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Actor Ramy Youssef was in 5th grade and living in New Jersey when the Twin Towers fell. His new Amazon Prime animated show, #1 Happy Family USA, draws on the experiences of his own Egyptian American family navigating Islamophobia after Sept. 11. Conan O'Brien was the recipient of this year's Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. David Bianculli reviews the Netflix special of the ceremony.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Actor Ramy Youssef was in 5th grade and living in New Jersey when the Twin Towers fell. His new Amazon Prime animated show, #1 Happy Family USA, draws on the experiences of his own Egyptian American family navigating Islamophobia after Sept. 11. Conan O'Brien was the recipient of this year's Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. David Bianculli reviews the Netflix special of the ceremony.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Tonight at 8:30pm ET/7:30 CT. Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq, commonly known as Abdullah Hashem, an Egyptian-American and the founder of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL). Abdullah Hashem claims to be the “living successor of the Prophet Muhammad, the "Mahdi", Jesus Christ, the Messiah", and the "successor to Simon Peter", the true and legitimate Pope.” The Messianic figure and self proclaimed redeemer of Islam who will come as an end-of-days ruler.Video Version Available at https://rumble.com/v6t7t7z-false-prophet-mahdi-messiah-or-anti-christ.html?mref=3j2hwn&mc=dxcv1Join Hosts and US Press Association Members David Paxton & JD Williams for insight you will not hear anywhere else as we present the Unfiltered, Uncensored, Truth America needs to know.We encourage everyone to not only SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE the video. But also DOWNLOAD it for future reference (especially if you are a nonbeliever). And ask all members of your family as well as your friends to do so as well.The "Last Christian" is Presented every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evening at 7:30pm Central across ALL Platforms with Scripture taken directly from the Word of God.For those wishing to learn more our Ministry, please visit (https://www.lastchristian.net)And we invite you to subscribe to our *NEW* Telegram Channel at https://t.me/lastchristian for News that not even the boldest Media Left or Right is brave enough to post.And as always we invite you to Subscribe to our Rumble Channel (https://www.rumble.com/user/KRRB1700REVELATIONRADIO) on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@lastchristianradioshowour) and our *NEW* Brighteon Channel at (https://www.brighteon.com/channels/lastchristian/home) for our unedited, uncensored, unfiltered, truthful news from around the Globe.

Tonight at 8:30pm ET/7:30 CT. Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq, commonly known as Abdullah Hashem, an Egyptian-American and the founder of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL). Abdullah Hashem claims to be the “living successor of the Prophet Muhammad, the "Mahdi", Jesus Christ, the Messiah", and the "successor to Simon Peter", the true and legitimate Pope.” The Messianic figure and self proclaimed redeemer of Islam who will come as an end-of-days ruler.Video Version Available at https://rumble.com/v6t7t7z-false-prophet-mahdi-messiah-or-anti-christ.html?mref=3j2hwn&mc=dxcv1Join Hosts and US Press Association Members David Paxton & JD Williams for insight you will not hear anywhere else as we present the Unfiltered, Uncensored, Truth America needs to know.We encourage everyone to not only SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE the video. But also DOWNLOAD it for future reference (especially if you are a nonbeliever). And ask all members of your family as well as your friends to do so as well.The "Last Christian" is Presented every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evening at 7:30pm Central across ALL Platforms with Scripture taken directly from the Word of God.For those wishing to learn more our Ministry, please visit (https://www.lastchristian.net)And we invite you to subscribe to our *NEW* Telegram Channel at https://t.me/lastchristian for News that not even the boldest Media Left or Right is brave enough to post.And as always we invite you to Subscribe to our Rumble Channel (https://www.rumble.com/user/KRRB1700REVELATIONRADIO) on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@lastchristianradioshowour) and our *NEW* Brighteon Channel at (https://www.brighteon.com/channels/lastchristian/home) for our unedited, uncensored, unfiltered, truthful news from around the Globe.

Before flexibility was a trending topic, Manar Sweillam Morales was already out here reimagining how we work—and more importantly, why we work the way we do.In this episode of Branding Room Only, I sit down with Manar, founder and CEO of the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance, to talk about building workplace cultures that actually work—for people and for business. Manar is a national thought leader, speaker, and now author of The Flexibility Paradigm, a powerful guide for leaders ready to evolve how they think about success, leadership, and work itself.This conversation is for anyone who's thinking about how they lead, how they show up, and how to build a brand and a workplace that centers both purpose and possibility.1:12 – Manar's definition of personal branding, how she describes herself, and the quotes and songs that hype her up4:31 – Growing up Egyptian-American and learning to define identity on her own terms7:35 – How Manar's personal need for workplace flexibility fueled her professional mission9:57 – What COVID exposed about flexibility, why it was never “new,” and how leaders need to evolve, not just adapt16:26 – Why human-centered leadership and psychological safety are critical to effective workplace culture22:22 – Flexibility as a driver of possibility—for employees, organizations, and communities25:01 – Flexibility as a shared responsibility, not a free-for-all29:10 – How to create a workplace culture where everyone has room to thrive32:01 – The real challenge: organizational resistance to change and innovation37:12 – How Manar leveraged her expertise to promote her book and expand her influence42:44 – Advice for aspiring authors: use your book to elevate your impact and brand45:09 – Key takeaways on branding, leadership, and defining success on your own terms48:26 – What Manar does for fun, the values she refuses to compromise, and what would draw a standing-room-only crowdMentioned In The Flexibility Advantage: Redefining Leadership and Culture with Manar Sweillam MoralesDiversity & Flexibility Alliance The Flexibility Paradigm: Humanizing the Workplace for Productivity, Profitability, and Possibility by Manar Sweillam MoralesHow Parenthood Shifts Your Personal Brand in the Workplace with Lori Mihalich-LevinCurated Resources from PaulaSign up for Paula's Upcoming WebinarsLearn More About Paula's Personal Branding Strategy Session OfferSponsor for this episodePGE Consulting Group LLC empowers individuals and organizations to lead with purpose, presence, and impact. Specializing in leadership development and personal branding, we offer keynotes, custom programming, consulting, and strategic advising—all designed to elevate influence and performance at every level.Founded and led by Paula Edgar, our work centers on practical strategies that enhance professional development, strengthen workplace culture, and drive meaningful, measurable change.To learn more about Paula and her services, go to www.paulaedgar.com or contact her at info@paulaedgar.com, and follow Paula Edgar and the PGE Consulting Group LLC on LinkedIn.

Mar is an Egyptian American woman and source dancer based in Los Angeles who founded Move And Radiate Inc. (M.A.R.). She created M.A.R. to provide a safe and non-judgmental space that steers away from competition & perfectionism. Mar's classes are a home away from home to many MENA women & a new home to women who are excited to embrace the Egyptian culture. Her work includes empowering & uplifting women from her community and abroad to step into their power, connect with their bodies & heal from within. Her deep passion for her vibrant culture inspires her to educate and build confidence amongst women through the art of belly dance. She aims to restore confidence, boldness, strength, and unity amongst women. M.A.R. is now a national & global name w/ students taking classes from all over the country & world. Mar's mission can be seen in & through her dance company. As Mar likes to say, “It's bigger than belly dance.” She strives to spread love & she welcomes all women into this space!In this episode you will learn about:- Stereotypes surrounding belly dance and resistance of MENA community to Mar's activities- Toxic competition vibe that exists in the belly dance industry- How to teach belly dance as a part of the cultural heritage- Tips on how to make your online students feel as if they take an in-person class- Healing power of belly dance beyond the practice space, empowering students to grow and thriveShow Notes to this episode:Find Mar on Instagram, and YouTube.Details and training materials for the BDE castings are available at www.JoinBDE.comFollow Iana on Instagram, FB, and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club.Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE.Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast

In this episode of Culturvator Conversations, and in light of Designer's Circle, Shahd Osman sits down with interior designer Alia El Tanani, the visionary co-founder of Living In Interiors and Don Tanani, to explore the art of designing spaces that tell stories.Alia El Tanani is an Egyptian-American interior designer and entrepreneur, renowned for her vibrant and eclectic design aesthetic. Born in Alexandria to an American mother and an Egyptian father, she pursued her passion for design by earning a Bachelor's degree from the Faculty of Fine Arts at Helwan University in Cairo. She further broadened her horizons by studying at Modesto College in San Francisco.Culturvator Conversations is a podcast by Art D'Égypte that dives into the dynamic world of art, culture, and creativity in the MENA region and beyond.

Last February, the Egyptian-American intellectual Hussein Aboubakr Mansour wrote an article in which he considered the possibility of a new idea of Palestinian nationalism. The IDF was destroying Hamas. The remnant of the Palestinian Authority's legitimacy and trust among the frustrated Palestinians—already weak—was decaying at an accelerated rate. The grotesque complicity of UNRWA in Hamas's crimes might yet deal enough of a blow to the international Palestine-human-rights complex that Mansour could allow himself to hope that the old idea of Palestine might be susceptible to being replaced by something different, something more constructive. A consequence of Hamas activating a series of events that led to war and defeat and destruction might also lead to an opportunity to re-found Palestinian nationalism on healthier foundations.   One year later, after watching Palestinians in Gaza cheering the remains of the Bibas children, murdered in Gaza and then kept as monstrous ransom, Mansour recently revised the possibility of a renewed Palestinian nationalism, and in light of all that has transpired, came to a different conclusion altogether.   Today, Hussein Aboubakr Mansour, a research fellow at the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism & Policy and contributor to Mosaic, joins Jonathan Silver to discuss his essay, “Why There Should Not Be a Palestine,” published on his Substack, the Abrahamic Critique and Digest.

