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Dec 2024
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S1 E13 | A Set Takes Thyme; behind the s...

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In this week’s episode, our hosts sit down with Monica Abadir, the creative producer and director that brought our podcast’s art direction and set design to life. Monica shares her journey of moving to Cairo after being born and raised in Canada and reflects on how this cultural shift has influenced her work. 


They delve into the inspiration behind the set design, spotlighting the incredible art pieces and talented artists from Egypt and across the region that shaped the podcast’s atmosphere, sharing the stories behind the art that shaped our set for every episode.

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

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