The former Adelaide Writers' Week director sits down in a wide-ranging interview that covers the Holocaust, Zionism, the Royal Commission and her time as Edward Said's teaching assistant
It was a pleasure and a privilege to watch Antoun and Louise discuss these profound issues. I hold on to hope that common sense will prevail and the world’s free nations will unite to halt the genocidal onslaught in Gaza and the West Bank. The footage coming out of Palestine that we see daily is alarming. The wanton and wilful destruction being wreaked upon Palestinians is beyond understanding. Plowing up olive groves, barricades stopping families access food, settlers attacking families with impunity, water wells being disabled with concrete pours. I was born on 13 May 1948 and that date is practically synonymous with this ongoing horror. Hopefully, I will see a lasting resolution in favour of Palestinians before my death. Is that too much to ask?
That was one of the best and insightful interviews I have heard all year. Pity you could not have extended it to three hours. Thank you Antoun and Louise.
Louise is so gorgeous. Thank you for starting by asking her to speak about her past ... the context was so valuable. I met her once quite recently and forgot her first name so called her Ms Adler and she roared with laughter. An incredibly warm and clever woman. Will share this podcast and hope my friends get a better understanding of the importance of resistance.
Humanity first seems to have been the mantra that Louise's parents lived by... they must have been very proud of her as she's carried that mantra through her life admirably. An inspiring human being 👏🏻✊🫶
Antoun, your point about characterising people as victims was a good one. I think Louise might have been talking about historical atrocities when making her point about descendants here not really being victims, but I think you also made a valid point about inheriting trauma. For Palestinians and Lebanese in Australia today who’ve lost family members, homes, and also denied right of return (in case of Palestinians), I think they are directly impacted. For me, I feel the violence of what is being done to Lebanon but my grievance is predominantly with my own Government in Australia for continuing business with the perpetrator, failing to treat Palestinian and Lebanese as human beings under international law.
What a wonderful interview and discussion! Such clarity and intelligence. Heart warming and inspirational. ❤️🍉❤️🍉
It was a pleasure and a privilege to watch Antoun and Louise discuss these profound issues. I hold on to hope that common sense will prevail and the world’s free nations will unite to halt the genocidal onslaught in Gaza and the West Bank. The footage coming out of Palestine that we see daily is alarming. The wanton and wilful destruction being wreaked upon Palestinians is beyond understanding. Plowing up olive groves, barricades stopping families access food, settlers attacking families with impunity, water wells being disabled with concrete pours. I was born on 13 May 1948 and that date is practically synonymous with this ongoing horror. Hopefully, I will see a lasting resolution in favour of Palestinians before my death. Is that too much to ask?
That was one of the best and insightful interviews I have heard all year. Pity you could not have extended it to three hours. Thank you Antoun and Louise.
So wonderful thank you
Epic grace.
Louise is so gorgeous. Thank you for starting by asking her to speak about her past ... the context was so valuable. I met her once quite recently and forgot her first name so called her Ms Adler and she roared with laughter. An incredibly warm and clever woman. Will share this podcast and hope my friends get a better understanding of the importance of resistance.
Humanity first seems to have been the mantra that Louise's parents lived by... they must have been very proud of her as she's carried that mantra through her life admirably. An inspiring human being 👏🏻✊🫶
Fantastic interview
Expanding knowledge and a lot of food for thought
Antoun, your point about characterising people as victims was a good one. I think Louise might have been talking about historical atrocities when making her point about descendants here not really being victims, but I think you also made a valid point about inheriting trauma. For Palestinians and Lebanese in Australia today who’ve lost family members, homes, and also denied right of return (in case of Palestinians), I think they are directly impacted. For me, I feel the violence of what is being done to Lebanon but my grievance is predominantly with my own Government in Australia for continuing business with the perpetrator, failing to treat Palestinian and Lebanese as human beings under international law.
What an absolutely delightful chat. I love the beautiful chemistry between Louise and Antoun, and the intelligent insights from both. Thank you.
Excellent interview, thank you.
Just listened - absolutely wonderful interview. Grateful to be able to listen to you both.