Podcasts about Islamism

This week, Michael is joined by Munira Mirza. Raised in Oldham and educated at Oxford, Munira worked at Policy Exchange before serving as Deputy Mayor of London under Boris Johnson and later as Director of the No.10 Policy Unit, where she helped shape the Conservatives' 2019 election manifesto. She now leads Civic Future and the think tank Fix Britain.In the first of this two-part interview, Munira reflects on Labour's vulnerability in the upcoming Gorton and Denton by-election, and the ‘serious threat' it faces if the Muslim votes flees to the Greens. She discusses the politicisation of religious identity, the influence of Islamism in Britain, and what she sees as a failure of public authorities to confront hard truths.They also discuss the news this week that Valdo Calocane – the man who killed three people in Nottingham in 2023 – was released from hospital in 2020 because health professionals were concerned about the disproportionate number of black men who were being detained in the mental health system. Munira argues that fear of being accused of institutional racism has distorted decision-making, a scandal of potentially greater magnitude than the grooming gangs and with serious consequences for public safety.Finally, she revisits Brexit and the 2019 realignment, defending the decision to leave the EU and arguing that levelling up was an attempt to fix a broken economic model built on high immigration and weak productivity.Produced by Oscar Edmondson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An outlandish article in The Atlantic is the latest call from elite leftists for their rank-and-file to take action against "Nazis" on the right. We all know exactly what this is meant to provoke — and so did Charlie, as chilling video from the archives all the way back in 2020 reveals. Chip Roy talks about the fight to keep Islamism out of Texas. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An outlandish article in The Atlantic is the latest call from elite leftists for their rank-and-file to take action against "Nazis" on the right. We all know exactly what this is meant to provoke — and so did Charlie, as chilling video from the archives all the way back in 2020 reveals. Chip Roy talks about the fight to keep Islamism out of Texas. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of the podcast, Mohammed M. Hafez of the Naval Postgraduate School joins Marc Lynch to discuss his new article, “A Waning Crescent: Why The Era of Islamism is Coming to an End.”  In the episode, Hafez argues that "Islamism, in all its forms, has failed in achieving the major goal: which is empowering Muslims through Islamic renewal, and providing good governance and military empowerment in the face of adversaries."  Please note that the views expressed in the episode are those of the article author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or the position of the Naval Postgraduate School, the US Navy, or the US Government. Music for this season's podcast was created by Feras Arrabi. You can find more of his work on his website Music and Sound at www.ferasarrabi.com. POMEPS, directed by Marc Lynch, is based at the Institute for Middle East Studies at the George Washington University and is supported by Carnegie Corporation of New York.

Free and fair elections rarely come easily — especially in countries with long histories of political upheaval. In 2024, Bangladesh held a vote that, while not without incidents of violence, was significantly more peaceful and orderly than many comparable political transitions in recent history.In this episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, Rob Morris and Ruairi explore how Bangladesh navigated a fragile democratic moment after years of turbulence, authoritarian drift, and deep political rivalry. While clashes and tensions did occur, the scale of unrest was far lower than the chaos seen during events like the Arab Spring, raising an important question: has Bangladesh turned a corner?We unpack the country's complex political story, from the legacy of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to the dominance of powerful political families who have shaped its modern trajectory. How has Bangladesh balanced Islamism and secularism? Why has power repeatedly consolidated at the top? And what made this election cycle different?We also examine the remarkable role of Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who at 83 stepped in during a sensitive transition period. What reforms are being discussed? Could greater accountability and stronger parliamentary oversight reduce the risk of future instability?Bangladesh remains vulnerable, to climate catastrophe, economic pressure, and regional geopolitical tension. But in a world where political transitions often descend into widespread violence, even a mostly peaceful democratic process can represent meaningful progress.Is this the start of a more stable democratic era, or just a temporary pause in a longer struggle?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok

Islam and IslamismLet's examine whether the term “Islamism” actually exists within Islamic languages such as Arabic, Persian, Turkish, Kurdish, Urdu, or Pashto. It argues that “Islamism” is a Western political construct rather than an indigenous Islamic concept, functioning as a semantic tool to separate Islam from its political expressions and to appease Western discourse rather than reflect internal Islamic categories.#Islamism #politicalislam #islamiclanguages #arabic #persian #turkish #urdu #pashto #kurdish #politicaltheoryassociation #epistemology

This week on the Mark Levin Show, AOC, Gavin Newsom and Hillary Clinton trash our country overseas because they hate our country. While our brave and patriotic military personnel stationed overseas are protecting the free world, they give aid and comfort to our enemies. And none of them have done anything for the betterment of our country. Later, a massive raw sewage spill is occurring in the Potomac River due to a break in a six-foot pipe on the Maryland side, dumping millions to hundreds of millions of gallons of raw sewage into the river flowing through Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. This poses serious health risks, environmental damage, and threats to people, wildlife, the regional water supply, and potentially the Atlantic Ocean. This is Democrat mismanagement—particularly by Maryland's Democrat leaders—for causing the crisis. Meanwhile, Democrats in Congress have defunded FEMA forcing its employees to coordinate cleanup efforts without pay. Also, processed foods should be defended against their common portrayal as dietary villains. About 100 years ago, mass urbanization, poverty, and lack of refrigeration made fresh food scarce, expensive, and prone to spoilage or contamination in cities, leading to widespread issues like foodborne illnesses, malnutrition, stomach cancer, dysentery, and short life expectancy. Processed foods, including canning, pasteurization, and preservatives, emerged as a critical solution to feed growing populations safely and affordably, preventing starvation and reducing risks from rancid or adulterated items. While some synthetic additives may have downsides, they are far safer than historical alternatives like rotten eggs or swill milk. Our military personnel deserve our respect and our gratitude. They stand ready to act on orders from President Trump to protect current and future generations from Iran. Ordinary Americans strongly support the military, unlike Marxists, Islamists, woke individuals, neo-Nazis, and isolationists. Isolationism against evils like Islamism, Communism, and fascism is suicidal. Sen Bernie Sanders continues to display a perplexing misunderstanding of economics with his recent attacks on billionaires like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. He claims these wealthy individuals are thwarting a wealth tax measure and insists they should pay their "fair share," ignoring the fact that the top 1% already contribute over 40% of federal income taxes. Instead of fostering an informed dialogue about economic realities, Sanders resorts to Marxist and Socialist rhetoric that vilifies success and oversimplifies the complexities of wealth creation. It's high time we confront this misguided socialist perspective and recognize the vital role that successful entrepreneurs play in driving our economy forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Wednesday's Mark Levin Show, processed foods should be defended against their common portrayal as dietary villains. About 100 years ago, mass urbanization, poverty, and lack of refrigeration made fresh food scarce, expensive, and prone to spoilage or contamination in cities, leading to widespread issues like foodborne illnesses, malnutrition, and short life expectancy. Processed foods, including canning, pasteurization, and preservatives, emerged as a critical solution to feed growing populations safely and affordably, preventing starvation and reducing risks from rancid items. While some synthetic additives may have downsides, they are far safer than historical alternatives like rotten eggs or swill milk. Also, our ​military ​personnel deserve ​our ​respect ​and ​our ​gratitude. They stand ready to act on orders from President Trump to protect current and future generations from Iran. Ordinary Americans strongly support the military, unlike Marxists, Islamists, woke individuals, neo-Nazis, and isolationists. Isolationism against evils like Islamism, Communism, and fascism is suicidal. Later, decades ago Landmark Legal Foundation and other patriot lawyers litigated school choice, starting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They represented a black liberal state representative, Polly Williams, and her constituents in the city's poorest areas, advancing an idea originated by the late Dr. Milton Friedman. The program aimed to let money follow inner-city students—primarily minority and black children—out of failing, crime-ridden, union-controlled, government-run schools to better options, including participating private schools. Despite fierce opposition from Democrats, the NEA, AFT, NAACP, and others, the effort succeeded through multiple victories at the Wisconsin Supreme Court and twice at the U.S. Supreme Court over years. These wins, achieved alongside key colleagues and heroes, established school choice as one of the greatest civil rights victories in modern times, without which it would not exist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zohran Mamdani is easing up on his plan to tax wealthy white people...at least temporarily. However...New Yorkers are still outraged because Zohran Mamdani is allowing the Islamic call to prayer to be blasted through neighborhoods at 5AM. We reveal and react to the Islamic call to prayer in New York City. We discuss Zohran Mamdani socialist plans...and explain how Zohran Mamdani is using socialism as a disguise for Islamism. We discuss Zohran Mamdani intentions on transforming New York City into an Islamic paradise...and explain why New York City is a trial run for the rest of America. USE PROMO CODE BTL30 TO SAVE 30% WITH FLUFFERNOGGIN: https://fluffernoggin.com

