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In this conversation, host Mohammed Bader speaks with Grace El-Khal, a Syrian-American poet and advocate, about her experiences growing up amidst the Syrian war and how it shaped her identity and artistic expression. Grace shares her journey of finding solace in poetry, the impact of war on her cultural heritage, and the importance of using art as a means of advocacy and healing. The discussion delves into the shared experiences of grief and loss within the Middle Eastern community, the power of storytelling, and the role of poetry in connecting individuals across different backgrounds. Grace emphasizes the need for empowerment through writing and encourages others to share their stories.Grace ElKhal is the author of the book The Sorrows That Bury UsGrace El-Khal's poetry serves as a voice for the silenced.The Syrian war deeply impacted Grace's identity and artistic expression.Poetry became a means of mourning and healing for Grace.Cultural heritage plays a significant role in shaping one's identity.The importance of community and advocacy in the face of conflict.Shared experiences of grief connect individuals across cultures.Writing can empower individuals to reclaim their narratives.Translating poetry captures the essence of emotions across languages.Art and literature can bridge gaps between different cultures.Grace's journey reflects the resilience of the human spirit amidst adversity.

In this episode, we hear from Dr. Noor Abdalla, a Syrian-American dentist and the wife of Mr. Mahmoud Khalil, a prominent Palestinian student activist and legal U.S. resident who has been illegally detained by ICE since March 8, 2025, for speaking out about Palestinian rights. Mr. Khalil was abducted by ICE while coming home from a Ramadan iftar with Dr. Abdalla, who was 8 months pregnant at the time. Mr. Khalil's chilling abduction has sent shockwaves through student and activist communities around the world. In her own words, Dr. Abdalla recounts the horrific moment her husband was taken in front of her and speaks with host Diana Buttu about the ongoing toll this separation has taken on their lives. On April 21, Dr. Abdalla gave birth to their first child without Mahmoud by her side. In a cruel decision, the Department of Homeland Security denied Mr. Khalil's request and permission to attend the birth of his first child, whom Mr. Khalil has only met over video. While speaking with Ms. Buttu, Dr. Abdalla not only delivers a powerful call for her husband's freedom, but she also states that this is not just about Mahmoud; this is about all of us, and we must refuse to be silent about Palestinian rights and continue to speak out during times of injustice. Mr. Khalil is one of the many students and scholars being targeted by the Trump administration for speaking out against Israel's genocide in Gaza and demanding that the US stop supplying weapons to Israel. From Columbia University to Tufts, ICE has orchestrated a wave of politically motivated unlawful detentions—often in public, and without warning or due process. Please see below the ways you can learn more about the call for Mr. Khalil's freedom and safe return home with his family: IG: @justice4mahmoud https://www.instagram.com/justice4mahmoud/?igsh=MXA5aXR0Zzh4a3k4dA%3D%3D# Thank you for tuning into This is Palestine, the official podcast of The IMEU! For more stories and resources, visit us at imeu.org. Stay connected with us:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theIMEU Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theIMEU/ For more insights, follow our host, Diana Buttu, on:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/dianabuttu     

Nasser Al-Rayess, also known as @naw_sir and the "Shawarma King," is a Syrian-American comedian who has gained prominence through his sharp wit and exploration of Arab-American identity. His observational humor, particularly regarding identity and popular Arab music, has attracted a following of over a million across social media platforms. Beyond digital content, Nasser has toured nationally, performing in cities such as New York City, Texas, Los Angeles, and Florida. His stand-up comedy uniquely blends humor with Arabic music, creating an ambiance reminiscent of traditional Arab gatherings.#hikmatwehbipodcast #podcast#arabicpodcast #naw_sir#wstudiodxbحكمت_وهبي#حكمت_وهبي_بودكاست##

In this edition of The New Lines Institute Middle East Center's Post-Assad Podcast series, Middle East Center co-director Nicholas A. Heras sits down with Voice of America (VOA) reporter Sirwan Kajjo to assess how the emerging regime in Damascus will engage with the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces in Northeast Syria. Sirwan, a well-known Syrian-American intellectual and journalist, works for the Extremism Watch Desk at VOA where he focuses on Islamic militancy, extremism, and conflict in the Middle East and beyond that region. Heras and Kajjo also discuss how the emerging government in Damascus will lead the process of creating a post-Assad order and whether that order can successfully incorporate all the country's different communities.

Matchmakers Hoda Abrahim and Yasmin Elhady are on a mission to help Muslim American singles find their lifelong partner while staying true to their faith. From cringey first dates to moments of profound connection, Hoda and Yasmin support their clients in navigating the complexities of dating with the intention of marriage while staying true to their values and beliefs. The Hulu series is produced by Meralta Films in collaboration with ABC News Studios. Kate interviews her friend Nour Kasm and Reem Akkad, Syrian-American sisters who married brothers. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecasey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today on the show, Fareed speaks with Richard Haass, president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, about President Trump's foreign policy, from his proposal to “take over” Gaza, to the potential for a new nuclear deal with Iran.    Next, President of the International Rescue Committee David Miliband discusses how the Trump administration's decision to all but shutter USAID will impact the world's most vulnerable people.   Then, Mathias Döpfner, CEO of Axel Springer, speaks with Fareed about the danger of increasing US tariffs on Europe, and how the EU and the US ought rather to work together to counter autocratic powers globally.    After that, Syria is at a crossroads following the ouster of long-time dictator Bashar al-Assad. Syrian-American journalist Alia Malek describes the “hopeful and vigilant” mood among the Syrian people.    Finally, Americas Quarterly Editor-in-Chief Brian Winter joins the show to discuss El Salvador's offer to jail US prisoners, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Latin America, and the new administration's focus on the region.    GUESTS: Richard Haass (@RichardHaass), David Miliband (@DMiliband), Mathias Döpfner, Alia Malek (@AliaMalek), Brian Winter (@BrazilBrian)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode, Daniel has a conversation with Najib George Awad, a Syrian theologian and historian, about the sudden fall of the Assad regime in Syria and the various challenges facing the Syrian people after this “incomplete revolution”. For our Patreon supporters, Najib and Daniel discuss Kalam (Muslim theology) and the rich history of Muslim-Christian debate in the Middle Ages. To access this extended conversation and others, consider ⁠supporting us on Patreon⁠. Najib George Awad is a Syrian-American theologian and historian. He is an associate researcher at the Center for Comparative Theology and Social issues (CTSI) at Bonn University, Germany, and also at the protestant theological faculty at Charles University in the Czech Republic. His publications God without Face? On the Personal Individuation of the Holy Spirit, And Freedom Became a Public-Square: Political, Sociological and Religious Overviews on the Arab Christians and the Arabic Spring, Orthodoxy in Arabic Terms: A Study of Theodore Abū Qurrah's Trinitarian and Christological Doctrines in an Islamic Context; Umayyad Christianity: John of Damascus as a Contextual Example of Identity-Formation in Early Islam; and After-Mission, Beyond Evangelicalism: The Indigenous ‘Injīliyyūn' in the Arab-Muslim Context of Syria-Lebanon; and Contemporary Arabic Christian Theology (Regnum, 2024). If you enjoy our podcast, please consider becoming a Patreon monthly supporter at: https://www.patreon.com/AcrosstheDivide Show Notes: Article by Najib Awad about the three challenges facing Syrians today: The Three Challenges for 'Liberated' Syria

We return to a Tidings interview recorded in 2017 with musician, composer and humanitarian activist Malek Jandali, speaking from New York about the important role music plays in peace while his homeland Syria was in the most profound grip of a decades-long brutal regime. We hear Malek Jandali again seven years later, in brief comments […] The post Syrian-American musician-composer Malek Jandali on building peace through music appeared first on Hazel Kahan.

