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The Something Bookish Podcast is a quirky and candid podcast hosted by the crazy book lady, Amyn AKA Lipglossmaffia. Every other week, while tipsy, she hosts unfiltered conversations with herself or a guest to talk about all things related to books and reading. No gimmicks or pseudointellectual chatter. Just a mega dose of bookish goodness. Find her on Twitter or Instagram @Lipglossmaffia or https://somethingbookish.com.ng
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The 1st and only muslim podcast covering all things relationships - the love, the hate, the halal & down right haram! 👇🏾Subscribe to our YouTube NOW👇🏾 www.youtube.com/channel/UCXnnHH7_NTFbERSJnEAllZA FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE @NIKAHANDCHILL
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A podcast about conversations on topics that men and women don't usually have with each other... but should. With perspectives from different guests each episode, we'll make you think, question, and most importantly (hopefully), laugh!
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Join us as we talk about everything and anything. Religion, spirituality, volunteering, Feminism, Yoruba culture, Love, Book reviews, and many more. We are as diverse and similar as it can get! Sit back, relax and enjoy !!
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Want to hear some extraordinary stories of resilience and humanity? Tune in to Seeking Refuge for the human stories of refugees and those working to protect them. Our guests talk everything from going to the International Court of Justice to making cross-genre music, from incredible acts of resilience to the everyday things that make them smile. We also talk issues facing refugees such as education, health care, and legal rights, and we learn about the history of refugees and the current wor ...
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I’ll discuss how these amazing people cultivated their talents, how they carved their own paths, where they draw their self-esteem from and more! We’ll also take some deep dives, and talk about mental health, and other pertinent issues affecting our collective narratives today. My goal is to connect with people and find the common threads that bind us.
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Ep 88: Culture Curation And Reading Slumps ft. Racheal
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In this episode, I chat with Racheal Kizza AKA @rachealkay29, a Cultural Practitioner, Literary Enthusiast, and Bookish Podcaster based in Kampala, Uganda. She also shares 5 books we all need to read and 1 book that didn't spark joy for her. Enjoy! In Case You Missed It Spotlighting Women In Translation Month An Easy Guide To NetGalley…
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Today, Diana talks about the ongoing conflict in Sudan, highlighting its historical context and current devastating impact. Currently, Sudan is the country with the largest internal displacement crisis in the world. Therefore, there is an urgent need for more attention and aid to address this. Liked this episode? Let us know! Subscribe and leave us…
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Season 11 Trailer: Deconstructing "The Wall"
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Welcome to a new season of Seeking Refuge! In this trailer, Diana and Thrisha introduce our theme, Deconstructing "The Wall", where we dive into the complexities of the US-Mexico Border. Tune in as we explore the history, policy, and human stories behind it. Liked this episode? Let us know! Subscribe and leave us a review below! Connect With Us If …
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In this episode, @lipglossmaffia talks about all the books she read in July 2024. All 26 of them! Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. BROKEN by Fatima Bala: Book Chat 3. My Ake Festival 2023 DiaryCONTACTQuestions? Comment…
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Ep 86: Spotlighting Women In Translation Month
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As a reader who enjoys travelling through books, I am thrilled to join this global celebration in highlighting the stories that resonate with universal truths while enriching our understanding of diverse experiences. #WomenInTranslationEnjoy! In Case You Missed It 1. Steamy Romance Novels To Heat Up Your Days And Nights 2. Join the So…
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Ep 85: Broken, Not a Halal Love Story by Fatima Bala (Book Chat)
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In this no-spoiler episode, I chat with the author of the debut novel, BROKEN Not A Halal Love Story, Fatima Bala.BROKEN is a beautifully rendered contemporary novel about the boundaries between romance and sin, about self-discovery and faith, and about the bounds that true love will go to for a happily ever after. Enjoy! In Case You Missed It…
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In this episode, @lipglossmaffia talks about all the books she read in July 2024. All 26 of them! Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. My Ake Festival 2023 DiaryIf you love my content, kindly consider…
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June was one for the books, pun intended. Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. My Ake Festival 2023 DiaryIf you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me a digital cup of coffee.…
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This is the Pride episode that will open the floodgates to more queer book recommendations on the podcast. I should note that this list was not easy to make and not easy to narrow down. If your fave queer novel didn’t make it, I’m always happy to receive recommendations.Enjoy! In Case You Missed It 1. Steamy Romance Novels To Heat Up Your Days…
