The Amreekies Podcast

Salam Amreekies Fam! I think we can safely call this episode directed by Alla, as she masterfully leads the way through many fun and informative subjects. Please join the three Amreekies Alla, Mohammad and Ehab as they discuss Alla's big new life updates, Netflix's Mo, entrepreneurship in the community and being financially literate and prepared for the future. Please excuse the audio quality, so many things went wrong, it's kind of a miracle that we even have an episode :) Thank you for your listenership! Credits: Co-hosts: Alla F., Mohammad A. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming)

Salam Amreekies listeners! We have a heavy one for you this time. Please join Ehab and Mohammad as they discuss and explore their desensitization of American school shootings in the context of their respective Arab generational trauma. The topics for this episode also include: discussing school shootings with children, numbness towards the events in Palestine/Iraq, anxiety/mental health and coping with childhood trauma. Thank you for receiving us and for your continuous listenership and support. Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Salam wonderful Amreekies listeners! After a little bit of a break, we are back with an easy going catch-up episode where co-hosts Ehab and Mohammad take turns sharing about their experiences in trying to be themselves at work. Please join them for an entertaining discussion around codeswitching, gaffs at work, reading the room, being "too nice" as a guy in the workplace and being Arab and/or Muslim at work, especially at a time where there is such a thing as Ms. Marvel. We are so grateful tp you for continuing to listen to us and support us :)  Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Ramadan Kareem! In the Amreekies tradition, we present to you the annual Ramadan episode :) Take a break from your usual Ramadan activities (or lack thereof) to join Mohammad, Alla and Ehab as they have a playful and humorous discussion about the highs and lows of fasting, the darn curtain partition at the mosque, spirituality and the beauty of the holy month. Plenty of jokes, laughter, reflection and silliness in this one. We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed recording it! Thank you for your listenership :) References: Ehab's 2017 Blog Post about Ramadan: http://thetokenarab.blogspot.com/2017/06/the-undeniable-hardship-of-ramadan.html Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: MBC1 Ramadan Idents by Layal Watfeh #ramadan #ramadanpodcast #podcast #arab #arabamerican #arabamericanpodcast #islam #muslim #muslimamerican #iraq #iraqi #libyan #libya #palestine #palestinian #fasting #amreekies

It's the clash of cultures! A battle royale between two podcast hosts of different faiths! Just kidding :) Ehab has gone rogue again with a one-on-one episode with Jonty, co-host from a podcast called Beer Christianity. Please join Ehab and Jonty as they share their thoughts on dealing with depression and anxiety while performing and hosting, being a niche version of your faith and demonstrating another side of your faith to outsiders. They also discuss podcast producing angst, not being a very good Christian/Muslim. This episode is a joint episode, published in slightly different forms by both podcasts. Thank you for your listenership!  About Beer Christianity: Beer Christianity is a left-leaning, evangelical-adjacent Christian discussion podcast that often features interviews and always features a few drinks and laughs. Our aim is to be real, to be helpful and to be entertaining. Follow Beer Christianity on Twitter: @beerxianity, @beerchristianity on IG and listen to their episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Stitcher Website: beerchristianity.libsyn.com Incredulous Moshoeshoe and the Lightning Bird (Jonty's New Book): www.incredulousbook.com Credits: Co-hosts:  Ehab J.  | Guest Speaker: Jonty Langley |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Not in the mood for anything intense or serious? No problem. Join the Amreekies co-hosts: Mohammad, Alla and Ehab as they kick back, unwind and talk about their most recent life events always with a flavor of wit and humor :) We always appreciate you and your listenership! Not so fun fact: unbeknownst to him at the time, Ehab had (a short-lived) case of COVID while recording this. That's why his voice is so different. Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) 

Hello wonderful Amreekies Podcast listeners! This is part 2 of the mini series titled Citizens of Two Worlds. This limited podcast series, produced by Randa Samih Abdu, looks to identity issues among first generation Arab-Americans in Tucson. After talking with experts in both landscapes, Abdu identifies problems and solutions that first generation Arab Americans face and what resources are available for them. Read original article and podcast: https://www.wildcat.arizona.edu/article/2022/01/citizens-of-two-worlds-podcasts Credits:  Written by: Randa A | Editing: Ehab J. and Randa A. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design

