15 Best Middle East News Podcasts

1. The Take

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The Take is a daily interview-driven international news podcast hosted by award-winning journalist Malika Bilal. Each episode focuses on conversations with journalists and people directly impacted by the news of the day, offering our listeners the context necessary to understand what's in the headlines.With millions of global listens, it's clear the conversations we're having on The Take are worth hearing. And critics think so too. The show has won the Online Journalism Awards, the Signal Awards, Lovie Awards, and Anthem Awards, among others.MORE Host Malika Bilal
Producer/Network Al Jazeera English
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Doha, Ad Dawhah, Qatar
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 695Facebook 50.9KTwitter 22.1KInstagram 45K Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Israel News Talk Radio

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Israel News Talk Radio is Israel's premier online radio station for News & Talk programming in English. We provide a reliable, inside voice on what is happening on the ground in Israel and are committed to candid and straightforward reporting of Israeli news, events and current affairs.MORE Producer/Network Israel News Talk Radio
Email ****@drtovah.com
Location Jerusalem, Yerushalayim, Israel
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 224 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Since Apr 2020 Get Email Contact

3. Al Jazeera News Updates

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Three times per day, we bring you the news in under three minutes.
Producer/Network Al Jazeera English
Email ****@aljazeera.net
Location Doha, Ad Dawhah, Qatar
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 313Facebook 50.9KTwitter 22.1KInstagram 45K Avg Length 3 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

4. Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcast

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Daily highlights and exclusive interviews from Dubai's most informative news and business radio show. With a round-up of the day's most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter.Presented by Richard Dean & Brandy Scott.MORE Hosts Richard Dean, Brandy Scott
Producer/Network Dubai Eye 103.8
Email ****@dubaieye1038.ae
Location Dubai, Dubayy, United Arab Emirates
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 15Facebook 125.5KTwitter 18.4KInstagram 66.1K Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. ILTV Podcast

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The ILTV News Podcast brings you insightful conversations with Israel's most influential voices. Join us for deep dives into the issues shaping the nation—from politics to security, innovation, and culture. Hear directly from the people driving change and leading the way forward in Israel.MORE Producer/Network ILTV News
Email ****@iltv.tv
Location Israel
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 23 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Since Feb 2021 Get Email Contact

6. Business Extra

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As one of the world's most influential business hubs, the Middle East requires expert attention. Business Extra provides those experts, as well as news and insights from The National's esteemed team of business editors and reporters, who are on top of the markets, technology, the energy sector and more.MORE Host Cody Combs
Producer/Network The National News
Email ****@thenationalnews.com
Location Abu Dhabi, Abu Zaby, United Arab Emirates
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 13Facebook 1.9MInstagram 600.5K Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

7. Beyond the Headlines

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Dive deeper into the week's biggest stories from the Middle East and around the world with The National's multi-award-winning podcast, Beyond the Headlines — winner of two Signal Awards and the New York Festivals Radio and TV Awards. Nuances are often missed in day-to-day headlines. We go Beyond the Headlines by bringing together the voices of experts and those living the news to provide a clearer picture of the region's shifting political and social landscape.MORE Producer/Network The National News
Email ****@thenationalnews.com
Location Abu Dhabi, Abu Zaby, United Arab Emirates
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 24Facebook 1.9MTwitter 1.1MInstagram 600.5K Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Dubai Real Estate News For Investors

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Dubai Real Estate News For Investors is your go-to podcast for the latest insights, trends, and updates on the dynamic Dubai property market. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, we cover everything you need to know—from market forecasts and emerging opportunities to legal changes and expert advice. Tune in weekly to stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions in one of the world's most lucrative real estate markets. Perfect for anyone looking to maximize their investments in Dubai's ever-evolving real estate landscape...MORE Host Alessandro de Rubertis
Producer/Network Alessandro de Rubertis
Email ****@future.global
Location Dubai, Dubayy, United Arab Emirates
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Apple Reviews 6Instagram 2K Avg Length 2 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

9. أميال لأخبار الطيران

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بوابتك الأسبوعية لعالم الطيران، حيث نغطي أحدث أخبار الطيران التجاري بتحليلات معمقة من خبراء المجال. يقدمه محمد بازيد، وراكان العبيدMORE Hosts Mohammed Bazid, Rakan Al-Abeed
Producer/Network محمد بازيد & راكان العبيد
Email ****@hotmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 32 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. Arab News

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The Voice of a Changing Region. Established in 1975, Arab News is the Middle East's leading English language daily.www.arabnews.com
Hosts Brian Murgatroyd, Jon Pike, Subas Humagain
Producer/Network arabnews
Email ****@arabnews.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. Bahá'í World News Service (BWNS)

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Reporting on major developments and endeavors of the global Bahá'í community.
Producer/Network Bahá’í World News Service (BWNS)
Email ****@bahai.org
Location Haifa, Hefa, Israel
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 124Facebook 12.4KTwitter 16.5KInstagram 23.4K Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Since May 2017 Get Email Contact

12. أخبار الأمم المتحدة - منظور عالمي قصص إنسانية

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منظور عالمي قصص إنسانية
Producer/Network United Nations
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 56 Avg Length 6 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

13. Cardio Buzz

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A channel for cardiology news and updates.
Host Dr. Hussien Heshmat
Producer/Network Dr. Hussien Heshmat
Email ****@cordialclinic.org
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 31 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

14. Future Talk

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Robots, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet are the talk of the hour with Omnia Al Saleh & Hanny Balkis on 'Future Talk.' Catch the latest information on gadgets, science, and computer gaming devices weekdays from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Updating listeners with the latest tech news; the show will also help you make the best use of technology to improve your lifestyle.MORE Hosts Omnia Al Saleh, Hanny Balkis
Producer/Network Hanny Balkis & Omnia Al Saleh
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

15. IsraelAM: Israel News Summary

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Israel news summary
Host Arnie Singer
Producer/Network Arnie Singer
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Israel
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 3 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact