In this episode, we look at the means through which most of us learn about what’s happening on the ground in Palestine: the media. With the help of award-winning Jordanian journalist and producer Sara Obeidat, Rhea and Marilyn question how the media (specifically western legacy media) has approached covering Palestine, both prior to October 7th and afterwards. Why has Palestine often been dismissed in the news cycle, and what shifted on October 7th? In the age of disinformation and propaganda, how can we vet our news sources? What should we expect/demand of global media outlets, and why is it important to nurture local and regional journalism? 

This episode is dedicated to the memory of all the journalists who’ve lost their lives reporting on the events of the past few weeks, as well as the brave voices - like Moataz, like Plestia, like Bisan - who are allowing us to bear witness to the atrocities of the past few weeks.

Sara Obeidat is an award-winning Jordanian journalist and producer. She most recently co-produced the second season of “I’m Not a Monster: The Shamima Begum Story.” The investigative series received rave reviews, topping international podcast charts and winning multiple best-of awards for its journalistic excellence. 

Who Run the World is a production of Reyzin Media. Hosted by Rhea Chedid and Marilyn Zakhour. Produced by Ahmed Ashour. Follow Who Run the World on Instagram and Tik Tok at @whoruntheworldpod.