Weekly review of Armenian News from https://groong.org. Keeping up with news related to Armenia and Armenians can be challenging; the sheer volume of news in the past few years has increased greatly, and the rise of the “Fake News” phenomenon contributing to the erosion of trust in the news media. The diversity of languages used by the worldwide Armenian community also poses a challenge for Armenian news; there is a significant portion of news that originates in Armenian, sometimes in Russia ...
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This is the audio podcast for the Armenian Alliance Conversations interview series hosted by Manyak Saakyan on YouTube. This interview series explores topics that are relevant to Armenians in Armenia, Artsakh and the Armenian diaspora communities worldwide. Experts discuss a wide range of topics related to politics, geopolitics, education, healthcare, international law, social issues, Armenian history and more. Each episode has a main topic of discussion, which often leads to discussions abo ...
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A podcast project working to uplift internationalist dialogues on human rights, climate change, and visions of bold futures. Our unique editorial team are deeply committed to weaving together radical Lebanese, Palestinian, Syrian, Jewish, and Armenian perspectives from the periphery. Founded in 2020 by Elia J. Ayoub. To support, get early access and get exclusive perks: https://www.patreon.com/fromtheperiphery
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Your weekly view into the Caucasus region with the OC Media team.
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Truth In Media http://truthinmedia.com/ Truth In Media is an independent media organization founded by Emmy-winning journalist Ben Swann. Our team at Truth In Media is committed to providing quality content focusing on issues that impact humanity, featuring a number of fearless journalists sharing their expertise with a diverse audience that honors genuine and compelling reporting that transcends political, social and geographic boundaries. Truth In Media’s content echoes the honest, unabash ...
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Why does the President of Belarus always imprison his political opponents? What does the UAE-Israel Deal mean for the Arab World? Comedians Turner Sparks and Michael Ira Kaplan turn comics stationed around the globe into embedded reporters so you can know what's really going on.
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Strap in, pop culture enthusiasts, because the Absolute DMV Podcast is here to serve up a weekly hilarious debate and insightful analysis. Absolute DMV Podcast throws hosts with fiery takes into the arena, battling over "the best" in movies, music, sports, and more. Expect fierce debate, hilarious jabs, and deep dives into the DMV's heartbeat. Tune in for entertainment, insight, and a sprinkle of hometown love. Welcome to the DMV!
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The News From The Front Podcast is a podcast about Military History, particularly the First World War. Continuing from documenting the Great War as it happened 100 years ago, the project continues with in depth history looking at various aspects of war. The project website can be found at 1914-1918war.com.
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HyeTech Minds Podcast features successful Armenian founders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and tech minds across the globe. From Silicon Valley to Boston, from Yerevan to Paris, meet technology leaders, founders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and tech professionals behind some of the most successful and innovative companies and startups in the world as they share their success stories, give actionable tips, and lessons learned on their road to success.
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All you need to know about Turkey with John Lubbock...
