The National Archive: Recent Episodes
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Who were the real plunderers of the 18th and 19th centuries? Present-day historians say the vilification of the Qawasim expedited imperial dominance and subjugation. We look at the role of piracy in the formation of the Gulf states.
Mosab Abu Toha, who has never left Gaza, is passionate about books and believes they can help to connect the Palestinian territory’s isolated residents with the outside world. In the latest episode of Global Talk, Laura Mackenzie talks to the 25-year-old about the highs and lows of his journey to establish Gaza’s first English-language library.
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Sports editor Graham Caygill and online editor Jon Turner discuss what to expect from the upcoming 2017 Formula One season.
The eight-weight champion announced he will defend his WBO Welterweight belt against British challenger and former training partner Amir Khan. Reporter John McAuley has spoken to people in both camps. He talks to senior sports editor Steve Luckings about the likelihood of the fight being staged in the UAE and possible venues.
To mark UN Arabic Language Day, John Dennehy finds out how Anna Zacharias, a former journalist at The National, has been getting on at Arabic language school in Oman and what expatriates can do to improve their language skills.
It has been sixteen years since the battle for Grozny in Chechnya ended. In this episode, John Dennehy speaks to Brian Glyn Williams, a professor of Islamic history at the University of Massachusetts, about the lessons from that brutal conflict and what we can expect in Syria today
The polls didn't predict it but perhaps the United States – and the world – shouldn't have been so shocked. We talk to The National's former US corespondent, Taimur Khan, about the key questions surrounding Donald Trump’s victory: Why did the outsider candidate prove so popular with US voters? What does it say about American society? Were the signs of a Trump win always there? And could Hillary Clinton have done anything differently?
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Since the 2014 war with Israel, civilians have borne the burnt of the failed efforts to rebuild Gaza. Why is reconstruction so slow and who is gaining from the process? In this episode John Dennehy speaks to Antony Loewenstein, an independent journalist based in Jerusalem, about his recent trip to the enclave.
In the latest episode of Global Talk we talk to Florian Neuhof – who has been covering the Mosul offensive for The National – about how the campaign is progressing. Florian is based in Erbil, the capital of Iraq's autonomous Kurdish region, but has been making regular trips to the front line since the offensive was launched on October 17. #Iraq #Mosul #ISIL #ISIS #IS #IslamicState #Daesh #BattleForMosul #MosulOffensive #MosulOps #Kurds #peshmerga #Erbil #Irbil #news #politics #currentaffairs #podcast #GlobalTalk #MiddleEast
Donald Trump is infamous for his anti-Muslim rhetoric. But despite this, some American Muslims are still backing him in next month's US presidential election. The National's Laura Mackenzie talks to Saba Ahmed and Sajid Tarar about why they're supporting the Republican candidate.
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The motorway that ties the country together is now the subject of a book and film project from a Dubai think tank. In this week’s episode, John Dennehy speaks to Nick Leech, a feature writer at The National, about the road’s significance.
In the latest episode of the Global Talk podcast, we talk to our Middle East correspondent, Josh Wood, about the situation in the divided Syrian city of Aleppo. Opposition fighters recently broke through a weeks-long government siege of rebel-held parts of the city and both sides are now preparing for a showdown, as Josh puts it. But can either side really make that great an advance in the city? Josh answer this question and more. #Aleppo #Syria #BattleForAleppo #Assad #Nusra #JabhatAlNusra #JabhatFatahAlSham #currentaffairs #news #politics #war #podcast #GlobalTalk #UAE #TheNational
Auditions via Skype; instruments concealed in bags to avoid attack; and the shadow of war – the brave members of an Iraqi youth orchestra had much to overcome. In this episode, we chat to Paul MacAlindin, who became musical director of the National Youth Orchestra of Iraq and has written a book about the fraught but uplifting experience.
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The female stars of the Turkish music scene in the 1960s and 1970s offer a unique insight into the political and social challenges women faced. In this episode, John Dennehy speaks to Istanbul-based musicologist Kornelia Binicewicz about her Ladies on Records project which seeks to bring back to light these forgotten musicians.
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00:00: Yaz Gazeteci Yaz - Selda 01:24: Hakali Seker - Zerrin Zeren 02:48: Almanya Donosu - Zehra Shah 04:30: Sevdiğim Adam - Ajda Pekkan 07:04: Utan Utan - Selda
Kevin Jeffers and Jonathan Raymond try to collectively wrap their heads around Kevin Durant's NBA earth-shaking move from Oklahoma City to Golden State.
Music journalism: is it in crisis? John Dennehy talks to staff writers Adam Workman and Saeed Saeed about the trend towards listicles in music writing, along with the highs and lows of covering local gigs and reviewing albums here.
Recorded live in Abu Dhabi's Cinema at the Space, John Dennehy speaks to film curator Mohammad Khawaja, about the demise of the Abu Dhabi Film Festival and arthouse film in the UAE.
Following the death of Muhammad Ali, Steve Luckings and Jon Turner pay tribute to the legendary boxer. #Boxing #Ali
Jonathan Raymond and Kevin Jeffers give their observations ahead of the NBA Finals, which will re-match Stephen Curry and the champion Golden State Warriors with LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers.
The UAE National Pavilion at this year's Venice Biennale focuses on low-cost housing that transformed the lives of Emiratis - John Dennehy talks to Nick Leech, a feature writer at the National, about the sha'bi house.
