Breaking Pita With Zee
Breaking Pita With Zee
Zahra Huber
In Breaking Pita With Zee, host Zahra Huber talks about her personal experiences growing up in the United States as an Arab-American Muslim woman. She also brings on guests to discuss current events involving Muslims or Arab Americans, as well as other topics such as dating, immigrant family traditions, food and the similarities between different cultures.
F*** What They Think: A Solo Conversation About Reputation
In this solo episode, host Zahra Huber gives a little more insight into how reputation/people's opinions in the Arab community really played a major role in her life's biggest decisions -- such as taking the hijab off. Learn how she has overcome (mostly) that constant worry about what other people think. 
Jun 14, 2021
20 min
Body Image in the Arab Culture with Samantha Brash
The ideal body image in America is usually affected by media and society...but in the Arab culture, that pressure tends to come from parents, siblings and other family members who can be extremely blunt. In this episode, body positive dietician Samantha Barash talks about how that bluntness in the culture creates a negative environment and mindset for youth, which can stick with them their entire lives.
May 31, 2021
33 min
Misadventures of a Slightly Warm, Muslim-American Comic Creator, Huda Fahmy
Creator of "Yes, I'm Hot in This", Huda Fahmy,  says serious issues and experiences inspired her to start and create her comics.  In this episode, Huda explains that she uses her art to display how  how universal people's everyday problems, worries, and joys actually are. 
May 24, 2021
33 min
The Palestinian Plight - A Conversation with Imad Refai
You've seen it on social media: The eviction of Palestinian families from their homes. The death and injuries of hundreds of Palestinians in Israeli airstrikes and attacks. In this special episode, host Zahra Huber is joined by Imad Refai, a young man who lives in the West Bank, in Palestine, to talk about the most recent developments as well as what it's like to live in a country that sees death and fighting almost daily. 
May 18, 2021
37 min
The Labeling of Mass Shooters: Terrorism Vs. Mentally Ill
Why is it that when Arab-Americans are involved in mass shootings, it's called terrorism? But when it's a white man, he has mental health issues? Host Zahra Huber is joined by Nadia Bryant as the two talk about the verbiage around mass shootings and attacks that draw different pictures depending on the skin color and ethnicity of the shooter.
May 10, 2021
31 min
"Unashamed: Musings of a Fat, Black Muslim" with Leah V
Author and body-positive activist Leah V joins host Zahra Huber to talk about her love-hate relationship with religion, weight and mental health, and where how she's come to find her voice and be comfortable with who she is.
May 3, 2021
33 min
The France Hijab Ban with Shayma Ghaleb
In this episode, host Zahra Huber and guest Shayma Ghaleb discuss the new hijab ban in France -- how frustrating and disappointing it is for Muslims all around the world.
Apr 26, 2021
25 min
Overcoming the Taboo: Hady on Being an Arab Male Makeup Artist
Hady Farhat has come a long way since he first started following his dream of being a male Arab makeup artist in the Dearborn community. In this episode, Hady discusses his struggles, the secrets, and the backlash he received throughout his journey. 
Apr 19, 2021
46 min
#DearbornThings
What makes Dearborn, Dearborn? Home to the most concentrated Arab population outside of the Middle East, there are a number of things that stand out that make the city amazing and also a little... unique. Host Zahra Huber is joined by her friend Sasha to list all the "Dearborn Things" that make us laugh, roll our eyes, shake our head, and also appreciate and love this city. 
Apr 12, 2021
45 min
20 Questions With an Arab
In this final episode of season 2, host Zahra Huber along with guests Neda Mohiedeen and Nadia Bryant, answer 20 questions that were submitted by followers on social media. Questions include: "Do you shower with your hijab" and "Are all Arabs Muslim?" Learn more about things you may have always wondered in "20 Questions With an Arab."
Dec 7, 2020
45 min
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