Conversations with Ricardo Karam
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#119 Joumana Chahal Timery: Memory & Heritage | جمانة الشهال تدمري: الذاكرة والتراث
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Joumana Chahal Timery for a dialogue about Tripoli, memory, heritage, identity, and the deep connection between people and the places they call home. After years in France, where she studied French literature, built a family, and created a life of her own, Joumana returned to Tripoli a city she had never truly left behind.Her retur
#118 Kinda Adra: Between Two Worlds, One Identity I كيندا عدرا: بين عالمين وهوية واحدة
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Kinda Adra for a dialogue about migration, identity, motherhood, mental health, and the journey of finding oneself in a new place. From Lebanon to Canada, Kinda’s journey was not simply a move from one country to another, but a transformative experience through which she rediscovered herself and reshaped both her professional and p
#117 Fady AbouChalache: Investment & Leadership | فادي أبو شلش: الاستثمار والقيادة
Send us Fan MailRicardo Karam sits down with Fady Michel AbouChalache for a conversation about investment, entrepreneurship, leadership, and the building of lasting institutions.From Beirut to Wharton and Harvard, and later New York, Boston, and London, AbouChalache has spent more than three decades in finance and investment. His journey took him from investment banking to entrepreneurship and lea
#116 Tarick Smiley: Beyond Beauty and Appearance I طارق صميلي: ما وراء الجمال والمظهر
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Dr. Tarick Smiley for a dialogue about beauty, identity, medicine, and the delicate relationship between how we look and how we see ourselves. From his beginnings in Ohio to Beverly Hills, California, Dr. Smiley has built an international career in plastic and reconstructive surgery, combining medical expertise, scientific research
#115 Charles Arbid: Entrepreneurship & Nation-Building | شارل عربيد: ريادة الأعمال وبناء الوطن
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Charles Arbid for a dialogue about entrepreneurship, ambition, Lebanon, and the responsibility that comes with success. From the world of business to the leadership of economic and social institutions, Charles Arbid has spent decades building companies, supporting Lebanese industry, helping local brands expand beyond Lebanon, and e
#114 Richard Kouyoumjian: Between Faith & Belonging I ريشار قيومجيان: بين الإيمان والانتماء
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Richard Kouyoumjian for a dialogue about war, politics, exile, faith, Lebanon, and the human being behind the political figure. Richard Kouyoumjian entered public life at a young age, shaped by a Lebanon marked by conflict, political divisions, fear, and loss. He experienced the war firsthand, lost friends, left Lebanon in 1994, an
#113 Philip Salem: A Journey of Science, Hope & Purpose I فيليب سالم: رحلة في العلم والأمل والهدف
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Professor Philip Salem for a dialogue about medicine, cancer, hope, and the human being behind every diagnosis. From Lebanon to the United States, Philip Salem carried with him a passion for science and devoted more than five decades of his life to understanding and confronting cancer, not only as a physician and researcher, but as
#112 Nijad Fares: A Journey of Success & Service | نجاد فارس: مسيرة نجاح وعطاء
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Nijad Fares for a dialogue about entrepreneurship, leadership, Lebanon, philanthropy, and the responsibility that comes with success. Born into a Lebanese family and raised with a strong sense of belonging and service, Nijad Fares built an international career in business and investment while remaining deeply connected to Lebanon a
#111 Sarah Trad: A Journey Through Memory and Belonging I سارة طراد: رحلة في الذاكرة والانتماء
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Sarah Trad in a conversation about memory, hospitality, reinvention, and the art of transforming a personal story into a place of meaning.Raised between worlds, from Jeddah to Lebanon and beyond, Sarah grew up in a home open to people, encounters, and conversation. That early sense of generosity would later shape many chapters of her li
#110 When the Body Becomes the Stage: Joe Kodeih I حين يصبح الجسد مسرحاً آخر: جو قديح
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Lebanese actor and playwright Joe Kodeih in a dialogue that moves beyond theatre into the deeper terrain of identity, fragility, and what remains when life itself becomes an unpredictable stage.From his early beginnings in theatre, Joe reflects on the stage as both a mirror of society and a space of confrontation where language is
#109 Ghida Rabbat: When Difference Becomes Responsibility | غيدا ربّاط: حين يصبح الاختلاف مسؤولية
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Ghida Rabbat in a deeply human conversation about motherhood, difference, inclusion, and the long journey of turning a personal challenge into a collective mission. As a mother of a child with special needs and the cofounder of OpenMinds, Ghida reflects on the years that shaped her understanding of autism, care, education, and dignity.
