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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 with the experiences of many Palestinians in the diaspora.
Join us as our hosts, Dr. Ed Hasan and Zeina Ashrawi, discuss Azzam’s views on writing as an act of resistance, the complexities of Palestinian-American identity, and persisting to spread awareness amidst the ongoing genocide in Gaza.
Zeina highlights how her heritage shapes her work and how her bond with Palestinian youth as a mentor at We Are Not Numbers empowers her activism.
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@dredhasan | @zeinaashrawi
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: Meet Zeina and Her Journey
02:01 Zeina Discusses Her Family's History and Immigration to the U.S.
07:08 Reflections on College Years and Early Career Challenges
18:21 Recounting Childhood Memories of Displacement and Loss
21:30 An Outsider Arriving in the U.S.
24:40 Her Bi-Cultural Identity and Its Influence on Her Literary Work
34:17 Using Poetry as an Act of Resistance Against Oppression
48:00 Zeina's Writing Process: Crafting Words with Purpose
54:55 Mentoring Youth in Gaza: The Impact of We Are Not Numbers
56:00 Identity Dissonance: A Palestinian-American Amid the Genocide
01:09:00 Zeina's Experience as a Poet Laureate
01:20:55 Building Community Through Protest and Activism
01:26:08 What's Next for Zeina: Future Goals and Projects
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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, standing firm for marginalized communities.
A prominent figure in grassroots organizing, Linda has been instrumental in advocating for Muslim and immigrant rights. Despite facing significant backlash, her ongoing commitment to Palestinian rights and systemic change continues to inspire activism and solidarity worldwide.
🎧 Listen to the full episode via the link in our bio.
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@dredhasan | @zeinashrawi
Connect with Linda Sarsour:
Instagram & X: @lsarsour
Facebook: @linda.sarsour
TikTok: @lindasarsour
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
1:38 Linda Sarsour responds to a hate tweet about Gaza by a democratic fan
4:16 Linda Sarsour talks about her Delta flight experience
12:08 Linda Sarsour gives guidance to Arab and Muslim communities on their future political route
17:23 Linda Sarsour explains her relationship with the democratic party
27:09 Linda Sarsour gives a short background on her growing up in America
43:42 Linda talks about her approach to teaching her children about their homeland, Palestine
01:01:02 Linda talks about Women's March and how Zionist influence broke up the movement
01:10:13 Linda Sarsour talks about how Arab and Muslim communities can join spaces to rally for their causes
01:21:01 Linda talks about the late Basma Atwa, an influential figure in her life
01:31:53 Linda sends her younger self a message -
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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 Muslim Ethnicities and Diasporas Studies program at San Francisco State University, where she also holds the position of Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies.
An influential voice in both academia and activism, Dr. Abdulhadi has authored numerous publications and is a strong critic of U.S. foreign policy and its effects on the Middle East, while actively working to decolonize academic spaces.
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Episode Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Dr. Rabab reflects on her experiences living under Israeli occupation in Palestine
16:39 - Dr. Rabab discusses why she believes King Abdullah of Jordan betrayed the Palestinian cause
20:25 - A historical overview of Egypt's late president, Jamal Abdel Nasser
36:48 - Dr. Rabab talks about the profound influence of her aunt on her life
49:17 - Dr. Rabab critiques Kamala Harris' 'colonial feminism' and her unfulfilled promises
59:39 - Dr. Rabab shares her personal experiences with attacks and cancellations over her pro-Palestinian work
01:15:18 - Dr. Rabab discusses the role of religion in the Palestinian struggle
01:19:36 - Dr. Rabab’s message to the Palestinian diaspora -
We've got exciting news for you today! Zeina Ashrawi is joining #sumudpodcast as a cohost.
As many of our listeners know from her episode a few months ago, Zeina is a Palestinian American rights activist, political analyst, writer, and mother of two. She actively leads public dialogues through webinars, debates, and discussions and has written extensively on topics such as racial justice reform, housing, and foreign policy—especially in relation to Palestine, while also giving numerous interviews on these issues.
As we continue to raise our voices against oppression and document our narrative through the eyes and voices of Palestinians and allies, we are incredibly grateful to welcome Zeina to the Sumud Podcast team. As a co-host, Zeina aims not only to contribute to our mission of uplifting, empowering, and amplifying the voices of those who stand for justice and liberty for the Palestinian people but also to create a space for healing, vulnerability, and opportunities for women.
#StayTuned for this week's episode to hear @dredhasan and @zeinaashrawi's interview with Dr. Rabab Abdelhadi.
00:00 Introduction
1:45 Zeina on why she agreed to co-host the Sumud podcast
13:15 Zeina on how motherhood influenced her activism
16:20 Zeina on her experience as a co-host
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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 defending the Palestinian and Lebanese right to resistance and liberation.
Join us as Dr. Ed Hasan & Rania Khalek take us on a journey of exploring the deeper workings of the #MiddleEast, #Palestine, #Lebanon #America, #Israel, and what's happening around the world right now. We'll be diving into topics like the Axsis of Resistance, how the Oct. 7th has impacted daily life as an Arab American, and Rania's appearance on the Piers Morgan show.
