In this episode, Specialist ED Dietitian Hala Abu Taha meets Egyptian born, London raised writer Alya Mooro. Together, they discuss some of the cultural stereotypes Alya talks about in her book “The Greater Freedom: Life as a Middle Eastern woman outside of the stereotypes” and how these might affect women’s relationship with themselves and their bodies. ... Show More
Jun 2022
Arab Representation & Community with Ricardo Karam of TAKREEM
In this episode, MEEDA's VP Carine El Khazen receives Ricardo Karam. Mr Karam is a talk-show host, public speaker, writer and advocate of promoting Arab achievement and social causes. In 2010, Mr Karam decided to take storytelling to the next level and use it as a means of creati ... Show More
50m 42s
Jun 2022
Shame and body dysmorphia in the Gulf region with Daloo3a Series
In this episode, MEEDA discusses women's mental health with Nadia Al Sayed. Nadia Al-Sayed is a British-Kuwaiti-Palestinian anthropologist and cultural consultant. Born and raised in North London, she spent her teenage years in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. She currently lives between Lo ... Show More
1h 1m
Jun 2022
Caring for the Carer Testimonials - World Eating Disorder Action Day 2022 Special!
Today, 2nd June 2022, is World Eating Disorder Action Day!The theme this year is "Caring for the carer"On this occasion, the MEEDA podcast interviewed 3 carers about their experience supporting a loved one recovering from an Eating Disorder: Leila helped her sister and husband, A ... Show More
1h 4m
Feb 2024
Can you really escape female stereotypes? Selfies, shame, and the shackles of womanhood – with author Alya Mooro
What does it mean to live outside the stereotypes, and how can we free ourselves from shame?How do we stop caring about others' judgments and start living for ourselves?Alya Mooro, Egyptian-born and London-raised writer and best-selling author of The Greater Freedom: Life as a Mi ... Show More
1h 11m
May 2021
Alya Mooro: Let's Talk About Shame
Alya Mooro is an Egyptian-born, London-raised freelance journalist and author of the bestselling non-fiction book The Greater Freedom: Life as a Middle Eastern Woman Outside the Stereotypes.
Alya is also the host of a new podcast, Talk of Shame, in which she speaks with guests fr ... Show More
39m 43s
Jan 2021
Alaa Balkhy: Questioning Identity & Celebrating Culture
Alaa Balkhy is a Saudi creative director working at the intersection of fashion, design, and culture. On this episode of the podcast, she shares her experience as a third-culture kid, her perception of identity, and her efforts to stay connected to and to celebrate her Middle Eas ... Show More
37m 52s
May 2023
EP 10. How to Survive Strict Parents with Tara Yummy
In today’s episode, Vereena sits down with her guest Tara Yummy, and together they dive into the topic of growing up with strict parents as first-generation Middle Eastern kids. Tara opens up about her challenges, navigating the delicate balance between honoring her cultural heri ... Show More
1h 1m
Jul 2020
Episode 2 - Beauty Standards and Body Image - Aya Ragheb
Join Islam Adel, Kareem Nada, and Aya Ragheb as they discuss beauty standards and body image, and the roles they play in our society. In this episode, Aya talks through her own personal struggles with body image, and shares her story on how she overcame them.
Here are a few of th ... Show More
1h 3m
<p class="p1">In this week’s episode, Bonnie is joined by eating disorder therapist, writer, and speaker, Fatema Jivanjee-Shakir.</p> <p class="p1">In today’s episode Bonnie & Fatema will discuss: </p> <ul> <li>Fatema’s personal story of healing her relationship with food and bod ... Show More
