This week on The New Arab Voice, we speak with The New Arab's correspondent Will Christou ( @will_christou ) about the recent clashes in Beirut, and ask why they happened, and what it means going forward. And then, we explore the situation in Libya, ten years after the death of Muammar Gaddafi. We ask experts, what are the prospects for scheduled elections, what efforts are being made for state building, and will foreign mercenary forces ever leave the country. And finally, producer Rosie McCabe...
Oct 22, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 12
This week on The New Arab Voice, we examine the recent leak of the Pandora Papers with Diana Alghoul and explore the big names from the Middle East who have been mentioned. And then, Aisha Aldris looks at the Abraham Accords, one year on from the signing, and asks how relations between the UAE and Israel have changed, and what it means for the Palestinian cause. And finally, Nick McAlpin speaks with members of the Romani community in Turkey, and learns why music is such an important part of thei...
Oct 08, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 11
This week on The New Arab Voice we discuss Lebanon's new government with The New Arab's reporter in Beirut Will Christou. And then, Rosie McCabe discusses the hateful and discriminatory content that exists TikTok and asks, do they moderate this content effectively, or are extremist and far-right groups finding ways to break their Community Guidelines and evade punishment? And finally, Aisha Aldris speaks to our very own film critic Narjas Zatat who will be giving her thoughts on the award winnin...
Sep 24, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 10
This week on The New Arab Voice, we discuss the Taliban's first weeks in power, as Afghanistan's new government, with Narjas Zatat ( @Narjas_Zatat ). And then, we dive into Tunisia's politics and explore the recent moves by President Kais Saied. We ask what his power grab means, what the future holds for journalists and the freedom of the press, and how the country's youth, raised on the dreams of the revolution are viewing the president's actions. Featuring interviews with Riccardo Fabiani ( @r...
Sep 10, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 9
This week we discuss the crisis in Afghanistan with The New Arab's Kamal Afzali, and our US correspondent, Brooke Anderson. Then we explore the issues surrounding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, and ask what the future holds for the mega project, and who could benefit the most. And finally, we speak with leaders from the Mandaean community, to hear how their exodus has changed the religion, and how they are keeping traditions alive. This podcast is produced by Hugo Goodridge (@hugogoodridge...
Aug 27, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this weeks episode we survey the situation in Tunisia, and the commemorations in Beirut. Then, we explore human trafficking in the Middle East. We examine the how it is able to flourish, the lack of laws, and speak to the people that trying to put an end to the practise. We also look at the case of British women who were trafficked to Syria and Iraq by the Islamic State, and who have now been abandoned by the British government. And finally, we discuss Limbo, a new film about asylum seekers o...
Aug 06, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this weeks episode of The New Arab Voice, we start with a discussion about the recent revelations of Iranian plots to kidnap an American journalist and the ongoing protests happening in Khuzestan province. Then, we explore Lebanon's economic nightmare and ask how the country ended up in such a state and what the future holds for the country. And finally, we remember British-Libyan artist, calligrapher, activist, and writer, Ali Omar Ermes, who passed away last week. This podcast is produced b...
Jul 23, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this week's episode of The New Arab Voice, we discuss with Diana Alghoul (@SuperKnafeh) the death of Palestinian activist Nizar Banat, who was killed by the Palestinian Authority, and the growing protests against Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas. And then, we explore the story of the TikTok stars of Egypt who are facing lengthy prison sentences, for daring to create a following that the Egyptian state feels threatened by; featuring an interview with Rothna Begum (@Rothna_Begum), a senior w...
Jul 09, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Four years have passed since the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower that exposed the deep schisms in British society. Today, what is left of the tower stands as a reminder of the ever-growing inequality and class divide in Britain. In fact, some would argue it was precisely the issues of poverty and institutional racism that led to the fateful event which took the live of 72 people in Grenfell. The tower, although situated in one of the richest boroughs in London, also housed some of its most margina...
Jul 02, 2021•1 hr
In this week's episode of The New Arab Voice, we will start by covering Iran's presidential election. Then, we will dive into the profile of Israel’s new prime minister, Naftali Bennet, and what his leadership will mean for Palestine. Finally, we will continue celebrating pride month by speaking to the founder of Takweer, an online archive trying to reshape narratives surrounding the queer community in the Middle East. This podcast is produced by Gaia Caramazza and Hugo Goodridge. Music by Omar ...
