Send us a text S3E3. ADVOCATING FOR CULTURAL RESILIENCE WITH SABRENE SABRENE IS THE CO-DIRECTOR OF BALADNA WHICH HOSTS PALESTINIAN EVENTS FOR THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST COMMUNITY, A TATREEZ INSTRUCTOR, COMMUNITY ADVOCATE AND PROUD PALESTINIAN (@sabreneodeh). Through her work, she helps foster a sense of community and cultural pride among Palestinians in the dias ... Show More
Nov 6
S5E8. Redefining Heritage with Hama
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2289638/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p><b>HAMA IS THE OWNER AND FOUNDER OF HAMA, A BRAND MAKING BESPOKE FASHION, CUSTOM TATREEZ ORDERS, READY TO WEAR, ART AND ACCESSORIES (</b><a href='https://www.ins ... Show More
1h 1m
Aug 13
#13 - Beyond Stereotypes: Najla Said on Art, Culture, and Legacy
In this episode of Tak on the Pod, Andrea sits down with the talented Najla Said, a Lebanese-Palestinian-American actor, playwright, and author whose powerful work in theatre and literature explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexity of cultural narratives. Known f ... Show More
52m 2s
Oct 2
Dana Salah: Falahi Pop, Tatreez & Cultural Resistance | Sumud Podcast
🎙️This week on the Sumud Podcast, recorded live at ADC’s ArabCon, we welcome Jordanian Palestinian singer, songwriter, and producer Dana Salah. Known for blending traditional Palestinian folklore with global contemporary sounds, Dana has pioneered a genre she calls Falahi Pop. H ... Show More
26m 4s
Jan 2025
Palestine Laced in Gold and Flowers | Dana Barqawi
Throughout her works, Dana Barqawi employs diverse media including photography, paint, gold, and flowers to craft a vivid portrayal of Palestine. She seeks to deconstruct biased narratives and colonial histories, reclaiming the agency of Palestinians. While maintaining a captivat ... Show More
42m 21s
Apr 2025
Food is Political | Fadi Kattan
<p>Join us as we welcome renowned chef Fadi Kattan to Tarwida, diving deep into his rich family heritage and unique culinary journey. Fadi shares fascinating stories of his upbringing, the profound influence of his Teta’s kitchen, and his commitment to celebrating Palestinian cui ... Show More
53m 35s
Nov 10
What it Means to Lose a Home | Suad Amiry
<p>When Suad Amiry’s father tried to return to his home in Jaffa after 1948, he found that an Israeli family had moved in. They refused to let him enter. And when he returned to their home in Amman, it was the first time Suad had ever seen him cry. Years later, Suad would build a ... Show More
59m 9s
Apr 2025
#7 - Art, Culture & The Arab Narrative: Rima Nasser of Selections Magazine
In this episode of "Tak on the Pod", Andrea sits down with Rima Nasser, founder of Selections Magazine, a platform dedicated to showcasing the richness of Arab art, design, and culture. Through Selections and initiatives like Cultural Narratives, Rima has created a space for arti ... Show More
29m 51s
Apr 2025
The Time Line with Ali Hamed - April 13, 1975 - 2025 (Ep.416)
Please make sure to check out the video version: https://youtu.be/rKUnhF4hXU4
On displacement and refuge on both sides of the Green Line, the diversity we retain and a tribute to the city we call home fifty years after April 13, 1975.
With special thanks to Ali Hamed.
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49m 12s
Apr 2025
#9 - The Levant Through War & Words: Mishka Mourani on Culture, Identity & Exile
In this episode of Tak on the Pod, Andrea sits down with Mishka Mourani, a writer, educator, and storyteller whose life has been deeply shaped by the history of the Levant. Born in Alexandria and rooted in Beirut, Mishka has lived through war, displacement, and resilience, using ... Show More
50m 38s
Aug 22
Season 2 Episode 5｜Islam, Culture & Identity : Growing up as a Diaspora Kid with Bayan Fares, Founder of the Badan Collective
In this episode, I’m joined by Bayan Fares, founder of the Badan Collective, to talk about navigating identity, balancing cultural and societal expectations, and the role of faith in maintaining mental health—especially during difficult times for Palestine. Bayan also shares how ... Show More
1h 12m