10 episodes
Qatar in Quotes Podcast Digital Podcast Production at Northwestern University in Qatar | Professor Spencer Striker, PhD
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- Society & Culture
The Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of many people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.
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Ep 10: Race Against All Odds
Our final guest is Christina Atat, the first female drag racer in the MENA region. She began her career at the age of 14 with the help of her father, Mostafa Atat, a veteran drag racer. Although drag racing is an uncommon sport among women in the MENA region, Christina plans to change that. Tune in to find out more about Christina, and how she fights against sexism in the local drag racing community, all in hopes to inspire a generation of female drag racers.
Follow this episode’s guest, Christina Atat on Instagram @christinaatat.
Episode Credits
Producer and Host: Ria Sayadi
Sound Editor: Kayan Khraisheh
Sound Designer: Dalal Garai, Samson Mwenda
Project Manager: Arya Mainali
Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi
Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker
Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music
About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.
If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.
Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes
https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes
https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes
https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes -
Ep 9: Ballet Shoes
Our guest this episode is Joanah Montiano, a contemporary ballet teacher at IAID in Qatar. Born and raised in the Philippines, Joanah came across dance when she was seven-year-old. At 13, she began assisting her dance teacher and by 15 taught her first dance class. In this episode, she narrates her journey with dance, her struggles, and her joys of teaching. Tune in to hear from Joanah and learn more about the world of dance and what it means to her.
Follow this episode’s guest, Joanah Montiano on Instagram @joanag.millete.
Episode Credits
Producer and Host: Natasha Das
Sound Editor: Samson Mwenda
Sound Designer: Dalal Garai
Project Manager: Arya Mainali
Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi
Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker
Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music
About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.
If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.
Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes
https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes
https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes
https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes -
Ep 8: Dance Shikha Dance
This episode we are joined by Shikha Chauhan, a multi-talented woman. Shikha is a teacher at the MES Indian school in Qatar, a gymnast, and a dancer. She was one of the top 100 contenders on Dance India Dance, a widely popular dance show in India in which thousands of people participate. Tune in to this episode to hear about Shikha’s journey through dance, and learn about how she incorporates gymnastics, dancing and teaching into her daily life.
Check out Shikha's YouTube channel: Lifestyle of Shikha.
Episode Credits
Producer and Host: Kayan Khraisheh
Sound Editor and Sound Designer: Syed Ali Ahsan
Sound Recordist: Kayan Khraisheh, Samson Mwenda
Project Manager: Arya Mainali
Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi
Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker
Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music
About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.
If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.
Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes
https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes
https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes
https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes -
Ep 7: Creative Vision
Our guest for this episode is Hissa G. Al Mannai, a successful Qatar-based filmmaker. Hissa gives us a vivid recount of her struggles growing up with undiagnosed eyesight disorder. Amidst this turbulence she narrates how she has made a name for herself in the filmmaking industry a journey she started while in high school. Her journey encapsulates the virtues of perseverance and dedication to work. Hissa hopes to keep making more films beyond Qatar borders and to inspire younger upcoming filmmakers in Qatar.
Follow this episode’s guest, Hissa G. Al Mannai on Instagram @hgalmannai.
Episode Credits
Producer and Host: Ria Sayadi and Thani Al Thani
Sound Editor: Samson Mwenda
Sound Designer: Dalal Garai, Syed Ali Ahsan
Project Manager: Arya Mainali
Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi
Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker
Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music
About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.
If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.
Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes
https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes
https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes
https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes -
Ep 6: Imperfect Sustainability
Our guest this episode is Jose Saucedo, director of Doha Environmental Actions Project, also known as DEAP. DEAP is a volunteering organization that has arranged over 185 beach cleanups, with the admirable goal of fighting against plastic pollution and educating Qatar’s citizens on the importance of preserving the environment. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the many initiatives DEAP has undertaken, the impressive milestones they have hit, and how you can help - even if you can’t attend a cleanup!
Check out DEAP on Facebook @deapqatar and Instagram @deap_qatar.
Episode Credits
Producer and Host: Kayan Khraisheh
Sound Editor: Kayan Khraisheh
Sound Recordist and Sound Designer: Dalal Garai
Project Manager: Arya Mainali
Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi
Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker
Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music
About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.
If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.
Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes
https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes
https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes
https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes -
Ep 5: Sweet Tooth
This episode, our guest is Ijaz Ahmed from Soghaat Bakery and Sweets - a traditional Pakistani bakery. More than three years ago, Ijaz had trouble finding Pakistani cuisine and desserts during his short trips to Qatar. And so, he set out to establish his own restaurant with authenticity and tradition at its core. Today, Ijaz and his team serve the local South Asian community at two different branches under the Soghaat banner. Tune in to hear from Ijaz and to learn more about his journey with Soghaat Bakery and Sweets.
Follow Soghaat Bakery and Sweets on Facebook @soghaatdoha and Instagram @soghaatdoha.
Episode Credits
Producer and Host: Natasha Das, Syed Ali Ahsan
Sound Editor and Sound Designer: Syed Ali Ahsan
Project Manager: Arya Mainali
Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi
Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker
Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music
About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.
If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.
Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast
https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes
https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes
https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes
https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes