Best Azdean Elmoustaquim Podcasts (2024)

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A Visit to Chefchaouen, the Blue City 38:04

3h ago38:04

38:04

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Support the podcast with our new Subscriber link! Destination Morocco + -- Azdean sits down on location with local guide Hamid to learn about the history of Chefchaouen, the famous blue city of northern Morocco. This small town roughly 4 hours north of Fes, or 2 hours south of Tangier, has been…

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Just how easy is it to travel to, and around, Morocco? 27:34

12d ago27:34

27:34

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode also has a video version on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: Just how easy is it to travel to, and around, Morocco? or stay here for the audio version - your choice! -- Support the podcast with our new Subscriber link! Destination Morocco + -- In today's episode of Destin…

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How Discount Tours in Morocco End Up Costing You 3X More (Or Worse) 1:00:06

1M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode also has a video version on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: How Discount Tours in Morocco End Up Costing You 3X More (Or Worse), or stay here for the audio version - your choice! -- Support the podcast with our new Subscriber link! Destination Morocco + -- Our good frien…

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Movies Filmed in Morocco (And How to Visit the Locations). Live Q&A 1:18:22

1M ago1:18:22

1:18:22

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This is a replay of the Live Q&A recording of Friday, July 5, "Movies Filmed in Morocco (And How to Visit the Locations)." Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for even more details and tourist ideas, and particularly for the visuals that accompany our conversation. Maps, photos and mo…

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Top Misconceptions about Morocco 35:58

2M ago35:58

35:58

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? In today's episode of Destination Morocco podcast, Azdean and Sam discuss common misconceptions about traveling to Morocco. They debunk myths related to the dress code, safety, LGBTQ+ community, and whether there's more to see in Morocco than just Marrakech (!). They also address the availabili…

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Shopping in Morocco: Knowing What to Buy and How to Buy it! Live Q&A 52:20

2M ago52:20

52:20

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This is an excerpt of the Live Q&A recording of Friday, June 7, "Shopping in Morocco: What to Buy and How to Buy It." Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for even more details and tourist ideas, and particularly for the visuals that accompany our conversation. Maps, photos and more aw…

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"The Best Way to Experience Morocco" - Seeing Morocco Your Way, with Dan & Cierra 53:11

3M ago53:11

53:11

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Dan & Cierra McPherson travelled to Morocco with Destination Morocco and discovered far more than a generic tour experience. From secret stops to amazing cubbyhole restaurants, they received an authentic, unique exposure to Morocco’s people and culture. Cierra & Dan had a tall order for Destina…

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How to Recognize a Dangerous, Life-Altering Scam 1:14:37

3M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? We've talked about scams in Morocco a few times on the podcast, from one of our early episodes (Scams! How to Understand and Avoid Them) to one of our recent Live Q&A sessions, (Latest Scams: Staying Safe While Traveling in Morocco). It's a topic we often circle back to, because we want to make…

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Finding a Morocco Tour at an Affordable Price. Live Q&A 42:57

3M ago42:57

42:57

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This is an excerpt of the Live Q&A recording of Friday, May 8, "Finding a Morocco Tour at an Affordable Price." Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for even more details and tourist ideas, and particularly for the visuals that accompany our conversation. Maps, photos and more await yo…

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Avoid These Cultural Gaffes When Traveling in Morocco 50:35

4M ago50:35

50:35

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Hop down after the episode description for an update on our podcast schedule and our new donor link! --- You've heard that Morocco is a modern, plural, largely Westernized country and, well, that is largely true. Dress or behave, within reason, as you would in most of Europe or North America an…

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Visiting Morocco's Secret Lake Resort 26:44

4M ago26:44

26:44

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? In our recent Live Q&A session on secret places in Morocco off the tourist path, one such location is a stunning lake located east of Marrakech, a roughly three hour drive from the city. Perhaps because of this distance, and the fact that it is not on the main tourist routes, it is still largel…

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Getting Off the Tourist Path in Morocco. Live Q&A 54:05

4M ago54:05

54:05

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This is an excerpt of the Live Q&A recording of Wednesday, April 10, "Getting off the tourist path in Morocco." Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for even more details and tourist ideas, and particularly for the visuals that accompany our conversation. Maps, photos and more await yo…

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Navigating Travel Fails in Morocco: Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Journey! 34:00

4M ago34:00

34:00

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? "Travel Fails:" a popular theme in this era of do's, don't's and travel research, comes to the Destination Morocco podcast with today's episode, featuring Azdean, Hiba and Sam. They share their knowledge of travel in Morocco, as well as first-hand experience as travellers themselves in their co…

