Donald Trump is back. The former US president secured a decisive victory in Tuesday night’s election, and will take back the White House in January. Many believed support from women for Kamala Harris over issues like reproductive rights could decide the election in her favor. So what happened? And what does Trump’s comeback mean for women’s rights in the US? In this episode: Errin Haines ( @errinhaines ), Editor-At-Large, The 19th* Episode credits: This episode was produced by Ashish Malhotra, S...
Nov 07, 2024•21 min•Ep. 1050
With votes still being counted in the US election, the race isn't over. Both the Harris and Trump camps are preparing for possible legal battles, from ballot certification issues to potential cases before the Supreme Court. Americans have cast their votes – will the legal system ensure every ballot is counted? In this episode: Amir Badat ( @AmirBadat ), Manager of Black Voters on the Rise and Special Counsel at Legal Defense Fund, NAACP Episode credits: This episode was produced by Amy Walters, ...
Nov 06, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1049
In the US election, seven battleground states could swing the contest toward Donald Trump or Kamala Harris. Voters in these states have faced a barrage of outreach and campaign visits. We hear from a panel of local journalists taking the pulse of their communities on the calculus of voters they’ve been talking to and the issues that matter most. In this episode: Ruth Conniff ( @rconniff ), Editor-in-Chief, Wisconsin Examiner George Chidi ( @neonflag ), Politics and Democracy Reporter, The Guardi...
Nov 05, 2024•29 min•Ep. 1048
Arab and Muslim Americans in the state of Michigan are grappling with a critical choice this election. Nearly 400,000 Arab Americans in the state were instrumental in delivering Michigan to elect Joe Biden in 2020. This time, however, many feel betrayed by his administration’s support for Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon. With candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris running neck and neck in Michigan, what stance will these voters take? In this episode: Ali Harb ( @Harbpeace ), Al Jazeera Jour...
Nov 04, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1047
As Israel’s war on Gaza and Lebanon continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Israel's parliament voted to shut down UNRWA. Israel continued widespread attacks in Lebanon. U. S. presidential candidates wrapped up their campaigns. It is day 394 of the war in Gaza, where at least 43,259 Palestinians have been killed. There is one day until the US presidential election. In this episode: Hind Al Khoudary, ( @Hind_Gaza ) Al Jazeera Correspondent Zeina Khodr, ( @Zeina...
Nov 03, 2024•6 min•Ep. 1046
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on October 20, 2020. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. From ballots and deadlines to envelopes and polling places, if it's part of the US election, there's probably a lawsuit about it. This is the most litigated election in US history, and decisions that could swing the result will come down to the nine unelected members of the Supreme Court. A newly appointed conservative j...
Nov 02, 2024•27 min•Ep. 1045
Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein is polling at 2% nationally, drawing attention from US voters as the ‘anti-genocide’ candidate for her opposition to US support for Israel. Her opponents in the Democratic Party label her a “spoiler” in key swing states. So what is she trying to achieve – and what does her candidacy say about the state of US democracy? In this episode: Jill Stein ( @DrJillStein ), Green Party Presidential Candidate Episode credits: This episode was produced by Ashish...
Nov 01, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1044
With 10,000 North Korean troops reportedly training in Russia, the stakes of the Ukraine war have reached new heights. As the war grinds on, what could this influx of reinforcements for Russia mean not only for the battlefield, but also for the delicate balance of power in the Indo-Pacific — and what does North Korea stand to gain from a strengthening alliance with Moscow? In this episode: Zoran Kusovac ( @zkusovac ), Security Analyst Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolom...
Oct 31, 2024•19 min•Ep. 1043
A joke at a Donald Trump rally has brought Puerto Ricans in the swing state of Pennsylvania into the spotlight. While Puerto Ricans on the island, a US commonwealth, cannot vote, on the mainland, could they change the course of the US election? In this episode: Victor Martinez ( @victor_vj_martinez ), Host, El Relajo de la Mañana Episode credits: This episode was produced by Amy Walters, Tamara Khandaker, and Chloe K Li, with Duha Mosaad, Hagir Saleh, Cole van Miltenburg, and our host, Natasha D...
Oct 30, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1042
Israel has accused six of Al Jazeera’s reporters in Gaza of being operatives for Hamas and Islamic Jihad - allegations the network condemned as fabricated. We look at Al Jazeera’s fight to report from Gaza, the dangers its journalists face, and the broader implications of Israel’s efforts to keep international media out of the Strip. In this episode: Mohamed Moawad ( @moawady ), Managing Editor of Al Jazeera Arabic Episode credits: This episode was produced by Ashish Malhotra, Sonia Bhagat, Tama...
