Arabology

05/03/2025

Please click on the photo I took of Wadi Rum in Jordan (below ) then click ‘Like’ on it to help me win this Stanford photo contest.

No need to like this post as it wouldn’t count.

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“Bubble Camping in Wadi Rum”

Wadi Rum, Jordan

Ramzi Salti, advanced lecturer for the Arabic Program, affiliate of the Abbasi Program in Islamic Studies

“I stayed at this 'bubble camp' in the Wadi Rum desert while doing research in Jordan last summer. Nestled within the rugged desert landscape, these transparent domes provided me with an immersive experience that brought me closer to nature without sacrificing comfort.”

12/28/2024

The video recording of Dr. Ramzi Salti's FAIRUZ talk at Stanford is now available.
This audio-visual event celebrates Fairuz's 90th birthday (this year) by highlighting the deep connections between Lebanon's history and Fairuz's music.

Video highlights from Dr. Ramzi Salti's talk at Stanford University in which he celebrated Fairuz's 90th birthday (this year) by embarking on an audio visual...

12/20/2024

We have selected our Top 20 Podcasts about/from the Arab world for 2024. Read full article below:

Here are Arabology's Top 20 podcasts for 2024 all of which offer different cultural and political aspects from/about the Arab world.

11/27/2024

Watch the video recording at https://youtu.be/9YnBqbPb1Wo

10/22/2024

Listen to all episodes of Arabology by going to this link:
https://pod.link/1687197169
https://pod.link/1687197169

Arabology is an American radio show/podcast that is hosted by Dr. Ramzi Salti, Advanced Lecturer at Stanford University, showcasing music and other cultural productions from the Arab world. 'Arabology' originally aired on KZSU 90.1 FM with all episodes housed on Soundcloud and available for streamin...

09/29/2024

This was just published in Institute for New Global Politics

Lebanese indie and alternative music offers a crucial window onto recent events in Lebanon. By showcasing some of Beirut's most talented musicians, this program reminds us of the role that music can play in helping us to heal and rebuild the country.

08/02/2024

Thank you Stanford DLCL

On July 12, 2024, KQED and The California Report published an extensive article (and audio podcast) spotlighting Dr. Ramzi Salti's Arabology radio show/podcast.

07/30/2024

New musical lecture:

Arabic Music: Then and Now by Ramzi Salti

A musical lecture by Dr. Ramzi Salti contrasting old Arabic classics (songs + poems) with new versions by a generation of indie Arab singers who have managed...

07/22/2024

New KQED article + podcast about Arabology available at:
https://www.kqed.org/news/11993183/ramzi-salti-champions-indie-arab-musicians-with-arabology-podcast

07/14/2024

Listen to this episode of KQED's "The California Report" (highlighting Ramzi Salti's Arabology show) on Apple Podcasts and iTunes by clicking on the link below.

Podcast Episode · The California Report Magazine · 07/12/2024 · 30m

10/03/2023

Listen to Arabology on all music platforms including Spotify, Anghami and more. Click below to listen or follow.

Arabology is a radio program that is hosted by Dr. Ramzi Salti, Lecturer at Stanford University, showcasing music and other cultural productions from the Arab world. 'Arabology' airs on KZSU 90.1 FM and all podcasts are housed on Soundcloud and can be streamed on all major platforms. * Arabology Blo...

09/17/2023

Article includes my interview with Hiya:

Hiya has just released a powerful music video for her song BANADI