“The interviews are always fascinating to listen to. I love that I get to learn about diverse people who I would never have encountered in the more traditional media.”
megkvinde via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/21
“Very interesting topics and interviews!! Thank you for shedding the light over the experiences of those people. Some of them were even new to me! I cannot wait for your next episode to come. Keep up the great work!”
ayyasal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/20
“I am not very big on podcasts but this show has changed that. I recently stumbled upon the show and have binge heard all the episodes in two days. Excellent choice of guests both interesting and inspiring. Definitely worth a listen. Thank you guys for an incredible show.”
Hala.r via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/20
“As a 25 year old Arab American, listening to Al Empire has been awe-inspiring and empowering. I truly canβt describe the impact the podcast has had on me personally and with all those whom Iβve shared it. On an even more basic level, I've learned more about the immense accomplishments and the...”Read full review »
gaby1038 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/20
“I listened to the whole season in two days. This podcast is incredibly refreshing and inspirational in a time of hopelessness and despair. It gives us a reminder of the resiliency of human spirit through a uniquely Arab perspective.”
m$$g&N via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/20
“I just discovered this podcast today and Iβm blown away by the production. Super insightful and very universal stories everyone, yes EVERYONE, can relate to. If you are hesitant in listening just try the first episode. You will get hooked. Keep up the amazing work. As an international listener I...”Read full review »
realpersonanonymous via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/20
“Inspiring, fascinating stories from across the Middle East, all so beautifully produced. One of my favourite podcasts to listen to, sitting back sipping my 2ahwe 3asoboh! <3”
JustAliya via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/13/20
“As someone interested in the Middle East but with no ethnic or linguistic connection to that region this show is great. The fact that these stories are told in English is wonderful. Fantastic show indeed”
geoffgero via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/19
“So many episodes put into words experiences and emotions Iβve never been able to articulate myself as an Arab. I really loved hearing an honest retelling from Arab figures that I admire.”
gibrahim103 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/19
“Iβve grown up obsessed with autobiographies and stories about inspiring people. To be able to listen to a podcast dedicated to incredible people from the Arab world, and have it produced so well makes me extremely grateful to the producers of Kerning Cultures/ Al Empire. What a great show. Keep...”Read full review »
Yolabz via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/20/19
“Iβm an Arab and I constantly underestimate Arabs and think our glory days are over at least that how I felt before tuning in to this show itβs amazing the personalities they portray here are amazing definitely inspirational keep it up.”
“Quality journalistic content. In depth interviews with inspiring talents can shedding light on characters that donβt fit mainstream narratives. Good job guys”
zBat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/19
“Iβve listened to Bassem speak and read many interviews with him, nothing made me feel his truth like this interview... it felt like I was sitting on that couch with him.”
TalaTala! via Apple Podcasts ·
United Arab Emirates ·
10/04/19
“What a fantastic new show! This is really is wonderfully done on all aspects of storytelling & production - making you feel that special kind of intimacy with a conversation that is unfolding before your ears. Looking forward to the next episodes!”
“Only one episode in and canβt wait for the rest. Itβs such a different and refreshing take on approaching our giants. The episode with Hamed Sinno was more insightful than all the interviews I ever read about him because non-Arab journalist canβt get passed the controversy and see the human. Keep...”Read full review »
Khalisah Stevens via Apple Podcasts ·
United Arab Emirates ·
09/16/19