Episodes
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 his restaurant and home over the past year, followed by ongoing injustice and mistreatment. Join...
Published 11/15/24
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 Ramallah. For info about the work of Al-Haq, head to alhaq.org or @al_haq_organization.Free...
Published 11/08/24
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 days with a fundraising target of $30,000. For info and updates on Azeez's run, head...
Published 11/01/24
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 recorded by ABC Big Ideas. Listen to the entire event, including Louise’s speech, via abc.net.au.A...
Published 10/18/24
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. This interview was first aired on Tuesday Hometime on Tue 10 Sep 2024. For info on the Freedom...
Published 10/11/24
On this week's episode, Nasser reflects upon and provides commentary on the genocide in Gaza, one year on, with more than 41,000 Palestinian lives claimed since Oct 7, 2023. Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm. DetailsVigil for Gaza, Marquis of Linlithgow Memorial, Corner of St Kilda Rd and Anzac Ave, Mon 7 Oct, 6.30 - 8.30pm. DetailsInfo on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk...
Published 10/04/24
Nasser speaks with Sarah Schwartz, a human rights lawyer, Principal lawyer with Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service, and lecturer at Melbourne University Law School, and Dr Max Kaiser, an expert on antisemitism and Australian Jewish history and author of Jewish Antifascism and the False Promise of Settler Colonialism, both Sarah and Max are executive and advisory committee members of the Jewish Council of Australia (JCA).They speak about their Jewish upbringing and their political...
Published 09/27/24
Nasser speaks with Nour Salman, Palestinian activist, organiser, and subject-matter expert on SWANA geopolitics and history. They speak about Nour's Nakba story, changes in Free Palestine and resistive socio-political movements, the importance of engaging in active discourse with elected councillors, and the We Vote for Palestine campaign. For info on We Vote for Palestine, visit wevoteforpalestine.net.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm.Info on upcoming...
Published 09/20/24
Nasser speaks with Tan Safi, a Palestinian activist, documentary and filmmaker, and volunteer media producer for the Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition, about their work with the organisation. For more info and to donate, visit freedomflotilla.org or @gazafreedomflotilla.Free Palestine rally, State Library Victoria, every Sunday from 12pm.Info on upcoming events and actions via APAN and Free Palestine Melbourne.Daily broadcast updates via Let's Talk Palestine. Image credit: freedomflotilla.org
Published 09/13/24
Nasser has a conversation with Tasnim Sammak, a Palestinian activist, mother, community organiser, and PhD candidate at Monash University. They speak about her family's exile to Gaza and life in refugee camps, Tasnim's reflections on the Free Palestine movement since her involvement in 2008, the military-industrial complex and profiteering from wars, the importance of staunch union solidarity, and upcoming campaigns, including Disrupt Land Forces. For info on Disrupt Land Forces, MCEC, Sep 8...
Published 09/06/24
Nasser has a conversation with Aran Mylvaganam, a former refugee, Tamil Refugee Council founder, trade unionist, and human rights activist. They speak about the discrimination against the Tamils in Sri Lanka, Aran's refugee story, his activism, and the socio-political effects of Australia's immigration policies and treatment of refugees, including the recent news of the self-immolation of 23-year-old asylum seeker, Mano Yogalingam. For further info, visit Tamil Refugee Council.Free...
Published 08/30/24
Nasser has a long-form conversation with Mai Saif, a Palestinian activist, Free Palestine Melbourne organiser, and member of the Palestinian Community Association for Victoria. They speak about Mai's Nakba story during the First Intifada, her activist work with Free Palestine Melbourne, and how reporting of genocide and apartheid have entered the lexicon of the media landscape and public narratives. For info on Free Palestine Melbourne's work and to get involved, visit...
Published 08/23/24
Nasser provides commentary on the ongoing genocide and oppression of Palestinians by the apartheid state of Israel and its intersections with global socio-politcial issues, including the ever-changing position(s) of international organisations on the legal definition of genocide, the censorhip of artists in defense of Palestine, and a report released on 14 Aug 2024 by the Australian Muslim Advocacy Network (AMAN) and Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) entitled 'Observations of...
Published 08/16/24
Nasser has a long-form conversation with Rand, a '48er Palestinian, community organiser, student representative, BDS Youth convener, and a member of Dare to Struggle Film Festival, living on Gadigal Land. They speak about Rand's Nakba family history, the BDS movement and the effectiveness of campaigning and implementing strategies, and the Apartheid Free Zones campaign. For information on Apartheid Free Zones, visit bdsmovement.net/apartheid-free-zones.Free Palestine Melbourne rally, State...
