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The East is a Podcast

Sina Rahmani (@urorientalist)
Palestine
Gaza
Zionism
Israel
Stalin
Colonialism
Media Coverage
Losurdo
Genocide
Human Rights
Palestinian Resistance
Oppression
South Africa
Guerrilla History
Marxism
US Foreign Policy
Occupation
Yemen
Nakba
Convention On the Prevention and Punishment Of the Crime Of Genocide

A critical lens on the history of the present on West Asia and North Africa. Interviews with experts and archival mashups. Created by Sina Rahmani (twitter: @urorientalist)

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**Note: As I explain in the introduction to this video, this is a very special episode that consists of two halves featuring three Palestinians in Gaza sharing their stories. It has become more than evident that our racist ruling class and their medi... more

***Note: Navid's internet has been very unreliable for weeks now, so when I managed to get hold of him with a stable VPN, we decided to hurriedly record. In haste, both of us managed to mangle our respective recordings. I have been forced to resort t... more

Tankie Group Therapy is back after a long, long hiatus! Lara Sheehi from Psychic Militancy hosts this special, extra-super-duper-sized edition featuring all your TGT faves: Justin Podur, Nora Barrows-Friedman, Alex Avina, Joe Emersberger, Sina Rahman... more

***RIP Michael Parenti***

Michael Parenti speaks at the University of Colorado, Boulder: "US interventionism, the 3rd world, and the USSR" April 15, 1986 Source www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP8CzlFhc14

Check out the Anti-Imperialist Archive f... more

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Recent Guests

Lina Jehad
Arabic teacher and translator from Gaza
Al-Azhar University
Episode: "We are simply people who love life": Voices from the Gaza holocaust
Navid Zarrinnal
Commentator and analyst on Iranian sociopolitical issues
Episode: "They won't leave us alone": Organized chaos and hybrid war in Iran w/ Navid Zarrinnal
Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sittah
Palestinian-Lebanese surgeon who worked in Gaza, focusing on the health impacts of conflict
Episode: Psychic Militancy - Ghassan Abu Sittah: Clinic as site of resistance
Carlos Ron
Former Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Venezuela
Venezuelan Government
Episode: AISC #8: The Bolivarian and Iranian Revolutions vs. US Imperialism w/ Carlos Ron and Mohammad Marandi
Mohammad Marandi
Professor at the University of Tehran
University of Tehran
Episode: AISC #8: The Bolivarian and Iranian Revolutions vs. US Imperialism w/ Carlos Ron and Mohammad Marandi
Hamza Al-Muqawi
Writer and activist involved in Sudan's anti-imperial movements
sudanfunds.com
Episode: Office Hours 13-Sudan: Resistance, Compradors, an Existential Fight for Liberation w/Hamza Al-Muqawi
Reza Aslan
Author and religious scholar known for his influential writings on Islam and cultural discourse.
Episode: No god but God: 20 years later w/ Reza Aslan
Abraham Marquez
Freelance journalist based in Los Angeles, involved in social movements since 2007.
Episode: F*ck ICE, Free Gaza! w/ Abraham Marquez
David Yaghoubian
Professor at California State, San Bernardino
California State University, San Bernardino
Episode: Looking into the Abyss: ZioAmerica, Iran, and the Struggle for a Human Future w/ David Yaghoubian and Sina Rahmani

Host

Sina Rahmani
Co-creator and host, known for in-depth interviews with experts and critical analysis on topics relating to West Asia and North Africa.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 789 ratings
  • «Educated perverts»

    Love most things about this pod except the way Sina pronounces Khan Younis like it’s a french suburb. Keep it up guys 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr Kliin
    Norway3 months ago
  • Alternative media is critical to our understanding

    At a time dominated by Western imperialism and colonialism, citizens need to understand the impact of the old oligarchs and corporate elites. The podcasters are a diverse knowledgeable well educated bunch that immerse us with opposing perspectives to help us understand and resist oppressive regimes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    k_mattar
    Canada4 months ago
  • On the ground reports of the perverted system of capitalist injustice which leaves working, poor people without adequate housing, health care, nutritious food, childcare, livable wages, human dignity and, above all, the power to control their communities and control the workplace for the good of the workers. All Solidarity with the Working Class! ¡El Pueblo Unido Jamás Será Vencido!

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Harold N.
    5 months ago
  • The East is the bestcast

    Literally one of the best podcasts on the air. Simultaneously devastating and uplifting. Tankie Therapy has been a source of hope in these bleakest of times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Max Paower
    United Statesa year ago
  • Only podcast that keeps me sane

    The genocide in Gaza and how the media has been so unashamedly Zionist has me feeling very gaslit and insane…this podcast is the only place where I can find solidarity

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    808sandheadache
    Australiaa year ago

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There are praises for the depth of history and context provided in discussions, with many finding it essential for understanding current global dynamics.
Some critiques mention a desire for more focus on guest viewpoints rather than host commentary.
Overall, feedback is overwhelmingly positive regarding the podcast's contribution to political discourse and its informative nature.
The engaging format and the variety of expert guests enhance the educational value of the discussions.
Listeners appreciate the critical and nuanced perspectives on often neglected topics related to the Middle East and North Africa.

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#224
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#238
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#244
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"We are simply people who love life": Voices from the Gaza holocaust
Q: What are the main challenges of being an online language teacher from Gaza?
The life in Gaza is very hard. There is no electricity, and the Internet is very weak.
"We are simply people who love life": Voices from the Gaza holocaust
Q: Can you also tell us how many times have you been displaced in the past two years?
We have been displaced more than ten times, from North to South.
"Listen to the Iranians": Sina Rahmani (The East is a Podcast)
Q: Why is the U.S. so opposed to Iran?
The fundamental reason is Iran's sovereignty, which challenges the American world system and its insistence on control over Middle Eastern policies.
AISC #8: The Bolivarian and Iranian Revolutions vs. US Imperialism w/ Carlos Ron and Mohammad Marandi
Q: Can you talk about that a moment, please?
The Venezuelan military has prepared to defend the revolution and is ready for a possible US invasion, despite the country being peaceful and not war-mongering.
F*ck ICE, Free Gaza! w/ Abraham Marquez
Q: How do you situate what happened that day on January 6th in Compton and Paramount?
He connects the community's effort to defend against ICE raids with the broader historical context of immigrant rights movements.

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The content primarily focuses on the critical examination of historical and contemporary issues related to West Asia and North Africa, often with an emphasis on political themes, resistance movements, and social justice. Episodes feature a mix of expert interviews and discussions that dissect topics such as imperialism, colonialism, and the complex socio-political landscape of the region, often in the context of global power dynamics. Unique to this podcast is the incorporation of archival materials alongside current discussions, providing listeners with a dual lens on history and its implications today. The engaging narratives help to illuminate underreported perspectives, especially around issues of human rights, cultural identity, and ge... more

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Recent guests on The East is a Podcast include:

1. Lina Jehad
2. Navid Zarrinnal
3. Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sittah
4. Carlos Ron
5. Mohammad Marandi
6. Hamza Al-Muqawi
7. Reza Aslan
8. Abraham Marquez

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