#108 From Bint Jbeil to the Region: Identity & Impact I من بنت جبيل إلى المنطقة: الهوية والتأثير
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Rindala Beydoun in a conversation about roots, leadership, belonging, and the meaning of responsibility in a changing region.Born from a journey shaped between Bint Jbeil, Tyre, Saida, the United States, Dubai, and Beirut, Rindala reflects on the experiences that formed her understanding of citizenship, identity, and public engagement.
#107 Amal Azhari: From Memory to Strength | أمل أزهري: من الذاكرة إلى القوة وصناعة الهوية
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Amal Azhari in a deeply personal conversation that goes beyond fashion into memory, identity, and resilience, where design becomes a reflection of lived experience and inner strength.The conversation traces her journey from a career in communications and public relations to the founding of her own couture house, exploring the courage it takes to
#106 Mariana Wehbe: Reinventing Success | ماريانا وهبي: إعادة ابتكار النجاح
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Mariana Wehbe in a profound conversation that explores a remarkable personal and professional journey shaped by displacement, reinvention, and the continuous redefinition of identity and belonging.The dialogue begins with formative chapters of her life, moving from Abu Dhabi to the United States before a pivotal relocation to Lebanon at
#105 Christiane Amanpour: Truth, Power & Journalism | كريستيان أمانبور: الحقيقة والسلطة والصحافة
Send us Fan MailThe conversation begins with a reflection on human nature after decades spent covering wars, revolutions, genocides, and political upheavals, opening broader questions about truth, leadership, and the state of the world today. The discussion explores Amanpour’s journey as one of the most respected international journalists of her generation, her experiences interviewing presidents,
#104 Abed Al Kadiri: When Color Becomes a Space of Survival I عبد القادري:حين يصبح اللون مساحة نجاة
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Abed Al Kadiri in a conversation that goes beyond art as an aesthetic space, where color becomes testimony, the canvas a space of survival, and art an act of confronting human pain.The dialogue begins with the image of a displaced child, scattered paper and colors, opening questions about art as it moves from galleries into a fractured
#103 Farid Chedid: Building Stability in Times of CollapseIفريد شديد: بناء الاستقرار في زمن الانهيار
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Farid Chedid in a conversation that goes beyond insurance and business, exploring the journey of a man who built, from Lebanon, a network of trust that expanded across the region and the world, in an industry fundamentally built around uncertainty and risk.The discussion begins with the meaning of insurance in times of war and collapse,
#102 Between Loss and Hope: Diala El Fil I بين الفقد والأمل: ديالا الفيل
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Diala El Fil in a deeply human conversation that goes beyond personal grief to explore the journey of a mother who faced profound loss and searched for a new meaning to life through pain.From the moment everything changed, Diala reflects on a journey that cannot truly be explained in words, but lived through everyday moments, where loss
#101 Antonio Vincenti: The Language of the Street I أنطونيو فينسنتي: لغة الشارع
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Antonio Vincenti in a conversation that goes beyond advertising to explore a journey that reshaped public space across Arab cities, turning the street from chaos into a visual language that shapes urban memory.From Lebanon to Amman, Baghdad, Algiers, Tunis, Morocco, Africa, and Europe, Antonio reflects on how “Picasso” began as an outdo
#100 Between War and Dignity: Kamel Mohanna I بين الحرب والكرامة: كامل مهنا
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Lebanese doctor, thinker, and humanitarian Dr. Kamel Mohanna in a dialogue that goes beyond biography to explore a life shaped by commitment, witness, and action in times of collapse.From his early beginnings to his college years in France, during moments of conflict in Lebanon, Dr. Mohanna reflects on what it means to choose proxi
#99 When Passion Refuses to Leave: Assaad Raphael I حين يرفض الشغف أن يغادر: رؤية أسعد روفايل
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Lebanese entrepreneur Assaad Raphael in a dialogue that goes beyond automobiles to explore passion as a form of resistance, and the meaning of building something meaningful in a country defined by uncertainty.From an early fascination with cars that gradually became a defining part of his identity, Assaad reflects on how passion ca
#98 Fall, Recovery & Return: Samer Tawk’s Story I السقوط، التعافي والعودة: قصة سامر طوق
