Tom Woodley and Michael Bueckert from CJPME discuss breaking events and issues related to human rights in Palestine and the broader Middle East. Beyond the breaking stories, they’ll also invite guests with special expertise, and do episodes to provide context to the news, whether historical, legal or political. This podcast is a project of Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East – CJPME (www.cjpme.org) – and seeks to advance its mission to empower Canadians of all backgrounds to promote justice, development and peace in the Middle East.
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- 75th Anniversary of the Nakba (Webinar with Zochrot)This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Nakba (“catastrophe” in Arabic), when more than 700,000 Palestinians were forcibly expelled from their homes and country during the creation of Israel. To mark this occasion, CJPME and the Ottawa Forum on Israel Palestine recently hosted a webinar with Umar al-Ghubari and Rachel Beitarie, co-directors of Zochrot, a Jaffa-based organization which is dedicated to exposing the truth about the Nakba in Israeli society and promoting the right of return for refugees. This podcast episode features an excerpt from that webinar. Links from this podcast: · Full video recording of the webinar (April 16, 2023) · Zochrot’s website · Support Zochrot’s crowdfunding campaign Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Weekly Round-Up: Al-Aqsa attack – Canada’s response; Bob Rae comment; Gaza Farm Aid ProjectIn this news round-up episode, Reem joins Tom and Michael to discuss last week’s attack on Palestinian worshippers in the Al-Aqsa compound, and how Canada responded. They’ll also talk about an interesting comment by Canada’s ambassador to the UN, and a recent humanitarian initiative for Gaza’s struggling farmers. Links from this podcast: Read CJPME’s press release : Canada must condemn, sanction brutal Israeli attack on Al-Aqsa worshippers CJPME email campaign : Tell Trudeau: end Israeli atrocities at the Al-Aqsa mosque Watch : Bob Rae’s comment on Israeli “de facto annexation” of the occupied West Bank The CJPME Foundation’s “ Gaza Farm Aid ” project to help Palestinian farmers in Gaza Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- CJPME Debrief Mar 29 · 50m Visualizing Palestine (w/ Aline Batarseh)What is data storytelling? How do we shift the dominant narrative on Palestine? On this episode, we are joined by Aline Batarseh, Executive Director of Visualizing Palestine. We discuss the work of Visualizing Palestine, its successes, its challenges, its new strategic plan, international solidarity, and the importance of shifting the narrative toward justice. Links from this podcast: · Visualizing Palestine’s main website · Visualizing Palestine 101 · VP’s Palestinian Journeys · VP’s Growth of a Movement Timeline · VP’s Palestine Open Maps Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Weekly Round-Up: Smear campaign against Sarah Jama; Pushing for media accountability on Palestine-IsraelIn this news round-up episode, Tom and Michael discuss two important recent developments: The smear campaign against progressive Ontario NDP candidate Sarah Jama over her support for Palestinian human rights, and a new initiative from CJPME to demand great accountability of Canadian media in their news coverage of Palestine-Israel. Links from this podcast: Globe and Mail story on Sarah Jama, quoting Michael Toronto Star story on Sarah Jama, quoting CJPME Letter supporting Sarah Jama from members of Ontario’s Jewish community CJPME’s Media Accountability Project Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Weekly Round-Up: Huwara Pogrom, Senator Trip to Israel, Kufiyah Ban at Halifax SchoolIn this news round-up episode, Tom and Michael discuss several important recent developments: Canada expresses concern about the settler pogrom on the Palestinian town of Huwara; Canadian senators meet with a far-right member of the Israeli Knesset; and a Halifax school bans students from wearing the Kufiyah, in an incident of anti-Palestinian racism. Links from this podcast: · CJPME: Canada must hold Israel responsible for settler terror (Feb 27) · CJPME: Senate delegation to Israel raises human rights concerns (March 1) · CJPME: Halifax School Board must apologize for incident of anti-Palestinian racism0 comments0
- Palestinian Liberation through Tatreez, with Wafa GhnaimIn this episode of "Debrief," we introduce you to the other CJPME podcast: "All Things Palestinian Canadian." Focused on the lives and experiences of Palestinians in the diaspora, "All Things Palestinian Canadian" (ATPC) has interviewed Palestinian authors, filmmakers, artists, and more. In this episode, ATPC speaks with Wafa Ghnaim, an award-winning Palestinian researcher, educator, author and expert in Tatreez living in Washington, DC. Her book, titled, Tatreez and Tea: Embroidery and Storytelling in the Diaspora was published in 2018 and documents the stories and meanings behind the Palestinian embroidery motifs that were handed down to Wafa by her mother, Feryal Abbasi Ghnaim, an award-winning artist herself. Join us as Wafa shares the story of moving from embroidery circles with her mother and aunts, to being the first ever Palestinian embroidery instructor at the Smithsonian Museum. Links: Wafa’s Tatreez and Solidarity Website, https://www.tatreezandtea.com/ Buy Wafa’s book, Tatreez and Tea: Embroidery and Storytelling in the Daspora Article