Ali Choucri is an Egyptian-American finance and real estate professional based in Massachusetts, specializing in senior housing acquisitions and developments across Greater Boston. A key contributor at Cougar Capital, he focuses on capital raising, marketing, and investor relations. His first major deal as a Warrior was acquiring a 196-unit senior housing facility in Long Island at a deep discount, aligning with his strategy of targeting distressed properties with low occupancy and financial challenges. Ali holds a BA in English from Seattle University and an MBA from Northeastern University.   Here's some of the topics we covered:   From Egypt Living To Real Estate In Boston Transferring From Real Estate To Senior Living Ali's Hidden Superpower For Success 196 Unit Senior Assisted Living In Upstate New York The States Ali Likes To Operate In Finding Distressed Assets and Improving Them Why Ali Shifted From Real Estate To Senior Living  Good and Bad Decisions In The Senior Living Sector What Causes Distress In Senior Living Assets Why Ali Joined Rod's Warrior Group   If you'd like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we'll be speaking soon.   For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com  

Rusha Latif is an Egyptian-American researcher and author based in the San Fransisco Bay Area. In episode 44 of Tahrir Podcast, we discussed her book, “Tahrir's Youth: Leaders of a Leaderless Revolution,” (American University in Cairo Press, 2022) which explores the role of the Revolutionary Youth Coalition (RYC) in the 2011 Egyptian revolution. Rusha challenges the prevailing narrative that the revolution was spontaneous and leaderless, offering a compelling ethnographic study that highlights the organizational strategies and leadership dynamics within the RYC. The book delves into the personal and political stories of key youth leaders, examining how their diverse backgrounds and shared commitment shaped the revolutionary movement in Tahrir Square. Through their experiences, Latif provides critical insights into the potential of horizontal leadership and participatory democracy in revolutionary organizing. Tahrir's Youth not only preserves the voices of Egypt's youth revolutionaries but also offers lessons for future movements around the world, especially in understanding the complexities of leadership and the limits of grassroots mobilization.Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tOBCbOXe7m0Rusha's book: https://aucpress.com/9781649030207/Streaming everywhere! https://linktr.ee/TahrirPodcastReach out! TahrirPodcast@gmail.comSupport us on Patreon for as low as $2 per month ($20 per year)! https://www.patreon.com/TahrirPodcast

The World's #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!  Today's episode is sponsored by Ken Rusk, if you're ready to get UNSTUCK check out the links below: https://courses.kenrusk.com/ https://www.kenrusk.com/ In today's episode we have the pleasure to interview Maha Abouelenein, author of “7 Rules of Self-Reliance: How to Stay Low, Keep Moving, Invest in Yourself, and Own Your Future” Maha leads a global communications consulting firm Digital & Savvy that spans the USA, Dubai and Egypt. She is also a keynote speaker, CEO and Founder, and Author. Maha has over 30 years of PR experience working with global corporate giants, high growth tech startups, top governments and high profile thought leaders.  Companies like Google and Netflix and people like Gary Vee and Deepak Chopra just to name a few! Maha believes self-reliance is the ultimate superpower, and she is excited to share these lessons with the world. Maha grew up as an Egyptian-American in Minnesota during the '80s, she often felt like she was living in two worlds. Fitting in was challenging, but over time, she realized her unique identity was her greatest strength. Surrounded by books and news, she dreamed of bridging the gap between East and West. In this episode, you'll learn about the why creating value for others makes you valuable yourself, why you should do free work to increase your network and net worth, the importance of creating value with no expectation of getting something back, what she learned from working with people like Gary Vee and Deepak Chopra, the power of investing in relationships no matter the cost, how mindfulness keeps you steady in storms, why hustle culture is out and value culture is in, and the first steps to becoming self-reliant. We hope enjoy this  incredible conversation with Maha To learn more about Maha and buy her book follow the links below: The Book: https://a.co/d/0PWTiSX Website: https://www.mahaabouelenein.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mahagaber/ https://twitter.com/mahagaber https://www.tiktok.com/@maha.gaber https://www.linkedin.com/in/maha-abouelenein ________________________________________________ Join the world's largest non-fiction Book community! https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/ The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers) If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

Join us, as we explore the incredible journey of Rana El Kaliouby, PhD, a trailblazing Egyptian-American entrepreneur and co-founder of BlueTip Ventures. Discover how her time at MIT's Media Lab ignited her passion for entrepreneurship, leading to the creation of Affectiva, a leader in emotion AI technology. Rana shares her candid experiences, from humorous financial jargon misunderstandings to her transformative work in using emotion AI for autism support, mental health diagnostics, and enhancing automotive safety. Her story is a testament to the power of blending emotional intelligence with technology to create meaningful human-centered innovations.Transitioning to leadership wasn't without its hurdles for Rana, and we delve into the internal struggles entrepreneurs often face, such as overcoming self-doubt. She provides insights into how mentorship and a shift in mindset helped her navigate these challenges, paving the way for the creation of a venture fund dedicated to human-centric AI. Our discussion highlights the dual nature of AI, emphasizing its potential to solve global issues and the responsibility of using it ethically. We stress the importance of raising AI literacy to ensure a safe and promising future.We also shine a light on pioneering companies like Happy Pillar and SynthPop, which are redefining healthcare with AI innovations. Happy Pillar uses AI to support mental health for families, while SynthPop revolutionizes healthcare operations with automated insurance processes. As we look to the future, the potential of AI agents as collaborative partners comes into focus. I share personal anecdotes, including my mother's influence as a pioneering computer programmer, and offer advice to aspiring AI entrepreneurs on building a competitive edge and investing in self-care. Don't miss the chance to connect with Rana and tune into "Pioneers of AI" for more groundbreaking insights.Please visit www.internationalfacilitatorsorganization.com to learn more about Mo Fathelbab and International Facilitators Organization (IFO), a leading provider of facilitators and related group facilitation services, providing training, certification, marketing services, education, and community for peer group facilitators at all stages of their career.

All music used with permission by Todd Marcus Quintet. Privacy - Marcus Soltice - Marcus Last Call at Dimitris - MacDonald Glisten - Marcus Everyone comes to jazz in their own way and growing up for me, that pathway to jazz came via the clarinet, bass clarinet and alto clarinet which I will not be playing for you on today's show. So when Todd Marcus and Virginia MacDonald made an appearance on our stage, it was a must attend for me. And they didn't disappoint.   Todd Marcus' straight-ahead bass clarinet playing has carved out a unique voice for the instrument in modern jazz. His music swings hard with both a fiery and introspective intensity but also maintains a strong lyrical sensibility. Marcus' compositions draw largely on straight-ahead jazz and classical influences but over recent years have also increasingly explored the Middle-Eastern sounds from his Egyptian-American heritage.    But wait, there's more! Todd is joined by Toronto based clarinetist Virginia MacDonald. A lauded clarinetist in her own right, Virginia has performed and composed on over a dozen Juno Award winning albums and helps lead the Canadian Jazz Collective.   Featuring Eric Kennedy on Drums, Steven Arnold on Bass, Hannah Mayer on Piano, Virginia MacDonald on Clarinet and Todd Marcus on Bass Clarinet, from July 12th, 2023, it's the Todd Marcus Quintet featuring Virginia MacDonald – Live at the Bop Stop. Live at the Bop Stop is made possible by The Music Settlement – serving Northeast Ohio by offering music instruction, music therapy, and early childhood education since 1912. The Music Settlement's mission is to welcome all to our music and arts community to learn, create, inspire, and heal.   This program is recorded at the Robert Conrad Studios at the Bop Stop in Cleveland, Ohio, and the studios of WBWC FM on the campus of Baldwin-Wallace University in Berea, Ohio. Additional production at the Bop Stop is provided by Graham Rosen. Technical editing for the program is provided by Dr. Pete Naegele, Shawn Gilbert, and Darren Thompson through Gilazar Media.   The executive producer and writer is Daniel Peck, with additional consulting production on behalf of The Music Settlement by Bryan Kennard.   For extended versions of all of our shows, our Live at the Bop Stop podcast can be found on your favorite podcast app or visit our website at www.themusicsettlement.org and click the Bop Stop link.   To reach out directly, email liveatthebopstop@gmail.com. I'm Daniel Peck. Join me again next time... Live at the Bop Stop. Want to Support The Bop Stop?  Donate here!   Contact us here

In this engaging episode of Expat-ations 

*) Israeli opposition parties agree to oust Netanyahu amid Gaza war Chairman of the Democrats Yair Golan has called on leaders of opposition parties to convene an emergency meeting to discuss the removal of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government. Golan said in a recorded message posted to his X account that “the complete lack of public trust in the government and decisions made solely based on political considerations compel ... to rise to the occasion”. In response to Golan's message, Israeli opposition leader and ex-PM Yair Lapid said they will continue to work with all parts of the opposition “until the disaster government that is destroying the country is overthrown”. *) Harris seeks to win over Arab American voters with high-profile hire Kamala Harris' campaign for US presidential bid has hired an Egyptian American lawyer and former Department of Homeland Security official to help lead outreach to Arab American voters. Brenda Abdelall would be tasked with shoring up support from the community angered with unwavering US support for Israel's war in Gaza. Arab American voters hold sway in some states that could help decide the November 5 election. *) France charges Telegram's Pavel Durov over alleged criminal use of app France has formally charged Pavel Durov, the founder and chief of Telegram, with a litany of violations related to the messaging app. The charges concern alleged crimes involving an organised group including “complicity in the administration of an online platform to enable an illicit transaction”. Russian-born Durov was arrested at Le Bourget airport outside Paris late Saturday and questioned in subsequent days under arrest by investigators. *) Allies' fear of escalation major roadblock to end Russian offensive: Kiev Ukraine's top diplomat has said that the biggest problem faced by Kiev as it battles Russia is that its allies are afraid of approving new policies to support Ukraine out of a fear of escalation. Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba's remarks came a day after Moscow said the West was “playing with fire” by considering allowing Kiev to strike deep into Russia. More than two and a half years since Russia's full-scale assault, Kiev is pushing the West to give it long-range weapons — and the authorization — to strike targets deep inside Russian territory. *) Sweden to prosecute two men over Quran burnings Swedish prosecutors have said they would put two men on trial for setting fire to the Quran in a series of incidents last year that prompted outrage in the Muslim world. The Swedish Prosecution Authority said the two men committed “offences of agitation against an ethnic or national group” on four separate occasions when burning a copy of Islam's holy book outside a mosque and in other public places. Sweden's domestic security service raised its terrorism alert level as a result of the burnings, while neighbouring Denmark, which also saw a spate of Quran burnings, tightened its legislation to outlaw the practice.