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Lebanese Olympian Samer Tawk in a dialogue that goes far beyond sport, tracing a journey shaped not only by achievement, but by rupture, resilience, and the quiet reconstruction of the self.From choosing an unlikely path in a country where winter sports are rare, to representing Lebanon on the Olympic stage in PyeongChang, Samer re
#97 Speed, Passion & Legacy: Billy Karam’s Journey I السرعة والشغف والإرث: رحلة بيلي كرم
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Nabil “Billy” Karam, eight-time Lebanese rally and hill climb champion, entrepreneur, extraordinary collector, and holder of six Guinness World Records titles. In a discussion that goes beyond speed, we explore how passion becomes identity, collecting becomes responsibility, and sports transform into a cultural legacy.From his earl
#96 War, Exile & Return: Philippe Jabre’s Story I الحرب والمنفى والعودة: قصة فيليب جبر
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Lebanese investor and philanthropist Philippe Jabre in a dialogue that moves beyond finance to question the meaning of return, commitment, and responsibility toward a country that never stops demanding.From the experience of war to that of exile, and ultimately the decision to return and invest in Lebanon, Philippe Jabre reflects o
#95 War, Memory & Modernity: Tarek El-Ariss’s Journey I الحرب والذاكرة والحداثة: رحلة طارق العريس
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Lebanese academic and writer Tarek El-Ariss in a discussion that moves beyond personal biography to explore writing as an act of reflection and responsibility toward memory. From a childhood in war-time Beirut that shaped his early awareness, to the experience of exile that deepened his understanding of anxiety and estrangement, an
#94 The Human Side of Medicine: Dr. Ali Taher’s Journey I الجانب الإنساني للطب: رحلة الدكتور علي طاهر
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Dr. Ali Taher in a meeting that goes beyond medicine as a profession and explores it as a profound human act and an art of listening. From a childhood between Ghana and Beirut that shaped his view of diversity, to difficult experiences that deepened his understanding of human vulnerability, and on to London where he learned that a
#93 Lebanese Cinema Without Borders: Georges Schoucair I السينما اللبنانية بلا حدود: جورج شقير
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Georges Schoucair, the renowned Lebanese film producer and co-founder of Abbout Productions, in a discussion that goes beyond filmmaking as a business to explore it as a cultural and artistic choice. Since 2004, Abbout has supported independent cinema and auteur films, presenting over 30 films at major international festivals like
#92 Childhood & Imagination: Nadine Touma’s Journey I الطفولة والخيال: رحلة نادين توما
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Nadine Touma, artist, producer, and cultural activist, to explore the intersection of art, culture, and education. Nadine combines literature, humanities, design, and human rights in her work, offering a holistic vision of art as a tool for critical thinking and awareness from childhood.The discussion covers her multidisciplinary j
#91 Lebanon Beyond Politics: Michel Helou’s Vision I لبنان أبعد من السياسة: رؤية ميشال حلو
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Michel Helou in a discussion that moves beyond politics as slogans and delves into the core of the Lebanese experience as a daily test of conscience and responsibility. Michel returned from Europe to Beirut, learned Arabic until it became part of his everyday life, worked in the media within a long-established institution, and then
#90 Art as Memory: Dr. Basel Dalloul on Arab Culture I الفن كذاكرة: باسل دلّول عن الثقافة العربية
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Dr. Basel Dalloul, a leading figure in the preservation and documentation of contemporary Arab art. The discussion goes beyond the concept of art collecting to explore meaning, memory, and cultural responsibility. Dr. Dalloul shares his vision of art as a human and political archive, reflecting on the moment when a family legacy tr
#89 Serge Brunst: The Designer Who Bridged East and West I سيرج برونست: المصمم الذي جمع الشرق بالغرب
Send us Fan MailIn this unique conversation, Ricardo Karam meets Serge Brunst, the Lebanese designer who transformed his passion for art and beauty into an extraordinary journey between East and West. Born in Aleppo to a family of diverse roots Russian, Italian, and Levantine his experience has been shaped by the balance between belonging and identity, medicine and art, Beirut and Paris.Serge reco
#88 From Challenge to Hope: Moussa Charafeddine’s Mission I من التحدي إلى الأمل: رسالة موسى شرف الدين
