The derkas can’t agree on Cardi B riding a camel and they draw a line in the sand when it comes to cultural exchange: Homage or Appropriation?
Much like hummus, the spreading of culture isn’t a homogenous recipe.

The derkas can’t agree on Cardi B riding a camel and they draw a line in the sand when it comes to cultural exchange: Homage or Appropriation? Much like hummus, the spreading of culture isn’t a homogenous recipe.

Cultural Derkafication

“Derka” is a stereotypical Arabic word used in lieu of actual Arabic dialogue. On District Derkas, hosts Sama’a Al-Hamdani and Lilia Okalina demystify commonly misunderstood aspects of Middle Eastern culture and create a space for open dialog aimed to teach, inspire and entertain. D

This show records and broadcasts LIVE on Full Service Radio from the lobby of the LINE DC in Adams Morgan, Washington DC.

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“Derka” is a stereotypical Arabic word used in lieu of actual Arabic dialogue. On District Derkas, hosts Sama’a Al-Hamdani and Lilia Okalina demystify commonly misunderstood aspects of Middle Eastern culture and create a space for open dialog aimed to teach, inspire and entertain. D This show records and broadcasts LIVE on Full Service Radio from the lobby of the LINE DC in Adams Morgan, Washington DC.

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Cultural Derkafication

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