Unapologetic: The Third Narrative

In this episode, hosts Amira and Ibrahim are joined by the incredible Ashager Araro, an Ethiopian Jewish activist with a vibrant spirit and boundless charisma. Ashager founded Battae, an Ethiopian heritage center where she highlights the rich Ethiopian Jewish story through art, music, food, and personal narratives.Amira, Ibrahim, and Ashager delve into the shared and unique experiences of their communities as minorities in Israel, while Ashager takes us on a powerful journey through her culture, story, and community.Trigger Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of violence, death, and suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners.Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@thirdnarrative⁠Subscribe to us on Patreon: ⁠ThirdNarrative⁠For more info on Third Narrative, visit our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠ or ⁠uttn.net⁠Disclaimer:This episode was released on April 5, 2024. The facts presented in this episode reflect what was known at the time, but new information may have since come to light. Similarly, the opinions expressed by the hosts were shaped by our perspectives at the time of recording and may have evolved as events unfolded. Please note that engagement with our guests does not imply endorsement, and the views expressed by our guests do not necessarily represent our beliefs, either on or off our platform. What stays consistent is our commitment to a just and united future—because we all deserve better.

Exploring the significance of Ramadan for Muslims, Ramadan traditions, impact of death on religious beliefs, political tensions during Ramadan in Jerusalem, and reflections on martyrdom and Al-Aqsa Mosque. Delve into the challenges of managing security and de-escalation in Jerusalem, along with discussions on West Bank permits, humanitarian aid, and hopes for peace.

Alana Zeitchik, an American-Israeli advocate for hostages taken by Hamas, shares the complex reality facing her family. The podcast explores personal stories of resilience and hope in Israel during conflict, the emotional journey of hostage return, misconceptions about ceasefires in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and promotes unity for a better future.

This episode is part two of the hosts' conversation with analyst and activist Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib. In this episode, Ahmed tells the ins and outs of his experience attending UNRWA schools and gives his own analysis of Hamas and the current war. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@thirdnarrative⁠⁠Subscribe to us on Patreon: ⁠⁠ThirdNarrative⁠⁠For more info on Third Narrative, visit our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠ or ⁠uttn.net⁠

On this episode of Unapologetic, Amira and Ibrahim host guest Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, a Gazan American analyst who has recently gained popularity for his anti-Hamas sentiments in addition to his honest criticism of Israel. Join our hosts and their guest as they delve into the upbringing and brutal reality of being a Gazan. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@thirdnarrative⁠⁠Subscribe to us on Patreon: ⁠⁠ThirdNarrative⁠⁠For more info on Third Narrative, visit our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠ or ⁠uttn.net⁠

Ibrahim and Amira join Itay and Hannah to discuss terms like boycott and resistance, explore perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and advocate for unity between Jewish and Arab citizens. They delve into the complexities of the BDS movement and share visions for a future of dignity and equality for all Palestinians.

This time on Unapologetic, Ibrahim and Amira are joined by their first-ever Druze guest, Mansour Ashkar. In this episode, Mansour shares his personal experience as part of the Druze community in Israel, his reality and challenges. While his insights are interesting, we encourage our listeners to engage with more Druze voices and further explore their history, culture, and religion. As a minority in our region, the Druze people deserve a better life, and it's essential to recognize and support their rights and dignity. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of this fascinating community!Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@thirdnarrative⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠ThirdNarrative⁠⁠⁠For more info on Third Narrative, visit our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠ or ⁠uttn.net⁠Disclaimer:This episode was released on June 6, 2024. The facts presented in this video reflect what was known at the time, but new information may have since come to light. Similarly, the opinions expressed by the hosts were shaped by our perspectives at the time of recording and may have evolved as events unfolded. Please note that engagement with guests does not imply endorsement, and the views expressed by our guests do not necessarily represent our beliefs, either on or off our platform. What stays consistent is our commitment to a just and united future—because we all deserve better.

This time on Unapologetic, Ibrahim and Amira are joined by their first-ever Druze guest, Mansour Ashkar. In this episode, Mansour shares his personal experience as part of the Druze community in Israel, his reality and challenges. While his insights are interesting, we encourage our listeners to engage with more Druze voices and further explore their history, culture, and religion. As a minority in our region, the Druze people deserve a better life, and it's essential to recognize and support their rights and dignity. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of this fascinating community!Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@thirdnarrative⁠⁠Subscribe to us on Patreon: ⁠⁠ThirdNarrative⁠⁠For more info on Third Narrative, visit our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠ or ⁠uttn.net⁠Disclaimer:This episode was released on June 6, 2024. The facts presented in this video reflect what was known at the time, but new information may have since come to light. Similarly, the opinions expressed by the hosts were shaped by our perspectives at the time of recording and may have evolved as events unfolded. Please note that engagement with guests does not imply endorsement, and the views expressed by our guests do not necessarily represent our beliefs, either on or off our platform. What stays consistent is our commitment to a just and united future—because we all deserve better.

In this episode, Ibrahim and Amira are joined by a special guest, Adam Chitayat, an American-Jewish film director. Adam takes the role of audience representative, delivering thought-provoking questions submitted by our listeners. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that bridges diverse views and experiences.Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@thirdnarrative⁠⁠Subscribe to us on Patreon: ⁠⁠ThirdNarrative⁠⁠For more info on Third Narrative, visit our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠For more info on Third Narrative, visit our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠ or ⁠uttn.net⁠Disclaimer:This episode was released on January 12, 2024. The facts presented in this video reflect what was known at the time, but new information may have since come to light. Similarly, the opinions expressed by the hosts were shaped by our perspectives at the time of recording and may have evolved as events unfolded. Please note that engagement with this content does not imply endorsement, and the views expressed by our guests do not necessarily represent our beliefs, either on or off our platform. What stays consistent is our commitment to a just and united future—because we all deserve better.

In this episode, Ibrahim and Amira host their first guest, Palestinian peace activist Hamze Awawdeh. Hamze shares his story and upbringing in the West Bank, reality and challenges, and his decision to devote his life and career towards peace advocacy.Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@thirdnarrative⁠⁠Subscribe to us on Patreon: ⁠⁠ThirdNarrative⁠⁠For more info on Third Narrative, visit our ⁠⁠Linktree⁠⁠ or ⁠uttn.net⁠