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Beirut Buzz

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A conversational podcast covering life in Lebanon and everything that comes with it, Beirut Buzz is a Beirut.com production. Each week, join our hosts as they interviews guests with a unique perspective on social, cultural, and economic issues in Lebanon. ABOUT BEIRUT.COM Beirut.com is an independent digital media company that delivers information and entertainment to thousands of people every day. Our cross-platform network has been the leading source of knowledge, fun, and all things Lebanon for over a decade.

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Suicide Prevention In Lebanon: A Conversation With Embrace 14.06.2021 41:59

Lama chats with the incredible people behind the first suicide prevention hotline in the region, Embrace NGO's "Lifeline". Speaking with Christina and Mira from the Embrace team, learn more about how media should tackle topics of suicide, and how to best adapt to the changing landscape of discussing issues of mental health. The episode also tackles how Lebanon's excruciating economic and social cr...

On the Lebanese Condition & "Pick-Me" Girls 17.05.2021 40:31

Lama and Taleen discuss what it is like being a Lebanese student abroad during Thawra, being forced to return to Lebanon due to lack of access to your funds, and other such experiences. They then delve into a conversation about misogyny and sexism in Lebanon, as well as the new phenomenon of "pick-me" girls. What do "pick-me" girls actually want? The pod attempts to get to the bottom of it. ...