The Podcast
Sakaa (سكعة): a podcast about the hangout spot we all know too well — the kind that shapes us without us even realizing.
Ep. 22
with imad kehdy
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with stand-up comedian and reinsurance manager Imad Kehdy. We talked about the balance between two very different worlds, comedy and corporate life, what it means to build something on the side, and what’s next when you’re figuring things out as you go. A conversation about choices, timing, and navigating uncertainty.
Ep. 20
with JADE
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Jade, a DJ, producer, and entrepreneur pioneer. We talk about his journey in building a career in music, the reality behind the scenes, and what it takes to stay consistent in an ever-evolving industry. A conversation about passion, discipline, and creating your own path. This episode was taped before the ongoing war.
Ep. 21
with amina hussein
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with content creator, social media manager, and stand-up comedian Amina Hussein. We talked about everything… and nothing. From social media chaos to stand-up, random thoughts, and the kind of conversations that somehow make no sense and all the sense at the same time.
Ep. 01
Behind the Scenes of Creative Chaos
In this first episode of #Sakaa, we get real about what it’s actually like behind the scenes: from writing, testing, bombing, editing, and performing to the chaos of creative work and the messy middle of life. Feel free to watch, share or just hit the link to up the views 😂.
Ep. 02
The Hanafiyeh Theory
In the second episode of #Sakaa, we sat down to talk about failure. Instead, we spent half the time talking about plumbing. So yeah, Episode 2 is basically life advice + pipes?!
Ep. 03
with Fouad Yammine
In the third episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Fouad Yammine, Lebanese actor, writer, and musician known for his blend of humor, storytelling, and social reflection on stage and screen.
Ep. 04
with Osama AlYahya
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Osama Al Yahya, co-founder of Comedy Pod. Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Comedy Pod creates spaces where laughter brings people together.
Ep. 05
with Issam Bou Khaled
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Issam Bou Khaled, actor, director, and playwright whose work continues to shape the Lebanese theater and television scene.
Ep. 06
with Zeina Daccache
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Zeina Daccache, actress, director, and drama therapist whose groundbreaking work inside prisons and on stage has transformed Lebanese theatre and given voice to stories often left unheard.
Ep. 07
with Faraj Suleiman
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Faraj Suleiman, Palestinian composer and pianist known for blending Arabic melodies with jazz, classical, and contemporary influences. His work bridges East and West, turning the piano into a storyteller of identity, exile, and freedom.
Ep. 08
with Zouz
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Zouz, a Kuwait comedian with big presence. What starts as light, humorous encounter quickly turns into a reflection of companionship, projection, and the strange comfort we find in unexpected places.
Ep. 09
with Faia Younan
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Faia Younan, the voice that has carried nostalgia, longing, and hope across a whole generation.
Ep. 10
with John and Raffi
In this episode of #Sakaa, we’re not sitting with a guest. We’re sitting with the year itself.
Ep. 11
with Fadi El Khatib
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Fadi El Khatib, the legendary Lebanese basketball icon whose discipline, resilience, and hunger for excellence shaped generations on and off the court.
Ep. 12
with Ghaliaa Chaker
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Ghaliaa, one of the most fearless voices in the Arab alternative music scene. An artist who turned vulnerability, rebellion, and raw emotion into a language that resonates far beyond the stage.
Ep. 13
with Nathaly Aukar
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Nathaly Aukar, one of the sharpest and most self-aware voices in Lebanese stand-up comedy today.
Ep. 14
with Mohammad Dayekh
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Mohammad Dayekh, the Lebanese cinematographer and writer behind Marhaba Dawle. We dig into the story behind the series, why it resonated with so many people, and how the success of Marhaba Dawle changed life for Mohammad and the team. We also talk about writing, growth, and where he wants to take his work next.
Ep. 15
with Nour Hajjar
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sit down with Nour Hajjar, a Lebanese stand-up comedian. We dive into the story behind his comedy, what inspires his work, where he loves performing, and the realities of the comedy scene in Lebanon today.
Ep. 16
with Tara Khattar
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with chef Tara Khattar, who came all the way from New York to Beirut. We talk about how her career in food started, the path that led her to become a chef, and the experiences that shaped her along the way. A conversation about growth, persistence, and finding your place between cities and kitchens.
Ep. 17
with Sharief Homsi
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with stand-up comedian and STYRIA founder Sherif Homsi. We talk about how he started Styria, how the past year reshaped life and comedy in Syria, and what his journey taught him about resilience, adaptation, and creating space for laughter during times of change. A conversation about rebuilding, perspective, and the role of comedy when everything around you shifts.
Ep. 18
with Malki Mardinali
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with stand-up comedian and Styria co-founder Malki Mardinali. We talk about what Styria is, how it started, and how the collective continues to grow despite everything happening in Syria. Malki shares where they see Styria in the next five years, the role comedy plays in bringing people together, and what it takes to build something meaningful during uncertain times.
Ep. 19
with Maha jaafar
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Maha Jaafar, a content creator, comedian, and dentist. We talk about how her journey started, the balance between her different worlds, and what it means to connect with people through humor. A conversation about purpose, identity, and the feeling of making someone laugh.
Ep. 22
with imad kehdy
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with stand-up comedian and reinsurance manager Imad Kehdy. We talked about the balance between two very different worlds, comedy and corporate life, what it means to build something on the side, and what’s next when you’re figuring things out as you go. A conversation about choices, timing, and navigating uncertainty.
Ep. 23
with Anthony touma
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Lebanese-French singer and entrepreneur Anthony Touma. We talked about his journey, the highs and lows of building a career in music, and the creative process behind finding your voice, staying consistent, and evolving as an artist. From personal turning points to what it really takes to keep creating, this was an honest conversation about passion, identity, and the work behind the art.
