Belongings Podcast
1) Beyond Borders: On Identity and Activism with Isra Chaker and Yusuf
Isra Chakir, the extraordinary Syrian-American civil rights activist, joins us for an eye-opening conversation about her journey in advocacy and identity. As a Senior Campaign Manager at Amnesty Inter...Show More
2) Empowering Syrian Youth Through Education with Majed Abdelsamad and George Batah
What does it mean to truly belong? Join us in this compelling episode, “Empowering Syrian Youth Through Education,” where we are honored to speak with George Batah and Majed Abdelsamad, two extraordin...Show More
Empowering Syrian Youth Through Education with Majed Abdelsamad and George Batah
1:18:41 | Sep 13th, 2024
3) Rising from the Rubble: Overcoming Loss and Displacements with Rose McCall and Nour
Join us on an emotional journey with Rose McCall, our Belonging(s) guest and the Director of Philanthropy at Karam Foundation, as she weaves stories of belonging beyond conventional limits. Through he...Show More
Rising from the Rubble: Overcoming Loss and Displacements with Rose McCall and Nour
1:07:17 | Aug 16th, 2024
4) Canvas of Cultures: exploring migration through art with Helen Zughaib and Kardelin
In this episode, embark on a journey of artistic discovery with Helen Zughaib, a visionary artist whose canvas extends far beyond paint and brushes to the core of human experience. Her creation, “Map ...Show More
Canvas of Cultures: exploring migration through art with Helen Zughaib and Kardelin
1:11:34 | Jul 19th, 2024
5) Invisible Threads: Shaping Identity and Journalism with Hala Gorani and Jana
Experience the profound journey of identity and the search for a sense of belonging with Hala Gorani, the renowned journalist whose own story embodies the complexity of culture and heritage. Navigatin...Show More
Invisible Threads: Shaping Identity and Journalism with Hala Gorani and Jana
1:11:25 | Jul 5th, 2024
6) Weaving Narratives of Identity, Diaspora, and Dreams With Liam LoPinto and Shaimaa
Join us on a captivating journey as we explore the nuanced layers of belonging with Liam LoPinto, an Iranian-American filmmaker whose poignant work captures the heart of diaspora experiences.From Kara...Show More
Weaving Narratives of Identity, Diaspora, and Dreams With Liam LoPinto and Shaimaa
1:10:52 | Jun 14th, 2024
7) Courage Across Borders with Arwa Damon and Yusuf
Arwa Damon, a journalist and humanitarian, shares her experiences and insights in this conversation. She discusses her upbringing in the Middle East, her definition of belonging, and her journey as a ...Show More
8) A Tapestry of Art and Identity with Arian Moayed and Aya
As we launch into the third season of our podcast, Arian's reflections on belonging offer a rich tapestry of community and identity woven through personal stories from his life. From the heritage of t...Show More
9) Documenting the Human Spirit: Orlando von Einsiedel on Filmmaking, Conflict, and Belonging
In this season finale of Belongings, embark on an emotional voyage with Orlando von Einsiedel, an Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker whose work in capturing the raw human experience in war-torn regio...Show More
Documenting the Human Spirit: Orlando von Einsiedel on Filmmaking, Conflict, and Belonging
1:05:38 | Jan 13th, 2024
10) REPUBLISHED: Belonging, Activism, and the Struggle for Liberation: A Conversation with Lara Elborno and Lama
In light of recent events, we republish our episode with Lara Elborno, an international lawyer and creator of the Palestine Pod. Together, Lina and Lara discuss the complexities of activism, the conc...Show More