about Wafa Ghnaim in Vogue Magazine Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Canada ignores its own warnings on Israel (w/ Alex Cosh of The Maple)Is the Trudeau government ignoring warnings from its diplomats about Israel’s human rights abuses? On this episode, Michael is joined by Alex Cosh of the Maple to discuss his ongoing reporting on what Canadian officials are saying behind the scenes, and how that often conflicts with Canada’s public statements. We talk about Canada’s warm reception to Israel’s far-right government, its reaction to Israel’s 2022 attack on Gaza, and how it stopped pushing for accountability over Israel’s assassination of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. Links from this podcast: The Maple: Canadian Officials Acknowledged Israel’s Forced Closure of Palestinian Infrastructure Violated Rights The Maple: Canada Welcomes Israel’s New Government Despite Internal Warnings of Far-Right Extremism The Maple: Diplomats Warned About Israeli Politician Who Provoked Violence. Then Trudeau Welcomed His Government The Maple: Canadian Diplomats Flagged Israel’s Poor Record of Investigating Attacks on Journalists After Reporter’s Death Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- How University Partnerships with Israel Harm Academic Freedom (w/ Dyala Hamzah and Jillian Rogin)Last summer, a number of Canadian university presidents participated in a controversial trip to Israel, for the purpose of building partnerships between Canadian and Israeli universities. The trip, which was organized by a major pro-Israel lobby group, has sparked major concerns over the possible impact on human rights and academic freedom. On this episode, Michael is joined by faculty members Dyala Hamzah and Jillian Rogin to talk about what we know about the delegation, how Israeli universities are complicit in oppression, and how Israel restricts academic freedom for Palestinians. Links from this podcast: The Conversation : University presidents’ trip to Israel undermines academic freedom and democracy Joint Letter: Faculty and civil society groups raise human rights concerns after Canadian university presidents tour Israel Jewish Faculty Network Joins Calls for Accountability Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- CJPME Debrief Feb 9 · 23m BMO’s Apartheid Loan (w/ Emma Paling of The Breach)On this episode, Michael is joined by Emma Paling of the Breach to talk about the recent discovery that the Bank of Montreal (BMO) gave a $90m loan to Israel’s largest weapons company Elbit Systems. We discuss Elbit’s human rights record, Canada’s own contracts for military technology from Elbit, and why some investors have decided to divest from the company. Links from this podcast: The Breach: Revealed: BMO bankrolled Israeli weapons maker with a $90M loan CJPME backgrounder: Canada’s Elbit Drone Contract The Intercept: Secret Israeli Report Reveals Armed Drone Killed Four Boys Playing on Gaza Beach in 2014 Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- War Crimes in Jenin (w/ UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese)On this episode, Michael is joined by Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian Territory occupied since 1967. We talk about Israel’s recent deadly attack on the Jenin refugee camp and why she believes these actions violate international law. We also talk about apartheid, settler-colonialism, and what we can expect to see from the UN’s Commission of Inquiry and the International Court of Justice, both of which are investigating Israel’s occupation. Links from this podcast: · Statement from UN experts condemning Israel’s attack on Jenin · First report by UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese · Call for input: Special Rapporteur’s future thematic reports and activities Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Liberating Palestine (w/ Ramzy Baroud and Ilan Pappé)On this episode, Tom and Michael are joined by Ramzy Baroud and Ilan Pappé, co-editors of the book “Our Vision for Liberation: Engaged Palestinian Leaders and Intellectuals Speak Out.” In their new book, they bring together a diverse group of Palestinian voices – from filmmakers to religious figures to politicians and more – to share their own experiences and perspectives on the way forward for Palestine. We discuss the meaning of Palestinian liberation and decolonization, why the May 2021 uprising continues to be a source of optimism, and whether there’s a growing consensus among Palestinians about the need for a one-state solution. Links from this podcast: “ Our Vision for Liberation ” (Clarity Press 2022), edited by Ramzy Baroud and Ilan Pappé Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- How dangerous is Israel’s new far-right government? (w/ Natasha Roth-Rowland of +972 Magazine)On November 1st, Israelis completed their fifth election in four years, returning Benjamin Netanyahu to power with the support of extreme, far-right figures who are about to play a major role in the emerging coalition government. Although negotiations to form the government are still underway, it is commonly said that this may be Israel’s most far-right government in history. On this episode, we are joined by Natasha Roth-Rowland of +972 Magazine to break down the election, introduce us to the key players, and reflect on the impact that this may have on the lives of Palestinians under apartheid. Links from this podcast: Ben Gvir’s dream ministry brings