Pádraig Fitzpatrick
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Pádraig Fitzpatrick
@podrobgob.bsky.social
Podcaster, teacher and language lover with a keen interest in Palestine & Israel. Married with 4 kids and living in Belfast
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Eps.13: Prof. Mohammed S. Dajani Daoudi (Al-Wasatiyya)

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Episode 19: Dr John McMullen: Trauma, Resilience and Childhood in Conflict Zones

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Email: israelpalestineunpacked@gmail.com

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June 14, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Today’s episode explores the role of football in Israel & Palestine. Our guest discusses what drew them to this subject & shares surprising insights from their research. We dive into the origins of football, examining how it paralleled the development of political structures.
Eps 17: Nicholas Blincoe – The Beautiful Game: Football and National Identity in Israel and Palestine
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April 29, 2025 at 4:14 PM
In this episode of Israel & Palestine Unpacked, host Pádraig speaks with Shachar Erez, an Israeli Marriage and Family Therapist who also trains therapists and leads workshops on love, communication, and conflict.
April 7, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The podcast episode is now live for you to access. It is an interview with Dr Eleni Fotou, a forensic psychologist, on radicalisation and deradicalisation.

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March 22, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Eps.13: Prof. Mohammed S. Dajani Daoudi (Al-Wasatiyya)

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March 12, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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Zelenskyy flew to Washington and got a meeting with the Kremlin.

A day of national shame.
February 28, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Check out my latest podcast episode with the wonderful Jonny Clark of Corrymeela:

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February 20, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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A brilliant piece of diplomatic theatre today.

After Russian drones again violated Moldova’s airspace & exploded close to populated areas, the Russian ambassador was summoned to the Foreign Ministry.

As he entered the meeting, he was confronted with parts of the exploded drones.

(🎥 IPN, Moldova)
February 13, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Eps 9: Galit & Seema is live!

This is my podcast #Israel & #Palestine Unpacked. Click to listen to people's stories

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January 7, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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The Education Authority portal for Pre-school applications opens this Friday, 10th January. Link below.

From September, our Naíscoil will offer daily 4 hour sessions, 8.45am - 12.45pm, with school meals available, on Montgomery Road in east Belfast.

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January 8, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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The family of a Belfast man found dead in Spain have had an emotional homecoming
Homecoming for family of Belfast man found dead in Spain
The family of a Belfast man found dead in Spain have had an emotional homecoming. Billy George, whose son John, had been on holiday in Alicante when he went missing last month, said he would have stay...
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January 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Friday. What's everyone's plans for the weekend?
January 10, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Eps 9: Galit & Seema is live!

This is my podcast #Israel & #Palestine Unpacked. Click to listen to people's stories

Amazon Music music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/62c...

Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

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YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU76...
January 7, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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It’s an exciting time for Scoil na Seolta, the first Integrated School to teach through the medium of Irish, as our nursery school children get ready for the move to our new site later this month. Tá muid ar bís!
January 5, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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I stand by this.
January 4, 2025 at 12:54 AM
For anyone in Belfast who is interested in learning more about Hamas I am hosting a 6 week course in Stranmillis University College (Tuesday 14th January - Tuesday 18th February)

Navigating the Hamas-Israel Conflict: History, Ideology and Enduring Conflict

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CHH545 Navigating the HAMAS-Israel Conflict: History, Ideology and Enduring Conflict - Stranmillis University College
This course is designed to provide a foundational understanding for students with limited to no knowledge.
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January 1, 2025 at 5:03 PM
For anyone in Belfast who is interested in learning more about a Roots of Conflict: History of Palestine & Israel, I am hosting a 10 week course in Stranmillis University College (Wednesday 15th January - Wednesday 19th March)

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CHH525 Roots of Conflict: A History of Israel and Palestine Winter - Stranmillis University College
Together we will journey through history until the present day, examining the religious claims to the land, the events and people who have shaped culture and society as well as the political ideologie...
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January 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
A little bit of evening entertainment with the kids. #Christmas
December 14, 2024 at 8:33 PM
Hey, If you are interested in the stories and views of everyday people, please check it out:

Episode 8: Daniel & Musa

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Ep. 8 Daniel & Musa
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December 13, 2024 at 5:10 PM
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A homeless charity forced to shut its Belfast drop-in centre following an arson attack is once again offering its services to vulnerable people after being offered a site for a new “support hub”
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New home for Welcome Organisation charity forced to shut following arson attack
Charity that helps the homeless and those with addiction issues has moved to new temporary premises in Belfast city centre
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December 11, 2024 at 7:52 PM
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65% of voters in the exit poll say their living standards have improved or stayed the same.

This is a big part of the reason we are talking about a FF/FG government.
November 30, 2024 at 1:57 PM
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20% of second preference vote goes to FF and FG, with SF at 17%, Exit Poll suggests | Follow #Election24 live updates here rte.ie/b/1483674
November 29, 2024 at 10:28 PM
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#GE24 EXIT POLL
November 29, 2024 at 10:06 PM
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The assisted dying bill has passed. At last: a decent life can end in a decent death | Polly Toynbee
The assisted dying bill has passed. At last: a decent life can end in a decent death | Polly Toynbee
MPs had a chance to make a seismic change to ease the suffering of countless people. I’m so glad they took it Here it is at last, a landmark that will be an enduring symbol and the humane legacy of this Labour government. Parliament has finally caught up…
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November 29, 2024 at 4:10 PM
Fantastic achievement. It's been fantastic to watch the gradual development of the game.
Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley said his side fully deserved a draw after securing a famous point away to Rapid Vienna, a result which guarantees their progression to the knockout stage of the Conference League
Bradley hails Hoops players as knockouts beckon
Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley said his side fully deserved a draw after securing a famous point away to Rapid Vienna, a result which guarantees their progression to the knockout stage of the...
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November 29, 2024 at 1:02 PM