To close out 2024 Parvez and Omar are joined by two Syrian-American guests to share their perspectives on the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, the potential implications and challenges facing post-Assad Syria, and how the Syrian-American community is responding to these events. Along the way the show's guests candidly (and humorously!) discuss their experiences growing up as children of Syrian immigrants. The show begins by dropping listeners in the midst of a "pre-podcast" conversation about the present challenges of professional life in Silicon Valley.    

Bashar al-Assad was Syria's president for nearly 25 years. He brutally cracked down on a protest movement in 2011, kicking off a civil war that killed hundreds of thousands of Syrians and led to 12 million people being displaced. Earlier this month, the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham toppled the al-Assad regime, and he fled to Russia. Reset hears reflections from two members of the Syrian American community in Chicago. Bara Sarraj is a biology professor and former Syrian political prisoner. Samira Alhamwi is an adult education manager for the Syrian Community Network who came to the U.S. as a refugee in 2016. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

ROPESCAST | Episode 30 - From Syria with Love In this gripping episode, Syrian-American journalist Hayvy Bouzo joins host Ksenia Svetlova for a wide-ranging discussion about Syria at a historic crossroads. Following the dramatic fall of the Assad regime, Bouzo shares her insights on the opportunities and challenges facing Syria today. The conversation moves from high-stakes geopolitics and potential peace with Israel to deeply personal reflections on Damascus's hidden gems, her mother's memories of Jewish life in old Aleppo, and the enduring legacy of Syrian culture – including its world-famous ice cream. Join us for this timely exploration of a nation in transition, balancing between painful past, uncertain present, and hopeful future.

In this edition of The New Lines Institute Middle East Center's Post-Assad Podcast series, Middle East Center co-director Nicholas A. Heras sits down with Nidal Betare to assess the potential for a Syrian-led, inclusive process of democracy-building in post-Assad Syria. Betare is a Palestinian-American who was born and raised in Syria, and a well-known expert on civil society and the Syrian political opposition. They engage on a wide-ranging discussion on how Syrian civil society can lead its country to engage in a process of reconciliation across Syria's diverse communities after a decade and a half of war, and a half-century of the rule of a brutal authoritarian regime. Betare and Heras also tackle the subject of what the vibrant and active Syrian-American community can do to help rebuild the country and make it more prosperous than ever before.

No one could have predicted what happened in Syria last week. After more than half a century of rule and thirteen years of a bloody war, the Assad regime fell.Across the world, Syrian communities erupted in celebration at seeing the brutal, dictatorial regime end, many quickly filling the roads back to Damascus and the city squares across large portions of the country to gather in freedom for the first time in decades.Many of us watching are asking: what does this mean for the region? Who is this group taking power? And what if this means things are going to get worse? This week, we hosted a conversation between guest host Sarah Sturm and two Syrian-Americans to discuss the events—including their reactions to hearing the news, what it might mean for them and their communities, and how to support Syrians as they embark on a journey of writing a new future for their country.Our first guest is Syrian-American musician, novelist, and political commentator Paul Nabil Matthis, and our second is actually your host - David Katibah!--Follow Paul on Instagram A faction cheat-sheet by Paul Nabil MatthisSyria Live MapIf you're enjoying the podcast, become a monthly donor to Telos!Subscribe to the Telos NewsletterRead and share the Principles and Practices of Peacemaking

On December 8, 2024, the Syrian people overthrew Bashar Al Assad, bringing to an end a brutal fifty-four-year dictatorship.  Although the Syrian people partook in the wave of revolutions during the Arab Spring, their efforts to bring about democracy in Syria were hijacked by a host of external actors in what deteriorated into a violent proxy war between Russia, Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the United States.As a result, over 300,000 Syrians were killed, and 13 million Syrians became refugees or internally displaced within the country, as explained in CSRR's 2019 report “Toward Empowerment and Sustainability: Reforming America's Syrian Refugee Policy.” Our guest, Feras Mousilli, is the founder and managing partner of the Lloyd & Mousilli law firm, a recipient of a Fulbright award from the U.S. State Department, and a leader in the Syrian diaspora in the United States.  Mr. Mousilli provides the unique perspectives of Syrian Americans who have been waiting for the fall of the Assad regime for decades.   He offers his insights into what led to the overthrow of Bashar al Assad and what to expect next in Syria.Support the Center for Security, Race and Rights by following us and making a donation: Donate: https://give.rutgersfoundation.org/csrr-support/20046.html Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rucsrr Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rutgerscsrr Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/rucsrr Follow us on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/rucsrr Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://csrr.rutgers.edu/newsroom/sign-up-for-newsletter/ 

At Syrian-owned Shish Kebab Grill in Denver, it's as if a weight has been lifted. One man's hope for a country whose future remains in flux. Then, a farewell in Fahrenheit to longtime Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson. Later, blood medics are coming to four more Colorado counties. And a homecoming for Michael Trent of "Shovels & Rope." 

Afterover 13 years of civil war, Syrian rebels have taken control of capital city of Damascus, and president Bashar al-Assad has fled to Russia. On Today's Show:Mohammed Aly Sergie, editor of Semafor Gulf, talks about the latest developments in Syria.