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, President Trump has likely made up his mind to act on Iran, with only military tactics possibly remaining as the question. Iran will never change their ways; there mindset is not about deals. Whether it's ​the ​Marxist or ​the ​Islamist ​ideology, ​whether ​it's ​our ​belief ​system, - it's all ​about ​power, ​the ​proper ​use ​of ​it ​and ​the ​improper ​use ​of ​it. Islamism seeks total control over mind, body, society, and government through Sharia, unlike the Judeo-Christian focus on individual liberty. Islam has not undergone an enlightenment against theocracy, and dominant Muslim groups in the West support Islamism, which rejects interpretive diversity and often prioritizes political agendas, including antisemitism and anti-Israel motives. Islamists aim to conquer rather than coexist, as shown by sectarian violence, terrorism (Hamas, Al Qaeda, etc.), and Iran's deceptive pursuit of nuclear weapons despite negotiations. Later, the Democrat Party truly hates America and they're at war with America. That's why the Islamists and the Marxists are now part of their coalition, just as decades ago the segregationists and the slavers were part of their coalition. It's all about power for this party. Democrats hate native-born Americans and seek to replace them with illegal immigrants. This is because many immigrants do not speak English, lack understanding of American civil liberties, the Declaration of Independence, or the Constitution, making them easily manipulated through propaganda. Politicians promise them benefits while attacking productive native citizens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Tuesday's Mark Levin Show, the media report on every instance when ICE detains someone who, it later turns out, should not have been detained.  There will always be some level of misidentification when dealing with such large numbers of people and chaotic situations.  There were no endless news reports on what has happened to people when the border was wide open, and the brutality and inhumanity resulting from that policy. The murdered, raped, and otherwise brutalized American citizens are mostly ignored. The media are so completely in the tank for the Democrats and the left, they're open and blatant about it and don't give a damn. Also, Mark announces that he's launching his new video podcast (Vidcast) called Liberty's Voice with Mark Levin next Tuesday. The broader podcasting industry is largely a cesspool filled with un-Americanism, Marxism, Islamism, wokeism, fascism, racism, anti-Jewish and anti-Christian sentiment. It's time to confront these issues on a sustained basis by promoting Americanism, Judeo-Christian values, individual liberty, American sovereignty, and constitutionalism. Later, the United States must firmly reject Sharia as a totalitarian system fundamentally incompatible with constitutional freedoms and the U.S. Constitution. Sharia is an all-encompassing, liberty-crushing framework that regulates every aspect of life, defines true freedom as perfect submission to Allah and religious law, and mandates open-ended jihad to impose a global Islamic order.  There's a ruling class of elitists—including academics, lawyers, judges, reporters, and media figures—who wield influence over public opinion, policies, and laws but are failing society, particularly through biased or dishonest media. Mainstream outlets like the New York Times ignore threats from Islamist ideology, such as Sharia law, while instead attacking patriots raising alarms.  Finally, Rep Byron Donalds calls in and explains that Iran has never been a friend to the United States. They've relied on weak leadership in Washington to advance its goals through stall tactics ,that is until President Trump came along. He also strongly supports the SAVE Act. Democratic opposition to it is illogical and power-driven. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New Discourses Podcast with James Lindsay, Ep. 191 Central to the idea of Marxist thought, although Marx himself rarely used the term, is the idea of "false consciousness." People, it is alleged, are going through their lives unaware of the realities of the world around them, existing in an ideologically constructed false consciousness that maintains the existing power structures of the world. (Being "Woke" in fact, is adopting an awakened "true" consciousness of the nature of self-replicating and self-sustaining systemic power and the need to overthrow it.) In the Islamism of the Muslim Brotherhood, as articulated by its intellectual centerpiece, Sayyid Qutb in his 1964 book Milestones (https://amzn.to/4sSnI33 ), there's a similar dichotomy called "Jahiliyyah" (Ignorance) and Islam (submission to God under Shari'a). Of course, this is no surprise because Qutb was a Leninist before he was an Islamist. In this episode of the New Discourses Podcast, host James Lindsay goes back into the text of Milestones to discuss this important concept and its profound parallels to Marxist Communism. Join him to understand. Milestones, Vol. 1: Islamist Bolshevism: https://youtu.be/uOR5qG07fmA Latest from New Discourses Press! The Queering of the American Child: https://queeringbook.com/ Support New Discourses: https://newdiscourses.com/support Follow New Discourses on other platforms: https://newdiscourses.com/subscribe Follow James Lindsay: https://linktr.ee/conceptualjames © 2026 New Discourses. All rights reserved. #NewDiscourses #JamesLindsay #islamism

This briefing examines the “green horse” as a challenge to Western civilization posed by a Sharia caliphate, featuring U.K. analyst Peter McIlvenna. Kevin Freeman and McIlvenna outline ideological conflicts, the impacts of Sharia courts, and Europe's lessons on parallel legal systems, women's rights, and social cohesion. They explore financial linkages from the petrodollar era to mosque funding and the red-green axis connecting Marxism and Islamism. The segment closes with practical warnings for America and a call to defend Judeo‑Christian foundations and equal rights under one law.

