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    The Katie Halper Show
    Vets ARRESTED In Minneapolis With Greg Stoker + Gaza, Mahmoud Khalil & Holocaust Commemoration

    The Katie Halper Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 138:29


    Katie talks to former Army ranger Greg Stoker who is in Minneapolis about the protests; Palestinian analyst Mouin Rabbani about Gaza; Mahmoud Khalil's lawyer about his case; and Holocaust survivor Stephen Kapos and historian Haim Bresheeth Zabner about Holocaust Memorial Day and how the Holocaust is being used to justify the genocide in Gaza. Watch the full interview on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-full-149337782 Stephen Kapos is an 87-year-old Holocaust survivor from Budapest who has been protesting against Israel's war on Gaza, which he describes as not only genocide but a holocaust. Stephen is a member of Holocaust Survivors Against Genocide. Stephen lost 15 members of his extended family in the Holocaust and his father was interned in Belsen & Theresienstadt. He settled in London but when he visited Israel was “shocked” by the racism exhibited by Israelis, including his relatives who had also survived the Holocaust. Stephen joined The Labour Party in 1997, becoming an activist and office-holder at various local levels. Stephen resigned from the Labour party, after penning a widely circulated letter, after the Labour party warned him they would “investigate” him if he spoke at a leftist organization on Holocaust Memorial Day. He is a member of Camden branch of PSC (Palestine Solidarity Campaign), Camden & Islington Momentum (affiliate of the Labour Party) and lately of the small network ‘Holocaust Survivors and Descendants Against Genocide.' Haim Bresheeth Zabnner was Professor of Media and Cultural Studies at University of East London and then a Professorial Research Associate at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS).He is Filmmaker, photographer, film studies scholar, and historian. His films include “A State of Danger,” a documentary on the first Palestinian Intifada. His books include "An Army Like No Other: How the Israel Defense Force Made a Nation." Haim is the son of two Holocaust survivors and was raised in Israel. He is a member of Holocaust survivors and Descendents Against the Genocide and a founding member of Jewish Network for Palestine. On November 4, Haim was arrested over a speech he gave at a pro Palestine demonstration outside the residence of Israeli ambassador Tzipi Hotovely in north London. Greg Stoker is a former United States Army Ranger. He has a background in special operations and human intelligence collection. He conducted 4 combat deployments to Afghanistan during the unfortunately named “Global War On Terror” and is now an anti-war activist, host of the Colonial Outcasts Podcast, and analyst at MintPress News. Mouin Rabbani is a researcher, analyst & commentator specializing in Palestinian affairs, the Arab-Israeli conflict & the contemporary Middle East. He has among other positions previously served as Principal Political Affairs Officer with the Office of the UN Special Envoy for Syria, Head of Middle East w/the Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, Senior Middle East Analyst & Special Advisor on Israel-Palestine w/the Int'l Crisis Group. Rabbani is Co-Editor of Jadaliyya & a Contributing Editor of Middle East Report. Amy Greer is one of Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers. ***Please support The Katie Halper Show *** For bonus content, exclusive interviews, to support independent media & to help make this program possible, please join us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thekatiehalpershow Get your Katie Halper Show Merch here! https://katiehalper.myspreadshop.com/all Follow Katie on Twitter: https://x.com/kthalps Follow Katie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kthalps Follow Katie on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@kthalps

    Wisdom-Trek ©
    Day 2787 Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 108:10-13 – Daily Wisdom

    Wisdom-Trek ©

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 11:14 Transcription Available


    Welcome to Day 2787 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2787 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 108:10-13 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2787 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day two thousand seven hundred eighty-seven of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The Title for Today's Wisdom-Trek is: The Divine Stomp – Storming the Gates of the Impossible.   Today, we arrive at the grand finale of our journey through Psalm One Hundred Eight. We are trekking through the final stanza, verses ten through thirteen, in the New Living Translation. In our previous trek, we stood in the War Room of Heaven. We heard the Divine Oracle in verses six through nine, where Yahweh looked at the map of the Middle East and claimed His territory. We heard Him declare, "Gilead is mine... Manasseh is mine... Moab is my washbasin... I will wipe my feet on Edom." It was a breathtaking assertion of ownership. We saw God claiming the hostile nations as His servants—His washpots and His shoe-racks. It was a moment of high theology and divine confidence. But today, the scene shifts from the map on the wall to the mud on the ground. In Psalm One Hundred Eight, verses ten through thirteen, King David takes that divine promise and tries to walk it out in the real world. And he immediately hits a wall—literally. He finds himself standing outside the "fortified city" of Edom. The map says Edom belongs to God. But the reality says Edom is locked up tight behind impregnable walls. This is where the rubber meets the road in our spiritual lives. It is one thing to sing about victory in the sanctuary; it is another thing to secure it on the battlefield. It is one thing to believe God owns the problem; it is another to see Him conquer it. In these final four verses, we will see the transition from Promise to Petition, and finally to Participation. We will learn that the only way to breach the fortified city is to abandon human strategies and rely on the Divine Warrior to do the trampling. So, let us draw our swords one last time and march toward the gate. The first segment is: The Crisis of Geography: The Impregnable City. Psalm One Hundred Eight: verse ten. Who will bring me into the fortified city? Who will bring me to Edom? The psalm moves from God's voice back to David's voice. And David has a logistical problem. God just said in verse nine: "I will wipe my feet on Edom."   David responds: "Okay, Lord. But who is going to get me inside?" "Who will bring me into the fortified city? Who will bring me to Edom?" To understand the weight of this question, we have to look at the geography. The ancient capital of Edom was Bozrah, and later Petra (Sela). Edom was legendary for its natural defenses. It was carved into the red sandstone cliffs. The only way in was through a narrow canyon called the Siq. It was a natural fortress that armies broke themselves against for centuries. It was the "Fortified City" (Ir Mibzar) par excellence. When David

    The Whole Word Podcast
    Genesis 25 - Esau Sells His Birthright to Jacob

    The Whole Word Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 11:01


    Send us a textDownload study notes for this chapter.Download study notes for this entire book.**********Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version ®, NIV ® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used with permission. All rights reserved worldwide.The “NIV”, “New International Version”, “Biblica”, “International Bible Society” and the Biblica Logo are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc.  Used with permission.BIBLICA, THE INTERNATIONAL BIBLE SOCIETY, provides God's Word to people through Bible translation & Bible publishing, and Bible engagement in Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and North America. Through its worldwide reach, Biblica engages people with God's Word so that their lives are transformed through a relationship with Jesus Christ.Support the show

    RTÉ - Morning Ireland
    Trump planning to speak to Iran amid rising tensions

    RTÉ - Morning Ireland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 9:18


    Reporter, Joe Caulfield speaks to an Iranian woman living in Dublin about finally making contact with her brother there. Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East Correspondent with The Economist, discusses rising tensions in the Middle East between the US and Iran.

