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Abratalks, the podcast of Abramundi that gives a voice to those who are transforming the MENA region. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Sophie Wiesenfeld: "L'Abrahamisme est à la région MENA ce que l'Europe est à ses peuples : un cadre commun."

    29 JAN

    Sophie Wiesenfeld: "L'Abrahamisme est à la région MENA ce que l'Europe est à ses peuples : un cadre commun."

    Dans ce 11e épisode d’Abratalks, nous recevons Sophie Wiesenfeld, fondatrice du think tank Hexagon Society, basé à Londres, pour une conversation sur le projet européen comme source d'inspiration féconde pour l'abrahamisme. Issue d’un héritage marocain, polonais et tunisien, à la croisée des mondes occidental et oriental, Sophie revient sur la manière dont ses racines et son parcours académique ont façonné son attachement à la cause européenne et son engagement pour les droits de l'homme, en particulier au Moyen-Orient. Mémoire, universalisme, dialogue interculturel, rôle de l’Europe après le Brexit et ponts à construire avec la région MENA...autant de sujets évoqués qui nous invitent à repenser notre rapport à ces deux régions qui s'enrichissent mutuellement. Sophie nous partage également son regard sur les enjeux contemporains, de la situation actuelle en Iran à la cause kurde, en particulier en Syrie, et esquisse une vision d’avenir fondée sur la coexistence, l’intelligence collective et la responsabilité des nouvelles générations. Un épisode éclairant, qui interroge nos cadres politiques et culturels pour penser la paix, ici et ailleurs. 00:00  Introduction 00:28  Un héritage culturel entre Europe et Afrique du Nord03:28  Parcours académique et découverte du droit européen08:57  Une prise de conscience européenne12:10  Engagement pour les droits de l'homme15:13  Le rôle des valeurs universelles en géopolitique15:58  Identité culturelle et engagement citoyen17:22  Repenser le dialogue et la coexistence19:30  Ce que la région MENA peut apprendre du modèle européen24:03  L’abrahamisme comme cadre de coexistence25:43  Regard sur l'actualité : la révolution iranienne29:36  Vision pour l’avenir de la région MENA31:48  Conclusion  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    34 min
  2. Einat Levi: "Creating a partnership is an act of faith focusing on a possible future."

    29/12/2025

    Einat Levi: "Creating a partnership is an act of faith focusing on a possible future."

    In this 10th episode, Einat Levi, a strategic consultant focused on MENA partnerships, shares her multicultural background and the profound impact of her upbringing in Haifa, a city known for its coexistence. She talks about the concept of 'Arab Jew' and reflects on her first visit to Morocco, a journey of rediscovering her heritage. Enjoy listening and don't forget to suscribe, like and share this episode! 00:00 Introduction 01:59 Multicultural Roots and Identity 04:58 Growing Up in Haifa 07:28 Understanding Identity 10:36 Absence vs. Loss 13:44 First Visit to Morocco 16:26 The Theory of Longing 19:23 Diplomacy & Regional Development 23:11 The Art of Partnership Building 26:51 Current Projects and Collaborative Efforts 31:05 Cultural Connections Through Cities 36:52 Morocco's Pluralistic Identity 44:44 The Essence of Abrahamism 47:24 The Future of the MENA Region Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    52 min
  3. Aurèle Tobelem: "Abrahamic narratives demand bravery."

    21/10/2025

    Aurèle Tobelem: "Abrahamic narratives demand bravery."

    In this 9th episode of Abratalks, we welcome Aurèle Tobelem, Director of Research at the Forum for Foreign Relations, Historian, and Cultural Strategist. From the Gaza ceasefire to the evolving legacy of the Abraham Accords, Aurèle shares his perspective on the shifting geopolitical landscape of the MENA region exploring how history, identity, and storytelling intertwine to shape our understanding of peace. Through this dialogue, he reflects on the challenges of counter-extremism, the power of interfaith dialogue, and the enduring importance of Jewish-Muslim relations in building a shared future... Enjoy listening and don't forget to suscribe, like and share this episode! 00:00 Introduction 01:35 Few words about current events in the MENA region 03:35 Aurele Tobelem's unique journey 09:28 The intersection of scholarship and storytelling 12:31 Navigating Historical Narratives and Memorial Wars 16:28 Counter-Extremism and Peacebuilding 21:14 The Importance of Jewish-Muslim Relationships 24:42 The Future of the Abraham Accords 31:48 Shifts in Middle Eastern Alliances 34:58 Interfaith Dialogue and Cultural Understanding 42:42 Abrahamic or mosaic narrative to shape the region's future 44:14 Three Wishes for the Future of the MENA Region Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    48 min
  4. Othman El Kachtoul: "J'ai appris l'hébreu pour mieux comprendre le Coran."

