Best Dr. Ed Hasan Podcasts (2025)

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Dr. Rania Masri: Zionism, Ecocide & the Mother Tree | Sumud Podcast 52:29

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🎙️ This week on the Sumud Podcast, Dr. Rania Masri joins us to speak on liberation, land, and the interconnected struggles for justice. An environmental scientist and long-time activist, Rania brings decades of experience in organizing to the fight against colonialism and ecocide. Since 1990, Rania has organized for justice and against systems of o…

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Ashish Prashar: Witnessing Apartheid & Advocacy | Sumud Podcast 54:59

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🎙️ This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Ashish Prashar, a political strategist and human rights activist who has advised Middle East peace envoys, UK politicians, and international bodies. He shares a unique perspective shaped by years of firsthand experience in Israel and Palestine, revealing realities that often go unseen in mainstream…

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Sereen Haddad: Student Resistance & Courage | Sumud Podcast 49:36

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🎙️ This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Sereen Haddad, a Palestinian student activist who helped lead the VCU Gaza solidarity encampment before police violently dismantled it! In the days leading up to graduation, Sereen had been pepper-sprayed, beaten, and sent to the ER with head trauma as VCU and Virginia State Police stormed the enca…

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Hannah Moushabeck: Homeland, Memory & Stories | Sumud Podcast 38:55

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Hannah Moushabeck, a Palestinian American author, editor, and book marketer. Born into a family of publishers and raised in western Massachusetts, Hannah grew up in the world of books. Today, she carries that legacy forward at Interlink Books, one of the only Palestinian-owned publishing houses in the…

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Ibrahim Awad: Sacrifice, Justice & Speaking Up | Sumud Podcast 50:11

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🎙️This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Ibrahim Awada, a US-based trial lawyer, founder of The Awad Law Firm, and unapologetic voice for Palestine. Known for securing record-breaking verdicts and training trial lawyers across the country, Ibrahim has also emerged as a fearless advocate for his community, refusing to stay silent even when …

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Mehdi Hasan: Gaza, Debating & Independent Media | Sumud Podcast 34:13

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🎙️This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Mehdi Hasan—Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Zeteo, the independent media platform built to challenge power and amplify silenced voices. Known worldwide for his fearless debate style and sharp fact-checking, Mehdi has spent 25 years exposing propaganda and holding leaders to account. His layered ident…

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Rania Khalek: Special Report on Lebanon’s Pager Attacks | Sumud Podcast 54:52

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by journalist and BreakThrough News host Rania Khalek for a special episode diving into her latest documentary, Israeli Terror in Lebanon: Inside the Pager Attacks. The documentary uncovers the untold story behind the September 17th pager explosions in Lebanon—a years-long covert Israeli operation that l…

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Karmel Abufarha: Canaan Palestine, Food & Community | Sumud Podcast 1:02:19

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🎙️This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Karmel Abufarha from Canaan Palestine—a Palestinian brand rooted in the land, the olive tree, and the power of community. Representing generations of farmers, Canaan shares how olive oil connects Palestinian families to the world and why farming in Palestine is both a daily routine and a quiet act o…

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Ibtihal Aboussad: Resistance & Big Tech | Sumud Podcast 1:03:52

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🎙️This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Ibtihal Aboussad, a Moroccan-born software engineer, educator, and No Azure for Apartheid campaign organizer. A Harvard graduate and former Microsoft employee, Ibtihal made headlines earlier this year when she publicly confronted Microsoft’s CEO for the company’s role in Israel’s genocide against th…

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Dana Dajani: Poetry, Exile & Palestinian Memory | Sumud Podcast 1:19:09

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🎙️This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Dana Dajani—award-winning Palestinian-American poet, actress, and humanitarian. Known for her fusion of spoken word and theater, Dana uses performance as a form of resistance, remembrance, and radical love. In this powerful conversation, Dana reflects on what it means to choose to be Palestinian—as …

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Alana Hadid: Art, Advocacy & Palestinian Stories | Sumud Podcast 56:51

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🎙️This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Alana Hadid—creative director, activist, and storyteller. As the force behind Watermelon Pictures and host of The Seeds Podcast, Alana is working to reimagine media through a justice-centered lens. From launching the groundbreaking streaming platform Watermelon+ to preserving her family’s Palestinia…

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Amir Makled: Justice, Palestine & Power | Sumud Podcast 1:19:08

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by powerhouse attorney and civil rights advocate Amir Makled. As managing partner at Hall Makled, Amir is one of the most formidable legal voices defending Arab and Muslim communities in the U.S. From police brutality to the criminalization of pro-Palestine protests, his cases speak to a deeper story: wh…

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Constanza Eliana Chinea: Media & Decolonization | Sumud Podcast 1:04:19