Nedda Lewers is the Egyptian-American author of Daughters of the Lamp and its sequel, Children of the Wind. These books tell the story of a a 12-year-old Egyptian-American girl who discovers her family's secret legacy as the keepers of Ali Baba's treasure. Nedda discusses her journey as a writer, the experience of having a mentor, and the excitement of getting a book deal.From the publisher: Percy Jackson meets Arabian fairy tales in this epic middle grade fantasy series about a girl who becomes the keeper of Ali Baba's treasure.I love audiobooks! If you do, too, consider switching to Libro.fm. For the same price as other major audiobook providers, you can find all your favorites as well as curated lists of audiobooks written by or recommended by guests of the Middle Grade Matters podcast. Click here to learn more! Consider buying your books from the Middle Grade Matters Bookshop, where proceeds support this podcast as well as independent bookstores everywhere. For bonus content and info on upcoming episodes, subscribe to the Middle Grade Matters newsletter here: Newsletter, and follow Middle Grade Matters on Instagram and Twitter.If you're enjoying this podcast, please be sure to follow us and please leave us a review.

Witnessing the war in Gaza can make us feel hopeless and like there's nothing we can do. Dr. Peter Makari (he/him), a Global Relations Minister for the Middle East and Europe, shares with us today a message of hope, justice, and peace. He offers important background information in relationships in the Middle East and lifts up voices of Palestinian partners who are on the ground doing important work. Peter reminds us to recall Jesus' message of "who is my neighbor" and how that neighbor is not just the person next door, but our global neighbor as well. This is an important conversation and we hope it encourages you to utilize the links below to continue learning and connecting, and turning hope into action.About PeterDr. Peter E. Makari (he/him), PhD, serves as Global Relations Minister for the Middle East and Europe with the Common Global Ministries Board of the United Church of Christ and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), a position he has held since July 1, 2000.He serves on the National Council of Churches' Interreligious Convening Table, of which he is a co-convener, and has been an active participant in national Jewish-Christian and Muslim-Christian dialogue initiatives.  He represents the UCC and Disciples on the Faith Forum for Middle East Policy, of which he is a co-convener, and on the board of Churches for Middle East Peace.  He also represents the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) on the Steering and Executive Committees of the Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign.An Egyptian-American, Peter has lived in the Middle East, where he worked with the Coptic Evangelical Organization for Social Services (CEOSS) in Cairo, Egypt (1991-1994), and then with the Middle East Council of Churches, based in Limassol, Cyprus (1997-2000). Peter earned an M.A. in Middle East Studies from the American University in Cairo (1993) and a Ph.D. in Politics and Middle East Studies from New York University (2003).  He is the author of Conflict and Cooperation: Christian-Muslim Relations in Contemporary Egypt (Syracuse University Press, 2007).Peter is a member of West Park United Church of Christ in Cleveland, OH.Important Links to Learn MoreGlobal Ministries' Middle East and Europe Homepage: https://www.globalministries.org/regions/mee/Resources, including recommended reading (under “Bookshelf”): https://www.globalministries.org/resource/mee_resources_index/Our UCC and Disciples response page to the current crisis in the Middle East: https://www.globalministries.org/the-disciples-and-ucc-address-the-crisis-in-the-middle-east/Connect with us!Sign up to receive a little Gospel in your inbox every Monday Morning with our weekly devotional.Check out our website for various resources - including devotionals, journaling prompts, and even curriculumGet some Lady Preacher Podcast swag!Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook

Navigating the complex landscape of global health requires not only expertise but also the insights of those who've walked the path from local origins to international influence. Maged, an Egyptian-American luminary in public health policy, joins us to share his transformative journey from a pharmacy graduate in Cairo to a key player in worldwide health initiatives. His vibrant heritage and professional metamorphosis underscore the critical role of cultural understanding and community engagement in crafting healthcare systems that truly make a difference.Our conversation with Maged illuminates the often-overlooked importance of clear public health messaging and the empowering ripple effect of health literacy. We grapple with the challenges of harmonizing healthcare expenditure with tangible outcomes, a dilemma faced by OECD nations and beyond. Maged's role at FHI 360 brings into focus the delicate balance between global health directives and the indispensable value of localized, culturally-sensitive policies—offering a candid look at the interplay of education, public health, and societal advancement.Wrapping up the dialogue, we confront the daunting global challenges that impinge on our collective well-being, from the confidentiality conundrums in data sharing to the promise of AI and telemedicine in closing health disparity gaps. Maged's perspective on the broader implications of our localized actions, particularly in the battle against climate change, serves as a poignant reminder of our shared responsibility in fostering a healthier, more equitable planet. Join us for an inspiring session that bridges continents and communities, reminding us that the health of one is indeed intertwined with the health of all. Support the Show.

E& UAE sets new record with world's fastest 5G speed, Cristiano Ronaldo invests in Egyptian American tech founder's company, Emirates Group posts record $5.1BN profit, up 71% from last year, Dubai & Doha among world's top 5 luxurious airports, and influencer Hadia Ghaleb is facing backlash for her swimsuit collection

Summary Angie Gad (LinkedIn, Website) joined Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss her career in intelligence analysis. Angie is a first-generation Egyptian-American.  What You'll Learn Intelligence The role of state fusion centers to national intelligence How counterterrorism analysis evolved after 9/11 The connections between ISIS and Far Right Extremists The mental health implications of counterterrorism  Reflections The importance of diversity of thought and experience Personal identity in professional life And much, much more … Quotes of the Week “I think that's what drives me as an analyst. I love to understand why extremists do what they do, what leads them, what are the motivators and the driving force behind their actions and their thoughts and their radicalization.” – Angie Gad. Resources  SURFACE SKIM *SpyCasts* Telling Americans About China (and Intelligence) with Sara Castro (2024) The Eye of Horus: Egyptian Intelligence with Dina Rezk (2023) Leader, Lecturer, Analyzer, Nerd with Jorhena Thomas (2023) The Counterterrorism and Counter WMD Strategist with Dexter Ingram (2022) *Beginner Resources* What Is Counterterrorism? National Museum of American Diplomacy, YouTube (2023) [5 min. video] What is Intelligence Analysis and Why is It So Important? National American University (2020) [Short article] Role of Fusion Centers, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (n.d.) [Short brief]  DEEPER DIVE Books Compassionate Counterterrorism: The Power of Inclusion In Fighting Fundamentalism, L. Al Olaimy (Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2019)  Black Flags: Rise of ISIS, J. Warrick (Doubleday, 2015) Reducing Uncertainty: Intelligence Analysis & National Security, T. Fingar (SUP, 2011) Primary Sources  United States of America v. Ammon BUNDY, Jon RITZHEIMER, Joseph O'SHAUGHNESSY, Ryan PAYNE, Ryan BUNDY, Brian CAVALIER, Shawna COX, Peter SANTILLI (2016) National Criminal Intelligence Sharing Plan (2013)  Progress Made and Work Remaining in Implementing Homeland Security Missions 10 Years after 9/11 (2011) Empowering Local Partners to Prevent Violent Extremism in the United States (2011)  9/11 Commission Report (2004)  Targets of Suspicion: The Impact of Post-9/11 Policies on Muslims, Arabs and South Asians in the United States (2004) American Psyche Reeling From Terror Attacks (2001) *Wildcard Resource* The Rosetta Stone was originally found in the Nile Delta of Egypt in 1799. The priceless piece of human linguistic history has been on display at the British Museum since 1802.  The question of the potential repatriation of the Rosetta Stone back to Egypt is one of the most highly discussed topics in the museum field today. Read more about the Egyptian campaign to reclaim their ancient artifacts here.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bassem Youssef is an Egyptian-American comedian and television host, often dubbed 'the Jon Stewart of the Arab world'. Bassem has been an outspoken pro-Palestine voice in recent months, and has made some high-profile appearances on Piers Morgan's show. Check out Bassem's website here: https://www.bassemyoussef.xyz/ Go to https://givesendgo.com and raise money for anything important to you. Check out Barro's campaign here: https://www.givesendgo.com/barro SPONSOR: https://GETSUPERBEETS.COM Use Promo Code: TRIG to get a free 30-day supply + 15% off your first order Join our Premium Membership for early access, extended and ad-free content: https://triggernometry.supercast.com OR Support TRIGGERnometry Here: Bitcoin: bc1qm6vvhduc6s3rvy8u76sllmrfpynfv94qw8p8d5 Music by: Music by: Xentric | info@xentricapc.com | https://www.xentricapc.com/ YouTube: @xentricapc Buy Merch Here: https://www.triggerpod.co.uk/shop/ Advertise on TRIGGERnometry: marketing@triggerpod.co.uk Join the Mailing List: https://www.triggerpod.co.uk/#mailinglist Find TRIGGERnometry on Social Media: https://twitter.com/triggerpod https://www.facebook.com/triggerpod/ https://www.instagram.com/triggerpod/ About TRIGGERnometry: Stand-up comedians Konstantin Kisin (@konstantinkisin) and Francis Foster (@francisjfoster) make sense of politics, economics, free speech, AI, drug policy and WW3 with the help of presidential advisors, renowned economists, award-winning journalists, controversial writers, leading scientists and notorious comedians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pop Art Painter Jamie Roxx (www.JamieRoxx.us) welcomes Michael Isaak, (Indie Folk) to the Show!  (Click to go there) ● WEB: www.michaelisaak.us ● IG: @michaelisaakk ● TK: @michaelisaaktunes ● YT: @michaelisaaktunes ● SC: @michaelisaak Los Angeles singer-songwriter Michael Isaak fuses dreamy indie pop with intimate acoustic folk on his journey through a world that is ever-changing and tragically beautiful. The former Princeton neuroscience student draws audiences into his deepest cerebral spaces, showcasing music as a profound tool for healing. As a first-generation Egyptian-American, Michael offers an ethnic twist to his genre, having grown up on Arabic music. He learned to play piano and ukulele from an early age and later taught himself how to play guitar and use digital audio workstations, receiving his first production credit at 15. Taking inspiration from artists like Phoebe Bridgers and Sufjan Stevens, he went on to put out his first single “Don't Like Being Lonely” in 2022. Since then, Michael has grossed nearly 100,000 streams across platforms. He headlined his first show at The Hotel Cafe in December 2022, and has played on some of LA's most iconic stages including The Whisky A Go Go. ● Media Inquiries: Rachel Rossen Associate Director of Publicity TREND: PR, Branding, and Social Media www.trendpr.com