    02/07/2025

    Othman El Kachtoul: "J'ai appris l'hébreu pour mieux comprendre le Coran."

    Dans ce huitième épisode d’Abratalks, nous recevons Othman El Kachtoul, diplomate, islamologue et enseignant. Né à Tanger dans une famille traditionnelle aux lointaines origines espagnoles, Othman étudie l'ingénierie en France puis commence sa carrière chez Décathlon. Il rejoint ensuite le Quai d’Orsay, rattrapé par son goût de l'autre et du dialogue interculturel. Après plusieurs années en poste au Moyen-Orient, une agrégation d'arabe réussie et une thèse de doctorat consacrée à l'Etat islamique, il rejoint le monde universitaire où il enseigne depuis l'islamologie. Un échange passionnant sur le rôle du diplomate, l'étude critique du fait religieux et les convergences, plus fréquentes qu'on ne le croit, entre les textes sacrés fondateurs des trois monothéismes. Mais également sur notre rapport à l'identité, à la coexistence et à la transmission des savoirs, à l'heure où la montée des radicalismes et l'importation des conflits au Moyen-Orient en France mettent à mal notre cohésion nationale. Nous vous souhaitons une agréable écoute. N'oubliez pas de vous abonner, liker et partager cet épisode ! Chapitres: 00:00 Introduction 03:02 Une enfance marocaine 05:30 Arrivée et études en France 10:54 D'ingénieur à diplomate 14:41 En poste au Moyen-Orient 19:07 Identité et diplomatie 23:50 Penser l'islam suite aux attentats de 2015 30:55 Islamologie et abrahamologie 34:25 Convergences des textes sacrés 39:50 Prospérité partagée et transmission des savoirs 44:35 Trois voeux pour l'avenir de la région MENA Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    50 min
  5. Fatema Al Harbi: "We need everyone to have the stable Middle East that we all want."

    03/06/2025

    Fatema Al Harbi: "We need everyone to have the stable Middle East that we all want."

    In this seventh episode of Abratalks, we meet Fatema Alharbi, a passionate peace advocate from Bahrain and Gulf Affairs Director at Sharaka, an organization that fosters dialogue and understanding between the peoples of the Middle East. Fatema shares how her background in public speaking, sports, and writing led her to embrace activism and diplomacy. Through Sharaka, she works to build bridges between communities, promoting cultural exchange and coexistence across the region. In this conversation, she speaks about Bahrain’s tradition of peaceful coexistence, the importance of people-to-people diplomacy, and the essential role of women in peacebuilding efforts. With strength and clarity, she reminds us that activism, though challenging, can truly make a difference ; and that the path to a more inclusive and peaceful MENA region begins with connection, courage, and dialogue. Enjoy listening and don't forget to suscribe, like and share this episode! 01:13 Introduction to Peace Advocacy in the Gulf 01:56 Fatema’s Personal Journey and Background 06:41 The Role of Sharaka in Peace Advocacy 10:24 People-to-People Diplomacy and Public Speaking 12:38 The Importance of Coexistence and Cultural Diversity 20:46 Feminism and Women's Role in Peace Advocacy 23:15 Future Vision for the MENA Region 27:47 Concluding Thoughts and Aspirations Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    29 min
  6. Namak ou la coexistence dans l'assiette !

    05/05/2025

    Namak ou la coexistence dans l'assiette !

    Dans ce podcast, nous sommes allés à la rencontre de Rod et Arthur, les propriétaires du restaurant iranien NAMAK à Paris. Amis d'enfance, ils ont combiné leurs cultures - iranienne et juive tunisienne - pour créer une cantine perse unique. Ils partagent l'importance de leurs racines dans l'élaboration de leur menu, où saveurs et traditions se rencontrent pour créer des plats innovants et savoureux. La cuisine devient ainsi un puissant moyen de rapprocher les cultures, en mettant en évidence les éléments communs qui les unissent. Cet épisode illustre comment leur amitié a été le moteur de leur entreprise et comment la cuisine contribue à tisser des liens entre leurs communautés respectives. Ils évoquent également les valeurs de partage, d'ouverture et d'inclusion qui définissent la coexistence et guident leur travail quotidien. Namak : 18 Rue Saint-Lazare 75009 Paris Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    35 min
  7. Chama Mechtaly : "It's time for an Abrahamic vision of our similarities."

