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Third Rail

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Voice of Reason?: Ofer Cassif on Peace and Justice in the Israel-Hamas Conflict

March 21, 2024 00:56 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

In this episode, we delve into the complexities of the Israel-Hamas conflict with Israeli politician Ofer Cassif, a prominent yet controversial voice in Israel known for his advocacy of social justice and peace. We begin by discussing the recent Hamas-led attack on October 7th and its implications for the ongoing conflict. Ofer shares his perspectives on the current war, offering insights into the underlying dynamics and the impact on both Israel and Gaza. Join us for a thought-provoking con...

Michael Oren on the Israel-Hamas Conflict

February 02, 2024 06:13 - 27 minutes - 21.1 MB

I sit down with Michael Oren, the former Israeli ambassador to the United States, to discuss Israel's current campaign to root out Hamas in the Gaza Strip. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Turning Tragedy into Triumph: Abid Shamdeen's Journey with Nadia's Initiative and Yazidi Community Renewal

November 13, 2023 19:01 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MB

In this episode, join us on an inspiring journey with Abid Shamdeen, as he shares powerful insights into the transformative work of Nadia's Initiative in the aftermath of the Yazidi genocide in Iraq. From navigating tragedy to fostering triumph, Abid sheds light on the resilience of the Yazidi people and the impactful role of Nadia's Initiative in rebuilding lives and their community. Discover how Nadia's Initiative continues to shape narratives of recovery and triumph for the Yazidi people....

Akhmed Zakayev: From Conflict to Conversation

November 01, 2023 03:33 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MB

In this episode, I have the special privilege of speaking with the Prime Minister of Chechnya in exile, Mr. Akhmed Zakayev. Mr. Zakayev has lived an incredible life - from a Chechen fighter to one of their most well-known statesman. Mr. Zakayev provides fascinating insights into his life, the state of Chechnya today, his contributions to Ukraine in their war against Russia, as well as his views on the current Israel-Hamas conflict. Special thank you to my interpreter, Elena. --- Support ...

Voices from the Frontlines: Inside the NRF's Fight Against the Taliban with Ali Nazary

August 03, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

We sit down today with Ali Maisam Nazary, the head of Foreign Relations for the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan, currently, the only force within the country resisting Taliban rule. Today, Afghanistan's people have suffered immensely and the country has become a breeding ground for terrorism. We go inside their fight and learn about their vision for a future Afghanistan. https://www.nationalresistance.org/en/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jer...

Voices from the Frontlines: Inside the NRF's Fight Against the Taliban with Ali Maisam Nazary

August 03, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

We sit down today with Ali Maisam Nazary, the head of Foreign Relations for the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan, currently, the only force within the country resisting Taliban rule. Today, Afghanistan's people have suffered immensely and the country has become a breeding ground for terrorism. We go inside their fight and learn about their vision for a future Afghanistan. https://www.nationalresistance.org/en/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jer...

Sami Steigmann Holocaust Survivor Testimony Part 1/3

July 25, 2023 06:37 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

Part 1 of a 3 part series documenting the life of Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Rami Aman, Gaza Strip Activist and former Hamas prisoner

July 07, 2023 04:01 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

A brief conversation with Rami Aman, a peace activist from the Gaza Strip currently based in Egypt. Rami made headlines in April 2020 for being arrested and tortured by Hamas after organizing a Skype call with Israelis. Not really much of an interview but more so allowing Rami to share his life story. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

MK Ofer Cassif

June 05, 2023 03:24 - 53 minutes - 48.4 MB

What's up guys, today I sit down with controversial left-wing Israeli politician Ofer Cassif and delve deeper into his views on the Arab-Israeli conflict. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Leona Roberts - The Falkland Islands

February 28, 2023 03:06 - 43 minutes - 39.2 MB

Today we sit down to talk with Leona Roberts, Chair of the Legislative Assembly of the Falkland Islands.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Issa Amro - On Palestine

February 24, 2023 09:28 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

Today we talk with Palestinian human rights activist Issa Amro, who is leading the non-violent resistance in the West Bank.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Rachel Jamison - Director, Safe Passage 4 Ukraine