In this webinar, Middle East analyst Hussain Abdul-Hussain argues that Saudi Arabia's recent retreat from normalization with Israel reflects a deeper strategic reversal driven by economic strain and geopolitical recalculation. What once appeared to be a reformist trajectory under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has, in his assessment, stalled—and the response has been a return to populism and state-managed Islamism. Hussain grounds his analysis in economic reality. Saudi Arabia's oil-based model, he explains, can no longer sustain a rapidly growing population amid global oversupply and depressed prices. The kingdom requires far higher oil prices to balance its budget, yet the market has not delivered. Meanwhile, high-profile diversification projects have failed to generate meaningful returns. As fiscal pressure increases, Saudi leadership has reverted to familiar political tools. As Hussain puts it, “When governments realize they cannot fix problems structurally, they revert to populism. And populism needs enemies.” That shift, he argues, explains the resurgence of anti-American and antisemitic rhetoric across Saudi media, religious sermons, and social platforms—channels he emphasizes are tightly controlled and reflect official policy rather than rogue opinion. This rhetoric marks a sharp departure from the language of reform and regional cooperation that characterized Saudi messaging only a short time ago. On Israel, Hussain contends that the strategic logic has changed. After Israel's conflict with Iran weakened Tehran's regional position, Saudi Arabia no longer views Israel as a necessary counterweight to Iranian power. That reduced threat perception weakened one of the main incentives for normalization. At the same time, he argues that Saudi leadership continues to misunderstand the nature of peace with Israel, treating it as a concession rather than a mutually beneficial economic decision. Saudi Arabia still thinks peace with Israel is a reward to Israel, they don't understand that it's a reward to themselves. Several themes recur throughout the discussion: Economic stress as the primary driver: Oil revenues are no longer sufficient, diversification has underperformed, and fiscal pressure is growing. Populism as a fallback strategy: With reform stalled, leadership has turned to ideological mobilization to deflect attention from domestic constraints. Eroding trust in the United States: Inconsistent U.S. policy and abandoned regional partners have pushed Saudi Arabia to hedge rather than align. A stark contrast with the UAE: The UAE's diversification strategy and peace with Israel are presented as a durable, working model Saudi Arabia has not replicated. Realignment toward Turkey and Qatar: Hussain argues that U.S. tolerance of Islamist regimes has encouraged Saudi Arabia's ideological drift. Throughout the webinar, Hussain repeatedly returns to the same conclusion: Saudi Arabia's central vulnerability is economic, not military. Israel does not threaten the kingdom's security—but stagnation does. As he summarizes, what should keep MBS awake at night is not Israel or Iran—it's the Saudi economy. Until Saudi leadership internalizes that reality—and recognizes normalization with Israel as an economic necessity rather than a political favor—Hussain sees little reason to expect a near-term course correction. This summary was written with AI and could contain errors. 