    21/04/2025

    Chama Mechtaly : "It's time for an Abrahamic vision of our similarities."

    In this sixth episode of Abratalks, Chama Mechtaly shares her deeply personal journey of navigating identity, belonging, and activism as a woman born into a mixed Muslim and Jewish family in Morocco. Through her story, we explore the power of intersectionality, art, and cultural syncretism in shaping personal and collective narratives. From her early years in Morocco to her discovery of activism in the US, Chama reflects on what it means to live at the crossroads of identities and how that position can foster resilience, understanding, and peace-building. Enjoy listening and don't forget to suscribe, like and share this episode! 02:25 Navigating through Personal and Family Identity 05:15 Growing Up in a Mixed Family 09:57 The Role of Art in Identity Expression 13:55 Intersectionality and Activism in the US 18:30 Misrepresentation of Middle Eastern Identities 22:08 The Journey of a Wanderer and Weaver 29:19 The Concept of "Abra" and Its Significance 30:07 Founding the Emma Lazarus Institute 37:35 Syncretism and Coexistence in the MENA Region 50:55 The Abrahamic Narrative for the Future 55:23 Three Wishes for the Future of the MENA Region Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    1 hr
  8. Nada Majdalani : "Environmental and water issues are a peacebuilding tool."

    26/03/2025

    Nada Majdalani : "Environmental and water issues are a peacebuilding tool."

    In this fifth Abratalks episode, Nada Majdalani, Palestine Director of EcoPeace, discusses the role of this NGO in promoting environmental cooperation and climate security between Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian territories, and the importance of education and community engagement in addressing environmental issues. She emphasizes the interconnectedness of environmental concerns, peace building and regional stability, the need for cultural sensitivity in addressing these issues, and the role of women in leadership within the environmental sector. Nada also shares her hopes for the future of the MENA region. Enjoy listening and don't forget to suscribe, like and share this episode! 02:06 A Palestinian family story 04:58 The Role of Education in Environmental Awareness 09:08 The role of EcoPeace : promoting shared responsability over the environment and regional water resources 13:52 Thinking outside the box : water and environmental issues as a peacebuilding tool 17:07 Addressing environmental issues as a universal concern 21:56 The Role of Women in Peacebuilding and Environmental Issues 28:49 Future Aspirations for the MENA Region Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    38 min
  9. Dalia Ziada : "We all belong to the same source, the same Adam and Eve, the same human family."

    17/03/2025

    Dalia Ziada : "We all belong to the same source, the same Adam and Eve, the same human family."

    In this fourth episode of Abratalks, Dalia Ziada shares her transformative journey from Egypt to the US to become a prominent advocate for peace and dialogue between the Arab countries and Israel, a fighter against Islamism, and an expert on the geopolitics of the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean. As an activist, she recounts her awakening during a university protest for the Intifada and her experiences after 7 October. Her commitment to promoting liberal democracy in the Middle East stems from the Arab Spring and her deep-rooted struggle against the Muslim Brotherhood. She stresses the universal need for democracy and human rights, challenging the notion that these values are exclusively Western concepts. Her personal journey of navigating faith and identity as a Muslim woman, the complexities surrounding women's rights and the hijab, the importance of interfaith coexistence and her hopes for the future of the MENA region are an eye-opening testimony. Enjoy listening and don't forget to suscribe, like and share this episode! 02:09 Growing up in an Antizionist Egypt 04:38 Awakening and Advocacy for Peace 07:32 The Impact of October 7 and Radicalization 11:32 Academic Background and Early Career 15:57 The Arab Spring and Democratic Aspirations 20:34 Liberal Democracy and Its Importance 25:23 Cultural Perspectives on Democracy 25:48 Navigating Identity and Faith 26:09 Establishing Think Tanks and Future Goals 27:31 Women’s Rights and the Hijab Debate 33:00 Coexistence and Shared Heritage 36:33 Three Wishes for the Future of the MENA Region Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    41 min
  10. Laure d'Hauteville : "L'art fait tomber les murs pour pouvoir se rassembler."

    24/02/2025

    Laure d'Hauteville : "L'art fait tomber les murs pour pouvoir se rassembler."