A new type of psychedelic rock emerged out of the turmoil of the Nigerian Civil War. John Dennehy talks to Uchenna Ikonne, about how this music helped to heal the country.
Songs in order of playback:
Ballad of a Sad Young Woman - Wrinkar Experience In the Jungle (Instrumental) - The Hygrades Mother - Waves
Jonathan Raymond and Kevin Jeffers talk about whether anyone can pose a challenge to the Cleveland Cavaliers, where Kevin Durant should go in free-agency, and other goings-on in the NBA Playoffs.
Kevin Jeffers and Jonathan Raymond talk LeBron James' coming film project and their impressions from the second round of the NBA post-season.
Long before planners imagined its luxury hotels and quality museums, Saadiyat was a place to call home until the early 1990s. John Dennehy talks to Nick Leech, a feature writer at The National about this secret history.
In this week’s Global Talk podcast we talk to Zaid Khalid Mahmood, a 26-year-old from the Iraqi city of Mosul who was recently featured on the controversial Hot Migrants Instagram account. The account, which has since been deleted from Instagram, posted photos of young, male refugees it deemed handsome, taken as they made their way from war-zones to western Europe. But these photos revealed little about the people featured, what they had endured on their journeys to Europe and the lives they left behind. Zaid, whose city was captured by ISIL in June 2014, is now living in a refugee camp in Belgium. He shared his story with The National.
UPDATE: A day after this podcast was published Zaid received the news that he had been granted asylum by Belgium. This means he is now officially recognised as a refugee and can remain in the country on a permanent basis.
Our story on the Hot Migrants account: http://bit.ly/1pnk54N
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With top WWE stars Dean Ambrose, The Big Show, Dolph Ziggler and more coming to Dubai, resident wrestling nerds Graham Caygill and Kevin Jeffers discuss what fans can look forward to and touch on the current state of the product.
Jonathan Raymond and Jon Turner discuss the legacy Manny Pacquiao has earned in boxing before looking ahead to his final fight against Timothy Bradley.
Kumar Shyam breaks down the IPL landscape with Jonathan Raymond ahead of the start to the ninth season of the T20 tournament on Saturday.
Senior sports editor Kevin Jeffers and deputy sports editor Graham Caygill look forward to the WWE's biggest show of the year on Sunday in Texas, assess the card and make their predictions on who will be standing tall come the end of the night.
In this week's episode of Global Talk we discuss the eight-month-long war between the Turkish government and Kurdish militants that has displaced hundreds of thousands of people and killed hundreds of civilians.
Laura Mackenzie talks to The National’s Middle East correspondent, Josh Wood, about the current situation on the ground and increasing radicalisation amongst the civilians living there.
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Geoffrey Riddle and Jonathan Raymond discuss the storylines surrounding the world's richest night in horse racing as California Chrome goes for redemption at Meydan Racecourse.
Les Petits Chats were a cover band who rocked Cairo in the 1960s and 1970s. In this week’s episode, we speak to Sherif Nakhla, the director of a new rockumentary about the recently reformed group and why they symbolised a golden age in Egypt.
In this week’s episode we discuss what people can expect from the Pakistani showcase at the SXSW music festival in Texas with Adam Workman, a production journalist at The National, and the grave situation in Turkey following the raid on the Zaman newspaper with Joseph Dana, an opinion writer at The National.
To read Adam's piece on the festival, visit: http://www.thenational.ae/arts-life/the-review/from-hard-rock-to-sufi-poetry-pakistani-musicians-gear-up-for-showcase-at-sxsw-festival
For more information on the Pakistani band Overload, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/overload.riot/
Dolph Ziggler has been around WWE for a long time, and has no plans of leaving anytime soon. He talks with The National's Kevin Jeffers about his career, his Wrestlemania ambitions, his post-ring career and the WWE's upcoming tour of Dubai.
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Rumours are swirling that Mahmoud Abbas, the fading president of the Palestinian Authority, is to step down. With Hamas controlling the Gaza Strip and many viewing the PA as a tool of Israel, we talk to Opinion writer at The National Joseph Dana about who is really in charge in Palestine.
From pearls to rupees, the shared history between these two countries is a colourful – albeit little talked about – one. The National’s India correspondent, Samanth Subramanian, takes us back to the beginning... #UAE #India #history #bilateral #TheNational #rupee #currency #trade #politics #podcast #Asia #MiddleEast
Paul Radley also tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil how the Masters Champions League can be made sustainable. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
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In this week's episode we discuss Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed (Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces)'s recent trip to India. On the line from New Delhi to provide analysis is our India correspondent, Samanth Subramanian. #India #AbuDhabi #UAE #diplomacy #Modi #MohammedbinZayed #analysis #politics
From Afghanistan to Haiti, companies are making money from misery. We talk to Antony Loewenstein about his book that investigates this dirty business. You can read Antony's story about Disaster Capitalism for the National here http://www.thenational.ae/arts-life/the-review/the-long-read-how-america-failed-afghanistan
Ahead of the first grand slam of the year in Melbourne, Jon Turner and Graham Caygill discuss who they think will shine and who will flop at the event. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Shatila is known by most people around the world for one thing only: the horrific massacre that took place there in 1982. But in this week's episode we talk to Abu Moujahed, a longtime resident of the camp, to find out what life is like in Shatila today. #Lebanon #Shatila #Palestine #Palestinians #Beirut #refugees #Syria
Zohaib Kazi's Ismail Ka Urdu Sheher is a graphic novel and album about a scientist who is trying to resolve problems caused by experiments that have threatened the fabric of the universe. It is an ambitious musical project without precedent in Pakistan.
