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
Olives hold a significant role in Lebanese culture due to their agricultural, culinary, and health benefits. The harvesting and storing of olives still follows centuries-old processes and is a popular social activity. In this episode, Leen tells us about the role of olives in Lebanese culture and takes us with her and her family on … Continue reading Episode 20 – Olive picking
Faraya is a famous Lebanese village and winter sport destination located high in the mountains. Its snowy winters and mild summers make it a popular destination year-round. Faraya and neighboring villages such as Kfardebiane offer visitors great dinning, skiing, and hiking opportunities. In this episode, Leen tells us about the village and its surroundings. She … Continue reading Episode 17 – Faraya and nearby attractions
Sidon is Lebanon's third largest city. It is referred to as Saida within Lebanon. Located along the Mediterranean coast, this bustling ancient metropolis is often described as the gateway to Southern Lebanon. In this episode, Dareen tells us about the city’s history, famous monuments, traditional foods and sweets, and an event she is involved with … Continue reading Episode 14 – Sidon (Gateway to the South)
Hamra Street is one of the liveliest areas in Beirut. It has a storied history as a center of commerce, performing arts, and social activity. The street (and surrounding neighborhood which is also called Hamra) is filled with retail stores, cafes, restaurants, theaters, murals, and offices. Hamra Street is constantly bustling with people and no … Continue reading Episode 12 – Hamra Street
The names of months and seasons of the year are used a lot in Lebanese conversations. We talk about them when discussing and planning trips, outings, events, and work. They also feature heavily when we discuss the weather. In this episode, Mariam introduces us to the Lebanese Arabic names of months and seasons and tells … Continue reading Episode 11 – Months and seasons of the year
Beiteddine Palace is a 19th-century palace in Beiteddine, Lebanon. It was built during the Ottoman Empire by Emir Bashir II who ruled the Mount Lebanon Emirate. Construction began in 1788 and took about 30 years to complete. The palace is located in the Chouf Mountains and surrounded by terraced gardens and orchards. Since the 1980s, … Continue reading Episode 10 – Beiteddine
Lebanon hosts several major music festivals each year in different cities and parts of the country. Three of the most popular festivals are the Byblos International Festival, Baalbek International Festival, and Beiteddine Festival. Many of the most famous singers and bands in the world have performed at these festivals. Each festival takes place in impressive … Continue reading Episode 5 – Three popular music festivals
The Jeita Grotto (Arabic: مغارة جعيتا) is one of Lebanon’s most famous natural wonders. It is a world-renowned system of interconnected limestone caves spanning about 9 kilometers, parts of which are only accessible by boat. Jeita Grotto is one of the most spectacular places in the world to see stalactites and stalagmites. Dareen tells us … Continue reading Episode 3 – Jeita Grotto caves
Mariam tells us about her trip to Chouwen Lake as part of her multi-part honeymoon around Lebanon. She describes the “Jannet Chouwen valley”, river, and lake as well as people she met and things she did during the trip. The lake is located in Ftouh Keserwan about 40 km away from Beirut. The stream that … Continue reading Episode 2 – Chouwen Lake