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The afikra Podcast is our flagship series featuring experts from academia, art, media, urban planning and beyond, who are helping document and shape the histories and cultures of the Arab world through their ‎work. Our hope is that by having the guest share their expertise and story, the community walks away with a new‎found curiosity, and recommendations about new nerdy rabbit holes to dive into ... more

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Discover the interconnectedness of peddling and factory work, the surprising origins of the Aloha shirt, and the key role Syrian workers played in major labor actions like the 1912 Bread and Roses strike in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Associate Professo... more

The discussion covers the evolving role of debt as an instrument of empire, the emergence of sovereign wealth funds, and the ways financial instruments and flows of money subtly shape political realities and people's lives in the region. Professor El... more

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The discussion delves into the complex historical eras of Iraq, challenging binary understandings of its past and present. A professor at Haverford College and author of "Political Undesirables: Citizen Denaturalization and Reclamation in Iraq and Re... more

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We visit Basel Dalloul at the Dalloul Artist Collective to discuss the genesis of the Dalloul Art Foundation and the mission of the new artist collective. A technologist and lawyer by training, Basel shares his family’s journey into collecting art an... more

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Recent Guests

Stacy Fahrenthold
Associate Professor of History at the University of California, Davis and author of Unmentionables, Textiles, Garment Work, and the Syrian American Working Class
University of California, Davis
Episode: Textile Workers & the Syrian-American Working Class | Stacy D. Fahrenthold
Julia Elyachar
Professor at Princeton University specializing in anthropology and economics, focusing on debt and its implications in the Arab world.
Princeton University
Episode: Julia Elyachar | On the Semicivilized: Coloniality, Finance & Embodied Sovereignty in Cairo
Hiba Abid
Curator for Middle Eastern and Islamic studies at the New York Public Library
New York Public Library
Episode: Curator Hiba Abid | Niyū Yūrk at the New York Public Library
Mohamed Maktabi
Part of the third generation of the Maktabi family running the carpet business
Iwan Maktabi
Episode: History of Carpets | Mohamed Maktabi
Logan Cochrane
Professor of Public Policy at HBKU in Qatar and author of Sustainable Qatar
HBKU
Episode: Sustainability in Qatar & the GCC: Environmental Challenges & Opportunities
Reema al-Hababi
Graduate of HBKU, co-editor of the Sustainable Qatar book
HBKU
Episode: Sustainability in Qatar & the GCC: Environmental Challenges & Opportunities
Dr. Mohammed Hashas
Assistant Professor at the University of Rome, editor of the book Contemporary Moroccan Thought.
University of Rome
Episode: Contemporary Moroccan Thought | Mohammed Hashas
Nasser Rabbat
Aga Khan Professor and Director of the Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at MIT
MIT
Episode: Director of Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at MIT Nasser Rabbat on Al-Maqrizi
Neha Vora
Professor of Anthropology at the American University of Sharjah.
American University of Sharjah
Episode: Dubai's South Asian Communities | Neha Vora

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Mikey Muhanna
Host and curator with a focus on documenting and discussing Arab culture and histories through various mediums.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 300 ratings
  • Very informative

    Love the conversations with experts from the Arab world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Obnossious
    United States5 years ago
  • The perfect listen!

    Super informative and unique stories from around the Arab world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mahakamel
    United States5 years ago
  • Thank you Afikra team

    I feel like one of my dreams come true, I can finally listen to Afikra talks while walking or traveling. Thank you for turning the talks into podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arwa AF
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Feedback indicates a strong appreciation for the representation of lesser-known narratives and histories in the Arab context.
Listeners appreciate the depth and diversity of conversations with experts from the Arab world.
The storytelling approach invites curiosity and exploration, making complex topics accessible to a broader audience.

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#158
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#104
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#113
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#121
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#229
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Textile Workers & the Syrian-American Working Class | Stacy D. Fahrenthold
Q: What do you mean by visible?
Stacy explains that while Syrians weren't the majority, they were a significant part of the labor actions in specific cities like Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Textile Workers & the Syrian-American Working Class | Stacy D. Fahrenthold
Q: What is the story behind this word kimono?
Stacy explains that it's a form of branding for an American audience, referring to a garment that is fundamentally different from the traditional Japanese kimono.
Textile Workers & the Syrian-American Working Class | Stacy D. Fahrenthold
Q: Can you paint a picture of the degree to which women are part of this sort of sector of the labor market?
Stacy mentions that the majority of textile workers were young women who were often heads of households, working before and after marriage.
Textile Workers & the Syrian-American Working Class | Stacy D. Fahrenthold
Q: Were these people part of labor movements that were connected to sort of like broader labor movements globally?
Yes, Stacy notes that Syrian workers engaged with many immigrant groups in labor actions in the US, intersecting with broader labor unions.
Textile Workers & the Syrian-American Working Class | Stacy D. Fahrenthold
Q: Who were the Syrian American Working Class that you're talking about in Unmentionables?
Stacy describes them as new immigrants primarily involved in textile industries, including women and children, who worked in various factories and homes, producing garments.

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Focused on documenting and exploring the histories and cultures of the Arab world, the show features in-depth conversations with experts from diverse fields including academia, art, media, and urban planning. Episodes often emphasize the significance of narratives from the Arab perspective and discuss contemporary issues related to cultural representation and sustainability, while also offering insights into personal stories and experiences of the guests involved.

What makes this series particularly noteworthy is its commitment to creating a platform for voices that challenge prevailing narratives about the Arab community. By addressing topics like art, architecture, sustainability, and identity, the show invites listeners to engage with t... more

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2. Julia Elyachar
3. Hiba Abid
4. Mohamed Maktabi
5. Logan Cochrane
6. Reema al-Hababi
7. Dr. Mohammed Hashas
8. Nasser Rabbat

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