The Pakistan Super League Twenty20 competition will rejuvenate cricket in the country, boost the PCB's coffers and help innovate the game as a whole, Osman Samiuddin tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
in the 1960s and 1970s, a young generation of Indians took up their guitars and grew their hair long. The country would never be the same again.
Paul Radley and Jonathan Raymond discuss the upcoming 2015 edition of the Dubai Rugby Sevens tournament and the 2016 Olympics' impact on the new Sevens World Series season.
In the first episode of Crossroads, a podcast from The National’s Review section that offers a new perspective from the Middle East on books, music, politics and ideas: Central Asia finds itself hemmed in by languishing neighbours and cheap oil – while vital remittances are drying up as workers return home from Russia. Hosted by Jonathan Dennehy and produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan
Ahead of the first leg of the AFC Champions League final between Al Ahli and Guangzhou Evergrande in Dubai, John McAuley and Jon Turner discuss the UAE club's chances.
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Paul Freelend discusses results from Week 6 of the Arabian Gulf League, then previews Week 7 and Al Ahli's Asian Champions League final against Guangzhou Evergrande. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan) #AGLeague #GuangzhouEvergrande #AlAhli #ACL2015
As the Test series between Pakistan and England reaches its conclusion, Paul Radley and Jon Turner preview the match in Sharjah and hear Shane Warne's thoughts on Yasir Shah and Adil Rashid.
cricket #ShaneWarne #YasirShah #pakistan #England #Sharjah
Jonathan Raymond and RJ Mickelson discuss glamour clubs New York and Brooklyn, why it's been so hard for them to achieve respectability and what lies ahead in the 2015/16 NBA season.
John McAuley and Paul Freelend discuss Al Ahli's dramatic Asian Champions League semi-final victory over Al Hilal and what it means for the Arabian Gulf League, then look ahead to Week 6 of the AGL. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi) #AGLeague #AlHilal #AlAhli #ACL2015
In the latest Rugby World Cup podcast, Geoffrey Riddle joins Steve Luckings to look preview the semi-finals which will see Springboks wing Bryan Habana try to become the World Cup's all-time leading try scorer and J
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend examine the UAE's World Cup hopes after their loss in Jeddah, then preview Week 5 of the Arabian Gulf League and Al Ahli's Champions League semi-final against Al Hilal. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi) #AGLeague #UAE #Saudi #ACL2015 #2018WorldCup
Former Pakistan cricketer and UAE coach Aaqib Javed tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil the matured all-rounder's inclusion in the Test team for the series against England is a masterstroke in the short and long term. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
In the latest instalment of our Rugby World Cup series, Paul Radley joins Steve Luckings to discuss whether the under-fire coach will pay the ultimate price for England's failure in becoming the first hosts nation to fail to successfully navigate the pool stages at a World Cup.
Former Scotland scrum-half Rory Lawson joins Steve Luckings and Paul Radley for the latest installment of the Rugby World Cup series, with the former captain talking up the team's chances of making it three wins from three in Pool B.
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend look back on Week 4 in the Arabian Gulf League, preview Al Ahli's Champions League semi-final against Al Hilal, and ponder the UAE's chances of earning a point in Saudi Arabia. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi) #AGLeague #UAE #Saudi #ACL2015 #2018WorldCup
Journalist Chris Woods talks about how the US is still carrying out drone strikes in Yemen, despite an insurgency by Houthi rebels.
In the third of our Rugby World Cup series, Steve Luckings and Paul Radley analyse what effect Japan's heroic 34-32 win over the two-time World Cup winners South Africa can have on the rest of the tournament and how New Zealand will always find a way to win.
In this week's episode we talk to Mohammed Seedat, who has recently returned to the UK from Idomeni in Greece, where he was helping to distribute aid to refugees crossing over into Macedonia. He shares with us what he saw and the stories he heard. #Greece #Macedonia #podcast #refugeecrisis #migrantcrisis #refugees #migrants #Syria #Europe #EU #SyriaRelief #charity #aid
The National's Middle East Correspondent Josh Wood discusses his recent reporting trip to southeast Turkey where clashes between the military and PKK rebels are increasing.
In the second of our series on the Rugby World Cup, Steve Luckings speaks to UAE performance manager Roelof Kotze, a man who was instrumental in the development of young black players at Natal Sharks, on the problems South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer faces picking his squad. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan) #Rugby #UAE #RugbyWorldCup
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend look back on the UAE's World Cup qualifiers against Malaysia and Palestine, examine where they stand in Group A and look ahead to the return of the Arabian Gulf League and Asian Champions League. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan) #AGLeague #UAE #Palestine #ACL2015 #2018WorldCup
In the first of our series Steve Luckings and Paul Radley look ahead to the upcoming Rugby World Cup in England as the hosts look to fine-tune their starting line-up ahead of a daunting pool that also contains Australia and Wales in what has inevitably been dubbed "the Group of Death".
Jon Turner, Jon Raymond and Graham Caygill look forward to the final tennis grand slam event of 2015, analysing some of the intriguing first-round matches including Andy Murray v Nick Kyrgios, as well as who will have a disappointing time in New York.
