Dana Elkurd

Shanley, a VC InfoDocs researcher who maps venture capital networks, and Dana Elkurd, a political scientist specializing in Palestinian politics, join the conversation. They tackle venture capital's role in shaping tech power, crypto and the network state. They also cover Gaza: ceasefire violations, debates over armed tactics, disarmament and political legitimacy. Short, sharp, and provocative takes.

Dana Elkurd, a journalist specializing in Middle East politics, leads a gripping discussion on Arab-Israeli normalization and its implications for Gaza. She’s joined by Ben Schumann-Stoller, a producer unpacking the historical context of normalization and the Abraham Accords. Matan Kaminar, an anthropologist, explores the darker aspects of Abrahamic narratives and their impact on xenophobia. Together, they dissect how political and economic interests often overshadow Palestinian rights, shining a light on the complexities of reconciliation and reconstruction.

Dana Elkurd, a writer and analyst focused on Palestinian politics, sheds light on Trump's controversial 20-point Gaza plan and the ongoing ceasefire dynamics, emphasizing accountability. Meanwhile, Eric Meza from the Sierra Club discusses the environmental and cultural implications of proposed border wall construction near Tecate Peak, highlighting community resistance efforts. Both guests tackle critical issues of governance and grassroots activism, making connections between policy and its real-world impacts.