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Deep History of the Fertile Crescent to the Tigris & Euphrates Under the Ottomans | Faisal Husain

Historian Faisal Husain wrote the book "Rivers of the Sultan: The Tigris and Euphrates in the Ottoman Empire" and in this episode, helps us explore the history of the Tigris and Euphrates. He argued for the necessity of understanding human history within the context of geological ...  Show more

Graphic Design & the Arab Creative Inflection Point | Ruba Abu-Nimah

Award-winning creative director Ruba Abu-Nimah (known to many as @ruba on Instagram) discusses the state of creativity in the Arab world, the importance of young Arab talent embracing their culture, and the challenges of navigating corporate spaces as a Palestinian in the West. S ...  Show more

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