Kalamista is a multilingual podcast where humans and AI co-create conversations exploring the roots and realities of human-generated extremism, conflict, and propaganda. Each episode blends expert insight with AI-powered analysis to challenge dominant narratives, foster cross-cultural understanding, and inspire critical reflection. This experimental podcast was developed as part of my PhD research into the potential and limitations of AI in self-directed deradicalization. All content has bee ...
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Jizya & Zakat: The Surprising Fiscal Systems of Islamic States and the "Tax Haven" Myth
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7:17Historical Islamic states developed sophisticated fiscal systems that were integral to their governance and societal structure. Among the most fundamental components of this system were Jizya and Zakat, two distinct forms of taxation with profound religious, economic, and social implications. While both contributed to the public treasury, known as …
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Unveiling Consequences: The Surprising Truth About Face Veil Bans and Social Impact
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5:44Legislation prohibiting face coverings, often colloquially termed ”burqa bans”, has become a pervasive global phenomenon, extending across Europe, Central Asia, Africa, and Asia. These policies are frequently justified by governments on grounds of public safety, secularism, cultural integration, and gender equality. However, a comprehensive examina…
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Hidden Voices: Unearthing Jewish Poetry and Life in Pre-Islamic Arabia
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5:17Pre-Islamic Arabic poetry, often revered as the ”Diwan of the Arabs,” served as the foundational record of their history, achievements, wisdom, and daily existence, encapsulating both spiritual and material dimensions. Its profound cultural significance stemmed from its role as a quasi-sacred text, compensating for the absence of a divinely reveale…
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Re-evaluating Early Jewish-Arab Conflicts in Pre-Islamic and Early Islamic Arabia
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6:55The historical trajectory of Jewish-Arab relations in the Arabian Peninsula, particularly during the pre-Islamic and early Islamic periods, is a subject often characterised by oversimplification and misinterpretation. This report undertakes a comprehensive academic analysis, drawing upon archaeological findings and early Islamic historiographical s…
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The "Haredi Benchmark": Rethinking Integration Standards for Muslim Communities In the West
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4:38This episode explores how the Western approach to Haredi (ultra-Orthodox Jewish) communal autonomy can inform more equitable policies toward non-Westernised Muslim communities, particularly Salafis.By ZADI.AI Ltd
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The AI Counter-Strike: Fighting Online Extremism with Generative Audio
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6:09The proliferation of extremist ideologies across digital platforms has created an urgent need for scalable counter-narrative strategies that can match the volume and sophistication of contemporary propaganda efforts. This episode examines the potential of artificial intelligence-generated podcasts and radio programs as transformative tools for coun…
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Iran, Israel, and the Bomb: Beyond the Existential Threat
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6:26In this urgent and timely episode, we delve into the escalating tensions surrounding Iran's nuclear program and the profound implications for regional and global security.By ZADI.AI Ltd
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