The Lovin Palestine Show

This episode covers Sammy Obeid’s reported detention and entry denial in Japan, protests after an alleged racist attack on three Druze men in Tel Aviv, a Palestinian flag displayed during El Clásico, and a Palestinian father forced to demolish his own home in occupied East Jerusalem. We also examine Mesut Özil’s criticism of FIFA over its treatment of Russia and Israel, Itamar Ben-Gvir’s celebrati...

This episode covers a mass anti-government rally in Tel Aviv demanding an independent inquiry into the October 7 failures, the displacement of Palestinian families during an Israeli military operation in Hebron, deadly Israeli airstrikes on Gaza’s Islamic University, and Palestinian-American comedian Sammy Obeid’s detention and denial of entry into Japan.

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir promotes an AI-generated video depicting Gaza as a ghost town amid calls for Palestinian emigration. Actor Jason Alexander recalls Palestinians protecting him during an Israeli military raid in Ramallah. Two-year-old Salem Al-Najjar dies in Egypt after months of waiting for medical evacuation, while Benjamin Netanyahu renews his opposition to Pale...

Pep Guardiola calls on the world to support Gaza through UNRWA, Palestinian flags appear at cost-of-living protests in France and Italy, El Gouna Film Festival showcases four documentaries highlighting Palestinian experiences, and Greta Thunberg joins French students protesting education cuts while wearing a Palestinian keffiyeh.

This episode examines the devastating loss suffered by Gaza mother Sa’eda Ahmad Abu Odeh, newly revealed documents detailing Israel’s role in facilitating Qatari payments to Gaza, and a brutal settler attack on Washington Post photographer Heidi Levine in the occupied West Bank. It also highlights young Palestinian content creator Nisreen Skik’s international recognition and the restrictions preve...

Today on The Lovin Palestine Show: a London restaurant owner appeals for public support following backlash over a controversial video about Gaza, Paris Saint-Germain supporters wave Palestinian flags during their Champions League victory over Manchester City, a journalist rescues a toddler from a burning apartment after an Israeli airstrike kills her mother in Gaza City, and a Palestinian schoolbo...

In today’s episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Badr covers the backlash against London restaurateur Harman Singh Kapoor over his Gaza video, fans defending Lamine Yamal after a Palestinian flag incident, an Israeli settler arson attack on a mosque near occupied Jerusalem, the return of cochlear implant surgeries for children in Gaza, and journalist Ali Al-Jaafrawi’s rescue of a three-year-old gir...

In this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Badr covers Jerry Seinfeld’s response to pro-Palestinian protesters in Chicago, Meta’s restoration of slain Gaza journalist Anas Al-Sharif’s Instagram account, an anti-Zionist Jewish rabbi joining a Palestine solidarity rally in Montreal, and Jeremy Corbyn’s renewed commitment to Palestinian freedom at a major London demonstration.

On this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, we cover Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair’s continued tributes to children killed in Gaza despite NFL penalties, the soaring cost of essential goods under Israeli restrictions, Benjamin Netanyahu’s demand for a criminal investigation into participants in the documentary NAZA, the disappearance of journalist Anas Al-Sharif’s Instagram archive, a...

On the third anniversary of October 7, 2023, this episode examines demonstrations and political tensions in New York, Ankara and London, a large-scale Israeli military raid in villages northwest of Jerusalem, and the continuing medical evacuation crisis in Gaza, where thousands of patients remain unable to access urgently needed treatment abroad.

On the third anniversary of October 7, 2023, Gaza’s death toll has surpassed 74,000 as violence continues despite the ceasefire. In this episode, we cover the killing of Civil Defense volunteer Mohammed Tamous, settler violence targeting journalists in the occupied West Bank, Lorde’s public show of solidarity with Palestine amid the Macklemore controversy, and Turkish wrestler Cemal Yiğit Purcu’s...

In today’s episode of The Lovin Palestine Show: Zach Bryan wears a “Free Palestine” shirt at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium, weeks after Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran’s tour over pro-Palestinian remarks. Ireland’s manager faces a tense press conference with Israeli journalists, while Irish fans and players continue their public gestures of solidarity with Palestine. Palestinian singer Mo...