Hello wonderful Amreekies Podcast listeners! This is part 1 of the mini series titled Citizens of Two Worlds. This limited podcast series, produced by Randa Samih Abdu, looks to identity issues among first generation Arab-Americans in Tucson. After talking with experts in both landscapes, Abdu identifies problems and solutions that first generation Arab Americans face and what resources are available for them. Read original article and podcast: https://www.wildcat.arizona.edu/article/2022/01/citizens-of-two-worlds-podcasts Credits:  Written by: Randa A | Editing: Ehab J. and Randa A. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design

In this episode, co-hosts Mohammad, Alla and Ehab are joined by the wonderful comedian Yasmin Elhady who explores the different facets of being a Muslim hijabi comedian, talks about growing up Muslim in the South, comments on "what the people will say," discusses how comedy can be used to dismantle the generational colonial project and offers insight into raising children to be "protectors." Thank you for your listenership and support! Follow Yasmine on IG: @yasminelhahahady Website: www.yasminelhady.com Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J. | Guest Speaker: Yasmin Elhady | Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Do you consider yourself artistic? What does creativity mean to you? In this episode, co-hosts Mohammad and Ehab are joined by friend of show and returning guest speaker, Qa'ed Mai, who leads a great perspective on creativity, creating content and personal expression in the Arab and/or Muslim community. Thank you for your continued listenership! References: Qa'ed's Superhanallah Webcomic Series: https://superhanallah.tumblr.com/ Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A. and Ehab J. | Guest Speaker: Qa'ed Mai | Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Another podcast episode hot off the press packed with so much fun and informative discussion, folks. This time the co-hosts Ehab, Alla and Mohammad are joined by guest speaker, original podcast inspiration and friend of the show Danny Do. The discussion revolves around intercultural friendships, interracial marriage and relationships, cultural and parental expectations and lessons for the next generation. Oh, and there's also a friendly rivalry for Mohammad's heart. Don't miss out on this one! Thank you for your listenership :) Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J. | Guest Speaker: Danny Do  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

How have you changed over the past 20 years? In this episode, co-hosts Mohammad, Alla and Ehab reflect on the most recent US withdrawal from Afghanistan and how they've individually have been effected by the past two decades. Thank you for your continued support and listenership :)  Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

In this episode, we're going old school with a one on one between co-hosts Ehab and Mohammad in the same room once again talking about issues that are rarely discussed. Join them as they discuss many personal deep topics including self esteem, deserving what we have, survivor's guilt, imposter syndrome and many more. Don't miss out on the guest appearance of Winter, Mohammad's Siberian cat! Thank you for your listenership :) Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

