Qatar in Quotes Podcast

Our final guest is Christina Atat, the first female drag racer in the MENA region. She began her career at the age of 14 with the help of her father, Mostafa Atat, a veteran drag racer. Although drag racing is an uncommon sport among women in the MENA region, Christina plans to change that. Tune in to find out more about Christina, and how she fights against sexism in the local drag racing community, all in hopes to inspire a generation of female drag racers.

Follow this episode’s guest, Christina Atat on Instagram @christinaatat.

Episode Credits

Producer and Host: Ria Sayadi

Sound Editor: Kayan Khraisheh

Sound Designer: Dalal Garai, Samson Mwenda

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

Our guest this episode is Joanah Montiano, a contemporary ballet teacher at IAID in Qatar. Born and raised in the Philippines, Joanah came across dance when she was seven-year-old. At 13, she began assisting her dance teacher and by 15 taught her first dance class. In this episode, she narrates her journey with dance, her struggles, and her joys of teaching. Tune in to hear from Joanah and learn more about the world of dance and what it means to her.

Follow this episode’s guest, Joanah Montiano on Instagram @joanag.millete.

Episode Credits

Producer and Host: Natasha Das

Sound Editor: Samson Mwenda

Sound Designer: Dalal Garai

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

This episode we are joined by Shikha Chauhan, a multi-talented woman. Shikha is a teacher at the MES Indian school in Qatar, a gymnast, and a dancer. She was one of the top 100 contenders on Dance India Dance, a widely popular dance show in India in which thousands of people participate. Tune in to this episode to hear about Shikha’s journey through dance, and learn about how she incorporates gymnastics, dancing and teaching into her daily life.

Check out Shikha’s YouTube channel: Lifestyle of Shikha.

Episode Credits

Producer and Host: Kayan Khraisheh

Sound Editor and Sound Designer: Syed Ali Ahsan

Sound Recordist: Kayan Khraisheh, Samson Mwenda

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

Our guest for this episode is Hissa G. Al Mannai, a successful Qatar-based filmmaker. Hissa gives us a vivid recount of her struggles growing up with undiagnosed eyesight disorder. Amidst this turbulence she narrates how she has made a name for herself in the filmmaking industry a journey she started while in high school. Her journey encapsulates the virtues of perseverance and dedication to work. Hissa hopes to keep making more films beyond Qatar borders and to inspire younger upcoming filmmakers in Qatar.

Follow this episode’s guest, Hissa G. Al Mannai on Instagram @hgalmannai.

Episode Credits

Producer and Host: Ria Sayadi and Thani Al Thani

Sound Editor: Samson Mwenda

Sound Designer: Dalal Garai, Syed Ali Ahsan

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

Our guest this episode is Jose Saucedo, director of Doha Environmental Actions Project, also known as DEAP. DEAP is a volunteering organization that has arranged over 185 beach cleanups, with the admirable goal of fighting against plastic pollution and educating Qatar’s citizens on the importance of preserving the environment. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the many initiatives DEAP has undertaken, the impressive milestones they have hit, and how you can help - even if you can’t attend a cleanup!

Check out DEAP on Facebook @deapqatar and Instagram @deap_qatar.

Episode Credits

Producer and Host: Kayan Khraisheh

Sound Editor: Kayan Khraisheh

Sound Recordist and Sound Designer: Dalal Garai

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

This episode, our guest is Ijaz Ahmed from Soghaat Bakery and Sweets - a traditional Pakistani bakery. More than three years ago, Ijaz had trouble finding Pakistani cuisine and desserts during his short trips to Qatar. And so, he set out to establish his own restaurant with authenticity and tradition at its core. Today, Ijaz and his team serve the local South Asian community at two different branches under the Soghaat banner. Tune in to hear from Ijaz and to learn more about his journey with Soghaat Bakery and Sweets.

Follow Soghaat Bakery and Sweets on Facebook @soghaatdoha and Instagram @soghaatdoha.