In this week's #podcast, we discuss the recent – and unprecedented – wave of demonstrations in #Beirut that began with a rubbish crisis but have since become an outlet for frustration at years of government corruption and ineptness. With our #MiddleEast correspondent Josh Wood. #YouStink #garbagecrisis #trashcrisis #Lebanon
Amith Passela and Paul Freelend look back at Al Ahli's victories over Fujairah and Naft Tehran, review Week 1 of the AGL, and look forward to the UAE's World Cup qualifiers against Malaysia and Palestine. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi) #AGLeague #UAE #AlAhli #ACL2015 #2018WorldCup
Listen to chief columnist Faisal Al Yafai discuss modern terrorists and how today's technology empowers them, but also makes it more difficult to achieve the infamy of men such as Osama bin Laden.
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend review Al Ain's Super Cup win over Al Nasr and look at the scheduling confusion around the Arabian Gulf League, the Gulf Cup of Nations and World Cup qualifying. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi) #AGLeague #UAE #AlAin #AlNasr #2018WorldCup
On the line this week is The National's New Delhi correspondent, Samanth Subramanian, fresh from a rare face-to-face interview with Indian prime minister Narendra #Modi ahead of the leader's first ever visit to the #UAE.
A regional umbrella protecting GCC countries from Iran is a long-standing goal, but there are plenty of challenges to reaching it, says Taimur Khan.
John McAuley and Paul Freelend discuss the comings and goings of the AGL transfer window, including Jorge Valdivia, Ryan Babel, Denilson, Emmanuel Emenike, Jefferson Farfan and more. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi and Brian Kerrigan) #AGLeague #UAE #AlAin #AlAhli #AlJazira
This week we are joined by our correspondent in New York, Taimur Khan, to discuss what the #Iran agreement means for #Gulf countries and the wider #MiddleEast, as well as its likely impact on #US foreign policy. #nucleardeal
Wladimir van Wilgenburg, a Middle East analyst who focuses on Kurdish politics, talks to The National about the recent Kurdish gains in northern Syria.
Maryam Al Shamsi and Paul Freelend discuss Asamoah Gyan's surprise transfer to China, the future of Al Ain, Al Wahda's prospects under Javier Aguirre, and women's football in the UAE. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan) #AGLeague #UAE #AsamoahGyan #JavierAguirre
Graham Caygill, Jon Turner and Jon Raymond break down the events through the first week of the 2015 Wimbledon championship, including Rafael Nadal's abrupt demise, Serena Williams's brush with danger and the dominance of the top four seeds so far. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan
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Dr Leah Farrall, a former counterterrorism analyst and co-author of the book, The Arabs at War in #Afghanistan, talks to The National about what the Soviet-Afghan war and the emergence of the #Taliban, Al #Qaeda and other terrorist groups teaches about militancy in the Middle East today, and the impact that #ISIL’s rise has had on Al Qaeda.
Ahead of Wimbeldon 2015, Jon Tuner and Graham Caygill look at the leading contenders for the men's title and offer their predictions. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan
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John McAuley and Paul Freelend discuss the UAE's start to 2018 World Cup qualifying. Al Ahli's Asian Champions League draw, and the latest AGL transfer news. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan) #2018WorldCup #UAE
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Paul Radley and Chitrabhanu Kadalayil discuss the legacy of the former captain, who will be retiring from international cricket on Friday. #cricket #ICC #UAE
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The Kickabout podcast: Al Nasr surprise Al Ahli in President's Cup final – Episode 26 Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend discuss Al Nasr beating Al Ahli on penalties in the President's Cup final, how the teams stack up for next season, and the upcoming national team matches. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi)
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RJ Mickelson, Kevin Jeffers and Jonathan Raymond break down what they think are the keys to LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers taking on Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors for the NBA championship. #NBA #TheFinals #NBAFinals #GSW #GSWvsCLE
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The National’s Joseph Dana says more international attention will be focused on the plight of Palestinians.
John McAuley and Paul Freelend review Al Ahli and Al Ain's Asian Champions League round of 16 clash and look ahead to this weekend's President's Cup semi-finals. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
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Thousands of people are fleeing across the Gulf of Aden to the impoverished, but strategic East African country as fighting in Yemen continues, reporter Josh Wood reports.
Jon Turner and Paul Radley offer their thoughts on the news that UAE cricketers will be awarded central contracts, and discuss an action-packed summer which includes a trip to Ireland and the World T20 Qualifier.
Paul Freelend looks at the President's Cup quarter-finals, Al Ahli and Al Ain's clash in the Asian Champions League, and the UAE call-ups for World Cup qualifying. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Graham Caygill, Jon Turner and Jon Raymond analyse the ruling order of tennis ahead of the French Open as Novak Djokovic sits atop the throne, Andy Murray looks on the rise and Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer appear more and more mortal. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend discuss Al Ain's dominance, who will provide next season's title challenge, and the return of the President's Cup. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
As May 2 approaches, Jon Turner and Steve Luckings provide all the info you need to make plans to watch the super-fight in the UAE, discuss recent comments made by Oscar De La Hoya, and address the ongoing ticket saga.
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Kevin Jeffers and Jonathan Raymond examine the NBA play-offs, looking at whether the likes of LeBron's Cavaliers, the defending champion Spurs or peak-form Clippers have a good title shot relative to the Warriors.