The Amreekies Podcast co-hosts are back to discuss their reactions to the current and ongoing situation in Palestine. Join Alla, Mohammad and Ehab as they catch up post-Ramadan, discuss anti-Palestinian propaganda, talk about activist coalition building and express their respective Arab-American reactions to the most recent Israeli State oppression of the Palestinian people. Stay tuned till the end for some light-hearted fun with Arabic linguistic comparisons between Palestinians, Iraqis and Libyans :) Thank you for your listenership! For a quick summary of the most recent situation in Palestine:  Is Israel Guilty Of Apartheid Against Palestinians? (By AJ+) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MknerYjob0w John Oliver on Palestine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkQ4HZAepYc Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming), Mohammed Assaf - Dammi Falastini | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Well, we've reached the end, my friends. The last Ramadan mini series episode on the last day of Ramadan. It's been quite the month. Last but certainly not least, co-host Ehab is joined by Jamil who highlights the spiritual benefits of the fast. Starting off with childhood memories of stashing sweets, we talk about the the constructive disruption to our routines, Ramadan TV series and much more. Thank you all for your continued support and listenership during Ramadan. We'll be returning to our usual episodes with all the co-hosts soon. Be well and Eid Mubarak! Ehab's blog about Ramadan: http://thetokenarab.blogspot.com/2017/06/the-undeniable-hardship-of-ramadan.html The Amreekies Podcast: linktr.ee/theamreekiespodcast Credits: Co-hosts: Ehab J. | Guest Speaker: Jamil |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Ramadan Gana Instrumental Cut B - 20 Seconds by Mohab Sammy | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Salam, friends! As we near the end of the fasting month, sadly we are also nearing the end of the Ramadan Mini Series. But worry not! Besides this episode, we have one more left. This week, co-host Ehab interviews the insightful Tricia Pethic about her early experiences as a Muslim convert during Ramadan. The discussion subjects include Tricia's conversion story, interesting encounters at the mosque and the importance of mental and emotional self care in the holy month. We will be back to our usual episodes with the rest of the co-hosts soon enough. In the meantime, thank you so much for your listenership and your support :) The Amreekies Podcast: linktr.ee/theamreekiespodcast Credits: Co-host Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Guest Speaker: Tricia Pethic | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Ramadan Gana Instrumental Cut B - 20 Seconds by Mohab Sammy | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Peace and Salam to all! As we enter the last 10 days of Ramadan, we thought we would slow things down with a brief chat between two old friends about childhood, adolescence and single bachelor life during Ramadan. Please join Ehab and Mohammad Gasmalla as they discuss their overlap in a Saudi-run elementary school in Tucson, staying in the library during lunch in high school while fasting and hitting up them 24/7 Mexican fast food places for Suhur during college. Overall, it was a relaxing and chill conversation and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Thank you so much for your listenership and your support :) The Amreekies Podcast: linktr.ee/theamreekiespodcast Credits: Co-host Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Guest Speaker: Mohammad Gasmalla | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Ramadan Gana Instrumental Cut B - 20 Seconds by Mohab Sammy | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Salam friends! Syrian American Poet Amal Kassir joins co-host Ehab in an informative interview discussing different aspects of mental health care during Ramadan. Please join us as we tackle many raw subjects including our most spiritual childhood memories growing up, periods during Ramadan, having a Muslim therapist, generational trauma, radical self acceptance and taking advantage of the last third of the night.  Amal's Instagram: www.instagram.com/amalthepoet/ The Amreekies Podcast: linktr.ee/theamreekiespodcast Credits: Co-hosts: Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Ramadan Gana Instrumental Cut B - 20 Seconds by Mohab Sammy | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Are you ever allowed to complain about Taraweeh in Ramadan? Good question. Please join Ehab and guest speaker Qa'ed in a captivating interview that approaches sensitive Ramadan subjects. In our first episode of the Ramadan Mini Series, we discuss topics including comparing Ramadan family traditions, going down Islamic school memory lane, talking about Arab/Asian cultural dynamics and complaining about issues related to the hardships of fasting. It was a very fun and informative time for all. We appreciate your listenership. Stay tuned for more next week! References: Ehab's blog about Ramadan: http://thetokenarab.blogspot.com/2017/06/the-undeniable-hardship-of-ramadan.html Qa'ed's Superhanallah Webcomic Series: https://superhanallah.tumblr.com/ The Amreekies Podcast: linktr.ee/theamreekiespodcast Credits: Co-hosts: Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Ramadan Gana Instrumental Cut B - 20 Seconds by Mohab Sammy | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Yo Yo Yo! The Amreekies are kicking it old school with only two co-hosts this time: Ehab and Mohammad, who conduct a captivating and informative interview with Syrian-Filipino Rapper and Producer, Chyno with a Why? who honored us with his time, wisdom and experience. Please join the group for a wonderful discussion including subjects like Hip Hop culture in the Arab world, Arab/Asian identity, the sense of belonging and being a financial warrior. Chyno with a Why? plugs: Instagram: instagram.com/chynowithawhy/ Youtube Playlist: warnermusicme.lnk.to/Mamluk_LyricVideos SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/chynowithawhy The Amreekies Podcast: linktr.ee/theamreekiespodcast Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J., Mohammad A. | Marketing Director: Dania A. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Hello! Peace! Salam! In this episode The Amreekies Podcast fam is joined by one-half of the award winning folk duo, Ryanhood, and wonderful friend of the show, Cameron Hood. Fun Fact: He is the incredible designer of our Amreekies Podcast cover art! Catch him with Ehab, Mohammad, and Dania as they gather around the proverbial interfaith and intercultural round table to discuss art, music, college, proselytizing, living our truths, and achieving the revolution within. Stay tuned till the end to listen to a sample of "The Fight" by Ryanhood from their new album "Under the Leaves." References:  Cameron's Graphic Design: www.lovelylinedesign.com Ryanhood Official Site: www.ryanhood.com "The Fight" by Ryanhood (Official Video): https://youtu.be/3vlBUhyuj_Q  Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F., Dania A. and Ehab J.  |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing Director: Dania A. | Cover Art: Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou | Featured Song: "The Fight" by Ryanhood

