Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast

Next week, we launch the new season of #yallaletstalk. The first few episodes is going to be around relationships! I don't know about you but I see way too many stay in situationships for months, telling themselves that the connection is rate and doing all they can, hoping things will change. People treating mixed signals as "chemistry" and a "chase", waiting to be validated. People begging cheaters to come back into their life. And...many not knowing how to leg to. Whether you're in a relationship or situationship or simping over someone who doesn't know you exist, you will very much enjoy this season and all the perspectives from personalities and experts on different topics. For now, buckle up, and let us know some of your dating questions.

Are you ready for a Ramadan special filled with lots of reflections? Dropping on 03.28.23. Don't get to subscribe!

In this episode on Yalla! Let's Talk., we have content creator who shares her reality as a content creator and why she decided to both stop and then come back. Diana, also known as @Ironno, has been featured on Cosmopolitan and Vice News, and has grown quite a following since she began her journey on TikTok. In this episode, Diana and I discuss her heartwarming relationship with her fans, and her online friendship with Mia Khalifa. We talk about why she left social media and how her social media break brought her back stronger and made her more grateful of what her dream is - creating content and living her truth. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: 00:00 Intro 02:54 What inspired Diana to even start creating content? 04:53 Why does Diana refers to her fans as her supporters? 07:04 Diana's online friendship with Mia Khalifa 09:29 How to make "Arab" TikTok a safe space for everyone 15:01 The dark side of social media 18:32 Why is it important for Diana to preserve her Arab heritage? 20:35 Why did Diana stop posting on social media? 33:56 What should you do if your safety has been compromised? 36:30 Diana's strong comeback to social media 44:31 What is Diana's dream? 50:27 Outro Follow Diana Khalil (@Ironno) INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wallahironno/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@ironno?lang=en ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768 ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034133148?adj_t=dgl0aa8_64v1dnl&adj_campaign=web&adj_adgroup=podcast&adj_creative=125219092 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk. #arab #podcast #interview #tiktok #arabtiktok #instagram #socialmedia #influencer

In this episode of the Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast, we have Samir Mourani. Samir is an entrepreneur, co-founder of the men's lifestyle publication, Gent's Post, and host of popular podcast, #gentstalk on YouTube channel, @GentsPost. Samir and I discuss redefining masculinity in the modern man and how we can break down barriers of toxic masculinity that plague the world today. We further discuss Samir's journey on becoming more vulnerable as an Arab man, and how he uses his podcast to spread awareness of becoming an "emotionally healthy" man in today's world. WHAT WE DISCUSS: 00:00 Intro 01:58 Why does Samir emphasize the fragility of a man's ego on his podcast? 07:11 How does Samir approach his mental health after becoming more vulnerable with himself? 10:14 How does toxic masculinity in the Arab world affect the modern Arab man? 17:05 Advice on accessing mental health resources for older generations 25:41 Confiding about your vulnerabilities with a man versus a woman 27:47 Why is it difficult for Arab and Middle Eastern men to open up? 33:32 What does an emotionally healthy man look like? 35:37 What does Samir hope to accomplish with @GentsPost? 46:01 Best and worst piece of advice Samir has received 47:38 Outro Follow Samir Mourani & @GentsPost GENT'S POST PUBLICATION: https://gentspost.com/ GENT'S POST INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/gentspost?igshi... SAMIR MOURANI INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/samirmouran... GENT'S POST TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@gentstalkpod GENT'S POST YOUTUBE:    / @gentspost   ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: YOUTUBE:   / yallaletstalk   ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTX... APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034... FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletsta... TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk... SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.

In this episode, host Hani Dajani has a conversation with rising superstar Dana Salah, a Jordanian-Palestinian artist who has become known as the queen of Fala7i pop. Together, they reflect on the expectations and barriers that society places on women creatives, particularly in regards to age. Dana shares her personal experiences with ageism, even when she was in her early 20s, and discusses the harmful effects of putting women against each other. They also delve into the importance of reclaiming identity and the sound of Arabic music, and the challenges that come with breaking traditional boundaries. Join Hani and Dana as they explore the the power of breaking free from societal limitations. In this episode, we discuss: 1:48: How did Dana Saleh's Music Journey Start 4:35: Why did Dana Saleh go by King Deco and Not Queen Deco? 5:45: How Did you Transition from English to Arabic Music? 10:42: What is Palestinian Folk Music? 15:35: How Did Dana Salah Convince Her Parents To Support Her Music Career? 18:37: Dana's Advice to Defying Traditional Career 25:04: Pinning Women Against Each Other in Music 27:32: Navigating Age Discrimination as an Artist Follow Dana Salah: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danasalah/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danasalahmusic?lang=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMIzbPnVGPQ YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: YOUTUBE: / yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTX... APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034.. .FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletsta... TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk... SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.#Arab #arabmusic #arabic #danasalah