Bassem Youssef is an Egyptian-American comedian & satirist, referred to as the Jon Stewart of the Arab World. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: - AG1: https://drinkag1.com/lex to get 1 month supply of fish oil - Shopify: https://shopify.com/lex to get $1 per month trial - Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/lex to get special savings - LMNT: https://drinkLMNT.com/lex to get free sample pack EPISODE LINKS: Bassem's X: https://x.com/Byoussef Bassem's Instagram: https://instagram.com/bassem Bassem's Facebook: https://facebook.com/bassemyousseftv Bassem's Website: https://bassemyoussef.xyz PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://lexfridman.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lwqZIr Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2nEwCF8 RSS: https://lexfridman.com/feed/podcast/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://youtube.com/lexfridman YouTube Clips: https://youtube.com/lexclips SUPPORT & CONNECT: - Check out the sponsors above, it's the best way to support this podcast - Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lexfridman - Twitter: https://twitter.com/lexfridman - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexfridman - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexfridman - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lexfridman - Medium: https://medium.com/@lexfridman OUTLINE: Here's the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Introduction (06:30) - Oct 7 (36:59) - Two-state solution (52:37) - Holocaust (1:00:24) - 1948 (1:09:17) - Egypt (1:23:39) - Jon Stewart (1:25:51) - Going viral during the Arab Spring (1:49:55) - Arabic vs English (2:02:18) - Sam Harris and Jihad (2:07:25) - Religion (2:26:37) - TikTok (2:31:10) - Joe Rogan (2:33:07) - Joe Biden (2:37:33) - Putin (2:39:21) - War (2:44:17) - Hope

Egyptian American satirist and comedian Bassem Youssef was once known as “The Jon Stewart of Egypt,” after gaining notoriety for his criticism of the government during the 2011 Egyptian revolution. But it wasn't long before the doctor-turned-comedian was forced to leave his home country and start over in the United States.  Ten years later, as he ends the U.S. leg of a world tour for his new stand up show, he's gained a whole new crowd of supporters and critics — not for his comedy, but for his biting critique of U.S. policy in Gaza.  In this episode, Youssef sits down with host Kai Wright to tell the story of his turbulent ride as a political satirist in both the U.S. and Egypt — and the pressures he faced to be the voice of a movement.  Plus, we open our listener mailbag and get your responses to some of our recent shows.   Tell us what you think. We're @noteswithkai on Instagram and X (Twitter). Email us at notes@wnyc.org. Send us a voice message by recording yourself on your phone and emailing us, or record one here. Notes from America airs live on Sundays at 6 p.m. ET. The podcast episodes are lightly edited from our live broadcasts.

This month observant Muslims around the world are fasting in observance of Ramadan. Jasmine El Shear is an Egyptian-American school counselor in the Gulf, advising Emirati students in navigating an American school system. She joined...

Picture in the Sand by Peter Blauner https://amzn.to/3JeZeLP "On rare occasions I read a book that reminds me of why I fell in love with storytelling in the first place. This is such a book." ―Stephen King Peter Blauner's epic Picture in the Sand is a sweeping intergenerational saga told through a grandfather's passionate letters to his grandson, passing on the story of his political rebellion in 1950s Egypt in order to save his grandson's life in a post-9/11 world. When Alex Hassan gets accepted to an Ivy League university, his middle-class Egyptian-American family is filled with pride and excitement. But that joy turns to shock when they discover that he's run off to the Middle East to join a holy war instead. When he refuses to communicate with everyone else, his loving grandfather Ali emails him one last plea. If Alex will stay in touch, his grandfather will share with Alex – and only Alex – a manuscript containing the secret story of his own life that he's kept hidden from his family, until now. It's the tale of his romantic and heartbreaking past rooted in Hollywood and the post-revolutionary Egypt of the 1950s, when young Ali was a movie fanatic who attained a dream job working for the legendary director Cecil B. DeMille on the set of his epic film, The Ten Commandments. But Ali's vision of a golden future as an American movie mogul gets upended when he is unwittingly caught up in a web of politics, espionage, and real-life events that change the course of history. It's a narrative he's told no one for more than a half-century. But now he's forced to unearth the past to save a young man who's about to make the same tragic mistakes he made so long ago.About the author Peter Blauner is the author of eight novels, including SLOW MOTION RIOT, winner of an Edgar Allan Poe award for best first novel from Mystery Writers of America, and THE INTRUDER, a New York Times bestseller. He began his career as a journalist for New York magazine in the 1980s - covering crime, politics, and other kinds of bad behavior - and segued into writing fiction in the 1990s. His short fiction has been anthologized in BEST AMERICAN MYSTERY STORIES and on NPR's SELECTED SHORTS FROM SYMPHONY SPACE. In recent years, he has also written for several television shows, including Law & Order: SVU and the CBS series, Blue Bloods. His newest novel is SUNRISE HIGHWAY, published in September 2018, by Minotaur/St. Martin's Press. He lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. with his wife, author Peg Tyre.

This weekend, comedian Ramy Youssef released a powerful and personal new HBO special, More Feelings. To commemorate the one-year anniversary of our first talk, we begin with a phone call with Ramy (5:35). Then, we dive into our talk from 2023, discussing the third season of his Hulu show Ramy (32:59), a timely scene from the show (35:46), and the questions that shaped it (39:37). Then, we walk through his coming of age as a first-generation Egyptian-American in New Jersey (42:28), his early forays into film (47:07), and the sketch inspired by his life-altering Bell's palsy diagnosis (48:25). On the back-half, we discuss Youssef's television debut in the sitcom See Dad Run (59:00), how he found his “essence” as a performer (1:00:54), and the politics of his stand-up comedy (1:03:50). To close, he describes the influences behind Ramy, from The Carmichael Show to Curb Your Enthusiasm (1:08:25), a philosophy that guides his work (1:14:58), and the future of the series (1:21:36). For questions, comments, or to join our mailing list, reach me at sf@talkeasypod.com. This conversation was recorded at Spotify Studios in Los Angeles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Reading with Your Kids podcast features conversations with several authors about their children's books and the topics of reading, imagination, cultural identity, and mental health. Nedda Lewers discussed her middle grade fantasy novel "Daughters of the Lamp," which follows a 12-year-old Egyptian American girl discovering her family's magical legacy. Christina Pellegrino shared her picture book "Buster and the Brain Bully," inspired by her therapy dog work and addressing issues like anxiety in children. Other segments focused on the power of children's imaginations and how technology has changed their experiences. Speakers discussed representing diverse cultures and navigating identities between two worlds. Co-reading books was highlighted as an opportunity for in-depth family conversations. Therapy dog Foster was described bringing comfort to hospital patients. His handler overcame their own mental health struggles by helping others through their work.  Author Christine Ricci McNamee joined from East Boston to discuss her Logan series about a magic bone-wielding dog. Libraries were celebrated as social spaces beyond screens that foster creativity and community. Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com 

In this episode, Dr. Mona introduces the podcast, sharing her family's journey to the U.S. and her experience growing up as an Egyptian American in the rural South. This led her to reclaim the inevitable question “What ARE you?” to asking herself "Who am I?" and explore connection in various forms as a theater kid: 1. Self: Theater freed her to explore and understand herself better. 2. Interpersonal: Theater fostered close friendships and unconditional support. 3. Community: Theater provided a sense of community belonging through shared purpose. 4. Something Bigger: Theater allowed them to connect with an audience beyond themselves. These experiences shaped her understanding of the four types of belonging based on connection in four life areas: (1) with ourselves, (2) within impersonal relationships, (3) in communities, and (4) with larger systems. Dr. Mona's mental health research shows that belonging encompasses being seen, embraced, and celebrated, and how integrating those components to the four life areas impacts identity and sense of belonging. The four types of belonging are self, interpersonal, community, universal. This podcast explores how the four types of belonging shape human experiences. Listeners will hear a wide array of stories, experiences of belonging gaps, and how they impact identities. Topics will include belonging in various contexts, such as relationships, family, career, various identities, and more. Dr. Mona invites listeners to join her every Thursday as she and guests explore these themes. 0:09 - Dr. Mona introduces the podcast and shares her family background. 1:48 - The negative aspects of growing up in a small town with brown skin. 3:20 - Her feeling of belonging in theater and the four types of connection. 6:23 - Dr. Mona explains how she ended up in the mental health world and her research. 8:04 - What she hopes for all of her listeners. 9:40 - Example of how belonging gaps can impact our identity. Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: https://drmonanour.com/podcast Connect with Dr. Mona Nour.: https://drmonanour.com/

