Today 'The Dish' takes you to Lebanon, where an economic crisis, political unrest, the 2020 Beirut explosion and not to mention COVID-19 have made their mark. It’s a nation in turmoil, and the compounding crises have hit students hard. Schools are struggling to bounce back, and political corruption continues to deplete trust in the education system.

Kate spoke with Suzy Monzer, who investigated just how troubled the situation is for Lebanon and its students.

Music attribution:

Title: New Direction

Creator: Kevin MacLeod

Source: Incompetech

License: CC BY 3.0

Title: Arabic Prayer

Creator: Serge Quadrado

Source: Jamendo

License: 993014

Title: Documentary

Creator: Akashic Records

Source: Jamendo

License: 993014

Title: Inspiring Background Documentary

Creator: DHD Music

Source: Jamendo

License: 993014