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Obnoxiously Pleasant

Hanan & Lina
Arab Culture
Palestine
Gaza
Unemployment
Jerusalem
Arab American Dating
Upscrolled
Gaza Ceasefire
Grief
Marriage
ELMO
Arab American Heritage Month
Paul Elia
Consistency Over Intensity
Arab American
Downey, United States
Lebanese-American
Wael Kfoury
New York
What Will People Think?

An Arab American podcast where we share our love of Arab culture, food, and everything in between.This is an apolitical podcast with a focus on having great conversations and a good laugh. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube www.youtube.com/channel/UC9zCKug0jbPEsRQegq99mOA?app=desktop

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From MAGA losing it over Elmo speaking Arabic to the backlash around Sabrina Carpenter, it’s been a busy Arab American Heritage Month. We start with the reaction to Ramy Youssef and Elmo’s “habibi” moment, then get into the conversation around zaghro... more

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Ramy Youssef
Actor/comedian who appeared in a clip with Sesame Street
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Episode: MAGA Meltdown Over Elmo + Sabrina Carpenter Backlash
Issam Hijazi
Founder and creator of UpScrolled
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Episode: UpScrolled: The App Taking On Instagram and TikTok
Sara Hamdan
Palestinian-American author
Author, What Will People Think?
Episode: "What Will People Think?" Sara Hamdan on Palestinian Identity & Breaking Stereotypes

Hosts

Hanan
Host of Obnoxiously Pleasant; leads conversational, relatable dialogue with humor and personal insights
Lena
Co-host of Obnoxiously Pleasant; contributes thoughtful commentary and cultural context
Lina
Co-host of Obnoxiously Pleasant; conducts research and conducts interviews

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • The realest ladies online!

    They are smart, thoughtful caring and hilarious! Thank you for keeping us accountable, humble and grounded through it all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    n a d 1991
    United States3 months ago
  • NEVER A DULL MOMENT

    I looooove these two!! Oh my goodness! I can’t even work properly when I’m listening to these two cuz I’m like trying so hard not to burst out laughing!! Seriously, If you haven’t heard their podcast, start doing so! You’ll regret not knowing about them sooner. Much love girls!!! You both are doing awesome work! Comedy Gold!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meteor_Eddie
    United States3 years ago
  • Looking forward to more!

    I'm definitely looking forward to the completely frank views of Hanan and Lina on this crazy world we live in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bsuf8617
    United States5 years ago

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Q: Going into your second marriage, if you could describe that experience in one simple sentence, what would it be?
COVID played a significant part; the times forced reflection and helped them see companionship in a new light.

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The show combines candid banter with cultural storytelling from Arab American hosts who mix humor with insightful takes on daily life, identity, and community. Episodes often center on culture, food, family dynamics, and personal growth, while tackling timely topics with warmth and sharp observation. A standout aspect is how the hosts blend affectionate humor with pointed commentary, creating a welcoming space for diverse Arab American experiences. Listeners can expect relatable conversations, guest perspectives from authors, founders, and entertainers, and a steady thread of community-focused moments that highlight Palestinian and broader Arab diaspora perspectives, all delivered in a down-to-earth, personable style.

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Obnoxiously Pleasant launched 5 years ago and published 70 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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