Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast

Amid protests at Columbia University and other academic institutions, the tensions rising between Israel and Iran, we feel that it's necessary to re-republish this episode in a short-format for viewers to understand the difference between anti-semitism and anti-zionism. Our guest in this episode is Jilian Rogin. Jillian identifies as Anti-Zionist Jewish Canadian. Jilian is an Associate Professor and a criminal defence lawyer. Her research interests include critical race/anti-colonial theory including antisemitism and anti-Zionism. Jillian is an active member of Independent Jewish Voices (IJV), Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) and the Jewish Faculty Network (JFN). Her PhD research focuses on Jewish advocacy in the enactment of hate speech legislation in Canada including changing conceptions of antisemitism over time.

In celebration of Arab Heritage Month, we are bringing you an episode that dissects deep into an important part of Arab culture - the language! In this episode of the YLT Podcast, we have Diana Al-Dajani, entrepreneur of the Arabic learning plafrom,  @eduTechnoz  and the app, Loogha. Diana is a momtrepreneur who turned an idea to help her children to learn Arabic into the top edtech company for Arabic education. Diana and I discuss the importance of staying intact with your native language and the many reasonings for the shame that individuals feel for speaking their native languages, especially when living as a minority. We further talk about the love that Diana has for Arabic and preserving her identity. Diana further talks about her unique way in which she started eduTechnoz and how that motivates her to keep going and bridge the gap for Arabic language learners. We lastly discuss the stress and troubles of entrepreneurs and the ways Diana is balancing her life. WHAT WE DISCUSS: (00:00) Intro (01:44) Where does the shame of speaking your native language come from? (05:05) Why are parents not teaching their kids Arabic? (08:03) Diana's journey with her startup, eduTechnoz (12:44) How does learning your native language shape your identity? (14:31) Do school systems fail us in understanding our native language? (16:21) Biggest challenge as a woman entrepreneur? (23:09) Best piece of advice received (25:52) Outro eduTechnoz: Follow: https://www.instagram.com/edutechnoz/Download: Loogha https://edutechnoz.com/language-app/ Arabic Tutoring for Kids: https://edutechnoz.com/arabic-online-tutoring/ Looga - download and speak Arabic (dialects available): looga.ca Free workshops request: https://forms.office.com/r/trnbmSGC9E Company: edutechnoz.com eduTechnoz’s mission is to inspire children to fall in love with Arabic language by enabling them to master every aspect of it through entertaining and exciting methods. We currently have 700+ electronic resources (games, printable worksheets, and eBooks) and we are working on adding more to reach 3000 resources by 2018. Over the last academic year, eduTechnoz has been introduced to schools in the GCC region and received a wide welcome from schools. We have over 54 schools in Qatar, 4 schools in Bahrain, and 2 in Kuwait who are registered and currently using eduTechnoz. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 #entrepreneur #edutechnoz #technology #arab

In this episode, we dive into a discussion on being your true and authentic self. The conversation is through the lens of culture, religion, parents' expectations, and how to reconcile those forces in order to move forward, heal, and lead an authentic life. The conversation is with our season regular, Najwa Zebian. Najwa is a best-selling author, speaker, and a thought-leader on healing. She recently released her book, "The Only Constant" where she discusses in more-depth the topic of change and leading a more authentic life. Go check it out now! What We Talk About: (00:00) Intro (01:55) what does authenticity even mean? (03:20) how to reconcile being authentic with religion or culture? (5:50) what if my religion clashes with my true self? (11:22) what if my parents don't approve of my authentic self? (22:20) how do we explain authenticity to ethnic parents? (28:00) why is it even important to being authentic? (32:31) how to let go of the life you thought you should have? Follow Najwa Zebian Instagram: @najwazebian. . TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@najwazebian?l... Website: https://najwazebian.com/ YALLA! LET'S TALK. 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: @yallaletstalk . TIKTOK: @yallaletstalk. . SNAPCHAT: @Yalla ! Let's Talk. #authentic #najwazebian #dating #healing #viral #podcast #interview

Authenticity and curiosity are some of the most underrated characteristics of leadership. Join the conversation as we discuss entrepreneurship, mindsets, and leadership with Rami Helali, the Co-Founder and CEO of Kotn, a B-Corp on a mission to bring lasting, sustainable products to our community. WHAT WE DISCUSS 00:00 Intro 02:01 what inspired Kotn? 07:21 how to evaluate your business ideas? 12:45 what does connecting the dots even mean? 17:38 how to develop a winning mindset? 21:50 how to lead with purpose? 25:41 Advice on finding your purpose and staying grounded 35:08 Best habit all leaders should develop 38:42 Building successful teams to scale Follow KOTN.: KOTN. WEBSITE: https://kotn.com/ KOTN. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/kotn/?hl=en KOTN. TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@kotn ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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.

