experiences.
Many commend the focus on personal narratives, highlighting their importance in humanizing the ongoing conflict.
Some critique the podcast for perceived biases, indicating that it primarily attracts listeners sympathetic to the Palestinian cause.

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Instead of Replicating the Barbarism of the Enemy, You Chose to Be Exceptional: The Hidden Reality Inside Israel’s Prisons
Q: What do you expect that we're going to see from the 1,700 who are going to be released?
Nadia expresses concern that the situation for detainees who will remain in prison may not change significantly after the war, expecting ongoing abuse.
Instead of Replicating the Barbarism of the Enemy, You Chose to Be Exceptional: The Hidden Reality Inside Israel’s Prisons
Q: How did you manage to get to see the prisoners from Gaza?
Nadia describes her complex experiences with the Israeli judicial system and persistent efforts to gain access to prisoners which involved months of petitions to the Supreme Court.
Israel’s Genocide in Gaza: Two Years Through a Doctor’s Eyes
Q: Do the hospitals have what they need in terms of medicine, in terms of supplies, in terms of equipment?
Dr. Loubani states that they are experiencing a stockout of essential medications and are redefining how they deliver medical care.
Israel’s Genocide in Gaza: Two Years Through a Doctor’s Eyes
Q: So tell me, tell us more, tell us what's going on in Gaza?
Dr. Loubani provides insight into the ongoing crisis highlighting starvation, health care challenges, and the impact of constant bombings.
A Conversation with Mahmoud Khalil: Student Activism in the US and the Palestinian Struggle for Freedom
Q: What's next for you?
I'm focusing on my family while continuing my advocacy against the genocide and for Palestinian self-determination, though I'm uncertain about my next steps.

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

The content centers on the experiences and narratives related to Palestine, often shining a light on human rights issues, the ongoing conflict, and personal stories from those affected. Episodes frequently feature activists, journalists, and scholars who provide insights into resistance movements, the humanitarian crisis, and the impact of political actions on Palestinian lives. Topics cover a wide range from historical events like the Nakba to contemporary issues such as military actions and the fight for Palestinian rights, making it a crucial platform for understanding the complexities of this geopolitical landscape. Notable features include first-hand accounts, emotional storytelling, and a commitment to amplifying voices often marginal... more

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1. Nadia Daqqa
2. Mahmoud Khalil
3. Yara Eid
4. Dr. Emzat Showa
5. Hanel Matoun
6. Victoria Kishy
7. Dalia Hatuqa
8. Munther Abed

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