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Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @dredhasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation.
Connect with Rania on Instagram, X, and YouTube @raniakhalek and on Facebook @raniakhalek1
Chapters
1:20 Rania talks about how she got into journalism
7:04 Rania talks about how Oct. 7th affected her as an Arab American
16:47: Rania on Lebanon's religious, political, and societal structures
29:27: Rania on Hezbollah, Syria, and Iran coalition
42:32 Rania talks about the pager attack in Lebanon
54:02 Rania explains why she was deeply criticized on the Syrian issue even by some of her community
1:06:54 Rania on Lebanon's support of Palestine post Oct. 7th
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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 side, Jacob chose to be on the right side of history after a prolonged research into the truth.
In today's interesting episode, host Dr. Ed Hasan talks with Jacob about why and how he became pro-Palestinian. We also discuss #Israel's attempts to lure Jewish Americans into becoming pro-Israeli as well as his thoughts on what's happening in #Gaza and #Lebanon among other things.
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Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @dredhasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation.
Connect with Jacob on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @jacobbergeractor
Chapters
2:32 Jacob talks about his acting career
6:41 Jacob's flashback to his 'birthright visit' to Israel as a Jewish-born man
11:26 Jacob receives death threats and hate for his pro-Palestinian stance after Oct. 7th
14:01 Jacob explains what he means by "People's revolution to start in our minds"
34:46 Jacob and Ed discuss American presidential candidates
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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 time.
In today’s episode, Dr. Ed and Susan talk about her growing up, the start of her writing career, her visits to Jenin and Gaza, and lastly her intake on the upcoming American presidential election.
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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 over empire.
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Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation.
Connect with Dr. Cornel West on Instagram and TikTok @brothercornelwest, X @CornelWest and Youtube @CornelWest24.
Chapters
01:55 Early Life and Influences
06:27 The Struggle for Justice and Humanity
28:40 Political Reflections and Critiques
39:32 Navigating Racial and Moral Complexities
41:21 Standing Up for Palestinian Rights
44:53 Critique of Academic and Political Systems
49:19 A Call for Courage and Integrity -
On this episode of the Sumud podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Palestinian American attorney and author Ali Awad, known as the CEO lawyer. He is the proud son of Palestinian parents who immigrate to the U.S. Not just in search of a better life, but also to establish a strong foundation of support for the Palestinian and Muslim communities.
At age 24, Ali made history as one of the youngest graduates to earn both a law degree and an MBA in the state of Georgia.
Awad is driven by his advocacy for Muslim community empowerment and financial education. This episode also addresses the underrepresentation of Muslims in sectors like healthcare, political accountability concerning U.S. policies in the Middle East, and promotes strategic empowerment and self-reliance within the Muslim community.
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Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation.
Connect with Ali Awad, aka the CEO Lawyer on Instagram, X, Tik Tok, Threads and Youtube @CeoLawyer.
Chapters
01:44 Embracing Palestinian Identity and Overcoming Struggles
08:35 Financial Lessons and Community Challenges
24:08 Ali's Journey: From Childhood Hustles to Legal Success
47:40 Overcoming Adversity: A Personal Journey
50:36 Academic Ambitions: Law School and Beyond
57:17 Facing Controversy: Standing Up for Beliefs
01:10:02 Vision for the Future: Building a Legacy -
On this episode of the Sumud podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Palestinian American professor and author Maha Nassar. Dr. Maha is a cultural and intellectual historian of the 20th century Arab world, focusing on Palestinian history. She authored the book Brothers Apart, Palestinian Citizens of Israel and the Arab World.
Dr. Nassar discusses the cultural challenges she faced, how these shaped her career, and her mission to demystify Palestinian identity through writing and historical research. She also previews her forthcoming book on the history of global Palestinian steadfastness and emphasizes the continued importance of advocacy and education in the Palestinian liberation movement.
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Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation.
Connect with Dr. Maha Nassar on Instagram @Maha_Nassar_history and X @MtNassar. Keep up with her work at https://linktr.ee/MahaNassar.
Chapters
01:26 Early Life and Formative Experiences
07:06 Academic Journey and Influences
19:29 Themes and Impact of 'Brothers Apart'
33:24 Groundbreaking Research on Media Representation
38:58 The Significance of 'From the River to the Sea'
45:19 Historical Rhymes and Modern Struggles
55:03 Cultural Resistance and Future Projects -
On this episode of the Sumud podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify the trailblazing Rula Jebreal. Rula is an award-winning journalist, international best-selling author, and foreign policy analyst renowned for her work on global issues.
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Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation.
Connect with Rula Jebreal on Instagram and X @rulajebreal.
Chapters
01:32 Rula's Childhood and Early Struggles
10:18 Witnessing Injustice and the Drive to Fight
21:24 Rula's Career and Advocacy
55:30 Jill Stein's Impact and Kamala Harris's Stance
57:01 Middle Eastern Policy and the Abraham Accords
01:02:17 Hypocrisy in International Law and Personal Lawsuits
01:06:34 Palestinian Struggles and Future Aspirations -
On this episode of the Sumud podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Palestinian American rights activists, Zeina Ashrawi Hutchison. Zeina is a director of development and expansion at the American Arab Anti Discrimination Committee, also known as ADC. She is the only Arab American elected to a political party's central committee in Virginia and was an elected Bernie Sanders delegate to the DNC in 2020.