Ruud Koopmans is Research Director at the WZB Berlin Social Science Center and Professor of Sociology and Migration Research at Humboldt University Berlin. He is also a member of the German Federal government's Advisory Committee on Islamism. In this week's conversation, Yascha Mounk and Ruud Koopmans discuss the role of cultural difference in integration, how selective versus non-discretionary migration systems shape integration outcomes, and whether generous welfare states help or hinder immigrant integration. If you have not yet signed up for our podcast, please do so now by following this link on your phone. Email: leonora.barclay@persuasion.community Podcast production by Mickey Freeland and Leonora Barclay. Connect with us! Spotify | Apple | Google X: @Yascha_Mounk & @JoinPersuasion YouTube: Yascha Mounk, Persuasion LinkedIn: Persuasion Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Daniel Allington is a researcher of antisemitism and extremism. Join the Heretics Community For Bonus Videos: https://andrewgoldheretics.com/ In this episode we talk about how antisemitism isn't only found where many people assume it is — and why some areas of research have become professionally risky to pursue. SPONSORS: Organise your life: https://akiflow.pro/Heretics  Earn up to 4 per cent on gold, paid in gold: https://www.monetary-metals.com/heretics/  Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics  Daniel explains what he's found in survey data on antisemitic attitudes in the UK, why certain extremist threats receive far more attention (and funding) than others, and how academia and the NGO world can create strong incentives to avoid politically dangerous topics. We also discuss Islamist ideology, the historical links between Islamism and 20th century European fascism, the rise of anti-blasphemy activism in Britain, and how institutions can end up tiptoeing around threats of intimidation and violence. Finally, we talk about national identity, integration, and why “community leaders” and separatism can push Britain toward a kind of soft balkanisation — and why mainstream politics has struggled to deal with it. Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com  Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates  Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special podcast we go deep into the darkness that has descended upon the Kurdish ethnic minority in northern Syria. The massacre of civilians and brutality is reminiscent of ISIS. In fact, the Syrian state army is comprised of many former jihadists - some still openly wearing ISIS patches on their uniforms. The Kurds, of course, led the military force that led the assault on ISIS and its eventual retreat and defeat. But with the anointment of former al Qaeda man, Ahmed al Sharaa, as President of Syria…..violent Islamism has enjoyed something of a resurgence.Absolute hell has been visited upon the Syrian Kurds while the west and the world are distracted by chaos in the Islamic Republic of Iran. But the massacre of Syrian Kurds has barely been noticed. We feature interviews with four experts on the Syrian Kurds. (Their photos and bios are set out below in the Podcast Notes.) Each one brings a very deep understanding of the complexity of this situation. In order to assist as you work your way through this we have provided time stamps so that you may skip to particular bits that interest you more.In addition to the experts featured here we spoke to many others. I am grateful to all for their time and generosity in sharing their expertise and insight. I would like to draw particular attention to Noor Dahri, a devout Muslim living in the UK and originally from Pakistan. I learned so much from Noor and hope to share part of our interview in the near future. Editing such rich material is not easy. So thanks, Noor, for helping me to better understand the forces that are driving fanatical Islamism in the Middle East and the west.And to our loyal listeners, this episode is being made available to all subscribers in full. Consider it our contribution to doing whatever is possible to amplify awareness of the Kurdish plight.There are some graphic videos included in this podcast. If you prefer not to view them we provide advance notice so that you may skip over them.Timestamps:Introduction with video clips: 00:00Interview with Dr. Qanta A. Ahmed: 05:53Al Jazeera report on the release of ISIS prisoners in Al Hol Detention Camp in northern Syria: 36:41Interview with Ateret Shmuel: 39:22Interview with Dr. Jan Ilhan Kizilhan: 51:54Interview with Ahmad Sharawi: 01:02:15Conclusion: 1:19:08Show your support for STLV at buymeacoffee.com/stateoftelavivPodcast Notes:* Maps referred to and shown in the podcast introduction:* X post of U.S. Ambassador to Turkey, Tom Barrack, on January 20, 2026:Full text of this post: The greatest opportunity for the Kurds in Syria right now lies in the post-Assad transition under the new government led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa. This moment offers a pathway to full integration into a unified Syrian state with citizenship rights, cultural protections, and political participation— long denied under Bashar al-Assad's regime, where many Kurds faced statelessness, language restrictions, and systemic discrimination.Historically, the US military presence in northeastern Syria was justified primarily as a counter-ISIS partnership. The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), led by Kurds, proved the most effective ground partner in defeating ISIS's territorial caliphate by 2019, detaining thousands of ISIS fighters and family members in prisons and camps like al-Hol and al-Shaddadi. At that time, there was no functioning central Syrian state to partner with—the Assad regime was weakened, contested, and not a viable partner against ISIS due to its alliances with Iran and Russia.Today, the situation has fundamentally changed. Syria now has an acknowledged central government that has joined the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS (as its 90th member in late 2025), signaling a westward pivot and cooperation with the US on counterterrorism. This shifts the rationale for the US-SDF partnership: the original purpose of the SDF as the primary anti-ISIS force on the ground has largely expired, as Damascus is now both willing and positioned to take over security responsibilities, including control of ISIS detention facilities and camps.Recent developments show the US actively facilitating this transition, rather than prolonging a separate SDF role:• We have engaged extensively with the Syrian Government and SDF leadership to secure an integration agreement, signed on January 18, and to set a clear pathway for timely and peaceful implementation.• The deal integrates SDF fighters into the national military (as individuals, which remains among the most contentious issues), hand over key infrastructure (oil fields, dams, border crossings), and cede control of ISIS prisons and camps to Damascus.• The US has no interest in long-term military presence; it prioritizes defeating ISIS remnants, supporting reconciliation, and advancing national unity without endorsing separatism or federalism.This creates a unique window for the Kurds: integration into the new Syrian state offers full citizenship rights (including for those previously stateless), recognition as an integral part of Syria, constitutional protections for Kurdish language and culture (e.g., teaching in Kurdish, celebrating Nawruz as a national holiday), and participation in governance—far beyond the semi-autonomy the SDF held amid civil war chaos.While risks remain (e.g., fragile ceasefires, occasional clashes, concerns over hardliners, or the desire of some actors to relitigate past grievances), the United States is pushing for safeguards on Kurdish rights and counter-ISIS cooperation. The alternative—prolonged separation—could invite instability or ISIS resurgence. This integration, backed by US diplomacy, represents the strongest chance yet for Kurds to secure enduring rights and security within a recognized Syrian nation-state.In Syria, the United States is focused on: 1) ensuring the security of prison facilities holding ISIS prisoners, currently guarded by the SDF; and 2) facilitating talks between the SDF and the Syrian Government to allow for the peaceful integration of the SDF and the political inclusion of Syria's Kurdish population into a historic full Syrian citizenship.* Dr. Qanta A. AhmedDr. Ahmed is a physician, non-fiction author and broadcast media commentator. Her first book, In the Land of Invisible Women (Sourcebooks 2008) details her experience of living and working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and has been published internationally in 14 countries. She is also a prolific opinion journalist and contributor to the American, British, Australian, Pakistani and Israeli media. Dr.Ahmad has been recognized for her work as a physician, researcher, journalist and advocate. She lives and works in New York City.* Ateret Shmuel Ateret Shmuel lives with her two children in Jerusalem and is the founder of the not-for profit organization Indigenous Bridges and has worked with Kurdish communities and organizations in the Middle East for more than 20 years. https://www.indigenousbridges.com/* Jan Ilhan KizilhanDr. Jan Ilhan Kizilhan is a psychologist, psychotherapist, trauma expert, orientalist, author and publisher. He is also the Director of the Institute for Health Science the State University in Baden-Württemberg, Germany and the chief psychologist of the Special-Quota Project, a programme funded by the State Government of Baden Württemberg. The project brought 1,100 women and children who were in IS captivity to Germany for medical treatment. He is the Founding Dean of the Institute for Psychotherapy and Psychotraumatology at the University of Duhok/Northern Iraq.* Ahmad SharawiAhmad Sharawi is a senior research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, focusing on Middle East affairs, specifically the Levant, Iraq, and Iranian intervention in Arab affairs, as well as U.S. foreign policy toward the region. Previously, Sharawi worked at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, where he focused mainly on Hezbollah. He created a map visualizing the border clashes on the Israeli-Lebanese frontier and authored articles on Jordan and Morocco. Ahmad previously worked at the International Finance Corporation and S&P Global. He holds a B.A. in international relations from King's College London and an M.A. from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service.State of Tel Aviv is a reader-supported publication. 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Britain is being played — and according to a Qatari Sheikh and opposition figure, the people exploiting the system are laughing at us. SPONSORS: Organise your life: https://akiflow.pro/Heretics  Earn up to 4 per cent on gold, paid in gold: https://www.monetary-metals.com/heretics/  Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics  In this episode, Sheikh Khalid explains why he believes the term “Islamophobia” has been turned into a political and financial tool, how it is used to shut down legitimate criticism, and why he says the strategy is working extremely well in the UK. Drawing on his experience from inside the Gulf region, Khalid describes what he calls an “Islamophobia industry”, how it operates across Western countries, and why questioning it often comes at a personal and professional cost. He also addresses the difference between Islam and Islamism, the role of activist organisations, and why Britain has become a particularly effective environment for this tactic. You don't have to agree with his conclusions — but understanding how he says the system works is essential to understanding today's political climate. #Britain #IslamophobiaDebate #FreeSpeech  Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com  Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates  Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Chapters: 00:00 Who Sheikh Khalid Is — and Why He's a Target 03:00 The “Islamophobia Project” Explained 06:00 How Criminals Are Shielded From Scrutiny 09:00 Asylum, Extremists, and the Vetting Nobody Did 12:00 Integration Breakdown and Rising Street Violence 15:00 Inside Mosque Radicalisation 18:00 Hamas, Propaganda, and the Reality of October 7th 21:00 London Crime, Policing, and Living in Fear 24:00 Mosque Funding and the Money Trail 27:00 Tucker Carlson, Media Influence, and Qatar 30:00 Political Infiltration and Government Fear 33:00 Victimhood, Islamism, and Power 36:00 Reform, Labour, Conservatives — and System Failure 39:00 Who Should Hold Power in Britain 42:00 Immigration, Language, and Cultural Authority 45:00 Qatar, the Middle East, and a Coming Reckoning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Iran's regime faces unprecedented internal revolt, the Middle East may be approaching a historic turning point. In this episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki and Pastor Doug Reed are joined by foreign policy expert Dr. David Wurmser to examine what is truly at stake — not only for Israel and Iran, but for Western civilization itself. From the legacy of the 1979 Iranian Revolution to the ideological roots of Islamism, from Gaza and Syria to the rise of Sunni radicalism, this wide-ranging conversation explores why material incentives fail in the Middle East, why ideas matter more than economics, and why the coming struggle may determine the future alignment of the world.

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, immigration proceedings are civil in nature, not criminal, and illegal aliens only have limited due process protections as established by congressional statutes and Supreme Court rulings. U.S. immigration laws explicitly restrict illegal aliens from raising certain arguments in federal courts, forbid judicial review of designated executive actions and confine jurisdiction over specific claims to particular federal courts. When federal courts exercise authority over claims that are barred, unreviewable, or jurisdictionally restricted under these statutes, they contravene federal law. In such instances, the Supreme Court should intervene as needed to reaffirm these boundaries. Also, Americanism is fundamentally incompatible with Islamism as it seeks to conquer and destroy the West, particularly the United States. The Democrat Party defends this ideology by opposing deportations and removals, allowing this cancer to spread.  Instead of live and let live, Islamism demands conformity or death. If Democrats win the midterms, they will cripple President Trump's efforts to protect the nation, as they prioritize party power over the Constitution, welcoming Marxists and Islamists alike because they hate the country but love their authority. Later, the lies about ICE agents quickly get headlines from the media and when they try to set the record straight it goes to the back page. The newest one is that ICE detained a 5-year-old boy, which is a lie.  ICE agents are patriotic, humane Americans who target serious criminals like killers and child predators, and Democrats seek to defund them. The Democrat Party hates hardworking, law-abiding American citizens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wake up to the reality of jihad and its impact on America. John Guandolo and Richard Harris expose the history, ideology, and modern threats of Islamism, revealing why truth, vigilance, and action are essential to defending freedom, faith, and national security.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.truthandliberty.net/subscribe  Get "Faith for America" here: https://store.awmi.net/purchase/tal102Donate here: https://www.truthandliberty.net/donate  