    Ones Ready
    Ops Brief 119: Daily Drop - 29 Jan 2026 - US Army in Space, Stuck Cruise Ships, and AI Cockpits

    Ones Ready

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 16:46


    Send us a textPeaches runs a solo Daily Drop Ops Brief and walks through a dense slate of defense news the internet is already misunderstanding. From the Army opening an enlisted space operations career track to Air Force debates over AI in the cockpit, munitions production modernization, and realistic BMT training ranges, this episode is all about overlap, scale, and tradeoffs. Peaches breaks down why duplicated capabilities exist across services, where AI helps pilots—and where it scares them—and why space superiority, Indo-Pacific command, and industrial base health matter more than headlines. Add in Coast Guard icebreakers in Antarctica, National Guard deployment costs, a deadly DC air collision, Venezuela fallout, and China's total-war strategy—and you've got a grounded look at what's actually shaping U.S. military readiness.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Ones Ready intro and Daily Drop setup 01:30 OTS 2026 event rundown 03:00 Army opens enlisted space ops track 05:00 Overlapping service capabilities explained 06:30 AI in cockpits—helpful vs dangerous 09:00 Army munitions production modernization 10:30 Marine Corps leadership in Japan 11:40 Air Force BMT realism and training ranges 13:00 Electronic warfare jet debuts in Europe 14:30 Space Force SWORD platform explained 15:45 Commercial firms in classified space war games 17:30 Coast Guard icebreaker frees trapped cruise ship 19:00 National Guard deployment costs context 21:00 DC Black Hawk midair collision findings 22:45 Venezuela operation and Marco Rubio briefing 25:00 Middle East posture and allied airspace limits 27:00 China's “total war” strategy and Taiwan focus 29:00 U.S.–Philippines patrols and Japan alliance talks 31:00 Final thoughts and wrap-up

    In the Market with Janet Parshall
    News and Views

    In the Market with Janet Parshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 44:45 Transcription Available


    Join us this hour as we take a look at some of the stories making headlines before we connect with Dr. Michael New, who will share his perspective on why this year’s March for Life was particularly significant. Then, Tom Doyle, of Uncharted Ministries, will update us on how the Gospel is changing lives in the Middle East.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CNBC's
    Apple Reports Results… And Crude Climbs Amid Middle East Tensions 1/29/26

    CNBC's "Fast Money"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 43:36


    Big tech earnings roll on with Apple reporting results. The numbers from their latest quarter, and what Fast Money friend Gene Munster thinks of the recent rout in the software space. Plus Crude prices surging as Mideast tensions ramp up. How the U.S. may respond, and what one oil analyst sees in store for the energy sector. Fast Money Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Endtime Ministries | End of the Age | Irvin Baxter
    Ep. 7247 - WWIII Watch: Calm Before the Storm

    Endtime Ministries | End of the Age | Irvin Baxter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 58:30


    Is the world on the verge of World War III? Rising global tensions—from a U.S. armada heading toward Iran to mounting threats in Taiwan, Europe, and the Middle East—may signal the calm before a devastating storm. Plus, we'll tackle a question few are asking: could America's nearly $40 trillion national debt lead to war? That and more on today's Endtime Show. ⭐️: True Gold Republic: Get The Endtime Show special on precious metals at https://www.endtimegold.com📱: It's never been easier to understand. Stream Only Source Network and access exclusive content: https://watch.osn.tv/browse📚: Check out Jerusalem Prophecy College Online for less than $60 per course: https://jerusalemprophecycollege.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Amanpour
    Trump's Iran Options 

    Amanpour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 56:04


    President Trump has sent a clear message to Iran: Agree to a deal that results in "no nuclear weapons," or America will take military action. In response, Iran says its armed forces ready "with their fingers on the trigger." Vice Admiral Kevin Donegan is a veteran military planner who served as a Director of Operations for US Central Command, which includes the Middle East. He joins the show to breakdown the options on Trump's table.  Also on today's show: Karim Sadjadpour, Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; David Borenstein, Co-director, Mr Nobody Against Putin; Stephen Vladeck, Professor of Law, Georgetown University    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    On The Edge With Andrew Gold
    614. Britain is Being Played - Qatari Sheikh

    On The Edge With Andrew Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 46:31


    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

    The Times of Israel Daily Briefing
    Why Netanyahu picked a new fight with Biden

    The Times of Israel Daily Briefing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 19:45


    Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. ToI founding editor David Horovitz joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode. Following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's unprompted and incendiary allegation on Tuesday that a Biden administration "embargo" directly caused the deaths of Israeli soldiers, Horovitz explains what might have prompted his remarks and highlights their implications for Israel's already-strained relationship with the Democratic Party. As US President Donald Trump is expected to decide whether to launch airstrikes against Iran, Horovitz discusses one of the presumed aims of an attack: to weaken the regime's ability to crack down on future protests, and by extension, encourage the Iranian public to return to the streets with greater prospects of bringing down the leadership. Horovitz also reviews Hamas's revival in Gaza as Trump moves to advance phase two of his peace plan, and the prime minister's press conference acknowledgement that there is next to nobody in the Strip without ties to the terror group or to the Palestinian Authority. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Trump wants to create conditions for ‘regime change’ in Iran — US sources Israel warns Hamas may soon formally cede Gaza to technocrats, but maintain actual power Netanyahu’s incendiary accusation against Biden underlines need for the state inquiry he opposes Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Pod-Waves. IMAGE: President Joe Biden meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Thursday, July 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Foreign Affairs Interview
    Is China Leaving the United States Behind?

