Novara Media

Basma Ghalayini, editor of a sci-fi book envisioning future Palestine, discusses themes like energy border walls and virtual reality. They explore the importance of hope for Palestinians, using science fiction to freely express thoughts and challenge the orientalist gaze. The power of historical narratives, limitations of healthcare technology, and preserving Palestinian memories and culture are also discussed. Speculative fiction is explored as a way to understand the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the urgency to stop the killing.

Daniel Levy, a former peace negotiator, discusses the failure of the Oslo Accords, the central role of Gulf monarchies in negotiations, and how Israel responds to being labelled as an apartheid state. He explores the consequences of Benjamin Netanyahu's political influence in America and explores the potential use of US military aid to curtail human rights abuses against Palestinians. Additionally, he delves into the changing dynamics of Middle East actors post-Arab Spring and emphasizes the importance of considering international perspectives in the Israel-Palestine situation.

Renowned political scientist and activist Norman Finkelstein discusses Israel's assault on Gaza, the relationship between Hamas and Hezbollah, the use of human shields, and whether US pressure can restrain Israel's 'high-tech massacre'.

Blindboy, Irish broadcaster and author, talks about Eminem's '90s style, the situation in Palestine, and why cats are magical. The podcast discusses M&M's struggles with mental health and addiction, the relationship between humans and animals, trauma and colonialism, the negative impact of the news cycle on social media, and the mystery and manipulations of cats.

Alberto Toscano, a philosopher teaching at Simon Fraser University, discusses the colonial roots of fascism and its uncomfortable connections to liberalism. Topics include racial fascism, conspiracy theories, climate denialism, and the far-right in Israel. The podcast explores nuanced understandings of fascism, debunks misconceptions, and explores historical progress and the rise of fascist regimes worldwide. It also delves into the integration of nature politics and climate change denial in contemporary far-right movements, and analyzes the response to the ethnic cleansing of Gaza in the context of fascism and climate politics.

Rashid Khalidi, a foremost historian of the Middle East, guides through the history of the Zionist project, including the impact of the Oslo Accords, the emergence of Zionism, the violence and displacement in Palestine, and the changing nature of Palestinian resistance. He also discusses the ongoing violence and oppression faced by Palestinians and emphasizes the opposition of Arab governments to complicity in the ethnic cleansing of Palestine.

Canadian historian Quinn Slobodian discusses the history and appeal of new cities being built around the world, exploring topics such as special economic zones, Dubai's innovations, and the ambitions of Saudi Arabia's proposed city of Niam.

Zarah Sultana, one of the youngest MPs, talks about her experiences as a Muslim woman in the Labour Party, interactions with Starmer's office, Islamophobia she faces, and why Labour colleagues voted against a ceasefire in Gaza. They also discuss the disjuncture between public statements and voting behavior, facing racism and Islamophobia in the party, and the need to address these issues within the party to go into government.

Writer and critic Nathalie Olah discusses the politics of taste and its impact on self-image and belonging. Topics include minimalism, posh people's indifference to style, the evolving meaning of the hoodie, and our right to enjoy supermarket pizza.

Brett Scott, former banker, discusses the dangers of a cashless society. Topics include: consequences of a cashless society, layers of money, methods of money issuance, power of banks, impact of automation on finance industry, power of marketing, debate between cash and cashless systems, and the rhetoric and reality of crypto.