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🎙 This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Constanza Eliana Chinea—a Boricua journalist, producer, and activist reshaping the narrative from within. Born in New York, raised in Borinquen (Puerto Rico), and coming of age in the U.S. Midwest, Constanza grew up confronting erasure, assimilation, and White comfort. Now based in Los Angeles, her …

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Cherien Dabis: Filmmaking & Resistance | Sumud Podcast 1:03:47

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Emmy-nominated filmmaker, writer, and actress Cherien Dabis—a bold storyteller whose life and work explore the power of identity, resistance, and the stories we carry. Born in Nebraska to Palestinian parents and raised in small-town Ohio, Cherien came of age during the first Gulf War, a time when neig…

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Aminah Musa: Fashion as Resistance & Building PaliRoots | Sumud Podcast 1:38:46

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we're joined by Aminah Musa, a visionary designer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of PaliRoots—the beloved Palestinian streetwear brand born of resistance and stitched with purpose. From growing up on food stamps in South Side Chicago to helping build a brand that has fed nearly 4 million meals in Gaza, Aminah’s story …

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Hala Alyan: Displacement, Healing & Storytelling | Sumud Podcast 53:24

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by poet, psychologist, professor, and author Hala Alyan. With roots in Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon, Hala shares her remarkable journey navigating displacement, identity, and creative expression—from surviving war and immigration to becoming a published author and clinical psychologist. In this deep epi…

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Mussab Ali: Youth Power & Fighting for Justice | Sumud Podcast 56:16

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Mussab Ali - a cancer survivor, civil rights advocate, and one of the youngest Muslim elected officials in U.S. history. Born in Pakistan and raised in Jersey City, Mussab’s story is one of grit, public service, and fearless truth-telling. At just 20 years old, Mussab became the youngest-ever elected …

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Connie Kazan: Food, Family & Advocacy for Palestine | Sumud Podcast 31:05

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Lebanese-American baker, mother, and outspoken advocate Connie Kazan. Known for her viral desserts, unforgettable appearance on The Great Chocolate Showdown, and unfiltered voice for justice. A mother of four, social media personality, and outspoken advocate for Palestinian and Arab communities, Conni…

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Maya Abdallah: Hunger Strike, Mental Health & Palestinian Resistance | Sumud Podcast 1:12:20

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Hello friends, Just a note before we get started that the guest of this episode, Maya Abdallah, was hospitalized just hours after this interview. We share this with her full consent and in deep solidarity. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode contains a discussion of sensitive topics, including self-harm and mental health. Listener and viewer discretion is …

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Ahmad Abuznaid: USCPR, Ongoing Nakba, and Palestinian Liberation | Sumud Podcast 1:07:48

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, in commemoration of Nakba, we’re joined by Ahmad Abuznaid, the Executive Director of the US Campaign for Palestinian Rights & USCPR Action. Prior to joining USCPR, Ahmad co-founded the Florida-based Dream Defenders after the killing of Trayvon Martin, serving as Legal & Policy Director and COO during his time there. …

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Nora Lester Murad: Identity & Resistance | Sumud Podcast 1:15:42

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This week on the Sumud Podcast, we're joined by author, educator, and longtime activist Nora Lester Murad. Nora has spent decades working at the intersections of aid, justice, and Palestinian liberation. From co-founding Aid Watch Palestine to raising Palestinian children as a Jewish mother, her journey speaks to the power, and cost of solidarity. …

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Khaled Beydoun: Eyes on Gaza, Witnessing Annihilation | Sumud Podcast 58:10

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In this first live episode of the Sumud Podcast, we welcome back renowned law professor, civil rights advocate, and author Khaled Beydoun. Khaled shares his reflections on Gaza's genocide, the use of law and writing as tools of resistance, and the evolution of global consciousness in the digital age. Drawing from his personal experiences growing up…

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Dr. Butch Ware: Black Liberation, Zionism, and the Spiritual Fight for Justice | Sumud Podcast 1:41:43

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In this powerful episode of the Sumud Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Butch Ware, public intellectual, artist, activist, and former U.S. Vice Presidential candidate. From his upbringing in DC and Minneapolis to his deep immersion in West African Islamic traditions, Dr. Ware weaves personal stories with global liberation movements to deliver a compell…

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Najla Said: Identity, Advocacy, and Healing through Storytelling 1:01:46

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In this powerful episode of the Sumud Podcast, we are joined by author, actress, and playwright Najla Said—daughter of the legendary Palestinian intellectual Edward Said. This video is for educational purposes only. It provides historical and political analysis to inform and educate viewers. Through humor, vulnerability, and sharp storytelling, Naj…

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Doctors Against Genocide - Practicing Medicine Under Occupation 1:38:12