Send us Fan MailIn this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Moussa Charafeddine, a dedicated advocate whose personal journey transformed the landscape of support for individuals with intellectual disabilities in Lebanon. From the profound challenges of discovering that his first two children were born with intellectual disabilities, to leaving his medical career to d
#87 Omar Dabaghi: When Home Becomes a Mission I عمر دبغي: حين يصبح الوطن رسالة
Send us Fan MailIn deeply human conversation Ricardo Karam meets his friend from university Omar Dabaghi, a man who carries within him the memory, contradictions, and soul of old Beirut. Born into a family rooted in authenticity and openness, Omar was kidnapped during the war because he was Christian. Yet he chose to return to Hamra convinced that fear should never decide where one belongs.In this
#86 Between War & the Hospital..When Healing Becomes Mission بين الحرب والمستشفى يصبح الشفاء رسالة
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam meets Rima Bikhazi, a woman who turned pain into strength, fear into purpose, and leadership into an act of compassion.From a 14-year-old girl forced to leave Beirut during the war, to a woman who returned ten years later to rebuild not just a hospital but a mission, Rima embodies resilience in a country constantly on the edge.As the head of one
#85 Elias Jarade: Healing a Nation Through Wounded Eyes I إلياس جرادة: شفاء وطن تُبصره عيون مجروحة
Send us Fan MailIn this profound and eye-opening episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Dr. Elias Jarade, the doctor who became a voice for the wounded nation, and the parliamentarian who still treats people with the precision of a surgeon and the heart of a healer.From the Khiyam detention center to the operating room, from the echoes of explosions to the silence of Parliament, Elias Jarade has se
#84 The Rhythm of Lebanon: Yvan Caracalla’s Vision for the World I إيقاع لبنان: رؤية إيفان كركلا للعالم
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Yvan Caracalla, the calm and visionary force behind one of the world’s most renowned dance theaters. Away from the spotlight, Yvan shares his deep insights on art, legacy, and renewal, explaining how he and his sister have preserved the spirit of Caracalla Theater since its founding by their father, Abdel Halim Caracalla, in 1968,
#83 Ghada Salame: From the Frontlines to History I غادة سلامة: من قلب الميدان إلى صفحات التاريخ
Send us Fan MailIn this thrilling and candid conversation, Ricardo Karam meets Ghada Salame the first field correspondent at Télé Liban, who broke barriers and entered the world of security reporting, a field considered almost exclusively “male-dominated”.From accompanying the Lebanese Army on missions during the war, to covering the attempted assassination of Minister Marwan Hamade in 1984, to wi
#82 Munib Al-Masri: From Nablus to an Enduring Legacy I منيب المصري: من نابلس إلى إرث خالد
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam meets Munib Al-Masri, a man whose life story mirrors a century of Palestinian history.From his childhood in Nablus, where he first heard of the Balfour Declaration, to his youth spent studying geology and politics in the United States, and his return home determined to make knowledge and success serve identity rather than exile. Munib Al-Masri is
#81 Hiam Abou Chedid: Art, Media & Cultural Influence I هيام أبو شديد:الفن والإعلام والتأثير الثقافي
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Hiam Abou Chedid, the multifaceted artist, media personality, actress, and trainer who has dedicated her life to reinvention and breaking boundaries. From her early beginnings on stage to her successful career in television, and her powerful return to theater in “Maamoul”, Hiam reflects on the moments that shaped her life and caree
#80 Carmen Debbane: Turning Pain into Hope | كارمن دبّانة: الألم يتحوّل إلى أمل
Send us Fan MailIn this heartfelt and deeply human conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Carmen Chahine Debbane the woman who transformed her personal pain into a message that changed the face of specialized education in Lebanon.From the experience of a mother discovering that her child faced learning difficulties, an idea was born one that grew into a movement of love, knowledge, and dignity
#79 Maurice Sehnaoui: A Life of Leadership and Adventure I موريس صحناوي: حياة من القيادة والمغامرة
Send us Fan MailIn this captivating and surprising conversation, Ricardo Karam meets Maurice Sehnaoui a man who blends adventure with intellect, speed on the racetrack with precision in numbers, and a passion for life with the wisdom of experience.From a young man who loved challenges and car racing to a banker who led some of Lebanon’s most prominent financial institutions, from a Minister of Ene
