Laadheenee Meehun

Burakashi and Zileybee discuss the concept of hardcore Dhivehin against the backdrop of Roadhamas. Roadhamas is a time when we place extra emphasis on spirituality, piety and morality. The everyday politics of I-am-holier-than-thou is taken to new heights. It is a time when the hardcore aspects of what we as a society generally regards as what makes us uniquely Dhivehi comes out in full force. Chapter list: 01. Hardcore Dhivehin 101 02. Who do Dhivehin trust?03. Hardcore Dhivehin (Gone Political)04. Real extra about Roadhamas05. Hurlin' the fast06. Badhige' Politiks07. The Ramadan Secret Shopper08. Hungry men on motorcycles 09. Stackin' that savaabu10. Operation water sneak11. The Soul/Food Police12. Tips for Laadheenee Children for fasting around most glorious month of Ramadan13. BUSTED14. HARDCORE DHIVEHIN PT3 (Maumoon's version)15. Repackaged propaganda16. Fighting Kites17. Hardcore Dhivehin Pt IV18. Bloody Roots19. 100% Dhivehin

In this episode of Laadheenee Meehun, Burakashi and Zileybee talk about their experiences of growing up queer and confused in the Maldives. They recall their earliest experiences of living in the claustrophobic conditions of Male’, while also making sense of their gender, sex and sexuality. We cover the hottest corner-shop gossip, to experiences of harassment, and coping with the stress of being a queer teen in a theocratic society. Chapters:Intro Queers in ParadiseCorner-shop GossHoneyThe Land of ConfusionThe Booby InterventionBoys and GirlsPraying the Gay AwayFK SMSScribbles on the WallAll us sluts are going to hell Wake up for prayers, bbA Safe Space for HarmWrap up  Please be warned that the last chapter "A Safe Space for Harm", starting at around 55mins and ending at around 1hr5mins deals with personal stories of self harm and suicide. 

Burakashi and Zileybee discuss why nobody seems to know anything about the Maldives. From Arab Colonialism, to Maumoon the dictator, to  the all encompassing tourism industry, and the appalling lack of queer and political rights,  come on a laadheenee journey to find out why the Maldives is far from a paradise. This episode will serve as a preview and introduction to the topics that will be covered in upcoming episodes.