Jon Turner and Steve Luckings, ahead of the May 2 fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao to determine the best fighter of their generation, debate who ranks as the best pound-for-pound fighter all-time. Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi.
Jon Turner and Steve Luckings engage in a verbal blow-for-blow debating whether Floyd Mayweather or Manny Pacquiao is more likely to win the May 2 superfight. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan
Amith Passela and Paul Freelend discuss Al Ahli's resurgence, Al Ain stumbling again with Asamoah Gyan out injured, and Week 22 in the Arabian Gulf League. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi)
Reporter Hakim Almasmari describes the impact of the Saudi Arabia-led bombing in Yemen and the goals of the Houthi rebels.
Paul Radley tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil 50-over cricket has been tweaked enough and, barring poor organisation by the ICC, the World Cup was a testament of its quality. (Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi)
John McAuley and Paul Freelend discuss the fallout from Al Ahli's victory over Al Ain in the Super Cup and how the rest of the season shapes up for these two rivals. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
Geoffrey Riddle tells Jonathan Raymond what to look out for on the world's richest night of horse racing, including a breakdown of the nine-horse, US$10 million Dubai World Cup itself.
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend discuss Al Ain and Al Ahli meeting in the long-delayed Super Cup and the impact Mirko Vucinic has made on Al Jazira and the Arabian Gulf League. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
John McAuley and Paul Freelend discuss Al Ain and Al Ahli going in opposite directions, their fortunes in the Asian Champions League, the Arabian Gulf League, and more. (Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi)
Graham Caygill and Jonathan Raymond examine the 2015 Formula One landscape before the season begins on Sunday at the Australian Grand Prix, including a likely repeat title for Lewis Hamilton.
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Paul Radley checks in from New Zealand to discuss what he's seen through group play at the 2015 Cricket World Cup, including Associate nations acquitting themselves nicely and a surging host nation.
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Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend discuss Al Ain beating Al Jazira on Sunday, their prospects for the rest of the season, the Asian Champions League, and more. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend discuss Omar Abdulrahman's contract extension with Al Ain and what it means for UAE football, the merits of Emiratis playing abroad, and who might be the first to make a full-time move to Europe. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
Jon Turner and Graham Caygill discuss matches to watch for in the opening rounds and predict who will come out on top at the end of the week.
Amith Passela and Paul Freelend look back at Al Wahda and Al Jazira tumbling out of the Asian Champions League play-offs, examine the draw for Al Ahli and Al Ain, and preview Week 17 of the AGL. (Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi)
Journalist Preethi Nallu explains the shortcomings of EU efforts to prevent migrants fleeing conflict in the Middle East.
Kumar Shyam brings you up to speed with the happenings from the cricket world on three fronts - the first week of the World Cup, interesting IPL auction purchases like Yuvraj Singh and the upcoming Indian board elections. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Paul Freelend expresses surprise at Al Wahda dismissing coach Jose Peseiro, examines the state of the UAE's Asian Champions League hopefuls, and discusses matters lower down the table. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
The National's New York correspondent Taimur Khan describes how difficult it would have been to rescue pilot Maaz Al Kassasbeh, who was captured during a mission and burned alive by the extremist group ISIL.
As the Cricket World Cup catches on, Kumar Shyam kickstarts a poll for predictions by speaking live to fellow staffers on the sports desk. We take a look at projected winners, semi-finalists and surprise packages, if any, among the 14 teams that will contest in Australia and New Zealand. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
Paul Freelend takes one final look at the 2015 Asian Cup, salutes Omar Abdulrahman and Ali Mabkhout for their efforts, and examines the build-up to Round 14 of the Arabian Gulf League. (Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi)
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend look back at the UAE's semi-final loss to Australia, ask whether this performance can be considered a success, and look ahead to 2018 World Cup qualifying. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi)
US president Barack Obama and India's prime minister Narendra Modi made a major breakthrough on a long-standing agreement, explains Samanth Subramanian.
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend look back at the UAE's fortunes during the group stage at the Asian Cup, break down their quarter-final clash against Japan, and examine results elsewhere in Australia. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
Pakistan has been gripped by a raging militant insurgency for more than a decade and has been ramping up its anti-terror campaign against militants, especially in the wake of the December 16 attack on a school in #Peshawar that killed 150 people - most of them children. The National's correspondent Taimur Khan who just returned from Karachi speaks about the security situation there.
Graham Caygill and Paul Freelend run down the UAE's excellent start to the Asian Cup, the triumphant return of Omar Abdulrahman, and the clash with Iran that will determine who wins Group C. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi)
Paul Radley talks to Jon Turner about the UAE’s preparations for the 2015 Cricket World Cup, the change in captaincy, and how the team can reach it’s targets of winning two games. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan
Jonathan Raymond and Kevin Jeffers discuss the surprising state of the NBA this season, what it takes to make a contender and who might emerge as NBA title challengers.
The National's Europe correspondent Colin Randall discusses how Europeans become radicalised and France's reaction to the Paris terror attacks.
Paul Freelend examines the state of the Arabian Gulf Cup and tucks into the Asian Cup, where Gulf teams are off to a difficult start and Omar Abdulrahman is poised to make a dramatic return for the UAE. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
The National's foreign correspondents Samanth Subramanian and Taimur Khan discuss the latest fighting between India and Pakistan and why the two countries are competing in Afghanistan.
