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Belongings
by Lina Sergie Attar
Belongings is a podcast that explores concepts of home, belonging, collective memory, loss, and displacement. Discussions revolve around questions like: How do we find belonging? What is home to us now? What makes a community? How to rebuild the sense of home after displacement? Is home where we are from or where we are going to or something in between? Each episode includes an intimate conversation with a special guest as well as a lived experience account from a Syrian refugee.
Episodes
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Beyond Borders: On Identity and Activism with Isra Chaker and Yusuf
Isra Chakir, the extraordinary Syrian-American civil rights activist, joins us for an eye-opening conversation about her journey in advocacy and identity. As a Senior Campaign Manager at Amnesty International USA, Isra has been a stalwart champion for immigrant and refugee rights. Her deeply...
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Empowering Syrian Youth Through Education with Majed Abdelsamad and George Batah
What does it mean to truly belong? Join us in this compelling episode, “Empowering Syrian Youth Through Education,” where we are honored to speak with George Batah and Majed Abdelsamad, two extraordinary Syrian humanitarians now thriving in New York. They open up about their evolving sense of...
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Rising from the Rubble: Overcoming Loss and Displacements with Rose McCall and Nour
Join us on an emotional journey with Rose McCall, our Belonging(s) guest and the Director of Philanthropy at Karam Foundation, as she weaves stories of belonging beyond conventional limits. Through her narratives, we explore the complex terrain of identity—a rich tapestry interlaced with cultural...
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Canvas of Cultures: Exploring Migration Through Art with Helen Zughaib and Kardelin
In this episode, embark on a journey of artistic discovery with Helen Zughaib, a visionary artist whose canvas extends far beyond paint and brushes to the core of human experience. Her creation, “Map of Home,” is a gateway to a conversation laced with nostalgia, belonging, and the intricate ways...
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Invisible Threads: Shaping Identity and Journalism with Hala Gorani and Jana
Experience the profound journey of identity and the search for a sense of belonging with Hala Gorani, the renowned journalist whose own story embodies the complexity of culture and heritage. Navigating the heart-wrenching realities of war-torn regions, Hala Gorani provides a raw account of the...
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Weaving Narratives of Identity, Diaspora, and Dreams With Liam LoPinto and Shaimaa
Join us on a captivating journey as we explore the nuanced layers of belonging with Liam LoPinto, an Iranian-American filmmaker whose poignant work captures the heart of diaspora experiences. From Karam House, meet Shaimaa, a Syrian refugee and a Karam Leader. Shaimaa speaks of her struggles...
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Courage Across Borders with Arwa Damon and Yusuf
Arwa Damon, a journalist and humanitarian, shares her experiences and insights in this conversation. She discusses her upbringing in the Middle East, her definition of belonging, and her journey as a journalist covering conflict zones. Arwa also talks about her work with INARA, a nonprofit...
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A Tapestry of Art and Identity with Arian Moayed and Aya
As we launch into the third season of our podcast, Arian's reflections on belonging offer a rich tapestry of community and identity woven through personal stories from his life. From the heritage of the Taino people to the challenges of Western business practices, Arian's conversation takes us on…
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Documenting the Human Spirit: Orlando von Einsiedel on Filmmaking, Conflict, and Belonging
In this season finale of Belongings, embark on an emotional voyage with Orlando von Einsiedel, an Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker whose work in capturing the raw human experience in war-torn regions has reshaped our understanding of home and belonging. Through intimate conversation, Orlando...
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Syrian Refugee Support: Journey into Understanding
Join us for an emotional clip of resilience, empowerment, and humanity as we traverse through stories of Syrian refugees, with special guest Rose McCal, Karam Foundation’s Director of Philanthropy. Full episode to be released soon. To support Syrian refugees, visit KaramFoundation.org
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Triumph Over Tremors: A Post Earthquake Story
When the earth literally shakes beneath your feet, your sense of home and belonging can be deeply affected. Assalah, a Syrian refugee and valued member of the Karam House team, knows this reality all too well. She recounts the tremors of the February earthquakes that left her homeless, painting a...
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REPUBLISHED: Belonging, Activism, and the Struggle for Liberation: A Conversation with Lara Elborno and Lama
In light of recent events, we republish our episode with Lara Elborno, an international lawyer and creator of the Palestine Pod. Together, Lina and Lara discuss the complexities of activism, the concept of belonging, and the struggle for Palestine liberation. Then, from Karam House Istanbul, team...
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Exploring Cultural Identity with Omar Offendum and Maram: A Journey Through Little Syria and Beyond
Get ready to step into the captivating mind of Syrian-American rapper and spoken word artist Omar Offendum. From the intersections of hip-hop and Arabic poetry to his architectural influences, Omar’s unique perspective and storytelling invite you on an inspiring journey through culture, identity,...
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Understanding Belonging through Design and Displacement: A Conversation with Abeer Seikaly and Yousef Yousef
Brace yourself for a journey of exploration into the realms of belonging, home, and identity with Lina's dear friend Abeer Seikaly, a brilliant figure known for her innovative work in architecture, design, and cultural production. This episode is a trove of insights as they discuss Abeer's...