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Rafael Ishkhanyan - June 12, PACE Report, Pretrial Detention, Ashotyan, Chalabyan | Ep 343 - Jul 13, 2024
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Spotlight on Silence Topics: - ACPR Report on Police Brutality on June 12 - PACE Report: "The honouring of obligations and commitments by Armenia" - Pretrial Detention Used as Punishment - Spotlight on Political Prisoners / Persecuted - Armen Ashotyan - Avetik Chalabyan Guest: - Rafael Ishkhanyan Hosts: - Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan - Asbe…
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164/ El Salvador's Gang State w/ Michael Paarlberg
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For episode 164, Dana El-Kurd is joined by Michael Paarlbeg, associate professor of political science at Virginia Commonwealth University, to discuss the intersection between crime and authoritarian politics in Latin America. They particularly focus on the the state of emergency happening today in El Salvador, covering the rise of Nayib Bukele and …
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Karen Vrtanesyan - Armenia, Azerbaijan at NATO, Border Talks, Srbazan Movement, Arms or Alms for Rearming | Ep 342 - July 7, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - July 7, 2024 Topics: Armenia, Azerbaijan, at NATO Summit Border Talks Still in Chaos Srbazan in Syunik Pashinyan in Syunik Srbazan Movement Arms, or Alms for Armenia? Orban, Aliyev’s Man inside the EU Eagle Partner 2024 in Armenia Guest: Karen Vrtanesyan - TW/@AHouseKeeper Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbe…
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163/ The Far Right is Not Inevitable w/ Aurelien Mondon
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For episode 163, Elia Ayoub is joined by University of Bath researcher and repeated guest Dr. Aurelien Mondon to talk about the populist hype in the context of the gains by the Far Right in a number of Western countries. We spoke about the EU elections as well as the upcoming UK, France and US elections, asking the question: is the media covering t…
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Nightlife Evolution in the DMV: From U Street Parties & Shifting Social Scenes
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how the nightlife culture of the DMV has transformed over the years? Join Ace Boogie and Egogh on the Boards on this electrifying episode of the Absolute DMV Podcast while Marc is off on his family trip. We kick off with a celebratory shout-out to Light Skin Black and James Merlin on their birthdays, recounting…
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Elisa von Joeden-Forgey - Lemkin Institute, Genocide in Artsakh, Pashinyan Genocide Denial, Gaza, other | Ep 341 - June 28, 2024
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The Lemkin Institute on Genocide in Artsakh Conversations on Groong Topics: Background on the Lemkin Institute Genocide in Artsakh Armenian Government’s Genocide Denial Gaza and other Genocides Guest: Elisa von Joeden-Forgey - TW/@LemkinInstitute Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 341 | Recorded: June …
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Is Azerbaijan a champion of anti-colonialism?
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Azerbaijan appears to be trying to position itself as a champion of the anti-colonial movement by criticising France’s colonial past and supporting independence movements in its overseas territories. This week, we speak to political analyst and PhD candidate at Charles University in Prague Bahruz Samadov about the Baku Initiative Group, a group lin…
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Aram Orbelyan - Legality of Land Handovers, Mass Opposition Resignations | Ep 340 - June 26, 2024
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Aram Orbelyan - Legality of Armenian Territorial Handovers to Azerbaijan, Triggering Parliamentary Elections Through Opposition Resignations Conversations on Groong Topics: Unconstitutional “Delimitation” Process Could the Opposition Trigger New Elections? Guest: Aram Orbelyan Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubri…
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From Courtside Memories to Kendrick’s Juneteenth Surprise
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what it's like to relive your glory days on the basketball court only to be reminded of your age? Join us on the Absolute DMV Podcast as Ace Boogie recounts his latest round of hoops, sharing some laughs and hard truths about competing with the younger generation under the boiling DMV sun. We then shift gears t…
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Dziunik Aghajanian - Srbazan Movement Pause, EU Right Shift, Renewed Azerbaijan War Threats, Did Pashinyan get Marching Orders from Erdogan | Ep 339 - June 23, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - June 23, 2024 Topics: Srbazan Movement: Pause & Regroup? EU Parliamentary Shift to the Right Armenia and EU Membership Renewed Azerbaijani Threats of War Armenia Reports CAESAR Artillery Acquisition Did Pashinyan Get Marching Orders from Erdogan? Guest: Amb. Dziunik Aghajanian Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan …
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Hagop Djernazian - Update on the Threats to the Armenian Quarter in Jerusalem, Armenian-Israeli Relations, Recognizing State of Palestine | Ep 338- June 23, 2024
