Sumud Podcast: Inspired by Palestine

In this emotional episode of the Sumúd podcast, Ed speaks with Ashira Darwish, an acclaimed Palestinian journalist, producer, and trauma therapist. Ashira shares her powerful journey, including her work with renowned organizations, experiences of arrest and torture, and her unique approach to holistic healing and resilience building for trauma survivors. The conversation dives into Ashira's extensive career and contributions, such as her work on the powerful film "Where the Olive Trees Weep," and her trauma therapy project, Catharsis Holistic Healing.Connect on LinkedIn with Ashira Darwish and on Instagram @premashira.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Sumúd Podcast, we're joined by Paul Biggar, the founder of tech for Palestine, a coalition of leaders, where thousands of tech workers collaborate on projects to advance the cause of Palestinian freedom. Paul shares his thoughts on the morality and politics within the tech industry, including bias in AI and the use of technologies in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Lastly, he outlines potential solutions and ways the public can support pro-Palestine tech initiatives.Connect with Paul on Twitter and Instagram @paulbiggar. You can also follow Tech For Palestine on Twitter @tech4palestine and Instagram @techforpalestine.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation.Useful links to reviewhttps://techforpalestine.orghttps://ppm.techforpalestine.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, activist, advocate and author Medea Benjamin joins the podcast. Medea is the co-founder of the women led peace group, Code Pink, a feminist grassroots organization, working to end U.S. warfare and imperialism, support peace and human rights initiatives, and redirect resources into healthcare, education, green jobs, and other life affirming programs.Connect with Medea on Twitter @medeabenjamin, Instagram @medea.benjamin and LinkedIn at Medea Benjamin to join the conversation.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writer, activist, and political commentator Phyllis Bennis joins this episode of Sumúd Podcast. Phyllis shares her journey from having a Zionist upbringing to becoming a prominent critic of Israeli policies and an advocate for Palestinian justice. Phyllis is a Fellow of the Institute for Policy Studies, directs the Institute’s New Internationalism Project and serves as an international advisor for Jewish Voices for Peace. She has also written numerous publications, including the book 'Understanding the Palestinian Israeli Conflict', a primer, and appears frequently on U.S. and international television, including the NewsHour on PBS, Democracy Now!, MSNBC, BBC, Al Jazeera, and CNN International. Connect with Phyllis on LinkedIn at Phyllis Bennis to join the conversation.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of the Sumúd podcast, we uplift, empower, and amplify Palestinian American Aline Batarseh, the Executive Director of Visualizing Palestine, which uses data and research to visually communicate Palestinian experiences to provoke narrative change.Check out Visualizing Palestine's website at on YouTube at https://visualizingpalestine.org/.Connect with Aline on LinkedIn at Aline Batarseh to join the conversation.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Libyan American Kayem joined us on the latest episode to talk about his experience growing up on the run from political persecution, finding community where he landed and his musical journey.Check out Kayem's music on YouTube at youtube.com/@Kayem.Connect with Kayem on Twitter/X or Instagram @ThisisKayem to join the conversation.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive Director of UNRWA USA, Mara Kronenfeld joins Dr. Ed Hasan on this powerful episode of Sumúd podcast. Mara shares her unique journey as a Jewish-American of learning history and un-learning mythology about Israeli and Palestinian history. UNRWA USA’s mission lifts up the voices, experiences, and humanity of Palestine refugees to secure American support for resources essential to every human being, for the promise of a better life. In Mara’s role, she leads a team in the United States to educate the American public about the plight of Palestine refugees and raise funds for UNRWA’s critical programs in the Middle East.To take action for a ceasefire visit unrwausa.org/contact-congress to send a pre-drafted letter/email or call/tweet your community reps.Connect with Mara Kronenfeld on Twitter/X or Instagram @MaraKronenfeld to join the conversation.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Sumúd Podcast, Amer Zahr joins Dr. Ed Hasan.Amer is a comedian, speaker, writer, law professor, and activist renowned for his insightful humor that bridges cultural divides. Amer discussed his journey into comedy and academia, highlighting his unique blend of humor and sharp critique to address serious subjects like Palestinian rights, American politics, and racial and cultural representation.Connect with Amer Zahr on Twitter @AmerZahr or Instagram @amerzahr to join the conversation.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The National Executive Director at ADC, Abed Ayoub, joined us on a powerful episode of the Sumúd podcast. The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee is committed to defending the rights of Arab Americans. Abed discusses his strong Arab community in Dearborn and how its influence shaped his advocacy.Connect with Abed Ayoub on Twitter/X on @aayoub or LinkedIn to join the conversation.Connect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Palestinian-American artist Waheeb Nasan joins us on the latest episode of the Sumúd Podcast. Renowned for his compelling songs advocating Palestinian liberation and as the creator of the Sumúd Podcast theme music, Waheeb has a unique story to tell. Beyond his music, Waheeb inspires up-and-coming Palestinian kids, encouraging them through his artistic expression.Dr. Ed shares how he first encountered Waheeb’s music and then explores Waheeb’s profound connection with his ancestral village, al-Mughayyir. Join us to delve into the influences that shape his artistry and the powerful messages he conveys through his music.Connect with Waheeb Nasan on Instagram on @wabeebnasanConnect with Dr. Ed Hasan on Instagram @DrEdHasan or LinkedIn to join the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices