Beste Digesting The Narrative Podcasts (2024)

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Netanyahu and the war of weaponised narratives 32:59

1M ago32:59

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Arab Digest editor William Law is joined by the security and defence analyst Andreas Krieg. As the intensity of Israeli attacks increases Dr Krieg - who has written a groundbreaking book on the weaponisation of narratives by state and non-state actors - details how such narratives are driving the Middle East toward all out war and he offers proposa…

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Play with Purpose: Unraveling the Art of Critical Gameplay Design 12:00

8h ago12:00

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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of "critical gameplay design," an innovative form of game development that challenges the norms of traditional gaming. Discover how critical gameplay is more than just entertainment; it's a powerful platform for questioning societal values and sparking conversations about social and political issu…

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Iraqi Kurdistan walks a fine line 27:18

20h ago27:18

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Arab Digest editor William Law is joined by the Kurdish American journalist Sirwan Kajjo. A recent parliamentary election in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq featured a high turnout and a strong showing by a new party, both indications that the grip of the two families that have controlled the region for decades is beginning to slip. Meantime Iraqi Kur…

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Breaking the Mold: Enculturation and Creativity With Games and Creative Software 7:00

17h ago7:00

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Are the cultural norms of the art world stifling true creative breakthroughs? In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into Lindsay Grace's exploration of enculturation and its impact on artistic production. Grace pulls back the curtain on the culture of art critique, academic consensus, and the processes that shape how creativity unfolds. She di…

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Games Beyond Play: Exploring the Art of Blank Arcade 2014 19:35

1d ago19:35

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Dive into the world where gaming meets art in our latest episode! We explore the fascinating catalog of Blank Arcade 2014, an extraordinary showcase from the Digital Games Research Association (DiGRA) conference. This collection highlights early examples of games as artistic and conceptual expressions, pushing boundaries far beyond traditional play…

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Level Up: Blank Arcade 2015 – Exploring the Art of Games 12:05

1d ago12:05

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Dive into the groundbreaking world of Blank Arcade 2015, a second event showcasing games as you’ve never seen before. In this episode, we uncover how this experimental exhibition transforms traditional game design into a powerful art form. From the physical challenge of 'Shapes,' a neurorehabilitation game that redefines physical therapy, to the di…

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Game On: Curating Digital Art in the 21st Century 20:55

1d ago20:55

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In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities of exhibiting interactive media in today's museums and galleries. Drawing from her extensive global experience organizing game art exhibitions, Grace breaks down the different approaches—exhibitions, festivals, and showcases—revealing the strengths and limitations of each. We dive into th…

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Your Scorpio Dark Side 30:17

3d ago30:17

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Astro Atlas: Mastering Your Power Over Fear + What You Need to Know for the Week of October 29–November 4, 2024 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Join Natha as she weaves together astrological archetypes, spiritual teachings, and psychological insights to guide you toward deeper self-understanding and healing. These episodes are designed to help you …

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Exciting news from The Carbon Removal Show 4:41

7d ago4:41

4:41

The Carbon Removal Show team are dusting off our mics, and we have some exciting news! The biggest of welcomes and ‘thank you’s to our coalition partners: Carbon Engineering, Carbonfuture, Carbon Gap, CarbonX, Klarna, MASH Makes, Milkywire, the Negative Emissions Platform, Opna, Patch, Pinwheel, Planboo, ReCarber, Standard Gas Technologies and Supe…

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Sudan: the war the world forgot 34:48

7d ago34:48

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Arab Digest editor William Law is joined by the Sudanese political analyst Kholood Khair. Their conversation focusses on a war that has gone on for 18 months and has caused the worst humanitarian disaster in the world. Sudan's people are the victims of two generals vying for dominance backed by outside players who like the generals have no concern …

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The Rise of eSports: Mental Agility and the Shift in Modern Values 15:18

9d ago15:18

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of eSports, exploring how its rapid rise mirrors evolving social values in the digital age. We’ll discuss how eSports, much like traditional sports, showcase exceptional skills—but with a twist. Instead of physical dominance, eSports champions mental agility, strategic thinking, and problem-solving prowe…

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Games, Addiction, and Violence: Unpacking the Moral Panics 11:02

10d ago11:02

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In this episode, we dive into the ongoing debate surrounding video games and their impact on society. From accusations of fostering addiction to claims of inciting violence, games have long been a target of moral panics. But how much of this is rooted in fact, and how much in fear? Join us as we explore the history of moral panics, the science behi…

