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Understanding Israel Palestine

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Understanding Israel/Palestine advocates for a fair and even-handed U.S. foreign policy that recognizes the rights of both Palestinians and Israelis. The program offers multiple perspectives through interviews with journalists, scholars, policy experts and activists to clarify the underlying issues that are often obscured by mainstream media.

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Journalist, author, academic and editor of the news site The Palestine Chronicle, Ramzy Baroud discusses the connections between the Israeli-U.S. war on Iran, Israel's war in Lebanon and Israeli actions in the Occupied West Bank and... more

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As the devastation in Gaza threatens to be spilled over into a full-scale annihilation of Beirut, the Middle East crossed a Rubicon the morning this episode was recorded. With Israel’s sudden announcement of high-level assassination... more

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Civilian casualties continue to climb in the region, especially in Iran and Lebanon, as the US and Israel intensify their assault on Iran. Iran retaliates by using its array of drones and missiles to hit US and Israeli military targ... more

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Mai Shaheen is a Palestinian peace activist and therapist who uses nonviolent communication in her work with victims of trauma.  In a conversation both frank and inspirational, she talks  about how nonviolent dialogue brings Israeli... more

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Recent Guests

Annelle Sheline
research fellow in the Middle East program at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: War Escalates as Energy Prices Climb
Mai Shaheen
Palestinian therapist and activist specializing in nonviolent communication and trauma therapy
Satyam Homeland Peace Center; Combatants for Peace
Episode: Building Hope with Nonviolent Communication and Action
Lara Friedman
President of the Foundation for Middle East Peace
Foundation for Middle East Peace
Episode: Antisemitism Bills Proposed in Several State Legislatures
Paul Pillar
Non-resident fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, former CIA officer, author
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: The Unlikely Future of the Gaza Peace Plan; What U.S.-Iran Talks Require for Success
Aseel AlBajeh
Advocacy officer at the Palestine Institute for Public Diplomacy, legal researcher turned advocacy strategist.
Palestine Institute for Public Diplomacy
Episode: Overcoming the Structures of Erasure and the Semantics of Genocidal Management with Aseel AlBajeh
Alex McDonald
A researcher, co-founder of the Texas Coalition for Human Rights, and an educator working to correct historical narratives in US instructional materials.
Texas Coalition for Human Rights
Episode: Beyond the Language of the Israel-Palestine 'Conflict' and the Unconscious Grammar of Genocidal Consent
Jen Marlow
Author, documentary filmmaker, playwright, journalist, and human rights and social justice activist
Episode: Injured Gazans Struggle to Leave as Rafah Crossing Opens
Rasha Abouselem
A humanitarian aid worker with extensive experience in refugee camps around the world.
Episode: On the Ground in Gaza: An Aid Worker Describes Continuing Violence and Fear
Jeffrey Blankfort
Jewish American journalist, radio producer, and photographer who has been active in the Palestinian human rights movement since 1970.
Episode: Understanding Israel Palestine: Beyond the Walls — “Blowing the whistle on ADL spying for Israel in bed with apartheid South Africa against U.S. civil society” with Jeffrey Blankfort

Hosts

Margot Patterson
Producer associated with the episode lineup, often coordinating content and guests.
Jeremy Rothe-Kushel
Host coordinating interviews and guiding discussions with guests.
Eamon Hormseth
Co-host facilitating conversations and providing context.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • Excellent

    A wonderful insight into learning about the Middle East

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Solok89
    United Statesa year ago
  • Christian Zionism

    Love the piece on Christian Zionism, hope more people are getting informed about the truth of what’s happening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cool ZooL
    United Statesa year ago
  • Smart Context

    This show is a must-listen for serious observers of the conflict in Palestine. The guests are selected from broad perspectives and get straight to the point, and the interviewer is thoughtful and experienced.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theworkzone
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Conversations with Voices Unheard

    Deep dive into understanding the politics associated with Israel and Palestine. Great insight from voices unheard studying and experiencing the current state of Palestine under military occupation. Let’s get into it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannah WO
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent range of guests

    The hosts find people ignored by the mainstream media advocating for peace and justice. I particularly liked the episode on the fall of Assad and appreciate the guests’ commitment to human rights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    شو اكتب هون
    United Statesa year ago

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

War Escalates as Energy Prices Climb
Q: Could you just give us a little background on the Hague Group and what their aims are?
The Hague Group consists of global south countries formed to uphold international law following the ICJ ruling on Palestinian self-determination; they convened in Bogota and at UNGA with growing participation, signaling urgency about accountability and legality in the face of US-Israeli actions.
Antisemitism Bills Proposed in Several State Legislatures
Q: Lara, could you walk us through what a person should know about the IHRA working definition? What does the IHRA purport to do? What groups support it and why?
The IHRA working definition began as a learning tool and a non-binding framework to understand how anti-Semitism can appear; its supporters argue it clarifies a murky term and helps protect Jewish students, while critics warn it is being used to suppress legitimate critique of Israel and Palestine and to chill free speech on campuses and in public discourse.
The Unlikely Future of the Gaza Peace Plan; What U.S.-Iran Talks Require for Success
Q: Is there a coherent US policy when it comes to Iran?
No, the US lacks a coherent policy regarding Iran, especially given the shifting rationales for military action.
The Unlikely Future of the Gaza Peace Plan; What U.S.-Iran Talks Require for Success
Q: Did the Trump administration make any serious effort to get Israel to comply with the ceasefire terms it had agreed to?
No, there has not been a serious effort from the Trump administration to pressure Israel regarding the ceasefire terms as attention has shifted to other issues.
Overcoming the Structures of Erasure and the Semantics of Genocidal Management with Aseel AlBajeh
Q: How does the Communicating Palestine Guide help us escape the trap of the terrorism narrative?
The guide advises against using the term terrorism defensively and encourages reframing discussions to focus on the systemic violence enacted by colonial powers.

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What is Understanding Israel Palestine about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on Israel-Palestine policy, humanitarian crises, and U.S. foreign policy, often featuring policy researchers, journalists, and advocates who critique mainstream narratives and push for perspectives that center Palestinian rights alongside Israeli security concerns. Episodes frequently probe the language used to describe the conflict, critique U.S. policy, and spotlight on-the-ground humanitarian realities, from Gaza to the West Bank, while examining the role of media, lobbying, and international law in shaping public understanding. A standout pattern is hosting rigorously sourced guests who bring historical context, rights-based analysis, and advocacy experience, making it a valuable resource for listeners who ... more

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2. Mai Shaheen
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4. Paul Pillar
5. Aseel AlBajeh
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7. Jen Marlow
8. Rasha Abouselem

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