In this episode, Lynn and Christie chat with Syrian-American comic, writer, and actor Laura Laham about her upbringing in New York and her transition from engineering to comedy. They cover a range of topics, including creativity; authenticity; Laura's experience engineering toys for Mattel and Disney; their distinct encounters with Jeff Goldblum; Arab culture, post-9/11 identity, the fictitious Yaz Island, and more! This episode's got it all. Follow Laura on Instagram & TikTok! ..... Laura Laham is a Syrian-American comic who has opened for international headliners like Bassem Youssef. She has performed in Canada, Amman Jordan, Dubai UAE, and has been featured as Best of the Fest in the Burbank Comedy Festival. She has also appeared at the NY Comedy Festival and the New York Arab American Comedy Festival. #syrian #firstgeneration #comedypodcast #womeninstem

We were absolutely blown away talking to the truly inspiring, passionate human that is THE Shifa Saltagi Safadi @muslimmommyblog 

2016. 7th grader Kareem is a Muslim, Syrian American desperate to be on the football team. He's caught between his faith, language, culture, and having integrity OR being on the team. Kareem and his family are sidelined when his mama and ill grandfather are stranded in Syria. Kareem is sure he's 100% responsible. Transcript here

In this episode of the Reading with Your Kids podcast, we dive into the world of middle grade novels in verse with author Shifa Saltagi Safadi. Shifa discusses her new book, "Kareem Between," which follows a Syrian American seventh-grader navigating the challenges of identity, belonging, and discrimination in 2017 America. Shifa shares how the novel's themes of political policies, like the "Muslim ban," directly impact young people like Kareem, who is torn between his Syrian and American identities. The host and Shifa explore the importance of diverse storytelling, using Kareem's love of football as a relatable way to connect with readers. We also hear from Candace Jones, who shares her personal journey of having two premature babies in the NICU. Candace's experiences inspired her to create the "Melody's Little Library" initiative, which collects donated books to provide comfort and connection for NICU families. Finally, we chat with author Angela Smith about her empowering children's books, "I Am Me, Unique and Free" and "I Love Myself." Angela discusses the power of affirmations and self-reflection to help children (and adults) overcome negative messages and learn to love themselves. Throughout the episode, the host and guests emphasize the importance of unity, finding common ground, and prioritizing relationships to create a more compassionate and inclusive society. This conversation is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone interested in the transformative power of children's literature. Click here to visit our website – www.ReadingWithYourKids.com Follow Us On Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/readingwithyourkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/readingwithyourkids/ X - https://x.com/jedliemagic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/reading-with-your-kids-podcast/ Please consider leaving a review of this episode and the podcast on whatever app you are listening on, it really helps!

CTL Script/ Top Stories of July 9th               Publish Date: July 9th        From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast    Today is Tuesday, July 9th and Happy 68th Birthday to actor Tom Hanks. ***07.09.24 – BIRTHDAY – TOM HANKS*** I'm Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Reception Center Coming to North Georgia Angel House Improvements Coming to Buice Avenue in Southwest Cherokee Cherokee Sheriff's Office Asking for Help Finding Missing Woman   Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss cooking fish.   We'll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you're looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    Commercial: CU of GA STORY 1:  Reception Center Coming to North Georgia Angel House The Saint Agnes Foundation of North Georgia Angel House Inc., a nonprofit in Cherokee County serving girls and young women in foster care, has received approval from the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners to rezone property for a new reception center near Canton. The center will provide a dedicated space for therapy, family visits, and other activities crucial for the children's well-being. The project involves demolishing and rebuilding a home into the reception center, featuring private offices, ADA-compliant facilities, and additional parking. The nonprofit is seeking community support to fund this initiative, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment for the children. STORY 2: Improvements Coming to Buice Avenue in Southwest Cherokee Cherokee County has approved a development agreement with Lynwood Development Group to improve Buice Avenue off Bells Ferry Road, part of the Buice Lake mixed-use development near Acworth. The roadway, previously known as West Pine Ridge Drive, will undergo enhancements including wider travel lanes, curb and gutter, drainage facilities, striping, and accessibility ramps at its intersection with Bells Ferry Road. The county will oversee the project, with the developer reimbursing a portion of the construction costs. The county's share is estimated at $342,507.90, while the developer's contribution is approximately $101,000. Construction, beginning this month, is expected to last about 90 days. STORY 3: Cherokee Sheriff's Office Asking For Help Finding Missing Woman The Cherokee Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance in locating Elexus Latasha Washington, 31, who was last seen on June 30 near Highway 92 and Bells Ferry Rd in Woodstock. Washington is described as approximately 5'1” tall, weighing around 150 pounds, with brown eyes and currently blonde hair. She was last seen wearing sweatpants and a sweatshirt. Anyone with information is urged to contact the sheriff's office at 770-928-0239 or call 911.   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    Back in a moment  Break: DRAKE STORY 4: Bassel and The Supernaturals Performing in Downtown Woodstock   Bassel and The Supernaturals, a soul and jazz ensemble led by singer Bassel Almadani, will perform in downtown Woodstock on July 20 as part of Woodstock Arts' Lantern Series. The Chicago-based group, known for their unique blend of influences from Otis Redding to Steely Dan, tells Almadani's story as a first-generation Syrian American through their music. They touch on themes like love, loss, and the Syrian war. Recently featured on PBS, they plan to release a new EP in 2024. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. at Woodstock Arts Event Green, with tickets ranging from $12 for lawn seating to $200 for table seating. Proceeds benefit the Karam Foundation, supporting Syrian refugees. Tickets are available at tinyurl.com/yetyjhf2. STORY 5: Cherokee County Fire Department Staff Recognized for Service    Two Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services staff members were recognized on July 2 by the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners for their dedicated service. Division Chief Chad Arp, who also serves as the county's fire marshal, was honored for 25 years of exemplary leadership and commitment to community safety. Lisa Grisham, senior fire safety educator, was celebrated for her five years of expertise and dedication in enhancing fire safety awareness across Cherokee County. Fire Chief Eddie Robinson expressed gratitude for their unwavering commitment, noting their contributions reflect the core values and mission of Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services. 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Rhonda Roumani, a Syrian American journalist and author, discusses her debut middle grade novel, Tagging Freedom, which tells the story of a Syrian boy and his Syrian-American cousin during the start of the Syrian Revolution. The book explores themes of protest, activism, and the power of art, specifically graffiti, as a form of expression and resistance. She also talks about her path to getting an agent and getting her book published. From the publisher: Out of the revolutions across the Arab world comes this inspirational story of hope, freedom, and belonging, perfect for fans of Other Words for Home and A Good Kind of Trouble.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.

In her debut novel, The Jinn Daughter, Syrian-American author Rania Hanna weaves together a family tale based in stories of oral tradition across the Arab world. In telling stories with the Jinn, she seeks to tell a fundamentally human story. We discuss Rania's foray into the book world, how she aimed to tell stories on her own terms, and what she hopes to achieve with her novels. We also discuss the continuing tragic events in Palestine, and pinpoint where we can find hope.   Buy The Jinn Daughter from your local bookstore! Decolonize Palestine Support the Palestinian American Medical Association (PAMA) and families in Gaza Six ways you can support Palestinians in Gaza Islamic Relief USA: Support Families in Palestine Our music is composed by Ashley Hefnawy. You can find more of her music here. We are a proud member of the Hard NOC podcast family. Follow us on Twitter: @TheMiddleGeeks, @MaeAbdu, @spiderswarz Subscribe to The Middle Geeks on Hard NOC Media Please support us on Patreon!

