In today’s episode, Omar Baddar speaks with emerging Palestinian UFC star Belal Muhammad, a Palestinian-American mixed martial artist born and raised in Chicago. Belal talks about growing up Palestinian, the challenges inside and outside of the octagon, and the passion he has for spreading awareness on Palestine wherever he’s at.
Jul 2
Israel v. A Pediatrician - The Case of Dr. Husam Abu Safiya
When footage of renowned Palestinian pediatrician Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya appeared before Israel’s Supreme Court, many were shocked by how much he had changed. Shackled, visibly frail, and having lost nearly 40 kilograms in prison, he had already spent more than 18 months in Israel ... Show More
33m 28s
Jun 18
“I Can See My Land, But in the Eyes of the Israelis, I Do Not Exist”
Since 1967, Israel has built and expanded settlements across occupied Palestine, fragmenting Palestinian communities and reshaping the landscape. In this episode of This Is Palestine, Dr. Jad Ishaq, Director General of the Applied Research Institute - Jerusalem (ARIJ) traces how ... Show More
57m 9s
Jun 11
Palestine at the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup: A Conversation with Player Ahmad Al-Qaq
In this episode of This Is Palestine, Diana Buttu speaks with midfielder Ahmed Al-Qaq about his journey from North Carolina to the Palestinian national team. Born and raised in the United States to Palestinian parents, Ahmed reflects on choosing to represent Palestine, the emotio ... Show More
23m 56s
May 2025
The First UFC Palestinian Champion | Confident Muslim | Belal Muhammad and Dr. Omar Suleiman
<p>He was told the Palestinian flag would ruin his career.<br/><br/>He carried it anyway — into the cage, into press conferences, and into history. UFC Champion Belal Muhammad sits with Dr. Omar Suleiman to talk about pain, prayer, and the real fight beyond the cage. <br/><br/>Th ... Show More
33m 51s
Oct 2023
Israeli UFC Fighter Explains HAMAS | Natan Levy
In an exclusive sit-down, Michael Knowles welcomes the fierce Israeli MMA Fighter, Natan Levy, to discuss not just punches but politics. Diving deep into the ongoing conflict with Hamas, Natan offers a unique perspective, blending his experiences inside the ring with those outsid ... Show More
10m 59s
Apr 2024
Huda Ammori | Direct action, Palestine Action & shutting down Elbit | BB #125
<p>In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the co-founder of the Palestine Action group, Huda Ammori. </p>
Topics of discussion include:
<ul><li>Huda's heritage and background. Huda before Palestine Action. </li>
<li>How, and when did Huda get in ... Show More
1h 13m
Oct 2024
Reframing Global Narratives with Salem Barahmeh
Today, we are honored to have Salem Barahmeh, a dynamic figure whose life journey spans from the heart of Palestine to the global stage. Growing up between Jerusalem and Jericho during the first and second Intifadas, Salem's early life was marked by the harsh realities of aparthe ... Show More
1s