Wake up to the reality of jihad and its impact on America. John Guandolo and Richard Harris expose the history, ideology, and modern threats of Islamism, revealing why truth, vigilance, and action are essential to defending freedom, faith, and national security. Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.truthandliberty.net/subscribe   Get "Faith for America" here: https://store.awmi.net/purchase/tal102 Donate here: https://www.truthandliberty.net/donate   Original Air Date 01-21-26

A dangerous deception is spreading inside the conservative movement—and it could cost America everything. In this urgent episode of The Stakscast, Erick Stakelbeck sits down with Brooke Goldstein—human rights attorney, founder of The Lawfare Project, and one of the most fearless voices confronting antisemitism and Islamist lawfare in the West. Goldstein exposes how Israel and the Jewish people are being weaponized as a wedge issue to divide conservatives, fracture Christian unity, and weaken America at the exact moment the West needs moral clarity and strength. She warns that isolationist narratives and anti-Israel conspiracy theories aren't just wrong—they're a deliberate diversion tactic that distracts from the real threat: Islamism's war on Judeo-Christian civilization.  Goldstein makes a shocking but clarifying point: How the “woke right” mirrors the radical left in targeting Israel Why Islamists don't distinguish between Jews and Christians: we're all “infidels” The chilling reality of Christian persecution worldwide—from Nigeria to Sudan Qatar's influence campaign and why education is the battlefield for America's future Goldstein's warning is unmistakable: first the Saturday people… then the Sunday people.If the Jewish-Christian alliance fractures, the West fractures—and our enemies win Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've watched the news this week, then you're aware that right before our eyes there is a revolution unfolding in the nation of Iran. Maybe as many as 2,000 people have been killed and another 10,000 imprisoned by an oppressive Muslim regime trying to hold on for dear life as their regime is about to be toppled by their own people. We need to talk about the state of the Islamic world. A.S. Ibrahim, “Dawn of freedom,” January 12, 2026.__________, “A pathetic surrender to Islamism,” January 7, 2026.__________, “When the crescent meets the hammer,” November 18, 2025.Christina Grube, “Hundreds reported dead after Iranian crackdown on protesters,” January 9, 2026.Everett Piper, “Questions everyone should be asking Zohran Mamdani,” January 4, 2026.John D. Wilsey, “The roots of Mamdani's vision,” January 3, 2026.

Sam Harris, a neuroscientist, bestselling author, and host of the Making Sense podcast, joins Scott Galloway to discuss the rise of conspiracy thinking, the role of the media, and how identity politics is shaping American politics. They also talk about ICE and law enforcement, Trumpism, antisemitism, Iran and Islamism, masculinity, and why it's becoming harder for people to agree on basic facts. Follow Sam, @samharrisorg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New Discourses Podcast with James Lindsay, Ep. 187 What is Islamism? Is it the same thing as Islam? Has it varied over time? What's its relationship to Communism, at least in our present era? These are important questions, particularly in light of the undeniable force of the Red-Green Alliance currently besetting the West. Against the backdrop of American leaders naming the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization, at least in limited fashion, it's a worthwhile endeavor to explore its intellectual underpinnings, which were recorded by Sayyid Qutb in a book called Milestones (https://amzn.to/48QcfHR) in 1964, two years before he was hanged in Egypt for his radicalism. In this episode of the New Discourses Podcast, host James Lindsay goes through the introduction of this book and explains its deep similarities to the Leninist Communism Qutb was immersed in before radicalizing, particularly Lenin's 1902 tract What Is to Be Done? Join him for insight into this important work that shapes one of the biggest movements against the West in the world today. Latest from New Discourses Press! The Queering of the American Child: https://queeringbook.com/ Support New Discourses: https://newdiscourses.com/support Follow New Discourses on other platforms: https://newdiscourses.com/subscribe Follow James Lindsay: https://linktr.ee/conceptualjames © 2026 New Discourses. All rights reserved. #NewDiscourses #JamesLindsay #Islam

Brendan O'Neill, chief political writer at Spiked Online, discusses another government U-turn with Julia - this time on the introduction of mandatory digital ID. Rights campaigners have long criticised digital ID as a dangerous infringement on British people's right to privacy. Previously, Keir Starmer's government argued it would help reduce migration. It was intended to prevent illegal migrants from working on the black market, but politicians and campaigners questioned whether the ID would act as a successful deterrent. And it was estimated to cost £1.8 billion over three years.Also: Julia and Brendan discuss why Labour have U-turned on so many policies, the Jewish MP stopped from visiting a primary school visit by pro-Palestinian activists, the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban for a Europa League game against Aston Villa, and why pro-Palestinian activists have been silent on anti-regime protests in Iran. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Winston Marshall Show, I sit down with counter-extremism campaigner and founder of Tell MAMA, Fiyaz Mughal, for a wide-ranging conversation on Sharia councils, Islamism, integration, and the future of British multiculturalism.We examine the reality of Sharia councils in Britain, how they operate, and why their lack of regulation raises serious concerns, particularly for women and their legal rights. Fiyaz explains the difference between non-binding religious arbitration and English civil law, and why greater transparency, oversight, and accreditation are urgently needed.The discussion explores Islamism, religious literalism, and how parts of British Islam shifted after the 1980s, from a more culturally integrated faith to a harder and more ideological identity. We discuss migration, community clustering, social pressure, and why dissent within Muslim communities has increasingly been shut down.We also address anti-Muslim hate in Britain, the work of Tell MAMA, the distinction between free speech and harassment, and how international events often drive domestic tensions. Fiyaz argues that Britain must defend its institutions, national values, and freedoms, while rejecting both Islamist extremism and racial hatred.A serious and nuanced conversation about faith, identity, integration, and whether Britain can still articulate what it stands for in an age of moral relativism.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WATCH FULL EXTEND CONVERSATION HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/winstonmarshall/p/uncovering-the-truth-about-sharia?r=18lfab&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Substack: https://www.winstonmarshall.co.uk/X: https://twitter.com/mrwinmarshallInsta: https://www.instagram.com/winstonmarshallLinktree: https://linktr.ee/winstonmarshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE HOSTAGE CRISIS, THE IRAN-IRAQ WAR, AND THE CARTER DOCTRINE Colleague Brandon Weichert. Focusing on the aftermath of the 1979 revolution, this segment explores the American hostage crisis and the subsequent Iran-Iraq War initiated by Saddam Hussein in 1980. Hussein attacked to exploit Iran's post-revolutionary chaos and seize the Shatt al-Arab waterway, fearing the spread of radical Islamism. Weichert explains the Carter Doctrine, which committed the US to military intervention to protect Persian Gulf interests, a policy expanded by the "Reagan Corollary." The discussion notes that neither the American public nor the administration fully grasped the deep-seated grievances fueling the Iranian revolution. SHADOW WAR BY BRANDON WEICHERT NUMBER 21917 BAGHDAD

