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Dec 2024
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Episode Seven - Scripted: What's the Poi...

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Amid personal and global turmoil, in this special episode of Scripted/Unscripted, Nadia confronts the question, "What's the point?". She reflects on how writing serves as a tool for emotional expression, resistance, and connection, highlighting its power to humanize the dehumanized and find purpose even during the darkest moments.

This episode was part of the official podcast competition section at the 65th Thessaloniki International Film Festival.

Scripted/Unscripted Podcast

Written and Narrated by Nadia Tabbara 

Creative Producer: Hind Anabtawi 

Audio Editing: Zeyad Gabr, Hind Anabtawi

Mixing and Mastering: Mohamed Aser

Music featured in this episode in order: 

Special Thanks: Mohamed Aser (Alt Orient), Mousa Al Azzeh, Tanya Saleh, Emel Mathlouthi and Hind Shoufani. 

This podcast is produced by CMS Podcasts, a Creative Media Solutions division

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