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The Levant Lounge
by Zeina and Sarah
Welcome to The Levant Lounge, where Beiruti bliss meets Michigan madness. Join Zeina & Sarah in casual conversations about anything and everything from growing up as bicultural children to defining their individuality in the collective. With sass & sensibility and a touch of wisdom & whimsy, enjoy listening in as they weave their way through life’s nomadic journey.
Episodes
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Phoenix Rises
Please note: This episode contains discussions of war and trauma that may be triggering for some listeners. Our latest episode delves deep into the psyche of war in Lebanon, between carrying its weight from afar and surviving its reality on the ground. We explore both emotional experiences and...
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Beauty & the Beasts
Get ready for another loaded episode ladies! Beauty standards have always been prominent in the Lebanese culture, from unsolicited comments from the aunties to “sma3iya mini ya khalto”. We take a deeper look into gender comparisons, agism, plastic surgery and more. Our book recommendations for…
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Teen Talks: Identity, Culture & Belonging ft. Yasmine K
We are so excited to introduce our very first guest on the podcast, Yasmine! We have watched Yasmine blossom & grow over the years, and getting to pick her brain was an absolute delight. She talks about being a third culture kid, growing up across the globe and preparing herself for the new world...
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You’ve Got A Friend In Me
Welcome back to our first episode of season 2 of The Levant Lounge! We are so excited to kick off the series with our friendship episode, diving head first into the complexities of girlhood & how to maintain healthy friendships over the years. Our book recommendations for this episode are: The...
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Cedar & Spine: Dinner for Vampires
Welcome to the first episode of our mini series, Cedar & Spine— our very own podcast book club! Every month we’re going to unpack one of our top current reads from romance to memoirs. First up is Dinner for Vampires, a chilling tale by Bethany Joy Lenz as she retells her years spent unknowingly...
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Reminiscing on Ramadan
Reminisce on Ramadan with us in our first season finale! This episode took us for a stroll down memory lane as we discussed fasting in the diaspora, iftars back home and the traditions we’re bringing with us into this new generation. Our book recommendations for this episode are Inspiration from...
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Mindful Muslim
Today’s episode Mindful Muslim takes a deeper dive into our own personal journeys with our religion and culture. Enjoy our anecdotes, memories and laughs as we discuss what being a Muslim in today’s day and age means to us. Book recommendations for this episode are Evil Eye by Etaf Rum, Secrets…
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Behind the Screens
Are screens ruining our self confidence and mental capabilities as we age? This is only one of the questions we dive into in today’s episode as we discuss the impacts of social media on not just our own generation, but those following us. Today’s book recommendation is The Unplugged Hours:...
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For The Girlies
Let’s talk taboo, ladies and gentlemen! Today’s episode delves into the untouchable topics of infertility, IVF, periods, cycle synching and all the 3aib topics your aunties will shush you for talking about. Please note, we do touch on possibly triggering topics like miscarriages and pregnancy...
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Manifesting Magic
Our most magical episode yet, follow us down the spiritual path to enlightenment! From the beginner to the expert, whether you’re a skeptic or a star chaser, this episode is for anyone with an inkling of curiosity about the world of mysticism, manifestation and the power of belief. The books we...
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Desperate in the Diaspora
A heavier episode, we delve deeper into the struggles of being children of the diaspora. From living with survivor’s guilt to coping in times of war from afar, we’re navigating the uncharted territories of being expats in our generation. Please note this episode touches heavily on strategies of…
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Mosaic Minds
Let’s walk hand in hand into the tangles of mental health in the Arab world. One of our heaviest topics this season, we delve deep into the minds of our peoples’ imposed generational trauma, the power of resilience and the importance of community. Our book recommendations this episode are The…
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Me, Myself & I
Episode 3 is here and ready to spread the love…the self-love, that is! It’s time to talk everything to do with becoming the best version of yourself from career, to creative outlets, to leaving your 20s behind. Our book recommendation for this episode is Now Is Your Chance by Niyc Pidgeon.
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Setups & Salams
And we’re back with the second episode in the Levant Lounge. Let’s talk about everyone’s favorite topic: dating! Come along as we chat about all things juicy in relationships, from trying to make the apps work to marriage & family life. This week’s books to read are Attached: The New Science of...
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Welcome to The Levant Lounge
Welcome to The Levant Lounge! Join us, Sarah and Zeina, as we take a peek into the journey that brought us to where we are today through the lens of happiness. In every episode, we will drop book recommendations and today’s reads are Hector and the Search for Happiness by Francois LeLord and The...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Levant Lounge, where Beiruti bliss meets Michigan madness. Join Zeina & Sarah in casual conversations about anything and everything from growing up as bicultural children to defining their individuality in the collective. With sass & sensibility and a touch of wisdom & whimsy, enjoy listening in as they weave their way through life’s nomadic journey.
HOSTED BY
Zeina and Sarah
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How many episodes does The Levant Lounge have?
The Levant Lounge currently has 15 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The Levant Lounge about?
Welcome to The Levant Lounge, where Beiruti bliss meets Michigan madness. Join Zeina & Sarah in casual conversations about anything and everything from growing up as bicultural children to defining their individuality in the collective. With sass & sensibility and a touch of wisdom & whimsy, enjoy...
How often does The Levant Lounge release new episodes?
The Levant Lounge has 15 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts The Levant Lounge?
The Levant Lounge is created and hosted by Zeina and Sarah.
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