No more PKK but is Turkey still a democracy? with Dr. Howard Eissenstat

No more PKK but is Turkey still a democracy? with Dr. Howard Eissenstat

Is the Kurdistan Workers Party's (PKK) disbandment a turning point or just political theater? And what does it reveal about the state of democracy in Erdoğan’s Turkey? In this two-part episode, Hammi speaks with Dr. Howard Eissenstat, Associate Professor of Middle East History and expert on Turkish politics, to unpack two critical developments: the PKK’s historic move to disband after decades of armed resistance, and the accelerating erosion of democratic norms under Erdoğan’s rule. We break down what this means for Kurdish movements across Turkey, Syria, Iraq, and Iran—and what the future holds for protest, political participation, and basic freedoms in today’s Turkey. 👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more bold conversations on resistance, authoritarianism, and global justice.

Miko Peled--“What Gaza Needs Now Isn’t Humanitarian Aid. It’s Liberation.”

In this episode of Let’s Just Talk with Hammi, Israeli-born author and human rights activist Miko Peled joins the show to confront Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza and the political project behind it. We discuss the Israeli government’s explicit goal of ethnic cleansing, the failures of the international community, and the role of Western media in normalizing decades of occupation and apartheid. Peled shares his personal journey from growing up in a prominent Zionist family to becoming a leading voice for Palestinian liberation. We explore why a one-state solution rooted in justice and equal rights is the only viable path forward, and what the people of Gaza need beyond humanitarian aid.

Scott Horton | On U.S.--Israeli War on Iran--"there is no legitimate case for war"

Can Israel Strike Iran Alone? Scott Horton on Trump’s Foreign Policy. Is Trump dragging the U.S. closer to a war with Iran or holding the line? In this episode of Let’s Just Talk with Hammi, we mark more than 100 days into Donald Trump’s second term by zeroing in on rising tensions with Iran and Israel’s push for U.S. action. Veteran foreign policy analyst Scott Horton joins the show to unpack: 🇮🇷 Why Iran’s nuclear program remains a flashpoint 🇮🇱 Whether Israel can actually strike Iran without U.S. help 🛑 What would happen if Trump did greenlight a strike 💥 How Iran might retaliate and what it means for global oil stability 🕊️ Whether diplomacy like the JCPOA still has a chance We also break down the limits of Israeli airpower, the location and defenses of Iran’s Fordow and Natanz nuclear sites, and the geopolitical dynamics surrounding Iran-Russia-China alliance. If you care about war, peace, and what America does next, this conversation is a must-listen. 🎙Guest: Scott Horton — Director of the Libertarian Institute | Host of The Scott Horton Show 📺 Subscribe for more expert interviews on global conflict, U.S. policy, and power.

U.S.—China Trade War: Predicting The Future of The US Economy—With Mark Blyth

Donald Trump is more than 100 days into his second term, and the U.S.-China trade war is still on-going. In this episode of Let’s Just Talk, host Hammi is joined by Brown University political economist Dr. Mark Blyth to break down the high-stakes economic clash—examining the fallout from Trump’s sweeping tariffs, rising inflation, and what it all means for the global balance of power and everyday Americans. We explore: What Trump’s tariffs actually mean for American consumers and workers Whether U.S. manufacturing jobs can ever come back Is “decoupling” from China possible The rise of BRICS and China's strategy to challenge the U.S. dollar What Blyth said two years ago—and whether it still holds true today If you care about global economics, the future of American labor, or how trade wars impact your wallet, this is a must-listen. 🎧 Subscribe for deep, unscripted conversations with the world’s leading thinkers. 📚 Featuring: Dr. Mark Blyth, Brown University 📘 Upcoming Book: Inflation: A Guide for Users and Losers

"India is learning from Israel's Playbook" | Dr. Ammar Ali Jan

India and Pakistan on the Brink: Nuclear Powers, Kashmir Crisis, and Global Stakes Tensions between India and Pakistan are once again at a boiling point following a deadly attack in Kashmir that killed 26 civilians. In this in-depth interview, Dr. Ammar Ali Jan—historian, organizer, and General Secretary of the Haqooq-e-Khalq Party—joins Let’s Just Talk to break down what’s happening on the ground and what’s at stake for the region and the world. We cover: The April 22 Kashmir attack and the Resistance Front’s claim India’s unprecedented “Operation Sindoor” airstrikes on Pakistani territory The role of militant groups, nuclear escalation, and political strategy Modi’s hardline posture, Pakistan’s internal crisis, and the failure of diplomacy The regional and global power dynamics, including U.S. and Chinese involvement The colonial roots of the Kashmir conflict and the strategic future of South Asia This is a must-watch for anyone trying to understand the India-Pakistan conflict, Kashmir’s occupation, or how nationalism and militarism are reshaping the subcontinent in 2025. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for more independent political coverage and expert analysis.