Paul Oberjuerge and Jonathan Raymond discuss the events – from a Manchester City visit to a new pro cycling race in Abu Dhabi – to keep an eye out for in the UAE in 2015.
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend review the first half of the Arabian Gulf League season, assess who can challenge Al Ain for the title, and give their pick for the surprise of the season thus far. (Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi)
Paul Radley tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil UAE have the best squad to play in next year's flagship tournament despite unfortunate omissions of Shadeep Silva and Vikrant Shetty. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend discuss a resurgent Al Ain, consider the drama surrounding Al Ahli and coach Cosmin Olaroiu, and praise Kalba for earning their first victory of the season. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi).
Gary Meenaghan tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil the International Premier Tennis League can have a positive influence on the game at large, but it needs a few tweaks in its rules ahead of the next season. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
Paul Radley and Jonathan Raymond look back at what stories left an impression from Dubai Rugby Sevens 2014 and what the event means.
Paul Freelend looks back on the Gulf Cup and reviews the goings-on in the Arabian Gulf League, including Al Ahli's continuing struggles, Al Wahda's unbeaten streak and an upturn in fortunes for Al Wasl and Baniyas. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi)
Paul Radley tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil Phil Hughes' death is a tragedy and will impact cricket, but there should not be an overreaction. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
In our 51st podcast, Kumar Shyam speaks to accomplished golf writer Steve Elling about the DP World Tour Championship that concluded in Dubai, the golf scene in the UAE and what can be expected at the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
In our 50th Extra Time podcast, Aaron Gray speaks to Graham Caygill about an electrifying Formula One weekend at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and a second F1 world title for Lewis Hamilton.
John McAuley and Aaron Gray talk about World No 1 Rory McIllroy returning to action and the possibility of Henrik Stenson defending his 2013 title. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Jonathan Raymond speaks to Graham Caygill and Gary Meenaghan regarding what went into the creation of The National's special F1 magazine due to be out before the start of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend.
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend review the first two match days at the 22nd Gulf Cup of Nations, assess Omar Abdulrahman's revival against Kuwait and preview the UAE's Group B finale against Iraq. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Paul Radley tells Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil the world governing body's decision to reduce number of qualifiers is bad for cricket. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Graham Caygill, Gary Meenaghan and Jonathan Raymond discuss the dynamics that will be at play at November 23's Etihad Airlines Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where the Formula One drivers' title will be won.
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend review the fallout from the clash between Al Ahli and Al Ain, discuss Ismail Ahmed being an AFC Player of the Year nominee, and preview the 22nd Gulf Cup of Nations. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi)
What will the Republican takeover of the US Congress mean for Barack Obama's policies in the Middle East? The National's New York correspondent Taimur Khan explains.
Osman Samiuddin and Paul Radley tell Chitrabhanu Kadalayil Pakistan were exceptional in the UAE Tests, but Australia played just as badly. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Paul Radley tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil it will be tougher for the losing finalists to lift trophy next season. (Produced by Marwan Alhammadi)
Paul Freelend discusses the testy affair between Al Ahli and Al Ain, Al Wahda grinding out another victory, and the scoring exploits of Mirko Vucinic and Denis Stracqualursi. (Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi)
Glenn Maxwell could be picked for the Abu Dhabi Test, but Paul Radley tells Chitrabhanu Kadalayil an Australian turnaround against Pakistan is still next to impossible. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
John McAuley and Paul Freelend discuss Kalba sinking to the bottom of the Arabian Gulf League, Al Wahda and Al Ahli struggling away from home, and whether Al Shabab can claim the title of best team in Dubai. (Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi)
Paul Radley and Osman Samiuddin tell Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil the cricket test series in the UAE is one between two significantly weakened teams. (Produced by Marwan Al Hammadi)
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend discuss the UAE's struggles in their final friendlies before the Gulf Cup, the importance of Omar Abdulrahman, and Week 6 of the Arabian Gulf League. (Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi)
Graham Caygill and Aaron Gray discuss the unfortunate shadows cast on the Japanese Grand Prix and look ahead to the inaugural Russian Grand Prix. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan)
Paul Oberjuerge and Paul Freelend discuss Al Jazira's 4-3 win over Al Ain, table-topping Al Wahda, the UAE's upcoming friendlies and more.Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
The National's US correspondent Taimur Khan discusses the policies of Gulf countries towards extremism in the region and their relationship with Washington.
But Osman Samiuddin and Paul Radley tell Chitrabhanu Kadalayil why they back Australia to beat Pakistan in Sunday's Twenty20 match at Dubai (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan).
Paul Radley and Jonathan Raymond examine the state of the UAE Premiership, national team and Gulf rugby in general as the local season kicks into gear.
The National’s foreign correspondent Hugh Naylor speaks to us from Erbil, capital of Iraqi Kurdistan.
Paul Oberjuerge and Jonathan Raymond break down the upcoming UAE domestic football season, looking at whether anyone can catch title holders Al Ahli and examining Al Ain's Asian Champions League trophy hopes. Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi.
The National’s foreign correspondent Orlando Crowcroft paints a picture of what Gaza could be with a stable government and not blockaded by Israel.
John McAuley and Jonathan Raymond discuss Al Ain's run to the Asian Champions League semi-finals and assess what it will take for the Arabian Gulf League side to become continental title winners.
