

The Tea with Myriam Francois
The Tea
The Tea with Myriam Francois: Where we spill the tea that everyone else is afraid to serve. đ”đ„ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 15, 2025 âą 1h 15min
Power and Resistance in a gaslit nation
âIf you want fascism to rise, you have to convince white working-class people that their suffering isnât caused by the elite who strip them of resources â itâs because Black and brown people are here. Muslims are here. Donât you know?âIn this eye-opening episode of The Tea with Myriam François, we sit down with multi-award-winning powerhouse Kelechi Okafor and expose the uncomfortable truths the British establishment doesnât want to confront â from the strategic use of anti-Black propaganda to distract from class warfare, to the growing surveillance state targeting working-class and racialised communities.From the vilification of Diane Abbott to the stateâs embrace of surveillance and Britainâs refusal to reckon with slavery reparations, we connect the dots between racism, authoritarianism, and the illusion of inclusion.In this episode, we unpack:đš Diane Abbott & the politics of silencing Black womenđš Britainâs refusal to pay reparations (and who did get paid)đš Surveillance tech, the âBrit Cardâ & the creep of fascismđš The class con driving division in the UKđš What it takes to build real resistance & trustThis isn't just about racism. Itâs about how the power protects itself â and how we can fight back.đ§ Subscribe and listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA đŹ Join the conversation â we need it now more than ever.#TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #KelechiOkafor #DianeAbbott #AntiBlackRacism #UKPolitics #SurveillanceState #ReparationsNow #Fascism #WhiteSupremacy #BritainRacism #SolidarityNotSilence #BlackVoicesMatter #TrustEachOtherAUDIO CREDITS PresenterâProducer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Kelechi OkaforSenior producer: Sara FarolfiProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguAssistant producer: Poppy JacobsVideo Editor: Peter ZacaroliAn MPWR Productions show.đ„ Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodesâ€ïž Support independent journalism that tells hard truths.https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngADisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing.The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 8, 2025 âą 1h 18min
What happens when tech companies hold more power than governments?
In this eye-opening episode of The Tea with Myriam François, we sit down with AI expert Dr. Jaya Klara Brekke, a pioneering voice at the crossroads of technology and justice, to expose the hidden world of AI, surveillance, and data monopolies.From Palantirâs disturbing reach in global scandals to the growing militarisation of AI and the ethical dilemma of Neuralink, we dive deep into the dangerous intersection of technology, power, and control. We expose the blurring lines between private tech companies and governments, as well as the immense power wielded by unelected billionaires.We also explore why AI is becoming the defining arms race of our generation. And with chatbots now playing the role of therapists, we ask: Can we trust AI with our most personal information?In this episode, we unpack:đ Tech Libertarianism: Freedom or Corporate Control?đ The Real Face of Technofascism and Surveillanceđ Palantirâs Role in Data Scandalsđ AI: The New Arms Race of Our Generationđ Why We Should Be Wary of AI TherapyThis conversation isnât just about techâitâs about power, privacy, and whoâs pulling the strings in our digital lives.đ Subscribe here for more bold, unfiltered conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT4kJCZyg26egbPAuJVj2kA đ§ Listen wherever you get your podcasts.#TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #JayaKlaraBrekke #AI #Palantir #ElonMusk #PeterThiel #Neuralink #Surveillance #TechLibertarianism #AIArmsRace #DigitalSovereignty #TechFascism #Privacy #GlobalPower #DataPrivacy CREDITSPresenterâProducer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Dr. Jaya Klara BrekkeSenior producer: Sara FarolfiProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguAssistant producer: Poppy JacobsResearch: Lina AdamsVideo Editor: Peter ZacaroliAn MPWR Productions show.đ„ Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes.â€ïž Support independent journalism that tells hard truths.https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngADisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing.The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 4, 2025 âą 1h 22min
Why is anti-Muslim hate on the rise, and whoâs cashing in?