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Fes Walking Tour Part 2: Visiting the Famous Fes Pottery Studio 29:56

5M ago29:56

29:56

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Azdean and his local Fes guide extraordinaire, Moulay Hafid Alami, conclude their tour of the old city with a visit to the pottery and ceramic studio, "Mosaique et Poterie de Fes." Located just to the east of the medina, this is more than a simple shop selling their beautiful craftwork (and the…

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Fes Walking Tour Part 1: The Royal Palace, Jewish Quarter and the Tannery 37:25

5M ago37:25

37:25

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Experience the sounds and ambience of Fes in this live walking tour of the medina, during Azdean's tour in 2023. Accompanied by expert guide Moulay Hafid Alami, we start in Fes el Jdid, the 14th century quarter, learning about the Royal Palace of Fes and its seven golden doors (only created in …

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Exploring the Magical City of Fez. Live Q&A 34:12

5M ago34:12

34:12

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This is an excerpt of the Live Q&A recording of Wednesday, March 13, exploring the vibrant city of Fez. Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for even more details and tourist ideas, and particularly for the visuals that accompany our conversation. Maps, photos and more await you there!…

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Top Things to Do and See in Fez! 27:41

5M ago27:41

27:41

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? We have dabbled in Fès since the start of the Destination Morocco podcast, as it has made an appearance in episodes such as our tour overview of Morocco, our discovery of famous Moroccan food, or in particular from our guests' stories, such as with Chantal and her family, who spent some memorab…

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Understanding Ramadan in Moroccan Culture 28:09

6M ago28:09

28:09

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? You can also watch this video episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/FhPkzzzYjns Ramadan in 2024 starts on the evening of Sunday, March 10th and goes until Tuesday, April 9th, followed by the feast of Eid al-Fitr, or the ‘Feast of Fast-Breaking.' Despite its perhaps solemn reputa…

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Live Gnaoua Music: Discover Morocco's Powerful Musical Heritage 26:34

6M ago26:34

26:34

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? We conclude our cultural tour of Morocco with a performance of Gnaoua (also spelled Gnawa) music, recorded live on location at a Merzouga desert camp and at a Marrakech restaurant. In between performances, Azdean sits down with Mohamed, a musician and member of the Gnaoua performers in Qser el …

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Language Phrases for Travellers in Morocco. Live Q&A 23:30

6M ago23:30

23:30

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode is the audio replay of part our Destination Morocco live Q&A session, on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024. You can find the full video version here on our YouTube channel. Our live Q&A session this month focused on identifying useful phrases in Moroccan languages that travellers can use wh…

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Multilingual Insights: Conversations with Mr Mustapha in Aït Ben Haddou 17:57

6M ago17:57

17:57

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Continuing on a bit further south from our last episode in Telouet, we follow Azdean on his summer tour down to Aït Ben Haddou, southern gateway to the High Atlas mountains and their stunning scenery and hiking. Aït Ben Haddou is a small town but is known for its traveller services, restaurants…

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Exploring Telouet's Berber Legacy with Local Historian Ali Ahdadi 33:32

7M ago33:32

33:32

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? We continue our exploration of Berber/Amazigh culture with a visit to Telouet, a small village deep in the High Atlas Mountains, known for its kasbah, trekking and beautiful scenery. Azdean met with local guide and historian Ali Ahdadi to delve into Berber influence in the area and activities f…

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"The Amazigh Chronicles" - The Rich Tapestry of Amazigh Tribes: History, Language, and Customs (Part 2) 32:49

7M ago32:49

32:49

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? In today's episode of Destination Morocco podcast, Azdean, Hiba and Sam expand on the historical canvas and cultural fabric formed by the Amazigh, or Berber, tribes across North Africa. Our focus is an overview of some of the more prominent tribes and communities, who have had a long and lastin…

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Understanding Scams in Morocco: How to Travel with Confidence. Live Q&A 1:06:25

7M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode is the audio replay of our Destination Morocco live Q&A session, on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024. You can find the video version here on our YouTube channel. In this month's session, Azdean, Sam and podcast producer Ted, navigate the labyrinth of traveller scams in the bustling streets…

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"The Amazigh Chronicles" - The Berber History of Morocco (Part 1) 31:21

7M ago31:21

31:21

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Who are the Moroccans? To a large extent, the native population of Morocco are the Amazigh people, whose presence and influence date back thousands of years. Commonly known as “Berbers,” in fact their preferred term, “Amazigh,” is a more positive, inclusive name that means “the free people.” Sp…

