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Noura Kevorkian, the director of the film Batata, shares the origin and journey of the film, which started as a story about potato farmers and evolved into a 13-year saga following the lives of Syrian refugees. She emphasizes the importance of refugee stories and the need for empathy and understanding. Noura discusses the impact of collective trauma on communities and the power of documentary filmmaking to create connections and change perspectives. She also provides advice for aspiring filmmakers and highlights the ways in which people can support Batata and refugees.TakeawaysRefugee stories are important and can help create empathy and understanding.Documentary filmmaking is a commitment that requires emotional and mental well-being.It is crucial to take care of oneself and have a support system when working on difficult subjects.Finding and telling powerful stories can inspire and make a difference in the world.Supporting refugee stories and organizations can help raise awareness and provide assistance to those in need.Chapters00:00The Origin of Batata03:10The Syrian Revolution04:15The 13-Year Saga06:31The Global Refugee Crisis07:54The Message of Batata10:17The Importance of Refugee Stories12:15The Hospitality of Refugees15:17The Collective Trauma of Refugees19:58Creating Empathy Through Film22:12The Impact of Refugees on Communities23:32The Emotional Toll of Filmmaking26:44Finding and Telling Powerful Stories29:40The Continued Journey of Batata35:18Highlighting Extraordinary Individuals37:17Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers43:26The Message from Maria45:43How to Support Batata and RefugeesTo support the future of Batata back the GoFundMe - https://www.gofundme.com/f/longitudinal-social-study-of-refugees?qid=823cccf6e56f01982f2cf055d41c43afTo listen to more episodes head to theformulapodcast.comor check out the full video episodes on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@justtrevorcarlsonTo follow our travels and read our travel guides head to lostandlore.com or watch our travel videos on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavHMv7t-VKqYZrusR4eUUQ