In this hard-hitting episode of The Tea with Myriam François, we sit down with Sudanese Australian, award-winning writer Yassmin Abdel-Magied to tackle the intersection of identity politics, the surge of white nationalism, and the skyrocketing Islamophobia sweeping the UK. From record hate crimes to a complicit government and media, we uncover the dangerous forces at play.We also take a deep dive into the war in Sudan â âthe worldâs worst humanitarian crisisâ â and ask: Whoâs truly forgotten Sudan? Spoiler: it wasnât us. We expose the global interests behind the violence â from gold to EU migration deals â and how everyday items like âGum Arabic (E414)â are fuelling this war economy.In this episode, we expose:đ Islamophobia in the UK: A Manufactured Threatđ The Rise of White Nationalismđ The Threat of Authoritarianismđ Who Forgot Sudan? đ Gum Arabic, Gold & War Profiteeringđ Why Sudan Matters to All of UsThis episode isnât just about policy â itâs about power, propaganda, and who gets left behind. đ Subscribe for more bold conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMyriamFrancois1đ§ Listen wherever you get your podcasts.CREDITSPresenterâProducer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Yassmin Abdel-Magied Senior producer: Sara FarolfiProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguAssistant producer: Poppy JacobsResearch: Lina AdamsVideo Editor: Max Bubnov#TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #Islamophobia #Sudan #WarCrimes #BritishMedia #MediaComplicity #GlobalSouth #TruthToPower #WhiteNationalism #SudanCrisis #GoldAndConflict #HumanitarianCrisis #GlobalInjusticehttps://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngADisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing.The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 25, 2025 âą 1h 33min
Genocide for sale & the death of mainstream media!
In this unflinching episode of The Tea with Myriam François, we sit down with journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin to confront the mediaâs complicity in power â and the price of telling the truth.From abused children to erased journalists, this is a brutal exposĂ© on how mainstream media narratives are shaped, sanitised, and sold. We break down how coverage of Gaza and Palestinian lives is distorted â and why "mistake" is the mediaâs favourite euphemism for mass murder.We go far beyond headlines to expose:đ The mediaâs âmistakeâ machine: how Israelâs atrocities are rebranded as accidents đ How are Gaza journalists exploited by Western outlets?đ Whatâs behind the mediaâs blind loyalty to the Israeli narrative?đ The Francesca Albanese Report and the complicity of tech giantsđ The collapse of international lawThis episode lays bare the dehumanisation of Palestinians â and the imperialist playbook behind the headlines. This isnât a conversation just about media bias â itâs about the fight for truth in an age of surveillance, censorship, and soft fascism.đ Subscribe for more bold conversations: [link]đ§ Listen wherever you get your podcasts.#TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #GazaGenocide #FrancescaAlbanese #AlbaneseReport #Palestine #TechAndViolence #SurveillanceCapitalism #ArmsTrade #InternationalLaw #WarEconomy #CorporateComplicity #TruthToPowerCREDITSPresenterâProducer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Ahmed Shihab-Eldin Senior producer: Sara FarolfiProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguAssistant producer: Poppy JacobsVideo Editor: Max BubnovAn MPWR Productions show.đ„ Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes.â€ïž Support independent journalism that tells hard truths.https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngADisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing.The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 2025 âą 1h 11min
The World is a Joke!
In this razor-sharp episode of Season 4 of The Tea with Myriam François, we sit down with comedian and political fire-starter Bassem Youssef to unpack the surreal state of power and resistance.Bassem is a former surgeon who swapped scalpels for satire. Dubbed the âJon Stewart of the Arab worldâ, Bassem brings his no-holds-barred analysis to questions that many fear to ask â about complicity, distraction, and how the elite keep uprisings in check.From the fallout of the Epstein files to the IDFâs social media storms, we ask:Whoâs running the show â and how does humour disrupt their script?Together, we explore the thin line between laughter and dissent â and whether satire still has teeth in an age of spin.đ Who gets exposed and who gets protected in the Epstein saga?đ What the IDFâs TikTok game tells usđ Is comedy still a weapon against power or part of the circus?đ Why is Superman making Zionists mad?đ Why global uprisings are so easily crushedđ The elite playbook: distraction, division, dominationThis isnât just laughs â because truth rarely sits easily.đ Subscribe for more bold conversations.đ§ Listen wherever you get your podcasts.#BassemYoussef #PoliticalComedy #PowerAndResistance #Gaza #Palestine#IDF #Israel #HumorAndPolitics #ComedyAsResistance #EpsteinFiles #Trump #MAGA #Superman #SupermanMovie #Hollywood #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancoisPresenterâProducer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Bassem YoussefProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguAssistant Producer: Poppy JacobsResearcher: Lina AdamsVideo Editor: Max BubnovAn MPWR Productions show.đ„ Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes.â€ïž Support independent journalism that tells hard truths.https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngADisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing.The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11, 2025 âą 1h 19min
