A long shadow has hung over the FIFA World Cup in Qatar; appalling working conditions for migrant workers, suppression of gender and queer rights, and brazen economic and political corruption. This week we're joined by activist and video essayist Bes, to talk about how Qatar became the nation it is today. We chat about how past colonial interests and modern economic and political allegiances have supported Qatar's semi- monarchical society and impacted the workers and citizens in the Gulf region. Check out Bes’s video on Qatar and other content here  _________________________________________________________ Sunday Dispatch is recorded the lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their elders past and present. Sovereignty was never ceded, this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land. Graphic Design: Karina Aslikyan Intro Theme: Sophie Gordon Intro Music: Talk Talk – Ascension DaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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