In this Ramadan Special, we have Forbes 30 under 30, MENA mental health ambassador, and host of popular podcast, "Empathy Always Wins,"  @AllySalama . We discuss how one can become more empathetic in the month of Ramadan and how we can improve our emotional intelligence. Further, we talk about dealing with narcissistic individuals and how setting boundaries for your well-being does not make you less empathetic. This episode is all about reflecting on yourself and learning that empathy is a strength that allows you to live a fulfilling life. Follow  @AllySalama : INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/allysalama/?hl=en YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZOXxqug0twnzRizJTgCzg PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empathy-always-wins-with-ally-salama/id1491067099 WEBSITE: https://www.allysalama.com/ WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: 00:00 Intro 02:28 Empathy vs Sympathy 08:01 How can someone become more empathetic in Ramadan? 13:06 Red flags that someone is narcissistic 17:22 Can empathy be developed? 19:44 Should you be empathetic to people who've hurt you in the past? 23:54 What would younger Ally tell himself? 24:39 Outro ________________________________________________________________________________________________ YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768 ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034133148?adj_t=dgl0aa8_64v1dnl&adj_campaign=web&adj_adgroup=podcast&adj_creative=125219092 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.

In this episode of the Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast's Ramadan Special, we have content creators Sana and Will of the  @SalehFamily . The  @SalehFamily  focuses on creating content to humanize the Muslim community and unite them all regardless of their differences. We discuss unity and learning to be accepting of one another's beliefs. We further talk about the infamous "Haram Police" and the negative implications they have that does more harm than good on minority communities. Further, Will discusses his conversion to Islam and why faith has changed his life for the better. We talk about misconceptions that non-Muslims may have about Ramadan and how one can leverage themselves to battle these misconceptions. Last, we discuss the true essence of Ramadan and what Muslims and non-Muslims alike can do during this holy month. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: 00:00 Intro 01:35 The importance of unity 13:36 What does unity mean to Will and Sana? 16:36 Thoughts on "Haram Police" 30:19 Disunity among the Muslim community 34:49 What inspired Will to convert to Islam 38:26 What do Sana and Will want to teach their kids this Ramadan? 42:44 Misconceptions non-Muslims have about Ramadan 44:52 How can non-Muslims accommodate Muslims in the month of Ramadan? 47:16 Outro

In Yalla! Let's Talk's very first Ramadan Special, we have Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Emile Sabga with us today to discuss all things related to nutrition and fasting in Ramadan. We dive straight into debunking myths about nutrition and fasting, and what healthy eating entails. Dr. Emile and I talk about fasting and why fasting is good for the body, mind, and soul. Learning to eat the right foods during Ramadan, specifically during Iftar and Suhoor, to maximize the benefits of fasting is what Dr. Emile emphasizes in this episode. Discussing the various areas of nutrition and learning to manage your stress by doing what you are passionate about will aid you in living a longer and more fulfilling life. This Ramadan Special episode focuses on providing all information related to fasting and eating in Ramadan and how one can make the most of this month. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: 00:00 Intro 02:37 Emile's journey in becoming a naturopathic doctor 04:25 Misconceptions on nutrition debunked 08:57 What is fasting? 13:41 Why fasting is so beneficial 18:28 What you should eat in Iftar 26:43 Food recommendations for Suhoor 28:21 Getting fit in Ramadan 30:48 Maximizing on the benefits of fasting 34:27 Advice on living longer Follow Dr. Emile Sabga: https://instagram.com/dremilesabga?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= ________________________________________________________________________________________________ YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768 ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034133148?adj_t=dgl0aa8_64v1dnl&adj_campaign=web&adj_adgroup=podcast&adj_creative=125219092 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk. #arab #interview #ramadan #food #fasting

