Islamism is a word most people are familiar with, but what exactly is it? 

From hiding in the shadows to becoming influential political actors, Islamists' entrance onto the Arab political scene is a compelling story – and one that is not yet finished. 

In this episode, Middle East and North Africa expert Jacob Høigilt talks about the meaning of Islamism and its role in politics in the Middle East and North Africa from before the Arab Spring until today. Hosting the episode is Deputy Leader of YATA Oslo, Mathea Reine-Nilsen.

When a wave of revolutions swept the Middle East and North Africa in 2010, the internet became an essential tool for political protest. Social media enabled activists to communicate, organize and raise global awareness of the situation.

In this episode, Middle East and North Africa expert Jon Nordenson talks about the role of social media during the Arab Spring, and how online activism has developed over time, in light of both technological advances and events such as the War on Terror and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hosting the episode is Mathea Reine-Nilsen, Deputy Leader of YATA Oslo.