On Thursday's Mark Levin Show, there's new information that contradicts what the Democrats and their media have been saying about Renee Nicole Good, the woman shot by an ICE agent. There's been an effort to portray her as a non-activist, but she was a Minneapolis ‘ICE Watch' ‘warrior' who was trained to resist the feds before the shooting. The Democrat party and their media are responsible for this shooting with their violent rhetoric. Also, Megyn Kelly and Tucker Carlson are the worst type of grifters. There are enemies to people of deep Christian faith, Jews, patriotic Americans supporting President Trump, and those opposing the rise of Islamism and Marxism in the country. These grifters, motivated by millions in profits from a niche audience, have abandoned their past personas to preach anti-Semitism, bigotry, racism, Christian-bashing, and America-hating, stabbing Trump and his supporters in the back while using Saul Alinsky tactics to target, personalize, and assassinate characters, often Jews. Later, 17 Republicans joined Democrats in a 230-196 passage of a three-year extension of expired Obamacare health care tax credits. This extension, unlikely to pass the Senate unchanged, imposes tens of billions in costs on taxpayers without systemic reforms, perpetuating inefficient, second-class government-run health care akin to Bernie Sanders' proposals. Afterward, Iran enforced a nationwide internet blackout as protests demanding the removal of the Islamic government and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei escalated across cities. Protesters chanted "Death to Khamenei" and "freedom, freedom." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The chances of London electing a Reform mayor may have seemed like a pipe dream to some, or a nightmare to others, just a few years ago.But now self-styled “vigilante mum” of seven, criminal prosecutor and basketball player Laila Cunningham could be about to give Sadiq Khan a serious run for his money.The newly-announced Reform candidate for mayor joins Camilla and Tim to talk about chasing down her children's muggers, her plans for an “all-out war” on crime in the capital, and taking on the ULEZ.Later she reacts to attacks on her over her Muslim identity, weighs in on the threat of Islamism, and calls for a ban on the burka.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorProducer: Georgia CoanSenior Producer: John CadiganExecutive Producer: Charlotte Seligman Video Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourEditor: Camilla Tominey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday's Mark Levin Show, Michael Reagan, the eldest adopted son of President Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman, passed away at age 80 in Los Angeles. He was a man of deep faith who overcame early issues to become an engaging and supportive figure, strongly defending his father, Ronald Reagan, and backing President Trump. He wasn't just the son of a president; he was a strong voice for conservative principles and a defender of the values that made this country great. Also, the military's operation that swiftly removed Nicholas Maduro from Caracas, without injuring any American soldiers, was spectacular. Democrats previously called for Maduro's removal but now criticize the action, raising questions of impeachment of President Trump and war crimes. There's a lack of national unity. In the past both parties would celebrate such an event and praise the president and military, but now Democrats oppose it while their militia protests in U.S. cities. The country is in deep trouble regardless of the president, as constitutional protections for free speech and association are exploited by these groups, now joined by a recurring Hitlerian wing of neo-fascists who celebrate Hitler and Stalin, obsessively trash Jews, evangelical Christians supporting Israel, and the U.S. itself, while promoting Islamism and Sharia law. Later, property rights are fundamental human rights, earned through intellectual and physical labor, reflecting one's limited time on earth to accumulate wealth for family. Slogans like Zohran Mamdani's "warmth of the community" mask an iron fist of centralized government that erodes individual rights and liberties, rejecting Enlightenment and Judeo-Christian values in favor of Islamism and Marxism, which are incompatible with America's founding. The collective dehumanizes individuals and diminishes their creations. Afterward, these ideologies, whether Islamist or Marxist are incompatible with Americanism, posing a survival threat rather than an affordability issue. Marxism has failed everywhere, yet it's not taught in schools, media, or by podcasters. Our generation—parents and grandparents—must reclaim the public square to shield children from brainwashing by these diabolical saboteurs, including the Democrat Party, historically hostile to American beliefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin today with a discussion about how there is more than meets the eye in Venezuela, and it can't be just about drugs and oil. Either way, Trump must do a better job focusing on systemic economic reforms.  We must also promote more candidates who will follow the Florida model in red states. We're joined by Kevin Freeman, the leader of the transactional gold movement, for an update on how transactional gold and silver accounts are needed to restore true economic justice. We tackle the issue from all angles, and he shows how the movement away from gold has led to so many ills: communism, globalism, Islamism, and social rot. Kevin debunks the globalist premise that deflation is a bad thing; in fact, deflation should be inevitable in a functioning economy. Finally Kevin teases out the coming of more innovative ideas to restore economic justice in a free market structure so that young voters don't turn to dark forces in their despair.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Thursday's Mark Levin Show, we bring you the best of Mark Levin on New Years Day.  President Trump announces that the U.S. America has launched “Operation Hawkeye Strike” in Syria after ISIS ambushed and killed two of our soldiers and an interpreter. Trump promised overwhelming retaliation—and he's delivering—sending jets, helicopters, and artillery to wipe out ISIS fighters and their infrastructure. This is real leadership: when you kill Americans, you pay the price. Later, America was founded by Christians—all delegates at the Constitutional Convention and Second Continental Congress were Christian—and Christianity is a tolerant, and humane faith enabling religious minorities to live freely. The Declaration of Independence's references to God stem from Judeo-Christian values, with Christianity heavily influenced by Judaism, as recognized by the founders; modern efforts, like those by Tucker Carlson, to separate the two are a new attack on both Jews and Christians, repudiated as blasphemy by pastors.  Americanism is fundamentally incompatible with Islamism. There's an alliance between leftists and Islamists driven by a shared goal of destroying the West, America, its Constitution, and republican system. Afterward, America owes its greatness to the Republican Party, which ended slavery and passed civil rights acts that Democrats wrongly claim credit for, rooted in foundational principles called constitutional conservatism. Without it, the nation would be an awful, dark, lawless place. The party fights to secure borders, promote assimilation, teach true history (good, bad, and ugly), and elect conservatives who embrace national ideals, leading to better quality of life in free states compared to dying blue ones. However, internal threats like Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes, and Steve Bannon seek to destroy the Republican Party—not just its establishment—and its Judeo-Christian foundations, abandoning the legacy of Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Coolidge, Eisenhower, Reagan, and Trump, without specifying a replacement.  In addition, U.S. Attorney's office in Minnesota has announced new indictments in the Somali community revealing industrial-scale fraud in the state's Medicaid programs, with half or more of the roughly $18 billion paid out since 2018 potentially fraudulent across at least 14 high-risk services. The fraud outpaces other states, risking essential services and ripping off taxpayers. Why isn't there any outrage from Democrats like Rep Ilhan Omar? Also, Inflation is decreasing significantly, and the U.S. economy is poised for improvement despite possible short-term dips, ultimately leading to growth. President Trump has implemented extensive pro-growth measures across sectors such as natural resources, food, commercial fisheries, and farming, including removing Biden-era regulations, and enacting massive tax and regulatory cuts reminiscent of Reagan's. Finally, we have a growing terrorist threat in Europe stemming from the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza, which has been exported through operational networks involving Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran.  These Islamists are already in the U.S. waiting and plotting.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this explosive episode, Imam Mohammad Tawhidi breaks down why Iran is not a true republic, democracy, or traditional theocracy. He explains how the country is ruled under the Guardianship of the Jurist, giving the Supreme Leader absolute power under the claim of divine authority.Drawing from his firsthand experience studying inside Iran's clerical institutions, Imam Tawhidi exposes how elections are a façade, how clerics operate as a ruling cult rather than a government, and how Islam is weaponized into Islamism to control populations both in Iran and abroad. He dives into seminaries, IRGC influence, ideological indoctrination, and the export of revolutionary Islam to the West.