    The Foreign Affairs Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 62:07


    One of the big surprises of Donald Trump's second term has been the change in his approach to China. His first term marked the start of what seemed to be a hard-line consensus in Washington. But in the past year, the drivers of Trump's policy have been much harder to decipher—including for Chinese policymakers. Beijing was prepared to respond forcefully to tough U.S. measures, as it has, most prominently, by wielding its control over rare-earth metals. Yet it has also seen new opportunities to gain ground in its bid for global leadership, as Trump's focus careens from Latin America to the Middle East to Greenland. Jonathan Czin has spent his career decoding the power struggles and ideological debates inside the halls of power in Beijing. Now at the Brookings Institution, Czin long served as a top China analyst at the CIA before becoming director for China at the National Security Council. He sees Beijing's year of aggressive diplomacy as a success, but with a lot of uncertainty about the months ahead. Xi Jinping faces a series of summits with Trump even as he grapples with economic challenges at home and a military that, if recent purges are any indication, is still not to his liking. Dan Kurtz-Phelan spoke with Czin about China's approach to Trump 2.0; what to make of the military purges and other developments in Beijing; and the enduring nature of U.S.-Chinese rivalry, whatever the surprises in the short term. You can find sources, transcripts, and more episodes of The Foreign Affairs Interview at https://www.foreignaffairs.com/podcasts/foreign-affairs-interview.

    Bill Handel on Demand
    Handel on the News

    Bill Handel on Demand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 29:10 Transcription Available


    (January 29, 2026) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Partial shutdown seems increasingly likely as democrats demand changes to ICE enforcement. President Trump warns ‘time is running out’ for nuclear deal as US military builds up in Gulf. Videos show Alex Pretti attacking ICE agents 11 days before his death. Powell hints at extended pause on rate cuts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Whole Word Podcast
    Genesis 24 - (Part 2) The Marriage of Issac and Rebekah

    The Whole Word Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 11:50


    Send us a textDownload study notes for this chapter.Download study notes for this entire book.**********Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version ®, NIV ® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used with permission. All rights reserved worldwide.The “NIV”, “New International Version”, “Biblica”, “International Bible Society” and the Biblica Logo are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc.  Used with permission.BIBLICA, THE INTERNATIONAL BIBLE SOCIETY, provides God's Word to people through Bible translation & Bible publishing, and Bible engagement in Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and North America. Through its worldwide reach, Biblica engages people with God's Word so that their lives are transformed through a relationship with Jesus Christ.Support the show

    The Disagreement
    The Case for American Power

    The Disagreement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 59:33


    Today we're trying something new on the show –  it's a different kind of book review, where we have a healthy disagreement around the core arguments made in a recently released book. The book is The Case for American Power by Shadi Hamid, a columnist for the Washington Post and host of the Wisdom of Crowds podcast. It's a fascinating read – Shadi makes a case that you don't hear very often: that America should be using its power for moral and humanitarian ends. It's a broad-based appeal but also a specific appeal to those on the left who have become deeply skeptical and disillusioned with American power. So to offer a critique we have brought on someone who is deeply skeptical of American power. Trita Parsi is an Iranian-Swedish-American political scientist, author, and foreign policy expert and is currently the Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. It's a thought-provoking conversation and serves as an excellent follow-up to Shadi's previous appearance on our show in April 2024, when he discussed American Power and the role that the United States should be playing on the global stage. The Questions: Does the world need America to use its power to decrease global strife? To what extent and in which circumstances? How do we reconcile past American foreign policy failures with a continued interventionist stance? What are the alternatives to American Power and what gives us reason to believe? The Guests Shadi Hamid is the host of the Wisdom of Crowds podcast, a columnist at The Washington Post, and a senior fellow at Georgetown University's Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding. Previously, he was a longtime senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and a contributing writer at The Atlantic. Hamid is the author of several books, including The Problem of Democracy and Islamic Exceptionalism: How the Struggle Over Islam is Reshaping the World. Trita Parsi is the co-founder and executive vice president of the Quincy Institute. He is an award-winning author and the 2010 recipient of the Grawemeyer Award for Ideas Improving World Order. He is an expert on US-Iranian relations, Iranian foreign policy, and the geopolitics of the Middle East. He has authored four books on US foreign policy in the Middle East, with a particular focus on Iran and Israel. He has been named by the Washingtonian Magazine as one of the 25 most influential voices on foreign policy in Washington DC for five years in a row since 2021. Questions or comments about this episode? Email us at podcast@thedisagreement.com or find us on X and Instagram @thedisagreementhq. Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thedisagreement.substack.com/

    Christian Center Shreveport
    Warning Dreams: "Assassination Attempts-War In Middle East"

    Christian Center Shreveport

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 16:19


    Many prophetic voices are having multiple dreams about present potential assasination attemps against President Trump.  We also speak to the imminent attacks in Iran and what that means for a new worldview.  We need you to listen and pray with us on these timely issues.  

    The Greek Current
    Peace in the Middle East? From Trump's "Board of Peace" to Syria's Kurds

    The Greek Current

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 68:06


    Since its announcement, President Trump's “Board of Peace” has made a number of headlines, and many in the region are asking if it can live up to its name, especially when it comes to the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. As the President talks peace, he's also raising the temperature with Iran, with a US aircraft carrier and warships approaching the region. More alarming however, is what seems to be an abandonment of Syria's Kurds and the message it sends not just to America's partners and allies, but to minorities in the region.Thanos Davelis is joined by experts Aaron David Miller, Nadine Maenza, Sinan Ciddi, and Michael Rubin as we try to make sense of what's going on in a region of particular importance to Greece and Cyprus. Taking us to our “I am HALC” segment, this week we are dedicating it to the life and legacy of a giant in the Greek-American community, John Marks, who passed away this month. He was a man who not only poured himself into Greek causes, but helped build the community that we all cherish.You can support The Greek Current by joining HALC as member here.