Zeina discusses her activism roots, growing up in Ramallah during the Intifada, and her journey of uplifting Palestinian voices in the U.S. on an episode you don't want to miss.
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Connect with Zeina Ashrawi Hutchison on Instagram and X @zeinahutchison, or on Facebook by searching for Zeina Ashrawi Hutchison.
Chapters
02:36 Growing Up in Palestine
13:55 Activism and Political Involvement
35:39 The Ongoing Struggle Against VIAB
36:29 Empowering Virginians to Take Action
40:32 The Importance of Voting and Political Engagement
44:07 Advocacy, Resilience, and the Palestinian Cause -
On this episode of the Sumud podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Palestinian psychiatrists and psychotherapists, Dr. Samah Jabr. Dr. Samah is the head of the mental health unit at the Palestinian Ministry of Health. She has become a key figure in addressing the mental health crisis in Palestine. Her contributions reach beyond clinical psychiatry, encompassing education, advocacy, and writing.
Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation.
Connect with Dr. Samah Jabr on Instagram and Threads @jabrsamah. Check out Dr. Samah's books and lectures on her Linktree page at https://linktr.ee/jabrsamah. -
On this episode of the Sumud podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify congressional Democratic candidate Preston Nouri. Preston is a first-generation American who was born in Erie, Pennsylvania. His passion for the well-being and stability of the people in Pennsylvania’s 16th congressional district is clearly unmatched.
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On this episode of the Sumud podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Asma Abu Dahab. Asma is a psychotherapist and a licensed clinical social worker based in the U S. She specializes in mental health and has been practicing in the field for over 10 years. Asma is dedicated to normalizing mental health care, decolonizing the mental health field and empowering others to live their best lives.
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Connect with Asma Abu-Dahabi on Instagram @Asma.Therapist and all of her links on her linktree linked here; https://linktr.ee/asma.therapist -
On this episode of the Sumud podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Palestinian American space engineer Loay Elbasyouni. Loay helped design Ingenuity, a lightweight robotic helicopter for NASA's Mars Perseverance Rover mission. Raised in Gaza, Palestine, and educated in UNRWA schools. He overcame countless obstacles to follow his passion for engineering and space exploration.
Loay shares personal anecdotes about his pioneering spirit, aspirations for future generations, and more.
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On this episode of the Sumúd podcast we uplift, empower and amplify Palestinian American and Muslim, Bahia Amawi. You may remember her as a courageous Texas elementary school speech language pathologist, fired from her job because she refused to sign the anti-boycott, divestment, and sanctions law, which asked her to take an oath of solidarity with Israel.
On this episode Bahia shares her personal experience about the ordeal and how with the help of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR), she was able to sue the state of Texas and win!
Watch Bahia's story on the movie referenced in this episode "Boycott" linked here; https://justvision.org/boycott/watch.
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On this episode of the Sumúd Podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Dr. Zachary Foster, a historian of Palestine and PhD recipient from Princeton University.
He founded Palestine Nexus, a go to source for understanding Palestine, and oversees the newsletter 'Palestine in Your Inbox', which covers the history, politics, and culture of Palestine. Zach shares his thoughts on Gaza's history, debunks myths from October 7th and draws powerful parallels to South African apartheid.
The first 10 people that email [email protected] will get their 'Palestine Nexus' course for free courtesy of Sumúd podcast.
Connect with Dr. Zachary Foster on Instagram @zachary__foster__, @_ZachFoster on Twitter/X and take the Palestine Nexus course at https://palestinenexus.com/course.
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On this special episode of the Sumúd podcast, Ed speaks with Presidential Green party candidate Dr. Jill Stein. A pioneering environmental health advocate and an organizer for people, planet, and peace, Dr. Stein has helped lead initiatives to fight environmental racism, injustice, and pollution, promote healthy communities, and revitalize democracy.
Dr. Stein emphasized her commitment to immediately halt the genocidal war against Palestinians, if elected, by stopping U.S. military aid to Israel, which she argues is illegal under both international and U.S. law. She also called for broader systemic changes, including reclassifying AIPAC as a foreign agent and breaking up corporate media to ensure genuine journalism. This is an interview you don't want to miss!
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In this emotional episode of the Sumúd podcast, Ed speaks with Ashira Darwish, an acclaimed Palestinian journalist, producer, and trauma therapist. Ashira shares her powerful journey, including her work with renowned organizations, experiences of arrest and torture, and her unique approach to holistic healing and resilience building for trauma survivors.
The conversation dives into Ashira's extensive career and contributions, such as her work on the powerful film "Where the Olive Trees Weep," and her trauma therapy project, Catharsis Holistic Healing.
Connect on LinkedIn with Ashira Darwish and on Instagram @premashira.
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