‘What We Said About Palestine’ is a powerful and insightful podcast series that delves into the complex and often contentious politics surrounding Palestine, examined through an Australian lens, with a particular focus on the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises in Gaza, commencing from the events on October 7, 2023.
Each episode offers a mix of original content and curated sections from the highly regarded New Politics podcast and the presenters, Eddy Jokovich and David Lewis, bringing to the forefront the Australian perspective on the war in Gaza, the global reactions to the conflict, and the difficult conversations about genocide and human rights violations that demand attention.
‘What We Said About Palestine’ is more than just a podcast; it is a platform for advocacy and education. It encourages listeners to engage critically with the information presented, fostering a community that is informed, empathetic, and committed to justice. Whether you are new to the topic or well-versed in Middle Eastern politics, this series offers a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of one of the most enduring conflicts of our time.
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‘What We Said About Palestine’ is a powerful and insightful podcast series that delves into the complex and often contentious politics surrounding Palestine, examined through an Australian lens, with a particular focus on the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises in Gaza, commencing from the events on October 7, 2023.
Each episode offers a mix of original content and curated sections from the highly regarded New Politics podcast and the presenters, Eddy Jokovich and David Lewis, bringing to the forefront the Australian perspective on the war in Gaza, the global reactions to the conflict, and the difficult conversations about genocide and human rights violations that demand attention.
‘What We Said About Palestine’ is more than just a podcast; it is a platform for advocacy and education. It encourages listeners to engage critically with the information presented, fostering a community that is informed, empathetic, and committed to justice. Whether you are new to the topic or well-versed in Middle Eastern politics, this series offers a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of one of the most enduring conflicts of our time.
Episode 4. The UN ceasefire: Australia’s abstention, US influence (4 Nov 2023)
What We Said About Palestine
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1 year ago
Episode 4. The UN ceasefire: Australia’s abstention, US influence (4 Nov 2023)
This week, the United Nations held a vote calling for a ceasefire and humanitarian truce in Gaza, with 120 countries voting in favour of the resolution. While 14 countries voted against—including the United States—45 nations, including Australia, abstained. In this episode, we unpack why Australia abstained from this critical vote and the wider geopolitical implications of this decision. We examine the motivations behind the abstention, the historical ties between Australia and the United States, and the influence of alliances like AUKUS on Australia’s foreign policy. Despite a non-binding resolution, it was an opportunity to take a stand, but Australia chose neutrality. We also explore the broader implications of such a vote, from peacekeeping to the potential establishment of a UN protectorate in Gaza, and what it means when global powers sit on the sidelines. We discuss Australia’s history of supporting the US, its role in the creation of the United Nations, and the question of what Australia gains from its close alliance with America, especially considering its inability to secure a political win in the case of Julian Assange. Finally, we touch on the polarized political landscape within Australia, where even nuanced discussions about the Israel–Palestine conflict are met with sharp backlash, and we ask: Is there any space left for balanced debate on this issue?
What We Said About Palestine
‘What We Said About Palestine’ is a powerful and insightful podcast series that delves into the complex and often contentious politics surrounding Palestine, examined through an Australian lens, with a particular focus on the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises in Gaza, commencing from the events on October 7, 2023.
Each episode offers a mix of original content and curated sections from the highly regarded New Politics podcast and the presenters, Eddy Jokovich and David Lewis, bringing to the forefront the Australian perspective on the war in Gaza, the global reactions to the conflict, and the difficult conversations about genocide and human rights violations that demand attention.
‘What We Said About Palestine’ is more than just a podcast; it is a platform for advocacy and education. It encourages listeners to engage critically with the information presented, fostering a community that is informed, empathetic, and committed to justice. Whether you are new to the topic or well-versed in Middle Eastern politics, this series offers a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of one of the most enduring conflicts of our time.