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Getting Value for your Money in Morocco 38:39

8M ago38:39

38:39

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? You’ve spent a lot of money to get to Morocco, especially to see it thoroughly and comprehensively. And even more importantly, your trip is the culmination of months or years of dreaming, planning, research and preparation. We all know that unexpected things can happen, from getting sick to bre…

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Rachel's Impromptu Adventure: Morocco on a Whim 40:58

8M ago40:58

40:58

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? One of the great travel stories we’ve heard from a guest on the podcast was just over a year ago now. It was with Rachel Metcalfe, for whom Morocco went from being a remote, distant idea to, a month later, sitting on the airplane on her way to Casablanca. Destination Morocco took on the challen…

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Food & Cuisine: What do people eat in Morocco? What is tagine? Is there alcohol in Morocco? Live Q&A 1:08:37

8M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode is the audio replay of our Destination Morocco live Q&A session, on Wednesday, Dec. 13. You can find the video version here on our YouTube channel, with lots of visuals that go with the conversation. In this month's session, Azdean and Sam answered your questions about Morocco's fa…

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How a Blind Tour Guide Shows Tourists the Best of Casablanca 30:50

8M ago30:50

30:50

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Over the course of many episodes of the podcast, we’ve often mentioned a certain guide based in Casablanca. He has had a lasting and indelible impact on those who have had the pleasure of meeting him. Our guests on the podcast, from Chantal to Pablo and even Ted have remarked on his knowledge, …

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What Makes Morocco Appealing? 34:17

9M ago34:17

34:17

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Today's episode of Destination Morocco ponders the question of "What makes Morocco appealing?" What attracts people to Morocco, and what are their perceptions of the country before going there? Naturally there are always stereotypes and assumptions that build up over time, and as Azdean points …

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Where to Find a Genuine Moroccan Rug and a Positive, Ethical Shopping Experience 27:32

9M ago27:32

27:32

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Continuing our recent theme of shopping, tipping and travelling safely in Morocco, today's episode features the Akhnif Glaoui Carpet Co-Operative, located just south of Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate, about 150 miles south of Marrakech. Azdean visited this wonderful, genuine boutique back in June…

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Stay Safe While Traveling in Morocco: Shopping, bartering and avoiding the touts: Live Q&A 56:17

9M ago56:17

56:17

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode is the audio replay of our Destination Morocco live Q&A session, on Wednesday, Nov. 15. You can find the video version here. We get a lot of questions about safety and security in Morocco, once you are there and making your way through the souks, squares and even the restaurants. Y…

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Insider's Guide to Navigating Tipping and Shopping in Morocco 31:26

9M ago31:26

31:26

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? The culture of tipping in Morocco is something we get a lot of questions about, and indeed many people aren't sure if they should tip at all, or when, and how much. It can quickly get overwhelming and a little awkward, if you don't know what to expect. Azdean is here today to set out a comprehe…

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The Story Behind Destination Morocco 38:16

10M ago38:16

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Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? You've heard his baritone podcast voice for the past year and a half, and picked up bits and pieces of his story. But as we approach our 50th episode of Destination Morocco podcast, have you wondered, "How did Azdean come to live in Houston, and how did Destination Morocco get its beginnings?” …

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Podcast Trailer: The Destination Morocco Podcast 0:56

10M ago0:56

0:56

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Take yourself on a tour and gain new understanding for the beautiful country of Morocco on the Destination Morocco Podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more. Our goal is to introduce you to the real Morocco, showing you how to prepare, what to see, what to expect and how to make th…

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Exploring Morocco: An Enthralling Journey with Pablo Juarez 48:16

10M ago48:16

48:16

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? One year ago exactly, Pablo Juarez and his partner Harmony were touring Morocco with Destination Morocco, experiencing incredible variety from Fès, Merzouga Desert, over the Atlas Mountains, through Ouarzazate and Aït Benhaddou, and ending up in Marrakech. After they got back home to Ottawa, Ca…

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Build your Morocco itinerary your way: all the details on private, personalized tours. Live Q&A 52:51

10M ago52:51

52:51

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode is the audio replay of our Destination Morocco live Q&A session, on Wednesday, Oct. 11. You can find the video version here. In today's conversation with Azdean, Sam and podcast producer Ted, we'll focus on what's included in a typical Destination Morocco tour, how we go about buil…

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Listen to This Before You Go to Morocco 28:57