    Open Book with Anthony Scaramucci
    CIA Analyst David McCloskey: How People Are Really Recruited, Manipulated, and Broken

    Open Book with Anthony Scaramucci

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 38:26


    David McCloskey is a former CIA analyst and consultant at McKinsey & Company. While at the CIA, he wrote regularly for the President's Daily Brief, delivered classified testimony to Congressional oversight committees, and briefed senior White House officials, Ambassadors, military officials, and Arab royalty. He worked in CIA field stations across the Middle East. During his time at McKinsey, David advised national security, aerospace, and transportation clients on a range of strategic and operational issues. Get his brilliant book The Persian: A Novel in the US: https://amzn.to/3ZIH8cY Get the book UK edition here: https://amzn.eu/d/hOj2E9O Listen to The Rest is Classified here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Jn1HIW6I1AQnKVpsJHdEf?si=3df26c58499b4290 Anthony Scaramucci is the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm, and founder and chairman of SALT, a global thought leadership forum and venture studio. He is the host of the podcast Open Book with Anthony Scaramucci. A graduate of Tufts University and Harvard Law School, he lives in Manhasset, Long Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    New Books Network
    Yossef Rapoport, "Becoming Arab: The Formation of Arab Identity in the Medieval Middle East" (Princeton UP, 2025)

    New Books Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 41:38


    Today, much of the Middle East is “Arab”—an identity that now extends across North Africa and up through the Near East to Syria. Yet how did this region become Arab? How did this identity spread? Was it due to migration, or conquest? Historian Yossef Rapoport, in his book Becoming Arab: The Formation of Arab Identity in the Medieval Middle East (Princeton UP, 2025), makes a different argument: That the region's medieval peasants adopted the Arab identity in response to shifting political power, changing land rights, and the spreading Muslim faith. Professor Yossef Rapoport of Queen Mary University London is a historian of the Islamic, Arabic-speaking Middle East in its Middle Ages, from about 1000 to 1500 CE. Among his publications are books on marriage and divorce in late medieval Cairo and Damascus, on the fourteenth-century religious reformer Ibn Taymiyya, and on medieval Islamic maps. You can find more reviews, excerpts, interviews, and essays at The Asian Review of Books, including its review of Becoming Arab. Follow on Twitter at @BookReviewsAsia. Nicholas Gordon is an editor for a global magazine, and a reviewer for the Asian Review of Books. He can be found on Twitter at @nickrigordon. 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

    Exit the Matrix
    Trump Threatens Iraqi PM as Middle East Conflicts Expand

    Exit the Matrix

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 31:53


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    State of Ukraine
    Can Mideast peace be treated like a business deal?

    State of Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 10:01


    President Trump approaches Middle East peacemaking as a business deal. In today's episode we go to Israel and the Palestinian territory of the West Bank to hear about the different ways that those economies are being affected by war, and what that means for the peace process going forward.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Wake Up Call
    The Great TP Debate

    Wake Up Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 43:37 Transcription Available


    Amy King hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. Amy opens the show with the great TP debate. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss the Middle East worrying over possible U.S strike on Iran one month after protests began. We ‘Get in Your Business’ with Bloomberg’s Denise Pellegrini discussing how the markets are looking today. The show closes with Amy talking with ABC News national reporter Steven Portnoy about democrats releasing their demands regarding ICE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    New Books in Middle Eastern Studies
    Yossef Rapoport, "Becoming Arab: The Formation of Arab Identity in the Medieval Middle East" (Princeton UP, 2025)

    New Books in Middle Eastern Studies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 41:38


    Today, much of the Middle East is “Arab”—an identity that now extends across North Africa and up through the Near East to Syria. Yet how did this region become Arab? How did this identity spread? Was it due to migration, or conquest? Historian Yossef Rapoport, in his book Becoming Arab: The Formation of Arab Identity in the Medieval Middle East (Princeton UP, 2025), makes a different argument: That the region's medieval peasants adopted the Arab identity in response to shifting political power, changing land rights, and the spreading Muslim faith. Professor Yossef Rapoport of Queen Mary University London is a historian of the Islamic, Arabic-speaking Middle East in its Middle Ages, from about 1000 to 1500 CE. Among his publications are books on marriage and divorce in late medieval Cairo and Damascus, on the fourteenth-century religious reformer Ibn Taymiyya, and on medieval Islamic maps. You can find more reviews, excerpts, interviews, and essays at The Asian Review of Books, including its review of Becoming Arab. Follow on Twitter at @BookReviewsAsia. Nicholas Gordon is an editor for a global magazine, and a reviewer for the Asian Review of Books. He can be found on Twitter at @nickrigordon. 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

    Maghrib in Past & Present | Podcasts
    Squaring the Circle: Individual Rights and Collective Property in Rural Morocco

    Maghrib in Past & Present | Podcasts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 19:44


