Palestine Remembered

Nasser speaks with Kia Zand, an Iranian artist and photographer based in Naarm (Melbourne), whose creative practice weaves together the personal and political. As a queer asylum seeker, Kia shares his experience of fleeing Iran and the challenges of navigating identity.They discuss the recent missile strikes between Israel and Iran, the shifting geopolitical landscape, and look at Iran's history from the era of the Shah to the ongoing impacts of Western imperialism and capitalism. Find Kia's work at zand.com.au.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image: From 'Border(less)' series by Kia Zand (2008-2010) 

In our Radiothon special, Nasser provides updates on current headlines, including the Madleen Freedom Flotilla, Israel's attack on Iran, and the ongoing internet blackout in Gaza.Nasser also urges listeners to stay informed, speak out, and support independent media like 3CR - a station that has been platforming Palestinian voices and issues since the 1970s. To donate, head to 3cr.org.au/donate.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image: Artwork by Sofia Sabbagh 

Nasser speaks with Sarah Wehbe, a Palestinian student and writer living in Naarm (Melbourne), currently pursuing an Honours degree in microbiology. They discuss Sarah's Nakba story, her article 'Plant hatred in our hearts', her experience as a university student and the growing solidarity with Palestinian students, and the parallels between Palestinian liberation and other Indigenous and land justice struggles. Read Sarah's article 'Plant hatred in our hearts' via overland.org.au.Naksa rally, Sun 8 June, State Library Victoria, from 12 PM. More info.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image: Courtesy of Sarah Wehbe, used with permission. 

Nasser provides commentary on the history of the 1948 Nakba and current news headlines, including reports of Trump's plan to relocate one million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, and the recent release of a U.S-Israeli captive.Nasser then unpacks and debunks some of the most common myths surrounding the Nakba, looking at the mass displacement and dispossession of Palestinians during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war. He also discusses the significance of the BDS movement in challenging international support for Israel's oppression of Palestinians and in pressuring Israel to comply with international law. Nakba Day rally, May 18, State Library Victoria, from 12 PM. More info.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser provides commentary on the latest news headlines, including: Gaza receiving no aid for 68 days due to Israeli blockade, activist Hash Tayeh facing court for allegedly using an insulting chant at a recent rally, former Eurovision contestants demanding Israel's exclusion from the contest, and the 77th anniversary of the 1948 Nakba.Nasser then speaks with Fernanda Trecenti of Free Palestine Melbourne and the Vote Palestine for Wills campaign about the federal election results in the seat of Wills, including the achievement of a 6.8% swing away from Labor MP Peter Khalil, the key learnings from the campaign, and the importance of diversifying activism. Nakba Day rally, May 18, State Library Victoria, from 12 PM. More info.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image: @votepalestinewills 

Nasser provides commentary on the latest news headlines, including: the People's Pledge for Palestine; 61 days since aid was last allowed into the Gaza Strip, blocked by Israel; the bushfires throughout historic 1948 Palestine and their links to ecocide; 130 days since Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya was taken hostage by Israel; and the controversy sparked by Kneecap's pro-Palestinian statement at Coachella.Nasser then speaks with James, spokesperson for Free Gaza Australia and the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, following an attack on The Conscience, a Freedom Flotilla Coalition ship, while in international waters. The ship's mission was to challenge Israel's illegal siege of Gaza and deliver desperately needed humanitarian aid. For more info and to donate to Freedom Flotilla Coalition, visit gaza-freedom-flotilla-australia.For info on Louis Theroux's recent documentary The Settlers, head to bbc.co.uk.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image: @gazafreedomflotilla 

