
Real Talk is a Middle East Eye interview series hosted by Mohamed Hashem that explores the unique stories and experiences of a diverse range of guests — from artists, to musicians, to politicians and more.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 39 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

What was Jeffrey Epstein doing for Israeli intelligence?
A new series of reports by Drop Site News has been examining this very question.
Drop Site journalist Murtaza Hussain joined Mohamed Hashem on Real Talk to examine Epstein’s lesser-known ties... more
If AI is an empire, Karen Hao is saying you can resist it.
“We don’t need empires to benefit from AI.”
Hao is an investigative journalist and author of Empire of AI, she joined Mohamed Hashem to share what she saw while embedded inside OpenAI.
I... more
Does the UK need its own Zohran Mamdani?
“It’s not The Office,” says British comedian Nish Kumar. “You can’t remake it from one country to another.”
The acclaimed stand-up comedian sat down with Mohamed Hashem on Real Talk for a conversation that r... more
“Ben Gvir came to me and said, ‘You are a terrorist, and you will be treated as a terrorist’.”
In her first media testimony since leaving Israel, Yasemin Acar recounts what she endured after being on the Global Sumud Flotilla, a civilian mission tha... more
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This interview series features a diverse range of guests who share compelling personal narratives and insights on pressing societal and political issues, particularly relating to the Middle East. Topics frequently explored include human rights, geopolitical conflicts, labor activism, and the role of media, often through the lens of personal experiences that bring depth to complex global situations. The conversations highlight the intersections of culture, politics, and individual story, making it a unique platform for voices that challenge mainstream narratives and advocate for social justice. The series engages with a mix of artists, activists, journalists, and scholars to unravel the nuanced realities faced by marginalized communities, pa... more
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Recent guests on Real Talk include:
1. Murtaza Hussain
2. Karen Hao
3. Yasemin Acar
4. Ayman Mohyeldin
5. Valerie Zink
6. Mahmoud Khalil
7. Chris Smalls
8. Indya Moore
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