
Zaid Jilani
Independent journalist, formerly with The Intercept. Provides insights on Georgia politics and voter trends.
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Mar 13, 2025 • 53min
The Telepathy Tapes, Autism, and the Paranormal
Zaid Jilani, a journalist focused on politics and culture, and Jeffrey Kripal, a philosophy professor and author, tackle the provocative claims of The Telepathy Tapes. They explore whether nonverbal autistic individuals truly possess telepathic abilities, critically examining the impacts of such claims on the autistic community. The discussion navigates the intersection of skepticism, science, and belief, emphasizing the ethical considerations surrounding facilitated communication techniques. They advocate for open-mindedness while calling for integrity in evaluating extraordinary claims.

Nov 7, 2024 • 1h 37min
Episode 421 - "The Power of Trump" (w/ Katie Halper, Zaid Jilani, Malaika Jabali)
In this lively discussion, Katie Halper, a sharp commentator on political narratives, joins independent journalists Zaid Jilani and Malaika Jabali to dissect Trump’s surprising electoral impact. They dive into how the Democratic Party has miscalculated its appeal to minority voters, especially regarding identity politics. Zaid sheds light on changing voter dynamics in Georgia, while Malaika provides on-the-ground insights from Wisconsin. The trio emphasizes the need for the Democrats to adapt their strategies to reconnect with working-class constituents and challenge existing power structures.