New Books Network Radio ReOrient Season 13 Round up, hosted by Saeed Khan, Amina Easat Daas, Marchella Ward and Claudia Radiven
Jan 16, 2026
The hosts reflect on themes of resistance, global Islamophobia, and the implications of ethno-nationalism. They connect contemporary issues to historical events like the Filton 24 hunger strike, examining how these struggles echo past resistances. Discussions include the criminalization of Arab identity, the construction of 'deserving' migrants, and the impact of online Islamophobia. They explore how Muslimized narratives can enhance solidarity within diverse communities, setting the stage for the future of Critical Muslim Studies.
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Season Focused On Resistance And Interconnection
- Season 13 centered on resistance, global Islamophobia, and ethno-nationalism across multiple cases like Uyghurs and Palestinians.
- Hosts link these phenomena as interconnected manifestations of structural racism and imperialism.
Islamophobia Shapes Political Prisoner Treatment
- The Filton 24 hunger strike prompted discussion of Islamophobia shaping treatment of political prisoners.
- Saeed Khan links Islamophobia to imperial tactics and compares it to past colonial-era responses.
Historical Parallels Strengthen Solidarity
- Hosts draw parallels between Irish anti-colonial struggles and Palestinian resistance.
- These solidarities reveal repeating patterns of ethno-nationalism and state repression.
