Breaking Pita With Zee
In Breaking Pita With Zee, host Zahra Huber talks about her personal experiences growing up in the United States as an Arab-American Muslim woman. She also brings on guests to discuss current events involving Muslims or Arab Americans, as well as other topics such as dating, immigrant family traditions, food and the similarities between different cultures.
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In this episode, Zahra sits down with Palestinian activist, professor and comedian Amer Zahr for an honest conversation about the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. Together, they trace the history that shaped the region, unpack the narratives often left out of mainstream discussions, and reflect on the human impact of decades of tension. Amer brings both personal perspective and historical insight, offe...
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In this episode of Breaking Pita with Zee, host Zahra Huber sits down with Krystal Cope, a proud Jamaican, to explore the surprising similarities between the Arab and Jamaican cultures. From spirit-filled traditions to family-first values, they dive deep into the connections that make their worlds feel so familiar.
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Let’s talk about it - all of it. In this episode, host Zahra Huber sits with Lilly Ismail to dive deep into sex, marriage expectations, and divorce. Nothing’s off the table as they get real about the choices, challenges, and cultural conversations that shaped their upbringing and continue to influence their relationships today.
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In this episode, host Zahra Huber sits down with Ghassan Zeineddine, author of Dearborn, to discuss what inspired him to write about the city, how he selected each short story’s themes, and the process behind crafting his unforgettable characters.
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In this powerful episode of Breaking Pita with Zee, Zahra sits down with Omar Zahran to unpack what it was like being Arab in New York and in America during the aftermath of 9/11. From heightened stereotypes and discrimination to navigating identity and belonging, they dive deep into the personal stories, cultural challenges, and resilience of the Arab American community.
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"A Stranger in My Skin" explores what it means to belong everywhere and nowhere at once. In this episode, host Zahra Huber sits down with her sister, Rabab Alrayes, to talk about growing up Iraqi, raised in America – and the identity crisis that comes with balancing cultures, expectations, and the search for self.
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In this solo episode, host Zahra Huber gives a little more insight into how reputation/people's opinions in the Arab community really played a major role in her life's biggest decisions -- such as taking the hijab off. Learn how she has overcome (mostly) that constant worry about what other people think.
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The ideal body image in America is usually affected by media and society...but in the Arab culture, that pressure tends to come from parents, siblings and other family members who can be extremely blunt. In this episode, body positive dietician Samantha Barash talks about how that bluntness in the culture creates a negative environment and mindset for youth, which can stick with them their entire li...
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Creator of "Yes, I'm Hot in This", Huda Fahmy, says serious issues and experiences inspired her to start and create her comics. In this episode, Huda explains that she uses her art to display how how universal people's everyday problems, worries, and joys actually are.
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You've seen it on social media: The eviction of Palestinian families from their homes. The death and injuries of hundreds of Palestinians in Israeli airstrikes and attacks. In this special episode, host Zahra Huber is joined by Imad Refai, a young man who lives in the West Bank, in Palestine, to talk about the most recent developments as well as what it's like to live in a country that see...
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Why is it that when Arab-Americans are involved in mass shootings, it's called terrorism? But when it's a white man, he has mental health issues? Host Zahra Huber is joined by Nadia Bryant as the two talk about the verbiage around mass shootings and attacks that draw different pictures depending on the skin color and ethnicity of the shooter.
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Author and body-positive activist Leah V joins host Zahra Huber to talk about her love-hate relationship with religion, weight and mental health, and where how she's come to find her voice and be comfortable with who she is.
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In this episode, host Zahra Huber and guest Shayma Ghaleb discuss the new hijab ban in France -- how frustrating and disappointing it is for Muslims all around the world.
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Hady Farhat has come a long way since he first started following his dream of being a male Arab makeup artist in the Dearborn community. In this episode, Hady discusses his struggles, the secrets, and the backlash he received throughout his journey.
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What makes Dearborn, Dearborn? Home to the most concentrated Arab population outside of the Middle East, there are a number of things that stand out that make the city amazing and also a little... unique.
Host Zahra Huber is joined by her friend Sasha to list all the "Dearborn Things" that make us laugh, roll our eyes, shake our head, and also appreciate and love this city.
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In this final episode of season 2, host Zahra Huber along with guests Neda Mohiedeen and Nadia Bryant, answer 20 questions that were submitted by followers on social media. Questions include: "Do you shower with your hijab" and "Are all Arabs Muslim?" Learn more about things you may have always wondered in "20 Questions With an Arab."
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Meet Maya Hussein from London, Ontario. She's became a huge TikTok and Instagram personality through her funny videos imitating funny Arab traditions. She also posts videos that spotlight some of the differences between Arab and non-Arabs.
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In this episode, Zahra is joined by Nadia Bryant and the two have a fun conversation about what it's like to date outside the Arab culture. The challenges, reactions from others, and of course the positive side to it.
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Anthony Bryant, who is Mexican/Caucasian, married into a Lebanese family. In this episode, Anthony discusses a few traditions he was surprised by and had to get used to, plus some of the challenges that came along with it. He also talks about many of the similarities between the Arab and Mexican culture.
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Masterchef contestant and baker Amanda Saab joins host Zahra Huber to talk about the one thing that unites us all -- FOOD -- specifically Arabic food! The two also discuss Amanda's journey into the baking/cooking world. Make sure not to listen on an empty stomach!
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