Salam everybody! The Amreekies Podcast crew is back and ready for the first episode of 2021. Buckle up (pun intended) as we discuss one of us getting COVID, the attempted insurrection at the Capitol and its parallels to our Arab experiences, and how seat belts and Arabs seem to be star-crossed lovers. We are also once again joined by our Marketing Director (and possibly fourth Amreekia?) Dania. Don’t miss this episode of thought provoking shares, playful banter, lots of laughter, and more bloopers! As always, thank you for your awesome listenership. Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J. | Guest Speaker: Dania A. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing Director: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming) | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

It's a post-election world and The Amreekies are at it again! Join Mohammad, Alla, Ehab, and guest speaker (and social media coordinator), Dania Alkhouli, as they discuss why the election results—while praiseworthy—are still disappointing, how many Arabs and/or Muslims voted for the incumbent candidate who shall not be named, and the prevalence of the dreaded toxic masculinity among Arab and/or Muslim culture and society, and what we can do about it. While it’s one of our more lengthier episodes, it’s definitely worthwhile in its entertaining banter and wonderful co-host chemistry. Thank you for your listenership and support! References: - "Dear White People, I Feel You" Blog post by Ehab, http://thetokenarab.blogspot.com/2016/11/dear-white-people-i-feel-you_99.html - "Tell Me Who's Crazy" Blog post by Dania, http://ladynarrator.blogspot.com/2020/09/tell-me-whos-crazy.html - Contortionist Tongue by Dania Alkhouli, Moon Tide Press , https://www.moontidepress.com/books -Dania's Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/lady_narrator/ Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J. | Guest Speaker: Dania A. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming)

It’s been quite the journey, Amreekies fam, but our PanDating (pandemic dating) Mini Series is coming to a close, however not without a grand finale! Join Dania & Ehab one more time as they talk about r e j e c t i o n! That’s right, they take it there, discussing how to end a match, reject respectfully, and the etiquettes of ghosting. If you’ve ever been the rejecter or the rejected, the ghost or the ghosted, you’ll love everything they have to say. Want more? The duo’s got you covered! Save the date for Sunday, March 7th at 5pm PST/8pm EST as they go LIVE for a PanDating Q&A. Get your questions and comments ready and join them on Facebook & IG Live. References: Dania’s online article about her experience with a Minder/Salaams Match: http://ladynarrator.blogspot.com/2020/09/tell-me-whos-crazy.html Credits: Co-hosts: Dania A. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Outro Song: Fadl Shaker &Yara - Akhedni Maak | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Dania & Ehab are back for their second to last installment of The Amreekies Podcast PanDating Mini Series. Join them this time as they dissect the art of communication once you've matched, broken the ice, and gotten that Klondike Bar. They discuss the ins and outs of early conversations including deal-breakers/non-negotiables, family plans, life goals, and religion & politics. Dania also gives a shout out to the bathroom selfie guy from episode one with the urinal in the background (Hey, bro!). Tune in and catch all these nitty gritty details on the dos and don'ts of getting to know your new match even better. Credits: Co-hosts: Dania A. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Outro Song: Fadl Shaker &Yara - Akhedni Maak | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Dania & Ehab are back again to talk about all things communication when it comes to online dating. They dive deep into the how tos of initiating a chat, visibility on the app, communication styles and responses, the dos and don’ts of conversations, and the pros and cons of paying for app memberships. Pro tips from the duo: (1) Allow yourself to take a break from the apps, (2) Be sure to deactivate your profile before deleting/taking a break from the app, and (3) E for Effort! Credits: Co-hosts: Dania A. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Outro Song: Fadl Shaker &Yara - Akhedni Maak | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Dania & Ehab continue digging into the construction of an online dating profile, this time discussing the meat of a profile—the bio! Dun dun duuun! Join the duo as they break down effort (or lack thereof) on the bios, finding proper word economy and the right way to present yourself, utilizing the filters and features available on the apps, as well as other important tips on creating a thorough and beneficial headline and profile. They also offer simply and witty tips and suggestions for those struggling to develop their profiles/bios. Credits: Co-hosts: Dania A. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Outro Song: Fadl Shaker &Yara - Akhedni Maak | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Join Dania & Ehab as they discuss their personal experiences with online dating, why they've started this PanDating series, and diving into the foundational parts of an online dating profile, specifically the profile photos (hint: nix those bathroom selfies), including types of photos to post or avoid, first impressions, physical attraction vs. superficiality, and addressing the stigma of being seen on dating apps as Arabs/Muslims. YouTube version of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umErn1gW6YQ Credits: Co-hosts: Dania A. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Outro Song: Fadl Shaker &Yara - Akhedni Maak | Transition: Wael Kfoury - Omri Kellou

