Levant Vibes

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Welcome to Levant Vibes, a podcast where inspiring conversations meet the vibrant culture and rich history of the Levant—a region that includes countries like Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Palestine, known for its deep traditions, hospitality, and resilience. Join us as we chat with incredible guests—leaders, humanitarians, and everyday heroes—who share their journeys, insights on career shifts, family dynamics, and the art of living a joyful life. Whether you’re from the Levant, connected to it, or simply curious about the unique stories and traditions of this region, Levant Vibes is your go-to space for heartfelt discussions and uplifting moments. Tune in to explore leadership lessons, cultural connections, and the universal threads that bring us all together—one vibe at a time.

Episodes

  1. 09/29/2025

    Humanitarian, storyteller, fighter: Rasha’s journey from war in Syria to new dreams.

    Rasha grew up in Damascus,and later witnessed how war limited her dreams. She spent more than a decade with UNICEF, leading humanitarian communications during the Syrian crisis, giving a voice to communities living through conflict. In this episode of Levant Vibes Podcast, Rasha shares her journey through humanitarian work, resilience, and reinventing herself through storytelling and social media in Dubai.

    28 min
  2. Humanitarian, storyteller, fighter: Rasha’s journey from war in Syria to new dreams.

    09/28/2025

    Humanitarian, storyteller, fighter: Rasha’s journey from war in Syria to new dreams.

    Rasha’s story is one of resilience, contribution, and reinvention. She grew up in Damascus, Syria, where life was full of culture, family, and possibility — until the war changed everything. Conflict reshaped daily life, limited opportunities, and left many, including Rasha, feeling stuck and unable to dream of a different future. Despite the challenges, Rasha built a powerful career with UNICEF, spending more than a decade leading humanitarian communications during the Syrian crisis. Her work gave a voice to communities living through conflict and highlighted the resilience of Syrian people at a time when their stories needed to be heard most. In this episode of Levant Vibes Podcast, Rasha shares what it was like growing up in Syria, witnessing the impact of war on her personal and professional life, and working on the frontlines of humanitarian emergencies. She opens up about the emotional toll of feeling stuck, the courage it took to put herself out there again, and how experimenting with Arabic social media content in Dubai helped her reclaim her voice as a storyteller. We also talk about what it feels like to return to Damascus today with fresh eyes, how her roots continue to shape her, and why telling authentic voices from the Levant matters more than ever. 🎧 Subscribe to Levant Vibes for more stories of resilience, humanitarian work, and reinvention from across the Levant.

    28 min

  3. 06/05/2025

    Spreading Smiles, Saving Lives: A UNICEF Leader’s Journey from Lebanon to Global Humanitarian Missions

    In this episode of Levant Vibes, we explore the inspiring story of Edgard — a senior UNICEF humanitarian leader whose career has spanned over 22 years across conflict zones and global emergencies. Born in Lebanon, Edgard walked away from a thriving family business to serve children in crisis across.

    26 min
  4. Spreading Smiles, Saving Lives: A UNICEF Leader’s Journey from Lebanon to Global Humanitarian Missions

    06/04/2025

    Spreading Smiles, Saving Lives: A UNICEF Leader’s Journey from Lebanon to Global Humanitarian Missions

    In this episode of Levant Vibes, we explore the inspiring story of Edgard — a senior UNICEF humanitarian leader whose career has spanned over 22 years across conflict zones and global emergencies. Born in Lebanon, Edgard walked away from a thriving family business to serve children in crisis across Iraq, Nigeria, and Papua New Guinea. He shares the personal sacrifices behind the mission — from missed family moments to life-threatening decisions — and the purpose that kept him going. 🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn: What it takes to build a career in the UN and humanitarian aid How to lead high-pressure emergency responses The emotional and personal toll of frontline humanitarian work How cultural identity and early leadership shaped Edgard’s global career Real advice for young professionals interested in international development and UNICEF This is a must-listen for anyone interested in global leadership, international humanitarian work, the UN system, and career pivots with purpose. 🎙️ Stream now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, podbean, ytube. Follow on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXTLqvJsn2ht6YdSOPzwdZA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levant_vibes_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LevantVibespodcast

    26 min

  5. 04/24/2025

    Where You Come From, On a Plate: Racha’s Story of Immigration, Food & Syrian Flavours

    In this episode of Levant Vibes, host Ola Diab sits down with Racha, a Syrian immigrant and self-taught cook based in Australia, whose story is layered with courage, culture, and unforgettable flavour. We talk about the flavours of Syria, the warmth of Arab hospitality, and leaving Syria to starting over in a new country, Racha shares the emotional journey of migration, rebuilding, and rediscovering purpose through food.

    26 min

  6. 03/11/2025

    From Growing Up in Syria to Global Success: Haya Douidri’s Can-Do Attitude on Career, Networking & Balance

    In this episode, I sit down with Haya Douidri, a Syrian-Dutch leader in public policy, Columbia University graduate, and former UN and oil industry professional. We dive into: Growing up in Syria, Career pivots, The power of networking,Balancing work and family.

    32 min

  7. 01/10/2025

    From Syria to the World: Salma Kahale on Feminism, Family, and Empowerment Across Borders

    In this inspiring episode of Levant Vibes, we sit down with Salma Kahale—an accomplished feminist advocate, NGO founder, and global leader who has dedicated her life to empowering women across the Middle East and beyond. Where we learn about leadership in changing environment, feminism in the middle east and work/ life balance.  Follow me on Instagram: levant_vibes_podcast

    24 min
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Welcome to Levant Vibes, a podcast where inspiring conversations meet the vibrant culture and rich history of the Levant—a region that includes countries like Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Palestine, known for its deep traditions, hospitality, and resilience. Join us as we chat with incredible guests—leaders, humanitarians, and everyday heroes—who share their journeys, insights on career shifts, family dynamics, and the art of living a joyful life. Whether you’re from the Levant, connected to it, or simply curious about the unique stories and traditions of this region, Levant Vibes is your go-to space for heartfelt discussions and uplifting moments. Tune in to explore leadership lessons, cultural connections, and the universal threads that bring us all together—one vibe at a time.

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    oladiab86
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