Oct 29, 2024•21 min•Ep. 1041
Israeli forces launched strikes on military targets across Iran early Saturday, claiming they were in response to ongoing regional attacks by “Iran and its proxies.” Hours later, Israel announced it had “achieved its objectives” and warned Tehran against retaliation. Will Iran answer back, and what could that mean for the region? In this episode: Alex Gatopolous ( @AlexGatopoulos ), Defence Editor, Al Jazeera English Episode Credits: This episode was produced by Khaled Soltan, David Enders and S...
Oct 27, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1040
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on February 27, 2023. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. Why haven’t the people of the Chagos Islands been allowed to go home? The archipelago in the Indian Ocean was home to Chagossians until the 1960s. As decolonization swept the globe, the UK created one last African colony. Slowly and then all at once, it forced people to leave their homes, then leased the land to the US ...
Oct 26, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1040
Sean “Diddy” Combs, the hip-hop mogul, faces over a dozen lawsuits alleging sexual violence, abuse, sex trafficking, and racketeering. As these accusations unfold, scrutiny extends to those in his circle, raising questions about power and accountability in hip-hop culture. So, how much impact will Diddy’s turmoil have on the industry? In this episode: Kim Osorio ( @kimosorio1 ), Hip-hop Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Chloe K. Li, Khaled Soltan, Amy Walters, and Sarí el-...
Oct 25, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1039
Current and former Meta employees blow the whistle on the company’s mishandling of pro-Palestinian content and retaliation against staff members who speak out. An AJ+ documentary uncovers internal struggles, with testimonies of routine deletion of Palestine-related posts and a deep-seated pro-Israel bias. How do these policies shape public perception of the Gaza conflict? In this episode: Dena Takruri ( @Dena ), AJ+ Senior Presenter Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker,...
Oct 24, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1038
The Navajo people strongly supported US President Joe Biden in Arizona’s 2020 election. But there are questions about whether Native voters will be equally supportive of the Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris this time around. Winning Arizona, also home to a large number of independent voters, could be crucial to national election victory or defeat. In this episode: Rob Reynolds ( @RobReynoldsAJE ), Al Jazeera Senior Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was prod...
Oct 23, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1037
Hamas leaders Yahya Sinwar and Ismail Haniyeh were killed by Israel, leaving the group to debate a successor. And, as Israel’s war on Gaza continues, questions remain about what lies ahead for Gaza’s leadership and its people. In this episode: Diana Buttu ( @dianabuttu ), Lawyer and Al-Shabaka Board Member Episode credits: This episode was produced by Khaled Soltan, Chloe K. Li, and Sarí el-Khalili with Phillip Lanos, Cole Van Miltenburg, Duha Mosaad, Hagir Saleh, and our host, Malika Bilal. Our...
Oct 22, 2024•20 min•Ep. 1036
Assassination claims, diplomatic expulsions, and mounting tensions: Canada accuses India of orchestrating the killing of a Sikh activist on its soil, igniting a diplomatic standoff. With both nations at odds, the Sikh community is caught in the middle. How are they navigating this, and what does the blame game mean for their future and security? In this episode: Jaskaran Sandhu ( @JaskaranSandhu_ ), World Sikh Organization Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Ashish Ma...
Oct 21, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1035
As Israel’s war on Gaza and Lebanon continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: The Israeli military killed nearly 100 Palestinians in strikes in Gaza's Beit Lahiya. Israel's siege of northern Gaza entered its 16th day. Fighting continued on the Lebanese Israeli border. It is day 380 of the war in Gaza, where at least 42,603 Palestinians have been killed. There are 15 days until the US presidential election. In this episode: Hind Al Khoudary, ( @Hind_Gaza ) Al Jaz...
Oct 20, 2024•7 min•Ep. 1034
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on August 12, 2024. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. Hamas has confirmed that Yahya Sinwar has been killed in combat by an Israeli strike. But who was Yahya Sinwar? And what did his steadfast commitment to resistance mean for Gaza? In this episode: Mohammad Alsaafin ( @malsaafin ), Senior Producer at AJ+ Episode credits: This episode was updated by Chloe K. Li and Sarí el-K...
Oct 19, 2024•19 min•Ep. 1033
Hours after Israel said it had confirmed the assassination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, Palestinian-American journalist Said Arikat was in the State Department briefing room in Washington. What does Sinwar’s death mean for the future of Hamas and Gaza – and how could Sinwar’s death change the rhetoric coming from the podium? In this episode: Said Arikat ( @SMArikat ), Al-Quds Daily Newspaper Washington Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili, Sonia Bhagat, Kh...
