

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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May 28, 2024 • 17min
Why all eyes are on Rafah
Freelance journalist Akram Al Satarri and Al Jazeera Senior Correspondent Imran Khan discuss the Israeli airstrike in Rafah, leading to global condemnation. They address the tragic events, challenges of aid delivery, and the complexities of accountability amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

May 27, 2024 • 25min
The quest to divest from Israel at Earlham College
Recent Earlham graduate Nolia Wilcox, Professor Steve Tamari, and alumna Amal Tamari discuss the challenges of divesting from Israel at Earlham College. They explore the disappointment of students, the college's connection to Palestine, the ongoing divestment efforts, and the advocacy for change amidst political consciousness and activism.

May 26, 2024 • 7min
Brief: Israel ignores ICJ ruling on Rafah, loosens settler restrictions
Freelance journalist Akram Al Satarri and Nida Ibrahim discuss Israel's defiance of ICJ ruling on Rafah, settler restrictions easing, and arrest warrants for leaders. The episode covers the ongoing conflict in Gaza, the siege on Al-Audah hospital, international recognition of a Palestinian state, and legal actions against Israel and Hamas leaders.

May 25, 2024 • 23min
Another Take: Is Ireland changing the consensus on Israel-Palestine?
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on June 4, 2021. None of the references from that time have been changed. Ireland is the first EU country to condemn "de facto annexation" of Palestinian land. The two-state solution has been conventional wisdom for a generation. As the Israeli political landscape shifts, does Ireland’s move show that reality is intruding on the international consensus? In this episode: Shelley Deane, political analyst Omar Baddar, Palestinian-American political analyst Episode credits: This episode was updated by Sarí el-Khalili. The original production team was Alexandra Locke, Ney Alvarez, Priyanka Tilve, Amy Walters, Negin Owliaei, Dina Kesbeh, Tom Fenton, and Stacey Samuel. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik. Adam Abou-Gad is our engagement producer. 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

May 24, 2024 • 17min
What impact can recognizing a Palestinian state have?
Exploring the parallels between Spain's recognition of Palestine and its historical fight against fascism. Discussing the implications of recognition, Israel's response, and the importance of tangible actions beyond symbolism in resolving the conflict.

May 23, 2024 • 14min
What the US doctors who evacuated Gaza left behind
Former US Army combat trauma surgeon, Dr. Adam Hamawy, and Palestinian-American ICU doctor, Dr. Mohamad Abdelfattah, discuss the challenges faced in Gaza, including treating severe injuries amidst conflict, the evacuation of international doctors, and the ongoing medical crisis. They highlight the importance of continuous medical aid and call for action to end civilian casualties.

May 22, 2024 • 19min
Hush money, a gag order, and protests: the Trump-Stormy Daniels trial
Al Jazeera Correspondent Kristen Saloomey discusses the scandal surrounding Donald Trump's alleged affair with Stormy Daniels and the hush money involved. They delve into the impact on Trump's campaign, legal trial details, media manipulation, and the clash of norms in politics and student protests.

May 21, 2024 • 16min
After the death of Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi, what’s next?
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi's death in a helicopter crash sparks uncertainty in Iran. The aftermath explores legacy, political transition, and internal challenges post-Raisi. Discussions on appointing acting president & foreign minister and analyzing Iran's political landscape and recent developments.

May 20, 2024 • 24min
Inside the journey across the Darien Gap
The Darien Gap is a dangerous stretch of jungle on a strip of land that connects North and South America. In recent years, stricter Central American border policies have driven hundreds of thousands of people to make this treacherous trek. The number of children among them has skyrocketed. We follow one family as they navigate the crossing. In this episode: John Holman (@johnholman100), Al Jazeera English Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker and Fahrinisa Campana, with Manahil Navid and Tabish Talal, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. The Take production team is Amy Walters, Ashish Malhotra, Catherine Nouhan, Chloe K. Li, David Enders, Duha Mosaad, Khaled Soltan, Manahil Naveed, Marcos Bartolomé, Sarí el-Khalili, Sonia Bhagat, Tabish Talib, Tamara Khandaker, and Zaina Badr. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. 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

May 19, 2024 • 9min
Brief: Iranian helicopter carrying president, foreign minister missing
Israeli politician Hani Mahmo and other experts discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza, US military aid approval, mounting pressure on Benjamin Netanyahu, civilian casualties, approval of weapons by the White House, challenges in aid delivery to Gaza, fuel shortages, limited hospital capacity, and international legal repercussions.