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
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Episode 6 – Modern poetry scene
Lebanon has a small but vibrant poetry scene. In Beirut and other cities you can find poetry reading nights, open mic events, and local poetry magazines and journals. Poetry has a long history in the country and a new generation of poets are keeping those traditions alive while renewing them at the same time. Siba … Continue reading Episode 6 – Modern poetry scene