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Champion-Sheikh Manager: The Consequences of the Saudi's Newcastle Takeover

Champion-Sheikh Manager: The Consequences of the Saudi's Newcastle Takeover

FromThe New Arab Voice


Champion-Sheikh Manager: The Consequences of the Saudi's Newcastle Takeover

FromThe New Arab Voice

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Length:
32 minutes
Released:
Jan 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This week on The New Arab Voice, Rosie McCabe (@RosieMcCabe3) examines Saudi Arabia's takeover of football team Newcastle United and ask, why did Saudi Arabia decide to invest millions in a football club in the north of England? And what are the consequences of this deal? We also explore the role of the Saudi Public Investment Fund, and what Mohammed bin Salman hopes to achieve with it. And then, we speak with journalist Mariam Elsayeh (@mariamelsaieh) about the film Amira, whose sperm-smuggling storyline has spark anger and consternation among Palestinian activists. This podcast is produced by Hugo Goodridge (@hugogoodridge) and Rosie McCabe (@RosieMcCabe3). Music by Omar al-Fil (@elepheel). Other music by by Blue Dot SessionsTo get in touch with the producers, follow then tweet us at @TheNewArabVoice or email hugo.goodridge@alaraby.co.uk
Released:
Jan 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

A podcast from The New Arab, a leading English-language website based in London covering the Middle East, North Africa, Asia, and Arab and Muslim affairs around the world, bringing you news, culture, and lifestyle from these regions and beyond. Mirroring our diverse coverage, the podcast combines storytelling and news analysis to bring our listeners something familiar yet new. Visit our website for more quality journalism: thenewarab.co.uk