Episode Credits

Producer and Host: Natasha Das, Syed Ali Ahsan

Sound Editor and Sound Designer: Syed Ali Ahsan

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

This episode’s guest is Amal Al-Muftah, an NUQ Alumna who discovered her talent for filmmaking prior to joining NUQ. Amal has been going on her solo adventurous endeavors and working on projects that hold immense significance to her. Tune in to this episode to learn more about her journey as a Qatari filmmaker.

Episode Credits

Producer: Dalal Garai

Host: Ria Sayadi

Sound Editor: Samson Mwenda

Sound Designer: Kayan Khraisheh

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

In this episode, we meet James Hewitt and Donja El Gendy, a married couple who established a foster-based group called BarkinQ in 2016, with the goal of helping and supporting stray dogs in need in Qatar. James and Donja take us through BarkinQ's journey, explaining how a small-scale puppy event grew into an international rescue operation. The time, money and energy James and Donja have dedicated to this mission is endlessly inspiring, but they can't do it alone. Tune in to this episode to find out how you can help.

Check out BarkinQ on Facebook @barkinQ.

Episode Credits

Producer: Kayan Khraisheh

Host: Kayan Khraisheh, Dalal Garai

Sound Recordist and Sound Editor: Kayan Khraisheh

Sound Recordist and Sound Designer: Dalal Garai

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

Qatar in Quotes' second guest is Shahryar Rana, a medical student from Weill Cornell in Qatar. Rana shares with us his touching story of having and recovering from cancer in high school. While painful, he also demonstrates how “battling” and “surviving” cancer is not what it is made out to be; a lot of the time recovery doesn't mean fighting off diseases in a militaristic sense, but rather watching TV and just waiting. His story is one of hope. Now as a medical student, Rana hopes to become a pediatric oncologist and treat similar cases.

Follow this episode's guest, Shahryar Rana on Instagram @shahryarrana96.

Episode Credits

Producer and Host: Natasha Das

Sound Editor: Kayan Khraisheh, Syed Ali Ahsan

Sound Designer: Syed Ali Ahsan

Sound Recordist: Natasha Das

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Marketing Photographer: Kim Makhlouf

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Professor Spencer Striker

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes

So many of the people living here in Qatar have bizarre, intriguing, heartwarming stories. Join us on our journey to explore Qatar's diversity and multiculturalism. Tune in and listen to the fascinating stories that the people of Qatar have to share.

Qatar in Quotes' first guest is Erick Kirimi, a Kenyan security guard at Georgetown University in Qatar who developed a career in Art since coming to Doha. Kirimi’s story is far from perfectly heartwarming, as the courageous and inspiring young man takes us on a strenuous journey that began in the streets of Kenya, and eventually led him to Qatar. As Kirimi hopes to expand his passion for art to a full-time job, he is also set on inspiring migrant workers to believe in their dreams as well: “we have a life after our uniform.”

Follow this episode's guest, Erick Kirimi, on Instagram @erickkirimim and @artmeruu.

Episode Credits

Producer and Host: Kim Makhlouf

Sound Recordist and Editor: Kayan Khraisheh

Sound Recordist and Sound Designer: Dalal Garai

Project Manager: Arya Mainali

Marketing Photographer: Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez

Artwork: Farah AlSharif, Regina Hossfeldt Gonzalez, Ria Sayadi

Executive Producer: Spencer Striker, PhD

Music and Sound Design: Courtesy of Epidemic Music

About the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

The newly launched Qatar in Quotes podcast features the stories of a diverse range of people living in Qatar. It is produced by Northwestern University in Qatar students in a class called Digital Podcast Production, designed and taught by Digital Media Design Professor, Spencer Striker, PhD.

If you have an interesting story to tell and want to featured on an episode, please contact us via our social media channels.

Official Website and Social Media Links for the Qatar in Quotes Podcast

https://www.qatarpodcasts.com/qatar-in-quotes

https://www.facebook.com/qatarinquotes

https://www.instagram.com/qatarinquotes

https://twitter.com/qatarinquotes