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Zakaria Amara
Former member of the Toronto 18 who served nearly 17 years in prison for terrorism-related convictions and is the episode's primary interview subject about his background, arrest, and rehabilitation.
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Oct 10, 2025
• 34min
Zak and Michelle
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Zakaria Amara, a former member of the Toronto 18, shares his journey from terrorist convictions to rehabilitation after nearly 17 years in prison. Journalist Michelle Shephard, who covered the case extensively, discusses the media's role and the consequences of Islamophobia. Zak opens up about his radicalization post-9/11, the planning behind the bomb plot, and the emotional toll of isolation during his incarceration. They delve into his struggles for parole and the challenges of reintegrating into society while confronting his past.
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