2 chapters across the catalog
A historical and biblical overview traces the roots of the Arab-Israeli conflict back to the story of Isaac and Ishmael. The narrative explores the tension between Sarah and Hagar and how their descendants became the foundations of the Jewish and Arab peoples. The hosts share personal anecdotes about witnessing this deep-seated animosity in modern settings like Berkeley and Bangkok.
Muhammad Ali Funeral, Nation of Islam and Ishmael Reed
Author Ishmael Reed provides a critical perspective on the public adulation following the death of Muhammad Ali. Reed argues that Ali was abandoned by his entourage during his decline and highlights the often-overlooked influence of the Nation of Islam on Ali's career. The discussion includes an anecdote about the Nation of Islam intervening when organized crime figures allegedly pressured Ali to lose a fight in Toronto.