In this episode of Yalla! Let's Talk, we explore the inspiring story of  Asala Dabke , a Palestinian Dabke group, formed a brotherhood and passed the torch for years. Learn how Wasif and Omar balance school, work, and social life while creating content and making a global impact through their music and dance. Discover insights and lessons from their journey to success, including their experience performing for Drake and the headlines they received as a Palestinian group.    WHAT WE TALK ABOUT   01:30 The Story of Asala Dabke  05:15 Tip to Choosing Team Members   08:00 What was it like performing for Drake?   09:45 East Meets West: How To Be Proud of Your Culture  16:00 When to Pass the Torch  17:55 PLAYING A GAME - SPIN THE WHEEL   24: 45 How Did They Perform for Drake?   32:45 What Motivates Asala Dabke?   42:12 SPIN THE WHEEL (PART 2)     Follow  Asala Dabke   https://www.tiktok.com/@asaladabke?lang=en  https://www.instagram.com/asaladabke/?hl=en  https://www.youtube.com/@AsalaDabke  ___________________________________________________________________________________________________  YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST:  YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalkANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQAPPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768 ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034133148?adj_t=dgl0aa8_64v1dnl&adj_campaign=web&adj_adgroup=podcast&adj_creative=125219092  FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS:  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.   #arab #dabke #interview #podcast #funny

In this episode, we talk about what a life for yourself looks like, what really is "self-love" and healing. From expectations to heartache, we talk about when and how we heal, and how to really listen and trust your heart.   I had the pleasure to sit down with  @NajwaZebian . Najwa is a best-selling author, poet, activist, speaker, and educator.  The search for a home—what Najwa describes as a place where the soul and heart feel at peace—was central to her early years. She has written extensively about what 'finding a home within' means, and how to heal our hearts.   In this unfiltered conversation, we discuss what self-love actually means. This definition of self-love is discussed through the lens of culture and community, as well as what happens we live a life for others. We also talk about heartbreak and the idea of hope, denial, the "villain ex", as well why it's important to listen to our heart when it says to "never again" wanting to fall in love. This is an episode you want to listen on repeat and share with a friend that may benefit as well.    Follow Najwa Zebian:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/najwazebian/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@najwazebian?lang=en Website: https://najwazebian.com/  You can also find Najwa's latest book on scribd :  "Trust Your Heart - Lead Your Journey to Self-Discovery from Within"   https://www.scribd.com/audiobook/623447285/Trust-Your-Heart-Lead-Your-Journey-to-Self-Discovery-From-Within   WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:  00:00 Intro  01:36 What inspired Najwa to write?  07:30 Does culture impact 'self-love'?  14:27 How to live for yourself and not others  23:37 The truth about heartbreak 31:10 Building a home within yourself  33:54 What does 'Buying Myself Flowers' mean when dating?  40:51 "Hope" can be a 'dead plant' 45:52 Should we villainize our ex?    57:26 Can you stay friends with someone who hurt you?  01:08:05 Who is Najwa, really?  01:10:31 Advice on heartbreak and healing  01:21:41 Learn more about Najwa’s new book: Trust Your Heart YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST:  YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768  ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034133148?adj_t=dgl0aa8_64v1dnl&adj_campaign=web&adj_adgroup=podcast&adj_creative=125219092 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.

This episode features Lebanese-Canadian TEDx speaker and comedian  @JozePiranian . Joze has taken the world by storm as he has been featured on Forbes, Google, Tesla, and TikTok due to his inspirational talks about conquering his fear of speaking due to his "stutter."   Today, Joze reveals how he has turned his greatest fear (speaking) into his greatest asset. He discusses growing up in Lebanon and Canada with a stutter and how it affected his life. He reveals his past fear of public speaking and how he did not want to be 'different,' a difference that he acknowledges as his biggest strength today. Joze further reveals how meditation and having a positive mindset helped him beat his fear of speaking and how it has brought him success today.   Joze lets viewers know that it is okay to be "different" because your difference is your biggest asset!  00:00 Intro 03:38 Growing Up With a Stutter 07:08: Joze on Losing Opportunities due to his Stutter 11:01 What Does Fear Mean to Joze? 17:46 How Meditation Changed Joze's Life 21:08 What Motivated Joze to Conquer His Fear of Speaking? 28:15 Why are People Often Afraid to Overcome Their Fears? 35:48 Best and Worst Piece of Advice? 42:20 Outro  ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST:  YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768  FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS:  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.   #arab #podcast #tedtalk #yallaletstalk #speaker #comedian #selfdevelopment