Climate, Colonization & Gaza: The Hidden Link
Go to https://ground.news/thetea for a better way to stay informed. Subscribe for 40% off unlimited access to world-wide coverage through my link.In this thought-provoking episode of Season 4 of The Tea with Myriam François, we dig deep into one of the most urgent ideas of our time: collective liberation. What does it really mean in a world where dissent is policed and solidarity is splintered?Joining us is CĂ©line Semaan, Lebanese-Canadian designer, writer, and founder of Slow Factory, whose work fuses climate and social justice, political education, creative resistance and storytelling rooted in ancestral wisdom. From surviving war in Lebanon to challenging fast fashion brands, CĂ©line brings lived experience to the table in a way that few can.Together, we unpack whether digital platforms can truly foster revolution, what the consequences of elitism are in activist spaces, and how we can imagine a liberation that is truly shared at a time when even the idea of âcollectiveâ is up for debate.đ What does collective liberation mean in a digital age?đ The criminalisation of dissentđ Fashion brands and genocideđ Are we building movements â or feeding the algorithm?đ How do we navigate contradictions in activismđ Anti-intellectualism and fascismThis is more than a conversation, itâs a call to action to move from slogans to substance.đ Subscribe for more bold conversations.đ§ Listen wherever you get your podcasts.#TheTea #CĂ©lineSemaan #CollectiveLiberation #MyriamFrancois #SlowFactory #DigitalActivism #FreePalestine #PoliticalEducation #ClimateJustice #ClimateCrisis #Decolonize #Gaza #FastFashion #ElitismPresenter, Producer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: CĂ©line SemaanSenior Producer: Sara FarolfiProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguAssistant producer: Poppy JacobsResearcher: Lina AdamsVideo Editor: Max BubnovAn MPWR Productions show.đ„ Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes.â€ïž Support independent journalism that tells hard truths.Click to watch, subscribe for more episodes, and join us on Patreon to support our mission of sharing stories that matter.https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngADisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing.The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 4, 2025 âą 1h 34min
Glastonbury, Vulnerability, and Violence
Glastonbury 2025 made headlines for more than just the music â and in this unfiltered second episode of Season 4 of The Tea with Myriam François, we dive into the political firestorm that shook the festival to its core.Joining the conversation is Jordan Stephens â musician, writer, and one half of Rizzle Kicks â fresh off his first Glasto performance in nine years.Together, we unpack why Palestine resonates so deeply with festivalgoers, what it means to be an artist in a time of protest and political pressure, and how music remains a powerful tool of resistance.Jordan, who recently published his memoir Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak, and Dogs, also opens up about mental health, ADHD, heartbreak, as well as the emotional weight of navigating masculinity in a world that often fails young men, especially young Black men.đ Glastonbury 2025 unpackedđ What is the role of artists in politically charged timesđ The lineage of pain that underlies being a black manđ Why is so difficult to be a manđ Living with ADHDThis is a conversation about art, identity, and resistance â and what it means to speak your truth when the world would rather you stay silent.đ Subscribe for more bold conversations: [link]đ§ Listen wherever you get your podcasts.#TheTea #JordanStephens #Glastonbury2025 #Kneecap #Gaza #PalestineAction #UKPolitics #RizzleKicks #MiriamFrancois #NonToxicMasculinity #ADHD #MusicAndActivism #Avoidance PresenterâProducer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Jordan StephensSenior Producer: Sara FarolfiProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguResearchers: Poppy Jacobs and Lina Adams Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. đ„ Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. â€ïž Support independent journalism that tells hard truths.https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngADisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 27, 2025 âą 58min
âPeople Have the Power to Stop the Siegeâ