Jun 25, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 4
On this episode of the The New Arab Voice we will start by looking at how a new parliamentary coalition is threatening Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership of Israel. Then, stay tuned to hear a report on why the upcoming Iranian elections will significantly change the political landscape of the country. Finally, we’ll be dedicating the last part of the show to pride month, and what it means for LGBTQIA+ Muslims to be celebrating queer history. This podcast is produced by Gaia Caramazza and Hugo Goodr...
Jun 11, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In our second episode of Season 2, we will be covering the latest news coming out of Palestine. Then, stay tuned to hear an in-depth report on the historical relationship between the US and Israel, and how this has been pivotal to the Israeli colonisation of Palestine. In our final segment, we sit down with two veteran activists who tell us about their work, and the difficulties surrounding campaigning for Palestine today. (Produced by Gaia Caramazza and Hugo Goodridge. Music by Omar al-Fil, @el...
May 28, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 2
From Sheikh Jarrah to strikes in Gaza, in our first episode of the second season of The New Arab Voice we will cover the latest escalations between Israel and Palestine. Then, on Saturday Palestinians around the world will remember the Nakba of 1948. We explore the legacy of this catastrophe and speak to experts about why it never really ended for the residents of the occupied territories. Finally, stay tuned to hear our interview with British Egyptian author Yousra Imran, who spoke about how he...
May 14, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 1
10 years ago this month, protesters took to the streetss broke out across Syria the country demanding an end to the rule of Bashar Al-Assad. Inspired by similar protests in Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria and across the region, Syrians sought a democratic and just society, free from oppression of the secret police and the rule of Assad family, who had controlled the country since the seventies. Over the next ten years, Syria was torn apart, with no part of the country or its society left untouched. In t...
Mar 22, 2021•39 min
Listen to the recorded live discussion on issues surrounding equal and transparent vaccine roll-out in the context of conflict, refugee crises and occupation. Speakers discussed the politics of vaccines and policy considerations for vaccine roll-out in MENA, prospects for conflict and emergency affected populations, and Israel’s refusal to vaccinate Palestinians living under its occupation. Speakers: Professor Fadi El-Jardali (PhD, MPH) is a recognized senior expert with extensive international ...
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Tune in for a special episode of The New Arab Voice, which revisits the widespread pro-democracy movement that drastically changed the face of the Middle East and North Africa. 10 years ago today, Tunisian fruit vendor Mohamed Bouazizi set himself on fire out of pure desperation, triggering the Arab Spring - a wave of anti-government protests that shook the region. We will speak to the individuals who were there 10 years ago, those who work to improve their country today, and others who answered...
Dec 18, 2020•58 min
Tune in for a special episode of The New Arab Voice, which revisits the widespread pro-democracy movement that drastically changed the face of the Middle East and North Africa. 10 years ago today, Tunisian fruit vendor Mohamed Bouazizi set himself on fire out of pure desperation, triggering the Arab Spring - a wave of anti-government protests that shook the region. We will speak to the individuals who were there 10 years ago, those who work to improve their country today, and others who answered...
Dec 17, 2020•32 min
On October 17, middle school teacher Samuel Paty was beheaded in the Parisian suburb of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine after showing cartoons of Islam’s Prophet Mohammed during a class on freedom of expression. Stay with us to hear about how this terror attack reopened all-too-familiar wounds in France. Then, Stay tuned to hear from one of Britain’s youngest imams on how he is tackling Islamophobia on social media. Finally, we’ll be speaking to highschool students Mena and Zena on why they decided to ...
Nov 27, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 26
After a long and tense election cycle, This week we’ll be tackling Arab and Muslim Americans’ instrumental roles in electing Democrat Joe Biden as president of the United States. Stay tuned to hear from Sirene Abou-Chakra, a volunteer for Arab Americans for Biden, and Abdullah Hammoud, a Democratic State Representative for Michigan’s 15th district. Read our special US politics coverage here Follow us on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram for more. (Produced by Gaia Caramazza and Danya Hajjaji. M...
Nov 13, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 19
A new poll from the Arab-American has found that 59% of Arab Americans say they’ll vote for Biden, and 35% for Trump. 74% view Biden favorably and 25% unfavorably; and more than 80% say they are very likely to vote. This has major implications in swing states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, Ohio and Florida, where Arab Americans comprise up to 5% of voters. The New Arab has reached out to Arab-American voters in these states and beyond to find out about the issues that matter most to them, and why ...