December 11, 2022 20:45 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Today I sit down with Rachel Jamison, Director of Safe Passage 4 Ukraine, a non-profit helping Ukrainian refugees. We talk about her organizations mission and how she assists thousands of displaced people due to the conflict.  Ways to Help: https://sp4ukraine.org/take-action --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

North Korean Defector Testimony: Hanna

August 02, 2022 06:11 - 58 minutes - 54.4 MB

I speak to North Korean defector Hanna, who shares her riveting and dangerous story of leaving the most isolated country on Earth. Name has been changed for security purposes.  Ways to help defectors: https://www.libertyinnorthkorea.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Noor Ramzan - Afghanistan

July 28, 2022 02:09 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

Today's show is with Noor Ramzan, founder of tour company Let's Be Friends Afghanistan. We talk about what it meant to him to be a tour guide in his beloved homeland, early life under Taliban rule and his life in the country until ultimately fleeing in 2021. Noor is an absolute inspiration and the very definition of what it means to be a man; no matter what life throws at him he gets right back up.  Ways to help:  https://secure.wfpusa.org/donate/save-lives-places-afghanistan-today-16?ms=S...

Conflict in Tigray

June 10, 2022 22:33 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Today we talk with Fedilla Kassa, who gave us an in depth look at the conflict in Tigray, of which many Americans are unaware. Unfortunately we got cut short, but a riveting conversation nonetheless.  Ways to help: https://omnatigray.org/ https://help.rescue.org/donate/ethiopia?ms=gs_ppc_fy22_ethiopia_dmusa_mar&initialms=gs_ppc_fy22_ethiopia_dmusa_mar&gclid=CjwKCAjw3K2XBhAzEiwAmmgrAiKDugCL2z5-EcvSOLECK_VLkNcKAYtzzVEbuPenuLhbU2tbbjlBWxoC9VkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds https://give.unrefugees.org...

NBA: Ronnie Brewer

January 25, 2022 00:43 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Pivoting from usual content, today we got 8 year NBA vet Ronnie Brewer. We talk about his come up, his NBA experience coming from Arkansas to the bright lights of the league, and even what it was like guarding prime Kobe.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Azeris in Iran: Mr. Saleh Kamrani

January 03, 2022 18:52 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Starting off 2022 right as today I sit down with Iranian Azeri activist Saleh Kamrani, head of the Azerbaijan Central Party.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

The Push for D.C. Statehood - U.S (shadow) Senator Michael D. Brown

June 20, 2021 17:46 - 37 minutes - 33.7 MB

Today I catch up w U.S. (shadow) Senator Michael D. Brown where we chop it up about the need/push for Washington D.C. statehood. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Uyghur Genocide in Xinjiang: Zumretay Arkin, Uyghur Activist

June 09, 2021 10:52 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MB

Today, I sit down with Program and Advocacy Manager for the World Uyghur Congress, Zumretay Arkin to learn more and get the word about arguably the most pressing humanitarian crisis of our time.  Ways to help: https://www.saveuighur.org/donate/ https://uhrp.org/donate/ https://campaignforuyghurs.org/donation/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Persecuted Minorities in Iran - The Baloch People: A conversation with Mr. Nasser Boladai

May 31, 2021 18:13 - 51 minutes - 46.6 MB

Today we sit down with Mr. Nasser Boladai, General Secretary of the Balochistan Peoples Party as well as the President of the Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization (sort of like the UN for peoples without a state). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabbani/support

Arab Struggle Movement for the Liberation of Ahwaz

May 02, 2021 15:11 - 52 minutes - 47.4 MB

The ASMLA is an organization that is devoted to the self determination of the Ahwazi people, Arabs who have lived in what is now Khuzestan province in far western Iran for thousands of years. Today, we sit down with Mr. Saeid Hamidan, the exiled president of ASMLA, and Dr. Khalaf al-Kaabi, the exiled Head of the Foreign Affairs Committee of ASMLA and learn about their peoples struggle under the Iranian regime.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeremy-rabba...