Everyone seems to want to become a content creator these days. But how do you actually build a sustainable career? In this episode, we sit down with Jessie Jaurji ( @jaurji ) and in this conversation, we learn how you can build a sustainable career as a content creator on social media. Episode Breakdown (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:01:45) - Intro to Jesse - His Story (00:11:10) - How can content creators make money? (00:14:35) - What are the social media platforms that brands target? (00:18:55) - How can you approach brands to collaborate with? (00:21:35) - Should you be trusting an influencer agency for brand deals? (00:26:03) - What are some of the biggest mistakes that creators make today? (00:31:32) - What can you do as a content creator...besides creating content? (00:36:09) - Advice on becoming a content creator Follow Jessie Jaurfi YouTube: /  @jaurji  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaurjicomedy/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaurji?lang=en LISTEN TO YALLA! LET'S TALK. YOUTUBE: / yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTX... APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034... SPOTIFY PODCASTERS: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: / yallaletstalk TIKTOK: / yallaletstalk SNAPCHAT: /yalla !Let's Talk.

In this episode, we talk about what dating looks like today. In other words, situationships and mixed signals. We answer questions like, "how to get over someone you haven't really dated?" or "should you be platonic friends after a situationship"? Our guest today is content creator and internet personality Sahar Dahi (also known as saharroo on social media). With millions of subscribers, Sahar creates content that help people navigate real issues, from healthy friendships to ways to treat yoself! Episode Breakdown (00:00) Intro & Get to Know Sahar (03:46) Modern Day Dating, Mixed Signals, & The Chase (07:50) What Men Shouldn't Be Doing on Dates? (15:10) You Have Them on a Pedestal! What to Do Now? (20:05) Situationships 101 - Friends, Ghosting, and More! (31:15) Should You Date Mutual Friends? (32:30) Red Flags, Being Confused, & How To Know if They Like You (41:30) Green Flags & Best Piece of Advice Follow Sahar Dahi YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbgN4Tof6SF484tLbOy5u8g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sahardahii/?hl=enTikTok: hhttps://www.tiktok.com/@saharrooo?lang=en LISTEN TO YALLA! LET'S TALK. YALLA! LET'S TALK.YOUTUBE: / yallaletstalk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTX APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast ANGHAMI: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034 SPOTIFY PODCASTERS: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yallaletstalk FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yallaletstalk TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@yallaletstalk SNAPCHAT: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/Yalla! Let's Talk. #dating #situationships #delusionalships #ghosting #mixedsignals #chase #genz #podcast #relationship #relationshipadvice

Have you found it very difficult to let go of someone who cheated? Have you dated a narcissist before? And do YOU want to heal and start dating again? Listen to this episode! In the first episode of season 2, I had the pleasure to sit down with  @NajwaZebian . Najwa is no stranger to Yalla! Let's Talk., where her previous episode "Buy Yourself Flowers, Trust Your Heart, and Start Healing" was among the top listened episode of our last season. She is a best-selling author ("Welcome Home", "Conversations on Letting Go", "The Nectar of Pain", and the list goes on), poet, activist, speaker, and educator. Najwa truly has a gift with words and truly understands complexities of a subject and simplifies the advice. In this episode, we discuss the topic of letting go, specifically from a cheater or narcissist (often times, both). We dive into the following topics: 1) They Cheated. Now What? 2) Ways to Actually Let Go, Even Without Closure/ 3) What You Need To know When Getting Over a Narcissist 4) Dating Again & Finding Someone EVEN Better 0:00 Introduction 2:20 What Makes It Hard To Let Go of a Cheater? Should You Break Up? 7:42 Questions to Ask Yourself and Boundaries If You Choose to Stay With a Cheater 12:36 You Are NOT Overthinking 16:42 How Do You Actually Let Go? 36:50 What You Need to Know About Dating a Narcissist 48:37 Dating Again, Having a "Type", & Finding Someone Better 58:25 What is the Difference Between "Self-Compassion" vs. being "Selfish"? 1:04:10 Concluding Remarks Follow Najwa Zebian:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/najwazebian...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@najwazebian?l...Website: https://najwazebian.com/ YALLA! LET'S TALK. 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.

Here are the 5, important pieces of relationship advice for men that are discussed in this episode: 1. Avoid double standards - they're toxic. For example, with your sisters, you should not expect her to do less simply because she is a woman. 2. Control does NOT equal protection 3. You need to be clear about consent. It's always better to ask than assume. 4. If you're sexually active, you can get an STD/STI. You have an obligation to notify people you've hooked up with recently. 5. Should you still be friends with an ex or previous situationship? That is a question you can only answer, but your current partners feelings are valid. Today, I had the pleasure to speak to comedian and friend, Oussama Tabbara. We delved into a discussion, that ranged from hypocrisy found in some Arab men to having an important discussion on consent. Though the title of the episode is "Arab Men", I'm sure the themes discussed can be applied to many cultures and dynamics. Disclaimer: By producing this episode, our goal is not to reinforce stereotypes or create a negative image on Arab men. We ourselves are proud Arab men. We discuss our lived experiences and our observations through our lens, with the goal of challenging norms and creating an open dialogue about it. CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 03:35 Double standards - brothers and sisters 09:27 What does consent look like? 12:16 What you need to know about STDs? 16:25 Should you be friends with an ex? 25:00 Why communication is key in relationships 27:00 Concluding remarks Follow Oussama Tabarra: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouss_comedy/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oussamas_daily_jokeYALLA! LET'S TALK.YOUTUBE: / yallaletstalk ANCHOR: https://anchor.fm/yallaletstalkSPOTIFY: 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 #relationship #middleeastern #arabmen #dating #relationshipadvice Arab; Consent

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.

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.

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

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