Oct 17, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1032
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon have come under direct Israeli fire and sustained injuries in recent weeks as the escalation between Israel and Hezbollah intensifies. Despite recent attacks, however, the UNIFIL force has remained committed to its decades-long peacekeeping mission. But with escalating tensions and the safety of troops in crisis, what does the future of UNIFIL look like in Lebanon? In this episode: Shelley Deane ( @shelleydeane ), Researcher, Dublin City University Episode credits: Thi...
Oct 17, 2024•20 min•Ep. 1031
The arrest of Sinaloa cartel leader "El Mayo" has ignited a brutal power struggle in northwestern Mexico. With hundreds dead and civilians living in fear in Culiacan, cartel violence has closed schools and imposed a de facto curfew. As Mexico's new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, takes office, what can she do to bring peace? In this episode: John Holman ( @johnholman100 ), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Amy Walters, Sonia Bhagat, and Tamara Khandaker with Ph...
Oct 16, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1030
The US is deploying advanced missile defense systems and troops to Israel, as tensions with Iran reach new heights. Does this signal an imminent attack on Iran? And what could that mean for the region? In this episode: Stephanie Dekker ( @StefanieDekker ), Senior Correspondent, Al Jazeera Episode credits: This episode was produced by Khaled Soltan, Sonia Baghat, Ashish Malhotra with Amy Walters, Phillip Lanos, Duha Mosaad, Hagir Saleh, Cole van Miltenburg, and our host, Malika Bilal. Our sound d...
Oct 14, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1029
It’s a strange experience for journalist Natasha Del Toro to be on the other side of the mic, sharing her firsthand account of living through back-to-back hurricanes. Families like hers in the state of Florida are facing power outages and damaged homes while trying to rebuild emotionally, all while hurricane season continues. In this episode: Natasha Del Toro ( @ndeltoro ), Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Ashish Malhatora, and Sonia Bhagat, with Phillip...
Oct 14, 2024•21 min•Ep. 1028
As Israel’s war on Gaza and Lebanon continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: The Israeli military besieged as many as 400,000 people in northern Gaza. Israel has attacked UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. Independent voters in the US are weighing their options. It is day 373 of the war in Gaza, where at least 42,126 Palestinians have been killed. There are 22 days until the US presidential election. In this episode: Moath al-Kahlout, Al Jazeera Correspondent Hani Mah...
Oct 13, 2024•7 min•Ep. 1027
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on November 9, 2022. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. The world’s eyes are on Egypt this week, with the United Nations Climate Change Conference – COP27 – taking place in the resort town of Sharm el-Sheikh. But while Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi positions himself as an environmental leader, one of his country’s leading activists could be about to die. Alaa Abd el...
Oct 12, 2024•23 min•Ep. 1026
For Gaza’s children, there’s no “post” in post-traumatic stress disorder. The trauma is constant and relentless. Many who survived have lost parents, limbs, or both. These kids aren’t playing or going to school - they’re fighting to survive, scavenging for food amid the rubble. So, what future does that trauma leave the children of Palestine with? In this episode: Dr. Samah Jabr ( @drsamahjabr ), Chair of the Mental Health Unit at the Palestinian Ministry of Health Episode credits: This episode ...
Oct 11, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1025
Even as Israelis have grown more critical of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the last year, their complaints have been largely disconnected from Palestinian suffering. With a society shifting farther to the right and a media landscape that echoes the government’s narrative, how has the war changed at all for Israeli society? And what future awaits Israelis who oppose the actions being done in their name? In this episode: Mairav Zonszein ( @mairavz ), Senior Israel Analyst, International C...
Oct 10, 2024•22 min•Ep. 1024
A new investigation finds that employees at some Jewish institutions in the US have lost jobs over support for Palestine in the year since October 7. Many say their support for an end to Israel’s war on Gaza is grounded in their Jewish values. How has their dissent changed their communities – and what might it mean for the future? In this episode: Shane Burley ( @shane_burley1 ), Freelance Journalist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Amy Walters, Sonia Bhagat, and Sarí el-Khalili wit...
Oct 09, 2024•21 min•Ep. 1023
Al Jazeera has investigated thousands of posts from social media documenting war crimes by Israeli soldiers in Gaza. What does this database expose about the last year of war – what’s being called the first “livestreamed genocide”? In this episode: Richard Sanders ( @PulaRJS ), Director, “Gaza” Episode credits: This episode was produced by Chloe K. Li, David Enders, and Ashish Malhotra with Manny Panaretos, Cole van Miltenburg, Duha Mosaad, Hagir Saleh, and our host, Kevin Hirten, in for Malika ...
Oct 08, 2024•21 min•Ep. 1022
