Podcasts about Arab Revolt

Dimitri and Khalid unpack the life and times of revolutionary imam Izz ad-Din al-Qassam, how his death in 1936 sparked the second Arab Revolt, and why he remains a symbol of Palestinian martyrdom/Arab national liberation up to the present day. For access to premium SJ episodes, upcoming installments of DEMON FORCES, and the Grotto of Truth Discord, become a subscriber at patreon.com/subliminaljihad.

 About Miles SpencerMiles Spencer is a seasoned entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and adventurer who has spent over three decades mentoring tech founders and building companies that have generated more than 1,100 jobs. With three successful digital media exits under his belt, Miles is also the author of the Amazon bestseller A Line in the Sand, inspired by his 1,100-mile expedition through the deserts of the Middle East. His unique journey blends business strategy, exploration, and storytelling, offering valuable insights into leadership, resilience, and the power of curiosity.About this EpisodeIn this episode, Miles Spencer shares the remarkable experiences that have shaped his life—from building startups and investing in game-changing ideas to trekking across vast deserts in search of deeper meaning. He talks about his early beginnings in Pennsylvania and how his family legacy and deep-rooted curiosity led him to both entrepreneurial and exploratory adventures.Miles discusses what he's learned from mentoring startup founders, the importance of solving everyday problems, and how failures taught him more than successes ever could. He also reveals the preparation and mindset needed to take on extreme adventures like scuba diving in the Galapagos and retracing T.E. Lawrence's historic path across the Middle East.We dive into the creation of A Line in the Sand, the cultural and historical discoveries along the way, and the lessons that travel and curiosity can teach us about humanity. From exploring global perspectives to understanding shared values across religions and borders, Miles encourages us to remain curious, plan thoughtfully, and always be open to learning from the world around us.Listeners will walk away inspired by his journey, reminded of the beauty of diverse cultures, and energized to chase their own Green Pill moments.Quotes1:39 - I grew up in western Pennsylvania and the one trait that I think I developed there that's continued through the rest of my life has been curiosity — who, what, why, where, when.3:06 - My experience in mentoring entrepreneurs is very much like mentoring children — it's always more powerful to have someone learn the lesson for themselves.4:39 - The first thing I look for is an ordinary problem that everyday people are experiencing over and over again across the globe.5:26 - Sometimes we're too early, sometimes we're too late, sometimes we're just wrong. But we always got a product into the marketplace to see what people felt.7:00 - In every adventure I've done, it starts with curiosity, followed by research — but eventually, I just need to go and see it with my own eyes.8:22 - What's lucky about my stories is that memory fades, so the stories get better.11:18 - I realized I wasn't in Kansas anymore — this was the Galápagos. These animals are bigger, faster, and sometimes hungrier than humans.12:31 - I couldn't get any comfort with what would inspire some people to do this act. I finished Seven Pillars of Wisdom and thought — let's go see it for ourselves.14:10 - Our trek and the subsequent book really mirror T.E. Lawrence's journey with the Arab Revolt.15:59 - This is a region that has layers of commonality and some conflict — but people of different religions and cultures shared a lot of the same traits.17:38 - With curiosity must come a bit of courage to go outside your comfort zone — and logistics so you can live in the moment.20:05 - Perhaps the same applies to DisThe Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review

Up until the 1930s,  Zionists in Palestine engaged in a policy of Havlagah, Hebrew for Restraint. This essentially meant to abstain from retaliatory violence and collective punishment. Only the guilty could be held responsible for their crimes.   Notes   The Dispute in Mapai over “Self-Restraint” and “Purity of Arms” During the Arab Revolt, by Professor Meir Chazan: https://cris.tau.ac.il/en/publications/the-dispute-in-mapai-over-self-restraint-and-purity-of-arms-durin   Ziontology book accompanying this series: https://www.deepstateconsciousness.com/writing/ziontology   Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/dsconsciousness   Become a subscriber: https://payhip.com/b/Sq0ZB   Rain and Tears by Neutrin05   / neutrin05   Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported  — CC BY-SA 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PKvY28 Music promoted by Audio Library    • Rain and Tears – Neutrin05 (No Copyright) matt2131@hotmail.com

What does it mean to live a life of adventure, and how do the challenges we face shape our purpose? In this episode, we sit down with Wells Jones, author of the gripping novel A Line in the Sand and a man whose life has been anything but ordinary. Wells shares his journey from his days as a Navy Air Rescue team member to his experiences as a producer, actor, and adventurer. Our conversation touches on his transformative treks through the Middle East, retracing the steps of T.E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia), and how those experiences inspired his new novel. Wells also opens up about the lessons learned from turning back in precarious situations, the importance of having a purpose in every endeavor, and how human connection can transcend cultural divides. Tune in for a captivating discussion that will leave you reflecting on your own definition of adventure. Episode Highlights [2:15] - Wells reflects on his upbringing, family dynamics, and the early loss of his father that shaped his adventurous spirit. [6:50] - Navy Air Rescue: From parachuting to mountain rescues in Antarctica, Wells recalls life-changing experiences and how they prepared him for life's challenges. [12:30] - The philosophy of adventure: What George Mallory and Winston Churchill taught Wells about conquering oneself. [20:15] - Facing danger: Wells shares harrowing stories, including a near-death moment during a precision skydive practice. [38:00] - Trekking the Middle East: Retracing T.E. Lawrence's journey during the Arab Revolt and the human connections that inspired A Line in the Sand. [50:30] - The heart of the book: How historical fiction blends real-life events with storytelling to shed light on the complexities of the modern Middle East. [1:00:15] - Wells' hopes for readers of his book: The lessons of history and the importance of seeing humanity in everyone. Links & Resources Wells Jones IMDB Page: Wells Jones on IMDB A Line in the Sand (Book): Buy on Amazon Learn more about the Seeds of Peace organization: Seeds of Peace Miles Spencer website Closing Thoughts Thank you for joining me on this deep dive into Wells Jones' incredible life story. If you found inspiration in this episode, please rate, review, and share the podcast with your fellow adventurers. Don't forget to hit the follow button so you never miss an episode. Until next time, keep exploring, keep learning, and as always, live your great adventure.