India’s prime minister Narendra Modi has been in office for 100 days. The National’s India correspondent Samanth Subramanian assesses his achievements.
For more on this story, visit http://www.thenational.ae/world/india/indias-modi-marks-first-100-days-in-office
Theodore Karasik, director of research and consultancy at the Dubai-based Institute for Near East and Gulf Military Analysis, discusses Iraq's tribes and the Islamic State.
Graham Caygill and Jonathan Raymond take a look at the opening weekend's matches in the English Premier League, examining the good first impressions (Chelsea) and the bad (Manchester United).
Hugh Naylor, a correspondent for The National, discusses the Palestinians joining the International Criminal Court and the path to a lasting ceasefire in Gaza.
Istanbul-based journalist Alex Christe-Miller discusses Turkey's upcoming presidential election.
Reporter Hugh Naylor speaks to Global Talk about the the challenges facing a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel.
Graham Caygill breaks down where the 2014 F1 season stands after the Hungarian Grand Prix, takes stock of the Nico Rosberg-Lewis Hamilton battle at the top of the drivers' standings and looks ahead to what could be an all-or-nothing showdown at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Paul Oberjuerge discusses with Aaron Gray the importance of Hamid Al Kamali becoming the first Emirati player to compete in a top-flight European football match. He also breaks down the AGL summer transfers. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan
Iran researcher Dina Esfandiary on the positive signs in the negotiations between Iran and the P5+1.
Four children were killed by Israel airstrikes in the Gaza Strip on July 16, Hugh Naylor reports from Gaza City.
Gary Meenaghan gives Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil a list of his top three games and teams in Brazil 2014. He also backs Fifa for giving the tournament a 9.25 rating.
John McAuley, our man in Brazil, describes the mood of a football-mad country after their team were thrashed in the semi-finals. He also tells Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil why he thinks the Germans will lift the cup. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Middle East expert Randa Slim describes the view of Iranian officials on the crisis in Iraq and Syria after a recent visit to Tehran
Iraqi-British analyst Aymenn Jawad Al Tamimi speaks to Global Talk about the declaration of a caliphate by the Islamic State and what it means for Iraq.
In a free-wheeling conversation with Jonathan Raymond, Gary Meenaghan describes his long stay in Brazil and what has excited him on and off the football pitch. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.)
In 60 Seconds from The National, Orlando Crowcroft describes the role football plays in the Palestinian resistance.
Journalist Yeganeh Salehi attended a demonstration in Tehran were Iraqis gathered to show support for the Shiite-led government in Baghdad.
Reporter Hugh Naylor reports on the takeover of large parts of Iraq by Islamist militants and their allies.
Gary Meenaghan, our man in Brazil, speaks to Aaron Gray about how Week 1 at the Fifa World Cup panned out, his expectations of the upcoming games and who he thinks will make it to the final. (Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan. Photograph: Daniel Garcia / AFP)
Talks with the Taliban and making peace? Faiysal AliKhan, a non-resident fellow at the New America Foundation, describes what's next for Afghanistan
Faiysal Alikhan, a non-resident fellow at the New America Foundation, describes the atmosphere during the presidential election in Kabul, Afghanistan on June 14.
Assorted members of The National Sports department give their predictions for winner, surprise and flop of the tournament at the 2014 Fifa World Cup. Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi.
John McAuley is not very optimistic about how the four Asian teams will perform in Brazil , his best prediction being Japan will get to the last 16, he tells Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil. (Iran slipped in the Fifa ranking from 37 to 43 since this recording). Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Gary Meenaghan, our man in Brazil, talks to Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil about how a football-crazy country is getting ready for the Fifa World Cup, which is only a week away. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
What are the differences between Syria's northern and southern fronts? Phil Sands reports from Lebanon.
Is the Al Assad regime going on the offensive in southern Syria? Phil Sands reports from Lebanon.
The National's Sport web editor, Jonathan Raymond, and reporter John McAuley discuss the major events of 2013/14 surrounding Arabian Gulf League clubs Al Ain, Al Ahli, Al Jazira, Al Wahda and Al Nasr and look ahead to next season in the Arabian Gulf League. Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi.
The National's web editor, Jonathan Raymond and senior sports editor, Graham Caygill talk football as the UAE's Arabian Gulf League, the English Premier League and the Spanish Primera Liga reach the business end of their respective seasons. Produced by Mohammed Al Neyadi.
With the first phase of the Indian Premier League proving to be a huge hit in the United Arab Emirates, The National's online sports editor Kumar Shyam speaks with staff writer Paul Radley on the impact the annual Twenty20 competition will have on the future of the sport in the country. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Does UAE's latest defeat to Singapore in the Asian Five Nations and their subsequent relegation to Division 2 spell doom for the sport in the country? Paul Radley is still cautiously optimistic that it is not the case. He speaks to The National's Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil about the past, present and future of UAE rugby. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Aaron Gray and the National's sports editor, Paul Oberjuerge discuss the Asian Champions League, local and international football and the opening of the Indian Premier League in the UAE. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
'UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi' gets underway in the UAE capital on Friday. Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil talks to senior sports editor Steve Luckings and sports wed editor Jonathan Raymond about the event, who could win and the popularity of Mixed Martial Arts – a largely controversial combat sport. Produced by Paul O'Driscoll and Mohammed Al Neyadi.
