Sumud Podcast

Sumud Podcast

33 Episodes

Inspired by Palestine, the Sumud Podcast is a space for inspiration and empowerment across marginalized communities worldwide. We highlight sidelined voices by sharing stories, experiences, and insights that deserve to be heard. Join us as we uplift, empower, and amplify the voices shaping our world, one episode at a time.

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Sumud Podcast
  • Misan Harriman - Episode 25

    Episode 1

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, Dr. Ed Hasan sits down with acclaimed photographer, filmmaker, and activist Misan Harriman for a powerful conversation on storytelling, identity, justice, and the responsibility of bearing witness. Misan reflects on his journey from growing up in Nigeria and ...

  • Rep. Ruwa Romman - Episode 26

    Episode 2

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, Dr. Ed Hasan speaks with Georgia State Representative Ruwa Romman about political organizing, coalition building, and the challenges of representing her community during the ongoing crisis in Palestine. Ruwa reflects on navigating public criticism, advocating...

  • Dr. Thaer Ahmad, Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, and Dr. Mark Perlmutter - Episode 27

    Episode 3

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, Dr. Ed Hasan sits down with American doctors Thaer Ahmad, Feroze Sidhwa, and Mark Perlmutter to discuss what they witnessed while working inside Gaza’s overwhelmed hospitals, and what happened when they returned home and tried to make the world listen. The do...

  • Eman Mabrouk - Episode 28

    Episode 4

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we sit down with Eman Mabrouk for a powerful conversation about injustice, identity, humanitarian work, anti-Blackness, and the responsibility to speak up. Eman shares her experience fighting for hijab rights, witnessing the treatment of African migrant women...

  • Roger Waters & Mona Miari - Episode 29

    Episode 5

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, Dr. Ed Hasan sits down with legendary musician Roger Waters and Palestinian singer-songwriter Mona Miari to discuss their powerful reimagining of Comfortably Numb and the story behind its creation. Mona and Roger reflect on the year-long creative process, the...

  • Colette Ghunim & Melissa Barrera - Episode 30

    Episode 6

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, Dr. Ed Hasan sits down with filmmaker Colette Ghunim and actress, producer, and Palestine advocate Melissa Barrera to discuss ‘Traces of Home,’ Ghunim’s deeply personal documentary tracing her family’s roots in Palestine and Mexico. Together, they explore for...

  • Dr. Fady Joudah - Episode 31

    Episode 7

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we sit down with Palestinian poet, translator, and physician Dr. Fady Joudah to discuss his newly released book, Exhibit G: Poems, Essays, and Photographs from Inside Gaza. Through poetry, photography, and personal reflection, Fady explores the realities of P...

  • Salah Sarsour - Episode 32

    Episode 8

    Salah Sarsour: ICE Detention, Community, and Standing for Justice | Sumud Podcast w/ Dr. Ed Hasan

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we sit down with Salah Sarsour for a powerful conversation about immigration, free speech, advocacy, and the personal consequences of speaking out. Salah shares...

  • Miko Peled - Episode 33

    Episode 9

    Miko Peled: ‘The General’s Son’ Who Chose Palestine | Sumud Podcast w/ Dr. Ed Hasan

    In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, we sit down with Miko Peled for a powerful conversation about identity, family, history, and his journey toward standing with the Palestinian people. Born into one of Israel’...