SuperHumanizer Podcast

Join Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian activist and Columbia University student, as he shares his extraordinary journey from a refugee camp in the West Bank to the front lines of the fight for justice in America. In this gripping conversation, Mohsen recounts his harrowing experience of being arrested by ICE in a suspected honey trap, and how he found the strength to meditate his way through 16 days of federal detention. He offers a powerful analysis of the "two violences" facing Palestinians, and shares his vision for a future built on human connection and mutual understanding. Through stories of trauma, resilience, and the surprising power of joy, Mohsen provides a masterclass in what it means to be a superhumanizer in a world that is designed to break us.
‍Like to read? 👉🏼 Check Out these Blog Posts:
From Refugee Camp to Federal Custody: The Targeting of a Palestinian Activist
Meditation in the Margins: How a Palestinian Refugee Heals Trauma
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Join us for a powerful and timely conversation with Lily Greenberg Call, the first Jewish-American Biden administration official to publicly resign in protest of the ongoing genocide in Gaza. In this episode, Lily shares her deeply personal journey from a Zionist upbringing and a promising career in the White House to becoming a leading voice for Palestinian rights and a powerful critic of the administration she once served.

Lily takes us through her political awakening, from her experiences on AIPAC-sponsored trips to her time at UC Berkeley, and the gradual, painful process of unlearning the narratives she was taught about Israel-Palestine. She speaks with raw honesty about the moral injury of witnessing a genocide facilitated by her own government, the weaponization of Jewish identity to justify violence, and the courage it took to walk away from her dream job to stand in solidarity with the oppressed. This is a story of profound moral courage, intellectual honesty, and the power of one individual to speak truth to power, no matter the cost.
‍Like to read? 👉🏼 Check Out these Blog Posts:
From AIPAC to Solidarity: A Jewish American’s Journey of Unlearning
The Cost of Conscience: Why a Jewish White House Official Resigned Over Gaza
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Join Rolla Selbak, a multi-award-winning queer Palestinian American filmmaker, as she shares her unapologetic journey through the landscape of Hollywood. From her Sundance-backed feature film to developing series for Sony and Disney, Rolla exposes the industry's deep-seated stereotypes and the cost of speaking truth to power. She discusses the myth of the "good Arab," the importance of artistic integrity, and how she's using her platform to humanize Palestinians and challenge the gatekeepers of cinema with her new project for aspiring filmmakers. Through personal stories of struggle and resilience, Rolla offers a powerful vision for a decolonized cinema where queer and Arab voices can finally be heard.
Like to read? 👉🏼 Check Out these Blog Posts:
Decolonizing the Screen: Rolla Selbak's Mission to Reclaim Palestinian Narratives
The Self-Taught Revolution: How Rolla Selbak Broke Into Hollywood on Her Own Terms
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Join guest host Daniel Maté in a profound dialogue with Alon-Lee Green, the founding National Director of Standing Together, a grassroots movement mobilizing thousands of Jewish and Palestinian citizens of Israel for peace, equality, and social justice. This conversation explores the urgent need for a “sacred pause” in the midst of war, the deceptive nature of social media narratives, and the courageous work of building a shared future based on mutual respect and liberation for all. Alon Lee shares his personal journey from a Tel Aviv bubble to meeting the reality of Palestine, dismantling the concept of a “false utopia” and confronting the dehumanization that fuels the conflict. Together, Daniel and Alon delve into the “uncommonsense” of peace, the necessity of holding onto shared humanity, and the vision for a common ground that transcends political lines and acknowledges the deep, dark harmony of their interconnected struggles.
Like to read? 👉🏼 Check Out these Blog Posts:
Standing Together: How a New Generation Is Rewriting Israeli-Palestinian Solidarity
From Burnout to Liberation: Why Activist Self-Care Is Revolutionary
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Join Hamza Ali, the President of MPI Media Group and co-founder of Watermelon Pictures, as he shares his family's incredible journey from the 1967 war in Palestine to building a media empire in America. Discover how the tragic events of October 7th became the catalyst for a creative revolution, leading to the birth of Watermelon Pictures and its mission to humanize Palestinian stories. From breaking box office records with the controversial documentary 'The Encampments' to fostering Jewish-Palestinian solidarity through films like 'Israelism,' Hamza reveals the power of cinema as a tool for liberation and creative resistance. This episode explores the challenges of fighting industry censorship and threats, while building a new media landscape for marginalized voices.

Check out the new streaming service 🍉 Watermelon+ 👉🏼 watch.watermelonpictures.com

Like to read? 👉🏼 Check Out these Blog Posts:
Seeds of Resistance: How Watermelon Pictures Reclaims Palestinian Narratives
From Family Business to Cultural Revolution: Hamza Ali's Watermelon Pictures
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