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 District Derkas talk significant moments in their lives when they were viewed as a token. Journalist Adam Baron joins the conversation to shed some insight on the romanticism of the Middle East.

The Derkas feel it's time for someone of their kind to take over Hollywood, but first they examine Hollywood's role in exaggerating stereotypes to their disadvantage.

This week on District Derkas, our hosts discuss a "viral" Saudi trap artist breaking taboos and the unfortunate cultural missteps on Sex & The City 2.

This week on District Derkas, Karl Sharro joins the show as a guest to discuss the relationship between Donald and Middle Eastern dictators.

“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.