Raghad Al-Abboodi: Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women in Tech with She Codes
In this episode of Roots & Narratives, hosts Rida Alwan and Hawra Milani welcome the inspiring Raghad Al-Abboodi, who shares her remarkable journey from growing up in Babylon to pursuing a career in ...
25 Aug 20251h 9min
Zahra Shah: Journey of Innovation and Identity: From London to Iraq
In this episode, we welcome Zahra, the founder of Iraqi Innovators, a media company dedicated to tech and startup news in Iraq. Zahra shares her passion for promoting Iraq's development and changing m...
11 Aug 202551min
Emily Garthwaite: Exploring Iraq: A Journey Through Culture and Resilience
In this heartfelt episode of Roots & Narratives, hosts Rida Alwan and Naba Al Madani welcome photographer and artist Emily Garthwaite, who shares her profound experiences in Iraq. The episode opens wi...
28 Juli 20251h 31min
Mugdad Alkhateeb's: Navigating Challenges: Story of Overcoming Adversity in a New Land
In this episode, hosts Rida Alwan and Naba Al Madani welcome their friend Mugdad Alkhateeb, who shares his inspiring journey from a non-educational background to becoming a university head lecturer. T...
14 Juli 20251h 13min
Dr Rabbie Hanna: Cultural Shifts and Medical Challenges: An Iraqi Oncologist's Perspective
In this episode, hosts Rida Alwan and Naba Al Madani welcome Dr Rabbie Hanna, a Chaldean Iraqi oncologist and head of robotics, who has flown in to participate in an upcoming medical conference. The d...
30 Juni 20251h 11min
Hashim Ali: From West London to the Championship: Journey in Physiotherapy
In this episode, hosts Rida Alwan and Naba Al Madani welcome sit down with Hashim Ali, a talented physiotherapist from Hull Football Club. Hashim shares his inspiring journey from growing up in West L...
16 Juni 20251h 12min
Hassan Abdulrazzak: Navigating Two Worlds: Life as a Scientist and Playwright
In this episode, hosts Rida Alwan and Naba Al Madani welcome Hassan Abdulrazzak’s, a multifaceted individual whose journey spans the globe. Born in Prague to Iraqi parents, Hassan shares his unique up...
2 Juni 20251h 3min
Samantha Ellis: From Recipes to Identity: The Culinary Heritage of Iraqi Jews
In this episode, hosts Rida Alwan and Naba Al Madani welcome author and scriptwriter Samantha Elias to discuss her new book focused on Judeo-Arabic. Samantha shares her experiences as a second-generat...
19 Maj 20251h 8min