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Update on the Threats to the Armenian Quarter in Jerusalem Conversations on Groong Topics: Update on the current situation of the Armenian Quarters in Jerusalem State of the Community’s Case against Xana Gardens Inc. Armenia Recognizes the State of Palestine Effects of Armenian-Israeli Relations on the Armenian Community Guest: Hagop Djernazian - T…
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Gym Chronicles: Fashion Faux Pas: Mixing Brands and Interracial Dating Nuances
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Send us a Text Message. Can you really mix Adidas and Nike? On this episode of the Absolute DMV Podcast, things get personal and hilarious as Ace Boogie, Marc, and Egogh navigate the minefield of fashion etiquette. We kick things off with Marc’s anticipation-filled chatter about his upcoming trip to Armenia and Egogh’s laugh-out-loud gym anecdotes.…
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Benyamin Poghosyan - Police Violence and Repressions, Armenia Azerbaijan Talks, Armenia Russia Relations | Ep 337 - June 16, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - June 16, 2024 Topics: Armenian Police Violence & Repressions Armenia Azerbaijan Talks Armenia Russia Relations Guest: Benyamin Poghosyan - TW/@Benyamin_Poghos Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 337 | Recorded: June 17, 2024 Subscribe and follow us everywhere you are: linktr.…
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The ruling Georgian Dream party has introduced a legislative package that would ban ‘LGBT propaganda’, potentially setting back decades of progress on queer rights in the country. This week, we speak to OC Media staff writer Shota Kincha about the contents of the law, to Tbilisi Pride’s director Tamar Jakeli about the future of the queer rights mov…
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Rafael Ishkhanyan - Protesters Arrested, MPs Beaten, Artsakh Mayors Jailed | Ep 336 - Jun 16, 2024
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Spotlight on Silence Topics: - Detention vs. Arrest - Hundreds Of Protesters Arrested - “Red Berets” Beat Up MP - Artsakh Mayors Under Arrest - Podcasters Released But Banned From Podcasting - Narek Samsonyan - Vazgen Saghatelyan Guest: - Rafael Ishkhanyan Hosts: - Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan - Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 336 | R…
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TFTT Archives: Hamed Sinno on Sarah Hegazi, Mental Health and Growing up Queer in Lebanon
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Sarah Hegazi was a queer Egyptian activist who was severely punished by the Sisi regime for waving a rainbow flag at the September 2017 Mashrou' Leila concert in Cairo. On the 14th of June, 4 years ago, Sarah died by suicide in exile in Canada. In this episode from September of that year, Hamed Sinno, lead singer of Mashrou Leila, reflects on her p…
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Anna Karapetyan | Peace Treaty and more Aliyev Demands | James O’Brien in Yerevan | Armenia Russia Relations | Srbazan Movement | Ep 335 - June 9, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - June 9, 2024 Topics: Peace Treaty and more Aliyev Demands James O’Brien in Yerevan Russia Armenia Relations Srbazan Movement Guest: Anna Karapetyan - TW/@Karapetyan_Ann Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 335 | Recorded: June 10, 2024 Subscribe and follow us everywhere you ar…
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Trump's 34 Felony Counts & 2024 Election Impact. "Bad Boys" Action Review and DMV Actors and Actresses
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Send us a Text Message. Is Donald Trump really facing 34 felony counts, and what does this mean for his political future? We'll unpack the implications of his conviction and how it could shake up the 2024 election, especially in the shadow of President Biden's current challenges. Join us, Ace Boogie, Marc 2Ray, and Egogh (on the boards), as we also…
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Azerbaijan, a country whose economy depends heavily on fossil fuels, is set to host the United Nations' annual climate change conference, COP29, in November this year, amidst rampant human rights abuses and terrible environmental practices. This week, we speak to journalist Arzu Geybulla talks about human rights abuses in Azerbaijan and her expecta…
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Arthur Martirosyan | Heavy Rainstorms and Flood, Srbazan Movement Church and State, Geopolitical Developments | Ep 334 - June 2, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - June 2, 2024 Topics: Heavy Rainstorms Flood Northern Armenia Srbazan Movement: Church and State Geopolitical Developments Guest: Arthur G. Martirosyan - TW/@ArthurMarti63 Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 334 | Recorded: June 3, 2024 Subscribe and follow us everywhere you a…
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OC Media’s Robin Fabbro, Mariam Nikuradze, and Shota Kincha sit down to discuss whether Georgia’s democracy could survive with the passing of the draconic foreign agent law, and October’s critical parliamentary elections. Read more: Georgia’s parliament passes controversial electoral code amendments Support independent journalism in the Caucasus an…
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162/ Spaces of Exception and the Struggle for Native American and Palestinian Autonomy