    Dans ce troisième épisode d'Abratalks, nous avons l'honneur de recevoir Laure d'Hauteville, figure éminente de l'art moderne et contemporain au Moyen-Orient et en Afrique du Nord. Son parcours exceptionnel, de la découverte de la scène artistique libanaise à la création de Menart Fair, une plateforme dédiée aux artistes du Levant et du Golfe, témoigne d'une vision audacieuse et d'un engagement profond. Au cours de cette conversation captivante, Laure d'Hauteville partage ses perspectives sur le rôle crucial des femmes dans l'art, l'importance du dialogue interculturel et le pouvoir de l'art en tant que vecteur de paix dans la région. Elle souligne l'importance du dialogue interculturel dans la région, et comment l'art peut être un outil puissant pour construire des ponts entre les nations. Nous espérons que vous apprécierez cet épisode et n'oubliez pas de vous abonner, de liker et de partager ! 01:10 Introduction à l'art moderne et contemporain 02:12 La passion pour l'art et ses débuts 06:11 Le Liban, un carrefour culturel 09:26 Les femmes, figures clés de l'art au Moyen-Orient 14:58 Les défis de l'organisation des foires d'art 20:39 L'importance du dialogue à travers l'art 28:10 L’impact du 11 septembre sur l’art arabe 35:11 La coexistence et la paix à travers l’art 50:05 L’avenir de la scène artistique au Moyen-Orient Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    1 hr
  11. Khaled Hassan : “My Egyptian vision for peace : a train from Cairo to Jerusalem.”

    28/01/2025

    Khaled Hassan : “My Egyptian vision for peace : a train from Cairo to Jerusalem.”

    In this second episode of Abratalks, we sit down with Khaled Hassan to explore his extraordinary journey from growing up in Egypt to embracing Judaism and becoming a passionate advocate for dialogue, coexistence and innovation in the MENA region. Khaled shares how his childhood, shaped by cultural diversity and personal challenges, led him on a path of self-discovery, culminating in his commitment to fostering Arab-Israeli relations and combating radicalism. Throughout the conversation, Khaled delves into his work in international relations, his transformative experiences in Israel, and the role of entrepreneurship in driving meaningful change. He reflects on the challenges of promoting peace in a region fraught with tension and highlights the untapped potential of technology to unite nations. Enjoy listening and don't forget to suscribe, like and share this episode!01:02 Introduction to Khaled's Journey 03:07 Growing Up in Egypt: Culture and Family Dynamics 07:23 Identity and Conversion: A Personal Transformation 12:14 Political Engagement and International Relations 18:31 Life in the UK: Challenges and Opportunities 22:25 Entrepreneurial Aspirations: Investing in Egypt 29:44 Vision for the Future: MENA Region Transformation 35:53 Combating Radicalism: A Path Forward 39:13 The Role of Technology in Regional Change 41:47 Conclusion: Hope for the Future Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    44 min
  12. Hayvi Bouzo : "As a journalist, I want to promote what's right. People are hungry for peace!"

    08/01/2025

    Hayvi Bouzo : "As a journalist, I want to promote what's right. People are hungry for peace!"

    In this first Abratalks conversation, Hayvi Bouzo shares her journey from her mixed heritage in Syria to becoming a prominent journalist and advocate for peace in the Middle East. She discusses her childhood which was marked by liberal values and open discussions, the challenges of reporting under the repressive regime of Bachar Al Assad, and her transition to political journalism in the US, which influenced her views on freedom. Thanks to Yalla, an Arab-speaking media that she co-founded, she promotes the importance of coexistence, pluralism, and the potential of the Abraham Accords to reshape the MENA region's future. Her vision includes freedom of worship, collaboration, and the emergence of good leadership. Enjoy listening and don't forget to suscribe, like and share this episode! 01:40 Origins and Family Background 04:47 Childhood Influences and Aspirations 07:24 Journalistic Beginnings in Syria 10:29 Challenges of Reporting Under a Regime 13:08 Transition to Political Journalism in the US 15:56 The Call for Peace and Coexistence 18:27 Founding Yalla and Promoting Peace 21:28 The Role of Pluralism and Universalism 24:02 The Impact of the Abraham Accords 26:59 A Vision for the Future of the MENA Region34:24 Three Wishes for the Future of the Region Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    38 min
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Abratalks, the podcast of Abramundi that gives a voice to those who are transforming the MENA region. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Abramundi
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Abramundi Ensemble
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