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The afikra Podcast

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The afikra Podcast is our flagship series featuring experts from academia, art, media, urban planning and beyond, who are helping document and shape the histories and cultures of the Arab world through their ‎work. Our hope is that by having the guest share their expertise and story, the community walks away with a new‎found curiosity, and recommendations about new nerdy rabbit holes to dive into ... more

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The discussion delves into the complex historical eras of Iraq, challenging binary understandings of its past and present. A professor at Haverford College and author of "Political Undesirables: Citizen Denaturalization and Reclamation in Iraq and Re... more

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We visit Basel Dalloul at the Dalloul Artist Collective to discuss the genesis of the Dalloul Art Foundation and the mission of the new artist collective. A technologist and lawyer by training, Basel shares his family’s journey into collecting art an... more

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Curator of "Niyū Yūrk: Middle Eastern and North African Lives in the City", Hiba Abid, joins us to talk about the exhibition, housed at the New York Public Library's iconic 42nd Street building, which challenges dominant narratives by presenting New ... more

We visited renowned architect Bernard Khoury in his studio in Karantina, who offered a critical, unvarnished look at the reality of practicing architecture in Lebanon, contrasting it with the sugarcoated story of the "Phoenix coming out of its ashes"... more

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Recent Guests

Hiba Abid
Curator for Middle Eastern and Islamic studies at the New York Public Library
New York Public Library
Episode: Curator Hiba Abid | Niyū Yūrk at the New York Public Library
Mohamed Maktabi
Part of the third generation of the Maktabi family running the carpet business
Iwan Maktabi
Episode: History of Carpets | Mohamed Maktabi
Logan Cochrane
Professor of Public Policy at HBKU in Qatar and author of Sustainable Qatar
HBKU
Episode: Sustainability in Qatar & the GCC: Environmental Challenges & Opportunities
Reema al-Hababi
Graduate of HBKU, co-editor of the Sustainable Qatar book
HBKU
Episode: Sustainability in Qatar & the GCC: Environmental Challenges & Opportunities
Dr. Mohammed Hashas
Assistant Professor at the University of Rome, editor of the book Contemporary Moroccan Thought.
University of Rome
Episode: Contemporary Moroccan Thought | Mohammed Hashas
Nasser Rabbat
Aga Khan Professor and Director of the Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at MIT
MIT
Episode: Director of Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at MIT Nasser Rabbat on Al-Maqrizi
Neha Vora
Professor of Anthropology at the American University of Sharjah.
American University of Sharjah
Episode: Dubai's South Asian Communities | Neha Vora
Mazen Kerbaj
An artist, musician, and creative figure connected to the creative scene in Beirut.
Episode: Mazen Kerbaj | Gaza in my Phone
Nathaniel Mathews
Associate professor in Africana Studies at Binghamton University
Binghamton University
Episode: Nathaniel Mathews | Zanzibar & Oman's Common History & Identities

Host

Mikey Muhanna
Host and curator with a focus on documenting and discussing Arab culture and histories through various mediums.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 300 ratings
  • Very informative

    Love the conversations with experts from the Arab world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Obnossious
    United States5 years ago
  • The perfect listen!

    Super informative and unique stories from around the Arab world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mahakamel
    United States5 years ago
  • Thank you Afikra team

    I feel like one of my dreams come true, I can finally listen to Afikra talks while walking or traveling. Thank you for turning the talks into podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arwa AF
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Feedback indicates a strong appreciation for the representation of lesser-known narratives and histories in the Arab context.
Listeners appreciate the depth and diversity of conversations with experts from the Arab world.
The storytelling approach invites curiosity and exploration, making complex topics accessible to a broader audience.

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#225
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#208
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#84
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#141
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Curator Hiba Abid | Niyū Yūrk at the New York Public Library
Q: Was this exhibition well-received given the current politics?
The exhibition received overwhelmingly positive reactions, highlighting the importance of cultural institutions in representing marginalized communities.
Curator Hiba Abid | Niyū Yūrk at the New York Public Library
Q: How did you arrive at the spelling of New York in the exhibition title?
The title Niyū Yūrk centers the voices and experiences of Middle Eastern and African people in New York, reflecting how they perceive the city.
Nurturing Authentic Voices in Filmmaking in the Arab World | Rana Kazkaz
Q: What are the steps to actually going from being a student in the classroom to having a film premiere?
It starts with understanding the story's importance, developing the narrative, and participating in workshops to build a network.
Nurturing Authentic Voices in Filmmaking in the Arab World | Rana Kazkaz
Q: What would most likely stop me from being able to tell these stories?
The biggest question for any storyteller is to understand why the story is important.
Sculpting Public Art | Najla El Zein
Q: Can you just talk through, going from working with Spoons to a project like Distortion?
Najla explains that her project 'Distortion' represents a personal processing of her experiences as a mother and the changes in her identity, contrasting with her earlier works.

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Focused on documenting and exploring the histories and cultures of the Arab world, the show features in-depth conversations with experts from diverse fields including academia, art, media, and urban planning. Episodes often emphasize the significance of narratives from the Arab perspective and discuss contemporary issues related to cultural representation and sustainability, while also offering insights into personal stories and experiences of the guests involved.

What makes this series particularly noteworthy is its commitment to creating a platform for voices that challenge prevailing narratives about the Arab community. By addressing topics like art, architecture, sustainability, and identity, the show invites listeners to engage with t... more

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2. Mohamed Maktabi
3. Logan Cochrane
4. Reema al-Hababi
5. Dr. Mohammed Hashas
6. Nasser Rabbat
7. Neha Vora
8. Mazen Kerbaj

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