Yalla! Let's Talk.

Everyone seems to want to become a content creator these days. But how do you actually build a sustainable career? In this episode, we sit down with Jessie Jaurji ( @jaurji ) and in this conversation, we learn how you can build a sustainable career as a content creator on social media. Episode Breakdown(00:00:00) - Introduction(00:01:45) - Intro to Jesse - His Story(00:11:10) - How can content cre...

In this episode, we talk about what dating looks like today. In other words, situationships and mixed signals. We answer questions like, "how to get over someone you haven't really dated?" or "should you be platonic friends after a situationship"?Our guest today is content creator and internet personality Sahar Dahi (also known as saharroo on social media). With millions of subscribers, Sahar crea...

Have you found it very difficult to let go of someone who cheated? Have you dated a narcissist before? And do YOU want to heal and start dating again? Listen to this episode! In the first episode of season 2, I had the pleasure to sit down with  @NajwaZebian . Najwa is no stranger to Yalla! Let's Talk., where her previous episode "Buy Yourself Flowers, Trust Your Heart, and Start Healing" was amon...

In the midst of the atrocities unfolding in Gaza, there are a lot of debates on what exactly is anti-semitism. This podcast episode dives into questions on what is zionism and its historical context, anti-semitism vs. anti-zionism, and whether or not antisemitism is being weaponized in order to silence critics and bully people into compliance. The episode also gives perspective on identity politic...

Here are the 5, important pieces of relationship advice for men that are discussed in this episode:1. Avoid double standards - they're toxic. For example, with your sisters, you should not expect her to do less simply because she is a woman. 2. Control does NOT equal protection3. You need to be clear about consent. It's always better to ask than assume. 4. If you're sexually active, you can get an...

The dark reality of being a gen z content creator.

In this episode of the Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast, we have Samir Mourani. Samir is an entrepreneur, co-founder of the men's lifestyle publication, Gent's Post, and host of popular podcast, #gentstalk on YouTube channel, @GentsPost. Samir and I discuss redefining masculinity in the modern man and how we can break down barriers of toxic masculinity that plague the world today. We further discuss Sam...

In this episode, host Hani Dajani has a conversation with rising superstar Dana Salah, a Jordanian-Palestinian artist who has become known as the queen of Fala7i pop. Together, they reflect on the expectations and barriers that society places on women creatives, particularly in regards to age. Dana shares her personal experiences with ageism, even when she was in her early 20s, and discusses the h...

In this Ramadan Special, we have Forbes 30 under 30, MENA mental health ambassador, and host of popular podcast, "Empathy Always Wins,"  @AllySalama . We discuss how one can become more empathetic in the month of Ramadan and how we can improve our emotional intelligence. Further, we talk about dealing with narcissistic individuals and how setting boundaries for your well-being does not make you le...

In this episode of the Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast's Ramadan Special, we have content creators Sana and Will of the  @SalehFamily . The  @SalehFamily  focuses on creating content to humanize the Muslim community and unite them all regardless of their differences. We discuss unity and learning to be accepting of one another's beliefs. We further talk about the infamous "Haram Police" and the negativ...

In Yalla! Let's Talk's very first Ramadan Special, we have Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Emile Sabga with us today to discuss all things related to nutrition and fasting in Ramadan. We dive straight into debunking myths about nutrition and fasting, and what healthy eating entails. Dr. Emile and I talk about fasting and why fasting is good for the body, mind, and soul. Learning to eat the right foods du...

In this episode of Yalla! Let's Talk, we explore the inspiring story of  Asala Dabke , a Palestinian Dabke group, formed a brotherhood and passed the torch for years. Learn how Wasif and Omar balance school, work, and social life while creating content and making a global impact through their music and dance. Discover insights and lessons from their journey to success, including their experience p...

What exactly is winning? How do you beat the odds when all cards are stacked against you?    In this episode, we talk to the legend  @KarlWolfs  to learn more about his winning attitude, the mindset that got him to where he is today, and the simple habits to make sure you win every single day.   Follow Karl Wolf:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlwolfs/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com...

In this episode, we talk about what a life for yourself looks like, what really is "self-love" and healing. From expectations to heartache, we talk about when and how we heal, and how to really listen and trust your heart.  I had the pleasure to sit down with  @NajwaZebian . Najwa is a best-selling author, poet, activist, speaker, and educator.  The search for a home—what Najwa describes as a plac...

In this episode of the Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast, Black Hijabi comedian Hoodo Hersi ( @hoodocomedy ) discusses all things stand-up comedy. From a young age, comedy has been an outlet for Hoodo to get through traumatic things. Learning to hear your inner voice and doing what you love is what Hoodo emphasizes. She discusses the beauty of comedy, changing the minds of individuals with laughter, and...

Discover the empowering story of Canada's first Arab Drag Race contestant, Halal Bae, on our latest episode. This Egyptian-Canadian drag performer and LGBTQ rights advocate shares their journey of self-discovery and how drag has allowed them to live authentically and true to themselves. Learn about the differences of being LGBTQ in the Middle East and in North America and how Halal Bae found accep...

This episode features Lebanese-Canadian TEDx speaker and comedian  @JozePiranian . Joze has taken the world by storm as he has been featured on Forbes, Google, Tesla, and TikTok due to his inspirational talks about conquering his fear of speaking due to his "stutter."   Today, Joze reveals how he has turned his greatest fear (speaking) into his greatest asset. He discusses growing up in...

Today, I am talking to Maya Hussein.  @mayahussein_   is one of the most successful content creators to reflect Arab and Middle Eastern culture in her work. She has made millions of people laugh with her content and has become a household name across the world.   Today, Maya opens the conversation by sharing what it was like going through a divorce as an Arab woman. She shares her perspective on w...

What makes a healthy relationship? And what makes a toxic friendship?   In this episode of the Yalla! Let's Talk. Podcast, upcoming artist  @whoiszeyne  sits down with host Hani Dajani to discuss friendships, specifically in the creative and music industry.  Zeyne shares facts of how unhealthy traits can ruin friendships, while also dividing into a discussion on what healthy support looks like - f...

Hani Dajani sits down with Yafa Jarrar to talk about resilience as a Palestinian who lived under Israeli occupation and then moved to Canada.  Yafa Jarrar is a lawyer and human rights activist advocating for Palestinian Human Rights. She is also the daughter of Palestinian Leader Khalida Jarrar, who was a political prisoner for two years in an Israeli prison. The Israeli army arrested Yafa's mothe...

Get ready cause we're going deep today! In this episode, Abbas Wahab challenges us to think who we are and are not, and shares his story of how he came to do what he loves and built his own identity. Abbas Wahab is a Sudanese-Canadian comedian, actor, writer, and the host of  @The Immigrant Section Podcast. In this episode, Abbas reflects on his journey and what led him to decide to change his car...

To launch the Yalla! Let's Talk. (Podcast), we have content creator Saif Shawaf as our first guest. Saif is known for his wholesome content and to make people laugh with his street-style interview #makeme. In this episode, Saif opens up like never before. He shares his personal struggles with anxiety, depression, and mental health. He shares his secret to managing anxiety and imposter syndrome as...