In today’s episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, we cover the disruption of Mahmoud Khalil’s book launch in New York, the recovery and burial of 105 Palestinians from the rubble in Gaza, Gavin Bazunu’s withdrawal from Ireland’s match against Israel and the response from Gaza, Benjamin Netanyahu’s remarks about cellphone hacking and public perception, and Konyaspor’s solidarity match with Palestine...

From Israeli settler attacks on Palestinian olive farmers in the occupied West Bank to a deadly Israeli strike on a passenger bus in Gaza, this episode examines the latest developments affecting Palestinians. We also cover Itamar Ben-Gvir’s filmed threat against handcuffed prisoner Hassan Salama, Qatar’s prime minister calling Netanyahu a war criminal, and the growing professional consequences fac...

Today on The Lovin Palestine Show: medical staff evacuate Kamal Adwan Hospital as Israeli forces advance in northern Gaza, Irish footballers make symbolic gestures during their match against Israel, an Israeli-linked campaign seeks to shape AI chatbot responses on Gaza, Bezalel Smotrich calls for annexation of territory in Gaza, and NFL player Azeez Al-Shaair faces league action for honoring Pales...

This episode of The Lovin Palestine Show brings together five stories from across Palestine: a late-in-life wedding in Gaza, Palestinian children honoring Miss Rachel with a mural, Gaza’s celebration of Saudi National Day, a historic hurling match in the West Bank, and reports of a powerful foul-smelling substance spreading across Gaza City.

On today’s episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, we cover planned protests against Netanyahu’s UN address, the Israeli delegation’s walkout during Erdogan’s Gaza speech, a nursing oath ceremony in Gaza, a wedding at an elderly care home, Canada’s new aid commitment to Palestinians, and a citizen’s donation of classic cars to help fund treatment for a child with spinal muscular atrophy.

In this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Netanyahu prepares for a shortened UN visit amid heightened security and plans to land his official aircraft in New Jersey instead of JFK. In New York, protesters are organizing demonstrations demanding accountability over ICC allegations and Israel’s war in Gaza. In the music world, Charlotte Church publicly confronts Ed Sheeran over the fallout surrou...

Palestinian athletes carry the national flag at the Asian Games in Japan, while Palestinian-American fighter Sean Sharaf delivers a stunning UFC victory and a message of solidarity. Houston Texans captain Azeez Al-Shaair honors eight-year-old Wafaa Akila on the field, and Gaza celebrates the first university graduation ceremony in more than three years.

In this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Ed Sheeran addresses Gaza and the West Bank during his Philadelphia concert, while Benjamin Netanyahu publishes footage from the Western Wall tunnels near Al-Aqsa. In Gaza, hundreds of thousands of children return to education in tents and damaged classrooms, as the son of Gaza’s Health Ministry chief is killed in an Israeli strike. Meanwhile, the legac...

In this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is denied a US visa for the second consecutive year ahead of the UN General Assembly, while NFL linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair is fined for honoring five-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab, prompting NBA star Kyrie Irving to offer to cover the fine. Meanwhile, Macklemore pledges $1 million from his Ed Sheeran tour earni...

In this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour faces major disruption after Macklemore was removed following his public support for Palestine, prompting all remaining supporting acts and Sheeran’s backing band to withdraw. Drake also draws attention with an unreleased track featuring the line “Pray for Gaza,” while a war-damaged six-story building collapses in Gaza City, killi...

In this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Palestinians confront West Bank settlers over an encampment in Majd al-Krum, while Macklemore is removed from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour dates following his pro-Palestine remarks. Mahmoud Khalil and former Columbia activists sue the university over alleged harassment and discrimination, Palestinian Ambassador Husam Zomlot highlights student graduations in G...

In this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Mexicans take to the streets chanting “Palestina libre” in growing solidarity with Palestine, while The Voice of Hind Rajab receives a record standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival before facing backlash over its depiction of Gaza. A young boy from Gaza named Amro captures global attention through a tender moment with his cat, as Hollywood faces r...

In this episode of The Lovin Palestine Show, Gaza children send a message of solidarity to Mark Ruffalo through art and receive a personal response from the actor. Pink clarifies her position on Palestine and Hamas following backlash over Macklemore’s MetLife performance, while Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna responds to criticism of her “Bosa” music video. In Gaza, entrepreneur Amani Shaat cha...