Bad Hasbara - The World's Most Moral Podcast Bad Hasbara 89: Orange You Sad? with Francesca Fiorentini
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Feb 28, 2025 
Francesca Fiorentini, host of the Bitchuation Room and well-known for her astute political commentary, joins the conversation. They delve into the tragic death of the Bibas family in Gaza, exploring how media narratives exploit civilian casualties. Francesca offers sharp insights on the intersection of tragedy and propaganda, while the team also critiques the absurdity of political rhetoric linked to Zionism. Expect laughter amid serious discussions as they navigate the complexities of identity and representation in a politically charged landscape.
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Bibas Family Propaganda
- The Bibas family, including baby Kefir, became the face of the genocide rationale.
- Their deaths were used in propaganda, despite Hamas reporting their deaths months earlier.
Weaponizing Infant Deaths
- Israeli propaganda weaponizes images of dead babies, prioritizing certain victims.
- This tactic manipulates emotions to justify violence and dehumanize Palestinians.
Hamas' Early Announcement
- Hamas's early announcement of the Bibas family's deaths, and offer to return bodies, contradicted Israeli narratives.
- This suggests Israel withheld the truth for propaganda purposes.