When photographer Sarah Sharaf-Eldien contacted me about discussing her new book, Mālama Maui, which showcases the island and the musicians who play there, I knew I had to have her on. Especially since 100% of the profits from the book will be donated to the Maui United Way Fire Disaster Relief Fund. After a chance meeting, Sarah landed a music photography job most photographers would consider a dream, working alongside Mick Fleetwood, legendary drummer of the band Fleetwood Mac. This led to Sarah working closely with not only local music artists but internationally acclaimed music superstars as well.  It only seemed natural to her to use the photos from that time in her life to help with the relief effort in some way. "The word 'Mālama' in the Hawaiian language means 'to serve, honor, protect, and care for.' The wildfires' heartbreaking devastation left hundreds of families displaced, countless businesses destroyed, and a tragic toll of lives lost. It is my hope that the photographs I've presented in Mālama Maui will preserve treasured memories, celebrate moments of magic, and cherish a sense of community that perseveres even in the face of adversity," says Sharaf-Eldien. "To the Ohana of Maui who have lost this historical part of their homeland, I wish Ka Lā Hiki Ola – the dawning of a new day. I sincerely hope that the funds raised from the sales of my book will contribute to the families and individuals who need our support, and will assist in the preservation and rebuilding efforts of Maui and Lahaina." Episode Promos Manscaped - Save 20% and get free shipping with code NERDYPHOTO at https://manscaped.com Siteground Website Hosting Services - https://nerdyphotographer.com/recommends/siteground Elementor WordPress Website Builder - https://nerdyphotographer.com/recommends/elementor Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Subscribe to the podcast! Tell your friends about the podcast Follow on Instagram - https://instagram.com/thenerdyphoto Follow on Threads - https://threads.net/@thenerdyphoto Follow in Tiktok - https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphoto Get some Nerdy Photographer merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/nerdy-photographer If you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page - https://nerdyphotographer.com/support-nerdy-photographer/ ABOUT SARAH SHARAF-ELDIEN: Sarah Sharaf-Eldien (pronounced ‘Sheriff el-Deen') is an Egyptian-American portrait photographer who has worked closely with some of the most sought after musicians of our time. She began working in a fashion photography studio in Sydney, Australia, and transitioned into the world of music photography while shooting for legendary Fleetwood Mac drummer Mick Fleetwood on the island of Maui, Hawai'i. Her book, Mālama Maui, was published in December 2023 by Genius Book Publishing. The new book chronicles numerous musicians performing at Fleetwood's on Front Street in Maui, between 2016-17. Profits from the sale of the new book will be donated to the Maui United Way/Fire Disaster Relief Fun. While working in Maui, she also photographed iconic music photographer Henry Diltz at The Morrison Hotel Gallery, influencing her perception of portrait photography as an art of storytelling. Her timeless images of musicians and celebrities to entrepreneurs and everyday people, capture intimate soulful moments that reveal the subtle genuine beauty within. Sarah is currently based in Alexandria, Virginia, and travels with her two mini-pin chihuahua rescues, Ava and Julian. Website: https://www.1144studios.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1144studios/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/1144studios LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-sharaf-eldien Studio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/11-44-studios/ ABOUT GENIUS BOOK PUBLISHING: Genius Book Publishing, based in Milwaukee, WI, was founded by Steven and Leya Booth, both avid readers. The company was launched in 2011 and, to date, has published over 60 titles in genres ranging from horror to mystery-thrillers to true crime stories. The Genius catalogue also includes traditional print coffee table books about music, photography, and history. Website: https://geniusbookpublishing.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeniusBookPublishing X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GeniusBooks Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/geniusbooks/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/genius-publishing/about/ About The Podcast The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is written and produced by Casey Fatchett. Casey is a professional photographer in the New York City / Northern New Jersey with more than 20 years of experience. He just wants to help people and make them laugh. You can view Casey's wedding work at https://fatchett.com or his non-wedding work at https://caseyfatchettphotography.com 

Mohamed Abo-Basha is a second year dental student at Oklahoma University College of Dentistry and works with Alan Mead producing the Very Dental Student Podcast.  Russell and Mo talk for an hour about Mo's journey to dentistry as a first generation Egyptian-American and his experiences through dental school.  It is kinda funny how things haven't changed in dental school since forever.   

Exploring the specificities of a diaspora while also calling upon ancestral experiences is just one of the many threads Maha Ahmed weaves through her poetry. Like many members of diasporic communities, Maha's experiences as an Egyptian American do not always resemble the grossly generalized “immigrant story.” We had the opportunity to chat with Maha about writing herself out of this pigeonhole, as well as how she experiences life as a student, scholar, and poet.She received her MFA at the University of Oregon, and is now a literature and creative writing PhD candidate at the University of Houston (Go Coogs!). She specializes in colonial Egypt, Arab-American diasporic literature, and Arabic to English translation. We talked with her about Rusted Radishes, a Beirut-based literary magazine, and the big-city-but-small-world way she was offered the position as its poetry editor. We dive deep into the US-centric and profoundly skewed notion that immigrants' stories only matter once they land on US soil. It is exactly for that reason, Maha insists, people of the diaspora can acknowledge ancestral ties to a place even when it may feel uncomfortable to do so with a hyphenated or dual identity. Honorable Mentions: Rusted RadishesArs Poetica, published in The Recluse, Issue 17Professor Tim Mazurek Audio by Bloomsday Literary in partnership with the official 2023 AWP Conference & Bookfair

Egyptian-American astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance shares how she boldly carved out a place in the field of astrophysics, grounding herself in a lifelong love of the stars to face life's inevitable challenges and embrace the unknown.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (11/28/2023): 3:05pm- The Associated Press writes that there has been a concerning “surge in respiratory illnesses across China that has drawn the attention of the World Health Organization.” China's health ministry has claimed the uptick “is caused by the flu and other known pathogens and not by a novel virus.” You can read more here: https://www.politico.com/news/2023/11/26/china-respiratory-illnesses-cause-flu-pathogens-00128637 3:20pm- According to a report from Emily Joshua of The Daily Mail, the United Nations Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) is “expected to call on Western countries, including the U.S., to drastically reduce meat consumption to combat climate change” during its climate change conference in Dubai starting later this week. You can read more here: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12800019/meat-consumption-climate-change-global-emissions.html 3:40pm- Chico Harlan, of The Washington Post, documents that although the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is hosting the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) later this week, they are simultaneously “ramping up its oil production capacity like never before.” You can read the full article here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2023/11/21/uae-dubai-cop28-oil-solar/ 3:50pm- The sports blog Deadspin wrongfully accused a young Kansas City Chiefs fan of wearing blackface during the Chiefs-Raiders game on Sunday—angling the photo to only show half of the child's face and failing note that the face paint was black and red, the team's colors. The social media platform X added a Community Notes correction to Deadspin's original, inaccurate, post. Even Elon Musk felt compelled to set the record straight, praising Community Notes for “exposing deception.” 4:05pm- During an unhinged rant at the 2023 Gotham Awards, Robert DeNiro bizarrely used his acceptance speech to slam Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. 4:10pm- In an interview with Norah O'Donnell on CBS Evening News, retiring Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) said he would be happy to support any Republican candidate for president in 2024 aside from Donald Trump or Vivek Ramaswamy. 4:20pm- On Sunday, Kristen Welker and the Meet the Press panel featuring Symone Sanders and Brendan Buck suggested that Ron DeSantis should end his campaign for president in order to clear a path for Nikki Haley. 4:30pm- In a video that has now gone viral on social media, a disgruntled woman on board a flight from Florida to Philadelphia can be seen urinating in the aisle! While discussing this horrifying story, Matt reveals he flew first class last week…Rich is outraged. 4:45pm- A sandwich monopoly? Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) is alleging that Rock Capital's purchase of Subway amounts to a monopoly which will lead to higher sandwich prices—the private equity firm already owns sandwich shops Jimmy John's and Schlotzky's. The Federal Trade Commission is now investigating the $10 billion acquisition. As Timothy P. Carney notes, how could this acquisition be considered a monopoly: “Consider that Chick-fil-A enjoyed $16 billion in sales in 2021, which is equal to Subway-plus-Arby's-plus Jimmy John's” and that “non-sandwiches, of course, compete with sandwiches,” concluding that there is no way to honestly determine Rock Capital has a monopoly like Sen. Warren suggests. You can read more here: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/elizabeth-warren-needs-to-define-sandwich 5:05pm- During a television interview on Tuesday, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas seemingly advocated on behalf of amnesty for millions of immigrants who have entered the United States unlawfully. Fox Business reporter Madison Alworth details that U.S. taxpayers are paying more than $450 billion annually providing housing and other necessities for illegal migrants. 5:20pm- Is former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo now considering a run for New York City Mayor? 5:40pm- Many media outlets have leveled brutal attacks against Javier Milei, the president-elect of Argentina, citing his libertarian philosophy towards governance as “dangerous.” Is halting the growth of government via fiscal reform actually dangerous? 6:05pm- While speaking with Abby Phillips on CNN, Congressman Dean Phillips (D-MN) said he would consider using U.S. Special Forces to free American hostages being held by Hamas. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) seemingly agreed with Phillips' suggestion—and went one step further calling for the Biden Administration to retaliate massively against Iran after its proxies launched numerous attacks against U.S. personnel in the region. Could the United States see increased military involvement in the Middle East? 6:15pm- According to a report from The Washington Post, “[i]n late 2015, cranes at a seaport in Jacksonville, Fla., carefully hoisted U.S. military helicopters worth up to $40 million each onto a massive cargo ship set to deliver the equipment to the Egyptian government. Egypt's Defense Ministry had turned to an unusual figure to help arrange transport of the prized hardware: Wael Hana, an Egyptian American businessman who had previously run a trucking business, a gas station and a truck stop along a gritty, industrial strip in northern New Jersey… Eight years later, Hana's ties to the Egyptian government are under a bright spotlight. After a years-long investigation, U.S. authorities charged him in September with paying bribes to Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) and his wife, Nadine Menendez, in exchange for actions that benefited Egypt, including Menendez's promise to help keep military aid flowing to the North African nation. Hana, 40, lavished the couple with gold bars, checks and household furnishings between 2018 and 2022, prosecutors allege, while helping to introduce the senator to Egyptian military and intelligence officers and serving as a go-between for their communications.” You can read the full report from Shawn Boburg, Claire Parker, Terrence McCoy, and Marina Dias here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2023/11/27/bob-menendez-wael-hana-egypt/ 6:30pm- Annoyed by the sound of crunching chips during Zoom conference calls? Doritos has developed software to silence the crunch! Yes, this story is somehow real. You can read more here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2023/11/27/doritos-silent-gaming-crunch-cancellation/ 6:50pm- According to a report from Emily Joshua of The Daily Mail, the United Nations Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) is “expected to call on Western countries, including the U.S., to drastically reduce meat consumption to combat climate change” during its climate change conference in Dubai starting later this week. You can read more here: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12800019/meat-consumption-climate-change-global-emissions.html