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In this episode, we speak with founders of Doctors Against Genocide, Dr. Karameh Hawash-Kuemmerle and Dr. Nidal Jboor. Join us as we learn more about their upbringing in Palestine and the realities of practicing medicine under occupation. They share a detailed account of how Israel's assault on Palestinian life has reached genocidal proportions, an…

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Saiaf Abdallah: Fearless and Beautiful Resistance, Arrest, and Liberation 1:09:19

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On this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Saiaf Abdallah, the voice behind @Resistance_Is_Beautiful. Known for his fearless activism, viral confrontations, and unwavering commitment to Palestine, Saiaf is always ready to share the blatant truth in times of injustice. From being arrested multiple times to going head-to-head with Zionist …

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Jenan Matari: Storytelling, Motherhood, and Activism | Sumud Podcast 1:16:45

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On this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we’re joined by Palestinian storyteller and writer Jenan Matari, who brings voice to the narratives of resistance, diaspora, motherhood, and identity. From volleyball courts to viral blog posts and political storytelling, Jenan’s journey is one of reclamation; of land, language, and self. Jenan opens up about g…

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Sana Saeed: Journalism, Media Bias and Challenging Narratives | Sumud Podcast 1:28:46

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In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we are joined by Sana Saeed, an award-winning journalist and media critic known for her sharp analysis of how media shapes public perception. Sana spent over a decade at AJ+, where she hosted Backspace and The Occupation Style Guide, breaking down the ways mainstream news frames narratives around war, coloniali…

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Dr. Fady Joudah: Poetry, Palestine, and the Language of Resistance | Sumud Podcast 1:12:21

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In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we are honored to host Dr. Fady Joudah—a Palestinian-American poet, translator, and physician whose work bridges the worlds of healing, resistance, and storytelling. A doctor of both medicine and metaphor, Dr. Joudah masterfully intertwines themes of exile, memory, and steadfastness (sumud) in his poetry, offer…

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Imam Suhaib Webb: Faith, Justice, and Community 1:02:44

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In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Imam Suhaib Webb—one of the most dynamic and influential Muslim scholars in the U.S. His journey from a hip-hop DJ in Oklahoma to a renowned Imam, educator, and social activist is one of transformation, deep faith, and an intentional pursuit of justice. Imam Suhaib shares his ins…

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Living Through Loss: Hani Almadhoun on Gaza, Building Community, and Survival 1:22:55

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In this inspiring episode of the Sumud Podcast, we sit down with Hani Almadhoun, a Palestinian American humanitarian and Senior Director of Philanthropy at UNRWA USA. Hani shares his deeply personal journey growing up between Gaza and the UAE, living in the US, his work in philanthropy, and the unimaginable losses his family has endured due to Isra…

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Dr. Ibram X. Kendi: Unpacking Racism, Resistance & Malcolm X’s Legacy | Sumud Podcast 41:54

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In this powerful episode of Sumud Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, an active influential voice on race, history, justice and resistance. A National Book Award-winning author, historian, and professor, Dr. Kendi has reshaped the discourse on racism and anti-racism, from his groundbreaking works How to Be an Antiracist and Stamped from t…

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How Cori Bush Turned Pain Into Power: Faith, Activism, and Global Solidarity 1:43:10

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🔴 Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions on sexual assault, trauma, and systemic injustice. If you or someone you know needs support, please refer to the resources below. In this episode of #SumudPodcast, we are excited to be joined by politician Cori Bush, a nurse, activist, and former U.S. Representative for Missouri’s 1st congression…

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Tai Salih: Abolition, Resistance & Solidarity from Sudan to Palestine 1:32:03

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In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we are honored to host Tai Salih, also known as Red Ma’at—a Sudanese Pan-African abolitionist, womanist, and social justice educator. Forced to flee Sudan during the second civil war and later settling in Canada as a refugee, Tai has dedicated her life to dismantling oppressive systems, advocating for healing j…

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Sim Kern: Author of "Genocide Bad: Notes on Palestine, Jewish History, and Collective Liberation" 1:00:13

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In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we’re happy to host USA Today best-selling author and environmental journalist, Sim Kern. Known for their bold critiques of petrochemical polluters and billionaires, Sim has become a leading voice in mobilizing solidarity for Palestine. Since October 2023, they’ve raised over $500,000 in direct aid for families…

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Diana Buttu: Unmasking the Occupation and the Fight for Palestinian Freedom 1:22:08

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This interview was recorded before the Palestinian reconciliation in Jenin and before the latest Israeli military invasion of Jenin. In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we are proud to feature Diana Buttu, a prominent Palestinian-Canadian lawyer, negotiator, and activist. Diana shares her journey from being the first female negotiator during the …

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Nida Abu Baker 1:12:19

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In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we are honored to feature writer and activist Nida Abu Baker. She is the daughter of Shukri Abu Baker, co-founder and former CEO of the Holy Land Foundation. Shukri is currently serving a 65-year sentence in federal prison for humanitarian aid work, in one of the most controversial cases against Muslim charitie…