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Beauty and the Beast: Libra into Scorpio 29:37

10d ago29:37

29:37

AStro Atlas: Being nice is nice but let’s get real + What you need to know for the week of October 21-28 2024 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understanding your psyche better, these episodes are per…

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Can Games Keep Up with the News? Inside the Newsjam Experiment 7:25

13d ago7:25

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In this episode of Game Studies for Everyone, we explore the exciting potential of newsgames as a tool for delivering timely news in a fast-paced media world. Based on a Newsjam—a 36-hour event where participants collaborated to create newsgames based on current events. Can games be created quickly and effectively by non-experts? We’ll discuss the …

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Newsgames: The Future of News Delivery or Too Much for Newsrooms? 13:36

14d ago13:36

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In this episode of Game Studies for Everyone, we explore the fascinating world of newsgames and how they’re reshaping the way we consume news. Using a case study from a major national newspaper, we dive into the challenges of creating newsgames—from the fast pace of news to the evolving game literacy of audiences. We’ll also discuss the exciting op…

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Biden, Netanyahu and the war against Iran 35:11

14d ago35:11

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Arab Digest editor William Law's guest this week is the Quincy Institute's Annelle Sheline who quit the US State Department in protest at her government's Gaza policy. She argues that rather than restraining Israel the Biden administration is backing Netanyahu's efforts to provoke a major war with Iran in order to redraw the map of the Middle East.…

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The Rise of Newsgames: Exploring the State of Interactive Games & Journalism 10:06

17d ago10:06

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We dive into the "State of Newsgames 2020" report, which analyzes 50 newsgames from 2015 to 2020. Discover how interactive news experiences use familiar game mechanics to tackle real-world topics in short, shareable formats. We'll explore the editorial nature of newsgames, their aesthetic qualities, and how they’re shaping the future of news storyt…

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Charm vs Charge: Libra and Aries 26:29

17d ago26:29

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Astro Atlas: Libra negotiates Aries initiates- making both approaches work for you + What you need to know for the week of October 14-20, 2024 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understanding your psyc…

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5-Minute Games You Should Know: Playable Polls – A New Era of Opinion Gathering Through Games 6:01

18d ago6:01

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What if gathering public opinion could be fun and interactive? In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking research of Lindsay Grace, who explores the use of games as polling systems. Grace introduces the concept of playable polls—interactive games designed to collect player opinions and sentiment in a more engaging and effective way than trad…

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Microgames vs. Health Misinformation: A Game-Changing Approach 14:23

19d ago14:23

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In this episode, we dive into an innovative research project that explores how microgames can combat health misinformation in vulnerable communities. The researchers behind the study developed three unique microgame prototypes—a trivia game, a social media simulation, and an interactive fiction narrative—each designed to engage and educate players.…

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Part 2 of Fake News: Combatting Misinformation & Disinformation Through Video Games 14:00

20d ago14:00

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n this second installment of our series, we continue to delve into the world of misinformation and disinformation games, but this time, we’re focusing on the powerful emotional and psychological effects these games can elicit. Using Excitation Transfer Theory and Transportation Theory, we’ll explore how emotions, empathy, and narrative immersion pl…

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Part 1 of Fake News: Combatting Misinformation & Disinformation Through Video Games 7:51

20d ago7:51

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In this exciting debut of our series on misinformation and disinformation, we dive into the world of disinformation games—engaging, thought-provoking interventions designed to combat the spread of fake news. We'll explore how these games are harnessing the power of play to change the way we interact with media, focusing on two major communication t…

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Breaking the Rules: How Critical Indie Games Challenge the Status Quo 1:09:35

22d ago1:09:35

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In this episode of Game Studies for Everyone, we explore the critical design movement in indie games, led by visionary artists like Nicky Case, Lindsay Grace, and Zach Gage. These games push the boundaries of traditional game design, using gameplay to critique social conventions and question player assumptions. We’ll break down the key traits of cr…

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Understanding Iran 28:51

22d ago28:51

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Arab Digest editor William Law's guest this week is the head of the Middle East programme at London's Chatham House Sanam Vakil. Their conversation focusses on Iran and Israel as the confrontation between the two edges ever closer to a hot war. Also on the agenda are Saudi Arabia and the UAE and the efforts they are making to avoid such a war. What…

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Indie Games as Poetry: A New Way to See Play 6:54

23d ago6:54

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In this episode of Game Studies for Everyone, we explore a fascinating perspective from the 2011 Digital Games Research Association Conference, : Are indie games the poetry of the gaming world? We'll dive into how independent games use poetic elements like meter, metaphor, and personification to create unique player experiences. Discover how compar…

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Gaming Against Fake News: 5 Minute Games You Should Know 4:27

23d ago4:27

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In this episode, we explore how the game Factitious helps players sharpen their news literacy skills. Discover how over 500,000 players identified fake news, and the surprising patterns revealed about age, education, and performance in fighting misinformation through playful learning. Based on https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/3290607.3299046…

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Leading Social Change Through Games 11:45

23d ago11:45

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In this episode, we explore how games can lead social change by encouraging problem-solving, shifting perspectives, and inspiring action. Learn how playful strategies help tackle complex societal issues across education, policy, health, and more. Grace, L. 2024, The Patterns of Games for Leading Social Change. Journal of Leadership Studies. https:/…

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Persuasive Play: Changing Society Through Games 9:58

23d ago9:58

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In this episode, we explore how persuasive games can influence societal change. Learn how games designed with macro, micro, and meta-persuasive strategies challenge norms and offer new ways to impact politics, culture, and more. From Grace, L.D. 2021, Micro, Macro and Meta-Persuasive Play to Change Society, in Persuasive Gaming in Context. Amsterda…

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Playing the System: Immigration, Games, and Investigative Journalism 13:03

23d ago13:03

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In this episode of GS-E, we explore how interactive narratives and newsgames explain the complexities of the U.S. immigration system. Discover how a game, based on the Panama and Paradise Papers, uses persuasive play to unpack systemic biases in immigration policies between 2017–2021, reaching over 45,000 players with its engaging, investigative ap…

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Playing as Rebellion: Games Channel Civil Disobedience and Work within Politics 11:06

23d ago11:06

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In this episode of GS-E, we dive into a fascinating intersection of play and protest. What does it mean to play as an act of rebellion? We’ll explore how parkour, skateboarding, and skywalking defy authority and embrace civil disobedience, both in the real world and in video games. Using examples from popular parkour and skateboarding games, we bre…

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Equilibrium and Graceful Influence: Libra Superpowers 27:58

24d ago27:58

27:58

Astro Atlas: Nail the Libra vibe of poised persuasion and you’ll win every time + What you need to know for the week of October 7-13 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understanding your psyche better,…

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Don’t Mess with Venus: The Dark Side of Libra 28:18

1M ago28:18

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Astro Atlas: Libra seems oh so nice but you better watch your back + What you need to know for the week of September 30- October 6 2024 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understanding your psyche bett…

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The US in the Middle East: same old playbook 29:20

1M ago29:20

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With tensions rising daily in the region, Arab Digest editor William Law welcomes the Cato Institute's Jon Hoffman to the podcast. As Israel pounds Lebanon and Hezbollah fires rockets back the slide into a full scale war looms but Washington's response is the same as it ever was: call for restraint while backing Israel to the hilt.Sign up NOW at Ar…

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"My children feel they are lost" 18:22

1M ago18:22

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Arab Digest editor William Law speaks with Hasan Ramadan. Before the 7 October war Hasan was a teacher at a school in North Gaza where he lived with his wife and three sons. Now he and his family are among the nearly 2 million IDPs in Gaza. After several attempts we were able to reach him at an IDP camp in the south of Gaza.Sign up NOW at ArabDiges…

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Seeking Perfection to Seeking Connection: The Virgo-Libra Shift 28:15

1M ago28:15

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Astro Atlas: Perfecting ourselves (and others) gives way to perfecting our relationships and learning to relate to others + What you need to know for the week of September 23-29 2024 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learn…

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Palestine and a new awakening 34:45

1M ago34:45

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Arab Digest editor William Law's guest this week is the Beirut-based author and commentator Amal Ghandour. Their conversation explores the impact of the Gaza war on the Levant and beyond and looks at how young Arabs have been galvanised by Israel's genocidal conduct into a new sense of themselves and the role they will play in securing what Amal ca…

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Self Reliance or Sacred Flow? Virgo and Pisces 28:35

1M ago28:35

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Astro Atlas: Cling to your expectations all you want, but let’s be real—it’s never been in your control + What you need to know for the week of September 16-22 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or unders…