#78 Fatma Al Shebani: Art that Builds Bridges | فاطمة الشيباني: الفن لبناء الجسور
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Fatma Al Shebani, a Qatari visual artist who broke social barriers to leave her mark on the art world.Fatma reflects on her early love for drawing and poetry, her unexpected journey into fine arts at Qatar University, and how art became her voice and identity. She shares her experience as an art consultant for several institutions, as w
#77 Mounir Maasri: From Lebanon to the World I منير معاصري: من لبنان إلى العالم
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Ricardo Karam sits down with Mounir Maasri, the distinguished Lebanese artist whose life has been devoted to theater, cinema, television, and creative expression in many forms. From his childhood in Aley to studying performing arts in the United States, Mounir shares a journey full of highs and lows, passion and challenges, and the defining moments that shaped
#76 From Kiel to Beirut: Andrée Sfeir-Semler’s Journey I من كيل إلى بيروت: رحلة أندريه صفيـر-زملر
Send us Fan MailIn this candid and engaging conversation, Ricardo Karam meets Andrée Sfeir-Semler, a pioneering gallerist whose influence has shaped the course of contemporary Arab art for four decades. From opening her first gallery in Kiel in 1985 to building a bridge between Hamburg and Beirut, she has given a platform to voices that might never have been heard.For the first time, Andrée looks
#75 Art & Silence: Ginane Makki Bacho’s Journey I الفنّ والصمت: جينان مكي باشو بين الحرب والذاكرة
Send us Fan MailIn a rare and deeply moving conversation, Ricardo Karam meets Ginane Makki Bacho, Lebanese artist and grieving mother, who speaks publicly for the first time since the loss of her son. After years of silence, she opens about war, exile, and memory, revealing how her art, often sculpted from bomb shrapnel, became her voice.This is more than an interview. It is a return, a reckoning,
#74 The Art of Storytelling: Sarah Chalabi’s Cultural Vision I فن السرد: رؤية سارة شلبي الثقافية
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Sarah Chalabi, a Lebanese/Iraqi journalist and publisher with over 20 years of experience in writing and cultural work, based between Beirut, Paris, Kuwait, and New York.Sarah talks about her upbringings, her identity and her belonging. She discusses founding Dongola Publishing, which focuses on artist books exploring cultural, social, and polit
#73 Breaking the Silence: Wadad Halawani’s Story I كسر الصمت: حكاية وداد حلواني
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets with Wadad Halawani, a civil activist who has dedicated her life to advocating for the rights of war victims and their families. Wadad shares the story of losing her husband Adnan who was kidnapped in 1982 and how this tragedy led her to establish the committee that unites the voices of women and families from diverse backgrounds to champion the
#72 Nada Boulos: A Legacy of Art & Auctioneering in Beirut I ندى بولس: إرث من الفن والمزادات في بيروت
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets with Nada Boulos, a pioneering auctioneer and expert in Middle Eastern art based in Beirut, Lebanon.Nada shares her unique journey from studying political science at the American University of Beirut and Université Paris II to pursuing art history at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London. She reflects on her formative apprenticeship with renowned
#71 Josyane Boulos: A Pillar of Lebanese Theater & Culture I جوزيان بولس: ركن المسرح والثقافة اللبنانية
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets with Josyane Boulos, a prominent Lebanese writer, actress, and theater director known for her profound contributions to theater and media in Lebanon.Josyane shares her artistic journey growing up in a creative environment as the daughter of the late journalist Jean Claude Boulos, and how this background influenced her career in theater and media
#70 Maria Hibri: A Creative Legacy Rooted in Beirut I ماريا هبري: إرث إبداعي متجذّر في بيروت
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets with Maria Hibri, Lebanese designer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Bokja, a renowned Beirut-based design studio known for merging traditional craftsmanship with contemporary expression.Maria takes us on a journey through her life in Beirut, where she was born, raised, and continues to draw deep creative inspiration. She speaks about her academ
#69 Dr. Karam Karam: A Legacy of Integrity and Service I الدكتور كرم كرم: رحلة من النزاهة والخدمة
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets with Dr. Karam Karam, Clinical Professor of Medicine at the American University of Beirut, former Minister of Health, and one of the leading figures in public health reform in Lebanon and the Arab world.Dr. Karam shares his journey from the southern Lebanese town of Al-Khyam, where his father was tragically assassinated to becoming a global advo
