The Antony Loewenstein Podcast

As AI transforms politics, media, warfare and culture, journalist, author and filmmaker Antony Loewenstein examines the conversations that are too often missing from the mainstream debate. From questions around AI consciousness and creativity to the mass scraping of books, art and human knowledge by tech companies, he argues that the public is being asked to embrace a technology whose consequences remain largely unexamined.Loewenstein also explores the growing role of AI in warfare, surveillance and political power, asking who truly benefits from the AI revolution. Drawing connections between Silicon Valley billionaires, autonomous weapons, data centres, media boosterism and growing public distrust, he challenges the idea that AI's future is inevitable. Instead, he asks a more fundamental question: will AI serve humanity, or simply concentrate more power in the hands of the already powerful?Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.

In this special episode after the US mid-terms, Antony Loewenstein examines the Democratic wave, the collapse of support for the Trump administration, and why issues such as affordability, the war in Iran and America's relationship with Israel played a major role in shaping the result.Loewenstein explores what the election means for the future of US foreign policy, the growing debate over support for Israel, and the far-right backlash to an increasingly diverse American political landscape. Is this the beginning of a genuine political realignment, or will the establishment resist the demand for change?Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.

Antony Loewenstein and Antoun Issa dive into the Israeli election results, whether it matters who won, and Jillian Segal's latest attack on progressive Australia and human rights advocates.Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts...Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewenstein...

Antony Loewenstein examines the recent protests and unrest across Europe, challenging media narratives that blame immigration and Islam while ignoring deeper issues such as austerity, inequality, declining public services, climate anxiety, and economic insecurity. He explores how pro-Israel voices, right-wing commentators, and political actors are framing the unrest as a civilizational conflict between the West and Islam, and argues that these narratives are designed to shape public opinion in the wake of Israel's war in Gaza. Antony also looks at Europe's dependence on Israeli military technology, the rise of far-right movements across the continent, the legacy of the War on Terror, and why he believes growing social frustration is being exploited to push increasingly authoritarian and nationalist solutions.Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.

In this conversation, Antony Loewenstein speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and translator Benjamin Moser about his new book Anti-Zionism: A Jewish History. Moser reflects on his personal journey from liberal Zionism to anti-Zionism, the impact of visiting Palestine, and the historical figures featured in his book, including Hannah Arendt and Nan Goldin. The discussion explores the origins of Zionism, the legacy of Theodor Herzl, Jewish identity, antisemitism, the war in Gaza, and the growing global debate around Israel and Palestine. Moser also discusses the reception of his book, criticism from major media outlets, winning the Pulitzer Prize for his biography of Susan Sontag, and the moral and political questions facing Jewish communities today.Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.

Three years after October 7, Antony Loewenstein reflects on the attacks, the devastating consequences that followed, and the profound moral and political questions that continue to shape Israel, Palestine and the wider Middle East. From Gaza and the West Bank to Lebanon, Syria and Iran, he examines how the region has been transformed and what the lasting legacy of this conflict may be for years to come.Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.

Antony Loewenstein and Lem Zakharia examine Bondi Terror: The Tragedy, The Courage, The Aftermath by Sherri Markson and Alex Ryvchin. They discuss the book’s account of the Bondi attack, its portrayal of antisemitism, and its broader political arguments. The conversation explores competing narratives around Israel, Palestine, media influence, protest movements, and public discourse in Australia. They also reflect on free speech, independent journalism, and why stories like Bondi Terror continue to shape national debate.Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.

In this episode of The Antony Loewenstein Podcast, Antony Loewenstein speaks with Palestinian-Australian surgeon Dr. Bushra Othman, editor of The Weight of Witness: The Experiences of Australian and New Zealand Medics in Gaza. Drawing on her three medical missions to Gaza, Dr. Othman reflects on the realities faced by healthcare workers and civilians during the war, the challenges of delivering medical care under siege, and the responsibility of bearing witness to suffering and loss. The conversation explores the stories behind the book, the experiences of Australian and New Zealand medics on the ground, the importance of solidarity and advocacy, and the ongoing efforts to document the human impact of the conflict through firsthand testimony.Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.

In this episode of The Antony Loewenstein Podcast, Antony Loewenstein speaks with American-Pakistani journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed about his powerful new book Crossing the Red Line: Biden, Gaza, and Complicity. Drawing on extensive reporting and interviews with current and former U.S. officials, Ahmed examines the Biden administration’s response to the Gaza war, the political calculations behind Washington’s support for Israel, the treatment of Palestinian lives in U.S. policymaking, and the broader legacy of the post-9/11 era. The discussion explores media coverage, intelligence failures, accountability, shifting public opinion on Israel and Palestine, and what the Gaza crisis reveals about American power, foreign policy, and the future of international justice.Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.

Assal Rad joins Antony Loewenstein to discuss her new book, Don't Say Palestine: How the Media Manufactured Consent for Genocide, exploring how Western media narratives shape public understanding of Palestine, Gaza and Israel. From headline framing and propaganda to the legacy of the Iraq War and the collapse of trust in mainstream journalism, Rad examines the role of language, power and accountability in one of the defining political issues of our time.Ask me a question here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDJgrNigh0SvGaGaVIwBo4vePw12F1wv0IBGwAppKbD79s2g/viewform?pli=1Buy merch: https://antonyloewenstein.bandtshirts.com.au/Support independent journalism and donate: ⁠https://bit.ly/m/theantonyloewensteinpodcastProduced by Lena Helou and Lem Zakharia.