Ep 30 - Dr. As’ad Abu Khalil (The Voice Behind the Angry Arab News Service)

In Episode 30 of The Enlightenment Podcast, Shamim and Hanan sit down with Dr. As’ad Abu Khalil, a political scientist, author, and prominent commentator on Middle Eastern affairs.Dr. As’ad Abu Khalil, is best known for his critical perspective on U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and his outspoken critiques of Zionism. He gained a wide following through his long-running blog, the Angry Arab News Service—a blog that has been a key platform for critical analysis of regional politics—and has since transitioned much of his commentary to Twitter/X, where he continues to challenge mainstream narratives and advocate for justice.He is a Professor of Political Science at California State University, Stanislaus, and has also served as a Visiting Professor at UC Berkeley.Born and raised in Lebanon—to a mother from Beirut and a father from Tyre in South Lebanon— Dr. As’ad Abu Khalil, lived experience in the region profoundly informs his academic and political work.In this episode, Shamim and Hanan delve into Dr. As’ad Abu Khalil’s views on Zionism, justice, and the broader struggle for liberation in the Middle East. With his trademark clarity and candor, he discusses the role of intellectual resistance, the failures of mainstream media, and the importance of maintaining an uncompromising stance on human rights and Palestinian advocacy.📖 Follow Dr. Asad Abu Khalil’s work:🔹 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/asadabukhalil#AsadAbuKhalil #EnlightenmentPodcast #Zionism #MiddleEastPolitics #USForeignPolicy #PalestinianStruggle #PoliticalScience #Justice #Podcast