We partnered with Habibi Festival for a six-night celebration of ancient + contemporary sounds from Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Palestine, Algeria and more! It all took place from October 1-7 at Joe's Pub in NYC. Each night we taped live conversations with the artists on stage. This special Quartertones episode is one in six, and features a conversation with Hadi Eldebek and Omar Offendum – both of whom have been on Quartertones so make sure to go and check out those podcast episodes – as well as snaps from their performances at Joe's Pub. Omar Offendum is a Syrian-American rapper and spoken word artist living in Los Angeles. An Architecture graduate, he was able to carve a distinct path for himself as a thoughtful entertainer and activist able to speak to a multitude of relevant issues and a diverse global audience over the course of a decade-long career. Offendum was named a Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Fellow for 2018/2019. Known for his unique blend of Hip-Hop & Arabic poetry, he's been featured on prominent world news outlets, lectured at a number of prestigious academic institutions, collaborated with major museums & cultural organizations, and helped raise millions of dollars for various humanitarian relief groups. Hadi Eldebek is a musician, educator and entrepreneur based in New York City. He has collaborated with prominent figures and institutions in the Arts, culture, and education sectors, including Yo-Yo Ma's Silkroad Ensemble, Harvard Graduate School of Education, The Kennedy Center, TED, and Disney World Imagineering. His piece for Oud & String Quartet, Istimrar, was played at Farkas Hall in Cambridge, MA featuring Yo-Yo Ma on Cello. In addition, Hadi has founded several cultural startups, including grantPA and Circle World Arts. His TED talk, discussing the importance of funding the arts and artists, has gone viral with over 1.25 million views. THIS SERIES IS PART OF THE AFIKRA PODCAST NETWORK QuarterTones is afikra's music podcast which hosts current Arab musicians from different geographies who play contemporary and modern music, including alternative scene or hip-hop, electronic, classical music, among other genres. The guests are invited to talk about their work and play their music – whether live or recorded – in three segments. The audience gets a chance to listen to some of the most interesting work from across the region and genres, and understand the music that these musicians and musicologists perform or study. Explore all episodes in this series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pg2zwxYLPXg&list=PLfYG40bwRKl7FiLcdH_iSgv4RiXEy4GAh ABOUT AFIKRA afikra | عفكرة 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. 

Rana is a Syrian American advocate for refugees and civilians in conflict, and the solution owner of IBM's Refugee & Migration Predictive Analytics Solution -- a first-of-a-kind solution, leveraging machine learning and cognitive computing to enable Government agencies and humanitarian aid organizations to better manage refugee and migration crises.She's been published in the Wall Street Journal, WIRED magazine, and her work has been cited by Yale University and the Foreign Policy Initiative.In a very intimate conversation, Rana shares her tireless journey to support Syrian refugees, from the US Senate to IBM, and how she learned to get resourceful when all doors seemed to shut down in front of her.READ THE SHOW NOTES ON WWW.STARTUPSWB.COMFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/startupswithoutborders/Photo Credit: Ahmed Najeeb.Song by: Funky Music, by Dj Quads.Dj Quads: https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads https://twitter.com/DjQuadshttps://www.instagram.com/djquads https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCusF... Music from Soundcloud Music provided by RFM: https://youtu.be/lNrAAAb2JvI

Join a discussion on opposing occupation and building solidarity among oppressed nations from Ukraine to Palestine. Israel has launched a genocidal war against Palestine at the very same time as Russia continues its imperialist attempt to annex Ukraine. This panel will challenge the selective solidarity that haunts the left and argue for solidarity between Palestine and Ukraine's struggle for liberation and self-determination. Sponsored by the Ukraine Solidarity Network Speakers: Dana El-Kurd is a non resident fellow at the Arab Center Washington. Daria Saburova is a PhD candidate at Paris Nanterre University and is a member of the European Network of Solidarity with Ukraine (ENSU). Joseph Daher is a Swiss-Syrian left-wing activist and author of Hezbollah: The Political Economy of the Party of God. Ramah Kudaimi is a Syrian American and has an MA in conflict resolution from Georgetown University. This event is sponsored by Haymarket Books and the Ukraine Solidarity Network and is part of Until Liberation: A Series for Palestine by Haymarket Books, cosponsored by Palestinian American Organizations Network, Mondoweiss, Spectre, Dissenters, Tempest, Palestine Deep Dive, The New Arab, and more. Watch the live event recording: https://youtube.com/live/M_uDHiN26-g Buy books from Haymarket: www.haymarketbooks.org Follow us on Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/haymarketbooks

My guest today is Paul Nabil Matthis, whom you can find on Instagram and TikTok as @paulnmatthis. Paul is an author, musician, social media educator (among other things). Paul's channel is great- he posts a variety educational videos, ranging from topics in middle eastern/SWANA history to nerdy videos about different percussion styles in the Arab world, to social justice topics, to history of science– and most recently, helpful content about what is happening right now in Palestine, which I particularly want to highlight as a resource. In the videos, does things like breaking down confusing rhetoric, distinguishing between judaism and zionism, and offering historical background and down-to-earth, fact-based analysis of the situation. We'd originally recorded back in August, and then had another conversation in light of what has been happening in October 2023.  I'm releasing both conversations today as a double-length episode, with the Palestine one first.So in this first part we talk about what he has been posting about Palestine and the response he's gotten, both positive and negative, and he also offers his thoughts as a social media educator on the kind of rhetoric we're seeing, shadow bans and repression of posts, and his strategies for sharing on various platforms. In the second part, we talk about the queer SWANA history TikTok series, his experiences living in the US and the middle east as a Syrian-American, and how he handles trolls on his social channels. And I couldn't resist asking him to bring out his drum and talk us through some of his favorite middle eastern beats. With love, rage, and solidarity– Free Palestine.Find us !Instagram: @queereverythingpodcastWebsite: http://www.queereverything.comYouTube: Queer Everything

Devendra Banhart, Phil Elverum, Jenny Hval and Bedouine discuss eating on tour, how art is intimacy exposed, and what can be learned from terrible shows. Devendra Banhart, was born in Texas and raised between Venezuela and California, where he attended the San Francisco Art Institute. After dropping out in 2000, he started moving around different cities, experimenting with songwriting and busking as he went. When he released his second album, Oh Me Oh My, in 2002 ,he signed to XL Recordings, and has since released nine albums and collaborated with artists like Anohni, Beck and The Strokes' Fabrizio Moretti. His new album Flying Wig has just come out and was recorded in a Topanga cabin once owned by Neil Young. He's also a visual artist, and has had pieces featured in galleries including San Francisco's Museum of Modern Art, MOCA and Brussels' Centre for Fine Arts. Phil Elverum is a singer-songwriter, producer and visual artist from Washington state. Best known for his musical projects The Microphones and Mount Eerie, he almost exclusively uses analogue recording equipment to make music and tends to compose as he records. His output spans more than 40 albums. Norwegian singer-songwriter, producer and novelist Jenny Hval's avant-garde music has a heavy focus on sexuality and politics. Her debut EP Cigars was released in 2006 and was nominated for a Spellemannprisen (the Nowegian Grammys). Since then, she has released music under her own name, Rocket to the Sky and collaboratively with Laura Jean as Lost Girls. Bedouine is a Syrian-American folk musician whose sound is beautifully reminiscent of 1960s North America. Born in Aleppo, Syria, she grew up between Saudi Arabia and Texas before settling in Savannah to study sound design. Since then, she's released three studio albums and toured with the likes of Fleet Foxes, Michael Kiwanuka and Jose Gonzalez.

