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Nov 2024
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Ep 11 | Story Thyme: Inspiring Book Reco...

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In this episode, join Amira and Elissa as they share and discuss four books that have profoundly impacted their lives. Reflecting on their experiences as Arab women, they explore how these books resonate with their personal journeys and cultural identities.


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?️ Hosts: Elissa Freiha (@freiha), Amira Salah-Ahmed (@amiralx)


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