Learn Lebanese Arabic with transcribed podcast episodes exploring Lebanon and its people | تعلم اللغة العربية باللهجة اللبنانية مع البودكاست الأسبوعي والمكتوب الذي يعرفك على لبنان وشعبه
Mariam and Rana discuss and remember the life of the phenomenal Lebanese writer, poet, and artist Gibran Khalil Gibran, and how he became a Lebanese and international icon. They speak about his early childhood, his emigration from Lebanon, his beginnings in art and literature, his bestselling books and the fame as well as his personal … Continue reading Episode 95 – Gibran Khalil Gibran
Skit: Wedding Planning Following a beautiful wedding proposal, Mario and Lea decide to start preparing for their big day. The choices to make are anything but few: Should they hire a wedding planner? Can they have a civil marriage? When and where will they party with their friends and family? Etc. Join the newly engaged … Continue reading Episode 93 – Skit: Wedding planning
Cyrine’s birthday is coming up at the end of the month. Her fiance Chady and best friend Hiba plan to throw her a surprise birthday party. To get ready, they have to decide on the location, timing, cake, and guests before Chady travels abroad for work! Tune in to this week’s episode of Language Wave … Continue reading Episode 88 – Skit: Surprise birthday party
Remi wants to go on a diet, but her brother Jad does not understand the point of it. Thus, Remi tries to convince him that they both have to adopt a healthier lifestyle and stop depending on ready food from restaurants. Join them in this episode of Language Wave as they debate different diet options … Continue reading Episode 87 – Skit: Diet
Malak is a home-based entrepreneur in Lebanon who sells artificial flower arrangements and other handmade home-decorations. In this episode, Malak speaks with her sister, Mariam, about the challenges facing local small businesses during the current financial crisis. Malak explains how she tries to navigate the difficult situation and wonders if the crisis might force her … Continue reading Episode 86 – Small business amid economic upheaval
On August 4, 2020, a huge explosion wiped the Port of Beirut, killed 219 people, and damaged a large part of the city. While evidence suggests that many Lebanese politicians knew about the presence of hazardous explosives at the port, a thorough investigation has not yet occurred. One year after the blast, Rana and Khaled … Continue reading Episode 84 – One year after the Beirut Port explosion
The Lebanese music icon Fairuz is widely considered as one of the leading vocalists and most renowned singers in the Arab world. Just like many others in Lebanon, Khaled and Rana are two of her adoring fans. In this episode, the two friends discuss different aspects of Fairuz’s life and career, including her musical collaborations, … Continue reading Episode 81 – Fairuz
When Khaled is not sure what he should get Hala for her birthday, Rana suggests an unusual gift; traditional Lebanese soap. At first he questions if it is a good idea, but Rana reassures his doubts. Their conversation about Lebanese soap extends from its history to its applications and commercial revamps. Mainly made of olive … Continue reading Episode 79 – Traditional hand soap
Two flatmates, Rana and Dalia, are inviting some friends over for dinner. They are discussing what food to prepare. They will be a big group so the two need to plan what dishes to make and take into consideration their friends' tastes and dietary restrictions. Once they agree, they will need to go to the … Continue reading Episode 78 – Skit: Dinner Party Planning
Graffiti art has witnessed a renaissance in Lebanon in the past several years. New colorful works of street art celebrate the country’s resilience and shed light on its social and political challenges. In this episode, Rana and Khaled discuss their views on this art, explore influences on modern Lebanese graffiti, and share their favorite local … Continue reading Episode 77 – Graffiti