Yalla! Let's Talk.

Yalla! Let's Talk.
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Yalla! Let's Talk.

A podcast designed to change the narrative. In each episode, host Hani Dajani invites special guests to provide insights on a wide range of topics, from politics, to business, to even relationships. Listen anywhere you get your podcast, and please rate and review the podcast if you enjoyed it.

  1. Joanna Arida REVEALS the TRUTH about fame and why representation matters

    14 DE NOV.

    Joanna Arida REVEALS the TRUTH about fame and why representation matters

    A conversation with Jordanian actress, model, and filmmaker Joanna Arida about representation, fame after the Netflix show "Al-Rawabi School for Girls", and mental health. What We Discuss: (0:00) Intro (01:35) How do you find motivation to try different things? (05:15) Why is representation so important for Joanna?(17:05) Al-Rawabi School for Girls (23:31) Joanna gets real about anxiety & mental health (32:42) Let's talk about mental health in Jordan (37:50) Takeaways This episode was shot at Wild Jordan Centre in Jordan. You can check it out https://wildjordancenter.com/ YOU CAN LEARN MORE ABOUT JOANNA ARIDA: WEBSITE: https://joannaarida.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/joannaarida/?hl=enYOU CAN FIND US: INSTAGRAM: @yallaletstalk .TIKTOK: @yallaletstalk LISTEN TO YALLA! LET'S TALK.SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTX... APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034...#arab #yallaletstalk #jordan

    39min
  2. From Fairuz to Skrillex: How Nai Barghouti Makes Her Mark

    5 DE OUT.

    From Fairuz to Skrillex: How Nai Barghouti Makes Her Mark

    Today, I sit down with the insanely talented Nai Barghouti – a Palestinian singer, composer, and flutist who's been compared to legends like Fairouz and Umm Kulthoum. She's not just about music; she’s about making a statement. In this episode, we dive into her journey, her passion for blending music and advocating for Palestine, and what it’s like to represent Palestinian heritage on the global stage. Oh, and we talk about her collab with EDM superstar Skrillex on the hit track “Xena.”Nai even gives us a special live performance of her song “Mum, Sing to the Wind” – and shares the biggest challenges she’s facing right now. This is one you don't want to miss! In this episode, we talk about: (0:00:00) Get to know Nai Barghouti! (0:08:01) Why Nai chose to pursue music? (0:14:24) Lebanon and Fairuz (00:19:00) Do music and politics go hand in hand? (0:25:45) Nai's Music and Sound (0:37:10) The challenges for women & Arab musicians (0:43:38) Skrillex, XENA, and Palestinian Folkore (0:51:18): Nai SINGS and Tells us about the song "Mum, Sing to the Wind (يما مويل الهوا)" (0:56:18) Nai's biggest challenge right now Follow Nai Barghouti Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naibarghoutiofficial/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ @naibarghouti  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/78XHgIjAv0tqb9hVRUsifgWe thank you Marsm.ca (Canada) for supporting this episode and helping amplify all kinds of Arabic music.

    1h2min
  3. Lina Makoul: My Journey as an Independent Artist Living Under Occupation

    19 DE SET.

    Lina Makoul: My Journey as an Independent Artist Living Under Occupation

    In this episode, I sit down with Palestinian artist Lina Makoul to talk about life in occupied Palestine, the story behind her powerful song "On Mute," and what it means to be a '48 Palestinian.' Plus, an exclusive live performance and her bold vision for using music to elevate the Palestinian narrative worldwide. In this episode, we talk about the following: (00:00): Intro (1:25) What is it like to be Palestinian living in occupied Palestine (now known as northern state of Israel)? (04:35) Who are "48' Palestinian"? (09:40) Lina's Art: "on mute". Breaks down the song, the inspiration, and the music video. (14:48) "on mute": a live performance (16:15) What does this Palestinian artist want to achieve with here music? Special thanks to Marsm.ca for supporting this episode and helping amplify all kinds of Arabic music.

    32min

  4. 30 DE AGO.

    Sex in the Arab World l Shereen El Feki

    "If you really want to know people, you start by looking inside their bedroom". Today, I talk to journalist and author, Shereen El Feki on what goes behind closed doors in the Arab world. We are diving into sensitive topics, such as the sexual evolution in the region, sex in Islam, and the experiences of coming out as queer vs. staying in the closet. Join us for an eye-opening discussion that sheds light on what's really happening in the region. Shereen El Feki is an Egyptian-British journalist and author, most notable for her book Sex and the Citadel: Intimate Life in a Changing Arab World. Shereen started her career in medical science, with a PhD in immunology from Trinity College, Cambridge, before going on to become a healthcare correspondent with The Economist and a presenter with Al Jazeera English. She is the former vice-chair of the UN’s Global Commission on HIV and the Law, as well as a TED global fellow.Note: This episode is not suitable for minors. Viewers discretion is advised. In this episode, we talk about the following: (1:47) Why is sex a powerful lens to see the world? (9:36) HIV in the Middle East and North Africa (19:36) What does sex in the Arab World look like?(23:20) Honour Killings & Patriarchy (31:33) a sexual revolution? No. It's sexual evolution. (33:36) LGBQT+ in the Arab World (41:04) is there harm to living a life of secrecy and privacy? (43:39) The role of NGOs in the region (46:05 ) Sex in Islam? (49:00) How did the Arab world become so conservative?