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Imam Mohammad Tawhidi joins Patrick Bet-David for a deep, unfiltered conversation on Islam vs Islamism, extremism, immigration, the Muslim Brotherhood, Iran's regime, and whether Islam can coexist with the West. A serious, respectful clash of ideas.------

Tulsi Gabbard warns of Islamism. What is the dividing line between Muslims generally and Islamism? What does the Book of Mormon say about religious freedom and Sharia Law? Why doctrine, even in Primary songs is important. Jacob Hansen has a week! Cwic Media Website: www.cwicmedia.com

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, President Trump announces that the U.S. America has launched “Operation Hawkeye Strike” in Syria after ISIS ambushed and killed two of our soldiers and an interpreter. Trump promised overwhelming retaliation—and he's delivering—sending jets, helicopters, and artillery to wipe out ISIS fighters and their infrastructure. This is real leadership: when you kill Americans, you pay the price. Also, Ukraine drones blew up a Russian oil tanker. For all the talk of Ukraine losing this war, they are putting up a fight. Ukraine is on the offense!  Later, America was founded by Christians—all delegates at the Constitutional Convention and Second Continental Congress were Christian—and Christianity is a tolerant, and humane faith enabling religious minorities to live freely. The Declaration of Independence's references to God stem from Judeo-Christian values, with Christianity heavily influenced by Judaism, as recognized by the founders; modern efforts, like those by Tucker Carlson, to separate the two are a new attack on both Jews and Christians, repudiated as blasphemy by pastors.  Americanism is fundamentally incompatible with Islamism. There's an alliance between leftists and Islamists driven by a shared goal of destroying the West, America, its Constitution, and republican system. Afterward, America owes its greatness to the Republican Party, which ended slavery and passed civil rights acts that Democrats wrongly claim credit for, rooted in foundational principles called constitutional conservatism. Without it, the nation would be an awful, dark, lawless place. The party fights to secure borders, promote assimilation, teach true history (good, bad, and ugly), and elect conservatives who embrace national ideals, leading to better quality of life in free states compared to dying blue ones. However, internal threats like Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes, and Steve Bannon seek to destroy the Republican Party—not just its establishment—and its Judeo-Christian foundations, abandoning the legacy of Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Coolidge, Eisenhower, Reagan, and Trump, without specifying a replacement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the Mark Levin Show, people often question why does the issue of radical Islamists remain a topic of discussion? The reason is that Jews are being slaughtered, Christians are being killed or shunned, yet there is a noticeable lack of coverage on these atrocities. Marxism, Islamism, anti-Semitism, and anti-Americanism are a cancer that will destroy the West, it will destroy us - history proves it. We have to defend our civilization against this barbarian movement of 7th century Islamists that are largely based in Middle East. The lies that are being told about American history is all intentional. It's the Marxist, Islamist fusion in our culture fused with the incoming Islamist culture who all reject our founding. President Trump has never flinched in his support for the state of Israel, and he's very concerned about the antisemitism taking place in the U.S. and around the world. But there are some Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes types who say they're done with Trump because he's Israel first. These people are trying to destroy MAGA, the Republican party and the Trump presidency. We won't let that happen. We have a growing terrorist threat in Europe stemming from the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza, which has been exported through operational networks involving Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran. These Islamists are already in the U.S. waiting and plotting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Carl Jackson and Dr. Curry Myers on the "Dr & Carl Show," where they delve into the pressing issues of our time with a focus on truth and clarity. In a world filled with confusion and misinformation, Carl and Dr. Myers tackle topics like the rise of anti-Semitism, radical Islamism, and the complexities of modern-day violence. With expert insights and candid discussions, they aim to shed light on the underlying connections and societal impacts of these critical issues. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations that challenge the status quo and encourage informed dialogue. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

0:30 - Brown/MIT: They got their guy 31:57 - Immigration angle 56:48 - Retired FBI supervisory special agent James Gagliano faults Brown University’s lack of functioning cameras for delaying the shooter investigation and the death of an MIT professor days later. 01:14:57 - Writer and photographer Chris Arnade, currently walking around the world, asks why Americans are unhappy — even in the most successful country in human history. Chris is also the author of Dignity: Seeking Respect in Back Row America and his substack Chris Arnade Walks the World 01:32:42 - Senior fellow at the Discovery Institute’s Center on Human Exceptionalism, Wesley J Smith: Illinois Swallows the Hemlock of Assisted Suicide. Follow Wesley on X @theWesleyJSmith 01:47:29 - Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, president of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy and co-founder of the Muslim Reform Movement, on why strong vetting is essential to protecting American values from radical Islamism. Dr Jasser is running for congress in Arizona’s 4th district - z4az.com 02:07:34 - 2025’s Final Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Monday's Mark Levin Show, people often question why does the issue of radical Islamists remain a topic of discussion? The reason is that Jews are being slaughtered, Christians are being killed or shunned, yet there is a noticeable lack of coverage on these atrocities.  Marxism, Islamism, anti-Semitism, and anti-Americanism are a cancer that will destroy the West, it will destroy us - history proves it. We have to defend our civilization against this barbarian movement of 7th century Islamists that are largely based in Middle East. The lies that are being told about American history is all intentional. It's the Marxist, Islamist fusion in our culture fused with the incoming Islamist culture who all reject our founding. Also, people like Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon promote neo-fascist views that overlap with enemy propaganda, such as praising Qatari culture over American or Israeli and portraying Vladimir Putin and Hitler as misunderstood. Americans need to stop funding or watching this content and to speak out against these grifters who sell out the country, provide aid and comfort to enemies by regurgitating their propaganda, and enable enemy interviews. Later, the PM of Australia and his government are hardcore liberals. ​They've ​had ​their ​borders ​wide ​open, ​they've ​had ​massive ​immigration, ​and there ​have ​been ​​massive ​acts ​of ​anti ​Semitism. Now, there has been the killing of Jews celebrating Hanukkah.  Afterward, there's a problem of the dumbing down of communication in the United States, particularly through the hijacking of podcast platforms by evil, dumb, or fraudulent individuals promoting nitwittery, lies, fear-mongering, and outrageous content for attention. There needs to be more people of goodwill with strong views to produce intelligent, substantive podcasts that are serious yet fun and scholarly yet entertaining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this gripping episode, host Carl Jackson is joined by Dr. Currie Myers, a renowned criminologist, to delve into pressing global security issues. They discuss the recent tragic events at Brown University, the alarming rise of radical Islamism, and the implications of soft immigration policies. The conversation also touches on the shocking murder of Rob and Michelle Reiner, exploring the complexities of rage killings and the societal factors contributing to such crimes. With insights into law enforcement challenges and the political landscape, this episode offers a thought-provoking analysis of current threats and the urgent need for effective solutions. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dana recaps both anti-Semitic attacks at Brown University and Bondi Beach, Australia over the weekend. Australia is calling for even more gun control which has never protected its citizens. Dana explains how the problem in Australia isn't gun control but Islamism in Australia.Dana also explains how Rhode Island and Brown University is a completely gun-free area. Hamas supporters disrupted the Bondi Beach vigil and also a Hanukkah concert in Amsterdam. CNN's "Chief Law Enforcement and Intelligence Analyst" fear-mongers about "laser sights" on pistols in the wake of the Brown University shooting. Democrats are screaming for more gun control without knowing anything about the assailant.Dana reacts to the death of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele following news of being stabbed to death by their son, Nick. Dana resurfaces footage of Rob Reiner's graceful response to the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Two American soldiers and a translator were ambushed by terrorists in Syria. Australia's Prime Minister blames “right-wing extremism” for the violence over the weekend. Brown University's response to certain questions raises even MORE questions. San Francisco is slammed for a $5M a year program to give free alcohol to the homeless.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…HumanNhttps://HumanN.comNow's the perfect time to try them—get $5 off Humann's Turmeric Chews at Sam's Club through December 29.Byrnahttps://Byrna.comMake 2026 the year you protect your family with solid options—Get the Byrna today.Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/Dana  OR CALL 972-PATRIOTWhat are you waiting for? Switch today during the Red, White, and Blue sale and get a free smartphone with code DANA. PreBornhttps://Preborn.com/DANAThis Christmas, for just $28 you can help save a life.. Dial #250 and say “Baby,” or give securely online. Make your gift today.AmmoSquaredhttps://AmmoSquared.comDon't get caught without ammo and be sure to tell them you heard about Ammo Squared on this show. Webroothttps://Webroot.com/DanaMake sure your family stays secure online with WebRoot.  Get 60% off Webroot Total Protection today.Subscribe today and stay in the loop on all things news with The Dana Show. Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramXMore Info