Robert tells Margaret Killjoy the whole story of Lawrence of Arabia, a British imperialist, hopeless romantic and asexual icon who invented the concept of modern insurgent war. Through it all we ask: was he a bastard? (4 Part Series) https://www.cliohistory.org/thomas-lawrence/lawrence/youth https://www.investigativeproject.org/4256/guest-column-the-final-death-of-lawrence-of-arabia https://www.theguardian.com/books/2014/nov/02/young-lawrence-a-portrait-of-the-legend-as-a-young-man-review https://www.salon.com/2015/03/01/i%C2%A0realize_now_that_he_was_sexless/ https://www.thehistoryreader.com/military-history/t-e-lawrence-art-war-twenty-first-century/ https://www.aljazeera.com/amp/opinions/2016/2/16/what-would-t-e-lawrence-do https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/true-story-lawrence-arabia-180951857/ https://www.tracesofevil.com/p/blog-page_24.html https://www.firstworldwar.com/features/telawrence.htm https://baklol.com/baks/Misc/Great-people-who-were-also-per-_1492/T--E--Lawrence-_18491 https://interactive.aljazeera.com/aje/2016/sykes-picot-100-years-middle-east-map/index.html https://stljewishlight.org/top-story/lawrence-of-arabia-or-lawrence-of-zion/ https://theintercept.com/2023/03/23/peter-thiel-jeff-thomas/ https://israelforever.org/programs/balfourinitiative/Implementing_Balfour_Declaration/ https://www.jpost.com/Magazine/Opinion/Implementing-the-Balfour-Declaration https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/books/news/manuscript-reveals-dark-side-of-lawrence-of-arabia-s-sex-life-76363.html https://www.amazon.com/Setting-Desert-Fire-T-Lawrence-ebook/dp/B006072QSG  https://www.nytimes.com/1970/03/22/archives/the-naked-truth-nothing-withheld-revealed-at-last-the-secret-lives.html https://www.pbs.org/lawrenceofarabia/players/dahoum.html Schneider, James. Guerrilla Leader: T. E. Lawrence and the Arab Revolt (p. 52). Random House Publishing Group. Kindle Edition. Sattin, Anthony. The Young T. E. Lawrence (pp. 34-35). W. W. Norton & Company. Kindle Edition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘If you wish to colonize a land in which people are already living, you must find a garrison for the land, or find a benefactor who will provide a garrison on your behalf.…Zionism is a colonizing venture and, therefore, it stands or falls on the question of armed forces.' - Vladimir 'Ze'ev' Jabotinsky   Ziontology Book: https://www.deepstateconsciousness.com/writing/ziontology   Notes: One Palestine, Complete: Jews and Arabs Under the British Mandate, by Tom Segev: http://tinyurl.com/527xn4sf   Righteous Victims: A History of the Zionist-Arab Conflict, 1881-2001, by Benny Morris: https://www.amazon.com/Righteous-Victims-Zionist-Arab-Conflict-1881-2001/dp/0679744754   The Peel Commission: https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/text-of-the-peel-commission-report   Confronting an Empire, Constructing a Nation, by Weldon C. Matthews: https://books.google.im/books/about/Confronting_an_Empire_Constructing_a_Nat.html?id=YPufgx2Mvk8C&redir_esc=y   The Banality of Brutality: British Armed Forces and the Repression of the Arab Revolt in Palestine, Matthew Hughes: https://web.archive.org/web/20160221163210/http://v-scheiner.brunel.ac.uk/bitstream/2438/7251/4/The%20banality%20of%20brutality.pdf   The Hundred Years' War on Palestine, by Rashid Khalidi: https://amzn.eu/d/anHQB3R   Rain and Tears by Neutrin05   / neutrin05   Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported  — CC BY-SA 3.0  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PKvY28 Music promoted by Audio Library    • Rain and Tears – Neutrin05 (No Copyri...   matt2131@hotmail.com

In this episode #44, we explore the key battles and turning points of World War I—from Verdun and the Somme to the Arab Revolt and the birth of tank warfare. Discover the brutal tactics, human costs, and game-changing innovations that defined the conflict. We also delve into lesser-known stories like forced labor, mutinies, and America's entry into the war. Dive into the untold depths of the Great War with us. 00:00 - Daylight Saving & Pocket Watch 01:44 - Battle of Verdun 25:27 - Brusilov's Bold Offensive 27:36 - Hell at the Somme 31:41 - Creeping Barrage Tactic 32:50 - Tanks at Flers-Courcelette 37:18 - Hindenburg Line 38:13 - Clash at Jutland 40:48 - Kut Death March 43:15 - Stench of the Dead 44:08 - Sea Lion's, Trial & Error 45:12 - Arab Revolt 48:41 - Romania Joins the War 50:02 - White War & Ship Attacks 52:49 - Wolves on the Battlefield 54:04 - Medical Breakthroughs 55:46 - Battle of Arras 56:03 - Nivelle Offensive & Heavy Losses  01:00:30 - Forced Labor Camps 01:02:10 - Mutinies Erupt 01:08:40 - War on the Waves 01:10:14 - America Enters the War 01:22:18 - Russian Revolution ignites 01:34:06 - Remaining Fronts 01:34:47 - Male vs. Female Tanks 01:35:58 - Closing Thoughts The First World War by John Keegan - https://amzn.to/3BSpTgM The Guns of August by Barbara W. Tuchman - https://amzn.to/48ij0S7 A World Undone by G. J. Meyer - https://amzn.to/3NvCPMe The Sleepwalkers by Christopher Clark - https://amzn.to/3YsU6M8 Now It Can Be Told by Philip Gibbs -https://amzn.to/4fsZk0k The Great War by Peter Hart - https://amzn.to/3Yxt1GH World War I: The Definitive Visual History by R.G. Grant - https://amzn.to/3C12mdB The Great Illusion by Sir Norman Angell - https://amzn.to/4dPt6ej They Shall Not Grow Old - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7905466/

On today's episode of the Jewish Review of Books Podcast, Abe is joined by Oren Kessler, author of the Sapir Award-winning book Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict. Oren dives into the history of this nearly forgotten revolt, and the outsized role it played in shaping the dynamics that still exist in the Israel today. The post The 1936 Arab Revolt And Our Modern Moment appeared first on Jewish Review of Books.

While Hussein believed Britain had agreed to recognise a vast independent Arab state, the British maintained that certain areas were excluded. This ambiguity went on to fuel later tensions and conflict in the Middle ...

Tensions continue to escalate in the Promised Land between the sons of Abraham while a new Beast arises on the European continent.