Nasser speaks with Dr Mohammed Mustafa, an English-Australian emergency doctor of Palestinian hertage who recently returned from volunteering at hospitals in Gaza with the Palestinian Australian New Zealand Medical Association (PANZMA) on his second medical mission.Dr. Mohammed shares his experiences working as an emergency doctor during the ceasefire period—performing procedures in sub-optimal conditions, witnessing the effects of targeted killings, and navigating the very real risks of entering Occupied Palestinian Territories. For more info PANZMA via panzma.org.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser provides commentary on the latest news headlines, including the ongoing genocide of Palestinians following the failure of ceasefire deals, and the trial use of an Australian-designed weapon by the Israeli military.Nasser then speaks with Peter Slezak, a Jewish academic, Assoc. Professor of Philosophy at UNSW, and occasional public commentator on science, philosophy, religion, and politics. They discuss the newly revised definition of antisemitism and how it has been weaponised to silence criticism of Israel and uphold ideologies of Zionism and ethno-supremacism. Sign the People's Pledge for Palestine and notify your local election candidates of your pledge to Vote with Palestine in the upcoming federal election.Read Peter Slezak's recent Gaza rally speech.Read Australian Centre for International Justice's (ACIJ) media release on the ABC's report of the export of a remote weapon system Israel.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 'Don't say you didn't know' performed by VickiAnn. Listen to the entire album.  Image: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser provides commentary on Australian politics, including the clash between Liberal Senator Michaelia Cash and Foreign Minister Penny Wong regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and discusses issues of anti-Palestinian racism and discrimination, as well as the Australian Human Rights Commission's (AHRC) definition of anti-Palestinian racism.Nasser gives updates and commentary on the attacks in North Gaza, commentary on the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) ruling on the unlawful occupation of Palestinian lands and Australia's complicity in coal exports totalling an estimated AUD $1.534 million. He also highlights controversies surrounding Disney's latest film Snow White, which stars Zionist actor Gal Gadot, and the cesssation of funding for Queensland Music Awards by Brisbane City Council following pianist Kellee Green being awarded the Jazz Award for her song River To Sea. For info on AHRC, visit humanrights.gov.au.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. River to Sea performed by Kellee Green. Listen to the entire album. Image: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser presents a commemoration of Rachel Corrie, an American nonviolence activist, diarist, and member of the pro-Palestinian International Solidarity Movement (ISM). Rachel was killed by an Israeli armoured bulldozer on March 16, 2003, at the age of 23, during the height of the Second Intifada. Nasser shares excerpts from Rachel's writings and audio recordings, where she spoke about nonviolent activism, human rights, and her advocacy for the Palestinian people under occupation. These reflections centred around her personal experiences and the impact of her time in Rafah, Gaza. For more on Rachel, visit rachelcorriefoundation.org.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 'I'd Rather Be Dancing (Rachel Corrie's Song)' performed Jim Page. The lyrics of this song are based on letters Rachel Corrie wrote to her parents before she was tragically killed. Rachel was attempting to prevent the demolition of a Palestinian doctor's home when the incident occurred. 

Nasser speaks with Hiba, an activist and speaker with Sawt Al Sudan and Unimelb for Palestine, on her personal story, the "silent genocide" and displacement of Sudanese people, Sudan's war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the effects of colonisation and exploitation, and the importance of mutual aid. For more info on the work of Sawt Al Sudan, head to @sawtalsudan.au.Sign the petiton to demand the end of global complacency and isolation of the Sudanese people via change.org. Asli Ana Falastini (Dubstep Edit) performed and produced by Nazo x Deens Image: #HandsOffSudan @sawtalsudan.au 

Guest hosts Mai Saif and Lina Breik present this week's episode in recognition of International Women's Day 2025.Mai is a Palestinian activist, an organiser with Free Palestine Melbourne, and member of the Palestinian Community Association for Victoria. Lina is a Palestinian-Australian dietitian working in critical care nutrition, founder of Tube Dietitian, and an advocate for the role of nutrition during religious festivities.Mai and Lina discuss what it means to be a Palestinian woman, speaking about their experiences of displacement, dispossession, and their connection to their homeland whilst contending with the impacts of the Israel Occupation Forces. They also acknowledge the resilience of Palestinian women, sharing their personal stories reflecting on how Palestinian women are the backbone of their communities. For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Better Things performed by Kee'han 

