Palestine Remembered

Nasser speaks with Kia Zand, an Iranian artist and photographer based in Naarm (Melbourne), whose creative practice weaves together the personal and political. As a queer asylum seeker, Kia shares his experience of fleeing Iran and the challenges of navigating identity. They discuss the recent missile strikes between Israel and Iran, the shifting geopolitical landscape, and look at Iran’s history...

In our Radiothon special, Nasser provides updates on current headlines, including the Madleen Freedom Flotilla, Israel’s attack on Iran, and the ongoing internet blackout in Gaza. Nasser also urges listeners to stay informed, speak out, and support independent media like 3CR - a station that has been platforming Palestinian voices and issues since the 1970s. To donate, head to 3cr.org.au/donate. J...

Nasser speaks with Sarah Wehbe, a Palestinian student and writer living in Naarm (Melbourne), currently pursuing an Honours degree in microbiology. They discuss Sarah’s Nakba story, her article 'Plant hatred in our hearts', her experience as a university student and the growing solidarity with Palestinian students, and the parallels between Palestinian liberation and other Indigenous and land just...

Nasser provides commentary on the history of the 1948 Nakba and current news headlines, including reports of Trump’s plan to relocate one million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, and the recent release of a U.S-Israeli captive. Nasser then unpacks and debunks some of the most common myths surrounding the Nakba, looking at the mass displacement and dispossession of Palestinians during the 1948 Arab...

Nasser provides commentary on the latest news headlines, including: Gaza receiving no aid for 68 days due to Israeli blockade, activist Hash Tayeh facing court for allegedly using an insulting chant at a recent rally, former Eurovision contestants demanding Israel’s exclusion from the contest, and the 77th anniversary of the 1948 Nakba. Nasser then speaks with Fernanda Trecenti of Free Palestine M...

Nasser provides commentary on the latest news headlines, including: the People’s Pledge for Palestine; 61 days since aid was last allowed into the Gaza Strip, blocked by Israel; the bushfires throughout historic 1948 Palestine and their links to ecocide; 130 days since Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya was taken hostage by Israel; and the controversy sparked by Kneecap’s pro-Palestinian statement at Coachella...

Nasser speaks with Dr Mohammed Mustafa, an English-Australian emergency doctor of Palestinian hertage who recently returned from volunteering at hospitals in Gaza with the Palestinian Australian New Zealand Medical Association (PANZMA) on his second medical mission. Dr. Mohammed shares his experiences working as an emergency doctor during the ceasefire period—performing procedures in sub-optimal c...

Nasser provides commentary on the latest news headlines, including the ongoing genocide of Palestinians following the failure of ceasefire deals, and the trial use of an Australian-designed weapon by the Israeli military. Nasser then speaks with Peter Slezak, a Jewish academic, Assoc. Professor of Philosophy at UNSW, and occasional public commentator on science, philosophy, religion, and politics....

Nasser provides commentary on Australian politics, including the clash between Liberal Senator Michaelia Cash and Foreign Minister Penny Wong regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and discusses issues of anti-Palestinian racism and discrimination, as well as the Australian Human Rights Commission's (AHRC) definition of anti-Palestinian racism. Nasser gives updates and commentary on...

Nasser presents a commemoration of Rachel Corrie, an American nonviolence activist, diarist, and member of the pro-Palestinian International Solidarity Movement (ISM). Rachel was killed by an Israeli armoured bulldozer on March 16, 2003, at the age of 23, during the height of the Second Intifada. Nasser shares excerpts from Rachel's writings and audio recordings, where she spoke about nonviolent a...

Nasser speaks with Hiba, an activist and speaker with Sawt Al Sudan and Unimelb for Palestine, on her personal story, the "silent genocide" and displacement of Sudanese people, Sudan’s war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the effects of colonisation and exploitation, and the importance of mutual aid. For more info on the work of Sawt Al Sudan, head to @sa...

Guest hosts Mai Saif and Lina Breik present this week’s episode in recognition of International Women’s Day 2025.Mai is a Palestinian activist, an organiser with Free Palestine Melbourne, and member of the Palestinian Community Association for Victoria. Lina is a Palestinian-Australian dietitian working in critical care nutrition, founder of Tube Dietitian, and an advocate for the role of nutritio...