    Episode 224: Squaring the Circle: Individual Rights and Collective Property in Rural Morocco This project examined changing norms regarding pooling and material obligation within Moroccan households and families. It does so in the midst of a political economic shift from agrarian production to a mix of informal wage labor and rentier/remittance economies, one with profound influence on practices of collective pooling in villages and in families. How have changes in individual access to income influenced how people share wealth and risk, and how they allocate these shared resources? I examined divergent understandings of a moral and ethical obligation to contribute to shared pools, and to provide for others in two collective contexts: rangeland commons and household budgets. Shared ownership of collective grazing commons has become a live issue in many communities in the Middle Atlas Mountains as rights to these lands became, for the first time, alienable to outside investors in 2019. Highly-contested shifts in the management of grazing commons, then, led to numerous discussions as to how best to ‘invest' in these lands so that all rightsholders might benefit, bringing to the fore many debates regarding equity. These debates indexed a number of tensions regarding social mobility and the possibility of a secure livelihood in this shifting political economic context, as well as questions of equity in allocation of rights and shares of the collective pie. My research examined these debates and the sometimes contradictory logics of distributive politics and collective obligation, drawing out tensions between logics of egalitarian inheritance rights, those of ‘earning' a share through collective participation or presence, and those based on need.   At the same time, I explored the ramifications of these economic shifts on household economics, considering parallel but markedly distinct tensions regarding resource allocation, governance, and obligation within families, themselves spaces of collective pooling. While agropastoralist livelihoods encouraged certain kinds of material and labor pooling within households, an increase in wage labor and in reliance on outmigration and remittances has reconfigured norms of familial cohabitation, sharing of resources, and material provision locally. What's more, available income streams are increasingly available to those who might not historically have been responsible for providing for their natal families (like adult daughters, and unmarried children who have migrated away), reshaping the material basis of family relations, and the boundaries of (patriarchal) family structures. In addition to public debates regarding equitable governance and allocation of commonwealth, then, this research examines similar tensions within families, with similar tensions relative obligation based on individual ‘earnings' models, need, or gendered and generational norms of dependance. I examined, then, how these changing economic realities were taken up within collective practices of pooling and allocation, reconfiguring individual relations of provisioning, obligation, and ownership. Amelia Burke is a PhD candidate in Anthropology & History at the University of Michigan. She has worked since 2015 in the Middle Atlas mountains of Morocco, where her research centers on the management, access, and ‘ownership' of collectively-held resources, looking at practices of redistribution of wealth and labor through inherited access - to grazing commons and family inheritance. She relies upon oral historical, archival, and ethnographic approaches to examine changes to communal land management, household labor regimes, and norms of individual and collective obligation. She uses these empirical materials to consider shifting practices of distributive politics and the navigation of inequality within spaces of collective belonging, both among rangeland rights-holders and within families. She has taught in the Anthropology, History of the Middle East and North Africa, and Women's Studies. This episode was recorded on January 12, 2023, at the Tangier American Legation Institute for Moroccan Studies (TALIM).  Recorded and edited by: Abdelbaar Mounadi Idrissi, Outreach Director at the Tangier American Legation Institute for Moroccan Studies (TALIM).

    The World Today
    Trump threatens Iran with 'major destruction'

    The World Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 25:32


    The US moves a massive armada to the Middle East, as Donald Trump threatens to attack Iran if a nuclear deal is not made.

    AURN News
    Trump Blasts Fed After Rates Stay the Same

    AURN News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 1:17


    President Donald Trump sharply criticized the Federal Reserve after officials decided to keep interest rates unchanged. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said the central bank remains focused on bringing inflation down to 2% while protecting employment. Trump accused Powell of keeping rates too high in a lengthy Truth Social post, as the decision comes amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and increasing oil prices. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    SBS World News Radio
    Tensions between US and Iran escalate

    SBS World News Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 7:06


    The United States has sent what President Donald Trump has described as an armada of naval and military assets into the Middle East, placing American forces on heightened alert as tensions with Iran escalate. The move comes as protests spread across Iran, internet access is cut for millions, and a sharp exchange of threats and warnings unfolds between Washington and Tehran on social media and through diplomatic channels.

    Engineering Matters
    #359b Water, Energy and the Environment in the Middle East

    Engineering Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 11:45


    There is a changing view of the environment among public sector clients in the Middle East. Saudi Arabia has ambitious goals like generating 50% of electricity from renewables by 2030, the UAE has targets such as diverting 80 percent of its waste from landfill by by 2031, and Qatar is moving towards 100% treated wastewater reuse. With environmental considerations now at the core of new projects, rather than being a problem to be dealt with, each project must consider its impact on the environment. This means a shift from reacting to problems, to planning with goals being measured. Countries like UAE, Saudi and Qatar, are putting in place long-term plans for strategies that include waste diversion, emissions reductions and renewable energy. In benchmarking these strategies against international standards and best practices, the deployment of digital tools is critical. Guest Yassman AlKhatib, Regional Director for Water, Environment, and Energy Transition, Egis Partner Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. Egis creates and operates intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Its 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of its activities, Egis plays a central role in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.The post #359b Water, Energy and the Environment in the Middle East first appeared on Engineering Matters.

    SBS Assyrian
    Tensions between US and Iran escalate

    SBS Assyrian

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 10:26


    The United States has sent what President Donald Trump has described as an armada of naval and military assets into the Middle East, placing American forces on heightened alert as tensions with Iran escalate. The move comes as protests spread across Iran, internet access is cut for millions, and a sharp exchange of threats and warnings unfolds between Washington and Tehran on social media and through diplomatic channels.

    Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show
    What does a £70,000 bottle of wine taste like?

    Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 136:38


    Is Trump amassing ships and troops in the Middle East for an attack on Iran? Labour risks election wipeout unless it improves Britain's high streets, and Brooklyn Beckham and his wife splash £80k on two bottles of wine!?

    WSJ What’s News
    What a Weaker Dollar Means for Businesses and the World

    WSJ What’s News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 14:48


    A.M. Edition for Jan. 28. The dollar is steadying following its biggest one-day decline since April's global tariff turmoil. That's after President Trump said he wouldn't mind a weaker currency. WSJ editor Alex Frangos explains why that statement caused such a selloff. Plus it's a big day for the AI trade as Nvidia begins selling its chips in China and suppliers post record earnings. And two Middle East leaders say they won't help the U.S. in a possible attack on Iran as allies in the region reconsider their ties with Washington. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The John Batchelor Show
    S8 Ep381: Jonathan Schanzer of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies sounds alarms on Iran, assessing the regime's threatening posture and capabilities as Tehran continues destabilizing activities across the Middle East.

    The John Batchelor Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 10:49


    Jonathan Schanzer of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies sounds alarms on Iran, assessing the regime's threatening posture and capabilities as Tehran continues destabilizing activities across the Middle East.1863 NYC

    NBC Meet the Press
    Meet the Press NOW — January 28

    NBC Meet the Press

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 49:46


    Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) weighs in on DHS funding as Democrats threaten a partial government shutdown and Secretary Kristi Noem faces calls to resign. The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady despite President Trump's continued criticism of Chair Jerome Powell. Secretary of State Marco Rubio testifies before Congress on the administration's actions in Venezuela and the buildup of forces in Middle East. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    CNN News Briefing
    Interest Rates, US-Iran Tensions Rise, Amazon Layoffs and more

    CNN News Briefing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 6:31


    Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar was attacked last night in Minneapolis. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is set to announce the central bank's decision on interest rates. We explain why US forces are conducting military exercises in the Middle East. New figures capture how many Russian soldiers have died in the war in Ukraine. Plus, a major tech company is laying off thousands amid an AI shift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Cwic Media
    Did The LDS Church Really Funnel $140M To Hamas And Other Islamist Organizatons?

