The conversation around US President Joe Biden among Democrats has been nonstop since the first debate with his opponent, Donald Trump. Will he step down? And if he does, how much would it change the course of the Democratic party? In this episode: Ali Harb ( @Harbpeace ), Al Jazeera English Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders and Duha Mosaad, with Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, Veronique Eshaya, and our host Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead ...
Jul 09, 2024•19 min•Ep. 931
A wave of anti-Syrian violence in Turkey has resulted in unprecedented retaliatory protests and attacks on Turkish military bases in northwestern Syria. At the same time, Turkey is seeking to normalize relations with the government of Syrian president Bashar al-Assad. What does it mean for millions of Syrians in Turkey? In this episode: Sinem Köseoğlu ( @sinemkoseoglu ), Al Jazeera Turkey Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Chloe K. Li, and Sonia Bhagat ...
Jul 08, 2024•18 min•Ep. 930
As Israel’s war on Gaza continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Israeli attacks in Gaza continued amidst reports of possible progress in ceasefire talks. The director of Al Shifa Hospital was released from Israeli prison. The Israeli government approved the appropriation of more land in the occupied West Bank. It is day 275 of the war. At least 38,150 Palestinians in Gaza have been killed. In this episode: Mohammad Jamjoom, ( @MIJamjoom ), Al Jazeera Senior Co...
Jul 07, 2024•6 min•Ep. 929
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on June 2, 2023. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. On May 15, 2023, there was a clear winner in Thailand’s election – the Move Forward party came through with three times the vote of the leading government party. The people of Thailand, led by the youth, came out in a move against the ruling elite. But to claim power, Move Forward must also win a vote in Thailand’s senate, a...
Jul 06, 2024•21 min•Ep. 928
Locals are fighting to reclaim their city from tourism in a mass demonstration in Barcelona on July 6. The tourism boom has impacted local life, housing, and culture, pushing the city to the brink. In this episode: Carme Arcarazo ( @carmearcarazo ), Speaker of Barcelona’s tenant union ( @sindicatlloguer ), housing researcher at La Hidra Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, with Amy Walters, Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, Manahil Naveed, Veronique Eshaya, Ashish Malhotra, Du...
Jul 05, 2024•24 min•Ep. 927
The Keir Starmer-led Labour Party appears set to win its first UK election in 14 years. But can it capitalize on its gains once it takes the reins? In this episode: Anealla Safdar ( @anealla ), Al Jazeera English Europe Editor Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Ashish Malhotra, Duha Mosaad, and Marcos Bartolome with Amy Walters, Chloe K. Li, Manahil Naveed, Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, Veronique Eshaya, and our host Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead ...
Jul 04, 2024•16 min•Ep. 926
Thousands of people were imprisoned for years without charge or trial by the United States during its so-called “war on terror”. Moazzam Begg was one of them. For the first time since he was detained more than 20 years ago, Begg returns with Al Jazeera to the Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, where he witnessed terrible abuses that continue to haunt him. In this episode: Moazzam Begg ( @Moazzam_Begg ), Former Bagram and Guantanamo Detainee Episode credits: This episode was produced by Miranda Lin ...
Jul 03, 2024•20 min•Ep. 925
Iranians are voting for a new president – but the first round of the election saw the lowest voter turnout in the country’s history. Will more people turn out on Friday for the final round of the vote, or will this trend continue? And why has turnout been so low? In this episode: Maziar Motamedi ( @MotamediMaziar ), Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, Duha Mossad and Marcos Bartolomé. With Amy Walters, Manahil Naveed, Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, Veronique Eshaya,...
Jul 02, 2024•15 min•Ep. 924
The first US presidential debate of 2024 left many watchers wondering about the state of debate and democracy in the United States. We hear debating lessons from students who still believe the skill is essential to keeping democracy alive. In this episode: K.M. DiColandrea, ( @dico_nyc) Founder and Executive Director, Brooklyn Debate League Jonathan Conyers, ( @iamjonconyers ) Debate Coach and former Student Debater Gabrielle Lewis, Student Debater Madison Wheeler, Student Debater Karl McGhie, S...
Jul 01, 2024•20 min•Ep. 923
As Israel’s war on Gaza continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Israel's Prime Minister said operations in Gaza would become less intense as its military once more attacked Palestinians sheltering in tents. Uncollected garbage in Gaza is a major health threat. It is day 268 of the war. At least 37,800 Palestinians in Gaza have been killed. In this episode: Akram Al Satarri, Journalist in Gaza Mahmoud Alshawa, Journalist in Gaza Hamdah Salhut, ( @hamdahsalhut )...