#68 Nehmeh Taouk: From the Cedars to the World I نعمة طوق: من بلاد الأرز إلى العالم
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Nehmeh Taouk, a man whose journey began in the modest surroundings of a simple village life among cows and sheep in Bsharri, northern Lebanon. From these humble origins, Taouk carved an extraordinary path.After early work at "Beit Al-Mustaqbal", a prominent Lebanese research center, he left Lebanon in 1988, driven by a relentless desir
#67 Salim Edde: Innovation & Heritage | سليم إده: ابتكار وإرث
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets with Salim Edde, the leading Lebanese businessman who succeeded in turning his dream into reality through his global company, "Murex." Born in Beirut, he is the son of former minister Michel Edde. Despite growing up in a political environment, Salim chose a path away from politics to build an economic empire in the world of software an
#66 Jean Boghossian: A Journey of Love, and Renewal I جان بوغوصيان: رحلة من الحب والتجدّد
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Jean Boghossian, the Belgian Lebanese artist of Armenian descent who transforms fire and smoke into a unique artistic language. Born in Aleppo in 1949 into a family of jewelers, his journey spans from private painting lessons in childhood to experimenting with abstract art and finding his signature medium—fire.Beyond art, Boghossian reflects on
#65 Raeda Taha: Between Struggle & Art, A Palestinian Voice I رائدة طه:بين النضال والفن، صوت فلسطيني
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets with Raeda Taha, a Palestinian director and writer who was born in Jerusalem and is the daughter of Palestinian activist Ali Taha.Raeda talks to us about the impact of the Palestinian struggle on her life and shares her journey between art and politics, having worked as a press secretary for President Yasser Arafat from 1987 to 1994.Raeda speaks
#64 Yasma Fuleihan: Legacy and Struggle for Lebanon I يسمى فليحان: الإرث والنضال من أجل لبنان
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Yasma Fuleihan, the widow of the late Lebanese MP and Minister of Economy and Trade, Bassel Fuleihan, who was the victim of February 14 bomb in 2005. After his death on April 18 of the year 2006, Yasma dedicated her life to preserving his legacy through her involvement in various social and developmental initiatives, as well as her work with the
#63 Alberto Maalouf: A Journey of Faith and Miracles I ألبرتو معلوف: رحلة إيمان ومعجزات
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Alberto Maalouf, the Son of God and emergency physician, who is also the president of the Notre Dame de la Lumière Association in both France and Lebanon. The association's mission is to evangelize the New Evangelization and assist the poor. Alberto travels around the world sharing his testimony of spiritual transformation, praying for the
#62 Ghada Aoun: Between anti-corruption & judicial controversy I غادة عون: قاضية بين مكافحة الفساد والجدل
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Ghada Aoun, a Lebanese judge who has been at the forefront of the judicial scene with her bold anti-corruption stances. Since her appointment as Mount Lebanon prosecutor in 2017 and till her retirement recently, she has had thorny legal confrontations against powerful figures, making her a symbol of justice for some and a subject of fie
#61 Serwan Baran: Art between struggle and freedom I سيروان باران: الفن بين الصراع والحرية
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Serwan Baran, an Iraqi Kurdish artist whose life has been a series of challenges and transformations, which are reflected in his work that embodies conflict, pain, and belonging.Born in Baghdad in 1968, he developed a passion for painting from a young age, which led him to study fine arts at Babylon University, where he graduated in 1992 as the
#60 May Mamarbachi: A Life Woven with Strength I مي معمارباشي: حياة تنسجها الروح الصلبة
Send us Fan MailSome people have an eye for beauty, and others have a soul that seeks it. May Mamarbachi has both. Born in Aleppo, she lived between Damascus, Beirut, London, and Paris, shaping a life that blends cultures, aesthetics, and a deep appreciation for art in all its forms. With an innate sense of style and a passion for creativity, she became a key figure in the worlds of art, interior
#59 Dr. Tony Tannoury: Innovating Spine Surgery I الدكتور طوني تنوري: مبتكر في جراحة العمود الفقري
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tony Tannoury, a man whose journey from humble beginnings to the forefront of spine surgery is nothing short of inspirational. Born into a modest family in Lebanon where his father drove a taxi and his mother, despite being illiterate, nurtured five brilliant children, Tony’s early life was marked by resilience and determination.Now based in Bo