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: While speaking with Abby Phillips on CNN, Congressman Dean Phillips (D-MN) said he would consider using U.S. Special Forces to free American hostages being held by Hamas. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) seemingly agreed with Phillips' suggestion—and went one step further calling for the Biden Administration to retaliate massively against Iran after its proxies launched numerous attacks against U.S. personnel in the region. Could the United States see increased military involvement in the Middle East? According to a report from The Washington Post, “[i]n late 2015, cranes at a seaport in Jacksonville, Fla., carefully hoisted U.S. military helicopters worth up to $40 million each onto a massive cargo ship set to deliver the equipment to the Egyptian government. Egypt's Defense Ministry had turned to an unusual figure to help arrange transport of the prized hardware: Wael Hana, an Egyptian American businessman who had previously run a trucking business, a gas station and a truck stop along a gritty, industrial strip in northern New Jersey… Eight years later, Hana's ties to the Egyptian government are under a bright spotlight. After a years-long investigation, U.S. authorities charged him in September with paying bribes to Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) and his wife, Nadine Menendez, in exchange for actions that benefited Egypt, including Menendez's promise to help keep military aid flowing to the North African nation. Hana, 40, lavished the couple with gold bars, checks and household furnishings between 2018 and 2022, prosecutors allege, while helping to introduce the senator to Egyptian military and intelligence officers and serving as a go-between for their communications.” You can read the full report from Shawn Boburg, Claire Parker, Terrence McCoy, and Marina Dias here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2023/11/27/bob-menendez-wael-hana-egypt/ Annoyed by the sound of crunching chips during Zoom conference calls? Doritos has developed software to silence the crunch! Yes, this story is somehow real. You can read more here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2023/11/27/doritos-silent-gaming-crunch-cancellation/ According to a report from Emily Joshua of The Daily Mail, the United Nations Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) is “expected to call on Western countries, including the U.S., to drastically reduce meat consumption to combat climate change” during its climate change conference in Dubai starting later this week. You can read more here: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12800019/meat-consumption-climate-change-global-emissions.html

On October 7, Hamas terrorists recorded themselves in a state of joyous excitement to document their murder of so many Jews. But over the ensuing weeks, that emotion has given way to another emotion: pity for the Palestinians as passive victims of Israeli aggression. The men instigated this war are now seen as victims of this war, occupied, displaced, not murderers but among the murdered. That transformation is our focus of this episode of the Tikvah Podcast. As it happens, that transformation is not unique to the Hamas attacks of October 2023. It is a pattern of Palestinian transformation that can be observed throughout the history of Israel. This is one of the distinguishing features of the Palestinian predicament, according to the Israeli writer Shany Mor, and it's one of the core themes of a big essay he wrote for us at Mosaic in November 2023, called “Ecstasy and Amnesia in the Gaza Strip.” On November 15, Mosaic editor Jonathan Silver convened a discussion of Mor's essay, along with the Egyptian-American writer Hussein Aboubakr, and the Israeli journalist Haviv Rettig Gur. This week's podcast brings you that conversation. Musical selections in this podcast are drawn from the Quintet for Clarinet and Strings, op. 31a, composed by Paul Ben-Haim and performed by the ARC Ensemble.

Christie Bahna is a comic, writer, & voice actor (SAG/AFTRA). She has performed at the Hollywood Improv, Comedy Store, The Stand NY, New York Comedy Club, and the Laugh Factory, and she can be seen performing regularly in L.A. As a first-generation Egyptian American and former attorney, Christie's work explores the interplay between culture, identity, and the legal implications of slipping on banana peels. Follow her @autobahna and find her at christiebahna.com.

Step into the world of jazz and community activism with Todd Marcus, a bass clarinet virtuoso and a cornerstone of Baltimore's vibrant music and social change ecosystem

Rajia Hassib is the Egyptian-American author of two widely reviewed novels: In the Language of Miracles and A Pure Heart . She moved to the U.S. when she was 23 and a few years later, she started writing fiction in English. In a beautiful article  written for LitHub a few months ago, Rajia reflected on what switching tongues meant for her and for her creativity, and how it gave her more artistic freedom. In this episode of Chosen Tongue, we chatted about the emotional impact of choosing English to share her point of view and her story as a Muslim woman in the U.S., Raja's fascination with Nabokov as a translingual writer, and how her sense of humour may or may not have recovered from her switch to English. 

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: Rich Zeoli and George Bochetto discuss Ford, Tesla, Volvo, Volkswagen, and BMW being among the auto manufacturers that considered eliminating AM radio from their electric vehicles. However, a group of bipartisan lawmakers, including Senators Ed Markey (D-MA) and Ted Cruz (R-Tx), fought to prevent the removal arguing public safety is at risk. Is the fight over? Mark O'Conner from The Families Behind the Badge Children's Foundation (FBBCF) calls-in to The Rich Zeoli Show. Learn more about the FBBCF here: https://www.fbbcf.org Philadelphia Municipal Judge Wendy Pew dismissed all charges against former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial who was accused of shooting and killing Eddie Irizarry during a traffic stop last month. In the aftermath of the decision, the city saw widespread looting in Center City, the Northeast, and West Philadelphia—targeting stores like Foot Locker, Lululemon, Apple, and Fine Wine & Good Spirits. George Bochetto explains what he believes will happen next.   According to a report from NorthJersey.com, Nadine Arslanian—the wife of Senator Robert Menendez (R-NJ) who was recently indicted in a bribery scheme—was involved in a fatal car accident in December 2018. Katie Sobko, Ashley Balcerzak, and Kristie Cattafi write: “A month after the crash, according to an indictment brought by the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, Arslanian was texting Wael Hana, an Egyptian American businessman also indicted in the bribery scheme, about her lack of car. Hana later provided her with a 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-300 convertible, the indictment says.” You can read the full report here: https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/2023/10/04/bob-menendez-wife-car-accident-bogota-nj-police-indictment/71051427007/ Rich saw The Exorcist: Believer last night—he did not enjoy it. At all.   Who could potentially replace Bob Menendez (D-NJ) in the United States Senate? Could it be Representative Donald Norcross (D-NJ)? Or maybe even Governor Phil Murphy's wife Tammy? During Wednesday night's win over the Marlins, a mystery Phillies fan bought two rounds of beer for all the people sitting in his section—costing over $4,400! George and Rich hypothesize that free beer may be the key to success for the Phillies this postseason. Pastor Bill Devlin calls-in to The Rich Zeoli Show to talk about how George Bochetto once spoke at a conference with him in Philadelphia.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (10/06/2023): 3:05pm- George Bochetto—former candidate for U.S. Senate, former Pennsylvania State Boxing Commissioner, and Attorney at Bochetto & Lentz, P.C.—joins The Rich Zeoli Show as co-host for the day! Bochetto was the winning bidder at last year's Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation (MC-LEF) Gala. You can learn more about the 2023 MC-LEF Gala in Philadelphia on October 28th here: https://www.mclefphila.org/events-overview 3:15pm- In a career filled with noteworthy accomplishments, perhaps George Bochetto is best known for fighting Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney's unilateral decision to remove a statue of Christopher Columbus from Marconi Plaza in Philadelphia. Bochetto reveals he will be at the White House next week to celebrate Columbus Day after, surprisingly, being invited by the Biden Administration. 3:20pm- Who should serve as the next Police Commissioner of Philadelphia? Former Commissioner Danielle Outlaw stepped down from the job in late September after accepting a position with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. 3:40pm- Jerry Conner Committee Member for Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation calls-in to briefly discuss the 2023 MC-LEF Gala on October 28th. You can learn more here: https://www.mclefphila.org/events-overview 4:05pm- Rich Zeoli and George Bochetto discuss Ford, Tesla, Volvo, Volkswagen, and BMW being among the auto manufacturers that considered eliminating AM radio from their electric vehicles. However, a group of bipartisan lawmakers, including Senators Ed Markey (D-MA) and Ted Cruz (R-Tx), fought to prevent the removal arguing public safety is at risk. Is the fight over? 4:10pm- Mark O'Conner from The Families Behind the Badge Children's Foundation (FBBCF) calls-in to The Rich Zeoli Show. Learn more about the FBBCF here: https://www.fbbcf.org 4:15pm- Philadelphia Municipal Judge Wendy Pew dismissed all charges against former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial who was accused of shooting and killing Eddie Irizarry during a traffic stop last month. In the aftermath of the decision, the city saw widespread looting in Center City, the Northeast, and West Philadelphia—targeting stores like Foot Locker, Lululemon, Apple, and Fine Wine & Good Spirits. George Bochetto explains what he believes will happen next.   4:30pm- According to a report from NorthJersey.com, Nadine Arslanian—the wife of Senator Robert Menendez (R-NJ) who was recently indicted in a bribery scheme—was involved in a fatal car accident in December 2018. Katie Sobko, Ashley Balcerzak, and Kristie Cattafi write: “A month after the crash, according to an indictment brought by the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, Arslanian was texting Wael Hana, an Egyptian American businessman also indicted in the bribery scheme, about her lack of car. Hana later provided her with a 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-300 convertible, the indictment says.” You can read the full report here: https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/2023/10/04/bob-menendez-wife-car-accident-bogota-nj-police-indictment/71051427007/ 4:35pm- Rich saw The Exorcist: Believer last night—he did not enjoy it. At all.   4:40pm- Who could potentially replace Bob Menendez (D-NJ) in the United States Senate? Could it be Representative Donald Norcross (D-NJ)? Or maybe even Governor Phil Murphy's wife Tammy? 4:50pm- During Wednesday night's win over the Marlins, a mystery Phillies fan bought two rounds of beer for all the people sitting in his section—costing over $4,400! George and Rich hypothesize that free beer may be the key to success for the Phillies this postseason. 4:55pm- Pastor Bill Devlin calls-in to The Rich Zeoli Show to talk about how George Bochetto once spoke at a conference with him in Philadelphia. 5:05pm The Drive at 5 with Rich Zeoli and George Bochetto: Is Philadelphia's Christopher Columbus statue still in a box? 5:10pm- Earlier this week, former President Donald Trump arrived in New York for a civil trial in which NY Attorney General Letitia James alleges that Trump-owned properties were dramatically, and fraudulently, over-valued on official documents. If Trump loses the case, he could be fined up to $250 million and prohibit him from doing business in New York moving forward. 5:15pm- Prior to appearing before a New York judge for a civil fraud trial, former President Donald Trump addressed the press, explaining: “There was no crime. The crime is against me…They are trying to damage me, so I don't do as well in the election…This is an attempt to hurt me in an election…They waited until I was right in the middle of my campaign.” Trump accused NY Attorney General Letitia James of undervaluing his property for political reasons. In 2018, while campaigning to become Attorney General, James vowed to “sue” Donald Trump—providing evidence to Trump's claim that this is nothing more than a political vendetta. 5:20pm- In a video that has recently resurfaced, New York Judge Arthur F. Engoron—the judge overseeing the civil fraud case involving Donald Trump—can be heard exclaiming: “I'm going to say something controversial…juries get it wrong a lot.” Is this further proof that Trump is not receiving a fair trial? 5:25pm- What happened to Philadelphia's statue of former Mayor Frank Rizzo? George explains there is a chance it will be redisplayed in the future—though, when removing it, the city broke part of it. 5:30pm- Earlier this week, the office of Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas announced: “The Secretary of Homeland Security has determined pursuant to law, that it is necessary to waive certain laws, regulations, and other legal requirements in order to ensure the expeditious construction of barriers and roads in the vicinity of the international land border in Starr County, Texas.” Despite his administration's determination that a border wall is necessary to help stifle unlawful migration, President Joe Biden told members of the press that he does not believe that border walls are effective. 5:40pm- While defending the economy's performance, President Joe Biden accused the media of being too negative—and then bizarrely started talking about a boy saving dogs in a lake? What?!?! 5:45pm- Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner's policies are creating a culture of lawlessness. Would George Bochetto ever consider running for Mayor of Philadelphia? 6:05pm- On October 9th in Philadelphia, PA, Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to announce he will continue his campaign as an Independent. What kind of impact will this have on the 2024 election? Does it hurt Joe Biden's chances of winning reelection? In Nate Silver's most recent piece for The Free Press, he notes that Kennedy has stronger favorability ratings with Republicans than with Democrats. You can read the full article here: https://www.thefp.com/p/nate-silver-the-conventional-wisdom 6:30pm- Listeners weigh-in: Who would be harmed if Robert Kennedy Jr. runs as an independent? Donald Trump or Joe Biden?