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May was a beautiful month!This episode includes mini-reviews of all the books I read in the month of May 2024.Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/URQHKisWNGb 2. https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/P4WIztv2ECb 3. https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/wG0xHnsWNGbhttps://www.scribd.com/g/8crhupIf …
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The Kaduna Arts And Book Festival is the biggest literary festival in Northern Nigeria. This episode is an audio diary detailing my experience. Enjoy!In Case You Missed It My Book Chat: When We Were Fireflies Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge My Ake Festival 2023 DiaryIf you love my content, k…
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What a reading month it's been! This episode includes mini reviews of all the books I read in the month of April 2024. Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. My Ake Festival 2023 DiaryIf you love my content, kindly consider su…
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@TheMuslimBoxer Talks Career & Love | Nikah & Chill IG-LIVE 2020
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Salam chill fam! Boxer and influencer Muhsin is known for his hilarious content and his beautiful family! But did you know he came from humble begingings, and struggled to find love? From the little boy reciting Quran nationally to the undefeated champ he is today, The Muslim Boxer is here to keep it real! 🫶🏽Share | Subscribe | CHiLL!🤲🏾…
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Today, Claire discusses the latest updates on the conflict between Israel and Iran, after Iranian forces were bombed by Israel in Damascus, Syria. This led to a retaliatory attack by Iran towards Israel, and another attack back at Isfahan and Tabriz, Iran. It is possible that there have been more recent updates on this conflict since we wrote this …
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[S10E6] Amanullah Aziz and the Story of Halal International
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Episode Notes Today, Claire interviewed Amanullah Aziz, the owner of Halal International in Columbia, SC. She discussed Amanullah's journey to Columbia, the international community in Columbia, and the importance of having a diverse staff. Liked this episode? Let us know! Subscribe and leave us a review below! Connect with us If you or someone you …
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Ep 78: Travelling Through Books ft. Nokukhanya
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In this episode, I chat with Nokukhanya AKA @pretty_x_bookish, an avid reader with the most aesthetically pleasing Bookstagram page, about how she travels through books and with books. She also shares 5 books we all need to read and 1 book that didn't spark joy for her. Enjoy! In Case You Missed It A Guide To The #SomethingBookishReadingChallenge…
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[S10E5] Dr. Sarah Waheed on Pakistan's Geopolitical Landscape
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In today's episode, Claire and Anusha are joined by Dr. Sarah Waheed, an assistant professor at the University of South Carolina specializing in South Asian history. Together, they explore the current geopolitical dynamics in Pakistan and their impact on Afghan refugees seeking safety in the country. Liked this episode? Let us know! Subscribe and l…
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[S10E4] Exploring Refugee Ventures in Clarkston, Georgia
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Today, join us as we travel to the "Ellis Island of the South", Clarkston, Georgia. We are doing a special episode where a few of our members travel to Clarkston to explore the diverse community. Clarkston is considered to be the most diverse square mile in America, with over half the city's residents being foreign-born. We interviewed various refu…
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This episode includes mini reviews of all the books I read in the month of March 2024. Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. My Ake Festival 2023 DiaryIf you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me a digit…
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Today, Shireen discusses updates on Texas' SB 4, which allows for people to be arrested and detained on suspicion of being in the country illegally. In December, the Supreme Court validated the law in a 6-4 decision. But, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated an injunction against the law last week. There are various concerns about this law, …
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[S10E3] Olha Svieshnikova on Moving Forward with a Heart of Ukraine
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In today’s episode, Diana and Jazmine chat with Olha Svieshnikova through her translator, Marina. Olha shares about her journey from Ukraine through various countries before reaching the United States. Additionally, she shares her experiences with starting her small, home-based business in Utah and the importance of supporting refugee owned busines…
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Ep 76: The Bishop's Prodigal Daughter by Timendu Aghahowa (Book Chat)
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In this no-spoiler episode, I chat with the author of the debut novel, The Bishop's Prodigal Daughter. Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. My Ake Festival 2023 DiaryIf you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by b…
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In today's news episode, Claire will discuss the growing unrest in India over the recent enactment of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) by President Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party just weeks before elections. With the CAA and the possibility of enacting the National Register of Citizens (NRC), many claim that Muslim immigrants living in Indi…