Nasser speaks with Héritier Lumumba, an Australian-Brazilian-Congolese former professional AFL player, known for his advocacy in human rights, focusing on racial equality, refugee rights, and supporting marginalised communities.They discuss the history of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Western imperialism and European colonization, the exploitation under King Leopold and the abuse, mutilation, and deaths of Congolese people, the extraction of the country's minerals, and the environmental and climate justice implications of this continued exploitation.Nasser also plays an excerpt from the documentary Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat (2024), which explores how Abbey Lincoln and Max Roach protested at the UN Security Council over Patrice Lumumba's murder. For more info on the challenges of the Congo and to support Congolese institutions, head to friendsofthecongo.org. Image credit: @hlumumba 

Nasser provides commentary and updates on both local and international news, including the rise of anti-Palestinian racism, the media's misrepresentation of Israel's genocide of Palestinians, Sky News' anti-Semitism summit, and the importance of Palestinian self-determination in the rebuilding of Gaza. For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser provides commentary and updates on both local and international news, including Israel's ongoing occupation of Palestinian territories, the Trump-Netanyahu plan to transform Gaza into “the Riviera of the Middle East”, the controversial firing of Antoinette Lattouf, and the political, media attacks on Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah.Nasser also unpacks broader commentary on Zionism's long-term goals, ethnic cleansing, anti-racism rhetoric, and political ideology. Sign the petition in support of Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah and to stand in defence of intellectual freedom and justice. View here.Write to Jason Clare, Minister for Education, demanding the government uphold academic freedom, and stand against Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories. View contact details.To explore Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah's work, head to linktr.ee/randaabdelfattah.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 'Don't say you didn't know' performed by VickiAnn. Image credit: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser provides commentary on both local and international news, focusing on the ongoing genocide of Palestinians over the past 16 months under occupation. He discusses the release of prisoner hostages, recent ceasefire agreements, and the failure of governments to uphold their international obligations.Nasser also delves into the history of ceasefire agreements from 2006 to 2021, describing how Israel has consistently violated these accords.  Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser provides commentary on local and international news of the ongoing genocide of Palestinians, including the neo-Nazi demonstration at Parliament Steps, the closure of the Israeli Embassy in Ireland, the Justice Legislation Amendment (Anti-vilification and Social Cohesion) Bill 2024, and why it's crucial to continue resistance efforts during the festive breakNasser also highlights an Instagram post by Hiero Badge, a Narrm-based writer, which features a map of places of worship in and around Melbourne's CBD. The map outlines 150m exclusion zones, a move that could affect protesting and organising in public spaces. Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser provides commentary and updates on the ongoing genocide of Palestinians in Gaza and the violent escalation affecting surrounding areas in the SWANA region. He discusses the BDS movement, the moral cost of supporting genocide, and the power of protest. Nasser discusses current news headlines, including the anti-Semitism envoy and the denial of visas to Israelis into Australia who have served in the IDF.Nasser also reads an apt post from Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah's X account, addressing the genocide in Gaza, the dangerous consequences of Zionist ideology, and the right to protest against and oppose apartheid. To explore more of Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah's work, head to linktr.ee/randaabdelfattah.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Which Side Are You On? performed by Phil Monsour, Ethan Enoch, Sophie Nishizawa, and Matt Hsu. Videography by Alex Bainbridge Image credit: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser provides commentary on key current events, including the rise in anti-Semitism, the recent attack on a Melbourne Jewish synagogue, ongoing censorship in institutions, and Australia's support for the UN resolution recognizing Palestine's permanent sovereignty.Nasser then speaks with Mohamad Duar, Occupied Palestine Territories Spokesperson for Amnesty International, to discuss Amnesty's report titled "You Feel Like You Are Subhuman": Israel's Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza - a report that provides evidence to conclude that Israel has committed and continues to commit genocide against Palestinians in the Occupied Gaza Strip. You can read the Full Report here.  Read the Executive Summary here.Sign the petition urging the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs to stop supporting genocide in Gaza via amnesty.org.au.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Palestine performed by Mistahi Corkill. Image credit: Amnesty International 

Nasser speaks with Samah Sabawi, an academic, author, poet, and playwright, about her new book Cactus Pear For My Beloved: A Family Story from Gaza. They discuss her writing process, the role of oral testimony in her research, the special relationship she shared with her father throughout, and the power of storytelling in preserving histories. You can find Cactus Pear For My Beloved at samahsabawi.com.Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: Close up detail of Sabawi's book 'Cactus Pear For My Beloved'. Used with permission by Penguin Books Australia and Samah Sabawi. 