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For episode 162, host Ayman Makarem is joined by two guests, Malek Rasamny and Matt Peterson, to talk about their 10-year long multi-media project 'The Native and the Refugee'. The three talk about the project, its many manifestations, its focus on settler colonialism as a framework, as well as the current genocidal situation unfolded in Gaza. They…
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Sergei Melkonian on Iran President Crash, Bagrat Srbazan Movement, and Armenian Russian Relations | Ep 333 - May 26, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - May 26, 2024 Topics: Iran President and FM Killed in Helicopter Crash Bagrat Srbazan Leads Mass Protests in Armenia Armenian Russian Relations Guest: Sergei Melkonian - TW/@MelkonianSergei Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 333 | Recorded: May 27, 2024 Subscribe and follow u…
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161/ The Gaza Genocide Changes Everything
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Elia and Ayman talk about Gaza, and why this genocide changes everything. Demand a complete arms embargo on Israel immediately. Sanctions immediately. Cut off all diplomatic immediately. To hold Israel accountable for genocide means making them pay for reparations, sending its war criminals to The Hague, and conditioning going back to normal relati…
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Archil Sikharulidze - Georgian Law on Foreign Agents | Politics and Diplomacy of Armenia | Parallels and Lessons from Georgia | Ep 332 - May 26, 2024
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Archil Sikharulidze - Georgian Law on Foreign Agents | Politics and Diplomacy of Armenia | Parallels and Lessons from Georgia | Ep 332 - May 26, 2024 Conversations on Groong Topics: Georgian Law on Foreign Agents Politics and Diplomacy of Armenia Parallels and Lessons from Georgia Guest: Archil Sikharulidze - TW/@achosikha Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan …
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Why is an Armenian priest leading a crusade against the government?
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Tavush for the Motherland, a movement fronted by Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan, has made headlines protesting in Armenia’s north and in the capital Yerevan against the delimitation process with Azerbaijan. This week, we speak to OC Media’s Armenian staff writer Arshaluys Barseghyan about how the protest movement shifted from protesting border delimi…
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R.I.P. Evan Cablayan and the Finish of the RAP Beef. Ramaswamy and Ann Coulter ‘Hindu business’
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Send us a Text Message. As we raise our glasses in tribute to a fallen comrade, this episode is a raw testament to Evan, a soul taken too soon from the beating heart of DC's mixology community. Unraveling the threads of a tragedy born from domestic violence, we confront the rippling effects of such loss - from the vacuum it creates in a once vibran…
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K-Dot and Drake Beef (Kendrick's Response) Ryan Garcia's Ring Drama, and Canelo's Fight Coming Bout
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Send us a Text Message. Strap in as we talk about the weather change in the DMV. Our latest episode is a cultural tapestry, weaving together personal experiences with the fashion surprises that springtime unveils. We're also turning the volume up on Kendrick Lamar's sharp-witted diss tracks, igniting a full-fledged lyrical warfare that's got us all…
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Hrant Mikaelian - Tavush Protests Gain Momentum | Pashinyan Pressing Ahead with Land Concessions | Poll Results on Tavush Protests | Ep 331 - May 19, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - May 19, 2024 Topics: Tavush Protests Gain Momentum Pashinyan Pressing Ahead with Land Concessions Poll Results on Tavush Protests Guest: Hrant Mikaelian - TW/@Hrant_M Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 331 | Recorded: May 18, 2024 Subscribe and follow us everywhere you are: …
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Sopo Japaridze - USSR: A common Home & History | Armenian Georgian Relations - Ep 330 - May 18, 2024
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Sopo Japaridze - USSR: A common Home & History | Armenian Georgian Relations - Ep 330 - May 18, 2024 Conversations on Groong Topics: Labor Unions, Organization and NGOs in Georgia USSR: A common Home & History Georgia’s Foreign Agent Bill Armenia-Georgian Relations Guest: Sopo Japaridze - TW/@sopjap Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed…
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Unpacking Armenian Genocide Denial & Drake AI's Rap Revolution & Garcia/Haney Boxing match.
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Send us a Text Message. As the echoes of Marc's poignant melodies from the Armenian Genocide commemoration in D.C. still resonate, we bring you a stirring conversation that delves into the heart of remembrance and the shadows of historical denial. Joined by this vibrant rapper and activist, our dialogue transcends mere reflection, confronting the o…
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Georgia’s foreign agent law passes — what’s next?
