For Independence Day 2025, Rawanee revisits a special moment — songs performed by the children of Surtaal Academy three years ago — alongside photographs from our community for #InEveryPixelAStory, part of our upcoming publication Patan Ki Mitti.This episode is tribute to how we’ve marked Independence over the years: through poetry, music, and conversations about identity, belonging, and freedom. We look forward to keeping the conversation alive in future our events, publications, and podcasts - through performances, recitations, and shared stories.🎧 Listen now and join the conversation: [Podcast link]Connect with Rawanee:🌐 Website: Rawanee.com📷 Instagram: www.instagram.com/rawanee.creatives📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/rawanee.creatives 👥 Join our community: / 1176103889397810
As conflict and war escalate in many parts of the world, the number of refugees continues to rise—and so do polarising views on migration. In response, we bring you Rivers of Resilience, a powerful new series exploring migrant lives, art, and advocacy as part of Season 4 of RawPods.
In this episode, we meet Asma Rashed, who fled the war in Syria, found refuge in Jordan, and eventually resettled in France. While in Jordan, Asma launched a grassroots reading and education initiative for girls, driven by hope and determination amidst displacement.
This episode focuses on the beginning of her journey—why she left Syria, and her immediate experience as a refugee in Jordan. Asma's story is one of courage, resilience, and resistance, and we’ll continue our conversation with her in future episodes.
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Experience the rich tradition of Urdu Sufi poetry in this special episode as we bid goodbye to Ramadan and celebrate Eid.
Featuring a journey through Urdu Sufi poetry and timeless works of renowned Urdu Sufi poets, presented by Rafey Zuberi
and select verses from Rumi shared by other event guests including Sara Zamir and Talhah, hosted by Muniba.
Learn about the history of Sufi poetry, its connection to mysticism and faith, and its enduring influence.
Perfect for poetry lovers, spiritual seekers, and those looking to reflect. ✨ Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.
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In this special Ramadan episode of community reflection, we explore the profound themes of mercy, forgiveness, and salvation - both as Divine attributes and as human experiences.
The reflections are guided by an understanding of Allah’s names that speak to these traits (as based on Al Ghazali’s work) and based on other texts.
Through discussion and reflection, we consider how an understanding of these traits shape our spiritual growth and personal journeys.
Tune in to listen, reflect, and find inspiration in this sacred season.
Main Contributors: Muniba Mahmud & Saira Farooq,Joined by: Laiba Khan & guests
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An event to celebrate the life and message of the best of creation and praise the Creator, hosted in September 2024. Includes recitations of classic and original poems in Arabic, English, Turkish & Urdu. Attended by a diverse community with origins in and currently located in multiple locations across the world. We loved the soulful remembrance that brought us together and pray we have many more such beautiful events InshaAllah.
Background sound: Maula ya Salli by Muhammad Al Hasayn
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Hammad Rind and Nadir Feroz Khan represent Pakistan and Rawanee as they recite their multilingual work at Poetry Night, at the Poetry Cafe in Feb 2024. The recitations include poetry in languages spoken in Pakistan.
Intro Music: Sohni Dharti instrumental by Leo Twins
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“Poems from Munir Niazi, Siddiq Kalim and Adeen Taji as shared by their relatives”
Spoken to & recited by Akbar Khan (Munir Niazi), Natasha Qureshi (Siddiq Kalim) & Mariam Magsi (Adeen Taji)
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“Spiritual and reflective poetry to celebrate Arafah Day & Eid ul Adha”
Written & recited by Laiba Khan, Muniba Mahmud, Talhah Mohammed
RawPods Season 3 | Episode 3
“To myself: Conversations Through Time”,
is the first episode of Season 3 of RawPods. This episode includes excerpts from a Mehfil we hosted in October 2022. The reciting poets include Laiba Khan, Muniba M, Nadir Feroz Khan (NFK), Rafey Zuberi, Shaheryar Mirza.
In season 3 we will move toward more thematic creative expression, as has been our growing focus.
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Swiss-born Italian poet of Urdu, whose diversity goes around the globe, Daniele Speziale urf Raahi Itaalvi, is a polyglot with a track record of studying around 15 languages, as well as an aspiring poet, translator, and researcher. Daniele's Urdu and Hindi poems, written under the pen name of Rahi Italvi, are currently being published on Rekhta.
He joins us for a beautiful conversation on what inspires him to learn & write in multiple languages, particularly in Urdu & to share some of the beautiful ghazals he has penned.
RNZ and NFK from Rawanee’s community join the conversation to recite poetry for Daniele, and he shares poetry in response.
Background Music: I Once Met an Enchantress by Humza Rehan
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