The National's senior sports editor, Graham Caygill and sports web editor, Jonathan Raymond break down the Uefa Champions League and the Asian Champions League as both continental competitions deal with knockout rounds. Produced by Mariam Al Nuaimi.
The Dubai World Cup – the richest horse racing event on the planet – is being held on March 29. Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil talks to The National's racing correspondent, Geoffrey Riddle about what to expect from the nine races on the cards, likely winners, best moments and favourite horse names. Produced by Paul O'Driscoll.
The first phase of the Indian Premier League – the world's richest cricket competition – is all set to be staged in the UAE next month. To find out why it is such a big deal to sports fans in the country, listen to Jonathan Raymond's chat with The National's senior sports editor, Graham Caygill. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
With less than a week to go before the ICC World Twenty20 2014 qualifying games begin in Bangladesh, the UAE team's average performance in the warm-up matches have been disappointing. Jonathan Raymond and Paul Radley discuss the UAE's chances and the outlook for other teams at the T20 tournament this year. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
With the start of the new Formula One season in two weeks time in Melbourne, Jonathan Raymond and Graham Caygill discuss the new rules that were recently introduced, what the future looks like for Red Bull Racing and who the leading drivers are this season. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Aaron Gray and The National's sports editor, Paul Oberjuerge discuss the latest in local sports starting with the Asian Champions League, the recent Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships and ending with the final game of the Emirates Hockey League Championships which takes place tonight in Abu Dhabi. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Jonathan Raymond and and The National's photo editor RJ Mickelson take stock of the powerful Western Conference, the disappointing New York City teams and the rest of the NBA as it hits the All-Star break and gears up for the second half. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil and The National's sports writer, Paul Radley discuss how the UAE will prepare for next year's cricket World Cup after earning qualification earlier this week ... and also whether qualification will turn cricket from a minority sport to a popular one in the Emirates. Produced by Mariam Al Nuaimi.
It was the first grass golf course in the Middle East back in 1988 and now the Emirates Golf Club will be hosting the 25th Omega Dubai Desert Classic that runs from January 27-February 2. Jonathan Raymond and Steve Elling discuss the history of the tournament and the key players at the game this year. Produced by Mariam Al Nuaimi.
Are India, England and Australia plotting a coup inside the International Cricket Council? In a manner of speaking. Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil and The National's sports writer, Osman Samiuddin talk about how certain proposals by the 'Big Three' are going to change the future of the game IF they are ratified in next week's quarterly meeting, to be held in Dubai. Produced by Mariam Al Nuaimi.
Jonathan Raymond and Paul Oberjuerge, The National sports editor, talk about the President’s Cup, Al Jazira's upheaval and everything else to expect from the Arabian Gulf League’s second half. Produced by Paul O’Driscoll.
Jonathan Raymond and The National's sports writer, Steve Elling talk golf; the motivation for players to come down for the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship from January 16-18 and the Dubai Desert Classic from January 27-February 2. Produced by Mariam Al Nuaimi.
Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil chats with The National's sports writer, Paul Radley on the UAE's chances of qualifying for next year's cricket World Cup. He also gets to the bottom of what ails the sport in the country. Produced by Paul O'Driscoll.
Happy New Year listeners! Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil and The National's sports editor, Paul Oberjuerge chat about the highlights in UAE sports over the past year and what fans can look forward to in 2014. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil and The National's sports writer, Steve Elling preview the three-day Mubadala World Tennis Championship, which starts on December 26 at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Jonathan Raymond chats with The National's deputy sports editor, Thomas Woods about the recent spate of managerial dismissals at the UAE's top football clubs. They also discuss the Fifa World Cup 2014 and the Uefa Champions League draw. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil chats with The National's assistant foreign editor, Richard Ferraris on his impressions of Nelson Mandela while growing up in South Africa, and how 'Madiba' used sport to bring a racially divided nation together. Produced by Paul O'Driscoll.
After a year of covering the sport in the UAE, The National's sports writer, Steve Elling gives Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil his impressions of the golf scene in the Middle East. And with the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship only a month away, he is excited about the possibility of watching Phil Mickelson playing in the capital. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil and The National's senior sports editor, Graham Caygill look back at an action-packed week in the UAE that includes golf, football and cricket. They also discuss what's in store at the Brazilian Formula One Grand Prix at the weekend. Produced by Paul O'Driscoll.
As Sachin Tendulkar gets ready to play in his 200th and final Test against West Indies in Mumbai on November 14, Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil and The National's sports writer, Osman Samiuddin look back at the great cricketer's career. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Jonathan Raymond and The National's senior sports editor, Graham Caygill look back at the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix and discuss what race fans can look forward to for the remainder of the 2013 season. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Jonathan Raymond and The National's senior sports editor, Graham Caygill on what to expect from the upcoming Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Jonathan Raymond speaks with The National's sports writer, Osman Samiuddin about the upcoming Pakistan v South Africa cricket Test series in the UAE. Produced by Paul O'Driscoll.
The National's deputy sports editor, Thomas Woods shares his thoughts with Jonathan Raymond about the Fifa World Cup 2014 qualifiers as well as the Under 17 World Cup, which will be held in the UAE. Produced by Deepthi Unnikrishnan.
Chitrabhanu R Kadalayil has a chat with The National's deputy sports editor, Thomas Woods on the UAE's chances at the Asian Cup football qualifiers and much more. Produced by Paul O'Driscoll and Deepthi Unnikrishnan.