(A preview of the latest episode of Justin Podur's World War Civ series on his very excellent Anti-Empire Project podcast) General Allenby, Sharif Hussein and his son Feisal, and their handler TE Lawrence array the forces of the British Empire and the Arab Revolt against the Turco-German forces in Palestine. The battle starts in Gaza and ends with Allenby walking into the Jaffa Gate of Jerusalem. The story of the fateful campaign that brought British imperialism to Palestine (and Lebanon, and Syria…). We note that the British found Gaza to be a “fortress” from which it was impossible to dislodge the Turkish forces; Justin felt TE Lawrence was overrated, just another imperialist; and we compare admiration of the stoicism with which Allenby took news of his son's death, with an analogous situation today. https://podur.org/2024/05/13/world-war-civ-40-how-britain-took-palestine-in-1917/  

General Allenby, Sharif Hussein and his son Feisal, and their handler TE Lawrence array the forces of the British Empire and the Arab Revolt against the Turco-German forces in Palestine. The battle starts in Gaza and ends with Allenby walking into the Jaffa Gate of Jerusalem. The story of the fateful campaign that brought British … Continue reading "World War Civ 40: How Britain Took Palestine in 1917"

Dimitri and Khalid continue their exploration of the 1916 Arab Revolt, including: Sharif Hussein's brutal (and British-approved) new interpretation of the Sharia in Mecca, stamp collectors vindicated, the British origins of the Arab national flags, the Charlie Wilson's War vibes of “Lawrence of Arabia”, the predictive programming novel “The Green Mantle”, WW1 as the first modern MindWar, and the “shocking document” of imperial treachery known as Sykes-Picot. For access to premium episodes, NOID-FM mixes, upcoming installments of DEMON FORCES, and the Grotto of Truth Discord, subscribe to the Al-Wara' Frequency at patreon.com/subliminaljihad.

We'll Always Have Aqaba - David Lean's Lawrence of Arabia Few films are able to live up to the label of "epic".  In 1962 David Lean created one of the great epic masterpieces of cinema, Lawrence of Arabia. Based on the life of British archaeologist, army officer, diplomat, and write, T.E. Lawrence, Lean's film chronicles Lawrence's involvement in the Arab Revolt (1916-1918), his life among his adopted tribal families and his struggles with loyalty to the Arab tribes, the dessert, and his ties to his British roots. Lean's film is an epic in every way; from beautiful 70mm cinematography (lensed by the great Freddie Young) majestic and engrossing music from Maurice Jarre, and the incredible editing of Anne V. Coates (all three Academy Award winners for the film). Introducing Peter O'Toole and Omar Shariff, Lean would help create two of the great international stars Cinema has known. It's a thrill for Mr. Chavez and I to sit down, watch, remember, and discuss this powerful, overwhelming, and life-changing film. Take a listen as we dig into the history of The Middle East, the reception and legacy of this film, and comparisons to other "White Saviour" stories. It's a damn good talk. We hope you'll enjoy. Let us know what you think - gondoramos@yahoo.com.  For those of you who would like to donate to this undying labor of love, you can do so with a donation at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/watchrickramos  - Anything and Everything is appreciated, You Cheap Bastards.

There is a strong argument to be made that the root of Palestinian identity can be traced back to the 1936-1939 Great Revolt, which united rival families and communities, melded urban with rural, and joined rich and poor together in a struggle against Zionism and the British Empire. This is the starting point in Oren Kessler's exquisitely detailed new book, "Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict," which takes the reader inside the earliest days of Jewish migration from Europe during the interwar period, and raises numerous questions about the key events which continue to shape the modern Middle East conflict today. In this conversation with Robert Amsterdam, Kessler approaches the protagonists in this history with great care and empathy, and sheds light on the numerous complexities behind critical "what if" moments, from the Balfour Declaration and the White Paper of 1939. In light of the horrific October 7 attacks and the continuing conflict in Gaza, an interrogation of the historical roots of statehood in the region such as Kessler's book are a revelation and education.

Chapter 1 What's Lawrence in Arabia Book by Scott Anderson"Lawrence in Arabia: War, Deceit, Imperial Folly, and the Making of the Modern Middle East" is a non-fiction book written by Scott Anderson. Published in 2013, the book explores the life and experiences of T.E. Lawrence (popularly known as Lawrence of Arabia), a British intelligence officer and archaeologist who played a significant role during World War I, particularly in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire. Anderson investigates the political and historical context of the Middle East during that time, delving into the complexities and consequences of the British, French, and American involvement in the region. The book provides a comprehensive and nuanced examination of Lawrence's life and the broader geopolitical changes that unfolded in the aftermath of World War I, ultimately shaping the modern Middle East.Chapter 2 Is Lawrence in Arabia Book A Good BookThis is subjective and can vary depending on personal preferences. However, "Lawrence in Arabia" by Scott Anderson is generally well-regarded by readers and critics alike. It provides a detailed and well-researched account of the life and exploits of T.E. Lawrence, also known as Lawrence of Arabia, during World War I. The book delves into Lawrence's role as a liaison officer between the British and Arab forces, his involvement in the Arab Revolt, and his struggles with identity, loyalty, and the consequences of war. It is praised for its engaging narrative, extensive historical research, and balanced portrayal of Lawrence and the complex events of the time. Ultimately, whether or not it is considered a good book will depend on the individual reader's interests and preferences.Chapter 3 Lawrence in Arabia Book by Scott Anderson Summary"Lawrence in Arabia: War, Deceit, Imperial Folly, and the Making of the Modern Middle East" is a historical non-fiction book written by Scott Anderson. It explores the life and experiences of T.E. Lawrence (also known as Lawrence of Arabia) during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire in World War I.The book delves into Lawrence's background and his role as an intelligence officer and liaison to the Arab forces. It explores his wit, intelligence, and eccentricities that made him a unique figure in the war, as well as his ability to navigate the complex political landscape of the time.Anderson also provides a detailed account of the Arab Revolt itself, highlighting the various tribes and leaders involved, their motivations, and their struggles against the Ottoman Empire. He depicts the geography and harsh conditions of the Arabian desert, which played a significant role in shaping the strategies and tactics of the Arab forces.Furthermore, "Lawrence in Arabia" explores the larger political context of the war, including the rivalries and alliances between the European powers, and their influence on the Middle East. Anderson focuses on Britain, France, Germany, and the United States, showing how their actions and imperialist motivations affected the Arab Revolt and its aftermath.The book also examines the impact of Lawrence's actions and writings on the post-war Middle East. Anderson provides a critical analysis of Lawrence's efforts to create an independent Arab state and argues that his idealism clashed with the realities of colonial powers and conflicting interests.Overall, "Lawrence in Arabia" provides a comprehensive and engaging account of T.E. Lawrence and the Arab Revolt, shedding light on the complex political and military dynamics of the time, as well as their lasting consequences in the modern Middle East. Chapter 4 Lawrence in Arabia Book Author

Sir Ranulph Fiennes pays tribute to a fellow legend in his new biography Lawrence of Arabia. A former SAS officer, Fiennes says he feels a lot of affinity for archaeologist and adventurer Thomas Edward Lawrence, who made a gruelling 300-mile journey through blistering desert heat during the 1916 Arab Revolt. No shirker himself, Fiennes was first to reach both Poles, first to cross the Antarctic and Arctic Ocean and first to circumnavigate the world along its polar axis. He climbed Everest age 65.

