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Kalam is a podcast about the culture, history and politics of the Middle East. Hosted by seasoned radio journalist Edgar Mannheimer, Kalam aims to be a source of knowledge and understanding about a region of the world that is so often misunderstood.

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Latest Episodes

A trial is underway to establish justice for the victims of the deadly pogroms agains Syrian minorities earlier this year; the genocide in Gaza is ongoing while Israel and the US draw up plans for Gaza's future without the input of a single Palestini... more

In part three of this special series on Anwar Sadat we cover his: 

•⁠ Failed attempts to «liberalise» the Egyptian economy. 

•⁠ Suprise success in the October 1973 war. 

•⁠ Decision to follow this up by making peace with Israel. 

•⁠ His sudden en... more

In Part 2 of this Patreon-exclusive series we track Sadat’s coming of age:

•⁠ ⁠Sadat as a Gamal Abdel Nasser loyalist and chief communicator of his regime.

•⁠ ⁠⁠Sadat as the quiet observer of Nasser’s failures, shaping his later thinking.

•⁠ ⁠⁠Sad... more

In the late 1990's, the Palestinian rap group DAM released their breakout single Meen Erhabi? (Who is the terrorist?) interrogating Israel and the Western World's accusations of terrorism against the Palestinian people, "While we are living in our ow... more

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Recent Guests

Leila Shami
British Syrian activist and co-author of the book 'Burning Country: Syrians in Revolution and War'.
From the Periphery Media Collective
Episode: 56: Syria after al-Assad with Leila al-Shami
Göran Rosenberg
Writer, journalist, and author of The Lost Country, discussing personal and historical narratives related to Israel and Palestine.
Episode: 54. Göran Rosenberg – Live från Bokmässan (Swedish)
Tahani Brahma
A Moroccan human rights activist living in Casablanca, affiliated with the Moroccan Association for Human Rights.
Moroccan Association for Human Rights
Episode: 53. Gen Z Revolts in Morocco with Tahani Brahma
Ahmad Al-Aqra
Palestinian curator and co-founder of Fena Collective.
Fena Collective
Episode: 52. Deconstructing Palestine with Ahmed al-Alaqra
Issa Amro
Veteran human rights activist from Hebron
Episode: 51. Hebron and "The Settlers" With Issa Amro
Shora Esmailian
Swedish journalist and author who has been active in the Palestinian liberation movement for 20 years.
Episode: 50. Att spränga ett getto (Swedish)
Lama Ghosheh
Palestinian journalist from Jerusalem, known for advocating for marginalized voices.
Episode: 49. Israel's War on Palestinian Journalists with Lama Ghosheh (Arabic)
Muhammad Shehada
Palestinian analyst originally from Gaza, published in Al Jazeera, Newsweek, The Nation, and The New Arab
Episode: 48. Why Did Israel Break the Ceasefire? with Muhammad Shehada
Tala Herzallah
22-year-old student from Gaza
Episode: War Returns to Gaza: Kalam Digest 26

Host

Edgar Mannheimer
Host of the podcast, an experienced journalist emphasizing Middle Eastern culture, history, and politics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 594 ratings
  • Confused

    Hi, I’m confused how you say you were under Israeli occupation in Gaza but never saw an Israeli soilder? I think you may not understand what occupation is, maybe before Israeli left Gaza in 2006 and hasn’t occupied it since then.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nia_fan11
    Australia10 months ago
  • About the Middle East. Very interesting and knowing,. With different aspects. Everybody should listen to it!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Bjorn
    a year ago
  • Insightful and broad

    Lots of aspects of the crises in Palestine, the Middle East and now also in depth on Syria. Mainly contemporary issues, but sometimes also history. Politics and culture. Beautiful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sanne Lundberg
    Swedena year ago
  • Great pod!

    Quick and insightful on the Middle East. High quality stuff here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henning T
    Swedena year ago
  • Excellent podcast.

    When I first came across this podcast I didn’t know Edgar Mannheimer’s work, but he’s a brilliant journalist.

    I think I’ve listened to literally every episode, and while I do have my favorites, every single episode has been worth my time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teacher (uni and high school)
    Denmarka year ago

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Listeners find the podcast insightful and knowledgeable, appreciating the depth of analysis on Middle Eastern issues.
There are acknowledgments of the host's journalistic background, which adds credibility to the discussions.
Some critiques mention a potential bias in perspectives, reflecting the divisive nature of Middle Eastern politics.
The show is praised for its engaging interviews and the ability to combine historical context with contemporary political discourse.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

56: Syria after al-Assad with Leila al-Shami
Q: How do you perceive the leadership of Ahmad al-Shar'a?
Shami acknowledges his transformation and moderation but emphasizes the uncertainty about how inclusively he will rule.
56: Syria after al-Assad with Leila al-Shami
Q: How do you view the Syrian conflict?
Shami views it as a revolution met with a counter-revolutionary response from the Assad regime, which employed mass repression.
54. Göran Rosenberg – Live från Bokmässan (Swedish)
Q: How have you seen, for example, Trump's progress?
Well, it's no secret that our Western democracies, the liberal societies, for a long time have been struggling with problems.
54. Göran Rosenberg – Live från Bokmässan (Swedish)
Q: How much does that play a role when you analyze the development in the Middle East, your own personal experiences and experiences?
It plays all the role. I think, I only write books where I have a personal experience.
54. Göran Rosenberg – Live från Bokmässan (Swedish)
Q: Would you like to tell us why you chose this date?
It was my publisher who smartly chose this date, in hopes that it would give the book extra attention.

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What is Kalam about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on the intricacies of Middle Eastern culture, history, and politics, aiming to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of a region often steeped in misunderstanding. Topics frequently discussed include contemporary issues in Palestine, the dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the cultural contributions of artists and activists from the region. A distinct feature of this show is its engagement with a variety of voices, including activists and analysts who offer unique perspectives and insights, thereby enriching the conversation around major geopolitical events and historical narratives. The content not only informs its audience about current affairs but also connects cultural and historical und... more

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Kalam launched 2 years ago and published 129 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Kalam include:

1. Leila Shami
2. Göran Rosenberg
3. Tahani Brahma
4. Ahmad Al-Aqra
5. Issa Amro
6. Shora Esmailian
7. Lama Ghosheh
8. Muhammad Shehada

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