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This episode of Habibi House is unlike anything we've done before. We’re joined by acclaimed filmmaker Justin Mashouf and the courageous star of his new documentary Hamzah Furqani, who imprisoned in the U.S. for decades navigating the corrupt, exploitative, "for profit" prison sy ... Show More

In this episode of Habibi House, comedian Sammy Obeid sits down to unpack the complicated relationship between cancel culture, free speech, and how it impacts comedians, activists, and Palestine advocates.From his experience in the comedy industry to his outspoken views on Gaza, ... Show More

In this powerful episode of Habibi House, we sit down with Palestinian singer-songwriter, director, and cultural force Lina Makoul — the first Palestinian winner of The Voice I*rael — who’s redefining what it means to be a “radical” artist. From rejecting a conventional path in b ... Show More

Palestinian singer Lina Makoul delves into the responsibility of artists to translate public sentiment, the worsening situation in Gaza and the West Bank, and the impact of the 900 new checkpoints added by the occupation on day-to-day Palestinian life. Makoul talks about her jour ... Show More

In this episode, I sit down with Palestinian artist Lina Makoul to talk about life in occupied Palestine, the story behind her powerful song "On Mute," and what it means to be a '48 Palestinian.' Plus, an exclusive live performance and her bold vision for using music to e ... Show More

Join us for an intimate performance and conversation with Palestinian singer and songwriter Israa Shalaby which took place at Habibi Festival this October. Recently relocated to NYC, Israa reflects on how her performances act as a spiritual connection to something divine and othe ... Show More

“It’s left me with a deep and simmering anger against the western powers who imposed this nightmare on us.”Palestinian physician, author and Nakba survivor Ghada Karmi joins UNAPOLOGETIC to speak about how her life has been shaped by exile and how, as she tried to find a new home ... Show More

In this episode of Tarwida, we talk to Palestinian singer Rola Azar, whose music beautifully balances the past and present, blending the traditional with the modern. For Rola, music isn’t just art—it’s life. She shares memories of growing up in Nazareth, where she’d lose herself ... Show More

Creative director, activist, and storyteller Alana Hadid joins us for an in-depth conversation, sharing her earliest memories of growing up in a Palestinian-American family, the influence of her family members, and how she navigates social media algorithms to educate and raise aw ... Show More

What does it mean to create art under a brutal colonial system? To make beauty in the midst of struggle? In this episode, Palestinian visual artist Nabil Anani reflects on the First Intifada and the experimental spirit it sparked. He shares why art must be rooted in its environme ... Show More

🎙️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

Palestinian composer and pianist Rima Nasir Tarazi reflects on her extraordinary life, sharing wisdom shaped by 93 years of personal and political challenges. Despite everything she’s witnessed, or perhaps because of it, Rima still holds a remarkable grit for life. In this episod ... Show More

What does it mean to find your voice — and use it to create change?In today’s episode of Yalla! Let’s Talk., I sit down with Tunisian artist EMEL, a singer, songwriter, and storyteller whose music has inspired people across the world. From her breakout anthem “Kelmti Horra” — onc ... Show More