The Arinality

In this episode, Arina reflects on celebrating Ramadan and Hari Raya with her family while trying to embrace kesederhanaan - the Malay value of living simply and moderately. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

In this episode, Arina talks about why she had to learn to stop absorbing other people’s emotions and stop carrying feelings that weren’t even hers. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

In this episode, Arina reflects on a recent Moroccan iftar that made her look at her own culture differently - traditions around hospitality and respect to the subtle lessons passed down by grandmothers.This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

In this episode, Arina reflects on seeing 80 new Malaysian students arrive in Dunedin and how it reminded her of her own first year in 2017. She shares what she would do differently if she were new in the city again! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

In this episode, Arina reflects on how to know when it’s actually time to change your life - without the dramatic “quit everything and disappear”. Spot signs you’re stuck in survival mode, take stable steps to protect your wellbeing. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

In this episode, Arina reflects on the special month of Ramadan - and how it's not just about fasting - it's a detox of our spiritual, emotional and physical being. Also for those curious - some ways you can support a Muslim friend during Ramadan! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

In this episode, Malak Tamimi reflects on growing up Palestinian in Aotearoa, from trying to shrink parts of her identity to proudly embracing her faith, culture, and hijab. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

In this episode, Malak Tamimi reflects on growing up between Aotearoa New Zealand and Palestine, reconnecting with her homeland, and what everyday life looks like under occupation for her family. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

In this episode, Arina reflects on the social media trend of posting photos from 2016 and how our bodies remember what our minds don't. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

Arina reflects on her last experience being honest to a friend about cancelling plans. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz