EPISODE · Feb 28, 2023 · 41 MIN
Episode 50: 'Blue Caftan' Review, the Earthquake, and an Update on Palestine
from The Middle Geeks
In our 50th (!) episode, we review Moroccan director Maryam Touzani's beautiful film Cannes-award winning film"Blue Caftan," which is a nuanced and heartfelt display of Moroccan life, culture, and queer identity. What are married couples willing to sacrifice? Why is it so refreshing to watch a nuanced and quiet story like this from North Africa? We also discuss the horrific news of the earthquake in Syria, Kurdistan, and Türkiye that has claimed over 50,000 lives, what you can do to help, and the latest horrible news out of Palestine. Where you can donate to help Earthquake Victims: Heyva Sor (Kurdish Red Moon) Mercy Corps Doctors Without Borders Syrian Emergency Task Force CARE International Syrian American Medical Society Islamic Relief USA Decolonize Palestine Our music is composed by Ashley Hefnawy. You can find more of her music here. We are a proud member of the Hard NOC podcast family. Follow us on Twitter: @TheMiddleGeeks, @MaeAbdu, @spiderswarz Follow us on Instagram @TheMiddleGeeks Subscribe to The Middle Geeks on Hard NOC Media
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Episode 50: 'Blue Caftan' Review, the Earthquake, and an Update on Palestine
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