Life In Baghdad: Before & After Saddam Hussein – Mustafa Alrawi | One In Tribe - Ep 10 #oneintribe #iraqhistory #saddamhusseinWhat was life really like in Iraq before and after Saddam Hussein? 🇮🇶 In this episode of One in Tribe, we sit down with Mustafa Alrawi, an Iraqi-British writer, journalist, and broadcaster, to discuss the history, challenges, and transformation of Iraq. Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.oneintribe.com/ Mustafa shares his family’s journey from Baghdad to London, his grandfather’s memoirs from the Ottoman era, and his experiences navigating life under Saddam Hussein’s rule. He also reflects on Iraq after the US invasion, the current struggles and hopes of Iraqi youth, and how the UAE became his new home.🔹 Topics Covered in This Episode:✅ Daily life in Iraq before & after Saddam Hussein✅ How dictatorship shaped Iraq’s future✅ The reality of post-invasion Iraq & opportunities for youth✅ Iraq vs. the UAE: Contrasts in culture & development✅ Why media needs to bridge the gap between East & West✨ Watch now for an eye-opening conversation about Iraq’s past, present, and future!TakeawaysMustafa's family history is deeply rooted in Iraq, with connections to both Iraqi and Syrian heritage.His grandfather's memoirs provide a unique perspective on historical events in Iraq.The decision to leave Iraq was driven by foresight and the desire for a better life.Saddam Hussein's regime was marked by brutality and oppression, affecting many families.Post-invasion Iraq was a complex environment filled with both hope and disillusionment.The current situation in Iraq shows improvement, but challenges remain, especially for the youth.Life in the UAE offers a stark contrast to Iraq, with opportunities and modernity in cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi.Abu Dhabi is seen as more introspective, while Dubai is more outwardly facing and international.Mustafa emphasizes the need for media products that bridge understanding between the West and the Arab world.He encourages looking for similarities between cultures rather than focusing on differences. Mustafa Alrawi Instagram: @mustafarawi LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-alrawi-3581515/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mustafarawi Credits Mustafa Alrawi | Guest Julie Fidalgo | Host Julie Fidalgo | Creative DirectorChapters00:00 Introduction to Mustafa Al-Rawi02:19 Mustafa's Family Background and Heritage06:11 Grandfather's Memoirs and Historical Context08:43 The Decision to Leave Iraq11:12 Reflections on Saddam Hussein's Regime17:16 Experiences During the Fall of Saddam26:09 Returning to Iraq: A Personal Journey31:13 The Evolving Security Landscape in Iraq34:32 Opportunities and Challenges for Iraqi Youth38:12 Cultural Heritage and Personal Identity39:31 Life in the UAE: A Journey from Dubai to Abu Dhabi50:47 The Future of Media in the Arab World54:00 Bridging Cultural Divides: A Message to the West🔗 Stay Connected With Me.Instagram: http://instagram.com/oneintribepodcast Twitter (X): http://x.com/OneInTribe Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/company/105051072 Website: http://www.oneintribe.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: oneintribe@gmail.com =============================🔎 Related Phrases:Life In Baghdad, Before & After Saddam Hussein, Mustafa Alrawi, One In Tribe, Ep 10, Life In Iraq Before Saddam Hussein, What Happened To Iraq After The US Invasion, Saddam Hussein Rule Explained, How Life Changed In Iraq After War, Growing Up In Baghdad Stories, Middle East History And Conflicts, Iraq Today Vs Iraq Under Saddam, Differences Between Iraq And The Uae, Western Media Bias In Middle East Reporting, How Dictatorship Shaped Iraq’s History#oneintribe #iraqhistory #saddamhussein #middleeastconflict #iraqbeforeandafter #lifeinbaghdad #iraqwar #baghdadculture #arabidentity #usiraqwar #mustafaalrawi #iraqiyouth #middleeastpolitics #journalisminthearabworld #iraqiexperience #uaevsiraq