Obnoxiously Pleasant

Hanan & Lina
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An Arab American podcast where we share our love of Arab culture, food, and everything in between.This is an apolitical podcast with a focus on having great conversations and a good laugh. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9zCKug0jbPEsRQegq99mOA?app=desktop

  1. 4D AGO

    Why Does Every Day Feel Like a Bad Season Finale?

    Every day feels like a bad season finale and honestly we’re exhausted. From genocide and ICE raids to the war on Iran and the Epstein files, it literally never stops. In this episode, we talk about feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, and stuck in high-functioning depression while life just keeps moving like everything is normal. If you’ve been feeling mentally drained, anxious, or just not okay lately, you’re not alone. We’re not okay, but we’re still here. Support the show Become a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1786960/support Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and UpScrolled @ObnoxiouslyPleasant Follow us on Twitter @TheOP_Podcast

    24 min

  2. MAR 31

    Grief is Weird

    On our first episode back after a long break, we talk about where we’ve been and why the podcast took a break. We share a bit about what life has looked like behind the scenes lately. Hanan opens up about losing her dad to cancer and what the grieving process has been like for her. Support the show Become a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1786960/support Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and UpScrolled @ObnoxiouslyPleasant Follow us on Twitter @TheOP_Podcast

    23 min

  3. 11/18/2025

    "Date Them Till You Hate Them" and Will We Ever Escape "67"?

    Hanan and Lina are back with a catch-up episode. They discuss the new dating trend “date them till you hate them,” break down how “67” became Dictionary.com’s slang term of the year, and Lina shares her scary encounter with a garden snake. Tune in...it's a good one. Support the show Become a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1786960/support Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and UpScrolled @ObnoxiouslyPleasant Follow us on Twitter @TheOP_Podcast

    45 min

  4. 10/21/2025

    Grandma Showers & PTO Naps?!

    On this week’s episode, Hanan and Lina talk about the relief of finally hearing about a ceasefire in Gaza, the weird new trend of “grandma showers,” and why everyone’s using their PTO just to sleep. Somewhere in between, Hanan calls out Lina for refusing to go out after dark. As usual, the conversation ends up all over the place. Support the show Become a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1786960/support Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and UpScrolled @ObnoxiouslyPleasant Follow us on Twitter @TheOP_Podcast

    28 min

  5. 10/14/2025

    UpScrolled: The App Taking On Instagram and TikTok

    This week, Hanan and Lina chat with Issam Hijazi, the founder of UpScrolled, a brand new social app that’s taking on Meta and TikTok. Upscrolled promises to be different: no shadowbans, no censorship, and no algorithms deciding who gets seen and who doesn’t. Issam shares how the idea came after watching Palestinian voices repeatedly silenced online during the genocide. That frustration pushed him to build a platform that’s fair, transparent, and for the people, not the ads. It’s a conversation about tech, resistance, and reclaiming our digital space. Support the show Become a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1786960/support Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and UpScrolled @ObnoxiouslyPleasant Follow us on Twitter @TheOP_Podcast

    38 min

  6. 09/23/2025

    TikTok Takeover, Celebs on Palestine & Everything Else

    On this week’s episode, Hanan and Lina cover a little bit of everything — from the TikTok sale and its impact on pro-Palestinian voices, to calling out racist high school friends online. They also spotlight amazing Palestinian-owned small businesses you can support. Jerusalem Stone: https://www.instagram.com/_jerusalem.stone?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZWRwazlvaHFoMDky  Ibn Gaza: https://www.instagram.com/ibn.gaza_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=bjZiOWVxZ3Npd2x6   Please consider donating to the following organizations and campaigns: Medicine Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) https://give.doctorswithoutborders.org/ Al-Mawasi Clinic: Help volunteer healthcare workers at Al-Mawasi Clinic continue their mission—treating the wounded, caring for the sick, and saving lives with whatever limited supplies they have. https://chuffed.org/project/137827-help-al-mawasi-clinic-provide-life-saving-care Sameer Project: a Palestinian-led aid initiative working to supply emergency shelter and aid to displaced families in Gaza. https://chuffed.org/project/136892-medical-campaign-x-sameer-project Support Alaa’s family in Gaza: https://gogetfunding.com/please-help-alaa-and-his-family-rebuild-their-life-in-gaza-2/ Support the show Become a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1786960/support Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and UpScrolled @ObnoxiouslyPleasant Follow us on Twitter @TheOP_Podcast

    29 min

  7. 09/16/2025

    The Wildest Things People Have Said About Us

    On this week’s episode, Hanan and Lina react to viewer comments. From genuine encouragement to straight-up hate, the comment section does not disappoint. They share the funniest, meanest, and most unhinged comments they’ve ever gotten. Please consider donating to the following organizations and campaigns: Medicine Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) https://give.doctorswithoutborders.org/ Al-Mawasi Clinic: Help volunteer healthcare workers at Al-Mawasi Clinic continue their mission—treating the wounded, caring for the sick, and saving lives with whatever limited supplies they have. https://chuffed.org/project/137827-help-al-mawasi-clinic-provide-life-saving-care Sameer Project: a Palestinian-led aid initiative working to supply emergency shelter and aid to displaced families in Gaza. https://chuffed.org/project/136892-medical-campaign-x-sameer-project Support Tareq’s family in Gaza: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-tareqs-family-in-gaza Support the show Become a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1786960/support Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and UpScrolled @ObnoxiouslyPleasant Follow us on Twitter @TheOP_Podcast

    22 min

  8. 09/09/2025

    "What Will People Think?" Sara Hamdan on Palestinian Identity & Breaking Stereotypes

    On this week’s episode, Hanan and Lina sit down with Palestinian American author Sara Hamdan to talk about her debut novel "What Will People Think?", the complexities of Palestinian identity, breaking Arab cultural taboos, and why representation in literature matters. Sara opens up about Arab culture, the importance of breaking stereotypes, and the challenges of writing stories that reflect her experiences. She also shares the inspiration behind her book, her process of navigating identity in her writing, and why telling Palestinian stories is more important than ever. You can buy Sara Hamdan’s “What Will People Think” using the links below: Macmillan Publishers: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250329813/whatwillpeoplethink/ Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/what-will-people-think-sara-hamdan/1146167710?ean=9781250329813 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/What-Will-People-Think-Novel/dp/1250329817  Please consider donating to the following organizations and campaigns: Medicine Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) https://give.doctorswithoutborders.org/ Al-Mawasi Clinic: Help volunteer healthcare workers at Al-Mawasi Clinic continue their mission—treating the wounded, caring for the sick, and saving lives with whatever limited supplies they have. https://chuffed.org/project/137827-help-al-mawasi-clinic-provide-life-saving-care Sameer Project: a Palestinian-led aid initiative working to supply emergency shelter and aid to displaced families in Gaza. https://chuffed.org/project/136892-medical-campaign-x-sameer-project Support Tareq’s family in Gaza: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-tareqs-family-in-gaza Support the show Become a supporter of the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1786960/support Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and UpScrolled @ObnoxiouslyPleasant Follow us on Twitter @TheOP_Podcast

    38 min
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An Arab American podcast where we share our love of Arab culture, food, and everything in between.This is an apolitical podcast with a focus on having great conversations and a good laugh. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9zCKug0jbPEsRQegq99mOA?app=desktop

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  • Creator
    Hanan & Lina
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Obnoxiously Pleasant
  • Show Website
    Obnoxiously Pleasant

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