    Cwic Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 35:14


    This has gotten some traction and deserves a look. Context is required. The Middle East Forum wrote an investigative article claiming that the church was one of the major US donors to charities associated with Hamas and The Muslim Brotherhood. There are certainly some red flags, but we need to understand how the Middle East works. And this is not the first time these allegations have been made. Website: cwicmedia.com

    Wisdom-Trek ©
    Day 2785 Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 108:6-9 – Daily Wisdom

    Wisdom-Trek ©

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 12:00 Transcription Available


    Welcome to Day 2785 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2785 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 108:6-9 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2785 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day two thousand seven hundred eighty-five of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The Title for Today's Wisdom-Trek is: The Divine Cartography – God Claims His Geography. Today, we are back on the trail, continuing our exploration of the "Warrior Poet's Remix," Psalm One Hundred Eight. We are trekking through the middle section, verses six through nine, in the New Living Translation. In our previous trek through the first five verses of this psalm, we heard the sound of a "fixed heart." We watched King David wake the dawn with his lyre and declare that God's love is higher than the heavens. We saw him take an old song of lament (from Psalm Fifty-seven) and remix it into a new anthem of confidence. He ended that section with a cosmic prayer: "Be exalted, O God, above the highest heavens. May your glory shine over all the earth." Today, the scene shifts from the cosmic to the concrete. David moves from singing about the stars to looking at a map. He moves from the "heavens" to the dirt and rock of the Middle East. In verses six through nine, we hear God Himself speak. It is a divine oracle spoken from the Holy Sanctuary. In this oracle, Yahweh acts like a victorious General standing over a map of the ancient Near East. He points to specific territories—Shechem, Succoth, Gilead, Moab, Edom, Philistia—and claims them as His own. He essentially says, "This belongs to Me. And this belongs to Me. And that over there? That is just My washbasin." This is a powerful assertion of Divine Ownership. In the Ancient Israelite worldview, where nations were believed to be owned by their respective gods (Chemosh for Moab, Milcom for Ammon), Yahweh is declaring that He is the Landlord of everything. He is redrawing the borders and reclaiming the inheritance for His people. So, let us stand in the war room and listen to the strategy of the King. The first segment is: The Prayer for Rescue: The Right Hand of Power. Psalm One Hundred Eight: verse six. Now rescue your beloved people. Answer and save us by your power. Before the oracle begins, David offers a short, sharp prayer. This acts as the bridge between the praise of the first five verses and the prophecy that follows. "Now rescue your beloved people. Answer and save us by your power." The literal Hebrew here is quite evocative: "That Your beloved ones may be delivered; Save with Your right hand, and answer me!" First, notice the identity of the people. David calls them "Your beloved people" (yedid-echa). This comes from the same root as the name Jedidiah (which was Solomon's name given by God, meaning "Beloved of Yahweh"). This is crucial for our confidence in prayer. David doesn't appeal to God based on Israel's military strength or their moral perfection. He appeals to God's affection. "Lord, these are the ones You love. Therefore, rescue them." Second, notice the method...

    The Times of Israel Daily Briefing
    PM makes explosive charges on Biden-era arms embargo

    The Times of Israel Daily Briefing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 18:47


    Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Master Sgt. Ran Gvili, the final hostage that was kept in Gaza, is buried today. Last night, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a wide-ranging press conference, during which he raised unusual allegations against the Biden administration. We hear from Berman about the mood in the room and the premier's two remaining foci -- dismantling Hamas’s weapons and demilitarizing Gaza of arms and tunnels. During the press conference, Berman asked Netanyahu about the changing rhetoric out of Saudi Arabia, which is increasingly aligning itself with actors such as Pakistan and Turkey. We learn what the premier had to say. Yesterday, International Holocaust Remembrance Day was observed across the world. January 27 marks the anniversary of the liberation by Soviet forces of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the most notorious of the Nazi German death camps. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the day at the Babyn Yar ravine outside of Kyiv, where Nazis and their collaborators murdered more than 33,000 Jews in a two-day rampage in 1941. Berman weighs in. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Netanyahu: Israeli soldiers lost their lives in Gaza due to Biden-era arms embargo Netanyahu: No Gaza rebuild before Hamas disarms, Israel will keep ‘security control’ over Gaza Netanyahu: If Saudis want deal, we expect them not to align with anti-Israel forces Zelensky, flanked by Ukrainian rabbis, marks Holocaust Remembrance Day at Babyn Yar Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Podwaves and Ari Schlacht. IMAGE: Then-president Joe Biden, right, shakes hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, left, in the Oval Office, July 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Revelations Podcast
    Stories of the Unseen World (Ft. Josh Doyle)

    Revelations Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 64:46


    In this powerful and unforgettable episode of Revelations Podcast, Reagan Kramer sits down with Josh Doyle host of the No Longer Nomads, for a raw, honest, and sometimes jaw-dropping conversation about faith, spiritual warfare, miracles, and the supernatural reality that surrounds us—whether we acknowledge it or not.From chilling childhood encounters with the unseen, to demonic oppression, to undeniable miracles witnessed firsthand in places like Tanzania, Haiti, the Middle East, and the Syrian border, Reagan and Josh share stories that challenge tidy theology and invite listeners to wrestle with a bigger, wilder view of God's kingdom.  As you listen may God give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation of the knowledge of Jesus and his power to bring anyone into the Kingdom of Light through his saving grace!Podcast:Your support fuels our mission to share transformative messages of hope and faith. Click here to learn how you can contribute and be part of this growing community!ResourcesMore from the Revelations Podcast hosted by Reagan Kramer: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast | YoutubeCheck out No Longer Nomads: https://www.nolongernomads.co/No Longer Nomads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nolongernomads_/?hl=en   