Nasser and Robert provide commentary and updates on the situation in Gaza, the mainstream media's misinformed coverage of the genocide against Palestinians, and the state's gaslighting and oppressive systems. They also discuss Australia's support for a UN resolution recognising Palestine's permanent sovereignty, as well as the case of Palestinian activist Hash Tayeh, who has faced arson attacks on his restaurant and home over the past year, followed by ongoing injustice and mistreatment. Join the Free Palestine rally every Sunday at the State Library Victoria, from 12 PM.For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Catch daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Which Side Are You On? performed by Phil Monsour, Ethan Enoch, Sophie Nishizawa, and Matt Hsu. Videography by Alex Bainbridge Image credit: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser speaks with Maxi, a Palestinian-Australian activist and educator, about her family's Nakba history, the censorship of genocide discussions in schools, decoloniality as a social practice, the rise of neoliberalism, and the significance of collective liberation. They also speak about Maxi's experiences with Al-Haq, an independent Palestinian non-governmental human rights organisation based in Ramallah. For info about the work of Al-Haq, head to alhaq.org or @al_haq_organization.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: @freepalestinemelb 

Nasser speaks with Azeez Nabulsi, a young Palestinian-Bosnian, apprentice electrician, runner, and founder of Gaza Endurance and Abdel -Rahman, Executive Assistant, Islamic Council of Victoria.  They speak about Azeez's upcoming run to Gadigal Land-Sydney from Narrm-Melbourne to raise needed funds and awareness for the people of Gaza.  Azeez will run during November and will complete 1000kms in 30 days with a fundraising target of $30,000.  For info and updates on Azeez's run, head to @gazaendurance.Donate to support Azeez's work via my.humanappeal.org.au/fundraising/gaza-endurance.To support Human Appeal's work, head to humanappeal.org.au.A special thanks to MCCA Finance for their support of Azeez.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: @gazaendurance 

 I was invited alongside Louise Adler AM to co-deliver the 13th annual UN International Day of Peace Brisbane lecture  The St John's Cathedral International Day of Peace event was co-hosted by the United Nations Association of Australia — Queensland Division and Just Peace It was recorded at St John's Anglican Cathedral on September 21, 2024. A special thanks to the organsing team behind the event and especially The Very Rev'd Dr Peter Catt, Anglican Dean of Brisbane The entire event was recorded by the ABC Big Ideas and you can listen to the entire event including Louise's speech using the link below. https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/bigideas/louise-adler-nasser-mashni-a-plea-for-peace-in-the-middle-east/104362472    

On this week's episode we present an extended interview between Jan Bartlett, presenter and producer of 3CR's Tuesday Hometime and longstanding pro-Palestinian activist and sometime Palestine Remembered co-host, Robert Martin. They speak about his experiences during the Free Gaza Coalition's mission on the Handala earlier this year to provide humanitarian aid support to Palestinian people in Gaza. This interview was first aired on Tuesday Hometime on Tue 10 Sep 2024. For info on the Freedom Flotilla, visit freedomflotilla.org.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm. DetailsInfo on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: @freepalestinecoalition.naarm 

On this week's episode, Nasser reflects upon and provides commentary on the genocide in Gaza, one year on, with more than 41,000 Palestinian lives claimed since Oct 7, 2023. Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm. DetailsVigil for Gaza, Marquis of Linlithgow Memorial, Corner of St Kilda Rd and Anzac Ave, Mon 7 Oct, 6.30 - 8.30pm. DetailsInfo on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: @freepalestinecoalition.naarm 

