Levant Vibes Podcast

Levant Vibes Podcast A podcast about the Levant region

๐ŸŽง New episode of Levant Vibes just dropped!๐’๐ฉ๐ซ๐ž๐š๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐’๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐’๐š๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‹๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ฌ: ๐„๐๐ ๐š๐ซ๐โ€™๐ฌ ๐‰๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ง๐ž๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐‹๐ž๐›๐š๐ง๐จ๐ง ๐ญ๐จ ๐†๐ฅ๐จ๐›๐š๐ฅ ๐‡๐ฎ...
07/06/2025

๐ŸŽง New episode of Levant Vibes just dropped!

๐’๐ฉ๐ซ๐ž๐š๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐’๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐’๐š๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‹๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ฌ: ๐„๐๐ ๐š๐ซ๐โ€™๐ฌ ๐‰๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ง๐ž๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐‹๐ž๐›๐š๐ง๐จ๐ง ๐ญ๐จ ๐†๐ฅ๐จ๐›๐š๐ฅ ๐‡๐ฎ๐ฆ๐š๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐š๐ซ๐ข๐š๐ง ๐Œ๐ข๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ

Edgard spent over 22 years working with UNICEF โ€” leading emergency responses across Iraq, Nigeria, and Papua New Guinea. He left a successful family business behind to serve in some of the toughest environments on earth.

In this episode, we talk about:
โœ”๏ธ What it takes to join the UN and stay grounded
โœ”๏ธ The power of mentors who see your potential
โœ”๏ธ The emotional toll of leadership in crisis
โœ”๏ธ And what keeps him going when the pressure is high

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ If youโ€™ve ever wondered what real purpose looks like โ€” this oneโ€™s for you.

๐ŸŽง Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms
๐Ÿ‘‰ Links:Podbeans: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-fvw55-18caf15
Youtube: https://youtu.be/22iVYVH_DIM
Spotify: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/chMiQQA6WTb
Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/levant-vibes/id1790797295?i=1000711680228

05/06/2025

In this episode of Levant Vibes, we explore the inspiring story of Edgard โ€” a senior UNICEF humanitarian leader whose career has spanned over 22 years across conflict zones and global emergencies. Born in Lebanon, Edgard walked away from a thriving family business to serve children in crisis acros...

๐ŸŒฟ NEW PODCAST EPISODE ๐ŸŽ™๏ธSomething we all agree on? Middle Eastern food is amazing. But for Racha, a Syrian immigrant in ...
25/04/2025

๐ŸŒฟ NEW PODCAST EPISODE ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ

Something we all agree on? Middle Eastern food is amazing. But for Racha, a Syrian immigrant in Australia, food means even moreโ€”it's about memories, identity, courage, and starting over.

In this heartfelt episode of Levant Vibes, Racha shares her inspiring journey from Syria to Australia, creating delicious Syrian dishes and building community along the way. It's a story about immigration, flavours, resilience, and the powerful connection between food and home.

Tune in here โฌ‡๏ธ:

๐ŸŽง Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/oladiab/episodes/Where-You-Come-From--On-a-Plate-Rachas-Story-of-Immigration--Food--Syrian-Flavours-e31v0c7
๐ŸŽง Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-h2quz-188d40a
๐Ÿ“บYoutube: https://youtu.be/ae6z9-Xht0c?si=6xheE9RaUtYz_q7I
๐ŸŽApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-you-come-from-on-a-plate-rachas-story/id1790797295?i=1000704760382

Join us for an episode that celebrates food, heritage, and starting fresh, one plate at a time. โค๏ธ

24/04/2025

In this episode of Levant Vibes, host Ola Diab sits down with Racha, a Syrian immigrant and self-taught cook based in Australia, whose story is layered with courage, culture, and unforgettable flavour. We talk about the flavours of Syria, the warmth of Arab hospitality, and leaving Syria to starting...

๐ŸŒ New Episode Alert! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธโœจ What does it take to go from growing up in Syria to leading global change? A fearless mindset, ...
12/03/2025

๐ŸŒ New Episode Alert! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธโœจ

What does it take to go from growing up in Syria to leading global change? A fearless mindset, bold career moves, and a can-do attitude! ๐Ÿ’ฅ

In this episode of Levant Vibes, I sit down with Haya Douidriโ€”a Syrian-Dutch trailblazer, Columbia University grad, and powerhouse leader in sustainable mobility. Sheโ€™s worked with the UN, the oil industry, and now Bolt, all while raising two kids and making things happen.

Oh, and she speaks six languages and learned to ride a bike in her thirtiesโ€”talk about unstoppable! ๐Ÿš€

Weโ€™re talking:

๐Ÿ”ฅ Growing up in Syria and turning challenges into strength
๐Ÿ’ก Career pivots & breaking free from feeling stuck
๐Ÿค The real power of networking & how to use it to your advantage
๐Ÿก Balancing a high-pressure career & motherhood

If youโ€™re ready to be inspired, motivated, and fired up, this oneโ€™s for you!

๐ŸŽง Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube! Links Below:

Spotify : https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/zI86sdQPFRb
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/levant-vibes/id1790797295?i=1000698730031
YouTube: https://youtu.be/EMPs_3Ei3nk
Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-27a65-18388cb

๐Ÿ‘‡ Tag someone who needs to hear this!

11/03/2025

In this episode, I sit down with Haya Douidri, a Syrian-Dutch leader in public policy, Columbia University graduate, and former UN and oil industry professional. We dive into: Growing up in Syria, Career pivots, The power of networking,Balancing work and family.

โœจ Episode 1 is Here! โœจI couldnโ€™t think of a better way to kick off this journey than with the incredible Salma Kahaleโ€”a ...
19/01/2025

โœจ Episode 1 is Here! โœจ
I couldnโ€™t think of a better way to kick off this journey than with the incredible Salma Kahaleโ€”a powerhouse in feminist advocacy and NGO leadership. Salmaโ€™s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Born in Syria, she moved to Canada at 15 but later returned to her homeland . Salma has a Masterโ€™s degree from the London School of Economics, she has co-founded and led an NGO and served as the MENA Director at the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom, championing womenโ€™s rights across the region. Now in Greenland raising her three kids, Salmaโ€™s story is one of courage, purpose, and impact.
We discuss:
โœ… Leaving Syria and returning to fight for change
โœ… The feminist landscape in Syria in the early 2000s under the Assad regime
โœ… Co-founding an NGO in the middle of a war
โœ… The biggest challenges women face in the region
โœ… Balancing motherhood, leadership, and advocacy across continents
This episode is raw, insightful, and a must-listen for anyone who cares about leadership, resilience, and the power of womenโ€™s voices.
๐ŸŽง Listen now on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/levant-vibes/id1790797295 , on Podbean: https://levantvibes.podbean.com/e/social-and-gender-expert-women-issue-in-middle-east/ or watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/H_-uapkU3-M?si=PGyAuusc_Y1Up3K0

If youโ€™ve ever felt torn between two worlds, if you love deep, meaningful conversations, or if you just want to hear from inspiring voices making a difference, Levant Vibes is for you.
๐Ÿ’ฌ Iโ€™d love your supportโ€”listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts! And if you know someone with a powerful story to tell, let me know. This is just the beginning!

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