Eric Metaxas sits down with Naomi Wolf to unpack the Socrates in the City gala, the crisis of Western civilization, and why the world they glimpsed that night is worth fighting for. Together they trace how cultural elites, media, and global institutions have undermined family, faith, and free speech for decades, and why ordinary people are finally waking up in America and Europe. From the sexual revolution and feminist debates to immigration, Islamism, antisemitism, and the breakdown of civil society, this is a sober but hopeful call to defend truth, beauty, and ordered liberty while there is still time. Sponsors:MyPillow — Save BIG with code ERIC: https://www.mypillow.com/ten Boom Coffee— Save 10% with code ERIC: https://tenboom.coffee/Christian Solidarity International: https://csi-usa.org/metaxas/Legal Help Center - Get Free Legal Help Today: https://www.legalhelpcenter.com/Help Save Lives in Israel Today: https://www.savinglifeisrael.org/Secure Your Future with a Gold IRA: https://www.metaxasgoldira.org/

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, Qatar is working hard to buy off as many people as they can. There's a lengthy list of influential figures—including top business executives, politicians, podcasters like Tucker Carlson, think tank members, and even some Israel supporters and hawks—who are invited to Qatar with expenses covered for first-class travel, hotels, meals, and sometimes substantial payments to speak or interview others. Qatar is aggressively buying influence through lavish events like Formula One races, investments in U.S. colleges, and luxuries for elites, who enjoy flashy displays of wealth while ignoring the exploitation of over a million indentured servants. This benefits only the ruling class and elites while ordinary Americans gain nothing and are screwed big time. This is also helping Qatar push the Muslim Brotherhood's goal to infiltrate the US and destroy democracy from within. Also, the fusion of Marxism and Islamism is exemplified by the recent killing of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and other terrorist acts. The Democrat Party opposes border security, viewing immigration as a right for foreigners while expecting citizens to accept it. Immigration's purpose should serve American citizens of all backgrounds, not invite unvetted foreigners who bring murder, hatred, and unassimilated ideologies. Failed assimilation corrupts institutions like K-12 education, colleges influenced by Qatar, media affected by Saudi Arabia and Democrats, leading to societal suffering from imported threats like the Muslim Brotherhood, Hamas, and Qatari money. Later, Kash Patel, Dan Bongino and Pam Bondi captured the January 6th pipe bomber after years of neglect from the Biden regime. They found no new evidence; it all happened with new people and new leadership. Finally, Carl Davis calls in to discuss his new documentary - See Through The Darkness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the Mark Levin Show, the Democrat Party government shutdown is the best evidence why the government should never, for example, take over our healthcare system. It's not controlled by Democrat politicians (senators) abusing the filibuster rule to blackmail the country and do as much damage to the economy as possible to further government control of the economy and leftwing political agendas. Also, the U.S. air traffic control system and TSA should be privatized. It's unacceptable that our air traffic could come to a halt because air traffic controllers wouldn't show up for work during the shutdown. The Democratic Party is being internally devoured by Marxism and Islamism, ideologies foreign to America's founding principles. These forces, power-hungry and seeking centralized control, mask their hatred for the country as righteousness, liberation, equality, and affordability, while spreading rapidly and replacing the party's base and leadership. In response, a fascistic reaction emerges on the radical right by grifters like podcasters and influencers who gain fame and wealth promoting it. Both Marxists and fascists seek to destroy American institutions—the former to replace them, the latter claiming they fail—leading to dwindling support for the Declaration, Constitution, and founders. The Republican Party resists this fascistic right, albeit insufficiently, whereas the Democratic Party, having unleashed and failed to control these forces, is now becoming the Marxist left. In chapter two of "American Marxism," titled "Breeding Mobs," it explains how mass movements devour individual identity and uniqueness, rendering people indistinguishable while assigning group identities based on race, age, or income to foster class distinctions and divisions. These movements attract disenchanted, disaffected, and maladjusted individuals who blame external factors like the system or others for their conditions, lured by utopian promises and criticisms of society, where improving their lot ties to the cause and disparaging the successful becomes a tactic to instill meaning and self-worth. Ultimately, these movements rely on deceit, propaganda, intimidation, and force, leading to scapegoating, violence, and totalitarianism. Just think of figures like Bernie Sanders, AOC, Nick Fuentes, Steve Bannon, Alex Jones, Tucker Carlson, and their supporters. Later, the U.S. healthcare system is the world's best, but some sort of health savings accounts that put more money in people's pockets, enabling them to choose and pay for their own healthcare premiums would be a great idea. Afterward, Gov Gavin Newsom's former chief of staff was indicted on 23 federal counts including conspiracy to commit bank and wire fraud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Tuesday's Mark Levin Show, the Democratic Party is being internally devoured by Marxism and Islamism, ideologies foreign to America's founding principles. These forces, power-hungry and seeking centralized control, mask their hatred for the country as righteousness, liberation, equality, and affordability, while spreading rapidly and replacing the party's base and leadership.  In response, a fascistic reaction emerges on the radical right by grifters like podcasters and influencers who gain fame and wealth promoting it. Both Marxists and fascists seek to destroy American institutions—the former to replace them, the latter claiming they fail—leading to dwindling support for the Declaration, Constitution, and founders. The Republican Party resists this fascistic right, albeit insufficiently, whereas the Democratic Party, having unleashed and failed to control these forces, is now becoming the Marxist left. Also, Rep Mike Lawler calls in and explains that the Democrat government shutdown was idiotic, aimed at fighting Trump and appeasing their far-left base through political leverage rather than benefiting Americans or addressing healthcare. He argues that Obamacare's affordability relies solely on federal subsidies like enhanced ACA tax credits, which he is open to extending for one year to enable fundamental fixes, as the program has driven up costs over 15 years, destroyed the system through ineffective consolidation, and failed to achieve economies of scale.  Afterward, UC Berkeley student radicals from groups including Students Organizing for Liberation, Jewish Voice for Peace, and Young Democratic Socialists of America organized protests against a Turning Point event. These protesters are anti-Israel, anti-US radicals linked to Soros operations and leftist figures like Bernie Sanders and AOC, who seek to overthrow the country rather than engage in civil debate. Finally, we thank all who served in the military, although thanks can never be enough. Veterans are a unique and shrinking breed who deserve appreciation for their sacrifices, with the country owing them a great debt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices