Alaa Abi Ali was the wildcard. The rough around the edges, do it differently type person. He was dorm mates with Host Ali Rifai and through their time at the American University of Beirut, developed a lasting friendship that was only resurfaced during this show.
Alaa has always been eccentric, interesting and everything if not a hard worker but also weirdl ... Show More
Sep 2024
#55 - Hasan Jad Traboulsi - The Odyssey of Rakmajeh: A Story of Surf, Turf & Wonder
What an episode to end Season 4 with. Season 4 was a journey in its own right, but as Hasan Traboulsi puts it: his story is an Odyssey itself. A man filled with Wonder and Excitement, Hasan Traboulsi has never shied away from challenges and “calculated” risks. Always a natural ex ... Show More
1h 18m
Aug 2018
Ali Al Saloom: Cultural evolution, defusing supremacy and celebrating similarities
If you have Dubai TV on during iftar in Ramadan, then you’ve definitely seen Ali doing his Doroub show. Or you may have been exposed to his work during his stint with Ask Ali. This week I sit with Ali to talk culture, traditions and ants eating private parts (you have to listen t ... Show More
1h 33m
Aug 2023
6 Months of ABSURDE.. An Open and Honest Discussion! | Ep #20
Celebrate with us as we mark Absurde's 6-Month milestone! In this episode, we share our podcast's passionate beginnings and welcome back Ali, an original co-host who later embarked on a new journey. We discuss why Ali left, how it ended amicably, and explore the idea that parting ... Show More
22m 36s
Mar 2023
Ali Shihabi
I'm joined on this episode by Ali Shihabi. Ali is a businessman, an investor, a scholar, a writer, and a pundit. A few years ago, Ali left the management of his company, Rasmala Investment Bank, to focus on his passion for writing and commentary. Ali has published two books — Ara ... Show More
54m 14s
Aug 2020
Sultan Al-Qassemi | Bridging Cultures Through Arab Art and Architecture
<p>Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi is a UAE-based columnist, researcher, and the founder of the Barjeel Art Foundation. His articles have been featured in major publications globally, including The Financial Times and The Guardian. Through the Barjeel Art Foundation, Sultan has significa ... Show More
50m 51s
Mar 2021
Tunisian Music & Jazz Fusion | Yacine Boulares
<p>We discussed Yacine Boulares' label Shames Records, and the Habibi festival he founded in New York. We also talked about his music, his work with countless musical legends, and his band AJOYO, a mystic brew of African tradition, jazz, and soul.</p><p>Created & Hosted by Mikey ... Show More
50m 8s
<p>We interviewed Khalid Albaih to discuss his work, his art, and the limits and possibilities associated with the political cartoon medium. </p><p>Connect with Khalid: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/KhalidAlBaih/">https://www.instagram.com/KhalidAlBaih/</a></p><p>Created & ... Show More
