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“The discussions and personal stories explored in this podcast both humanize and provide deeply needed context to what is currently happening to our world and everyone who inhabits it.
Additionally, there are amazing resources shared throughout; books, other podcasts, interviews, etc that greatly...”Read full review »
I like bacon and I can not lie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
“The hosts and guests manage to discuss such deep, tender and vital subjects with such openness and humanity. I’ve only listened to a few but looking forward to going through the back catalogue”
Te3e3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/06/24
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“A valuable podcast because of its consistent anti-capitalist, anti-imperialist, anti-authoritarian outlook”
Victor's Children via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/31/23
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“Grateful to this podcast for the brilliant insights, deep empathy, and solidarity.”
DeeN90! via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/10/23
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“Essential listening, highly recommended.”
eltee_92 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/30/23
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“If I could only listen to one podcast, it would be this one. Joey Ayoub and his team have integrity and they bring on guests with the same principled commitments.”
Former Plan-to-Eat user via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/27/23
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“„The Fire These Times“ is a wonderful podcast, particularly in these polarized times. The hosts invite deep discussion with engaged and brilliant guests and are interested in highlighting complexity and both/and thinking rather than reductive and binary approaches. I am grateful it exists and...”Read full review »
BombayBorn via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
11/25/23
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“The Fire These Times is without a doubt in my mind one of the most unique podcasts I listen to. Listening to each episode is like viewing an artist at work - Joey is creating a tapestry in collaboration with each guest. With each topic, he weaves narratives across time and covers a breadth of...”Read full review »
Vivek Ramachandran via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
02/12/23
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“This podcast is filled with fascinating conversations that challenge conventions and are entertaining. Highly recommend”
Actually ETori via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/23
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“I followed Joey Ayoub on Twitter for years and now I find out he has a podcast?!?! Joey and his guests are so smart and they talk about topics that don’t always get coverage in mainstream media. It’s especially hard to find reliable voices on the Middle East and Global South more generally if you...”Read full review »
Happy Japanese Learner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/23
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“A breath of fresh air in the political /activism discourse landscape I didn’t know I was missing until I started listening. Incredibly lucky we are as audience members to have access to so many vanguard thinkers all in one space.”
Meghan Keane via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/22
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“A really interesting and eclectic podcast and a breath of fresh air in the sense that the issues covered are approached in a very independent minded, thoughtful, authentic and curious way. Thank you!”
LauraWdng via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/03/22
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“Great stuff- very nice épisode on the voices of the Balkan .
Love from Beirut”
Nixamere via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
12/02/21
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“Nothing compares to this podcast. It’s so, so refreshing to hear nuanced analysis of current & past issues with an emphasis on anti-authoritarianism and anti-imperialism. Joey’s ability to navigate incredibly passionate topics with nuance is truly inspirational in a world where binary...”Read full review »
Durruti Lives! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/25/21
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“Somehow brings emotional and political clarity to the most complicated topics that are otherwise ignored or manipulated. Creates space for so many different perspectives not just one ideology”
Cyberspace94 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/21
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“Extensive, thoughtful discussions on topics of global concern, with a Mid East bent. The guest selection is always impressive and Joey’s Syria-related takes are beyond sharp. Always look forward to seeing new episode in the feed. Please keep it up Joey”
meksass via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
09/10/21
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“There are few podcasts I know that have a similar scope to The Fire These Times - both in terms of the range of guests and themes and also the intimate style of the discussions. I have discovered loads of new writers or projects through this show and had access to perspectives that I would...”Read full review »
BizdenO via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
08/29/21
“As someone who’s not much of a fan of conversational podcasts, this show is absolutely the exception for me. Joey does a fantastic job of finding interview guests who he can engage in lively, nuanced analysis of global politics from a deeply personal perspective, all the while making complex...”Read full review »
survivedthepolarvortex via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/21
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“I appreciate this podcast for introducing me to people who share anti imperialist, anti authoritarian viewpoints”
Quake3ArenaPlayer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/21
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“This is a podcast I recommend for people wanting a good podcast to hear about human rights issues. I really can’t stop listening to this”
Aaa56432 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/20/20
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“Love listening to the podcast. Always a good selection of topics and speakers.”
AACT2019 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/03/20
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“Fantastic, nuanced analysis of a wide array of topics, with fascinating guests every time. Worthy of being listened to, especially by many on the Western left.”
RosaVapesemburg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/20
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“Best podcast on Lebanon current events and history”
LeighTheKnicksFan via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/09/20
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