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The foreign agent law has passed its third and final reading in the Georgian parliament despite mass protests against the law throughout the country. This week, OC Media’s Robin Fabbro, Mariam Nikuradze, and Shota Kincha talk about President Salome Zourabichvili’s expected veto of the law, the possibility of Western sanctions against members of the…
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Tevan Poghosyan - Bagrat Srbazan Brings Masses to the Streets | Armenia Azerbaijan Talks Continue | Ep 329 - May 12, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - May 12, 2024 Topics: Bagrat Srbazan Brings Masses To the Streets Armenia Azerbaijan Talks Continue Guest: Tevan Poghosyan - TW/@TevanPoghosyan Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 329 | Recorded: May 14, 2024 Subscribe and follow us everywhere you are: linktr.ee/groong…
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160/ Raising a Brown Child in a Time of Genocide w/ Nikesh Shukla
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For episode 160, Dana El Kurd, Fabien Goa and Elia Ayoub are joined by Nikesh Shukla to discuss his book 'Brown Baby: A Memoir of Race, Family and Home' which the three of us read with Gaza on our mind (although it was written in 2021 and is not on Palestine). More broadly, we talked about what it's like to raise a brown kid in a world where racial…
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Dziunik Aghajanian - Tavush Demarcation and Delimitation | Bagrat Srbazan Heads to Yerevan | Hungary Blocks EU Aid to Armenia | Ep 328 - May 5, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - May 5, 2024 Topics: - Tavush Demarcation and Delimitation - Bagrat Srbazan Coming to Yerevan - Hungary Blocks EU Aid to Armenia Guest: - Dziunik Aghajanian Hosts: - Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan - Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 328 | Recorded: May 6, 2024 Subscribe and follow us everywhere you are: linktr.e…
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Benyamin Poghosyan, Rananjay Anand - Indian-Armenian Relations in 2024 | Ep 327 - May 2, 2024
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Benyamin Poghosyan, Rananjay Anand - Indian-Armenian Relations in 2024 Conversations on Groong Topics: - Impressions: Raisina 2024 Dialogue - Indian Community - Trade Opportunities - Defense & Security Groong Links: - https://podcasts.groong.org/donate - https://linktr.ee/groong Guest: - Benyamin Poghosyan - Rananjay Anand Hosts: - Asbed Bedrossian…
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159/ Building Ukraine-Palestine Solidarity w/ Yuliia Kishchuk
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For Episode 159, Dana El Kurd and Elia Ayoub are joined by Ukrainian researcher Yuliia Kishchuk who signed the Ukrainian Letter of Solidarity with Palestinian people published on the Ukrainian journal Commons, a site that both Dana and Elia have also contributed to in the past. In this episode, they argue for Palestinian-Ukrainian solidarity and ex…
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Rap's AI Infusion and the Thrill of UFC Matchups Analyzed
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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we decode Drake's latest track with special guest Tiffany, delving into its AI-inspired undertones and rap rivalries. From Rick Ross's clapbacks to the fusion of technology and tradition, we break down this intriguing moment of hip-hop history. Then, buckle up for the UFC recap, as we dissect fight night highlight…
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158/ The Threat of Christian Fascism in Lebanon w/ Justin Salhani
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For Episode 158, Elia Ayoub is joined by Lebanese journalist and friend of the pod Justin Salhani to talk about recent calls for and acts of violence by far right Lebanese Christians against Syrian refugees. In addition to giving context with regards to what's happening, they talk about Lebanon as a structurally violent state, one which has always …
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Edgar Elbakyan - 109th Commemorations of the Armenian Genocide | Pashinyan Concedes Tavush Territories | Russia Withdrawing Peacekeepers from Artsakh | Ep 326 - Apr 21, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - April 21, 2024 Topics: 109th Commemorations of the Armenian Genocide Pashinyan Concedes Tavush Territories Russia Withdrawing Peacekeepers from Artsakh Guest: Edgar Elbakyan - TW/@ElbakyanEdgar Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 326 | Recorded: April 24, 2024 Subscribe and f…
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Political Prisoners in Armenia | Armenia’s Hate Speech Laws | Cases: Samvel Vardanyan, Narek Malyan, Armen Grigoryan | Ep 325 - Apr 22, 2024