Nasser speaks with Sarah Schwartz, a human rights lawyer, Principal lawyer with Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service, and lecturer at Melbourne University Law School, and Dr Max Kaiser, an expert on antisemitism and Australian Jewish history and author of Jewish Antifascism and the False Promise of Settler Colonialism, both Sarah and Max are executive and advisory committee members of the Jewish Council of Australia (JCA).They speak about their Jewish upbringing and their political consciousness shift on the Palestinian struggle, the conflation of criticism of Israel with anti-Semitism, their ousting from Jewish communities, and the Commission of Inquiry into Antisemitism at Australian Universities Bill 2024 (No. 2). For info on Jewish Council of Australia, visit jewishcouncil.com.au.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: x.com/jewishcouncilAU 

Nasser speaks with Nour Salman, Palestinian activist, organiser, and subject-matter expert on SWANA geopolitics and history. They speak about Nour's Nakba story, changes in Free Palestine and resistive socio-political movements, the importance of engaging in active discourse with elected councillors, and the We Vote for Palestine campaign. For info on We Vote for Palestine, visit wevoteforpalestine.net.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: wevoteforpalestine.net 

Be sure to follow the Gaza Freedom Flotilla and their brilliant efforts via their website, where you can donate, join their mailing list https://freedomflotilla.org/ or via their instagram page https://www.instagram.com/gazafreedomflotilla/ You can also follow the brillaint Tan and their work here https://www.instagram.com/taniasafi/  Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine.

Nasser has a conversation with Tasnim Sammak, a Palestinian activist, mother, community organiser, and PhD candidate at Monash University. They speak about her family's exile to Gaza and life in refugee camps, Tasnim's reflections on the Free Palestine movement since her involvement in 2008, the military-industrial complex and profiteering from wars, the importance of staunch union solidarity, and upcoming campaigns, including Disrupt Land Forces.  For info on Disrupt Land Forces, MCEC, Sep 8 -14, visit disruptlandforces.org.Disrupt Land Forces launch, Camp Sovereignty, Sun 8 Sep 5pm.Hanwha-Elbit Out of Victoria rally, Hanwha Australia Headquarters, Thu 12 Sep 4.30pm.3CR Disrupt Land Forces Coverage, Sep 9 -18 from 8am. Details.Info on Vic Pol declaration of designated area MCEC, Sep 6 - 15 via Melbourne Activist legal Support. Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: 'Land Farces' @disruptwars 

Nasser has a conversation with Aran Mylvaganam, a former refugee, Tamil Refugee Council founder, trade unionist, and human rights activist. They speak about the discrimination against the Tamils in Sri Lanka, Aran's refugee story, his activism, and the socio-political effects of Australia's immigration policies and treatment of refugees, including the recent news of the self-immolation of 23-year-old asylum seeker, Mano Yogalingam.  For further info, visit Tamil Refugee Council.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: ‘Rest In Power, Mano Yogalingam' by Nicky Minus 

Nasser has a long-form conversation with Mai Saif, a Palestinian activist, Free Palestine Melbourne organiser, and member of the Palestinian Community Association for Victoria. They speak about Mai's Nakba story during the First Intifada, her activist work with Free Palestine Melbourne, and how reporting of genocide and apartheid have entered the lexicon of the media landscape and public narratives. For info on Free Palestine Melbourne's work and to get involved, visit linktr.ee/fpmelbourne.Denial in a time of genocide with Prof. Saree Makdisi and Louise Adler, RMIT City Campus, Thu 29 Aug, 6 - 8:30 pm. Details.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: Free Palestine Melbourne 

Nasser provides commentary on the ongoing genocide and oppression of Palestinians by the apartheid state of Israel and its intersections with global socio-politcial issues, including the ever-changing position(s) of international organisations on the legal definition of genocide, the censorhip of artists in defense of Palestine, and a report released on 14 Aug 2024 by the Australian Muslim Advocacy Network (AMAN) and Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) entitled 'Observations of Anti-Palestinian and Anti-Muslim Racism'. Download the report via apan.org.au/reports.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Free Palestine by Maher Zain Image credit: APAN 

