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Doaa Farid is a Cairo-based journalist covering economy and business since 2013. Farid was a staff business reporter at Egypt's English-language newspaper the Daily News Egypt for three years. In early 2016, Farid was accepted to take part in a Thomson Reuters Foundation programme, named 'Wealth of Nations', that works with African journalists to produce investigative stories on taxes and illicit finance. Farid has also gained an experience in research and translation through working with firms and non-profit organisations located in the US, UK and the UAE.
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Ramadan in Gaza: Living under threat, fighting for food and longing for peace
The people of Gaza face a challenging Ramadan amid a five-month-long air and ground assault by Israel, with the threat of famine due to limited food supplies and disrupted aid. Traditional Ramadan customs are overshadowed by survival struggles, with many observing the month in makeshift tents. Nada AlTaher, host of Beyond The Headlines, speaks to Gazans and Steve Sosebee, founder of HEAL Palestine, about the humanitarian crisis.
YEA Networks selects Frequency as workflow automation partner
YEA Networks, a High 5 Media company, has partnered with Frequency to utilize its workflow automation tools for podcast ad management. This collaboration aims to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and boost revenue by standardizing workflows and eliminating redundant tasks. Shawn Nunn, president of YEA Networks, highlights the necessity of Frequency's tools for scaling their business, while Pete Jimison, CEO of Frequency, emphasizes the importance of operational efficiencies for sustainable growth.
Women’s podcast awards slated for June 19
The fourth annual International Women’s Podcast Awards will be held on June 19 at the IET London: Savoy Place. The awards aim to honor outstanding contributions in podcasting, with a panel of judges evaluating entries across multiple categories. Founder Naomi Mellor highlights the importance of podcasting as a platform for storytelling and showcasing work. Entry consideration opens on February 29.
Abtal: A new podcast series on Arab journeys to the Paris Olympics
The National is launching 'Abtal,' a podcast series hosted by sports journalist Reem Abulleil, featuring conversations with Arab athletes on their journeys to the Paris 2024 Olympics. The series aims to provide a deeper understanding of the athletes' lives, pressures, and mentalities. Notable athletes featured include Ons Jabeur, Mayar Sherif, Farida Osman, Abdullah Al Marri, and Hana Goda. The podcast will be available weekly from January 29 to February 19, with more episodes to follow later in the year.
Disregarding the supposed rules
Doaa Farid, podcast lead and executive producer at The National News, shares her journey in audio journalism, starting from a childhood experience with radio to her current role producing podcasts. She discusses the challenges of podcast discoverability in an oversaturated market and the lack of social media support for audio content. Farid advises podcasters to focus on unique stories and take advantage of the creative freedom in podcasting. She has produced award-winning content and has been a finalist at the New York Radio Festival. Her podcasts include 'Beyond the Headlines,' 'Books of My Life,' and others, available on major platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Cop28 Youth Climate Delegates from Middle East and North Africa make voices heard
The UAE's initiative to involve youth in climate advocacy at Cop28 in Dubai has brought together 100 youth climate delegates from the Middle East and North Africa. Delegates like Hoor Ahli from the UAE, Mahmoud Saad Radaideh from Jordan, Sara Badran from Lebanon, Houyame Hakmi from Morocco, and Oumar Cisse from Mauritania shared their journeys and efforts in environmental activism. They discussed their motivations, the challenges their countries face due to climate change, and their ongoing projects, such as reforestation and renewable energy advocacy. The article highlights the positive impact of youth involvement in climate policy and advocacy.
Business Extra podcast comes back with a new season
The Business Extra podcast, hosted by The National's Future Editor Cody Combs, is returning with a new season focused on the intersection of business, technology, and environment. The season will feature interviews with decision-makers, experts, and innovators, covering topics such as cutting-edge tech, eco-friendly innovations, and sustainability. The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other popular podcast platforms.
The Podcast Show 2024 to open pre-sale window
Organizers of The Podcast Show 2024 in Islington, London, are offering a 30% discount on registration during a 48-hour pre-sale window from February 6 to February 8. Group bookings of eight or more people can save an additional 10%. The first wave of shows will be announced later this month, with Delegate Pass holders getting exclusive early access to book seats for live podcast stage shows in major London venues from May 20 to 26.
NBA Abu Dhabi, Assassin’s Creed in Baghdad and Wes Anderson
The Culture Bites podcast discusses Abu Dhabi's hosting of the NBA preseason games, the launch of the new Assassin's Creed game set in historical Baghdad, and Wes Anderson's Netflix series of short films based on Roald Dahl's works. The episode also features a personal story from Maan Jalal about using AI to find a lost book and highlights upcoming cultural events in Dubai.
Outdoor season in UAE and Arabic hip-hop
Hosts Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews discuss activities for the long weekend in the UAE, coinciding with the Prophet Mohammed's birthday and the reopening of outdoor activities like Hatta Wadi Hub. They also cover the end of the Hollywood writers strike, anticipated changes, and upcoming shows. Enas shares her passion for hip-hop, celebrating its 50th anniversary, and highlights favorite Arab hip-hop artists. Arts and Culture reporter Maan Jalal lists creative events, including Alserkal Lates and Fernando Botero's exhibition at Atlantis The Royal.
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