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Political Prisoners in Armenia | Armenia’s Hate Speech Laws | Cases: Samvel Vardanyan, Narek Malyan, Armen Grigoryan Spotlight on Silence Topics: Introduction Judicial System Torture and Violence Freedom of Assembly Hate Speech Laws in Armenia Cases: Samvel Vardanyan Narek Malyan Armen Grigoryan Guest: Rafael Ishkhanyan Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - T…
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A week of protests against Georgia’s foreign agent law
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Georgians have once again come out to protest the foreign agents bill after the ruling Georgian Dream party reintroduced the draft law a year after aborting it. This week, we spoke with OC Media’s Mariam Nikuradze and Shota Kincha about the daily mass protests against the bill, the government’s reactions, and how the coming weeks might unfold. Read…
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157/ Taking Authoritarianism Seriously w/ Bill Fletcher Jr
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For episode 157, Elia Ayoub sits with Bill Fletcher Jr to talk about why downplaying authoritarianism is so dangerous, whether with regards to the upcoming US elections or even in organising spaces. We spoke about the US, Lebanon, Syria, Zimbabwe and more. Bill Fletcher Jr is a longtime USA-based labor and social justice activist who has worked for…
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Benyamin Poghosyan - Genocide Denial by the Armenian Government | Armenia Azerbaijan Talks | Iran Amidst Conflicts | Political Prisoners | Ep 324 - Apr 14, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - April 14, 2024 Topics: Genocide Denial by the Armenian Government Armenia Azerbaijan Talks Iran Amidst Conflicts Political Prisoners Guest: Benyamin Poghosyan - TW/@Benyamin_Poghos Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 324 | Recorded: April 16, 2024 Subscribe and follow us ever…
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OJ "RIP" and discuss his legacy. Break down J Cole's Diss and UFC 300 predictions. Who's taking shots?
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Send us a Text Message. Growing up with the nickname "The Juice" gave me a unique lens through which to view the rise and fall of OJ Simpson; a man who defines a complex chapter of American culture. In this heartfelt episode, we peel back the layers of his legacy, from gridiron glories to courtroom dramas, and explore how his saga intersects with i…
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Chechnya’s Culture Ministry said earlier this month that the Russian republic would issue restrictions on music slower than 80 bpm and faster than 116 bpm. At the time, the ministry stated that the Chechen Head Ramzan Kadyrov had instructed them to introduce the restrictions, however, last week, Kadyrov said that the restrictions were meant to be ‘…
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Baltimore Bridge Tragedy and Kendrick's Rap Impact with a Side of P Diddy Scandal
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Send us a Text Message. As the city of Baltimore grapples with the aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, our hearts go out to everyone affected by this catastrophe. Our latest episode takes you through the tangled maze of emotions and repercussions following this disaster, with a special focus on the community's resilience and the urg…
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Anna Karapetyan - Trilateral US-EU-Armenia Meeting | Talks with Azerbaijan | Relations with Russia in Free fall | Pashinyan Suppressing Artsakh Leadership | Ep 323 - Apr 7, 2024
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ANN Groong Week in Review - April 7, 2024 Topics: Trilateral US-EU-Armenia Meeting Talks with Azerbaijan Tavush: What has Pashinyan Promised Relations with Russia in Free Fall Pashinyan Suppressing Artsakh Leadership Guest: Anna Karapetyan - TW/@Karapetyan_Ann Hosts: Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevan Asbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriq Episode 323 | R…
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The ruling Georgian Dream party has reintroduced its controversial foreign agents law, a bill that the party was forced to abort after two nights of mass protests in the Georgian capital Tbilisi. The ruling party’s reintroduction of the bill was met with wide condemnation both domestically and internationally due to its similarity to legislation th…
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800k Cash to Gold Scam and DC Sniper show.
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Send us a Text Message. The gang talks about a 800k scam that took place in Leisure World. Then we talk about the DC sniper and the history.By eGogh, Ace Boogie, Marc 2Ray, A-Train and Swank
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