Nasser has a long-form conversation with Rand, a '48er Palestinian, community organiser, student representative, BDS Youth convener, and a member of Dare to Struggle Film Festival, living on Gadigal Land. They speak about Rand's Nakba family history, the BDS movement and the effectiveness of campaigning and implementing strategies, and the Apartheid Free Zones campaign. For information on Apartheid Free Zones, visit bdsmovement.net/apartheid-free-zones.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: Montecruz Foto | Image | CC BY-SA 3.0 

Today is the International Day of Solidarity with Gaza and Palestinian Prisoners, and will be marked by actions of solidarity with Palestine against the ongoing genocide in Gaza and silent genocide in West Bank.Nasser provides updates and commentary on Gaza, including the deaths and assassiantions of Palestinians and journalists, a chronologiocal history of Hamas' inception, the ongoing calls for ceasefires and peace talks throughout the 80s, 90s, and aughts, and how the recent assassination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh will likely lead to instability in the region.Nasser then interviews longstanding pro-Palestinian activist and sometime Palestine Remembered co-host, Robert Martin, who has spent time in Palestine documenting horrific human rights abuses by Israeli forces, and seen the brutality of the occupation first hand. They speak about his upcoming participation in the Free Gaza Coalition's mission to provide humanitarian aid and workers to Palestinian people in Gaza experiencing the ongoing effects of genocide and displacement at the behest of the settler-colonial state of Israel. Follow the Freedom Flotilla boat location during its journey via follow-ffc-boats. International Day of Solidarity with Gaza and Prisoners protest, State Library of Victoria, Sat 3 Aug (today), 2 - 4pm. Details.More info on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla Australia via gaza-freedom-flotilla-australia.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

On this week's episode, Nasser presents an excerpt of a talk given by veteran Palestinian activist Yousef Alreemawi entitled 'The Palestinian refugees: When the temporary became permanent', Part 9 in the series 'Understanding Palestine', originally recorded 21 July 2024. 'Understanding Palestine' series, every second Sunday at Black Spark Cultural Centre, 126 Gladstone Ave, Northcote. The next talk, 'What happens when the Palestinian refugees become refugees again?', is happening on Sun 4 Aug 2024, 4.30pm. Register via averroes.project@gmail.com. More info. Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser provides updates and information on the International Justice Court's ruling against Israel's settlement polices, the Oslo Accords (1993), and Israel's breach of Article 3 of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights.Nasser then speaks with Dr. Bushra Othman, a Palestinian-Australian woman and surgeon who recently reurned from volunteering at Shuhada al-Aqsa Hospital hospital in Deir Al-Balah, Gaza, with the Palestinian Australian New Zealand Medical Association (PANZMA). Dr. Othman speaks about her family life and history, the process of entering Gaza and the conditions she encountered, and her experiences of performing surgeries during her medical mission. Donate to PANZMA via panzma.org.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via Free Palestine Melbourne Instagram.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser provides updates on the continual genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, 280 days since Oct 7 with an estimated 186,000 Palestinian deaths, and in particular the importance of an accurate count – and the difficulty of achieving one.Nasser then speaks with James Godfrey, spokesperson for Free Gaza Australia (a branch of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition), a grassroots solidarity movement across the world working together to end the Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip. They discuss James' family history, the difficulty of providing humanitarian aid, details on the movement of the Freedom Flotilla, and the importance of challenging information blockades. Donate to Gaza Freedom Flotilla Australia via freedomflotilla.org/gaza-freedom-flotilla-australia.Freedom Flotilla Coalition Telegram channel, search for FFC_official_channel.Palestine Under Siege film screening, Sat 20 July 2024, Cinema Nova. Tickets.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via Free Palestine Melbourne Instagram.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser presents a longform conversation with Prof. Joseph Daher, an academic, researcher, and author of Hezbollah: Political Economy of the Party of God; and Syria After the Uprisings: The Political Economy of State Resilience.They discuss Israel's expansion of operations north onto the lands of Lebanon, the onset of agricultural and civilian land destruction, the implications of the launch of a potential war with Lebanon and Hezbollah, and the unrest of surrounding regions.  More information on Prof. Jospeh Daher via Middle East Institute.Info on Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement and campaigning via BDS toolkit. To check whether your super fund is supporting apartheid, head to bdsaustralia.net.au.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via Free Palestine Melbourne Instagram.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser provides updates on the ongoing oppression, devestation, and genocide of Palestinian people as a result of the western imperial oupost of the Israeli government and its militarianism and the complicity of morally banrupt global governments.Nasser then speaks with Nicholas (Nick) Hanna, an Australian-Lebanese solicitor, filmmaker, and humanitarian about his film The Last Sky, a documentary about the Gaza war and the escalating conflict in Lebanon. For more information and to find a screening of The Last Sky, head to linktr.ee/thelastskyfilm.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine.Free Palestine by Maher Zain. 

