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 47 – Lebanese, Syrian, and Palestinian dialects
Levantine dialects across Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine share much in common but also have noticeable differences. The Levantine dialects are important parts of the mosaic of Arabic dialects spoken across the Middle East. The popularity of Syrian and Lebanese TV shows, television drama series, and music have contributed to these dialects being widely understood across … Continue reading Episode 47 – Lebanese, Syrian, and Palestinian dialects