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Should We Critique Our Communities? | Shik Shak Shook Ones

In this episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones, Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni are joined by Alya Mooro, author of The Greater Freedom and co-founder of Zola Studios. They delve into the nuances of critiquing art from marginalized and underrepresented communities, particularly within the b ...  Show more

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Should We Critique Our Communities? | Shik Shak Shook Ones

In this episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones, Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni are joined by Alya Mooro, author of The Greater Freedom and co-founder of Zola Studios. They delve into the nuances of critiquing art from marginalized and underrepresented communities, particularly within the b ...  Show more

How We Consume Arabic Music | Shik Shak Shook Ones

In this episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones, hosts Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni delve into the listening habits of Arabic music fans across the diaspora and the Middle East and North Africa region. Joined by Salam Kmeid, Head of Music Marketing at Anghami, who brings 12 years of indus ...  Show more

Processing Music in Times of Crisis | Shik Shak Shook Ones

This episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones is an emotionally charged venting session and an appeal for more thoughtful engagement with culture in times of hardship. Hosts Danny and Deana vent their frustrations, share their experiences, and tackle the responsibilities of artists and jo ...  Show more

Shout Out to Local Arab Music Scenes | Shik Shak Shook Ones

Who are the best up-and-coming Arab artists we don't know about? In this episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones, hosts Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni drop all of the names you should be listening to. We get to know our two hosts a little better as they share their origin stories, their OG ...  Show more

Breaking Down Rolling Stone's Best Arabic Pop Songs of the 21st Century | Shik Shak Shook Ones

The Rolling Stone's 50 Best Arabic Pop Songs of the 21st Century was a big and a controversial ranking to put together. Luckily, Shik Shak Shook One's very own Danny Hajjar was up to the task and will break down the logic behind his choices for the ranking. Joined by special gues ...  Show more