In this episode, Shahd shares their journey of rebuilding their business, Molhem, after being displaced from Palestine, highlighting the emotional and logistical challenges but also the support that keeps them going. Shahd emphasises the importance of Palestinian art and culture in keeping their identity alive, as well as the need for continued global solidarity and awareness. Despite hardships, Shahd remains hopeful, encouraging others to stand up for Palestinian rights, support Palestinian businesses, and keep the conversation going.
Guest: Shahd Al-Modallal - Entrepreneur and co-founder of Molhem
Key Themes: Art, expression, resistance, creativity, culture.
About the Host
Sanaa is the founder of Susu’s Kitchen, an Instagram platform dedicated to Palestinian food, culture, and storytelling. Born in Gaza and now based in Ireland, Sanaa uses her passion for cooking and art to connect with her Palestinian heritage and share it with a broader audience. With a warm and engaging presence, Sanaa brings these important conversations to life, offering a safe space for young Palestinians to share their stories.
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Credits
Host: Sanaa El Habbash
Podcast Producer: spunout.ie
Illustrations: Sanaa El Habbash
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A Lot on Your Plate is a limited podcast series, produced by spunout, created to amplify the voices of young Palestinians living in Ireland. Hosted by Sanaa of ‘Susu’s Kitchen’, the series explores the intersection of Palestinian identity and life in Ireland through personal stories, cultural insights, and meaningful conversations. From food and art to community, education, and belonging, each episode provides a unique and intimate glimpse into the lives of young people navigating their Palestinian heritage while living in a new home.
Episode one featuring Raghad Abu Shammala, an Ireland-Palestine Scholarship Programme winner, is out now. Click the link in our bio to listen now.
Illustrations by @susus_kitchen
For more about this podcast, go to https://spunout.ie/ALOYP
If you were affected by any of the issues raised on this episode, you can click here to start a conversation with a trained volunteer on WhatsApp now. It's free, anonymous and here for you 24/7. If it matters to you, it matters to us.
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A Lot on Your Plate is a limited podcast series created to amplify the voices of young Palestinians living in Ireland. Hosted by Sanaa of Susu’s Kitchen, the series explores the intersection of Palestinian identity and life in Ireland through personal stories, cultural insights, and meaningful conversations. From food and art to community, education, and belonging, each episode provides a unique and intimate glimpse into the lives of young people navigating their Palestinian heritage while living in a new home.
