Brief: Syrian opposition says Assad has fled as they enter Damascus
As Israel’s war on Gaza and Lebanon continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Syrian opposition fighters have declared victory over the government of Bashar Assad. Israel continues to attack medical infrastructure in Gaza. It is day 429 of the war in Gaza, where at least 44,580 Palestinians have been killed. In this episode: Zeina Khodr, (@ZeinakhodrAljaz) Al Jazeera Correspondent This episode was produced and mixed by David Enders. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik and Adam Abou-Gad is our engagement producer. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera's head of audio. At Al Jazeera Podcasts, we want to hear from you, our listeners. So, please head to https://www.aljazeera.com/survey and tell us your thoughts about this show and other Al Jazeera podcasts. It only takes a few minutes!
8 Des 20247min
Another Take: In ‘inaccessible cities,’ the experience of those with disabilities
Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on July 22, 2022. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. One in six people around the world live with some form of disability and many of them face daily challenges that include just getting around. Al Jazeera’s innovation studio, AJ Contrast, tells the story of three women with different disabilities, in Mumbai, Lagos, and New York City In this episode, we speak with AJ Contrast’s Senior Producer Viktorija Mickute to find out more about these women and what can be done to make the world more accessible for all members of society. In this episode: Viktorija Moquette (@VikVicariously), Senior Producer, AJ Contrast Nidhi Goyal (@saysnidhigoyal), Activist and Comedian Rebecca Lamorte (@RebeccaLamorte), Former New York City Council Candidate Olajumuke Olajide, Athlete Episode credits: This episode was updated by Sarí el-Khalili. The original production team was Ruby Zaman, Amy Walters, Alexandra Locke, Ney Alvarez, Negin Owliaei, Chloe K Li and our host, Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editor is Hisham Abu Salah. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer, and Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube
7 Des 202421min
As France’s Notre Dame reopens, whose heritage is worth $1bn?
Notre Dame of Paris is reopening with great fanfare after a $1bn rebuilding effort following a devastating fire nearly six years ago. But why do some architectural treasures receive attention and resources, while others are overlooked? Who decides what history to preserve? In this episode: Léopold Lambert @TheFunambulist_, Architect and Editor-in-Chief of The Funambulist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, Sonia Bhagat, Tamara Khandaker and Cole van Miltenburg with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Duha Mosaad, Hagir Saleh, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editor is Hisham Abu Salah. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube
6 Des 202418min
Why South Korea's president suddenly declared martial law
A wild six hours ensued in South Korea after President Yoon Suk-yeol suddenly declared martial law. Parliament swiftly countered, ending the brief crisis, but Yoon’s political future now hangs in the balance. How did South Korea get here? And how will its brief brush with martial law reshape its political future? In this episode: Se-Woong Koo, Managing Editor of Korea Exposé Episode credits: This episode was produced by Amy Walters, Ashish Malhotra, Tamara Khadaker, and Sonia Bhagat with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Duha Mosaad, Hagir Saleh, Cole Van Miltenburg, and our host, Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editor is Hisham Abu Salah. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube
5 Des 202423min
Why is Joe Biden in Angola?
Angola rolls out the red carpet for US President Joe Biden’s last-ditch trip to Africa. With just over a month left in office, what does Biden’s trip reveal about the US scramble to reassert itself in the continent? In this episode: Cláudio Silva (@CaipLounge), Political Analyst Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker and Sonia Bhagat with Sarí el-Khalili, Hagir Saleh, Duha Mosaad, Cole van Miltenberg, and our host, Natasha Del Toro, in for Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editor is Hisham Abu Salah. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube
4 Des 202419min
What is happening in Syria?
Over the past week, Syrian opposition fighters have seized control of Aleppo and advanced further south towards Hama. This unexpected move has reignited what was largely a frozen conflict. In response, the Syrian Army, with support from Russia and reportedly, Iraqi militias, has intensified bombing campaigns on opposition-held areas. So, what’s next for Syria’s war? In this episode: Qutaiba Idlbi (@Qidlbi), Director of Syria Initiative at The Atlantic Council Episode credits: This episode was produced by Ashish Malhotra and Amy Walters with Sarí el-Khalili, Hagir Saleh, Duha Mosaad, Cole Van Miltenberg, and our host, Natasha Del Toro, in for Malika Bilal. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editor is Hisham Abu Salah. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube
3 Des 202420min
Surviving Gaza’s wounds: A young amputee’s fight for healing
At just 13, Leyan, an amputee from Gaza, travels to the United States for medical treatment. Her journey reflects the immense challenges faced by thousands of children who have lost limbs in the war, underscoring their ongoing struggles and the urgent need for the world’s attention. Our guest, filmmaker Rhana Natour, tells Leyan’s story in All That Remains, a Fault Lines documentary, on Al Jazeera. In this episode: Rhana Natour (@RNatourious), Filmmaker Episode credits: This episode was produced by Tamara Khandaker, Sonia Bhagat, Chloe K. Li with Sarí el-Khalili, Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Ashish Malhotra, Cole van Miltenburg, Duha Mosaad, Hagir Saleh, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. The Take production team is Marcos Bartolomé, Sonia Bhagat, Sarí el-Khalili, Tamara Khandaker, Phillip Lanos, Chloe K. Li, Ashish Malhotra, Khaled Soltan, and Amy Walters. Our editorial interns are Duha Mosaad, Hagir Saleh, and Cole van Miltenburg. Our host is Malika Bilal. Our engagement producers are Adam Abou-Gad and Vienna Maglio. Aya Elmileik is lead of audience engagement. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editor is Hisham Abu Salah. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. We’ll be back tomorrow. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube
2 Des 202422min
Brief: Memorial held for Nasrallah, Syrian rebels make swift advances
As Israel’s war on Gaza and Lebanon continues, we're coming to you on Sundays with a weekly roundup. This week: Palestinians in Gaza are preparing for a winter with little aid. Lebanon begins cleaning up as a ceasefire takes effect. Rebels fighting the Syrian government have begun a surprise offensive. It is day 422 of the war in Gaza, where at least 44,382 Palestinians have been killed. In this episode: Hind Al Khoudary, Al Jazeera Correspondent Zein Basravi, (@virtualzein) Al Jazeera Correspondent Sinem Koseoglu, (@sinemkos) Al Jazeera Correspondent This episode was produced and mixed by David Enders. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik and Adam Abou-Gad is our engagement producer. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera's head of audio.
1 Des 20245min
