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Apr 2022
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Episode 8 - Daizy Gedeon | Journalist & ...

Elie
About this episode
Daizy Gedeon is on a mission to save Lebanon with her award-winning documentary film "Enough! Lebanon's Darkest Hour". Through exclusive interviews and never-before-seen footage, the Lebanese-Australian journalist and filmmaker exposes the deep-rooted corruption that infests Lebanon. After holding private screenings around the world, Daizy is ready to blow t ... Show More
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