Centre Stage

Al Jazeera English

Centre Stage is an interview podcast where influential thought leaders share their perspectives on pressing world issues.

  1. Ons Jabeur on Gaza, gender and speaking up in sport

    19. apr.

    Ons Jabeur on Gaza, gender and speaking up in sport

    Tunisian tennis player Ons Jabeur opens up about challenges on the court, athletes speaking out and having her first child. Ons Jabeur is the Qatar Foundation international ambassador of its Creating Pathways program. The five-sport program that aims to expand opportunities for women and girls, develop local athletic talent, and create sustainable pathways from grassroots participation to high-performance sport.

    22 min.
  2. The war on UNRWA: Gaza and the erosion of intl law

    22. feb.

    The war on UNRWA: Gaza and the erosion of intl law

    Since October 2023, UNRWA has faced attacks by Israel’s government, funding cuts from the US, and legal cases questioning the organisation's neutrality. During that time, Israeli forces have killed more than 380 UNRWA staff in Gaza.In this episode of Centre Stage, Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Hassan speaks with UNRWA’s commissioner general, Philippe Lazzarini, about Israel’s ban on the agency and what he calls a turning point for international law and the global order.

    28 min.
  3. Foreign influence & Somalia’s fight for unity

    19. jan.

    Foreign influence & Somalia’s fight for unity

    In this episode of Centre Stage, Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Hassan speaks with Ali Omar, Somalia’s minister of state for foreign affairs, about Somaliland’s secession bid backed by Israel, the fight against al-Shabab and Somalia’s break with the UAE.

    25 min.
  4. The challenge of transitional justice

    16.12.2025

    The challenge of transitional justice

    In this episode of Centre Stage, lawyer and international justice expert Ruben Carranza says that who stands trial at the ICC reflects the priorities of the countries enforcing its mandates and reflects on his work in the Philippines and elsewhere helping institute transitional justice mechanisms. This episode is hosted by Al Jazeera Digital’s Mohamed Hassan.  Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    25 min.
  5. The 1930s 2.0 & the collapse of American soft power

    30.11.2025

    The 1930s 2.0 & the collapse of American soft power

    In this episode of Centre Stage, political philosopher and historian Roy Casagranda delivers a sharp analysis of the US. He explains why the US is increasingly relying on military and economic coercion, and why the global landscape today feels eerily like the “1930s 2.0”.This episode is hosted by Al Jazeera English’s Cyril Vanier. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    27 min.
  6. Trita Parsi on Iran, the US and the Middle East

    26.11.2025

    Trita Parsi on Iran, the US and the Middle East

    Iranian-born author and professor Trita Parsi joins Centre Stage to unpack the history between the US and Iran, Iran’s nuclear ambitions and Washington's role as a strategic player in an increasingly divided world. He also breaks down Tehran’s relationships with groups like Hezbollah and Hamas and how those alliances have shaped its regional position. Parsi is also the co-founder and executive vice president of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.   Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    25 min.
  7. Fired Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah on free speech

    31.10.2025

    Fired Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah on free speech

    In this episode of Centre Stage, our guest is journalist Karen Attiah. The Washington Post fired Attiah in September from her role as Global Opinions editor over one of her social media posts. It was written in the aftermath of the assassination of American right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk.Attiah, who’d been with The Washington Post for more than a decade, is contesting the decision, calling it unjust. She explains how she found out she lost her job, the state of free speech in the US and why she says everyone should be concerned about today’s political climate.Natasha Ghoneim is a senior correspondent. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    22 min.
  8. Beyond the rubble: The cost of a Palestinian state

    29.10.2025

    Beyond the rubble: The cost of a Palestinian state

    Dr Mohammed Mustafa joins Centre Stage to talk about the horrific realities he witnessed during his volunteer postings in Gaza. The Australian emergency physician of Palestinian heritage witnessed first-hand Israel’s war on Gaza and discusses the immense pressure of making life-and-death decisions and what recognition of Palestinian statehood really means at this stage. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

    25 min.
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Centre Stage is an interview podcast where influential thought leaders share their perspectives on pressing world issues.

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  • Kanal
    Al Jazeera English
  • Skaber
    Al Jazeera Media Network
  • Aktive år
    2023 - 2026
  • Episoder
    54
  • Vurdering
    Ikke anstødeligt
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    Centre Stage
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