This chapter dives into a multifaceted discussion on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, blending humor with a serious examination of the humanitarian crisis and emotional toll on individuals involved. The speakers address the challenges of engaging in controversial conversations while navigating personal beliefs and societal pressures. Through heartfelt anecdotes, they explore the intersections of identity, politics, and the impact of historical events on ongoing struggles for peace.
The conflict in Gaza is heartbreaking, so we decided to have different perspectives on to help us learn more. For the Palestinian perspective we welcome Bassem Youssef.
Bassem Youssef is a comedian, author and political commentator from Egypt who now lives in the United States.
Bassem joins Theo to help us understand how Hamas came to be, that Palestine is being occupied, and to share his ideas for solution.