    The Iran Podcast
    U.S. and Iran Ready for War

    The Iran Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 6:24


    Negar Mortazavi speaks to Times Radio about U.S. military asset buildup in the Middle East, President Trump's comments on war and diplomacy, and Iran's threats of hitting back if attacked.www.thetimes.com/radio

    Al Jazeera - Your World
    Trump urges de-escalation by ICE, US launches Middle East air exercises

    Al Jazeera - Your World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 3:04


    Your daily news in under three minutes. At Al Jazeera Podcasts, we want to hear from you, our listeners. So, please head to https://www.aljazeera.com/survey and tell us your thoughts about this show and other Al Jazeera podcasts. It only takes a few minutes! Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

    The Joe Piscopo Show
    FBI investigating Minnesota activists

    The Joe Piscopo Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 143:09


    Hogan Gidley, Former National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign and former White House Deputy Press SecretaryTopic: President Trump's strategy in Minnesota Rob Chadwick, Retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and Former Director of Tactical Training in Quantico and the Principal Training Advisor to the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA)Topic: FBI investigating Minnesota activists Stephen Moore, "Joe Piscopo Show" Resident Scholar of Economics, Chairman of FreedomWorks Task Force on Economic Revival, former Trump economic adviser and the author of "The Trump Economic Miracle: And the Plan to Unleash Prosperity Again"Topic: Trump discussing the economy Art Del Cueto, Border Security Advisor for the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) and a 21-year veteran of the Border PatrolTopic: Arizona Border Patrol Shooting Shahar Azani, Middle East commentator, Former Israeli Diplomat and Former Spokesperson of the Israeli Consulate in New YorkTopic: Latest in Iran Joseph diGenova, former U.S. Attorney for the District of ColumbiaTopic: Legalities of ICE and Border Patrol in MinnesotaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Whole Word Podcast
    Genesis 24 - (Part 1) The Marriage of Issac and Rebekah

    The Whole Word Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 13:59


    Send us a textDownload study notes for this chapter.Download study notes for this entire book.**********Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version ®, NIV ® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used with permission. All rights reserved worldwide.The “NIV”, “New International Version”, “Biblica”, “International Bible Society” and the Biblica Logo are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc.  Used with permission.BIBLICA, THE INTERNATIONAL BIBLE SOCIETY, provides God's Word to people through Bible translation & Bible publishing, and Bible engagement in Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and North America. Through its worldwide reach, Biblica engages people with God's Word so that their lives are transformed through a relationship with Jesus Christ.Support the show

    Commonwealth Club of California Podcast
    Iran in Crisis: What's Behind the Protests, and Will the U.S. Attack?

    Commonwealth Club of California Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 68:21


    Iran's authoritarian government has faced widespread protests in recent weeks, marking the most extensive unrest the country has seen in decades. The demonstrations, which began at the end of 2025, were triggered by an economic crisis and plummeting currency values. Tehran has responded with a violent crackdown leading to thousands of deaths. President Donald Trump initially responded by threatening military action. Will he follow through? Join us for a conversation between Iran expert Banafsheh Keynoush and UCLA professor and fellow Iran scholar Dalia Dassa Kaye about the latest developments in the crisis, possible U.S. responses, and what it all means for the region.  They'll also discuss Dassa Kaye's new book Enduring Hostility, which explores how America's Iran policy is made, the people who make it, and the underlying ideas and perceptions that inform it. The book looks back at U.S. policy toward Iran over the past four decades to help us look ahead, offering wider lessons for understanding American foreign policymaking and providing critical insights at a pivotal time of heightened military tensions in and around the Middle East. Commonwealth Club World Affairs of California is a nonprofit public forum; we welcome donations made during registration to support the production of our programming. A Middle East Member-led Forum program. Forums at the Club are organized and run by volunteer programmers who are members of The Commonwealth Club, and they cover a diverse range of topics. Learn more about our Forums. Commonwealth Club World Affairs is a public forum. Any views expressed in our programs are those of the speakers and not of Commonwealth Club World Affairs. Organizer: Banafsheh Keynoush  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Streaming Income - A Podcast from Barings
    Connecting Capital to Opportunity - Barings CEO Mike Freno

    Streaming Income - A Podcast from Barings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 44:02


