PreOccupation: A Not-So-Brief History of Palestine Bassam
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This podcast is a deep dive into the social, economic, and political history of Palestine. Through the narration of Palestine's history, the podcast hopes to address some of the most common misconceptions about Palestine and Palestinians.
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Mini Series - A History of Palestinian Resistance Part 3 - Karameh
After the Nakba, the Palestinians found themselves dazed, displaced, divided. In part three of this mini-series, we look at how Palestinian resistance rose from the ashes of the Nakba, and the internationalization of the Palestinian struggle in the twentieth century.
(note: please forgive the audio quality!)
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Mini Series - A History of Palestinian Resistance Part 2 - The Three Lives of Izzidine al Qassam
There is perhaps no name more synonymous with Palestinian resistance than that of Izzidine al Qassam. In part two of this mini-series, we explore the life, death, and legacy of Palestine's first martyr.
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Mini Series - A History of Palestinian Resistance Part 1 - A Sky With No Stars
As British Imperialism and Zionist setter colonialism descended upon Palestine, why was there no Palestinian Mao, Che, or Ho Chi Minh? Why did no single Palestinian figure emerge to unite the Palestinians and (successfully) stave off this threat?
This mini-series opener takes a very close look at the learning landscape of Ottoman Palestine, and the learning journeys of the Palestinian notables, in an attempt to answer this question.
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Season 3 - Episode 3 - Bedouin, Peasant, and Urban Palestinians in Late Ottoman Palestine
In this episode we look at the relationships between Bedouin, peasant, and urban Palestinians in late Ottoman Palestine. The episode will also introduce you to one Palestinian and his decades long game of cat and mouse with Ottoman authorities.
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Season 3 Episode 2 - Between the Desert and the Sown
The PreOccupation podcast is back, this time with some reflections on the difficulty of telling the Palestinian story, and a deep dive into one of the most neglected and ignored segments of Palestinian society. Enjoy!
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Mini-Series: "Resistance Inc." Episode 3
This three part mini-series explores the ways that resistance factions carry out their side of the information war, and the impact of the "resistance industry" on the culture of the Arabic speaking world. It is a story that will take you from Beirut to Gaza and back. Enjoy!
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Customer Reviews
Brilliant research
Very thorough and well researched and great listening . Thank you for your efforts in producing something so thorough
Excellent podcast
Well researched episodes with heart, not just facts & stats; pleasant delivery and soothing voice. It’s obvious this podcast is a labour of love. I’m learning so much. Keep up the good work!
Great podcast!
I've been thoroughly enjoying this podcast on the history of Palestine. Bassam’s clear explanations and use of relatable analogies have made it easy for someone like me, with limited prior knowledge, to learn so much. It's been an enlightening and enjoyable journey!