Syrian American composer Malek Jandali and Maestro Marin Alsop detail their new release of Jandali's concertos for violin and clarinet. Plus, comedian Hank Denson takes the small stage in our series, “Speaking of Comedy,” and we learn about the new Executive Director of SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion and Film.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Isra Chaker is a Syrian-American activist, humanitarian advocate, and public speaker. She is an appointed Ambassador for One Young World (OYW), a global forum of young innovative leaders and has served as a speaker at their annual OYW Summit in London (2019), and Manchester (2022). She is a Public Advocate for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency USA (UNRWA) for her invaluable contributions in raising awareness and funds for their projects supporting Palestine refugees.   In addition, Isra was recognized as an Icon for the "We The Future" campaign by Amplifier, which recognizes ten young activists from across the United States in their leading work on current social justice issues affecting humanity. Isra was chosen to represent the refugee and immigration justice theme, known as "We the Future, will not be Banned". She is the only Muslim in the campaign, and artwork of Isra as well as a curriculum she designed to break down the stereotypes and misconceptions of Muslims, refugees and immigrants was taught to over 400,000 students in schools across the United States in the 2019 academic year.   Isra is a firm believer in positive social change and created a social media platform Isra Speaks to empower people around the world to use their personal narrative to become engaged and active global citizens who use their voice to create a positive human right impact. She uses her platform to educate people on social justice and political challenges facing humanity, to advocate for underrepresented populations, and to put a spotlight on leaders and organizations doing positive social change work.    Social media handles are: Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.   The songs picked by all our guests can be found via  our playlist #walktalklisten here.    Please let me/us know via our email innovationhub@cwsglobal.org what you think about this new series. We would love to hear from you.   Please like/follow our Walk Talk Listen podcast and follow mauricebloem on twitter and instagram.  Or check us out on our website 100mile.org.  We also encourage you to check out the special WTL series Enough for All about an organization called CWS.  The 11th 100 mile walk campaign will continue until the summer, find more info via de 100mile.org website. Or go straight to our fundraising page.  

Have you been emotional, overthinking, or needing an energetic reset? Then this meditation and breathing practice is for you! This is a deep breathing exercise followed by meditation practice to help you regulate emotions, calm your mind, clear your energy, and bring you to a calm & centered state. Let's practice together, take back our power, and create a deep sense of peace within! I am Syrian American, but I have worked with many Egyptians in the past & was inspired to create a meditation in Egyptian dialect. My intention is to spread the practices of mindfulness to as many people who need it! Egypt is the mother of the world, and the Egyptian dialect is dear to my heart. I hope you like it, as I enjoyed recording this very much! Lots Of Love, Yaman * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Music by: "Jonny Easton - Purpose" is under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0) license Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://bit.ly/b-purpose * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I would love to hear from you! For any questions, suggestions, or feedback please contact me at: contact.myssyaman@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today's guest is Dr. Zaher Sahloul, a Syrian-American critical care specialist and president of MedGlobal, an organization that provides medical care in disaster regions, and the founder of the American Relief Coalition for Syria and Syria Faith Initiative. Dr. Sahloul is considered one of the world's experts on the humanitarian crisis in his homeland of Syria and applying lessons learned to other disaster responses, including COVID-19. In this episode, we discuss the Syrian Civil War and his work in providing healthcare in Syria during the war, what is currently happening on the ground in Syria, and what role the international community can play in ending the conflict. Full bio Dr. Mohammed Zaher Sahloul is a medical doctor, Chicagoan, humanitarian, faith, immigrant and civic leader, and influencer. Professionally, he is a Critical Care specialist at Advocate Christ Medical Center and Saint Anthony's hospital and Associate Professor in Clinical Medicine at the University of Illinois in Chicago. Dr. Sahloul is considered one of the world's experts on the humanitarian crisis in his homeland Syria and applying lessons learned to other disaster responses, including COVID-19. He led the Syrian American Medical Society from 2011-2015 to play a crucial role in providing humanitarian medical aid and organizing the Syrian American diaspora. He founded the American Relief Coalition for Syria, ARCS, and Syria Faith Initiative. He has published extensively on the Syrian crisis, refugees and immigration, disaster management, and COVID-19 impact on disadvantaged communities in Chicago, and has many media appearances locally, nationally, and internationally. He was instrumental in providing medical relief to help the civilian population in his homeland of Syria and testified to the U.S. Congress and the United Nations Security Council multiple times on defending medical neutrality, the use of siege and chemical weapons, and the siege of Aleppo. He was awarded Chicagoan of the Year in 2016 for risking his life with two other American doctors to provide healthcare to the civilians in Aleppo under siege and bombardment. Dr. Sahloul sits on the advisory board of the Syrian Community Network and the Center for Public Health and Human Rights at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. He was a member of the Illinois Board of Health from 2009-2016. In 2020 , Dr. Sahloul was awarded the Gandhi Award for Peace for his humanitarian work in Syria and at the global level. He has also received many other awards including the “Heroes Among Us” award by American Red Cross, Dr. Robert Kirschner's Award for Global Activism by Heartland Alliance Kovler Center 2017, the Commitment to Change Award by the National Immigration Justice Center for his commitment to human rights, and the Shine a Light on Global Refugee Crisis and annual humanitarian award by UNICEF Chicago 2017.

This week, we turn to the disturbing topic of murdered journalists. While the media can often be harmful, it's no accident that the victims in these cases were journalists that were doing important and necessary work to uncover the truth. Featuring a powerful Syrian-American mother-daughter journalist duo, the assassination of a beloved Dutch investigative journalist, and a journalist in Oakland who was getting to the bottom of a sinister cult in his community. Join us as we rage against the corrupt criminals and systems of power that led to the murders of these brave, badass defenders of justice!Cases Covered:1. Halla and Orouba Barakat2. Daphne Caruana GaliziaCheck out our website! www.twistedlisterspod.comBrought to you by Podmoth Media Network podmoth.networkJoin us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/twistedlistersFollow us on Instagram: @twistedlisterspcastTiktok: @twistedlistersOutro Music by Lady X/YThis week's Ad: Doe Identify PodcastSources:https://daphnecaruanagalizia.com/https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-58012903https://abcnews.go.com/International/american-journalist-murdered-turkey-us-investigate/story?id=73513557https://www.frontlinedefenders.org/en/case/orouba-barakat-and-daughter-halla-barakat-killed-turkeySupport the show

