“Imshi Imshi" unfolds the profound stories of Arabs who have journeyed from the Middle East to the Western world. Our guests share their transformative experiences, marked by war-torn childhoods, cultural upheavals, and a relentless quest for identity amid adversity. This podcast is a heartfelt exploration of love, loss, resilience, and the human spirit's remarkable capacity to rise, rebuild, and radiate hope.
Navigating the complex tapestry of different cultures, languages, and societal expectations, our guests, hailing from diverse backgrounds and professions, offer an intimate glimpse into the lives of Arabs in the West. They confront stereotypes, embrace their heritage, and celebrate their contributions, weaving tales of leaving their homelands, finding new communities, and impacting the world.
"Imshi Imshi" is a Hakawati Production
Hosted by Fadi Hindi
Executive Producers: Fadi Hindi and Karim Beidoun
Cover Art by Tiffany Moujaes
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“Imshi Imshi" unfolds the profound stories of Arabs who have journeyed from the Middle East to the Western world. Our guests share their transformative experiences, marked by war-torn childhoods, cultural upheavals, and a relentless quest for identity amid adversity. This podcast is a heartfelt exploration of love, loss, resilience, and the human spirit's remarkable capacity to rise, rebuild, and radiate hope.
Navigating the complex tapestry of different cultures, languages, and societal expectations, our guests, hailing from diverse backgrounds and professions, offer an intimate glimpse into the lives of Arabs in the West. They confront stereotypes, embrace their heritage, and celebrate their contributions, weaving tales of leaving their homelands, finding new communities, and impacting the world.
"Imshi Imshi" is a Hakawati Production
Hosted by Fadi Hindi
Executive Producers: Fadi Hindi and Karim Beidoun
Cover Art by Tiffany Moujaes
From Baghdad's Turmoil to San Francisco's Tenderloin with Ahmed Hashem
Imshi Imshi
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From Baghdad's Turmoil to San Francisco's Tenderloin with Ahmed Hashem
Today, we are joined by Ahmed Hashem, a San Francisco-based advocate whose journey from Iraq to the heart of the Tenderloin district embodies resilience and the relentless pursuit of justice. Ahmed’s early life was marked by the harrowing experiences of war and his father’s imprisonment.
Despite facing poverty and personal loss, Ahmed channeled his experiences into advocacy, focusing on refugee resettlement, social justice, and community work. He now combines his passion for tech recruiting with his love for music, using his platform to uplift marginalized voices.
Join us as Ahmed shares his journey of resilience, community advocacy, and the transformative power of holding onto one's roots while forging a new path.
More on Ahmed here: https://linktr.ee/DJ.Ahmed.SF
Imshi Imshi
“Imshi Imshi" unfolds the profound stories of Arabs who have journeyed from the Middle East to the Western world. Our guests share their transformative experiences, marked by war-torn childhoods, cultural upheavals, and a relentless quest for identity amid adversity. This podcast is a heartfelt exploration of love, loss, resilience, and the human spirit's remarkable capacity to rise, rebuild, and radiate hope.
Navigating the complex tapestry of different cultures, languages, and societal expectations, our guests, hailing from diverse backgrounds and professions, offer an intimate glimpse into the lives of Arabs in the West. They confront stereotypes, embrace their heritage, and celebrate their contributions, weaving tales of leaving their homelands, finding new communities, and impacting the world.
"Imshi Imshi" is a Hakawati Production
Hosted by Fadi Hindi
Executive Producers: Fadi Hindi and Karim Beidoun
Cover Art by Tiffany Moujaes