Kahane’s vision one step closer (Roth-Rowland in +972 Magazine) Smotrich is about to become the West Bank’s overlord. Here’s what’s at stake (+927 Magazine) Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Report from Palestine: CJPME’s eyewitness account of Israeli apartheidCJPME’s Michael Bueckert recently returned from a two-week trip to Palestine-Israel. During his time there, Bueckert met with dozens of Palestinian community leaders and organizations, politicians, youth activists, business leaders, and academics. He also visited current hotspots including Sheikh Jarrah, the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and Jenin, as well as unrecognized Bedouin villages in the Naqab. Get an update from Palestine as Bueckert shares his observations, and ponders what the future may hold for Palestine, Israel, and Canada. Podcast Notes: Michael’s full trip report Michael’s tweet about his treatment by Israel border police on his departure Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Will Calgary cancel its contract with apartheid? (w/ Saba Amro and Annette Lengyel)In this episode, we are joined by Saba Amro and Annette Lengyel, two Calgary-based activists who have been at the forefront of pressuring Calgary to cancel a contract with Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) – a Spanish/Basque company which is unethically involved in a $2.5 billion CDN contract to expand Jerusalem Light Rail (JLR) network. Join us as we discuss Calgary’s contract with apartheid, and how Calgary’s Palestinian solidarity groups are trying to bring it to an end. Podcast Notes: CAF out of Calgary campaign Website CAF out of Calgary Facebook page Instagram account for CAF out of Calgary Facebook page of Justice for Palestinians Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- CJPME Debrief Nov 15 · 1h 5m The Islamophobia Industry in Canada (w/ Jasmin Zine)What and who are the main drivers of anti-Muslim hate in Canada? On this episode, Michael and Tom are joined by Jasmin Zine, author of a new report on the Canadian “Islamophobia Industry.” We talk about some of the key organizations, personalities, and discourses responsible for perpetuating anti-Muslim hate in Canada, and how the connections between them form an ecosystem of hate. As part of this discussion, we will look at the role of certain fringe-right, pro-Israel and anti-Palestinian voices in spreading Islamophobic views. Links from this podcast: Report: The Canadian Islamophobia Industry: Mapping Islamophobia’s Ecosystem in the Great White North Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- From South Africa to Israel: How apartheid states try to deflect criticismLast spring, Fernwood Publishing announced a new book, Advocating for Palestine in Canada: one of the first-ever books about Palestinian solidarity work in Canada. Michael Bueckert, one of Debrief’s regular hosts wrote a chapter in the book looking at how Israel seeks to deflect and dismiss criticisms of its oppressive and apartheid practices. This subject matter is also the focus of Michael’s PhD dissertation. Join us as Michael discusses his chapter, and learn how today’s apologists for Israel take an approach eerily similar to that taken by apologists for apartheid South Africa. Links from this podcast: Link to Advocating for Palestine in Canada at Fernwood Publishing Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Canadian media and pro-Israel bias (w/ Davide Mastracci)Is Canadian media biased towards Israel and against Palestinians? Where does bias come from, and how can we challenge it? On this episode, Michael and Tom are joined by Passage’s Davide Mastracci, author of a chapter on Canadian media and pro-Israel bias in the book Advocating for Palestine in Canada (Fernwood, 2022). We talk about the role of journalists, editors, corporate owners, and lobby groups in pushing media coverage to be favourable to Israel, and how these factors undermine reporting on Israel’s human rights abuses. Links from this podcast: Read Mastracci’s chapter in Advocating for Palestine in Canada Read Mastracci’s article in Passage Now You Know – Mastracci’s newsletter on pro-Israel lobbying in media Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- ATIP Documents Reveal What Canada’s Foreign Affairs Experts REALLY Think About Canada’s Pro-Israel Record at the UNTom and Michael discuss a recent report authored by Michael and its implications for upcoming votes on Palestinian human rights at the United Nations General Assembly. The report, based on documents obtained through an access to information request, found that Canada’s career foreign affairs officials are highly critical of Canada’s staunchly pro-Israel record, and have been pushing for a change in the government’s approach. We break down the report’s findings and what they say about Canada and its reputation on the international stage. Links from this podcast: CJPME Report: Voting Against Its Own Interests CJPME’s UN Dashboard Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Unveiling the Chilly Climate: The Suppression of Speech on Palestine in Canada (w/ Independent Jewish Voices)On this episode, Michael and Tom are joined by Sheryl Nestel and Rowan Gaudet of Independent Jewish Voices Canada to talk about their new report on the suppression of speech on Palestine on Canadian campuses. We look at how pro-Israel groups have used harassment and intimidation against pro-Palestine academics to create a “chilly” atmosphere for debate. We talk about how students have been affected by these attacks and discuss the role of the controversial IHRA definition of antisemitism in suppressing speech. Links from this podcast: IJV’s report: Unveiling the Chilly Climate: The Suppression of Speech on Palestine in Canada Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Palestine Solidarity in Canada: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, ThreatsTwo months ago, Fernwood Publishing announced a new book, Advocating for Palestine in Canada: one of the first-ever books about Palestinian solidarity work in Canada. Tom Woodley, one of Debrief’s regular hosts wrote a chapter in the book discussing the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats that lie before the Palestinian solidarity movement in Canada. With Michael on vacation, our podcast engineer Madeleine Moffatt takes the microphone to interview Tom about his chapter, and to explore the potential opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for the movement. Links from this podcast: Link to Advocating for Palestine in Canada at Fernwood Publishing Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- CJPME Debrief Jun 9 · 1h 11m Islamophobia and the 9/11 Generation (w/ Jasmin Zine)On this episode, Michael and Tom are joined by Jasmin Zine to talk about her new book on Islamophobia and the 9/11 generation. We discuss how Islamophobia is more than just “fear” or “hate” towards Muslims, and why we should understand it as a “structure of oppression.” We also talk about the surveillance that Muslims students face on campus, the gendered nature of Islamophobia, and evaluate whether Canada is doing enough to address white supremacist and anti-Muslim violence. Links from this podcast: Jasmin Zine’s book: Under Siege: Islamophobia and the 9/11 Generation Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- McGill can’t destroy student solidarity with Palestine (w/ SPHR McGill)Earlier this year, McGill students won a major victory when a campus referendum passed by 71% to adopt a Palestine Solidarity Policy. Almost immediately, however, this decision was suppressed by university administrators and the student association. In this episode, Michael is joined by members of Solidarity for Palestinian Human Rights (SPHR McGill) to discuss their recent victory, and how they are dealing with McGill’s attempts to crush student activism. Links from this podcast: SPHR McGill on Instagram A blacklist is terrorizing pro-Palestine students at McGill (SPHR McGill) List of Canadian student unions that have endorsed BDS (CJPME Resource) Students at McGill, UofT, and UBC Pass Pro-Palestine Policies (McGill Daily) Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Legal victory against wine from illegal Israeli settlements (w/ David Kattenburg and Dimitri Lascarus)In a legal victory this month, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) ruled that “Product of Israel” labels on wine from illegal Israeli settlements are “false” and violate Canadian consumer protection law. On this episode, Michael is joined by David Kattenburg and lawyer Dimitri Lascaris, who have led this multiple-year legal battle against settlement wine. We talk about what the legal decision means, the challenges ahead to get accurate labeling, and the importance of ending trade with illegal settlements altogether. Links from this podcast: Statement from Kattenburg and Lascaris: Canadian agency rules “Product of Israel” labels violate Canadian law CJPME press release on latest ruling Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Omar Shakir of Human Rights Watch on the apartheid consensus and being deported from IsraelOne year ago, Human Rights Watch published a landmark report on Israeli apartheid. On this episode Michael is joined by Omar Shakir, HRW’s Israel and Palestine director, to reflect on the reactions to that report and the growing international consensus on apartheid. In addition, we talk about his experience of being deported by Israel, documenting Israeli war crimes in Gaza, and the how killing of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh demonstrates Israel’s pattern of violence against journalists. Links from this podcast: HRW Report - A Threshold Crossed: Israeli Authorities and the Crimes of Apartheid and Persecution Israel Expels Human Rights Watch Director CJPME Resource: Who is talking about Israeli apartheid? CJPME Press Release: Israel’s execution of Al Jazeera journalist requires international investigation Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
- Niki Ashton on why the NDP must be a champion for Palestinian human rightsAmong Canadian politicians, NDP MP Niki Ashton has been one of the most consistent voices in support of Palestinian rights. Ashton joins Michael and Tom to talk about why it is important for her to challenge Canada’s complicity in Israeli apartheid. We also discuss what it was like trying to advocate for Palestine under the pro-Israel leadership of Tom Mulcair, assess whether the position of the NDP has improved in recent years, and hear why international solidarity is so necessary. Links from this podcast: Video: Niki Ashton calls on Parliament to condemn Israel’s murder of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh CJPME NDP leadership assessment guides Subscribe to this podcast, and donate to CJPME to support the work that we do.0 comments0
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