Ali Awad

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Ali Awad has been mentioned in one podcast episode on This American Life (Aug 2025). A resident of Tuba in Masafer Yatta whose story (school transport, settler harassment, sheep theft, car arson, arrest) exemplifies escalating settler pressure and insecurity.

Resident of Tuba (Masafer Yatta); community driver/protector (as depicted) at None (civilian; described as village protector/driver) specializing in Community logistics and emergency transport, Documentation of incidents (phone video), Local knowledge of settlements/outposts around Tuba.

Ali Awad at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardAug 2025 on This American Life
RoleResident of Tuba (Masafer Yatta); community driver/protector (as depicted)
AffiliationNone (civilian; described as village protector/driver)

Who talks about Ali Awad on podcasts?

Ira Glass brought up Ali Awad; the most recent mention was Aug 2025 on This American Life.