Meet Jana Abdrabbo, a Syrian-American Arab Muslim woman born and raised in Mississippi. She's an International Studies major concentrating on Arabic and the Middle East at the University of Mississippi. In this episode, Jana eloquently shares her story and invites us to consider the ramifications of the negative stereotypes placed upon Arab and Muslim people. Listen to learn more about her, her beautiful religion, and ••• Want to share your story? Connect with me! Email: yasminetware@gmail.com Instagram: @yasmineswarehouse --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yasmine-ware-house/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yasmine-ware-house/support

Dr. Debi Silber is the founder of the PBT (Post Betrayal Transformation) Institute and is a holistic psychologist, health, mindset, and personal development expert, the author of Trust Again, and is a 2-time #1 International bestselling author of: The Unshakable Woman AND From Hardened to Healed: The Effortless Path to Release Resistance, Get Unstuck and Create a Life You Love. Her podcast: From Betrayal to Breakthrough is also globally ranked within the top 1.5% of podcasts. Her recent Ph.D. study on how we experience betrayal made 3 groundbreaking discoveries that changes how long it takes to heal. In addition to being on FOX, CBS, The Dr. Oz Show, TEDx (twice), and more, she's an award-winning speaker and coach dedicated to helping people move past their betrayals as well as any other blocks preventing them from the health, work, relationships, confidence, and happiness they want most. Website: thepbtinstitute.com Podcast: From Betrayal To Breakthrough Instagram: @debisilber  LinkedIn: @Debi Silber Twitter: @DebiSilber Facebook: @Debi Silber Youtube: @Debi Silber Episode Chosen by Mary Alzammar, Marketing Communications Manager: Mary Tarez is a Syrian-American working writer and graduate of the University of the Pacific from Stockton, CA. Mary spent a lot of her time in college advocating for low-income students in underrepresented communities. Mary works as The Only One In The Room's Marketing Communications Manager where she applies her talents to our weekly newsletter. Mary is working to publish a collection of poetry where she speaks about the struggle and growth coming from a traditional Arab family home. Finding Mary Alzammar: Istagram: @marytarez  Email_ m_alzammar@u.pacific.edu Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room  PATREON SHOUT OUTS: Mercedes Cusick LMFT, Website: www.mercedescusick.com, IG: @recoverhealbloom Check Out How To Do The Pot Thanks to Kathleen Hahn Cute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ today! Embrace your body, love your booty! Join our Patreon: Become an Only One In The Room patron by joining us on Patreon! Starting at only $5.00 per month, you'll get bonus content, access to outtakes that the general public will NEVER see, extremely cool merch, and depending on what tier you get, monthly hang time with Scott and Laura. Join our Patreon today at https://www.patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast Be sure not to miss our weekly full episodes on Tuesdays, Scott Talks on Wednesdays and our brand new series On My Nightstand on Fridays by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.  Join our Only One In The Room Facebook Group if you'd like to ask a question of any of our upcoming guests for this series.  Also visit the website www.theonlyonepod.com for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like featured articles and more. We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show! All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a Syrian American surgeon living in Chicago, Dr. Samer Attar felt compelled to be of service during the Syrian civil war, when doctors were being driven underground by Syria's Russia-backed military. When Russian bombs began raining down in Ukraine this year, Dr. Attar once more raised his hand to cross the border and treat the war-wounded.  Guest: Dr. Samer Attar, associate professor of surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a Syrian American surgeon living in Chicago, Dr. Samer Attar felt compelled to be of service during the Syrian civil war, when doctors were being driven underground by Syria's Russia-backed military. When Russian bombs began raining down in Ukraine this year, Dr. Attar once more raised his hand to cross the border and treat the war-wounded.  Guest: Dr. Samer Attar, associate professor of surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a Syrian American surgeon living in Chicago, Dr. Samer Attar felt compelled to be of service during the Syrian civil war, when doctors were being driven underground by Syria's Russia-backed military. When Russian bombs began raining down in Ukraine this year, Dr. Attar once more raised his hand to cross the border and treat the war-wounded.  Guest: Dr. Samer Attar, associate professor of surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PBS invites viewers to buckle up for a cross-country journey along historic Route 66 in THE GREAT MUSLIM AMERICAN ROAD TRIP. The new three-part documentary series follows a young Muslim American couple — rapper-activist Mona Haydar and her husband Sebastian Robins — as they explore America's “Mother Road” and its surrounding Muslim communities on a 2,500-mile drive from Chicago to Los Angeles. Although they are practicing Muslims — Mona is Syrian American and Sebastian converted after meeting Mona — the couple, like most Americans, are unfamiliar with Islam's deeps roots in America. This road trip is an opportunity for them not only to experience the breathtaking panoramas and iconic roadside attractions that have made Route 66 famous, but also to learn more about the history of their faith and what it means to be Muslim in America today. Making more than a dozen stops, Mona and Sebastian meet authors, entrepreneurs, students and others, including Muhammad Ali's daughter Maryam Ali in Chicago; Bosnian immigrants and restaurant owners Sulejman and Emmina Grbic in St. Louis; jazz musician Leon Rollerson in Tulsa; and award-winning actor and writer Amir Abdullah in Pasadena. Their conversations uncover the deep roots and impact of Islam and Muslims in American history and culture. By the time they reach the West Coast, the couple have a better understanding of themselves, their relationship and the centuries-long Muslim experience in America.

PBS invites viewers to buckle up for a cross-country journey along historic Route 66 in THE GREAT MUSLIM AMERICAN ROAD TRIP. The new three-part documentary series follows a young Muslim American couple — rapper-activist Mona Haydar and her husband Sebastian Robins — as they explore America's “Mother Road” and its surrounding Muslim communities on a 2,500-mile drive from Chicago to Los Angeles.Although they are practicing Muslims — Mona is Syrian American and Sebastian converted after meeting Mona — the couple, like most Americans, are unfamiliar with Islam's deeps roots in America. This road trip is an opportunity for them not only to experience the breathtaking panoramas and iconic roadside attractions that have made Route 66 famous, but also to learn more about the history of their faith and what it means to be Muslim in America today. Making more than a dozen stops, Mona and Sebastian meet authors, entrepreneurs, students and others, including Muhammad Ali's daughter Maryam Ali in Chicago; Bosnian immigrants and restaurant owners Sulejman and Emmina Grbic in St. Louis; jazz musician Leon Rollerson in Tulsa; and award-winning actor and writer Amir Abdullah in Pasadena. Their conversations uncover the deep roots and impact of Islam and Muslims in American history and culture. By the time they reach the West Coast, the couple have a better understanding of themselves, their relationship and the centuries-long Muslim experience in America.