Nasser, Robert, Yousef, and Jiselle discuss the importance of community engagement and some of the program's history during 3CR's annual Radiothon, in support of this year's theme - Sound on for Solidarity. Palestine Remembered has been on-air for 20 years, presented originally by Yousef, and later with Robert and Nasser, and has provided an integral platform for Palestinian voices, news, and commentaries. Donate online now. 'In the Presence of Absence', Tarab Ensemble, Melbourne Recital Centre, Sat 6 July. More info.'Understanding Palestine' series, presented by Yousef Alreemawi, every second Sun, Black Spark Cultural Centre. Register via averroes.project@gmail.com. More info.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine.Read The Frequency of Resistance by Mercedes Zanker via 3CR's CRAM Guide 2024 here. Artwork by Aretha Brown. 

Nasser provides commentary on the ongoing live digital genocide and brutality experienced by Palestinians at the hands of the Israeli military industrial complex, and of continual incidents of anti-Palestinian racism in so-called Australia.We then hear a speech that Nasser delivered at a Melbourne University NTEU forum where he outlines the definition of the 'eight types of Palestinians' in recognition of International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People (Wed 29 Nov 2023).Donate to 3CR's Radiothon to support and provide a platform and voice for Palestinian news and commentary. Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser provides updates on the geo/political aspects of the genocide of Palestinian people.We then hear a rally speech given by Nasser at the Boycott ZIM shipping action at Port Melbourne-Boonwurrung Land on Sat 25 May as part of the National Day of Action at the Ports. ZIM Ganges is one of the world's largest container shipping companies and has played an integral role in the colonisation of Palestine.Info on Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement and campaigning via BDS toolkit. Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser speaks with Dana Alshaer, a Palestinian woman born and raised in the occupied West Bank, an international student studying International Relations, and leading member of Unimelb for Palestine.They discuss the collective activism of students and staff during the month-long encampment at the South Lawn and sit-in at Mahmoud's Hall (University of Melbourne campus) to demand the university's accountability of their complicity in genocide and to call for divestment from weapons manufacturing partnerships attached to the Israeli occupation of Palestinian lands.The University of Melbourne agreed to disclose its ties to weapons companies on Thu 23 May.  National Day of Action at the Ports, Station Pier, Port Melbourne-Boonwurrung Land, Sat 25 May, 12-4pm.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser provides updates on local and national actions and news, including Senator Fatima Payman recent comments in support of Palestine, achaic protest laws in NSW, the ban on wearing a kufiyyeh in Parliament, ongoing unwavering pro-Palestinian university encampments in so-called Australia, and more.We then hear commentary by Jiselle and Nasser on the four motions drafted by members of the Socialist Left faction to be discussed at the Victoria ALP conference (May 18 & 19), including demanding the Albanese government support the right of self-determination for the Palestinian people, and a call to stop, dismantle, and remove settlements in occupied Palestinian lands. Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Hind's Hall / Macklemore