The recent Substack post and episode of History Impossible about the significant three root historical causes of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict has largely been well-received. What I didn't expect is that one of the main sources I used for that episode would be willing to speak with me in greater depth about the massively underrated Arab Revolt of 1936-1939. In this episode, we're joined by the scholar, political analyst, and writer Oren Kessler, whose 2023 book Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict should be included as required reading for anyone interested or invested in what has been topping the news since October 7th, 2023.Oren, like myself, is a believer in the notion that the Littlefinger of Palestine, the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem Hajj Amin al-Husseini, is a figure of massively underrated importance. In this episode, we discuss the Arab Revolt through the eyes of the Mufti and examine just why he and his decisions and his legacy matter in the 21st century, despite him becoming largely forgotten except for his infamous photo op with the Fuhrer of Nazi Germany himself, Adolf Hitler. Oren makes the case that this is giving al-Husseini the short shrift with regards to his impact and we discuss why this should be both self-evident and required for understanding why things have gotten so bad between Israel and Gaza.Thank you and enjoy!History Impossible has been made possible by the following generous supporters on Patreon, Substack, and PayPal. Please consider donating today to help keep me free and this show alive:David Adamcik Michael Beach Benjamin Elias Borota Johannes Breitsameter Charles C Mind ChatteringsCJ Cliffydeuce CRdaddygorgon Paul DeCoster Nathan Diehl Bob Downing Rob Duval Gavin Edwards Pierre Ghazarian Jayson Griesmeyer Nathan Grote Benjamin Hamilton Peter Hauck Carey Hurst Joseph Hurst Thomas Justesen Mike Kalnins Bryn Kaufman Leah KodnerBenjamin Lee Maddy Mounty of Madness Jose Martinez Mike Mayleben Judy McCoid Kyle Mohney Monica Kostas Moros Ryan Mortenson Ben Mullen Allen Pace Skip Pacheco David Page Molly PanJeff Parrent Jean Peters Brian Pritzl AnaR737PJ Rader Gleb Radutsky Aleksandr Rakitin Phillip Rice Chris Rowe Jon Andre Saether Alison Salo Jake Scalia Emily Schmidt Julian Schmidt Andrew Seeber Cameron Smith Thomas Squeo Brian Steggeman Pier-Luc St-PierreAthal Krishna Sundarrajan Jared Cole Temple ChrisTX Robert VSJonny Wilkie Ricky Worthey F. YouThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5634566/advertisement

Welcome to Gorilla Radio, recorded October 28th and 29th, 2023 Having watched the incremental disintegration of Western Civilizations, such as it was, over the last forty and something years, it still comes as a surprise to witness the depravity, viciousness, and yes, banality of the evil now run rampant. And this is without regarding the unspeakable Israel - enacting a literal genocide even now, every moment - but the revelation of the West's moral bankruptcy Israel's ultimate crime illustrates. Certainly the blame for the killing of Gaza is on the governments and institutions of America, Europe, the NATO nations - Canada, the rest of the Anglo-American Alliance, and their satraps around the World - but the blood of innocents stains our hands too; we the people who allowed this happen, and allow it continue. So, now what are you and I and we to do? Dimitri Lascaris is a Montreal-based activist, journalist, and lawyer. He served as Justice Critic in the Shadow Cabinet of the Green Party of Canada and likewise for the Green Party of Quebec. Dimitri's interviews for TRNN are at TheRealNews.com. Dimitri's articles appear at various sites online and at his website, DimitriLascaris.org, where I found his latest piece, 'If We Have Any Honour, We Will Defend the Palestinian People'. Dimitri Lascaris in the first half. And; is there method in this madness? Was the ruthless destruction of decency and the foundational principles of the West, and presumably Israel, the intention of the current onslaught in Gaza, (and increasingly underscored by the marauding bands of murderous "settlers" in the West Bank)? Or has it all just gotten away from the perennial felon, prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, originally hoping perhaps just for a distraction from the determined - and massive - demonstrations against his government? Whither Israel then, and where does the disaster it has wrought for Palestine's people lead it now? John Helmer is a journalist and author who's spent decades living in and reporting from Russia. Principle behind the web news site, Dances with Bears, Helmer has too been a professor of political science, sociology, and journalism, and served as advisor to governments at the highest levels. Among his many book titles are: ‘Skripal in Prison,' ‘The Man Who Knows Too Much About Russia,' ‘The Jackals' Wedding: American Power, Arab Revolt', ‘The Lie That Shot Down MH-17', and his latest, ‘SOVCOMPLOT: How Pirates Tried to Capture the Treasure of the Russian Seas, and Were Caught Out'. John's latest article at Dances with Bears examines the question of what becomes of "the only democracy in the Middle East" now that its long-promised war is begun. John Helmer and 'THE GODS ARE GOING AGAINST THE CHOSEN PEOPLE — MAMMON AGAINST ISRAEL, MARS AGAINST THE PENTAGON' in the second half. But first, Dimitri Lascaris and the great unraveling beginning in the navel of the World. Chris Cook hosts Gorilla Radio, broad/webcasting since 1999. Check out the Archive at Gorilla-Radio.com, GRadio.Substack.com, and the GR blog at: https://gorillaradioblog.blogspot.com/

Welcome to Gorilla Radio, recorded October 29th, 2023 Is there method in this madness? Was the ruthless destruction of decency and the foundational principles of the West, and presumably Israel, the intention of the current onslaught in Gaza, (and increasingly underscored by the marauding bands of murderous "settlers" in the West Bank)? Or has it all just gotten away from the perennial felon, prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, originally hoping perhaps just for a distraction from the determined - and massive - demonstrations against his government? Whither Israel then, and where does the disaster it has wrought for Palestine's people lead it now? John Helmer is a journalist and author who's spent decades living in and reporting from Russia. Principle behind the web news site, Dances with Bears, Helmer has too been a professor of political science, sociology, and journalism, and served as advisor to governments at the highest levels. Among his many book titles are: ‘Skripal in Prison,' ‘The Man Who Knows Too Much About Russia,' ‘The Jackals' Wedding: American Power, Arab Revolt', ‘The Lie That Shot Down MH-17', and his latest, ‘SOVCOMPLOT: How Pirates Tried to Capture the Treasure of the Russian Seas, and Were Caught Out'. John's latest article at Dances with Bears examines the question of what becomes of "the only democracy in the Middle East" now that its long-promised war is begun. John Helmer and 'THE GODS ARE GOING AGAINST THE CHOSEN PEOPLE — MAMMON AGAINST ISRAEL, MARS AGAINST THE PENTAGON'.   Chris Cook hosts Gorilla Radio, broad/webcasting since 1999. Check out the Archive at Gorilla-Radio.com, GRadio.Substack.com, and the GR blog at: https://gorillaradioblog.blogspot.com/

Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence--- Welcome and Introduction Everything Once Old is Now New Again  The Literary Life of T.E. Lawrence Nobody Gets a “Vacation from History.” The Arab Revolt of WWI and the Overton Window The ‘Sick Man' of Europe Belief Unbound from Meaning  Picking Leaders from What You've Got Available  Dance with the Ones Who Brung You Who is Going to Do the Work of Leadership?  The Unbridled Cynicism of Realpolitik Staying on the Leadership Path Music: Sergei Rachmaninoff; Suite No. 2 for two pianos, Op. 17, recorded live in the Tapestry Room of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston.The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is pleased to share this concert under a Creative Commons Music Sharing License. For details see https://www.gardnermuseum.org.Opening theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON! Check out the 2022 Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list! --- Check out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/. Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/ Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribe Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members. --- Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/. Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/. Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvVbIU_bSEflwYpd9lWXuA/. Leadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx. Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/. Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/LdrshpTlb

A few weeks before the Hamas pogrom, Moynihan was reading Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict by the brilliant Israeli-American journalist and historian Oren Kessler. So he called him to talk through the current conflict, its historical antecedents, and how Hamas's murder spree has effected his family.* RIP Tomer Shoham* The nightmare scenario* “This is good for Hamas”* The “I don't support it, but you have to understand…” argument* The “occupation” is Tel Aviv and Haifa* Nowhere to go / hostage trading* On the media coverage* The Arab Revolt of 1936* The beginning of Arab nationalism, Jewish terrorism* Writing while angry* The Jewish Agency Fund This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wethefifth.substack.com/subscribe

Our story begins in an age of empires, where powers grappled for control, supremacy and resources, in a world that was rapidly changing. This narrative takes us into the heart of the Ottoman Empire, at the twilight of its existence, when the Arab provinces were chafing under the yoke of Turkification and centralization. This was a time when old alliances were fracturing, new ideologies were blooming, and the stage was being set for a revolt that would forever change the landscape of the Middle East. Enter Sherif Hussein of Mecca, a key figure who dreamed of a united Arab nation free from Ottoman rule. Inspired by a swelling wave of Arab nationalism, and fueled by promises from Britain of support for an independent Arab state, Hussein launched a revolt that would shake the foundations of the Ottoman Empire and redraw the map of the Middle East. This is a tale of heroism and treachery, of grand aspirations and harsh realities, and of promises made and promises broken. It is the tale of the Arab Revolt, an event that unfolded amidst the chaos of World War 1, reshaped the geopolitics of the Middle East, and left a legacy that continues to echo through the annals of history. Join us as we journey back in time, exploring the origins, progress, aftermath, and enduring impact of this monumental uprising.

Welcome to What Matters Now, a weekly podcast exploration into one key issue shaping Israel and the Jewish World — right now. Jewish-American journalist Norman Cousins once said, “History is a vast early warning system.” This week we speak with Oren Kessler, the author of “Palestine 1936,” who would likely agree. But as we see in Kessler's new book, history can also be a collection of missed opportunities. “David Ben-Gurion, starting in about 1933-34, had a series of meetings with a man by the name Musa Alami and he and Ben-Gurion met again and again throughout the early mid-1930s and they come tantalizingly close to some sort of an agreement before everything goes wrong, as tends to happen,” Kessler said this week in Jerusalem's Nomi Studios. Kessler's new book is about the Arab Revolt that took place from 1936-1939. He argues, quite convincingly, that these years in British Mandate Palestine form the roots of the Middle East conflict. The book attempts to illuminate all three sides of the complex relationship between the British, Jews and Arabs attempting to occupy the Holy Land during these formative years. Kessler is a journalist and political analyst based in  Tel Aviv. He spent five years researching and writing “Palestine 1936” and it's clearly a labor he loved. There are many lessons that have yet to be learned as we see this bloody history repeating itself in Israel, even today. So this week, we ask author Oren Kessler, what mattered then and why does that matter now? What Matters Now podcasts are available for download on iTunes, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, Stitcher, PlayerFM or wherever you get your podcasts. IMAGE: Journalist Oren Kessler, author of 'Palestine 1936' (Hadas Parush)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first half, he's a hero – in the second, he's losing his mind. T.E. Lawrence is the conflicted figure who inserts himself into the Arab Revolt during World War I, only to find his reputation, sanity, and very identity hanging in the balance. LAWRENCE OF ARABIA is one of the best regarded movies of all time. Normally, that raises an eyebrow, but in this case, we find it's absolutely still true. It's a multifaceted portrait not just of the soldier-turned-diplomat thrillseeker but of the entire British insertion into the Arabian Peninsula. Its strength is in its scope: Impossibly wide vistas frame four men sitting in a tent as broadly as entire tribes, rarely letting a single face speak for itself. LAWRENCE OF ARABIA is interested not in iconoclasm or image rehabilitation – only a complex, awesome portrait of a complex, awesome event and the people who shaped it. Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/trylovepodcast and email us at trylovepodcast@gmail.com to get in touch! Buy tickets and support the Trylon at https://www.trylon.org/. Theme: "Raindrops" by Huma-Huma/"No Smoking" PSA by John Waters. Outro music: "Overture" from the LAWRENCE OF ARABIA soundtrack by Maurice Jarre. Timestamps 0:00 - Episode 236: LAWRENCE OF ARABIA (1962) 1:38 - The episode actually starts 3:06 - The Patented Aaron Grossman Summary (under exclusive license from AG Enterprises, Ltd.) 6:45 - Expectations of LAWRENCE OF ARABIA vs. the reality 14:43 - Broadening the scope beyond Lawrence 24:50 - The Lawrence we meet in the first half vs. the Lawrence we know in the second half 39:27 - The allegory of Lawrence 50:25 - The Junk Drawer 52:57 - Good Grief, Give Me a GIF! 58:37 - Cody's Noteys: Try-Lawrence of Arabi-love

During World War One, a British soldier name Thomas Edward Lawrence or T.E. Lawrence found himself in his dream position, smack dab in the middle of Arabia helping to lead the Arab revolt against the Ottoman Turks. Lawrence of Arabia as he came to be known fought not only the Ottomans but also for the independence of the Arab people, even to the chagrin of his British superiors. He seemed at times fearless with his tactics for war, surprise attacking railways, crossing nearly impassable deserts to attack enemies where they least expected it. Join us for a lesson on this controversial historical figure. 