10M ago28:57

28:57

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/8c83YIlxYqc Here at Destination Morocco, we receive questions all the time about how to prepare for a trip to Morocco and what to expect. We love being able to help out our fellow travellers and help you avoid the sense of shock, wh…

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Travelling to Morocco, Post-Earthquake 46:14

11M ago46:14

46:14

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Ceasha Micallef had her dream tour to Morocco booked months in advance, with a departure date of Friday, September 8, 2023. As she was in-flight over the Atlantic, heading for a stopover in Paris before going on to Casablanca, the 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit southern Morocco. She arrived at th…

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Famous Tourist Attractions in Morocco 48:38

11M ago48:38

48:38

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Unearth the mesmerizing allure of Morocco, as Sam, our Destination Morocco insider, guides us through the highlights of a typical Northern and Southern Tour. In this episode of Destination Morocco, we put particular emphasis on the entrance fees to these famous sights and attractions, including…

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Bonus episode - Live Q&A, Sept 13: Earthquake Response and the State of Travel to Morocco 1:06:48

11M ago1:06:48

1:06:48

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode is the audio replay of our first Destination Morocco live Q&A session, on Wednesday, Sept. 13. You can find the video version here. Visit our Relief page to find out how you can donate to earthquake recovery efforts. As you may know, we had been planning this event for the past few…

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Earthquake in Morocco: Impact on Travel, Tourism, and Human Relief Efforts 21:27

11M ago21:27

21:27

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Friday night's earthquake in Morocco was sudden and unexpected, and hit home for us here at Destination Morocco. Our office is based in Marrakech and sustained damage, and many of our staff are now homeless. Azdean, based in Houston, felt stuck and helpless, trying to figure out what he could d…

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Touring Morocco: Learning From Azdean's Experience 34:40

12M ago34:40

34:40

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Azdean spent the summer of 2023 researching attractions, riads, hotels, restaurants and activities in Morocco, gathering information to give Destination Morocco clients an even better, more authentic experience. He and his team also captured hours of audio and video footage, which is being roll…

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Intricate Crafts and Delectable Seafood in the Souks of Marrakech 32:18

12M ago32:18

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Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? In today's episode, we continue our wandering through the medina of Marrakech, as Azdean visits artisanal workshops, souks and a particularly delectable seafood restaurant. Picture yourself in a bustling wool and cotton workshop, the air thick with stories of craftsmanship as we learn how natur…

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Exploring Marrakech: The Medina, Madrasa and Majorelle Garden 36:48

1y ago36:48

36:48

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Our Marrakech walking tour continues in today's episode, as Azdean and local guide Youssef explore the historic Medina, visit the Ben Youssef Madrasa and conclude with a visit to the famous Majorelle Garden. In Part One, we made three stops, focusing around three sights on the south side of the…

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Exploring Marrakech: A Journey Through the Mellah and the Majestic Bahia Palace 42:22

1y ago42:22

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Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Prepare to embark on a journey through the vibrant energy and rich history of Marrakech in today's episode. Azdean teams up with local guide Youssef to explore the fascinating Jewish Quarter known as the Mellah - a testament to integration and cooperation between diverse religions and cultures.…

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The Many Surprises of Merzouga Desert: Live From Sky Sahara Camp 22:23

1y ago22:23

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Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? In today's episode of Destination Morocco podcast, we continue on our southern tour of Morocco, and arrive in what is often considered the highlight of a traveller's time in Morocco: the Merzouga Desert itself. Our host is Said, manager and co-owner of Sahara Sky Luxury Camp, located in the hea…

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Visiting An Authentic Berber Kasbah in the Heart of Dadès Valley 27:26

1y ago27:26

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Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Imagine getting to Marrakech, your own private van waiting, driving up and over the High Atlas Mountains, across deserts and rocky outcroppings, little villages lining the hills along the way, and arriving in the gorgeous Dadès Valley: a sliver of green amongst the dry landscape. Your destinati…

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Azdean Returns to Morocco! 23:31

1y ago23:31

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Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? You've heard him share his passion for Morocco, tell stories of his childhood and Berber culture, interview riad owners and restauranteurs, and chat with his own clients who have been to Morocco over the past couple years, including even podcast producer Ted. In all that time, our host Azdean h…

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Finding Hope and Purpose in Morocco 44:33

1y ago44:33

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Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Nancy Crann visited Morocco for the first time at the end of 2022, in a trip that was about more than just adventure and discovery. It was also about loss and hope, pain and recovery. A cathartic release to ponder the next phase of her life. Little did she know the effect that Morocco would hav…

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