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The Queer Arab Glossary 36:32

2M ago36:32

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Arab Digest editor William Law kicks off a new season with the editor of a new book titled The Queer Arab Glossary, the graphic designer, artist and writer Marwan Kaabour. Art book, Arab gay slang glossary and essay collection from a diverse and distinguished group of Arab artists, writers and activists The Queer Arab Glossary is both a provocative…

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Hard to Digest: Virgo and your body 26:31

2M ago26:31

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Astro Atlas: Routine is the backbone of your nervous system + What you need to know for the week of September 9-15 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understanding your psyche better, these episodes ar…

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AD’s All New Top Ten Podcast Countdown: #1 30:15

2M ago30:15

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Summary: the IDF’s prosecution of the war in Gaza and attacks on Palestinian communities in the West Bank have revived popular support in Arab states for Palestine, forcing MENA governments to back away from further normalisation with Israel.Sign up NOW at ArabDigest.org for free to join the club and start receiving our daily newsletter & weekly po…

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The Perfect Way to Feel Good: Virgo Gifts 28:17

2M ago28:17

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Forget perfection, this is how you really relax + What you need to know for the week of August 26-September 1 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understanding your psyche better, these episodes are per…

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AD’s All New Top Ten Podcast Countdown: #2 30:52

2M ago30:52

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Summary: Israel with the support of its Western backers consistently violates international law and the rules-based order on which democracies are founded to impose its violent military will on Palestine and the Palestinians.Sign up NOW at ArabDigest.org for free to join the club and start receiving our daily newsletter & weekly podcasts.…

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AD’s All New Top Ten Podcast Countdown: #3 42:20

2M ago42:20

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Summary: a book published last year explores the way in which the UAE and Israel have weaponised narratives to undermine and sabotage civil society efforts in the Arab world that are aimed at challenging authoritarian rule.Sign up NOW at ArabDigest.org for free to join the club and start receiving our daily newsletter & weekly podcasts.…

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You’re Not Doing That Right: The Virgo Shadow 30:56

2M ago30:56

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Astro Atlas: Your very own Virgo dark side? Trust me, it's there + What you need to know for the week of August 26-September 1 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understanding your psyche better, these…

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AD’s All New Top Ten Podcast Countdown: #4 29:59

2M ago29:59

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Summary: Saudi Arabia and the UAE have developed a strategy of promoting a version of Islam branded moderate as a soft power tool designed to reassure Western allies while advancing their regional interests and continuing domestic repression.Sign up NOW at ArabDigest.org for free to join the club and start receiving our daily newsletter & weekly po…

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Time to Think About Someone Else for a Change: Leo meets Virgo 29:11

2M ago29:11

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Astro Atlas: Playtime is over, now it’s time to do some chores + What you need to know for the week of August 19-25 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understanding your psyche better, these episodes a…

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AD’s All New Top Ten Podcast Countdown: #5 35:20

2M ago35:20

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Summary: a prescient podcast that detailed the failures of US foreign policy in the Middle East under the Biden administration and correctly foresaw how unqualified military support for Netanyahu and the region’s authoritarian regimes was leading to consequences that would prove disastrous.Sign up NOW at ArabDigest.org for free to join the club and…

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AD’s All New Top Ten Podcast Countdown: #6 41:01

3M ago41:01

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Summary: backed by Western democracies, Arab Gulf states and a steady flow of weapons dictatorships and warlords are flourishing in MENA and creating new and dangerous levels of instability in an already deeply unstable region.Sign up NOW at ArabDigest.org for free to join the club and start receiving our daily newsletter & weekly podcasts.…

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More Honey, Less Vinegar: Leo and Aquarius 32:12

3M ago32:12

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You’re both on stage and in the seats—is your act real, and are you cheering or throwing shade? + What you need to know for the week of August 14-20 2024 Find Natha at Electra Astrology Listen in as Natha intertwines astrological insights, spiritual teachings, and psychological wisdom. Whether you're interested in learning astrology or understandin…

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AD’s All New Top Ten Podcast Countdown: #7 40:07

3M ago40:07

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Summary: a recent book by a leading Gulf analyst argues that the Gulf monarchies have successfully ridden out threats posed by the Arab Spring to their autocratic rule with an adept use of multipolar alliances and effective governance.Sign up NOW at ArabDigest.org for free to join the club and start receiving our daily newsletter & weekly podcasts.…

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