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Huwaida Arraf 1:23:09

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On today’s #SumudPodcast episode, we are joined by Huwaida Arraf, a Palestinian-American attorney, activist, former U.S. Congress candidate, and co-founder of the International Solidarity Movement. Huwaida has spent her life advocating for justice, human rights, and the liberation of Palestine. Her extensive activism efforts include a leading role …

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Reverend Dr. Munther Isaac 55:09

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✨Special thanks to our sponsors: Palestine Drinks Shop: https://www.palestinedrinksshop.com/ | @palestinedrinks_shop on Instagram Visualizing Palestine: https://visualizingpalestine.org/ | @visualizing_palestine on Instagram In this episode, we are joined by Reverend Dr. Munther Isaac, a Palestinian Christian pastor, theologian, academic dean of Be…

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Laila El-Haddad 2:02:24

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✨Special thanks to our sponsors: Palestine Drinks Shop: https://www.palestinedrinksshop.com/ | @palestinedrinks_shop on Instagram Visualizing Palestine: https://visualizingpalestine.org/ | @visualizing_palestine on Instagram On this episode of #SumudPodcast, we are honored to feature award-winning Palestinian author, social activist, policy analyst…

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Lara Sheehi 1:43:57

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✨Big thanks to our sponsors: Palestine Drinks Shop: https://www.palestinedrinksshop.com/ | @palestinedrinks_shop on Instagram Visualizing Palestine: https://visualizingpalestine.org/ | @visualizing_palestine on Instagram On this episode of #SumudPodcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Dr. Lara Sheehi, an internationally recognized psychoanalytic t…

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Francesca Albanese 1:30:44

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✨Big thanks to our sponsors: Palestine Drinks Shop: https://www.palestinedrinksshop.com/ | @palestinedrinks_shop on Instagram Visualizing Palestine: https://visualizingpalestine.org/ | @visualizing_palestine on Instagram 🎧On this episode of #SumudPodcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on the occupied …

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Tariq Habash 1:33:00

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🎙️ On today’s episode of #SumudPodcast, we’re honored to amplify Palestinian-American Tariq Habash, a former policy advisor at the Department of Education. Tariq was the first political appointee in the Biden administration to publicly resign in protest over the U.S. response to the genocide in Gaza. Join our hosts @DrEdHasan and @ZeinaAshrawi as t…

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Zeina Azzam 1:34:58

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On today's episode of #SumudPodcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Palestinian-American Zeina Azzam. Zeina is a poet, writer, editor, community activist, and currently the selected Poet Laureate of the City of Alexandria, Virginia. Having published a variety of books, essays, and poems, Zeina’s work reflects her bicultural identity, resonating wi…

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Linda Sarsour 1:37:48

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On today's episode of the Sumud Podcast, we empower, uplift, and amplify the voice of Palestinian-American activist Linda Sarsour. Linda is widely known for her role as co-chair of the 2017 Women's March, where she championed social justice, Palestinian rights, and racial equality. She uses her platform to fight Islamophobia and white supremacy, st…

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Dr. Rabab Abdulhadi 1:23:16

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In today’s episode of the Sumud Podcast, we are honored to feature Dr. @abdulhadirabab, a distinguished Palestinian scholar, activist, and educator, as we highlight her powerful work advocating for Palestinian and Arab diasporas, particularly in the areas of race, gender, and colonialism. Dr. Abdulhadi is the founding director of the Arab and Musli…

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Rania Khalek 1:27:05

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On today's episode of #SumudPodcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Lebanese-American journalist Rania Khalek. Rania is an award-winning journalist whose work appeared on several news networks such as Al Jazeera, the Grayzone, The Intercept, The Nation, Vice, and more. She became well-known for standing up against the Zionist propaganda and defend…

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Jacob Berger 42:31

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On today's episode of #SumudPodcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify pro-Palestinian and New York Jewish native Jacob Berger. Jacob is a TV and film actor, comedian, rapper, content creator, and social media influencer. He is well-known for his strong and unwavering pro-Palestinian stances. Although he could greatly benefit from being on the other …

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Susan Abulhawa 1:05:37

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On this episode of the #SumudPodcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Palestinian American writer, human rights activist, and animal advocate Susan Abulhawa. Susan Abulhawa is best known for her novel Mornings in Jenin, which sold over 1 million copies and was translated into 27 languages, making Susan the most widely-read Palestinian writer of all…

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Dr. Cornel West 1:14:12

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On this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify presidential candidate Dr. Cornel West. He is known as a philosopher, author, activist, actor, recording artist, and public intellectual. Brother West touches on systemic issues within institutions, the role of religion in activism, and the fundamental value of love and humanity …