In this episode of This is Palestine, host Diana Buttu takes us to the heart of Gaza, where education—once the cornerstone of Palestinian resilience—is under siege. Meet Salma, a 12-year-old student who dreams of becoming a journalist, and Fatima, a university student who refuses to give up on her education despite Israel’s relentless bombings, displacement, ... Show More
Sep 10
Palestine to Compete in Baseball at the 2026 Asian Games
Palestine is heading to the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games baseball tournament this September. In this episode, Nader Ihmoud shares the story of a Palestinian baseball team built across borders, from Gaza to Chicago, including the players who brought the team together, those it ha ... Show More
16m 45s
Sep 3
A Palestinian American Defends His Home From Israeli Settlers
Illegal Israeli settlers have been besieging three Palestinian homes in the town of Qusra, south of Nablus, for almost a month. Loui Ridi, one of the homeowners, is a Palestinian American who came all the way from the United States to the West Bank to protect his home. Loui and t ... Show More
22m 24s
Aug 2024
At Birzeit University, the fight for education under occupation
Palestinian university students in the occupied West Bank live under the constant threat of arrest by the Israeli military, often without trial or charges. At Birzeit University, a center of Palestinian intellectual life, a staff member who documents those arrests explains the ch ... Show More
19m 10s
May 2024
Dr. Samia Al Farra :"From Gaza to Educator: A Woman's Journey of Resilience and Inspiration"
In this episode of "Kharifni 3an Falasteen," we delve into the inspiring journey of a remarkable woman from Gaza who shares how her experiences shaped her into the educator she is today. Join us as she reflects on the challenges, resilience, and moments of inspiration that propel ... Show More
37m 50s
Apr 2024
Scholars Against Genocide
Featuring Noura Erakat, Avi Shlaim, Ussama Makdisi, Ilan Pappé, Ghada Ageel Hamdan, and Abdel Razzaq Takriti on the ongoing Israeli genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Recorded at the World Academic Forum for Palestine in Houston. We’ll be back next week with episode eight of ... Show More
2h 16m