PBS invites viewers to buckle up for a cross-country journey along historic Route 66 in THE GREAT MUSLIM AMERICAN ROAD TRIP. The new three-part documentary series follows a young Muslim American couple — rapper-activist Mona Haydar and her husband Sebastian Robins — as they explore America's “Mother Road” and its surrounding Muslim communities on a 2,500-mile drive from Chicago to Los Angeles. Although they are practicing Muslims — Mona is Syrian American and Sebastian converted after meeting Mona — the couple, like most Americans, are unfamiliar with Islam's deeps roots in America. This road trip is an opportunity for them not only to experience the breathtaking panoramas and iconic roadside attractions that have made Route 66 famous, but also to learn more about the history of their faith and what it means to be Muslim in America today. Making more than a dozen stops, Mona and Sebastian meet authors, entrepreneurs, students and others, including Muhammad Ali's daughter Maryam Ali in Chicago; Bosnian immigrants and restaurant owners Sulejman and Emmina Grbic in St. Louis; jazz musician Leon Rollerson in Tulsa; and award-winning actor and writer Amir Abdullah in Pasadena. Their conversations uncover the deep roots and impact of Islam and Muslims in American history and culture. By the time they reach the West Coast, the couple have a better understanding of themselves, their relationship and the centuries-long Muslim experience in America.

Alex Kronemer shares behind-the-scenes insights about Syrian-American rapper Mona Haydar and her husband, educator, and Muslim convert Sebastian Robins.

Treating Parkinson's disease is never an easy prospect. Amal Alachkar, associate professor of teaching pharmaceutical sciences at the University of California, Irvine, breaks down the issues with one method of treatment. Dr. Amal Alachkar is a Syrian-American neuroscientist and pharmacologist whose research focuses on dissecting the genetic, molecular, and chemical mechanisms underlying cognitive and emotional […]

For this week's episode, I had the deep honor and privilege to interview Marc J. Francis, an extremely mindful human being, documentary director, producer, and cinematographer who has won worldwide critical acclaim for his films.As a storyteller and seeker of wisdom Marc shines a light on the human condition by exploring the extraordinary stories of marginalized characters and unsung heroes in his signature immersive and intimate style. His most recent film 'Walk With Me' about Zen Buddhist Master Thich Nhat Hanh, featuring Benedict Cumberbatch as narrator, launched at the SXSW Film Festival and was a global box office hit before being released on Netflix and Amazon. Its sister project ‘Walk With Me In Sound' is a meditative audio experience, due for release in 2021 by Penguin Random House and Sounds True. His current directorial work includes a documentary featuring Elizabeth Gilbert (Author: ‘Eat, Pray, Love') and her former Syrian-American partner Rayya Elias - who passed away after being diagnosed with inoperable cancer. Capturing Rayya's final months with those closest to her, the film will be a profound insight into what it means to grieve and to live life fully. Marc's early directorial work includes 'Black Gold'; described as “riveting and draw-dropping” (LA Times), it premiered at the Sundance Film Festival winning worldwide critical acclaim, and went on to be released in over twenty countries around the world. Black Gold, which follows the campaigning efforts of an Ethiopian coffee union leader, is credited with propelling the Fair Trade movement. Marc followed up with ‘When China Met Africa,' -  a multi-broadcast project with the BBC, Arte France, and the Sundance Institute.As an Executive Producer and story consultant for filmmakers and production companies, Marc has established relationships with leading broadcast and distribution organizations worldwide, including the BBC and The Guardian, and helped others shape and tell their own stories. He is also the co-founder and creative director of his own production company - Speakit.During our conversation, the energy of mindfulness and presence was powerful, and the wisdom that Marc shared with us about, faith in spite of fear, trusting yourself, following the call of your soul, and living a life of true fulfillment vs. empty success, is a needed conversation that the world needs these days more than ever before.If you want to learn more about Marc, follow and visit his social media:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcjfrancis- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcjfrancis/- Webpage: https://www.marcjfrancis.com/Visit https://delaflorteachings.com/faith to receive the “21 Days of Faith in Action Course” as our gift to you.

As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid, we speak with one Muslim who many believe has even more reasons to celebrate. Zack Tahhan is a New Jerseyan, a Syrian-American and a New York hero, not necessarily in that order. He made a name for himself when he identified the suspect behind a recent subway train shooting in Brooklyn, proving that heroes don't always wear capes. And they may be fasting. In this episode:  Zack Tahhan (@zacktahhan2022), security camera expert This episode was produced by Amy Walters, with Negin Owliaei, Ruby Zaman, Ney Alvarez, Alexandra Locke, and Malika Bilal. Alex Roldan is our sound designer. Aya Elmileik and Adam Abou-Gad are our engagement producers. Connect with us at @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

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The Hake Report, Thursday, April 22, 2021  SONGS: Furthermore: Daydreaming, We Need to Talk.  Communist Earth Day, Deb Haaland's daughter…  GREAT CALLS!  Romans 12: Don't think too highly of yourself.  Suicide and shutdowns: Terrible stories!  Also check out Hake News from today.  CALLERS Rick from Hampton, VA talks about the Chauvin trial and public perception.  Zach from Columbus, OH recounts a controversy with black and white teachers in his area.  Louie from Idaho is not "all there" after waiting so long! He calls out Maxine Waters.  Joe from Phoenix, AZ on Calvin and Hobbes, Jobama, and Floyd's medical report  Jay from Phoenix, AZ says Chauvin is the fall guy; he did things according to training!  Nick from Maryland says Chauvin is not the same Chauvin, and it's the money changers!  Anthony from Brooklyn, NY is Syrian/American and it's not just about blacks and whites.  Bobby from Texas calls out the ridiculousness with this trial and controversy.  TIME STAMPS 0:00 Thu, Apr 22, 2021 0:57 Daydreaming, Furthermore 4:36 Hey, guys!  5:39 Earth Day, COMMUNISM 17:24 Deb Haaland's daughter 22:22 Tease: Bible, Suicide 23:34 Rick, Hampton, VA 38:59 Free George Zimmerman 45:45 Romans 12 52:45 Zach, Columbus, OH 59:45 Tease: Jobama, stories 1:00:25 Intro another song 1:01:07 We Need to Talk, Furthermore 1:04:23 Song feedback 1:06:14 Shutdown suicide 1:22:53 Louie in ID 1:24:38 Calvin and Hobbes Tee 1:25:57 Joe, Phoenix, AZ 1:35:12 Ted Nugent caught it! 1:38:50 SD Gov Noem 1:40:29 False start with Nick, MD 1:40:57 Jay, Phoenix, AZ 1:45:17 Super Chats 1:47:27 Nick in MD 1:50:47 Anthony, Brooklyn, NY 1:57:27 Bobby in TX 2:00:02 Thanks, all! HAKE LINKS VIDEO ARCHIVE: Facebook | Periscope/Twitter | YouTube | Audio podcast links below LIVE VIDEO: Trovo | DLive | Periscope | Facebook | YouTube* | Twitch*  PODCAST: Apple | Podcast Addict | Castbox | Stitcher | Spotify | Amazon | PodBean | Google  SUPPORT: SubscribeStar | Patreon | Teespring | SUPER CHAT: Streamlabs | Trovo   Call in! 888-775-3773, live Monday through Friday 9 AM (Los Angeles) https://thehakereport.com/show  Also see Hake News from JLP's show today.  *NOTE: YouTube and Twitch have both censored James's content on their platforms lately, over fake "Community Guidelines" violations.  BLOG POST: https://www.thehakereport.com/blog/2021/4/22/042221-thu-earth-day-chauvin-fallout-shutdown-suicide 