#58 Dr. Lina Zaim Dada: A Legacy of Service and Empowerment I لينه الددا: إرث من العطاء والتمكين
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Lina Dada, a philanthropist, humanitarian, and social activist who has dedicated her life to serving others. Lina is the founder and president of Ajialouna Association, one of Lebanon’s largest charitable organizations, which focuses on supporting orphans, widows, healthcare, and education. A graduate in Oral Surgery and Dentistry from Cairo Uni
#57 Khattar Hadathi: Legacy, Loyalty & Lebanon’s History | خطار حدثي: الإرث، الوفاء، وتاريخ لبنان
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Khattar Hadathi, a man whose life has been deeply intertwined with Lebanon’s history, politics, and aviation industry.Born in Baskinta, Khattar grew up in a family rich in values and relationships, but his life took a turn when he lost his father at the age of eight.Despite this early loss, he inherited a vast network of friendships, most notabl
#56 Nayla Khayat: A Journey of Music,Theater, and StorytellingIرحلة في الموسيقى والمسرح وسرد القصص
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Nayla Khayat, a talented Lebanese artist and storyteller who has dedicated her career to inspiring children through music, theater, and nature. Nayla’s first poetic evening, titled "Shams Mutadida" (Multiple Suns), marked the beginning of her creative path, where her performance caught the attention of Sami Khayat who invited her to co
#55 Souad Amine: Embroidering Palestinian Identity I سعاد أمين: تطريز الهوية الفلسطينية
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam engages in a heartfelt conversation with Souad Amine, an artist and designer who has dedicated her life to preserving Palestinian heritage. With a deep passion for Palestinian embroidery, Souad uses her craft to shed light on the Palestinian cause, blending tradition with modernity to create unique and meaningful designs. Through her work, she highli
#54 Randa Nehme: Exploring Human Emotions through Sculpting I رندا نعمة: استكشاف المشاعر الإنسانية من خلال النحت
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Randa Nehme, a Lebanese sculptor known for her intricate and expressive works that explore human emotions and life experiences. Randa’s sculptures are known for their attention to detail, using a variety of materials such as bronze, marble, and wood. Often depicting the human form, her work reflects both the physical and emotional aspects of the
#53 Afaf Zurayk: The Endless Journey of Art I عفاف زريق: الرحلة اللامتناهية في عالم الفن
Send us Fan MailIn this podcast episode, Ricardo Karam meets the Lebanese multimedia artist and poet living and working in Beirut, Afaf Zurayk. Daughter of Constantin Zurayk, a prominent Syrian intellectual who was one of the first to pioneer and express the importance of Arab nationalism, Afaf studied Fine Arts at the American University of Beirut and continued her academic pursuit with a master
#52 Lea Jabre: Between Pain and Hope I ليا جبر: بين الألم والأمل
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the podcast, Ricardo Karam meets Lea Jabre, the French-Lebanese advocate who turned her battle with the rare "Stiff Person Syndrome" into a message of hope and inspiration. Lea, who began her career in journalism and politics and further joined Ricardo Karam himself, chose to dedicate her life to humanitarian work and raise awareness about rare diseases
#51 A Christmas Celebration with Ronza and Ricardo Karam - الميلاد مع رونزا وريكاردو كرم
Send us Fan MailOn Christmas Eve, Ricardo Karam meets a pioneering Lebanese artist who has left an indelible mark on the world of Lebanese music and theater: Ronza.Her real name is Aida Maroun Tomb, but she was given the name "Ronza" by the legendary poet Said Akl. A multi-talented individual, Ronza studied psychology at the Lebanese University and earned a diploma in classical Arabic si
#50 Hoda Chedid: Courage in Journalism & Battling Illness-هدى شديد: شجاعة الإعلام وعزيمة مواجهة المرض
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam sits down with Hoda Chedid, one of Lebanon’s most celebrated media figures, renowned for her fearless coverage of political and social events.With a distinguished career in journalism and television, Hoda became a household name for her bold reporting on Lebanon’s complex realities. Even while battling cancer and undergoing chemotherapy, her resilienc
#49 Yuri Mrakadi: A Multifaceted Artistic Journey - يوري مرقدي: رحلة فنية متعددة الأبعاد