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: On Monday, the office of Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas announced: “The Secretary of Homeland Security has determined pursuant to law, that it is necessary to waive certain laws, regulations, and other legal requirements in order to ensure the expeditious construction of barriers and roads in the vicinity of the international land border in Starr County, Texas.” Despite his administration's determination that a border wall is necessary to help stifle unlawful migration, President Joe Biden told members of the press that he does not believe that border walls are effective. According to a report from NorthJersey.com, Nadine Arslanian—the wife of Senator Robert Menendez (R-NJ) who was recently indicted in a bribery scheme—was involved in a fatal car accident in December 2018. Katie Sobko, Ashley Balcerzak, and Kristie Cattafi write: “A month after the crash, according to an indictment brought by the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, Arslanian was texting Wael Hana, an Egyptian American businessman also indicted in the bribery scheme, about her lack of car. Hana later provided her with a 2019 Mercedez-Benz C-300 convertible, the indictment says.” You can read the full report here: https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/2023/10/04/bob-menendez-wife-car-accident-bogota-nj-police-indictment/71051427007/ During her press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked how many times Commander—President Joe Biden's dog accused of routinely biting staff—has bitten the Bidens. Jean-Pierre refused to answer. The dog is no longer living at the White House.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (10/05/2023): 3:05pm- On Monday, the office of Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas announced: “The Secretary of Homeland Security has determined pursuant to law, that it is necessary to waive certain laws, regulations, and other legal requirements in order to ensure the expeditious construction of barriers and roads in the vicinity of the international land border in Starr County, Texas.” Despite his administration's determination that a border wall is necessary to help stifle unlawful migration, President Joe Biden told members of the press that he does not believe that border walls are effective. 3:15pm- According to a report from NorthJersey.com, Nadine Arslanian—the wife of Senator Robert Menendez (R-NJ) who was recently indicted in a bribery scheme—was involved in a fatal car accident in December 2018. Katie Sobko, Ashley Balcerzak, and Kristie Cattafi write: “A month after the crash, according to an indictment brought by the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, Arslanian was texting Wael Hana, an Egyptian American businessman also indicted in the bribery scheme, about her lack of car. Hana later provided her with a 2019 Mercedez-Benz C-300 convertible, the indictment says.” You can read the full report here: https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/new-jersey/2023/10/04/bob-menendez-wife-car-accident-bogota-nj-police-indictment/71051427007/ 3:40pm- During her press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked how many times Commander—President Joe Biden's dog accused of routinely biting staff—has bitten the Bidens. Jean-Pierre refused to answer. The dog is no longer living at the White House. 4:05pm- According to William M. Arkin of Newsweek, “The federal government believes that the threat of violence and major civil disturbances around the 2024 U.S. presidential election is so great that it has quietly created a new category of extremists that it seeks to track and counter: Donald Trump's army of MAGA followers. The challenge for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the primary federal agency charged with law enforcement, is to pursue and prevent what it calls domestic terrorism without direct reference to political parties or affiliations—even though the vast majority of its current ‘anti-government' investigations are of Trump supporters, according to classified data obtained by Newsweek.” You can read the full article here: https://www.newsweek.com/2023/10/13/exclusive-fbi-targets-trump-followers-2024-election-nears-1831836.html 4:35pm- According to a new Suffolk University/Boston Globe/USA Today poll, former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley has surpassed Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in the New Hampshire Republican presidential primary 19% to 10%—however, former president Donald Trump still leads the poll with a massive 48%. 4:40pm- While appearing on Fox News with Laura Ingraham, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) emphatically stated that the American people are disgusted with billions of taxpayer dollars being sent to Ukraine while there are numerous issues to address domestically. 4:55pm- On Wednesday night, the Philadelphia Phillies knocked-off the Miami Marlins—winning the series 2-0. They'll now face the Atlanta Braves in a five-game series. 5:00pm- On Monday, the office of Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas announced: “The Secretary of Homeland Security has determined pursuant to law, that it is necessary to waive certain laws, regulations, and other legal requirements in order to ensure the expeditious construction of barriers and roads in the vicinity of the international land border in Starr County, Texas.” Despite his administration's determination that a border wall is necessary to help stifle unlawful migration, President Joe Biden told members of the press that he does not believe that border walls are effective. 5:15pm- During her press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked: “If the border wall is ineffective, why is the Department of Homeland Security Secretary saying that it's 'necessary' to prevent unlawful entries into the United States?" Jean-Pierre continued to insist that the Biden Administration does not believe a border wall is an effective method of preventing unlawful migration. 5:30pm- What's the greatest horror film of all time? The Exorcist? Rosemary's Baby? Rich, Matt, and Henry debate. 5:45pm- In a CBS News report, journalist Catherine Herridge reviews newly released documents acquired by House Republicans investigating the Biden family's international business deals—revealing that there are several references to “political figure 1” who is believed to be then-Vice President Joe Biden. 6:05pm- Rich has to leave the show early to attend a charity dinner with listeners—so, Mike Opelka hosts the final hour of the show! 6:10pm- Speaking at the annual Conservative Party conference, U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said: "We should not get bullied into believing that people can be any sex they want to be. They can't. A man is a man, and a woman is a woman, that's just common sense." 6:20pm- Social media influencer “Meatball” was arrested for her participation in wide-spread looting in Philadelphia. Dayja “Meatball” Blackwell, who has nearly 500,000 followers on TikTok, was charged with 6 felonies. She is now selling mugshot t-shirts for $35 to $45 with the hashtag: “#FreeMeatball”. 6:25pm- Representatives Jim Jordan (R-OH) and Steve Scalise (R-LA) have both announced their intention to openly contend for Speaker of the House. According to Audrey Fahlberg of National Review, Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA) may be the next Speaker of the House. Fahlberg writes: “With the House speakership hanging in limbo after Kevin McCarthy's ouster Monday evening, allies of the former speaker say House Majority Leader Steve Scalise currently has the clearest path to the speakership as he continues to gauge support for his newly announced bid. But the race is early, and there is widespread concern among different House GOP factions about his health…with a host of House Republican sources cautioning that Scalise's blood cancer diagnosis is causing many McCarthy allies to keep their powder dry, even if his health issues aren't necessarily disqualifying.” You can read the full article here: https://www.nationalreview.com/news/mccarthy-allies-say-steve-scalise-has-clearest-path-to-speakership-but-point-to-concerns-about-his-health/ 6:40pm- Dinesh D'Souza—political commentator, author, and filmmaker—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his newest documentary, “Police State.” You can learn more about the movie here: https://policestatefilm.net

In one of the most serious political corruption cases in recent history, federal prosecutors have accused a senior U.S. senator of trading the power of his position for cash, gifts and gold.Tracey Tully, who covers New Jersey for The Times, tells the story behind the charges against the senator, Robert Menendez, and his wife, Nadine, and describes the role played by Wael Hana, an Egyptian American businessman at the center of the allegations.Guest: Tracey Tully covers New Jersey for The New York Times.Background reading: Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey, charged with taking bribes in exchange for exerting political influence, predicted that he would be exonerated.Inside the Menendez investigation: Federal prosecutors have accused the senator and his wife, Nadine, of accepting bribes in exchange for official actions by Mr. Menendez.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.

