The Secret to Lebanon's Resiliency (Nada Raphael Interview)
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SHOW DESCRIPTION
Today on the show: Part 2 of our conversation with Nada Raphael, a journalist, storyteller, and traveler based in Beirut, who, together with her partner Joelle Sfeir has co-founded Tourleb, a socially responsible tour operator that aims to promote local, women-owned and family operated businesses while changing the narrative about Lebanon.
This is Part 2 of our two-part episode. Watch Part 1 here: • Dispelling the Myths of Traveling to Leban...
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TIMESTAMPS
00:10 The origins of Lebanon's joie de vivre, creativity, and resilience
05:02 How is Beirut doing after the blast of 2020
14:54 Why making plans in Lebanon is impossible
15:53 Must-see experiences for a first-time traveler to Lebanon
17:52 Nada's love-hate relationship with Lebanon
19:49 Why Nada loves Tripoli
22:52 Walking the Lebanon Mountain Trail
25:31 Exploring Lebanon through dishes like kibbeh and freekeh
27:00 Women traveling solo in Lebanon
28:31 The legendary wines and arak of Lebanon
31:07 Can we all still get along?
FEATURED ON THE SHOW
📘 Nada's book, Hyphen Islam Christianity: https://www.amazon.com/Hyphen-Christi...
📕 Joe Sacco's Gaza comic book: https://www.npr.org/2024/01/18/122500...
📢 Wanderful's Lebanon chapter announcement: / c7pilf7ojv8
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