Oct 30, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 18
All eyes in America and the world are on the US presidential election this year. Incumbent President Donald Trump and the Democratic candidate former Vice-President Joe Biden represent two different visions for America but also its foreign policy. Amidst a climate of widespread disinformation, increasing polarization, a global pandemic and rising conflict and unrest, there is much at stake. The outcome of the election will not only have an impact on domestic issues but could potentially result i...
Oct 23, 2020•1 hr 27 min
In this episode of The New Arab Voice, we will cover the issue of accountability for Saudi Arabia two years on from the murder of Saudi Journalist Jamal Khashoggi, as well as the rallying of the gay community against an influencer armed with an Instagram account. October 2 marked two years since the gruesome murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi. A royal insider turned dissident, Khashoggi was lured into the Saudi consulate in Istanbul to handle marriage paperwork before he was killed withi...
Oct 09, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode, we examine the implications of the Bahrain-UAE-Israel normalisation deal and the aftermath of the fire that devastated the Moria refugee camp. Tune in as we analyze how Bahrain joined the United Arab Emirates in normalising relations with Israel last week. President Donald Trump warned of similar US-brokered deals with "five or six" other unknown Arab nations. With hundreds of Palestinians demonstrating against what they perceived to be Arab leaders selling out their quest for s...
Sep 25, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Disney's "Mulan" remake is facing fresh boycott calls after it emerged some of the blockbuster's scenes were filmed in China's Xinjiang, where widespread rights abuses against the region's Uighur Muslim population have been widely documented. The latest furore exploded as soon as the end credits rolled after the movie began showing on the Disney+ streaming platform last week. Viewers spotted that Disney included "special thanks" to eight government entities in Xinjiang -- including the public se...
Sep 11, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Listen to the recorded live discussion on the aftermath of the Beirut Explosion. For a video version, click here (Will redirect to YouTube). During the panel discussion, speakers mapped out the humanitarian and urban landscape post-blast and explored questions such as: Can community-led accountability and recovery help build back better? How does the local community create a community led relief effort as a continuation of their revolution and protest movement? How do we ensure that reconstructi...
Sep 04, 2020•54 min
For this episode, we’ll be examining the recent escalation of attacks by Iran-backed militias against anti-corruption activists in Iraq following the widespread anti-government protests that rocked the country last year. Anger and grief has resurfaced in Iraq in the past weeks, as the southern city of Basra experienced a pattern of killings of anti-corruption activists. On Aug. 20, prominent activist Reham Yacoub was gunned down inside a car by unidentified men carrying assault rifles on the bac...
Aug 28, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 17
This week, we’ll be examining the controversial peace deal between the United Arab Emirates and Israel, as well as the verdict on the 2005 assassination of former Lebanese prime minister Rafik Hariri. Tune in every Friday midday for our latest episodes Visit our website and follow us on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram for our compelling journalism from the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. This episode was hosted and produced by Danya Hajjaji. Music by Omar al-Fil @elepheel. To get in to...
Aug 21, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 16
This week, we tackle the aftermath of the massive explosion that shook Lebanon’s capital Beirut on August 4. The cataclysmic blast at Beirut’s port claimed the lives of at least 171 people and injured around 6,500 others. About half the city was left damaged or destroyed, with hundreds of thousands made homeless. As the explosion sank Beirut even further into the depths of Lebanon’s economic crisis, few will be able to afford to repair or rebuild their homes. The tragedy has revived anger at a p...
Aug 14, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Welcome to The New Arab Voice. Our podcast bringing you the most compelling stories and deep-dives from the Middle East, Africa, Asia and beyond. For this episode, we’ll be examining the significance of Joe Biden’s direct address to the Muslim American community, the forced sterilisation of Uighur Muslim women in China and the Me Too movement’s long-overdue arrival to Egypt. But first a tribute to Beirut: As Gaia and Danyah, The New Arab podcast team, were finalizing this episode, a colossal bla...
Aug 07, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Listen to the recorded live discussion on how the #BlackLivesMatter movement is shining a light on global racism and police brutality beyond American cities, from London to Jerusalem The murder of George Floyd, an unarmed African-American man, by police in Minneapolis, USA propelled the Black Lives Matter movement to global headlines. Mass protests in the US have since forced an urgent reckoning about systemic racism and police brutality. Beyond the US, many are interrogating the same issues in ...
Jul 10, 2020•1 hr 10 min