Season 4 of The Tea with Myriam François launches today with a heart-wrenching conversation featuring Palestinian writer Ahmed Alnaouq, co-editor of We Are Not Numbers, a groundbreaking anthology of personal stories from young Palestinians.In this powerful episode, Ahmed shares what it means to survive war, censorship, and unimaginable personal loss in Gaza. And makes a direct appeal to the world: âPeople have the power to stop the siege in Gazaâ. Set against the backdrop of an ongoing genocide â where even seeking food can mean death â the conversation explores the meaning of resistance and what real solidarity requires. From the failures of the aid system to the urgency of global inaction, Ahmed challenges us to go beyond symbolic protest and scale up our action: sustained boycotts and relentless pressure on complicit institutions. đ The death trap of the aid machine in Gazađ Why Israel is arming ISIS affiliated gangsđ Palestinians have the right to armed resistanceđ Why the two-state solution is not an option anymore đ People have the power to stop the genocideThis episode is more than just a discussion. It's a call to conscience. We must do more.#TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #Palestine #gazagenocide #BreakIsraelSiege #EndTheBlockade #StandWithGaza #WeAreNotNumbers #FreedomFlotillaPresenterâProducer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Ahmed AlnaouqSenior Producer: Sara FarolfiProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguResearcher: Poppy Jacobs Video Editor: Max Bubnov An MPWR Productions show. đ„ Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes. â€ïž Support independent journalism that tells hard truths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 6, 2025 âą 1h 15min
Gold, AI Surveillance & Gulf Power in the Shadows
Youâve heard about Dubaiâs glittering skylineâbut whatâs buried beneath it?In this explosive episode of The Tea, Dr. Andreas Kriegâdefence analyst and expert on Gulf geopoliticsâjoins Myriam François to pull back the curtain on the UAE and Saudi Arabiaâs growing regional empire.đ From gold smuggled out of Sudan to fund militias and fuel genocideđ From AI-powered smart cities in Saudi Arabia to the weaponisation of surveillanceđ From influencers selling the Dubai dream to activists rotting in Gulf prisonsđ From Gulf-backed Islamophobia campaigns to the global export of censorshipWhat happens when free speech is criminalised, dissent is silenced, and truth is turned into a weapon?This is the war they donât want you to see. This is the power network no one wants to name. Think you know the Middle East? Think again.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MPWR Productions.#TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #AndreasKrieg #GoldSmuggling #UAE #SaudiArabia #GulfPolitics #SudanCrisis #AIControl #DigitalAuthoritarianism #middleeast Presenter-Producer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Dr. Andreas KriegSenior Producer: Madeleine CreanProducer: NadĂšge BizimunguResearcher: Poppy JacobsVideo Editor: Max BubnovAn MPWR Productions show.đș Click to watch, subscribe for more episodes, and join us on Patreon to support fearless journalism.https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngADisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing.The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30, 2025 âą 1h 13min
"Everything I Was Taught⊠Was a Lie"
This week on The Tea with Myriam Francois, journalist and critic of U.S. foreign policy Aaron MatĂ© joins us for a deep dive into Palestine, âJewishness,â and the media narratives around them. As a Jewish voice opposing Israelâs violence, heâs been dismissed and sidelined â but heâs not backing down.From the devastation in Gaza to the discourse in Washington, MatĂ© thoughtfully explores how identity can be instrumentalized, how definitions of antisemitism are being reshaped in politics, and why solidarity with Palestinians is not only compatible with Jewish identity â but essential to its integrity. đ Zionism vs. Judaism â What happens when a political project lays claim to a religious identity?đ Hasbara 2.0 â Israelâs PR machine and the manufacturing of moral consent.đ Gaza and Genocide â Is the world finally waking up to reality?đ Jewish Identity Under Siege â What happens when dissenting Jews are cast out? This episode is a deep dive into the identity politics of empire â and the people refusing to be used by it.#TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #AaronMate #Palestine #JewishVoicesForPeace #GazaUnderAttack #ProjectEsther #IsraelPalestine #MediaPropaganda #Hasbara #USForeignPolicy #DecolonizeNarrativesPresenterâProducer: Dr. Myriam FrançoisGuest: Aaron MatĂ©Senior Producer: NadĂšge BizimunguResearcher: Yasmin MeddourAssistant Producer: Poppy JacobsVideo Editor: Max BubnovAn MPWR Productions show.đ„ Click to watch. Subscribe for new episodes.â€ïž Support independent journalism that tells hard truths.Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law.This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing.The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.