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[S10E2] Social Enterprise Project: Supporting Palestinian Refugees Through Embroidery
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Episode Notes In today's episode, Emily and Shireen talk with the Social Enterprise Project, which uses high-quality fashion to enhance and encourage development within Palestinian refugee camps. Liked this episode? Let us know! Subscribe and leave us a review below! Connect with us if you or someone you know would like to share their personal refu…
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February 2024 is the longest February I have ever experienced! This episode is about the 21 books I read in February and the 5 books I DNFed. Drink of the episode: American Honey and Soju Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. My Ake Festival 2023 Dia…
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Episode Notes In todas episode, we discuss hostile border policing in Texas and the constitutionality of recent measures. Liked this episode? Let us know! Subscribe and leave us a review below! Connect With Us If you or someone you know would like to share their personal refugee story, send us an email at seekingrefugepodcast@gmail.com or SOSRPA@ma…
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In today's episode, we discuss the Israeli airstrikes on Rafah on February 11th, a date that correlates with one of the most-watched annual sporting events in the world, the Super Bowl. Liked this episode? Let us know! Subscribe and leave us a review below! Connect With Us If you or someone you know would like to share their personal refugee story,…
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Ep 74: Shigidi And The Brass Head Of Obalufon by Wole Talabi (Book Chat)
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In this episode, Nenye of Episode 48 and I chat with Wole Talabi about his debut novel, Shigidi And The Brass Head of Obalufon. It's a mythic tale of disgruntled gods, revenge, and a heist across two worlds. Enjoy! In Case You Missed It A Guide To The 2024 #SomethingBookishReadingChallenge An Easy Guide To NetGalley…
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[S10E1] Exploring Refugee Owned Businesses with Ahmad Alzoukani - Mint Coffeehouse
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In this episode, our host Anusha Ghosh is speaking with Ahmad Alzoukani about his experience running his business called Mint Coffeehouse, based out of Atlanta, Georgia. Ahmad will tell us about his experience as a refugee coming to the United States from Syria, due to the impact of the Syrian Civil War. He will also tell us about the growth of his…
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It was an interesting reading month. In this episode, I share my candid thoughts about the books I read in January 2024. Drink of the episode: A spiked energy drink Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. My Ake Festival 2023 DiaryIf you love my conte…
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Summary of Recent ICJ Rulings Against Israel | News
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Today, Shireen shares with us the recent court ruling from the case brought to the International Court of Justice by South Africa against Israel. Script: Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of Seeking Refuge News. I’m Shireen Kaur, and today we will be discussing the recent court ruling from the International Court of Justice, or th…
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Season 10 Trailer: "Ventures: Supporting Refugee-Owned Businesses"
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Welcome to a new season of Seeking Refuge! In this trailer, Anusha reflects on Seeking Refuge's journey and discusses the podcast's goals for Season 10: to uplift small business owners with an international and refugee background. We cannot wait to share the diverse list of businesses we have been able to interview with! "Hello everyone! My name is…
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Ep 72: Much Ado About YA Novels (season finale)
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It's the finale! In this episode, I share a couple of my favourite young adult (YA) novels that I've read in the last four years and I hope I'm able to convince you to pick one or two titles. This episode also includes my new TMI segment. Enjoy! In Case You Missed It A Guide To The 2024 #SomethingBookishReadingChallenge An …
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Ep 71: Readers Gonna Read Ft. Anita
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In this episode, I chat with Anita AKA @booksinherhand, an avid reader who curates a visually appealing Instagram page paired with insightful reviews. We talk about the magic and joys of reading and she shares 5 Books we all need to read and 1 book that didn't spark joy for her. Enjoy! In Case You Missed It A Guide To The #SomethingBookishReadingCh…
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USC's Response to the Palestinian Humanitarian Crisis | News
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Published for the NPR College Podcast Challenge Anusha, Claire, Victoria, and Thrisha (speaking order) come together to discuss the University of South Carolina's response to the Palestinian Humanitarian Crisis. Across campus, students and faculty have felt waves of silence, intimidation, and bias when speaking about Palestine. We discuss USC's res…
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Ep 70: December 2023 Wrap-Up / 2023 In Review
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What a year it has been! In this episode, I share books I read in December and I do a mini year in review. Drink of the episode: Pineapple PalmwineEnjoy!If you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me a digital cup of coffee.CONTACTQuestions? Comments? Email me at amynbawa.allah@gmail.comInstagram…
