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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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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 Israelis, Pa... more

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In light of the recent passage of a bill in Missouri codifying the IHRA definition of antisemitism for K-12 schools and college campuses, in addition to similar efforts in several other stage legislatures, we are reposting an interview c... more

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Paul Pillar discusses the multiple obstacles facing Phase 2 of the Gaza Peace Plan and prospects for the U.S.-Iran talks now underway even as U.S. forces are poised to attack Iran. A 28-year veteran of the CIA, Pillar is a non-resident f... more

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Overcoming the Structures of Erasure and the Semantics of Genocidal Management with Aseel AlBajeh

"How do we talk about a reality that is being systematically erased in real-time?"

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Recent Guests

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
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
Josh Paul
Co-founder of A New Policy and former State Department official
A New Policy
Episode: A New Policy for the United States in Israel and Palestine
Ahmad Abuznaid
Executive Director of the US Campaign for Palestinian Rights
U.S. Campaign for Palestinian Rights
Episode: The Pro-Palestine Movement in the United States Today
Seth Abramson
American professor, attorney, author, and political columnist
Author of the proof trilogy
Episode: Understanding Israel Palestine: Beyond the Walls – The Oligarchs, The Spies, and The Grand Bargain that Sold Out the Palestinians and the United States
Richard Silverstein
Writer of the Takkun Olam blog devoted to exposing the excesses of the Israeli national security state.
Episode: Understanding Israel Palestine: Beyond the Walls – The Oligarchs, The Spies, and The Grand Bargain that Sold Out the Palestinians and the United States
Milena Ansari
Israel and Palestine Assistant Researcher at Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch
Episode: “All My Dreams Have Been Erased:” Israel’s Forced Displacement of Palestinians in the West Bank

Hosts

Margo Patterson
Producer of episodes, contributing to the development of dialogue surrounding Israel-Palestine issues.
Jeremy Rothe-Kushel
Host with a focus on complex discussions and interviews regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict and related geopolitical matters.
Eamon Hornseth
Co-host involved in the exploration of humanitarian issues affecting Palestine, through in-depth dialogues with various witnesses and activists.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 127 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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Overall, the podcast is praised for its educational value, presenting complex subjects in an accessible manner.
Some reviews express that the content can be challenging, yet rewarding for those seeking more depth on the issues.
Critics suggest that the podcast can display a bias towards Palestinian narratives, but this viewpoint reinforces the importance of diverse perspectives.
The podcast provides a critical lens on the Israel-Palestine conflict, offering insightful and often neglected perspectives.
Listeners appreciate the variety of guests, highlighting voices that are commonly underrepresented in mainstream media.

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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.
Overcoming the Structures of Erasure and the Semantics of Genocidal Management with Aseel AlBajeh
Q: What is the deceptive work that terms like the so-called peace plan are doing?
Aseel explains that these terms mask the reality of ongoing oppression and frame Palestinians as rejecting peace offers, obscuring the colonial violence present.
Overcoming the Structures of Erasure and the Semantics of Genocidal Management with Aseel AlBajeh
Q: Can you talk about why the Palestine Institute for Public Diplomacy created this tool at this time?
Aseel highlights the urgent need for a manual that communicates Palestine ethically and grounded in Palestinian voices due to rising suppression and distortion of their narratives.

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A distinct platform that engages with the complexities surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict, featuring voices that represent a range of perspectives on contentious and critical issues. Conversations frequent topics such as Israeli settlements, human rights violations, and the geopolitical implications of U.S. foreign policy, while frequently critiquing mainstream narratives. Noteworthy for its inclusion of grassroots activists, academics, and journalists, this podcast serves as an educational touchpoint for listeners seeking a nuanced understanding of ongoing conflicts, societal challenges, and humanitarian crises affecting the region.

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1. Aseel AlBajeh
2. Jen Marlow
3. Rasha Abouselem
4. Jeffrey Blankfort
5. Josh Paul
6. Ahmad Abuznaid
7. Seth Abramson
8. Richard Silverstein

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