    In this episode of the Streaming Income podcast, Barings Chairman & CEO Mike Freno shares how long-term partnerships, innovative thinking, and deep global relationships are reshaping the asset management landscape.Key Themes:Long Term Partnership MindsetFreno explains how Barings' ownership model enables true long term thinking and an alignment of interests with clients and partners — creating a foundation for durable, multi decade relationships.Innovative Client PartnershipsAcross the industry, partnerships are shifting away from transactional engagements to deeply aligned, long term strategic relationships. These collaborations — spanning sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, pensions, and wealth investors — are driven by shared vision, innovative thinking, and mutually beneficial outcomes.Partnerships Unlocking Global OpportunitiesA global presence and an extensive network of relationships are crucial to identifying the best relative value opportunities for clients across regions and asset classes. These partnerships also form the foundation for originating unique, differentiated assets in areas like global real estate, direct lending, asset based finance, and more.Episode Segments:(02:18) – Who is Barings today?(05:04) – How Barings' ownership model allows for a long-term focus and alignment of interests (10:15) – Growth in the Middle East and partnering with like-minded sovereign wealth investors (13:28) – Innovative multi-asset partnerships with pension funds globally (16:34) – Where alts manager / insurance partnerships go next (23:29) – Increasing access to Barings' capabilities to the wealth channel globally (27:06) – Insight into a global real estate platform built to identify value and source unique assets(31:34) – Assessing the health of the direct lending market and the global opportunity for investors(36:06) – The growth in asset-based finance (ABF) and why origination is so critical (40:34) – Solving problems for investors and borrowers in portfolio finance(41:58) – What sets Barings apart (Hint: think culture & team) Make sure to follow our LinkedIn newsletter, Where Credit is Due to stay up-to-date on our latest public & private credit market insights.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAny forecasts in this podcast are based upon Barings' opinion of the market at the date of preparation and are subject to change without notice, dependent upon many factors. Any prediction, projection or forecast is not necessarily indicative of the future or likely performance. Investment involves risk. The value of any investments and any income generated may go down as well as up and is not guaranteed. PAST PERFORMANCE IS NOT NECESSARILY INDICATIVE OF FUTURE RESULTS. Any examples set forth in this podcast are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not indicative of any future investment results or investments. The composition, size of, and risks associated with an investment may differ substantially from any examples set forth in this podcast. No representation is made that an investment will be profitable or will not incur losses. Barings is the brand name for the worldwide asset management and associated businesses of Barings LLC and its global affiliates. Barings Securities LLC, Barings (U.K.) Limited, Barings Global Advisers Limited, Barings Australia Pty Ltd, Barings Japan Limited, Barings Real Estate Advisers Europe Finance LLP, BREAE AIFM LLP, Baring Asset Management Limited, Baring International Investment Limited, Baring Fund Managers Limited, Baring International Fund Managers (Ireland) Limited, Baring Asset Management (Asia) Limited, Baring SICE (Taiwan) Limited, Baring Asset Management Switzerland Sarl, and Baring Asset Management Korea Limited each are affiliated financial service companies owned by Barings LLC (each, individually, an “Affiliate”).NO OFFER: The podcast is for informational purposes only and is not an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument or service in any jurisdiction. The material herein was prepared without any consideration of the investment objectives, financial situation or particular needs of anyone who may receive it. This podcast is not, and must not be treated as, investment advice, an investment recommendation, investment research, or a recommendation about the suitability or appropriateness of any security, commodity, investment, or particular investment strategy.Unless otherwise mentioned, the views contained in this podcast are those of Barings and are subject to change without notice. Individual portfolio management teams may hold different views and may make different investment decisions for different clients. Parts of this podcast may be based on information received from sources we believe to be reliable. Although every effort is taken to ensure that the information contained in this podcast is accurate, Barings makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the informationAny service, security, investment or product outlined in this podcast may not be suitable for a prospective investor or available in their jurisdiction.Copyright in this podcast is owned by Barings. Information in this podcast may be used for your own personal use, but may not be altered, reproduced or distributed without Barings' consent.26-5153115

    UN News
    UN News Today 28 January 2026

    UN News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 4:49


    Humanitarians continue to face impediments to aid delivery in GazaGaza at potential ‘turning point', top UN official saysDR Congo: $1.4 billion appeal amid immense needs, limited resources

    Cedarville Stories
    S14:E04 | Leo Brothers: Desert Roots and Gospel Goals

    Cedarville Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 41:14


    Desert Roots and Gospel GoalsMatthew and Daniel Leo grew up in the Middle East, where sunbaked streets doubled as soccer fields and neighbors quickly became family. Their childhood was filled with the rhythms of daily life, including shared meals, local traditions, and long afternoons chasing a ball through the dust. With parents devoted to humanitarian work, the brothers were immersed in a life of service and shaped by a deep love for people, culture, and faith that would stay with them wherever they went.Now students at Cedarville University, the brothers lace up their cleats as members of the University's soccer team. But if you ask them, they'll tell you their identity goes far deeper than their roles on the field or in the classroom. As they shared recently on the Cedarville Stories podcast, they see themselves first and foremost as children of God — young men whose purpose isn't just to win games but to live lives that reflect Christ.Matthew shared how his identity as a follower of Jesus isn't something he sets aside when he steps onto the field. When he's playing in front of a crowd or pushing through a tough match, his faith remains central to who he is. The way he competes, responds to pressure, and carries himself flows from that deeper commitment. For him, soccer isn't separate from his spiritual life; it's another place where his walk with Christ is lived out.Daniel followed with a heartfelt message for those who may not yet know Christ. He encouraged listeners to explore the Bible with an open heart, describing it as a powerful collection of stories about real people — flawed, broken, and often struggling — who encountered God's grace. Through those stories, he explained, there's a clear picture of hope, redemption, and purpose. Both brothers emphasized that a life shaped by faith is not about perfection but about daily trust and living in a way that reflects something greater than themselves.Their future plans? The Leo brothers hope to return to the Middle East after graduation to continue the work their parents started. They want to invest in people, love their neighbors, and serve in a region they still call home.In a world often driven by status or stats, Matthew and Daniel's story is refreshingly simple and deeply inspiring: two brothers chasing a ball, loving deeply, and running toward a calling far greater than themselves.https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa08bb61https://youtu.be/m9WnRUATlJE

    Rich Valdés America At Night
    Stephen Kinzer, Peter Schiff & Jeff Reinbold on Middle East Roots, Money Markets, and America's National Parks

    Rich Valdés America At Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 118:10


    On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, McGraw welcomes Stephen Kinzer, author of “All the Shah's Men: An American Coup and the Roots of Middle East Terror,” for an in-depth discussion on the 1953 U.S.-backed coup in Iran and how its aftermath continues to shape instability and extremism in the Middle East today. Next, Peter Schiff, Bloomberg finance reporter, joins the show to break down the latest developments in the financial markets. Schiff analyzes inflation pressures, interest rate policy, investor confidence, and what current trends could mean for everyday Americans navigating an uncertain economic landscape. Finally, Jeff Reinbold, President and CEO of the National Park Foundation, shares details about the upcoming 250-year celebration of America's national parks, highlighting conservation efforts, public engagement, and why preserving these natural treasures remains vital for future generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    What A Day
    Mayhem In Minneapolis

    What A Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 28:47


    There's a massive funding package making its way through Congress this week. It includes funding for the Department of Homeland Security, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol, and must pass by Friday for the government to remain fully open. But that's looking less and less likely. After the killing of Alex Pretti, Senate Democrats and their allies are saying that they are willing to risk a government shutdown to get policy changes. To talk more about Homeland Security, a potential shutdown, and what Democrats in Congress can do to stop ICE, we spoke with Maryland Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin. Later in the show, we talk to Monica Byron, president of Education Minnesota, about how educators are dealing with the surge in ICE activity. And in headlines, U.S. warships arrived in the Middle East on Monday and Iran is warning of all-out war, Israel recovers the remains of the last hostage in Gaza, and Goodwill stores are breaking revenue records. Show Notes: Call Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.