8 Female-Led Podcasts To Listen To Now
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Talk Of Shame
On a mission to delve deeper into the dynamics of the region and the Arab diaspora, Talk of Shame was founded by bestselling author Alya Mooro to explore the meaning of womanhood. The podcast unapologetically challenges prevailing narratives linked to the often heavily connoted idea of shame in the region and beyond.
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Quality Of Life by Raha Moharrak
A new wellness podcast designed for Saudi Arabia, the GCC and a global audience, Quality of Life is hosted by Raha Moharrak, the youngest Arab and the first Saudi woman to conquer Mount Everest. A firm believer in being the change one wishes to see in the world, Raga engages with prominent figures from the GCC and around the world to discuss nutrition, exercise, life lessons, strategies to prevent burnout, and current trending philosophies. The podcast also sheds light on the sports landscape in Saudi Arabia, while celebrating the nation's rich culture.
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Arab-American Psycho
Despite its intimidating title, Arab-American Psycho – hosted by Noor Elkhaldi, a Palestinian-American freelance creative – is far from frightening. Instead, it serves as a secure environment for delving into the nuances of individuality by focusing on topics such as body image, the influencer sphere and trauma.
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Bedouin’s Coffee Corner
Bedouin's Coffee Corner is hosted by Sabal Almadi, an Arab American journalist living in Saudi Arabia. Offering a platform for guests to express their pride for and deep connection to their culture by exploring the unique aspects of their heritage, it helps listeners understand what makes their cultural identity so unique.
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Mindful Makers
In Mindful Makers, Dubai-based host Sahar Milani interviews creators, entrepreneurs, nature enthusiasts, free thinkers, artists, and brands to explore how mindfulness has impacted their lives. Through the lens of their personal journeys, listeners gain insights into how challenges and transitions have sparked profound transformations and growth. Plus, Sahar delves into the practices that bring these individuals peace and contribute to their continued evolution.
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The Native Informant
Hosted by founder of @TheLettersProject, Sarah Al Agroobi, The Native Informant podcast plays host to a selection of engaging discussions on Arab-centric socio-cultural topics. Delving deep into the cultural zeitgeist, subjects include in-depth explorations of dating, art, cultural norms and values, scholarly research and more. New episodes are released weekly.
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When Women Win
When Women Win brings together female role models from diverse backgrounds to share their compelling stories and practical insights for both personal and professional success. In each episode, creator and host Rana Nawas skilfully dissects the strategies employed by women who are making a significant impact in their respective fields. Boasting an impressive line-up of guests, including business leaders, celebrities, and inspirational figures, this podcast became the most-listened-to show in the Middle East in 2017.
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Inspiring UAE Women
Inspiring UAE Women is the first and only podcast dedicated to spotlighting female leaders in the UAE. Hosted by Ameera Khalid, it aims to inspire women through discussing the success stories of its guests. Boasting a diverse audience across 14 countries, including the UAE, UK, USA and more, the podcast has featured a number of Arab female CEOs in industries such as finance, tech and beauty.
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