Salam everybody! The trio is finally back and ready to share all things social, political, and capital. Catch Ehab, Mohammad, and Alla as they dive deep into the discussion of social media and the Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma, as well as a debate on the nuances of capitalism. Oh, and don’t forget to vote. Election season is upon us and The Amreekies are reminding you to cast in those ballots. Yalla! References: -Voting resources: www.iwillvote.com -The Social Dilemma: www.thesocialdilemma.com Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming)

Salam friends! Please join us, Ehab and Alla (Mohammad, where art thou?), in this episode as we talk about Minder, Muzmatch and swiping the Halal way.  We go through each other's Muzmatch profiles and react to what the other sees on their side. We talk about the dos and don'ts, positives and negatives and just have fun as we playfully comment on other people's profiles, including our own. This one was fun (and educational) to record. Thanks for your continued listenership!  Episode references:  -Ryanhood Official Website: www.ryanhood.com -Cameron Hood, Lovely Line Design (Designer of our new cover art): www.lovelylinedesign.com  -US Census 2020 (Be count online): www.2020census.gov  -Muzmatch: www.muzmatch.com  Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming)

The Amreekies has a new co-host! Please welcome Alla to the crew! Please join the three Amreekies,  Mohammad, Alla and Ehab as we discuss masks, Alla's Karen/Ken confrontation at Walmart, wearing mask/hijab combos, and the hit Hulu original Ramy. We had a lot of fun during this recording and we hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it :) Thank you for your listenership! References during the episode: -"About Cloth Face Coverings - CDC" https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/about-face-coverings.html "Youth Group, a short film (2010) by Ehab and Mohammad." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJlktIdA_TI -"Ramy, the Muslim Community, & Double Standards: rewarding men, punishing women" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2ciFqqxgqw&t=852s

What is our role as Arab Americans in combating racism in America? Please join us, Mohammad and Ehab, as we react to the sensitive topics of racism that were discussed by our guest speaker, Mohammad G., in our last episode (Looking Within: Racism/Colorism in Arab/Muslim Spaces).  Topics include our own participation in systems of oppression and prejudice, issues of Arab fragility and Arab privilege regarding racism and what 4th of July means to Arab Americans. We appreciate your listenership.   Relevant references mentioned during the episode: Leila Abdelrazaq, Palestinian author and artist: www.lalaleila.com Hasan Minhaj reacting to protests over police brutality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_FE78X-qdY Behind the Police Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-the-police/id1518323701 When They See Us Netflix Original: https://www.netflix.com/title/80200549

Salam friends! In these times of protests that highlight systemic oppression, it's important to look within and be critical of ourselves, our families and our communities. Join Ehab, Mohammad and guest speaker Mohammad G. as they get honest about and tackle the issue of racism and colorism in the Arab and/or Muslim community. Discussed topics include the death of George Floyd, Black Lives Matter, Black Arabs, jahiliya (ignorance ideology), the use of the word 'Abd among non-Black Arabs, light-skinned Arab privilege and what we can do moving forward. Thank you for your listenership!