Ep. 24
with walid mansour
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Walid Mansour, venture capital investor and Co-CEO of MEVP. We talked about entrepreneurship, building businesses, and what it really takes to scale ideas into companies. From investing in startups to understanding what makes a founder stand out, this conversation dives into the mindset behind business growth, risk-taking, and long-term vision.
Ep. 25
with BIN SWELAH
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Bin Swelah, Emirati comedian and content creator. We talked about comedy, growing up in the UAE, cultural differences, and how humor changes from one audience to another. From creating content to performing on stage, this conversation explores identity, storytelling, and the moments behind the laughs.
Ep. 26
with Miled Rahal
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Miled Rahal, content creator and digital storyteller. We talked about content creation, how it all started, and the evolution of building content in a constantly changing digital world. We also explored the rise of AI, how it’s changing the creative process, and the balance between technology and human creativity. A conversation about beginnings, creativity, adapting to change, and where content might be heading next.
Ep. 20
with JADE
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Jade, a DJ, producer, and entrepreneur pioneer. We talk about his journey in building a career in music, the reality behind the scenes, and what it takes to stay consistent in an ever-evolving industry. A conversation about passion, discipline, and creating your own path. This episode was taped before the ongoing war.
Ep. 21
with amina hussein
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with content creator, social media manager, and stand-up comedian Amina Hussein. We talked about everything… and nothing. From social media chaos to stand-up, random thoughts, and the kind of conversations that somehow make no sense and all the sense at the same time.
Ep. 01
Behind the Scenes of Creative Chaos
In this first episode of #Sakaa, we get real about what it’s actually like behind the scenes: from writing, testing, bombing, editing, and performing to the chaos of creative work and the messy middle of life. Feel free to watch, share or just hit the link to up the views 😂.
Ep. 02
The Hanafiyeh Theory
In the second episode of #Sakaa, we sat down to talk about failure. Instead, we spent half the time talking about plumbing. So yeah, Episode 2 is basically life advice + pipes?!
Ep. 03
with Fouad Yammine
In the third episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Fouad Yammine, Lebanese actor, writer, and musician known for his blend of humor, storytelling, and social reflection on stage and screen.
Ep. 04
with Osama AlYahya
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Osama Al Yahya, co-founder of Comedy Pod. Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Comedy Pod creates spaces where laughter brings people together.
Ep. 05
with Issam Bou Khaled
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Issam Bou Khaled, actor, director, and playwright whose work continues to shape the Lebanese theater and television scene.
Ep. 06
with Zeina Daccache
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Zeina Daccache, actress, director, and drama therapist whose groundbreaking work inside prisons and on stage has transformed Lebanese theatre and given voice to stories often left unheard.
Ep. 07
with Faraj Suleiman
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Faraj Suleiman, Palestinian composer and pianist known for blending Arabic melodies with jazz, classical, and contemporary influences. His work bridges East and West, turning the piano into a storyteller of identity, exile, and freedom.
Ep. 08
with Zouz
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Zouz, a Kuwait comedian with big presence. What starts as light, humorous encounter quickly turns into a reflection of companionship, projection, and the strange comfort we find in unexpected places.
Ep. 09
with Faia Younan
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Faia Younan, the voice that has carried nostalgia, longing, and hope across a whole generation.
Ep. 10
with John and Raffi
In this episode of #Sakaa, we’re not sitting with a guest. We’re sitting with the year itself.
Ep. 11
with Fadi El Khatib
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Fadi El Khatib, the legendary Lebanese basketball icon whose discipline, resilience, and hunger for excellence shaped generations on and off the court.
Ep. 12
with Ghaliaa Chaker
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Ghaliaa, one of the most fearless voices in the Arab alternative music scene. An artist who turned vulnerability, rebellion, and raw emotion into a language that resonates far beyond the stage.
Ep. 13
with Nathaly Aukar
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Nathaly Aukar, one of the sharpest and most self-aware voices in Lebanese stand-up comedy today.
Ep. 14
with Mohammad Dayekh
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Mohammad Dayekh, the Lebanese cinematographer and writer behind Marhaba Dawle. We dig into the story behind the series, why it resonated with so many people, and how the success of Marhaba Dawle changed life for Mohammad and the team. We also talk about writing, growth, and where he wants to take his work next.
Ep. 15
with Nour Hajjar
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sit down with Nour Hajjar, a Lebanese stand-up comedian. We dive into the story behind his comedy, what inspires his work, where he loves performing, and the realities of the comedy scene in Lebanon today.
Ep. 16
with Tara Khattar
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with chef Tara Khattar, who came all the way from New York to Beirut. We talk about how her career in food started, the path that led her to become a chef, and the experiences that shaped her along the way. A conversation about growth, persistence, and finding your place between cities and kitchens.
Ep. 17
with Sharief Homsi
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with stand-up comedian and STYRIA founder Sherif Homsi. We talk about how he started Styria, how the past year reshaped life and comedy in Syria, and what his journey taught him about resilience, adaptation, and creating space for laughter during times of change. A conversation about rebuilding, perspective, and the role of comedy when everything around you shifts.
Ep. 18
with Malki Mardinali
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with stand-up comedian and Styria co-founder Malki Mardinali. We talk about what Styria is, how it started, and how the collective continues to grow despite everything happening in Syria. Malki shares where they see Styria in the next five years, the role comedy plays in bringing people together, and what it takes to build something meaningful during uncertain times.
Ep. 19
with Maha jaafar
In this episode of #Sakaa, we sat down with Maha Jaafar, a content creator, comedian, and dentist. We talk about how her journey started, the balance between her different worlds, and what it means to connect with people through humor. A conversation about purpose, identity, and the feeling of making someone laugh.