“Young men make wars…, old men make the peace. And the vices of peace are the vices of old men. Mistrust and caution. It must be so.” Prince Faisal (Lawrence Of Arabia)The Arabian Peninsula has been pivotal since ancient times, and for good reason. Home to legendary figures such as the Queen of Sheba, and thriving trading hubs linking India to Africa to the Mediterranean, its territories have been fought over for centuries. Time for Paul and Mikey to get some sand between their toes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Jack Omer-Jackaman speaks to Oren Kessler, author, journalist, and political analyst. They discuss Kessler's new book, Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict, and the ways in which the Revolt continues to inform both the Israeli-Palestinian dynamic and the direction of Palestinian politics and terrorism today. Kessler previously served as deputy director for research at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies in Washington, research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society in London, Arab affairs correspondent for The Jerusalem Post, and as an editor and translator at Haaretz English edition. 

Journalist Oren Kessler dives into the enduring legacy of the Arab Revolt of 1936. Oren Kessler is a journalist and political analyst based in Tel Aviv. He has served as deputy director for research at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies in Washington, research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society in London, Arab affairs correspondent for The Jerusalem Post, and an editor and translator at Haaretz English edition. ​ Raised in Rochester, New York, and Tel Aviv, he holds a BA in history from the University of Toronto and an MA in diplomacy and conflict studies from Reichman University (IDC Herzliya). ​ Kessler's work has appeared in media outlets including Foreign Affairs, Foreign Policy, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and Politico. Palestine 1936 is his first book.

World War 1 had lasting consequences that can be seen in the world we know today. Join us as we discuss one part of that great conflict, the Arab Revolt, and the work of Thomas Edward Lawrence, who is known today as Lawrence of Arabia. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support

The riders sat on their mounts, horses and camels, and gazed across the desert toward the shimmering sea and a small village on its shore. An old fortress dominated what passed for a skyline, the only building that stood more than two stories above the ground. Clusters of palm trees waved in the hot, dry wind, and the soldiers could see knots of people moving about in the town's plaza. No enemy troops were visible and no defenses prepared. The long journey across the desert toward their target had yielded a strategic surprise. Fifty men on horseback stayed in place, while the larger group of four hundred men riding camels began to move left and right. The soldiers on foot rested, knowing they would soon have to run across rocky ground to keep up with the cavalry. Two men had planned this attack; one would lead the horsemen straight toward the target while the other rode his camel around to hit the flanks. With only a nod from their leader, the men charged toward the town of Aqaba. Most students of the First World War know of the great campaigns by mighty armies on the Western and Eastern fronts. Some know of smaller battles fought in Italy, Greece, and on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey. But few—apart from some movie buffs—know the story of the Great Arab Revolt of 1916-18 that brought down an empire that had lasted for over six centuries and gave us the modern Middle East with all its glories and terrors. The revolt was a minor affair in the minds of generals in London, Paris, Berlin, and Constantinople, and its impact on the overall course of the Great War was small. But it produced some of the greatest heroes of that war, men whose deeds shaped the future course of millions of lives around the world. Join us as we teach you about the Arab Revolt and Thomas Edward Lawrence, Lawrence of Arabia. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support

Palestine 1936 The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict is the newly published book by Oren Kessler, an Israel-based author and journalist. In this conversation, Oren discusses his book, the Revolt, and their relevance today.  The book is available here on Amazon.  

Often understood through Peter O'Toole's iconic display, who really was Lawrence of Arabia? His role in the First World War and the Arab Revolt had a defining effect on the Middle-East. Listen as William and Anita are joined by Anthony Sattin to discuss his life. LRB Empire offer: lrb.me/empire This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/empirepod. Twitter: @Empirepoduk Goalhangerpodcasts.com Producer: Callum Hill Exec Producer: Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Hughes is Chair in military history at Brunel University London. His most recent book Britain's Pacification of Palestine: the British Army, the Colonial State and the Arab Revolt, 1936-39 came out with Cambridge University Press in 2019. He is currently working on a project examining British military force on Borneo at the end of empire, 1962-66.

Welcome to Gorilla Radio, recorded February 19th, 2023. On February 8th of this year, Dutch police presented new evidence to the District Court of The Hague regarding the July 17th, 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. Upon entering their evidence, the Dutch government and an Australian investigator on the case admitted to having held American military satellite images from the court, the press, and defence lawyers throughout the two-year trial for the wrongful deaths of the two hundred and ninety-eight people who perished aboard that ill-fated flight. John Helmer is a journalist and author who's spent decades living in and reporting from Russia. The principle behind the web news site, Dances with Bears, Helmer has too been a professor of political science, sociology and journalism, and served as advisor to governments at the highest levels. Among his many book titles are: ‘Skripal in Prison,' ‘The Man Who Knows Too Much About Russia,' ‘The Jackals' Wedding: American Power, Arab Revolt', his latest, ‘Australian Fascism: How It Destroyed the Courts,' and ‘The Lie That Shot Down MH-17'. His recent article on the latest from The Hague and the MH-17 disaster is, 'US SATELLITE PHOTOS REVEALED AT LAST – NOW THEY INCRIMINATE THE DUTCH POLICE, PROSECUTORS, AND JUDGES IN THE MH17 SHOW TRIAL'. Today, John Helmer and the JIT's latest shot in the West's war against Russia. Chris Cook hosts Gorilla Radio, broad/webcasting since 1999. Check out the Archive at Gorilla-Radio.com, GRadio.Substack.com, and the GR blog at: https://gorillaradioblog.blogspot.com/

TFJ Season 2 Episode 20  The Arab Revolt, The White Paper and the Évian Conference With the rise of Jewish immigration to Palestine in the 1930s the Arabs lodged their protest with violence, attacks, murder and mayhem that became known as the Arab Revolt (1936-1939). In response to the revolt, famous appeaser Neville Chamberlin, far more interested in Arab oil than the plight of millions of desperate Jews whose lives were in imminent danger, issued The White Paper of 1939. This entailed a severe limitation of Jewish immigration to Palestine. Despite the fact that the White Paper stated that the future of Jewish immigration would be determined by the Arab majority and limited if not curtailed the ability of Jews to buy land, it was still rejected by Palestine Arabs led by Haj Amin al-Husseini.   With the number of Jewish refugees in Europe at catastrophic dimensions consequential to the Nazi rise to power in Germany and in Austria, the Évian Conference was convened to ease their plight. The conference was a fiasco never intending to be of any help, and in fact, gravely worsened their condition.