Today, I am talking to Maya Hussein.  @mayahussein_   is one of the most successful content creators to reflect Arab and Middle Eastern culture in her work. She has made millions of people laugh with her content and has become a household name across the world.   Today, Maya opens the conversation by sharing what it was like going through a divorce as an Arab woman. She shares her perspective on why someone may stay in a toxic relationship, as well as  the disadvantage woman from Arab or Middle Eastern cultures face when it comes to the stigma associated with being "divorced". She also shares the her healing process and how she found family and friends to be a powerful support system.   Maya also shares what inspires her content, how we all live similar lives, as well the importance of teaching children their native languages as an effort to preserve culture.   What We Discuss:  00:00 Intro 02:30 What Inspired Maya Hussein to start TikTok 04:30 Why Does Maya Create "Arab" Skits 07:33 Does Maya Feel Like She Re-Enforces Stereotypes?  08:28 Maya's Divorce and Why She Wants To Tell Her Story  10:06 Red Flags and Empty Promises  12:02 Why Maya Wanted to Stay in a Toxic Relationship?  13:27 Stigma of Being a Divorced Arab Woman 14:56 What Made Maya Decide to Move On 16:20 The Healing Process  19:17 Why Meeting Older People is Important For Maya 22:05 Why You Need To Teach Your Kids Arabic (or their Native Language)  YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST:  YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTX... APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletsta... TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk... SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.

What makes a healthy relationship? And what makes a toxic friendship?   In this episode of the Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast, upcoming artist  @whoiszeyne  sits down with host Hani Dajani to discuss friendships, specifically in the creative and music industry.  Zeyne shares facts of how unhealthy traits can ruin friendships, while also dividing into a discussion on what healthy support looks like - from family, friends, and other creatives (i.e. artists, content creators, influencers, etc.).   Zeyne also discusses her music journey as an artist based out in Jordan. She shares how she has seen growth in Jordan's music industry where it has become an ecosystem of creative music talent.   If you're looking to navigate relationships or understand the journey of an upcoming artist, this episode is for you.  Learn more about our awesome guest Zeyne: @whoiszeyne across all social media platforms.    What We Talk About With Zeyne:   00:00 Intro  07:13 Battling stigma of pursuing a music career path in the Arab world  12:21 How the pandemic helped Zeyne pursue her dreams  16:20 Introducing R&B and Afrobeats into Arabic music  19:11 Green and red flags in friendships within the creative industry  28:22 What draws people to become friends within the creative industry  36:40 How Zeyne's debut was manifested 41:06 Dealing with toxic friendships in every aspect of your life  46:50 The right moment doesn't exist, just do it!   __________________________________________________________________________________________  YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST:  YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS:  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=enSNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.  #friendships #zeyne #yallaletstalk #arab #jordan #music #toxicfriends #arabicmusic

Hani Dajani sits down with Yafa Jarrar to talk about resilience as a Palestinian who lived under Israeli occupation and then moved to Canada.   Yafa Jarrar is a lawyer and human rights activist advocating for Palestinian Human Rights. She is also the daughter of Palestinian Leader Khalida Jarrar, who was a political prisoner for two years in an Israeli prison. The Israeli army arrested Yafa's mother, Khalida Jarrar in their home in Ramallah in 2019, eight months after she was released following 20 months in administrative detention without trial or change. Yafa is a prime example of advocacy and resilience, and shows that being strong also means being human. We also dive into a discussion on Indigenous rights and reconciling living in a colonial settle state.     We Discuss:    1:41 Moving to Canada  7:00 How is it like to live in Palestine?   8:30 Why is Israel an apartheid system?   9:52 Palestinian Trauma and & the Diaspora   13:26 What Surprised Yafa in Canada   17:17 How to Integrate in Canada  19:55 Law School   23:00 Education as part of the liberation of Palestine   25:24 Khalida Jarrar & how Israel can act with impunity   29:00 Reconciling living in a settler country and being indigenous    37:38 Activism & Mental Health 40:19 Experiencing Loss and Celebrating Suha Jarrar's Life   _____________________________________________________________________________  YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST:  YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalkANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768  FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.   #selfdevelopment #khalidajarrar #yallaletstalk #arab #arabic #middleeast #palestine #humanrights

As diverse as the world is, the narrative is not. We're here to change that today.  Yalla! Let's Talk. (Podcast) provides a platform to discuss self-development and growth. In each episode, host Hani Dajani, invites special guests to share their stories and provide insights on a wide range of topics. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts, and please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Yalla! Let's Talk.  This podcast is designed to help you figure things out...by people still trying to figure things out.  #yallaletstalk  YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST:  YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalkANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768  FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS:  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=enTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=enSNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.