Jun 30, 2024•6 min•Ep. 922
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on January 26, 2022. None of the dates or references from that time have been changed. Julian Assange has waged a long fight against extradition from the UK to the US, and after years, a final decision is imminent. But when UN Special Rapporteur on Torture Nils Melzer was asked to look into his case in 2018, he found himself surprisingly uninterested. One allegation after another had come to cloud the narrative of Assang...
Jun 29, 2024•24 min•Ep. 921
Argentina’s lower legislative house is set to approve President Javier Milei’s package of economic reforms. Despite signs of economic improvement on the macro level, the consequences of Milei’s spending cuts for the average person have been profound. How have everyday Argentinians been faring under Javier Milei? In this episode: Teresa Bo ( @TeresaBo ), Al Jazeera correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Chloe K. Li, and Sonia Bhagat with Amy Walters, Duha Mo...
Jun 28, 2024•17 min•Ep. 920
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country is ending the “intense” phase of the war on Gaza and signals a shift of focus to the simmering conflict on the country's northern border with Lebanon. So, what will this mean on the ground? In this episode: Daniel Levy, President of the US/Middle East Project and a former Israeli peace negotiator Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili, Ashish Malhotra, and Sonia Bhagat, with Amy Walters, Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, D...
Jun 26, 2024•18 min•Ep. 919
Protesters stormed the Parliament of Kenya on Tuesday as gunshots rang out in the capital, and at least five people were killed. The violence erupted over a new bill to increase taxes. According to protesters, it could have a devastating effect on many Kenyans' lives. What ignited these protests, and why are young people leading them? In this episode: Zein Basravi ( @virtualzein ), Al Jazeera Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker and Chloe K. Li with Mohamed Z...
Jun 25, 2024•16 min•Ep. 918
Following a European Union election victory for France’s far right, French President Emmanuel Macron decided to dissolve parliament. Now, France is facing a snap election, and voting begins June 30th. With the far-right National Rally projected to win, what will the future of France look like? In this episode: Tristan Redman ( @TristanAJE ), Al Jazeera Senior Producer and host of the award-winning investigative podcast ” Ghost Story ” Episode credits: This episode was produced by David Enders, a...
Jun 25, 2024•18 min•Ep. 917
When Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva took office more than a year ago, he pledged to end deforestation in the Amazon by 2030. He’s on the right track: Last year, the forest shrank 50% less than in 2022. But the clock is ticking. Will Lula manage to keep his word? The world’s largest tropical rainforest is at stake. In this episode: Constance Malleret ( @Constancemlrt ), Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, Chloe K. Li and Manahil Naveed with Mo...
Jun 24, 2024•22 min•Ep. 916
As Israel’s war on Gaza continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Israel's military said it would slow operations in Gaza but didn't. Israel is holding Palestinian prisoners in Guantanamo Bay-like conditions. Hezbollah demonstrated its capability to evade Israeli air defenses. It is day 261 of the war. At least 37,550 Palestinians in Gaza have been killed. In this episode: Akram Al Satarri, Journalist in Gaza Hamdah Salhut, ( @hamdahsalhut ), Al Jazeera Correspo...
Jun 23, 2024•6 min•Ep. 915
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on Oct 31, 2023. None of the dates or references from that time have been changed. Since Hamas launched a surprise assault against Israel on October 7th, Lebanon’s Hezbollah militia and Israel have been regularly exchanging fire across the border. So, could mounting tensions between them start yet another war, and what might that mean for Lebanon? In this episode: Zeina Khodr ( @ZeinakhodrAljaz ), Al Jazeera Senior Corre...
Jun 22, 2024•21 min•Ep. 914
Israeli settlers are routinely attacking aid trucks on their way into Gaza. One Israeli human rights lawyer has made it her mission to stand in their way. In this episode: Sapir Sluzker Amran ( @Sapir_SLAM ), Human Rights Lawyer Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Khaled Soltan, Sarí el-Khalili and Sonia Bhagat, with Amy Walters, Manahil Naveed, Duha Mossad, Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, and our host, Natasha del Toro, in for Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Rolda...
Jun 21, 2024•19 min•Ep. 913
A sprawling new investigation documents systemic police abuse against Black people migrating to Europe - all with the backing of a not-so-silent partner, the European Union. In this episode: Beatriz Ramalho da Silva (@bearamalhosilva), Investigative journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, Duha Mossad, and Kevin Hirten, in for Malika Bilal. This episode was edited by Alexandra Locke. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead of audience development and engagem...