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Navigating Polyculturalism and the Healing Power of Art with Jamil Khoury and Majd
In this episode, Lina and co-founder and executive director of Silk Road Rising Theatre, explore the intriguing concept of belonging. With Jamil's progressive, polyculturalist perspective, the two navigated through complex subjects like cultural evolution, the power of dialogue, and the...
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Creating a Sense of Belonging: Insights from Renn Vara on Ethical Leadership and the Power of Education
I've always believed that belonging is a fundamental human need, but it took my conversation with Renn Vara to fully understand its magnitude and depth. Renn's insights, formed from years of working with Silicon Valley tech companies, shed light on how the idea of belonging influenced Airbnb's...
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Advocacy, Storytelling, and Healing with Waad Al-Kateab and Mohammad
In this season finale, Lina is joined by journalist, filmmaker, activist, and special friend Waad Al-Kateab. They discuss the challenges of grieving as a refugee and the guilt around feeling sad for leaving Syria. They touch on the importance of allowing ourselves to mourn, while recognizing the...
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Belonging, Activism, and the Struggle for Liberation: A Conversation with Lara Elborno and Lama
In this episode, Lina is joined by Lara Elborno, an international lawyer and creator of the Palestine Pod. Together, they discuss the complexities of activism, the concept of belonging, and the struggle for Palestine liberation. Then, from Karam House Istanbul, team member Lama recalls her…
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Belonging to the Future with Amer Jandali and Alaa
In this episode, Lina chats with "futurist" Amer Jandali about belonging, the planet, and how we, as a global community can come together to shape our future. Then, from Istanbul, seventeen-year-old Alaa shares his unique understanding of belonging and why community means the world to him,
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A Reflection on the Turkiye-Syria Earthquake
In this special episode, Lina joins Karam Foundation Director of Communications, Rama Majzoub, for a conversation on the February Turkiye-Syria earthquakes. Together they discuss Karam's emergency response, the needs of the community, and what Lina witnessed firsthand when she visited Reyhanli…
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The Language of Belonging with Nour Al Ghraowi and Sam Al Saman
In this episode, Lina chats with Nour Al Ghraowi, poet and member of the Karam Foundation team. They discuss belonging and the power of inclusive language. Then, from The Netherlands, 19-year-old Sam shares his unique journey of moving from one country to another to another and how it helped him...
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Breaking Stereotypes with Laith Nakli and Layan
In this episode, Lina chats with Laith Nakle about representation and fitting in while standing out. Then, from Istanbul, Lina talks to Layan about finding yourself in the community around you.
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The Crux of Belonging with Wendy Pearlman and Bayan
In this episode, Lina talks to award-winning professor and author Wendy Pearlman about telling the stories of unheard voices and what authentic belonging comes down to. Then, we hear from Bayan from Reyhanli, Turkey and her perspective on finding home and being yourself.
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A reflection on 2022
In this surprise episode of Belongings, Lina reflects on the past year as Karam CEO and what the team in Turkey, in the US, and supporters made possible for refugees.
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Owning our Stories with Hassan Akkad and Abdulaziz
In this inspirational episode of Belongings, Lina speaks with Hassan Akkad, a Syrian refugee, photographer, filmmaker, and refugee rights activist in the United Kingdom about the refugee experience and the importance of owning and documenting our stories. Then, from the heart of Istanbul,...
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The Evolving Tastes of Home with Rose Previte & Mazen
In this second episode of Belongings, Lina Sergie Attar sits down with restauranteur Rose Previte to talk about home, food, and hope. Rose takes listeners on a journey down memory lane and revisits her grandmother's home just in time for morning breakfast. Lina then chats with Mazen from Istanbul...
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Hereness and a Home of Colors with Molly Crabapple and Reema A.
In this debut episode, Lina talks to artist Molly Crabapple about her recent trip to Ukraine, supporting refugees, and the importance of storytelling and being present. This episode also features a conversation with young Reema, a Syrian refugee currently living in Reyhanli, Turkey, who talks…
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Welcome to Belongings
This is Belongings, intimate conversations with creative minds about the places that shape us, make us, and sometimes, break us. Where do you belong?
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Belongings is a podcast that explores concepts of home, belonging, collective memory, loss, and displacement. Discussions revolve around questions like: How do we find belonging? What is home to us now? What makes a community? How to rebuild the sense of home after displacement? Is home where we are from or where we are going to or something in between? Each episode includes an intimate conversation with a special guest as well as a lived experience account from a Syrian refugee.
HOSTED BY
Lina Sergie Attar
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Belongings currently has 28 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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Belongings is a podcast that explores concepts of home, belonging, collective memory, loss, and displacement. Discussions revolve around questions like: How do we find belonging? What is home to us now? What makes a community? How to rebuild the sense of home after displacement? Is home where we...
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Belongings is created and hosted by Lina Sergie Attar.
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