When you are in pain, you do something about it. And I've been in pain for a while and I found an expert to help me figure it out! Welcome back Mariam Haddad. Listen to the exercises she is going to take me through and practice them. Better yet, once you listen, go check out the video on laurelrutledge.com/podcast and SEE them.  Work with Mariam: If you enjoyed this podcast and want to visit with Mariam to see how you can improve your speaking voice, vocal storytelling abilities and create your own personal signature sound, click the link to schedule a free discovery session with her.  mhaddad@perfcommcomp.com. If you would like to improve your vocal delivery in the context of presentations and key communications, then register for her upcoming group course “Great Ideas Powerfully Presented” kicking off February 2021. Click the following link: https://www.perfcommcomp.com/great-ideas-powerfully-presented   About the Guest: Mariam Haddad - CEO & Founder, The Performance Communication Company Entrepreneur, Classical artist, Lyricist, Storyteller, Reinventionist (that is a term)   On the way to our dreams, life happens. What you do with what happens… is what matters most. Life called Mariam to re-invent herself multiple times, to persevere as well as to be creative in converting the seemingly negative into the positive gift life presented. As a result, she learned that struggle is the pathway to joy itself, helping us to come to know ourselves better and find the inner stillness from which peace is born.  As a Syrian American who grew up on the El Paso – Mexico border steeped in American society, she learned each struggle serves as a vehicle to help find the sameness in others as well as to celebrate our differences. These diverse experiences helped her to view life as a canvas, allowing her to be God's paintbrush in bringing new realities into being.  “A storyteller at heart, I believe that words ARE power, words are LIFE.”  Through her company, The Performance Communication Company, her team creates innovative, in-person and virtual learning for those who want their voices to be heard in their professional lives. Having performed throughout her career as both a classical pianist and opera singer, she brings a different view to her work with others as a communication strategist and delivery expert. Mariam's passion is guiding others into the expressive art of themselves to frame their brilliant ideas, passions, beliefs and life's work and embrace the fullness of possibility as reality in the work place and world. Mariam has spoken and or provided services to TEDx Houston, The Business Maker's Show, Boeing, NASA, Shell, BP, Chevron, Sinopec, The Asian Chamber of Commerce, Asia Voice Radio, The University of Houston Wolff Center and many other Fortune 500 Companies.    About the Host: Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach. Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her HR clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you. After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. It quickly became apparent that the switch had been a good choice — she flourished professionally and became happier, satisfied with the difference she could make through her work. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for HR and helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers. From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She's achieved technical mastery of HR, with a deep knowledge of the rules and regulations that must be followed. She's also a people person, perceptive and outgoing, with a sixth sense for helping others to see the difference between what they want and what they need. The culmination of this is in her personal philosophy: “lead with your heart, act with your head.” Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave us an iTunes review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes

We often distinguish between “Creatives” and “Scientists.” But today's guest is the personification of the blending of both. As a classically trained performer, Mariam has a perspective on how we show up that challenges our “practice makes perfect” paradigm. Instead, it's about practicing in a way that turns knowledge into skill and new skill into skills that can be trusted to support showing up full out. And in showing up confidently, you are more likely to make the impact you desire.   About the Guest: Mariam Haddad - CEO & Founder, The Performance Communication Company Entrepreneur, Classical artist, Lyricist, Storyteller, Reinventionist (that is a term)   On the way to our dreams, life happens. What you do with what happens… is what matters most. Life called Mariam to re-invent herself multiple times, to persevere as well as to be creative in converting the seemingly negative into the positive gift life presented. As a result, she learned that struggle is the pathway to joy itself, helping us to come to know ourselves better and find the inner stillness from which peace is born.  As a Syrian American who grew up on the El Paso – Mexico border steeped in American society, she learned each struggle serves as a vehicle to help find the sameness in others as well as to celebrate our differences. These diverse experiences helped her to view life as a canvas, allowing her to be God's paintbrush in bringing new realities into being.  “A storyteller at heart, I believe that words ARE power, words are LIFE.”  Through her company, The Performance Communication Company, her team creates innovative, in-person and virtual learning for those who want their voices to be heard in their professional lives. Having performed throughout her career as both a classical pianist and opera singer, she brings a different view to her work with others as a communication strategist and delivery expert. Mariam's passion is guiding others into the expressive art of themselves to frame their brilliant ideas, passions, beliefs, and life's work and embrace the fullness of possibility as reality in the workplace and world. Mariam has spoken and or provided services to TEDx Houston, The Business Maker's Show, Boeing, NASA, Shell, BP, Chevron, Sinopec, The Asian Chamber of Commerce, Asia Voice Radio, The University of Houston Wolff Center and many other Fortune 500 Companies.  Personal Links   www.perfcommcomp.com     About the Host: Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach. Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her HR clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you. After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. It quickly became apparent that the switch had been a good choice — she flourished professionally and became happier, satisfied with the difference she could make through her work. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for HR and helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers. From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She's achieved technical mastery of HR, with a deep knowledge of the rules and regulations that must be followed. She's also a people person, perceptive and outgoing, with a sixth sense for helping others to see the difference between what they want and what they need. The culmination of this is in her personal philosophy: “lead with your heart, act with your head.” Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave us an iTunes review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

This is a conversation with Shiyam Galyon. She's a Syrian-American feminist writer who currently leads communications at War Resisters League, the oldest secular antiwar organization in the United States. Shiyam has been thinking a lot about topics that I felt were important for us to discuss further for a wider audience. She's able to skillfully tie in her support of the Syrian revolution with her support for LGBTQ rights everywhere, as well as explore the tensions around the right to narrate in both homeland and diaspora communities. We also spoke about my relationship to Beirut and the very idea of being rooted in the local, and we even touched upon recognising the importance of time and the fact that it should be okay to say that you don't know something in activist circles. You can follow the podcast on Twitter @FireTheseTimes. If you like what I do, please consider supporting this project with only 1$ a month on Patreon or on BuyMeACoffee.com. You can also do so directly on PayPal if you prefer. Patreon is for monthly, PayPal is for one-offs and BuyMeACoffee has both options. Music by Tarabeat. Photo via the UN on Unsplash, modified for this blog post. Original by Adam Niklewicz.