Originally featured on the last Amreekies Episode titled "Hijabi Fitness, Ramadan and Socially Distant Iftars," we've uploaded the extended full interview with guest speaker Alla as she discusses important topics like hijabi fitness, gender roles, fasting during COVID and the real meaning of Ramadan. Thank you for your listenership! 

This is our end of Ramadan 2020 episode! Join us, Mohammad and Ehab, as we discuss Ramadan in the time of COVID-19. We are also joined by guest speaker (Amreekia) Alla who discusses the challenges (and successes) of being active and hijabi in Arab-American culture. Happy Eid, ya'll. Thank you for your listenerhip!

Another Amreekies episode during the plague!  Join Ehab and Mohammad as they discuss a few of their odd job experiences, COVID updates and more (originally broadcast live on FB). Thank you for your listenership!

The year is 2020 and the COVID-19 outbreak is upon us. Join socially distanced Ehab and Mohammad in a live FB stream as they reflect on how the world has changed and what we can do to tackle one the most dire implications....the toilet paper shortage. Stay safe and stay awesome. Prayers for a better day.  

The Amreekies are back! Join the goofy duo, Ehab and Mohammad, for the first podcast of the year as they discuss the 2020 election, Bernie Sanders, bike accident stories and  more.  Plenty of Baba jokes, laughs and banter to go around! Thank you for your listernership!

Join Ehab and Mohammad of the Amreekies as they discuss the perfect victim (featuring guest speaker Mija), having pets in an Arab household with some more baba (dad) jokes. By far the hardest episode to edit but it was worth it. Thank you for your listenership :)

We are back with our first podcast of 2019! Please join us as we talk about the gut-brain connection sandwiched between what can only be described as baba (dad) jokes, the highest quality of jokes :) Thank you for your listenership!

It's our Ramadan podcast episode actually released during Ramadan! Join us on the Amreekies Podcast as we talk about the challenges and lessons of Ramadan, how fun it is to eat a full blown steak meal at 3 am, and that one time we attended a live podcast recording of The Flophouse, while fasting, in a historic synagogue in DC. Thank you for your listenership!

In this episode, Ehab and Mohammad casually talk about the very complicated issues of cooking meat, dating within the Arab world and the very minor subject of the purpose of life. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did :)

Join Ehab and Mohammad in this episode of the Amreekies as they share about their complicated times working with new refugees. Later on, things get a little touchy feely when these two grown men talk about the evolution of their friendship over 16 years. Drama alert: This segment involves a story of a flip phone being thrown at Mohammad! Thank you for your listenership :)

In this episode, we explore the topic of American Muslims and Christmas, we are joined by Mohammad's wife, Vardha, who throws serious shade on our humor, and finally, we tiptoe around the sensitive topic of prayer. Tons of fun and laughs. Thanks for your listenership :)

Join Ehab and Mohammad as we talk about our day at the block party of Knafeh Bakery, talk about our experience with Muslim conferences and camps and talk really intensely about the weather. Special guest Ehab's sister Tesneem :)

Post-election old episode where we discuss if we enjoyed what we studied in college, our plans for the future with laughs and silliness in between. Note: pre-sorry to the great people of Bangladesh

Join Arab American Ehab and Mohammad as they discuss being Arab and American. This episodes subjects dive into the idea of speaking of Arab Americans speaking in Arabic, Iraqi Kurdish independence and the Nouman Ali Khan controversy.

Join us for episode three of The Amreekies as we discuss Trump, Hillary, voting, Iraqi oil refineries and post-debate showers. Enjoy!

Join Ehab and Mohammad as they discuss Muslim names in the context of Islamophobia, prejudice and Buffalo Wild Wings. Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming)

FIRST RECORDED EPISODE! Credits: Co-hosts: Mohammad A., Alla F. and Ehab J. |  Editing and Production: Ehab J. | Marketing: Dania A. | Cover Art: Lovely Line Design | Intro and Outro Song: Get Lit - Get Lifted (Global Warming)