Nasser speaks with Héritier Lumumba, an Australian-Brazilian-Congolese former professional AFL player, known for his advocacy in human rights, focusing on racial equality, refugee rights, and supporting marginalised communities. They discuss the history of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Western imperialism and European colonisation, the exploitation under King Leopold and the abuse, m...

Nasser provides commentary and updates on both local and international news, including the rise of anti-Palestinian racism, the media’s misrepresentation of Israel’s genocide of Palestinians, Sky News' anti-Semitism summit, and the importance of Palestinian self-determination in the rebuilding of Gaza. For info on upcoming events and actions, follow APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne. Catch daily b...

Nasser provides commentary and updates on both local and international news, including Israel’s ongoing occupation of Palestinian territories, the Trump-Netanyahu plan to transform Gaza into “the Riviera of the Middle East”, the controversial firing of Antoinette Lattouf, and the political, media attacks on Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah. Nasser also unpacks broader commentary on Zionism’s long-term goals...

Nasser provides commentary on both local and international news, focusing on the ongoing genocide of Palestinians over the past 16 months under occupation. He discusses the release of prisoner hostages, recent ceasefire agreements, and the failure of governments to uphold their international obligations. Nasser also delves into the history of ceasefire agreements from 2006 to 2021, describing how...

Nasser provides commentary on local and international news of the ongoing genocide of Palestinians, including the neo-Nazi demonstration at Parliament Steps, the closure of the Israeli Embassy in Ireland, the Justice Legislation Amendment (Anti-vilification and Social Cohesion) Bill 2024, and why it's crucial to continue resistance efforts during the festive break. Nasser also highlights an Instag...

Nasser provides commentary and updates on the ongoing genocide of Palestinians in Gaza and the violent escalation affecting surrounding areas in the SWANA region. He discusses the BDS movement, the moral cost of supporting genocide, and the power of protest. Nasser discusses current news headlines, including the anti-Semitism envoy and the denial of visas to Israelis into Australia who have served...

Nasser provides commentary on key current events, including the rise in anti-Semitism, the recent attack on a Melbourne Jewish synagogue, ongoing censorship in institutions, and Australia's support for the UN resolution recognizing Palestine's permanent sovereignty. Nasser then speaks with Mohamad Duar, Occupied Palestine Territories Spokesperson for Amnesty International, to discuss Amnesty's rep...

Nasser speaks with Samah Sabawi, an academic, author, poet, and playwright, about her new book Cactus Pear For My Beloved: A Family Story from Gaza. They discuss her writing process, the role of oral testimony in her research, the special relationship she shared with her father throughout, and the power of storytelling in preserving histories. You can find Cactus Pear For My Beloved at samahsabawi...

Nasser and Robert provide commentary and updates on the situation in Gaza, the mainstream media's misinformed coverage of the genocide against Palestinians, and the state's gaslighting and oppressive systems. They also discuss Australia's support for a UN resolution recognising Palestine’s permanent sovereignty, as well as the case of Palestinian activist Hash Tayeh, who has faced arson attacks on...

Nasser speaks with Maxi, a Palestinian-Australian activist and educator, about her family's Nakba history, the censorship of genocide discussions in schools, decoloniality as a social practice, the rise of neoliberalism, and the significance of collective liberation. They also speak about Maxi's experiences with Al-Haq, an independent Palestinian non-governmental human rights organisation based in...

Nasser speaks with Azeez Nabulsi, a young Palestinian-Bosnian, apprentice electrician, runner, and founder of Gaza Endurance and Abdel -Rahman, Executive Assistant, Islamic Council of Victoria.  They speak about Azeez's upcoming run to Gadigal Land-Sydney from Narrm-Melbourne to raise needed funds and awareness for the people of Gaza.  Azeez will run during November and will complete 1000kms in 30...

On this week's episode, Nasser presents a speech he co-delivered alongside Louise Adler AM at the 13th annual UN International Day of Peace Brisbane Lecture. The St John’s Cathedral International Day of Peace event was co-hosted by the United Nations Association of Australia - Queensland Division and Just Peace, and was recorded at St John's Anglican Cathedral on September 21, 2024. The event was...

On this week's episode we present an extended interview between Jan Bartlett, presenter and producer of 3CR's Tuesday Hometime and longstanding pro-Palestinian activist and sometime Palestine Remembered co-host, Robert Martin. They speak about his experiences during the Free Gaza Coalition's mission on the Handala earlier this year to provide humanitarian aid support to Palestinian people in Gaza....