Welcome to Gorilla Radio, recorded January 22, 2023 Approaching the first anniversary of Russia's "Special Operations" in the Donbass region of Ukraine prospects for Russia's proposed ceasefire are tremulous, and the chance of peace breaking out soon remote. The problem for those seeking an end to the killing is, as ever, finding willing partners on both sides of the conflict. For now, Ukraine's backers in the United States and the NATO countries seem content to allow the war continue, sapping Russia's political and economic resources while providing a lucrative market for their weapons-making industries. But, and it is an enormous one, elements within Germany's uber military echelons are pushing America to put an end to its project in Ukraine - before it's too late! John Helmer is a journalist, author, and principle behind the web news site, Dances with Bears. He's a past professor of political science, sociology, and journalism and has served as advisor to governments at the highest level. Helmer has spent decades living in and reporting from Russia, and among his many book titles are: ‘The Lie That Shot Down MH-17,' ‘Skripal in Prison,' ‘The Man Who Knows Too Much About Russia,' ‘The Jackals' Wedding: American Power, Arab Revolt', and his latest, ‘Australian Fascism: How It Destroyed the Courts.'. John's recent article at Dances with Bears, ‘GERMAN GENERAL TELLS U.S. GENERALS TO LOSE THE UKRAINE WAR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT LOSING THE EMPIRE IN EUROPE‘ reveals Germany's evolving position on the Ukraine conflict. Today, John Helmer and abandoning the Ukraine battle to save the Russia war. Chris Cook hosts Gorilla Radio, broad/webcasting since 1999. Check out the Archive at Gorilla-Radio.com, GRadio.Substack.com, and the GR blog at: https://gorillaradioblog.blogspot.com/

Welcome to Gorilla Radio, recorded December 20th, 2022. "Fascism" has become, in the post-totalitarian west, a term traduced through overuse to the point of triteness. So much so, it begs questioning whether this trivialization is not done by some nefarious design than the more usual intellectual laziness of the purveyors of news and other so-called "information". But - and it is an enormous but - fascism did not die with Herr Hitler, its surviving spore has found purchase in the body politic of liberal democracies across the World; in some more readily than others. John Helmer, the self-titled "doyen" of the foreign press corps in Russia is principle of the web news site, Dances with Bears. He's a native-born Australian, educated there and at Harvard University in America. He's also a prolific author, some of whose titles include: ‘The Lie That Shot Down MH-17,' ‘Skripal in Prison,' ‘The Man Who Knows Too Much About Russia,' ‘The Jackals' Wedding: American Power, Arab Revolt', and his latest, just hours off the presses, 'Australian Fascism: How It Destroyed the Courts.' Today, a special Christmas Season observance of the persistent survival of a political philosophy as perniciously adaptive, and destructive, as any holly and ivy ever was. Chris Cook hosts Gorilla Radio, broad/webcasting since 1999. Check out the Archive at Gorilla-Radio.com, GRadio.Substack.com, and the GR blog at: https://gorillaradioblog.blogspot.com/

Welcome to Gorilla Radio, recorded October 1st and 2nd, 2022 And welcome too to what appears to be the end of the pretense of Canada, the sovereign state. If we're honest, like Peter Pan's Tinkerbell, that place existed ever only as an article of faith: It was because we believed it, it was so. But in its deeds these last years, it is increasingly difficult to maintain the fiction this place named Canada is anything more in fact than a placeholder for Greater America and its now nakedly evident Empire. Yves Engler is a prolific author, essayist, and political activist. Among his dozen books are ten detailing various myths of "Canada's" foreign policy past and present. His hundreds of articles on that and other matters of the moment appear across the internet and at his site, YvesEngler.com. Yves is too the host of the Canadian Foreign Policy Hour, a "weekly news roundup and interactive discussion about Canada's role abroad." It's a forum made possible by the new communications environment, one that allows the citizenry sidestep corporate and state news mediation. Yves Engler in the first half. And; things are changing so rapidly it's almost pointless to write now, two days before my second guest's interview, about the previously mentioned Empire's efforts to overthrow Russian leadership and usurp entirely the European economy. Just today, on September's last day, NATO is entertaining an expedited application to accept Ukraine into its fold; even as Russia announces the adoption of Western Ukrainian territories. These two actions, should NATO complete its part, automatically create a state of war between the NATO states and Russia - setting the stage for World War III. This all in the wake of the sabotage of Russia's Nord Stream I and II pipelines. John Helmer is a journalist, author, and principle behind the web news site, Dances with Bears. He's a past professor of political science, sociology, and journalism and has served as advisor to governments at the highest level. Helmer has spent decades living in and reporting from Russia, and among his many book titles are: ‘The Lie That Shot Down MH-17,' ‘Skripal in Prison,' ‘The Man Who Knows Too Much About Russia,' and his latest, ‘The Jackals' Wedding: American Power, Arab Revolt'. John Helmer and Aftershocks of the Nord Stream attacks as prelude to Armageddon in the second half. But first, Yves Engler and Canada's foreign-dictated foreign policy. Chris Cook hosts Gorilla Radio, airing since 1999; in Victoria at 101.9FM, and on the internet at: cfuv.ca.  Check out the GR blog at: http://gorillaradioblog.blogspot.com/

Welcome to Gorilla Radio, recorded September 17th and 18th, 2022. This week past, the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency officially demanded Russia relinquish control of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, or (ZNPP), and "all nuclear facilities within Ukraine's internationally recognized borders" into the hands of "competent Ukraine authorities". The Russian-held nuclear plant has been repeatedly shelled and was too the target of a Kiev commando-raid. The IAEA's investigation on the status of the plant, and now this report, are precedent-setting for the agency, but not a departure from the recent trend toward politicizing international agencies to serve the interests of America and NATO. John Helmer is a journalist, author, and principle behind the web news site, Dances with Bears. He's a past professor of political science, sociology, and journalism and has served as advisor to governments at the highest level. Helmer has spent decades living in and reporting from Russia, and among his many book titles are: ‘The Lie That Shot Down MH-17,' ‘Skripal in Prison,' ‘The Man Who Knows Too Much About Russia,' and his latest, ‘The Jackals' Wedding: American Power, Arab Revolt'. John Helmer in the first half. And; even as the UN's IAEA and OPCW are co-opted against their mandates into the service of the war-state, so too countries big and small are strong-armed to bend their laws to suit the aims of the United States. Witness Great Britain's abandonment of the Magna Carta in the Assange case, or Canada's deplorable political arrest of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou and two-plus year torturing of logic and jurisprudence required to keep her imprisoned. What chance then do smaller countries like Sweden, or Iceland, or Cabo Verde have when their leadership receives a call from Uncle Sam? In the latter's case, that phone rang when Venezuelan diplomat and businessman, Alex Saab's plane landed for refueling in the tiny African nation, en route to Iran. Today, Saab languishes in an American prison cell for the crime of challenging imperial power. Roger D. Harris' long civil rights activism career encompasses the teaching political science at a Historical Black College in Mississippi in the 1960's and community organizing in East Harlem, New York City. Today, Roger's a Wildlife Biologist and conducts eco-tours with the Oceanic Society, but he still has an oar or two in the activist waters; sitting on the board of the human rights organization, Task Force on the Americas, and serving on the executive committee of the US Peace Council, among others. His political essays feature online at CounterPunch, Dissident Voice, Mint Press News, Popular Resistance, and at the Task Force on the Americas site, where I found his recent article, 'Possible Prisoner Exchange in US Hybrid War Against Venezuela'. Roger Harris and freeing Alex Saab in the second half. But first, John Helmer and the IAEA's use as an instrument of one party in conflict. Chris Cook hosts Gorilla Radio, airing since 1999; in Victoria at 101.9FM, and on the internet at: cfuv.ca.  Check out the GR blog at: http://gorillaradioblog.blogspot.com/

