Episode 14: Island Boy - Ahmed Badawy

Words of the wise as Ahmed tells of his trials and tribulations as he built his dream one brick at a time. Ahmed shares a few things of what he learned over the years, while staying open to the times and ideas that are different than his. From the things he learned, he has decided to go back to a simpler and more serene life near the waters of the Nile. 

Episode 15: ...And Scene! - Ramsi Lehner

Ramsi the creator of  Irtigalia - an improv group -  he speaks to us about how it developed over the past few years. We talk extensively about art, theater and the inner workings of how a theater troupe' operates. Ramsi shares anecdote after another, and really brings to light how improv is more of daily activity, not just a performance on stage!

Episode 16: Persevere - Ahmed El Ruby

Ahmed EL Ruby shares his story of perseverance and grind to make into the tough industry of music. A real struggle with a series of misfortunes that would have left anyone idle, but Ruby continues to push through and move forward. Listen to this latest episode and learn a lesson or two of how to really reach your goals, and achieve your dreams.

Episode 15: ...And Scene! - Ramsi Lehner

Ramsi the creator of Irtigalia - an improv group - he speaks to us about how it developed over the past few years. We talk extensively about art, theater and the inner workings of how a theater troupe' operates. Ramsi shares anecdote after another, and really brings to light how improv is more of daily activity, not just a performance on stage!

Episode 14: Island Boy - Ahmed Badawy

Words of the wise as Ahmed tells of his trials and tribulations as he built his dream one brick at a time. Ahmed shares a few things of what he learned over the years, while staying open to the times and ideas that are different than his. From the things he learned, he has decided to go back to a simpler and more serene life near the waters of the Nile.

Episode 13: Maid of Steel - Amany Hamed

Its a hard-knock life! Amany talks to us about her struggles as a young woman as she maneuvers through marriage, abuse, motherhood and social structures that are stacked up against her. Amidst all this, Amany still has the optimism to see things through, and dream a life for her and her daughter.

Episode 12: Religion and Spirituality

Did God create us or did we create God? Listen to this episode as Muhammad Sami discusses his journey through religion, and how it is deeply embedded in his thirst for knowledge, spirituality and philosophy. We discuss the core elements of religion and how it governs elements of our society today.

Resources mentioned

The Origin and Growth of Religion - Wilhelm Schmidt

The Sacred and the Profane -Mircea Eliade

Le Stupide XIXe Siècle -Léon Daudet

Napoleon’s Egypt -Juan Cole

From the Ruins of Empire - Pankaj Mishra

God and Man in the Koran - Toshihiko Izutsu

The Rape of Man and Nature - Phillip Sherrard

Episode 11: Palestine - Ahmed Harara

متى سنرى وجهك يا حنظلة؟

Ahmed shares stories of home in Gaza. He speaks of the optimism and relentlessness of
Palestinians in some of the harshest conditions.

Hearing his story will give you a little perspective

Episode 10: Surfing Through Life - Omar Sobky

Surfing represents much more than sport, its peace of mind, its connecting to nature. Listen to Omar as he shares with us his passion for surfing, and how it is the gateway to a simple life.

Play sports!

Episode 9: Summit of the Self - Omar Samra

Peak after peak. We deconstruct values and try to overcome the challenges of the summit within. We’re still at the base of the mountain, but we’re looking forward to the journey. Listen to Episode 9 as Omar Samra guides us through the first climb! We hope you can achieve more by climbing the summit within.