First Impressions: Fairuz on the Radio
Fairuz not only lived and thrived through radio, but she also grew out of it. Her career in the 50’s can tell us a bit about why radio stations are not as relevant as they once were.
Daftar Digest
We select the best from the Arab world each month, and put it in your inbox.
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Curated Recommendations
Every time a guest joins us on one of our podcast series, they leave us with breadcrumbs to further explore some of the topics that they covered in the episode. Browse through some of the best recommendations for films, books, and music from the Arab world.
Staff Pick: Podcast Episode
We did a deep dive into this afikra podcast episode with the co-author of Modern Architecture Kuwait 1949-1989
Daftar Journal
Kuwait’s 31 Iconic Water Towers
Kuwait's Architecture
9 Sudanese Films to Watch
9 Sudanese films to watch as recommended by the founders of Aflam Sudan and members of the afikra community. Image via Broadcast Prome.
Gaza’s Cinemas & Theatres
A brief look at Gaza’s vibrant theatre and cinema scene in the 20th Century with wonderful images, stories and facts we’ve come across.
Michelle Keserwany's Films of Note
We asked Michelle Keserwany to name the films that changed the way she thinks, that inspired her, and that make her nostalgic.
A Few Films That’ll Help You Get Informed About What’s Happening in Palestine
We’ve put together a list of Palestinian films from across the decades and some directors too. We want this to be a growing resource, so if you have any additions make sure to send them our way!
Arab Jazz: What To Listen To
We put together an Arab Jazz mixtape that we hope is more accurate than what’s out there already. Here’s a little introduction to the big names you should know in Arab Jazz.