On 10 October 2021 we podcast Maged Mandour's incisive assessment of the military industrial dictatorship President Sisi is building in Egypt. Maged is a political analyst who writes openDemocracy's “Chronicles of the Arab Revolt” column, covering the affairs of the Arab world with a special focus on social change in the post-Arab Spring Middle East. He is also a Sada writer for the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, a contributor to Middle East Eye and a regular Arab Digest contributor. Sign up NOW at ArabDigest.org for free to join the club and start receiving our daily newsletter & podcasts.

Lawrence of Arabia has become one of the most well known films in the world. It inspired Steven Spielberg to become a filmmaker and President Barack Obama considers it one of his favorite films. But few people know the book behind the movie. In this episode, host Zachary Davis speaks with Professor Charles Stang about Seven Pillars of Wisdom; the autobiographical account of British soldier T. E. Lawrence while he fought alongside rebel forces during the Arab Revolt in WWI. Charles Stang is Professor of Early Christian Thought and Director of the Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard University. See more information on our website, WritLarge.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Lawrence of Arabia has become one of the most well known films in the world. It inspired Steven Spielberg to become a filmmaker and President Barack Obama considers it one of his favorite films. But few people know the book behind the movie. In this episode, host Zachary Davis speaks with Professor Charles Stang about Seven Pillars of Wisdom; the autobiographical account of British soldier T. E. Lawrence while he fought alongside rebel forces during the Arab Revolt in WWI. Charles Stang is Professor of Early Christian Thought and Director of the Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard University. See more information on our website, WritLarge.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Lawrence of Arabia has become one of the most well known films in the world. It inspired Steven Spielberg to become a filmmaker and President Barack Obama considers it one of his favorite films. But few people know the book behind the movie. In this episode, host Zachary Davis speaks with Professor Charles Stang about Seven Pillars of Wisdom; the autobiographical account of British soldier T. E. Lawrence while he fought alongside rebel forces during the Arab Revolt in WWI. Charles Stang is Professor of Early Christian Thought and Director of the Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard University. See more information on our website, WritLarge.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

The British supported the Revolt as it distracted tens of thousands of Ottoman troops from joining other fronts in the First World ...

Member of Knesset, Ayman Odeh, calls on Arabs serving in the police force and IDF to revolt. Tel Aviv restaurant reopens just days after the recent terror attack. The IDF rounds up 13 suspected terrorists. 

TFJ Series 2: Episode 2 The Arab revolt resulted in widespread violence across the land aimed at both Jewish and British targets. British officer and Christian Zionist, Orde Wingate trained Hagana fighters how to defend themselves. These troops assisted the British in quelling the Arab Revolt. These very same troops instructed by the British would become members of a Jewish revolt against the British less than ten years later. As the world was shocked by the atrocities performed against the Jews featured in the news after the Anschluss in March 1938, there was pressure in Washington to make a humanitarian effort on behalf of the refugees. America announced the Evian Conference to take place in July 1938 at Lake Geneva composed of 32 countries to alleviate the refugee crises. The conference was a total farce as no country, with the exception of the Dominican Republic, was prepared to open their borders and assist the refugees. This sent a clear message to Hitler that he would do whatever he wished and the suffering of millions of humans in Europe did not interest the world. Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com  Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know they too can have a new favorite podcast.  © 2022 Media Education Trust llc

Lawrence of Arabia is the stuff of legend. There have been numerous books written and films made about him, but who was T.E. Lawrence actually? What made this man with so many talents, who was also immensely brave and resourceful, act and think as he did? Our 40th Episode explores some of the possible reasons. Books:Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T.E. LawrenceLawrence of Arabia: The Authorized Biography of T.E. Lawrence by Jeremy WilsonT.E. Lawrence by His Friends edited by Arnold LawrenceThe Letters of T.E. Lawrence edited by David GarnettFilm:Lawrence of Arabia (1962) Starring Peter O'TooleLawrence of Arabia: The Battle For The Arab World (2003) PBS Documentary Edits:T.E. Lawrence is buried in the churchyard of St. Nicolas' Church in Moreton, Dorset, but there is a memorial bust of Lawrence located in St. Paul's Cathedral in London.Even though we mentioned it, we never did get around to discussing the Allenby Rule. Per the 1962 film, when in Damascus and a large fire broke out, one of General Allenby's subordinates asked him, “What should be done?”  to which Allenby replied, “Nothing, it's usually best.” So, when a problem arises and you're faced with a myriad of options, often your best choice is to do nothing, i.e., the Allenby Rule. 

In this episode, Leeh begins the story of Palestine. She describes the origins of Zionism and the influence of Theodor Herzl, explaining the settler colonial scheme to establish a Jewish state in the home of the Palestinian people.  You'll also hear about:How the British seized control of  Palestine The Balfour Declaration Beginning of settlementPalestinian support for Jewish settlersTune in next week to hear Leeh describe the Arab Revolt and the 1948 Nakba. 

The 1936 Arab Revolt was a turning point in this conflict.   It changed the nature of British policy, of Palestinian politics, and of Jewish politics.  To make this more accessible, I have broken the talk into two parts, A and B. You will notice that these thought were directed to a class.  There are a couple of times when I mention documents.  I wish I could attach documents to these podcasts, but perhaps you can find them on the internet. I suggest that you print out a map of the 1937 partition plan.  It will help when we discuss this. There are some other podcasts coming that pre-date this topic sequentially.   You haven't missed anything.  Interesting factoid:  Izzadin al Kassem, the Syrian religious scholar and reformer who joined the revolt, was killed in his first battle. Also, when I discussed the possibility that my wife might have divorced me when we were living in enya, that was a hypothetical example.  We are still happily married.