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Today, we have a unique perspective from the Middle East that resembles the same pain points we face in the diaspore. Talia Lahoud, is a 21-year-old musical talent from Batroun, Lebanon. Talia’s journey is a testament to perseverance amid adversity. Starting on YouTube at 11, she faced harsh criticism but continued to pursue her passion for music. Despite familial expectations to follow a traditional career path, Talia chose music, gaining recognition by 17.
Her path was filled with challenges, including the loss of her father and economic hardships, making her feel far from achieving her dreams. However, her persistence paid off when she was signed by Nvak Collective in LA, finally turning her luck around. Talia's story is one of overcoming repeated setbacks and finding hope in the support of her followers and the opportunities that finally came her way.
Join us as Talia shares her inspiring journey of resilience, passion, and breakthrough.
Today, we are honored to have Salem Barahmeh, a dynamic figure whose life journey spans from the heart of Palestine to the global stage. Growing up between Jerusalem and Jericho during the first and second Intifadas, Salem's early life was marked by the harsh realities of apartheid and...
Published 10/28/24
Today, we are honored to have Ghassan Shamieh with us, a dedicated immigration lawyer and advocate for Palestinian rights based in San Francisco.
Born to Palestinian parents who fled their homeland during the 1967 war, Ghassan was raised in the Bay Area, where he faced the challenges of...
Published 10/21/24