Published 08/09/24
Today is the International Day of Solidarity with Gaza and Palestinian Prisoners, and will be marked by actions of solidarity with Palestine against the ongoing genocide in Gaza and silent genocide in West Bank.Nasser provides updates and commentary on Gaza, including the deaths and assassiantions of Palestinians and journalists, a chronologiocal history of Hamas' inception, the ongoing calls for ceasefires and peace talks throughout the 80s, 90s, and aughts, and how the recent assassination...
Published 08/02/24
On this week's episode, Nasser presents an excerpt of a talk given by veteran Palestinian activist Yousef Alreemawi entitled 'The Palestinian refugees: When the temporary became permanent', Part 9 in the series 'Understanding Palestine', originally recorded 21 July 2024. 'Understanding Palestine' series, every second Sunday at Black Spark Cultural Centre, 126 Gladstone Ave, Northcote. The next talk, 'What happens when the Palestinian refugees become refugees again?', is happening on Sun 4 Aug...
Published 07/26/24
Nasser provides updates and information on the International Justice Court's ruling against Israel's settlement polices, the Oslo Accords (1993), and Israel's breach of Article 3 of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights.Nasser then speaks with Dr. Bushra Othman, a Palestinian-Australian woman and surgeon who recently returned from volunteering at Shuhada al-Aqsa Hospital hospital in Deir Al-Balah, Gaza, with the Palestinian Australian New Zealand Medical Association (PANZMA). Dr....
Published 07/19/24
Nasser provides updates on the continual genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, 280 days since Oct 7 with an estimated 186,000 Palestinian deaths, and in particular the importance of an accurate count – and the difficulty of achieving one.Nasser then speaks with James Godfrey, spokesperson for Free Gaza Australia (a branch of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition), a grassroots solidarity movement across the world working together to end the Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip. They discuss James' family...
Published 07/12/24
Nasser presents a longform conversation with Prof. Joseph Daher, an academic, researcher, and author of Hezbollah: Political Economy of the Party of God; and Syria After the Uprisings: The Political Economy of State Resilience.They discuss Israel's expansion of operations north onto the lands of Lebanon, the onset of agricultural and civilian land destruction, the implications of the launch of a potential war with Lebanon and Hezbollah, and the unrest of surrounding regions. More information...
Published 06/28/24
Nasser provides updates on the ongoing oppression, devestation, and genocide of Palestinian people as a result of the western imperial oupost of the Israeli government and its militarianism and the complicity of morally banrupt global governments.Nasser then speaks with Nicholas (Nick) Hanna, an Australian-Lebanese solicitor, filmmaker, and humanitarian about his film The Last Sky, a documentary about the Gaza war and the escalating conflict in Lebanon. For more information and to find a...
Published 06/21/24
Nasser, Robert, Yousef, and Jiselle discuss the importance of community engagement and some of the program's history during 3CR's annual Radiothon, in support of this year’s theme - Sound on for Solidarity. Palestine Remembered has been on-air for 20 years, presented originally by Yousef, and later with Robert and Nasser, and has provided an integral platform for Palestinian voices, news, and commentaries. Donate online now. 'In the Presence of Absence', Tarab Ensemble, Melbourne Recital...
Published 06/14/24
Nasser provides commentary on the ongoing live digital genocide and brutality experienced by Palestinians at the hands of the Israeli military industrial complex, and of continual incidents of anti-Palestinian racism in so-called Australia.We then hear a speech that Nasser delivered at a Melbourne University NTEU forum where he outlines the definition of the 'eight types of Palestinians' in recognition of International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People (Wed 29 Nov 2023).Donate to...
Published 06/07/24
Nasser provides updates on the geo/political aspects of the genocide of Palestinian people.We then hear a rally speech given by Nasser at the Boycott ZIM shipping action at Port Melbourne-Boonwurrung Land on Sat 25 May as part of the National Day of Action at the Ports. ZIM Ganges is one of the world's largest container shipping companies and has played an integral role in the colonisation of Palestine.Info on Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement and campaigning via BDS...
Published 05/31/24
Nasser speaks with Dana Alshaer, a Palestinian woman born and raised in the occupied West Bank, an international student studying International Relations, and leading member of Unimelb for Palestine.They discuss the collective activism of students and staff during the month-long encampment at the South Lawn and sit-in at Mahmoud's Hall (University of Melbourne campus) to demand the university's accountability of their complicity in genocide and to call for divestment from weapons...
Published 05/24/24