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Ep 69: Steamy Romance Novels To Heat Up Your Days And Nights
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This is the episode I've promised to make since I started this podcast Drink of the episode: Ume Fruit Liqueur Enjoy!In Case You Missed It An Easy Guide To NetGalleyGet Scribd HERE If you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me a digital cup of coffee.CONTACTQuestions? Comment…
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Ep 68: A Guide To The 2024 Something Bookish Reading Challenge
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I take you prompt by prompt through the 2024 Something Bookish Reading Challenge. Drink of the episode: Zobo + Gin Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. Get Scribd HERE If you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me…
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Escalation of Humanitarian Crisis in Syria | News
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In today's episode, we discuss the rising humanitarian crisis in Syria. Hello everyone, my name is Anusha, and welcome back to Seeking Refuge News. Today, we will be talking about the rising humanitarian crisis in Syria. As international attention centers on the Israel-Gaza crisis, reports indicate an escalation in the bombardment of northwest Syri…
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In this episode, I share my candid thoughts about the books I read in November 2023. Drink of the episode: Hot Toddy Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. Get Scribd HERE If you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me a di…
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[S9E4] Cultural Preservation and Personal Development with Sara Green | A.R.T.
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In today's episode, our host Diana Clark talks with Sara Green about her organization Art for Refugees in Transition (A.R.T.). They discuss the founding of A.R.T. and the importance of its mission for personal and community development. Check out A.R.T.'s website to learn more about their programs and mission: artforrefugees.orgA.R.T's Instagram: @…
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This is an audio diary of my experience at Ake Festival 2023.
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Post-Doctoral Research of Forced Migration Trajectories with Molly Fee
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Today, our hosts, Emily Jensen and Saanvi Somani discuss various topics regarding the study of refugee resettlement and forced migration trajectories with Dr. Molly Fee. Dr. Fee primarily studies refugee resettlement in the U.S. context and focuses on the individual experiences of those on their way to being resettled at Nuffield College at the Uni…
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Ep 65: No One Dies Yet by Kobby Ben Ben (Book Chat)
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This is a live recording of Kobby Ben Ben's book chat in Lagos, hosted by yours truly. Drink of the episode: Gin + Ribena Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. Get Scribd HERE If you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me a digi…
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[S9E3] Making Every Campus a Refuge with Diya Abdo
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In today's episode, our host Claire Mattes speaks with Diya Abdo about her new book American Refuge, which tells the stories of refugees who have been relocated to the United States through Diya's organization Every Campus a Refuge. They talk about the importance of humanizing refugee's stories and maintaining their dignity in telling these stories…
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Israel's Bombing of Jabalia Refugee Camp | News
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Today, we are discussing the current conditions of Jabalia Refugee Camp and the situation in Gaza. Script: Hi everyone, I’m Anusha and you’re listening to Seeking Refuge News, a podcast sharing the human stories of refugees. Today, we are here to update you on the conditions of Jabalia (ji-bah-li-ya) Refugee Camp, located on the north end of the Ga…
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I have a deep appreciation for the books I read this October. Can you tell?Drink of the episode: Gin BombsEnjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. Get Scribd HERE If you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me a digital cup of coffe…
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[S9E2] Finding Home Through Art with Komeil Zarin
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In today's episode, our hosts, Anusha and Thrisha speak with Komeil Zarin. He is an Iranian-born artist who is a refugee living in Kuala Lumpur, where he makes illustrations and teaches art to youth. Tune in for a fascinating and philosophical conversation about the role of art in human nature, how Komeil uses art to express himself, and how he sha…
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This episode is not about female authors in crime writing, it's an episode dedicated to female characters who kill and do bad things... Drink of the episode: The Dirty Bordeaux Enjoy!In Case You Missed It 1. Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge 2. An Easy Guide To NetGalley 3. Get Scribd HERE If you love my content, kind…
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Today, we are discussing the current situation in Gaza and related topics. Script: Hello everyone, I’m Claire Mattes, and you’re listening to Seeking Refuge News, a podcast sharing stories of refugees and the world events that affect them. Today, we are going to give an update on the situation between Gaza and Israel. According to the Gaza Health M…
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