In 2023, investigative journalist Antony Loewenstein published his book titled “The Palestine Laboratory: How Israel Exports the Technology of Occupation Around the World”. Building upon the book’s themes, Loewenstein launched a four-part podcast series of the same name in October 2024. The series delves into how the Palestinian territories have become a testing ground for advanced military and surveillance technologies, and how these technologies are exported worldwide, finding their way to regimes both authoritarian and democratic. 

Featuring in-depth analysis supported by firsthand accounts and expert interviews, the podcast unpacks critical questions: What does it mean to turn occupied territories into “laboratories” for innovation? How do these practices shape global power dynamics and the expanding reach of military and surveillance technologies? 

The podcast takes its audience on a journey to explore the intersection of technology, occupation, and geopolitics. It reveals how Israel’s military-industrial complex not only impacts the lives of Palestinians but also extends its influence across the globe. By situating Israel’s practices within a broader international landscape, the series challenges listeners to reflect on the implications and costs of the integration of modern technologies in the military domain.

Listen to the podcast’s first episode below, and explore the entire series on your favorite podcast platform.

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