Get ready cause we're going deep today! In this episode, Abbas Wahab challenges us to think who we are and are not, and shares his story of how he came to do what he loves and built his own identity.  Abbas Wahab is a Sudanese-Canadian comedian, actor, writer, and the host of  @The Immigrant Section Podcast. In this episode, Abbas reflects on his journey and what led him to decide to change his career, from an engineer in San Francisco to a stand-up comedian. Abbas aims to challenge you to reflect on what truly makes you happy and fulfilled, and how you can define your own identity. By listening to this episode, you might realize that you're a different person than you thought you were. Abbas's story tells all. If you liked the episode, please don't forget to rate it and follow our podcast! Learn more about our awesome guest Abbas Wahab: @abbaswahab across all social media platforms and follow his podcast as well The Immigrant Section!  What We Talk About with Abbas:   00:00 Intro  05:55 How Was Abbas Sold Into Pursuing Engineering  07:28: When Did Abbas Realize That He Screw Himself Over by Becoming an Engineer  09:17 How Abbas's Childhood Cultivated Him Into Becoming a Comedian  12:23 The Reality Behind the Hollow Entertainment Industry  15:40 How Abbas is Finding His Voice  17:30 If You Don't Love What You Do, You're Wasting Your Life YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.

To launch the Yalla! Let's Talk. (Podcast), we have content creator Saif Shawaf as our first guest. Saif is known for his wholesome content and to make people laugh with his street-style interview #makeme. In this episode, Saif opens up like never before. He shares his personal struggles with anxiety, depression, and mental health. He shares his secret to managing anxiety and imposter syndrome as a content creator. In our conversation, he tells us how reading books and therapy has helped change his perspective in his life and how he was able to "let go". If you liked the episode, please don't forget to rate it and follow our podcast! Learn more about our awesome guest Saif Shawaf : @saifshawaf across all social media platforms. What We Talk About with Saif:   00:00 Intro 02:47 Content Creator Research?   10:05 How Reading Can Help You  18:20 Why Vulnerability is Powerful  22:00 Defining Anxiety  31:08 Anxiety in Content Creation   32:40 Being Arab and Talking about Mental Health  41:53 Learning to Forgive   54:20 Being a Rebel and Creating Your Own Path in Life  56:53 Learning from Previous Jobs to Create a Fulfilling Life YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST: YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalkSPOTIFY:  SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTXFC7GEbxmMWl6KsQ APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yalla-lets-talk-podcast/id1653842768 FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk.

To launch the Yalla! Let's Talk. (Podcast), we have content creator Saif Shawaf as our first guest. Saif is known for his wholesome content and to make people laugh with his street-style interview #makeme.  In this episode, Saif opens up like never before. He shares his personal struggles with anxiety, depression, and mental health. He shares his secret to managing anxiety and imposter syndrome as a content creator. In our conversation, he tells us how reading books and therapy has helped change his perspective in his life and how he was able to "let go".  If you liked the episode, please don't forget to rate it and subscribe!  Learn more about our awesome guest Saif Shawaf : @saifshawaf across all social media platforms.  YALLA! LET'S TALK. PODCAST YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/yallaletstalk INSTAGTAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk/?hl=en TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk?lang=en SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk. 

What exactly is winning? How do you beat the odds when all cards are stacked against you?    In this episode, we talk to the legend  @KarlWolfs  to learn more about his winning attitude, the mindset that got him to where he is today, and the simple habits to make sure you win every single day.    Follow Karl Wolf:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlwolfs/?hl=en  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@karlwolfs?lang=en

In this episode of the Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast, Black Hijabi comedian Hoodo Hersi ( @hoodocomedy ) discusses all things stand-up comedy. From a young age, comedy has been an outlet for Hoodo to get through traumatic things. Learning to hear your inner voice and doing what you love is what Hoodo emphasizes. She discusses the beauty of comedy, changing the minds of individuals with laughter, and how her parents view her comedic endeavours. We further discuss parents' expectations and the "formula" of talking to ethnic parents and setting boundaries to achieve independence. The topic of mental health and therapy is an important conversation on which we discuss our views.  This episode will surely make you laugh! Watch the hilarious BLOOPERS at the end!   Follow Hoodo Hersi: WEBSITE: https://hoodohersi.com/INSTAGRAM: @hoodocomedy  TIKTOK: @hoodocomedy   WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:  00:00 Intro  01:16 Why Hoodo joined the stand-up comedy world  09:44 Dealing with people's expectations  15:00 Hoodo's family on her entering the stand-up comedy world  17:35 What are Hoodo's values?  23:22 Hoodo's relationship with her parents  29:28 Achieving independency from your parents  34:28 Best and worst piece of advice  38:05 Outro  40:52 Bloopers