Noam Leshem, author of "Edges of Care: Living and Dying in No Man's Land," examines the urgent political reality of abandoned spaces across the globe. He discusses the complexities of caregiving and isolation in these no man’s lands, highlighting personal narratives from places like Gaza and Syria. Leshem challenges traditional views on abandonment by showcasing how resilient communities thrive despite neglect. The conversation explores identity, responsibility, and reimagines no man’s land as spaces of potential rather than emptiness, urging a deeper understanding of their significance.

Noam Leshem, author of "Edges of Care: Living and Dying in No Man's Land," explores the realities of abandoned spaces across the globe. He discusses the concept of 'no man’s land' in conflict zones, revealing how these areas, often deemed forgotten, are full of life and resilience. From the struggles of Sheikh Saad during the pandemic to Gaza's complex landscape under blockade, Leshem sheds light on the political ramifications of such abandonment and calls for a deeper understanding of care in these communities.