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Episode 152: ARSHIA KOMEILI

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Welcome to a powerful and inspiring episode of Pod Have Mercy, where we sit down with a remarkable individual who defied all odds to find freedom and self-expression. In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Arshia Komeili, an Iranian rapper whose journey from persecution to redemption is nothing short of extraordinary.

Arshia's story begins in Iran, where he faced immense challenges due to his passion for activism and social justice. Fleeing from government persecution, Arshia made the courageous journey to the United States, seeking a life where he could freely express his beliefs and pursue his artistic endeavors.

Join us as Arshia shares the profound moments of his conversion and the challenges he encountered along the way. His incredible resilience and determination led him to Chapelwood United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas, where he found not only a community but also a place where he could be baptized, symbolizing a new beginning in his life.

Throughout the conversation, Arshia reflects on the power of music, faith, and the importance of embracing one's true self. As an Iranian rapper who found refuge in the United States, his story sheds light on the universal struggle for freedom, identity, and the pursuit of happiness.

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Welcome to a powerful and inspiring episode of Pod Have Mercy, where we sit down with a remarkable individual who defied all odds to find freedom and self-expression. In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Arshia Komeili, an Iranian rapper whose journey from persecution to redemption is nothing short of extraordinary.

Arshia's story begins in Iran, where he faced immense challenges due to his passion for activism and social justice. Fleeing from government persecution, Arshia made the courageous journey to the United States, seeking a life where he could freely express his beliefs and pursue his artistic endeavors.

Join us as Arshia shares the profound moments of his conversion and the challenges he encountered along the way. His incredible resilience and determination led him to Chapelwood United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas, where he found not only a community but also a place where he could be baptized, symbolizing a new beginning in his life.

Throughout the conversation, Arshia reflects on the power of music, faith, and the importance of embracing one's true self. As an Iranian rapper who found refuge in the United States, his story sheds light on the universal struggle for freedom, identity, and the pursuit of happiness.

  continue reading

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