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the podcast, Ricardo Karam sits down with Yuri Mrakadi, the Lebanese singer, actor, and director, whose career spans across music, film, and advertising. Born in Beirut in 1969, Yuri studied directing in London in 1995, before returning to Lebanon, where he spent eight years working as an advertising director, gaining extensive experience in production and creati
#48 Samir Alam: Pioneering Cardiology in Lebanon- سمير علم: ريادة في أمراض القلب في لبنان
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Dr. Samir Alam, one of Lebanon's leading cardiologists who has made a significant impact on the country's medical landscape. Dr. Alam graduated from the American University of Beirut, where he completed his medical studies and specialized in cardiology. He further enhanced his expertise through a fellowship at Columbia Presbyterian Hos
#47 Hana El-Hibri: Redefining Lebanon's Heritage - هنا الهبري: إعادة تعريف تراث لبنان
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Hana El-Hibri, a writer and bold explorer whose journey mirrors the rich cultural mosaic of Lebanon. Born in Alexandria in 1958, Hana grew up as the daughter of a Lebanese diplomat, living in various countries including Egypt, Italy, Australia, Ghana, and Algeria. Frustrated by the stereotypical view of Lebanon, she embarked on a mission to unve
#46 Maxime Chaya: Conquering peaks, poles and pushing human limits:ماكسيم شعيا: تسلق القمم وتخطي الحدود البشرية
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam engages with Maxime Chaya, Lebanon's foremost sportsman and adventurer. Born in Beirut in 1961, Maxime's early life was marked by the Lebanese Civil War, leading his family to seek refuge abroad. He pursued his education across Greece, France, Canada, and the United Kingdom, ultimately earning a Bachelor of Science with honors from the Londo
#45 Raymonde Angelopoulo: A Journey Through Lebanon’s Golden Era-ريموند أنجيلوبولو: رحلة عبر العصر الذهبي للبنان
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ricardo Karam meets Raymonde Angelopoulo, a beloved broadcaster from the golden era of Lebanese television. Starting in 1968 at Channel 9, she quickly rose to fame with her flawless French and captivating presence. Raymonde recalls her big break after winning a voice-over competition, which led to her iconic voice in French-language ads and shows like *Visa pour la
#44 Tarek Loubani: A Doctor’s Mission in Crisis Zones - طارق لوباني: مهمة طبيب في مناطق الأزمات
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore Dr. Tarek Loubani, a Canadian doctor of Palestinian descent who has dedicated his life to providing medical care in some of the world’s most challenging environments. Born in Nahr El Bared, raised in Kuwait, and later relocating with his family to Ontario, Tarek’s journey reflects an unwavering commitment. As the founder of the Glia Project, he has devel
#43 Dr. Ghassan Abu Sittah: A Surgeon on the Frontlines of Conflict -د. غسان أبو ستة: جرّاح في قلب الصراعات
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, Ricardo Karam speaks with Dr. Ghassan Abu Sitta, a Palestinian-British reconstructive surgeon and a pioneer in conflict medicine. Dr. Abu Sitta has dedicated his life to healing the wounded in some of the world’s most dangerous regions, including Syria, Iraq, Yemen, and Gaza. Now, amidst the catastrophic conditions in Gaza, where severe fuel shortages have
#42 Nuhad Yazbik Dumit: A Nursing Pioneer - نهاد يزبك ضومط: رائدة في مجال التمريض
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the podcast, Ricardo Karam engages with Nuhad Yazbik Dumit, a dedicated nursing professor and researcher at the American University of Beirut. Nuhad’s journey began in intensive care during the Lebanese war, where she faced significant challenges that shaped her resilience. Despite living through all the wars in Lebanon, she held her head high and served her comm
#41 Scarlett Haddad: Decoding Middle Eastern Politics-سكارليت حداد: فك شيفرة السياسة في الشرق الأوسط
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the podcast, Ricardo Karam engages with Scarlett Haddad, a prominent analyst for the French-language Lebanese newspaper L'Orient Le Jour, known for her deep expertise in internal Lebanese political affairs, as well as Syrian, Palestinian, and Iranian issues from a Lebanese perspective.Scarlett’s analysis, particularly on Hezbollah and the Arab-Israeli confli
#11 Ramzi Alamuddin: This is the Father of Amal Clooney I رمزي علم الدين: هذا والد أمل كلوني
Send us Fan Mailفي هذا البودكاست، يلتقي ريكاردو كرم رمزي علم الدين. رمزي ليس مجرد عضو في المجلس الوطني للسياحة في لبنان، وأمين صندوق سابق لجمعية خريجي الجامعة الأميركية في بيروت، وأستاذ جامعي سابق محترم، ولكنه أيضاً لاعب غولف متحمّس ورجل عائلة مخلص. تشمل إحدى قصصه الرائعة مشاركته العميقة في ألعاب القوى، ورحلته في الوقوع في حبّ الجامعة الأميركية في بيروت، وهي العلاقة التي بدأت في المركز الطبي في ال
