The Brief

In this episode of The Brief Podcast, Mohammad Huraini takes us on a walking tour of his village in the South Hebron Hills. It is part of a community known as Masafer Yatta. It comprises more than a dozen Palestinian hamlets. Mohammed uses his video recordings to document settler attacks, often supported by army troops or police. Illegal "settlers" in the region are terrorizing Palestinians who ha...

Sarah Leah Whitson joins Jim Clancy in a discussion of Trump's "Global Board of Peace" and concerns about the state of U.S. Democracy. Whitson is an experienced Human Rights and Democracy advocate who co-founded DAWN (Democracy for the Arab World Now) with Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi before his murder. Whitson says "It is a profoundly anti-democratic entity and a profoundly colonial...

Harvard Professor and internationally acclaimed realist Stephen Walt looks at the events, personalities and policies that defined a tumultuous year in politics at home and abroad in this edition of The Brief Podcast with Jim Clancy. Unrestrained in his foreign policy instincts, Trump has bullied friends and foes alike without a hint of a collective strategy. Walt reviews how a President obsessed w...

John Feeley is former U.S. Ambassador to Panama who advised the Trump and Biden administrations on Latin America. He resigned over policy differences during Trump's first term. He had previously served as a Captain in the US Marine Corp, flying helicopters that ferried troops from US naval vessels to shore. "We are in...literally uncharted waters." A former U.S. Ambassador and Marine helicopter pi...

Voices of Gaza: Pollster Obada Shtaya Reveals What Gazans Really Want. The ceasefire agreement produces dramatic changes among Palestinian emotions, attitudes and aspirations. There is resurgence of Hope for the future and even an end to the Occupation. Shtaya, co-founder and CEO of the Institute for Social and Economic Progress, tells Jim Clancy his poll reveals who Palestinians credit for the ce...

They would do anything to stop the killing of Palestinians in Gaza. But Palestinian legal experts say the Trump Plan for Gaza will not come close to resolving the Israeli-Palestinian problem. What the plan does require to stop the killing is for Palestinians to abandon their own efforts to hold Israel accountable for war crimes and crimes against humanity in international courts. Zaha Hassan and D...

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Jeremy Hammond is a respected author, researcher, and analyst known for his in-depth studies on issues such as the Israel-Palestine conflict, U.S. foreign policy, and more. Hammond's work often focuses on dispelling misconceptions and misinformation surrounding controversial geopolitical topics. He is the author of several books, including “Obstacle to Peace: The US Role in the Israeli-Palestinian...

In this episode of "The Brief," host Jim Clancy has a conversation with Ehud Olmert, the former Prime Minister of Israel, delving into the complexities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The discussion begins with addressing the pressing issue of hostages in Gaza and the severe restrictions on humanitarian aid. Olmert provides candid insights into the political dynamics currently shapin...

Muhammad Shehada joins Jim Clancy as they dive deep into the desolate landscape of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Gaza. They explore the implications of the White House meeting between Netanyahu and Trump, evidence of genocidal intentions, and the sheer devastation in Gaza. Shehada shares personal anecdotes, shedding light on the plight of Gazans and the desperate calls for aid and reform. Th...

Independent journalist Sam Husseini joins Jim Clancy on The Brief to discuss the complex dynamics of questioning U.S. foreign policy in relation to Gaza. Husseini shares his challenging experiences at State Department press conferences, highlighting issues such as the Geneva Conventions’ applicability to Palestinians and the scrutiny faced by those questioning U.S. policy towards Israel. Amidst cl...

Jim Clancy is joined by Kenneth Roth, a luminary in human rights advocacy, to dissect the seismic shifts observed in U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration and its wider implications for global human rights issues. The discussion unveils complex political dynamics around U.S. relationships with countries like Ukraine, Israel, and China, while highlighting potential threats posed by cha...

Journalist Jim Clancy hosts Ahmed Alnaouq, founder of “We Are Not Numbers,” as they discuss the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Ahmed shares personal losses and the destruction faced by Palestinians, emphasizing their resilience and attachment to their homeland despite adversities. The conversation sheds light on Palestinian efforts to amplify their voices through storytelling and journalism amidst media...

Jim Clancy and Nick Kristof explore the complexities of global and domestic politics in this enlightening conversation. Kristof highlights positive global trends despite overwhelming negativity while also discussing the challenges posed by Trump’s presidency, including political violence, immigration policies, and economic implications. They delve into international relations, examining the US’s p...

Ahmed Shihab-Eldin is a renowned journalist and multimedia producer with a focus on the Middle East and North African regions. He has previously worked with prominent media outlets like Al Jazeera and Huffington Post, where he has utilized his expertise to provide in-depth analysis and reporting on geopolitical issues. Ahmed is highly respected for his insightful contributions and his dedication t...

In this episode of The Brief, host Jim Clancy engages in a compelling dialogue with Reza Aslan, focusing on Aslan’s new children’s book about the Israel-Palestine conflict. Aslan’s book aims to navigate the complexities of this ongoing conflict in a manner relatable to children aged five to twelve, encouraging a dialogue between young readers and their parents. The conversation touches on the need...

In this gripping episode, host Jim Clancy discusses with guests Karim Makdisi and Wissam Yafi the complex geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, focusing on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict amid international interventions. The dialogue critically examines the role of major global players, the shifting political sentiments within the United States, and the persistent struggles of Palestinian c...

In a rapidly changing Middle East, Jim Clancy and guest Ken Robinson delve into the complex dynamics following the takeover of Syria by a rebel alliance led by HTS and Abu Mohammed al-Julani. They explore geopolitical shifts, including implications for Iran and Hezbollah, Turkey’s interests, and the precarious situation faced by the Alawite minority. The conversation also touches on the U.S. and i...

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