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Shaping space goes far beyond physical structures, it deeply impacts people's lives and connects to the human spirit. Renowned, award-winning Saudi architect Sumaya Dabbagh shares her journey navigating the evolving architectural landscape of the Gulf, shifting away from commerci ...  Show more

Nadir Nahdi talks about his exploration of the world's cultures through their different cuisines. He discusses his revelations in Morocco, Yemen, and Palestine through Bastilla, coffee steaks, and Jaffa cakes.Nadir Nahdi is a presenter, film-maker and producer from London with Ye ...  Show more

On this week's episode, we chat with Nadir Nahdi, a storyteller and filmmaker with a richly woven background that spans London, Yemen, Indonesia, Kenya, and Pakistan. Nadir opens the conversation up to the heart of multicultural and multi-ethnic experiences, examining the fluid a ...  Show more

Sami Zubaida talked about culinary cultures of the Middle East, drinks and social boundaries, and the history of his chosen single dish: Koshari.Sami Zubaida is Emeritus Professor of Politics and Sociology at Birkbeck, University of London and has held visiting positions in Cairo ...  Show more