Nasser presents a longform conversation with Prof. Mazin Qumsiyeh, a Palestinian scientist, researcher, teacher, author, founder and director of Palestine Museum of Natural History and Humankind, and Lecturer at the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability of Behtlehem University.They discuss Prof. Qumsiyeh's Nakba story, his life in Bethlehem, his experience and knowledge of the violence and environmental impacts (ecocide) of the israeli occupation of Palestinian lands, effects of zionism and settler colonialism on the environment, the dis/connection to land, and the lessons learnt. More information on Prof. Mazin Qumsiyeh's work via qumsiyeh.org.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via Free Palestine Melbourne Instagram.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine 

Nasser provides commentary and updates on local and internationla news, including univeristy encampments in Narrm, the ongoing invasion in Rafah, and the recognition of World Press Freedom Day (May 3). We then hear from Jiselle Hanna, trade unionist, member of Australia Asia Worker Links, and 3CR broadacaster, speak about International Workers' Memorial Day at the Free Palestine Melbourne rally, Sun 28 Apr. Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via Free Palestine Melbourne Instagram.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser provides commentary on the vital role of activism in highlighting the complicity of governments and organisations in the genocide and displacement of Palestinian people by the Isreali occupational forces, in particular encampments occuring in universities nationally and internationally in a stand of solidarity.We then play an excerpt of a talk by veteran Palestinian activist Yousef Alreemawi entitled 'The Palestinians: National identity and current realities', part 2 in the series 'Understanding Palestine', originally recorded on 31 Mar 2024.  'Understanding Palestine' series, every second Sunday at Black Spark Cultural Centre, 126 Gladstone Ave, Northcote. Next talk Sun 28 Apr, 4.30pm. Register via averroes.project@gmail.com. More info.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via Free Palestine Melbourne Instagram.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Jiselle speaks with Nathalie Farah, advocate, writer, and creative from the SWANA region, and Disrupt Wars campaigner, about the Elbit Out campaign that launched on Mon 15 Apr as part of the A15 global economic blockade, and why its vital to dismantle all systems and partnerships connected to genocide and warfare. Nasser then provides commentary on issues related to geopolitical and diplomatic concerns, corruption in leadership, and contravention of international laws as the ongoing fight for self determination continues for Palestinians. Petition - End partnership with Elbit Systems. Sign petition.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via Free Palestine Melbourne Instagram.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. 

Nasser provides commenatary on geopolitcial issues relating to Israel-led drone strikes in Iran, Australian politics and the dehumanisation of Palestinians, BDS campaigns affect on global corporations, and the upcoming A15 global economic blockades. Nasser also interviews Tony Piccolo, Asst. State Secretary Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU), about the role of union solidairity with resistive and social justice movements. A15 Actions - Coordinated economic blockade to Free Palestine, Worldwide, Mon 15 Apr 2024. More info. Petition - End partnership with Elbit Systems. Sign petition.Film screening - The Lab by Yotem Feldman (AAWL fundraiser). CFMEU Construction, Tue 23 Apr, 6pm. More info.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State Library Victoria, Sundays 12pm.The Sit-Intifada, Parliament House steps, every day 9am - 9pm.Updated info on upcoming events and actions via Free Palestine Melbourne Instagram.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Get Up, Stand Up / Bob Marley and The Wailers 

Nasser has a longform conversation with Ihab Al Azhari, a Palestinian activist and founder of The Sit-Intifada, about his family enduring conditions of the 1948 Nakba and their refugee camp experience, why he started his protest at Parliament House steps, the importance of continual protesting of the ongoing complicity of governments and corporations in the genocide of Palestinians, and the recent news of aid workers killed by an Israeli airstrike earlier this week. Join Ihab for The Sit-Intifada at the steps of Parliament of Victoria, every day 9am - 9pm.Free Palestine Melbourne rally this Sunday 12pm at State Library Victoria.For updated info on upcoming events and actions, head to instagram.com/freepalestinemelbDaily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine.