We're joined by Bilal Saab for Episode 126 of The Beirut Banyan, and we discuss the interconnectedness of the moment and the possibilities for political change within Lebanon.
Bilal analyzes the 'auditing' process protestors are delivering against the Lebanese state and the initial steps needed for long-term accountability. He also shares his views on long- ... Show More
Apr 13
My Beautiful Garden this Way
A story about displacement, refuge and love. Reflecting on growing up in a refugee camp, the outbreak of civil war, Israeli invasion, post-war redevelopment, downtown reconstruction, renewed conflict and what was and remains Beirut. With architect Al Hamed. Commemorating the star ... Show More
53m 14s
Nov 2021
CLM S5#11 – Karim Émile Bitar – "Liban : jusqu'où la descente aux enfers ?"
Le Liban est confronté à une crise sans précédent. Secoué en 2019 par des mouvements de contestation, le pays est resté sans gouvernement pendant plus d’un an. La situation financière libanaise, quant à elle, ne cesse de se dégrader depuis l’été 2019 avec, entre autres, une infla ... Show More
25m 53s
Nov 2021
Lebanon: Anatomy of a failed state
<p>Lebanon is in economic crisis with shortages of food, medicine and electricity on the ground. Today, how did the country, whose capital was once described as the Paris of the Middle East, get here? And is there hope for the future?</p><p><em>This podcast was brought to yo ... Show More
30m 27s
Oct 2024
Praying through a Revolution – Christelle Hayek, Lebanon
How do you live through a revolution and an explosion and still keep your faith?
In the first episode of the 24-7 Prayer Podcast, Hannah and Brian speak to Christelle, the National Director of 24-7 Prayer Lebanon. She shares what it was like to set up a prayer tent in the middle ... Show More
35m 51s
Feb 2024
61. James Rubin: Working for Biden, American intervention, and the fight against Russian disinformation
“You took me to one side and said be very, very careful of these people, these neo-cons. Because they’re going to use this to do all sorts of stuff that you shouldn’t be involved in.”
What are the limits of foreign intervention? Do the American people still want their country to ... Show More
1h 8m