What impact did the 2011 Arab Uprisings have on our use of technology? How should we approach, regulate and manage technologies as they emerge? And is it really possible to make political predictions by analysing tweets? We talk about cross-cultural communication, her book ‘Arabic Glitch: Techno Culture, Data Bodies and Archives' and using machine learning to predict the fall of Qaddafi. She explains what sentiment analysis actually means and how she grapples with existential anxiety. We also discuss why she sees the Arab World as the nexus of the technology era and not Silicon Valley. Laila Shereen Sakr, better known to some as VJ Um Amel, is an Egyptian-American digital media theorist and artist. She is the founder of the digital lab, R-Shief, which is “one of the largest repositories of Arabic-language tweets”. Laila is also an assistant professor of Film and Media Studies, as well as a Faculty Affiliate in the Feminist Studies Department at the University of California.Created & hosted by Mikey Muhanna, afikra Edited by: Ramzi RammanTheme music by: Tarek Yamani https://www.instagram.com/tarek_yamani/About Outline:Outline is a process-focused conversation that looks at guests' individual projects rather than their full bodies of work. The conversation sketches the journey of the project; the spark of curiosity that led to the project, the process of implementing the idea, the struggles that emerged throughout the implementation, and the aftermath of the project that includes new questions and new ideas. The name “Outline” stems from the idea of creating a retroactive project outline which is part of a broader emphasis on the process of curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking from a nuts and bolts perspective. Outline is not discipline-specific; the series will be held with artists, academics, writers, filmmakers, among others. Join the live audience: https://www.afikra.com/rsvp   FollowYoutube - Instagram (@afikra_) - Facebook -Twitter Support www.afikra.com/supportAbout afikra:‎afikra is a movement to convert passive interest in the Arab world to active intellectual curiosity. We aim to collectively reframe the dominant narrative of the region by exploring the histories and cultures of the region- past, present, and future - through conversations driven by curiosity. Read more about us on  afikra.com 

From Alan's dad jokes to real comedy! Afraid but failing forward anyway - This week we bring you Maria Shehata, a multi-award-winning Egyptian-American comedian based in London who has been featured on Showtime's Bridging the Gap, Comedy Central's The Watch List, Dave Channel's Comedy Guide to Life, Comic Relief's viral Modern Dating Horror Stories, and BBC's Period Dramas and Breaking the News. Her writing has been featured in Modern Love in the New York Times, Comic Relief, and BBC Radio 4. Maria was shortlisted as Top Five Best New Acts at the 2017 Edinburgh Fringe and showcased as Pick of the Fringe at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe and she's featured in the upcoming, season 2 of Comedy Central Live.  She's about to go on tour so be sure to follow her on Instagram and TikTok and her website. Make sure to follow this podcast everywhere you find podcasts, leave a rating and a review, and slip into our Instagram DMs at @wasitchance. More about Heather via @vickeryandco on Instagram, @Braveheather on TikTok, and listen to The Brave Files More about Alan via @theatre_podcast on Instagram and listen to The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales EPISODE TAKEAWAYS: Maria grew up in Columbus, Ohio as a shy kid that never spoke up and was terrified of public speaking. She always admired comedians and how they captured the audience. Baby steps are the key to anything and everything you may want to be successful at. She surrounded herself with comedy in everywhere possible, expect performing, for a long time before she actually went on stage. The win was just showing up on stage. Stand-up can be lonely but she tests things out at small open mics and getting feedback from other comics. Fear is based on the unknown. Once you have experience and information the easier it is to show up and do big things. Preparation is everything in Standup. Connections and friendships make a massive difference when building a career in comedy. Failure is not trying. Everything else is learning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Description:Katie Diasti is changing the world of period care as the Founder and CEO of the non-toxic and sustainable period brand Viv! She joins Lee to share her story of growing up as a first-generation Egyptian-American in Tampa, Florida, before a college project sparked her idea for the brand, with staggering data to fuel her passion. We touch on the early stages of growth at Viv, leveraging affiliate marketing to reach a wider audience, and fundraising as a young woman building a period care brand, before Katie shares what surprised her on her business journey, challenges her three-person team has faced with 2000 retail doors, and what's next for Viv! In closing, she shares a word of advice with listeners.Exclusive Deals from Our Sponsors:•    AWESOME CX by Transcom provides high touch, personalized customer experience services to consumer brands of any size! Email Lee at lee@stairwaytoceo.com to learn more about their award-winning services and Awesome Coffee Chats.In This Episode You'll Hear About:• [01:04] Introducing Katie Diasti, Founder and CEO of Viv, a non-toxic, sustainable period brand.• [03:37] What it was like to grow up as a first-generation Egyptian-American in Tampa, Florida.• [10:08] The college project that ignited Katie's idea for the brand.• [15:56] Usage data that fuelled Katie's passion for sustainability in the industry.• [19:10] Products and materials included in the Viv range, including the user-friendly Viv Cup.• [26:11] Early growth drivers, affiliate marketing, and fundraising as a young woman building a period care brand.• [29:28] Why focusing on retail has come as a surprise to Katie.• [34:28] Where the name Viv originally came from and why Katie loves including ‘for your v'.• [36:17] Challenges her three-person team has experienced with 2000 retail doors.• [37:50] What's next for Viv and some valuable advice from Katie's journey for new entrepreneurs.To Find Out More:VivViv on TikTokViv on InstagramViv on TwitterKatie Diasti on LinkedInLee Greene on LinkedInStairway to CEOStairway to CEO on InstagramStairway to CEO on InstagramQuotes:“I've loved how Viv has shifted as a persona. I very much wanted to personify a brand when building Viv, thinking of it as an older sister or this badass person you look up to.” [0:14:08]“In my own life I was looking to make more sustainable swaps, and I knew that there was a whole generation with me that was looking to be more of an eco-conscious buyer as well as more socially conscious, but there was no brand on the shelf that was really targeting those issues and resonating with the Gen Z and millennial audience.”  [0:16:37]“Bamboo is not only better for the earth, [but] it also uses way less land and way less water to grow.” [0:18:43]“Knowing that we could have [period products that are] both better for you and better performance was great.” [0:18:31]“Viv pads actually break down in 150 days compared to 800 years.” [0:18:44]“So many people are new to a menstrual cup, so making it as approachable as possible has been key.” [0:20:03]“Building a startup also takes a village. It's like raising a family in that sense.” [0:23:38]“You just have to know that [affiliate marketing] might not work sometimes. Being okay with that in the early days is crucial.” [0:24:56]“It's about finding investors that believe in you. You never want to be begging someone to believe in you because that's just not a great fit, either. It needs to be a two-way street in terms of interviewing the right fit for you.” [0:27:01]“Wild how some of the things that you think are just for fun or might not have that big of an impact can really change the course of your distribution and growth. Because we're giving so much of ourselves, being very authentic, and really embracing and embodying the Viv brand always. We're always in Viv colors at every networking event.” [0:33:26]“Nothing is ever going to be 100% perfect when you launch and you're never going to feel 100% ready.” [0:28:35]“If you're not looking back and you're not a little bit embarrassed by the first thing you ever ship out or launch, then you're taking too long to launch. Launch and grow.” [0:38:58]“Just start. That's the hardest part. That mental hurdle.” [0:39:14]

In this episode, I'm talking to Egyptian and Cuban American street artist Symone Salib. Symone is a Philadelphia-based artist that I connected with here, and i'm so thrilled to bring this conversation to you all.Through acrylic paint and illustration, Symone works to highlight the lives of people, with an emphasis on Black Indigenous People of Color across Philadelphia since 2017. She focuses on vibrantly sharing the stories of people in hopes we can connect and resonate with humans who are different from ourselves. She strives to spread joy and create a space where people are not only seen but heard.Keep listening to discover how she unexpectedly became an artist, her debut street art creation, and her mural preparation process.EPISODE LINKS- Watch on YouTube- Join the FREE Discord- Join the Patreon- Host: Follow Fabiola on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok- Guest: Follow Symone on Instagram

Amina and Sarah Said were 2 promising Egyptian-American teenagers with their whole lives ahead of them. But their abusive and controlling father, Yaser, viewed their desire to live a normal American life as dishonorable. Despite an attempt to flee him, these two sisters lost their lives to their father's disturbed beliefs and it would be 12 years before he was caught and justice would be served. Join us in the close this week as we discuss the honor killings of Amina and Sarah Said. *If you or someone you know is experiencing violence in the home at the hand of a domestic partner please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE or text START to 88788 or visit www.hotline.org. *If you or someone you know is a child experiencing abuse by an adult please reach out to Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline by calling or texting HELP to 1-800-422-4453 or www.childhelphotline.org. Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yaser_Abdel_Said https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/32311856/amina-yaser-said https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/232487612/sarah-yaser-said America's Most Wanted: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdnO4yFU-iY The Price of Honor (2014) - free on Amazon Prime The Hunt With John Walsh: Sisters in Death, July 2015 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-53934168 *Crimes & Closets is a true crime podcast production of Skoldon, LLC --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/crimesandclosets/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crimesandclosets/support

Black Rifle Coffee presents the MedEvac Podcast. Hosts Christian Meyers and David Reid welcome Navy pilot Shawm Ahmed to the show. Shawm talks about what it was like to be an Egyptian-American after 9/11, becoming a Pilot in the Navy, and then transitioning into becoming a lawyer on the civilian side.