

The Take
Al Jazeera
The Take is a daily interview-driven international news podcast hosted by award-winning journalist Malika Bilal. Each episode focuses on conversations with journalists and people directly impacted by the news of the day, offering our listeners the context necessary to understand what's in the headlines.
With millions of global listens, it's clear the conversations we're having on The Take are worth hearing. And critics think so too. The show has won the Online Journalism Awards, the Signal Awards, Lovie Awards, and Anthem Awards, among others.
With millions of global listens, it's clear the conversations we're having on The Take are worth hearing. And critics think so too. The show has won the Online Journalism Awards, the Signal Awards, Lovie Awards, and Anthem Awards, among others.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 20min
Behind a backlash to feminism in South Korea
Freelance journalist Haein Shim and activist Lee Yeeun discuss the backlash to feminism in South Korea. Topics include the 4B movement advocating women to refuse marriage, childbirth, dating, and sex with men, the rise of anti-feminist rhetoric, gender discrimination, wage disparities, violence against women, and the empowerment of women through the For B feminist movement challenging traditional norms.

Jul 16, 2024 • 17min
Trump shooting shakes up presidential election
Kimberly Halkett, AJE White House Correspondent, discusses the impact of the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump on the upcoming presidential election. The podcast explores security failures, potential voter sway, and the history of political violence in the US. It also analyzes how Trump and Biden's responses shape their campaigns.

Jul 15, 2024 • 17min
After Trump assassination attempt, what's in store for the Republican convention?
Al Jazeera Correspondent and Wisconsin Examiner Reporter discuss security preparations and community reactions for the Republican convention after a failed assassination attempt on Trump. Topics include Milwaukee's readiness, Trump's influence on the RNC, party platform policies, abortion stance, VP pick speculations, and voter enthusiasm polls.

Jul 14, 2024 • 7min
Brief: Assassin targets Trump, Israel kills more than 90 in "safe zone"
Middle East correspondent Mahmoud Alshawa discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza, including the attempted assassination of Donald Trump and Israel's deadly attacks. The podcast sheds light on the humanitarian crisis and repercussions on ceasefire negotiations.

Jul 13, 2024 • 22min
Another Take: Can foreign intervention save Haiti from gang violence?
Discussion on the approval of a multinational police force led by Kenya to intervene in Haiti's gang violence crisis. Debate on the effectiveness of foreign intervention considering past failures. Exploration of the rise of a vigilante movement in response to government failure in Haiti. Examination of the challenges faced by the Haitian population and the potential impact of international involvement on Haiti's future.

Jul 12, 2024 • 20min
What does Copa America tell us about football in the US?
The Copa America was supposed to be a dress rehearsal for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But sacked coaches, a brawl, and an early exit for the United States threaten to overshadow the Lionel Messi mania ahead of the final between Argentina and Colombia in Miami. Where does football in the US go from here? In this episode: Jon Arnold (@arnoldcommajon), Football Writer, Getting CONCACAFed Episode credits: This episode was produced by Ashish Malhotra and Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, with Duha Mosaad, Manahil Naveed, Veronique Eshaya, and our host Malika Bilal. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Joe Plourde mixed this episode. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik. Munera Al Dosari and Adam Abou-Gad are our engagement producers. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer, and Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera's head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

Jul 11, 2024 • 17min
Israel’s backdoor annexation of the occupied West Bank
Hagit Ofran discusses Israel's backdoor annexation plan for the West Bank, highlighting the illegal confiscation of Palestinian land and the challenges faced by Palestinian communities. The leaked strategy involves changing governance to increase control over the territory, posing a threat to Palestinian statehood amidst ongoing land seizures by Israel.

Jul 10, 2024 • 20min
Project 2025: a blueprint for a conservative takeover
What would a second Trump presidency look like? One possible vision is laid out in Project 2025, a plan by the Heritage Foundation that’s ringing alarm bells with celebrities, activists, and the Biden administration. It aims to transform the federal government. What vision does it lay out for the future of US democracy? In this episode: Reed Galen (@reedgalen), Co-founder of The Lincoln Project Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Chloe K. Li, and Ashish Malhotra, with Duha Mosaad, Manahil Naveed, Mohammed Zain Shafi Khan, Veronique Eshaya, and our host Malika Bilal. Alex Roldan is our sound designer. Joe Plourde mixed this episode. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik. Munera Al Dosari and Adam Abou-Gad are our engagement producers. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer, and Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera's head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

Jul 9, 2024 • 19min
What changes if Joe Biden steps down?
Al Jazeera English Journalist Ali Harb discusses the speculation around Joe Biden potentially stepping down, the age concerns and performance debate, potential successors within the Democratic Party, and the implications of Biden's withdrawal on the party's platform and the Democratic Convention.

Jul 8, 2024 • 18min
After anti-Syrian riots in Turkey, what's next?
Sinem Köseoğlu, Al Jazeera Turkey Correspondent, discusses the anti-Syrian riots in Turkey and the implications for Syrian refugees. Topics include escalating tensions, dynamics of anti-refugee sentiment, challenges faced by Syrian refugees, and the need for stability.