Jun 20, 2024•23 min•Ep. 912
Meta’s controversial plan to train AI on social media posts is now paused in Europe following a public backlash. Some users are complaining that what they put on Facebook and other social media is being used without their permission - and asking why it is so hard to opt-out. In this episode: Luca Bertuzzi ( @BertuzLuca ), Senior AI Correspondent at MLex Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili, Tamara Khandaker and Sonia Bhagat, with Chloe K. Li, Khaled Soltan, Mohammed Zain...
Jun 19, 2024•17 min•Ep. 911
United Nations officials warn of the possibility of a wider war as fighting intensifies along Lebanon’s southern border with Israel. Each side says it is responding to attacks by the other, but could the situation spin out of control? And what does that mean for the people who live there? In this episode: Ali Hashem ( @alihashem_tv ), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Khaled Soltan, David Enders and Ashish Malhotra with Chloe K Li, Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan an...
Jun 18, 2024•15 min•Ep. 910
World leaders have left the G7 summit, some to return to political turmoil at home. A far-right landslide in the European Parliament has created new political calculus. What was achieved at the G7 – and what do world leaders face? In this episode: Virginia Pietromarchi ( @vpietromarchi ), Al Jazeera Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Chloe K. Li, Tamara Khandaker, and Sonia Bhagat with Duha Mossad, Ashish Malhotra, Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, and our host Malika Bilal. The Ta...
Jun 17, 2024•19 min•Ep. 909
As Israel’s war on Gaza continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Ten Israeli soldiers died on Saturday. Refugees in Gaza weathered another heat wave. Ceasefire negotiations appear to have reached an impasse. Ceasefire negotiations appear to have reached an impasse. Today is Sunday, June 16. It is day 254 of the war. At least 37,000 Palestinians in Gaza have been killed. In this episode: Akram Al Satarri, Freelance journalist Imran Khan, ( @ajimran ), Al Jazeera...
Jun 16, 2024•6 min•Ep. 908
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on May 26, 2023. None of the dates or references from that time have been changed. Three Valencia fans have been sentenced to eight months in prison after pleading guilty to racially insulting Real Madrid football player Vinícius Júnior. In May 2023, the fans were filmed chanting the racial epithet “monkey” at the Afro-Brazilian player after an altercation on the pitch. In this episode: Moha Gerehou ( @MohaGerehou ) Jour...
Jun 15, 2024•22 min•Ep. 907
In an exclusive interview with Al Jazeera, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken blamed Hamas for the ceasefire deadlock in Gaza, stating Israel accepted the US proposal. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue the war until Hamas is destroyed, leaving the proposal in limbo and the blame game ongoing. In this episode: Daniel Levy, President of the US / Middle East Project and a Former Israeli Peace Negotiator Episode credits: This episode was produced by Amy Walters and Sarí el-Khalil...
Jun 13, 2024•19 min•Ep. 906
It's still spring in parts of the Northern Hemisphere, but the world faces scorching hot temperatures. Summer heat has arrived early, setting records, claiming lives, and expected to get worse. Who's responsible and what should be done about it? In this episode: Johan Rockström (@jrockstrom) , Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research Jeff Goodell (@jeffgoodell) , Author of “The Heat Will Kill You First” Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili and Khaled...
Jun 13, 2024•18 min•Ep. 905
Whenever India and Pakistan meet in cricket, it's one of the world’s most-watched sports events. This past weekend, we headed to a highly anticipated T20 match, played on neutral ground in New York, to capture one of the world’s biggest sporting rivalries. Episode credits: This episode was produced by Ashish Malhotra, Tabish Talib, and Tamara Khandaker, with Chloe K. Li, and our host, Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik...
Jun 12, 2024•16 min•Ep. 904
An Israeli raid on Nuseirat camp in central Gaza to rescue four captives killed hundreds of Palestinians. Alongside the celebrations in Israel and abroad for the captives’ return, Palestinian doctors described the scenes inside the nearby Al-Aqsa Hospital as a “complete bloodbath.” In this episode: Hind Khoudary (@Hind_Gaza) , Journalist Sara Khairat ( @sarakhairat ), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Khaled Soltan and Sarí el-Khalili, with Duha Mosaad, Chloe...
Jun 11, 2024•16 min•Ep. 903
Stories are spreading from the front lines about lack of basic training for Ukrainian troops sent into battle. This is just one of the challenges Ukraine faces as it tries to address a critical shortage of soldiers amid a Russian offensive. In this episode: Mansur Mirovalev ( @mirovalev ), freelance journalist covering Ukraine for Al Jazeera Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, with Marcos Bartolomé, Sarí el-Khalili, and our host, Malika Bilal. The Take production team...
Jun 10, 2024•19 min•Ep. 902