    55min

  5. 19 DE AGO. · BÔNUS

    Let's Talk Music with SHKOON [BONUS]

    Get ready to vibe with Shkoon! With the duo themselves, we’re breaking down their coolest tracks, what inspired them, and the meaning behind the music. Tune in for a deep dive into the sounds and stories that make Shkoon so special. Special shoutout to Marsm.ca for their support with this episode.

    18min

  6. 19 DE AGO.

    SHKOON: How a Syrian Refugee and a German Became One of The World's Leading Electronic Duos

    In this episode, host Hani Dajani talks to music duo, SHKOON, about their journey and how their music has a strong cultural impact, addressing themes of identity, displacement, and hope. We also talk about SHKOON's music incorporates elements of Arabic folk songs, Sufi poetry, and classical music, combined with modern electronic beats. SHKOON is made up of duo Ameen and Thorben. Ameen, originally from Syria, fled to Germany due to the Syrian civil war. He brought with him a deep connection to the traditional music of his homeland, which greatly influences Shkoon’s sound. Thorben, with a background in classical and jazz music, contributes his knowledge of Western music theory and electronic production. We thank Marsm.ca for supporting this episode and helping amplify all kinds of Arabic music.

    32min

  7. 26 DE JUL.

    Nataly Aukar talks about life in Lebanon, comedy and growing up Lebanese

    Hani Dajani sits down with Lebanese-American Comedian Nataly Aukar. Nataly talks about her upbringing in Lebanon, what it was like moving to New York, the red flags to look for when you make new friends, talks about her career so far and opens up on what rebuilding Lebanon means to her. Nataly Aukar has sold out shows across the world, and performed a long side stand-up comedians such as Hasan Minhaj and Rami Youssef. NOTE: This episode was shot in February 2023. Due to programming changes, we were only able to release this episode today. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: (00:00) Introduction (06:10) Why Nataly started doing stand-up?(10:40) Life in Lebanon (13:27) From Lebanon to New York: Lessons Learned (32:36) Why you should not look for validation...(40:19) This is red flag to look out for when making new friends.. (43:36) Why we need to re-build Lebanon? Follow Nataly Aukar WEBSITE: https://www.natalyaukarcomedy.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/natyourcolor/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@natyourcolor ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768 ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034133148?adj_t=dgl0aa8_64v1dnl&adj_campaign=web&adj_adgroup=podcast&adj_creative=125219092 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.

    58min

  8. 13 DE JUL.

    I Asked 1,000+ Older People for Life Advice and Learned… | Sprouht

    In this special segment, we talk to former banker turned content creator, William Rossy (also known as Sprouht). Will is a Lebanese-Canadian that began his journey with his self-improvement brand in a way to explore a more meaningful life. Through the brand he built, he has been able to provide tools, experiences, and a community of over 2.5 million people to help them pursue their dream life. This episode goes into Will's story while he discusses the lessons he's learned throughout it all. Will tells us what he noticed when talking to thousands of people about their age, as well as reveals how to a live a more meaningful, happier life that only YOU can determine. Breakdown of the Episode: (00:00) Who is Will? (02:10) breaking out of the "tunnel vision" to live more fulfilled (03:53) a simple trick to make difficult decisions (05:43) happiness vs. money (10:45) your dreams vs. your parents dreams (13:48) do you get happier as you get older? (21:00) why are 20 year olds not as fulfilled? (26:46) what does "level up" even mean? Guest: https://www.instagram.com/sprouht/?hl=en Podcast Host: https://www.instagram.com/hanidajanii/ Follow Sprouht https://www.sprouht.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sprouht Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sprouht/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sprouht YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTX... APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034... FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS:INSTAGRAM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletsta... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk...

    32min
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A podcast designed to change the narrative. In each episode, host Hani Dajani invites special guests to provide insights on a wide range of topics, from politics, to business, to even relationships. Listen anywhere you get your podcast, and please rate and review the podcast if you enjoyed it.

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  • Criado por
    Yalla! Let's Talk.
  • Anos de atividade
    2022 - 2024
  • Episódios
    42
  • Classificação
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © Yalla! Let's Talk.
  • Site do podcast
    Yalla! Let's Talk.

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