The Beirut Banyan

Voices from the Square, Part 35 with Elia Haber for The Beirut Banyan, bringing conversations directly from Martyrs Square.

Elia speaks with Myrna Boulos Jaquin, 54-year old professional trainer living in France.

Myrna returned to Lebanon to participate in the ongoing demonstrations now in their fourth month, and shares her hopes for protestors' abilities to translate their demands into political reform.

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A special episode marking six years since my father's assassination, and a century of history in Martyrs Square.

In pain and prosperity, through triumph and tragedy.

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Voices from the Square, Part 34 with Elia Haber for The Beirut Banyan, bringing conversations directly from Martyrs Square.

Elia's final episode for the year. She follows up with Ramzi Shemaa from Part 11, reflecting on the nomination of a new prime minister and the revolt now in its third month.

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We're joined by Kareem Sakka for Episode 98 of The Beirut Banyan, and we discuss the role of independent media from the Arab Spring to the ongoing October 17 revolt.

Kareem shares his thoughts on independent media's capabilities when it comes to storytelling and narrative, especially during times of immense political and economic change for the region over the past decade.

Kareem is the publisher for Raseef22. Their website is below:

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We're joined by Najwa Sahmarani for Episode 97 of The Beirut Banyan, and we discuss entrepreneurship in Tripoli, startup initiatives, youth engagement and the city's dedication to the uprising now in its third month.

Najwa Sahmarani is the co-founder and director of programs at Tripoli Entrepreneurs Club. Check out their website by clicking below:

https://www.tripolientrepreneurs.org

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Voices from the Square, Part 33 with Elia Haber for The Beirut Banyan, bringing conversations directly from Martyrs Square.

Elia follows up on Part 6 by speaking with Selim Mawad, recapping the revolt now in its 62nd day.

Selim reflects on his earlier statements at the start of the uprising, the political progress made by protestors, and the reluctance of the governing class to cede more authority. He shares his thoughts on expectations from a transitional government, and actions that should be taken by protestors if basic expectations are not met.

Selim is a painter and human rights activist.

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Voices from the Square, Part 32 with Elia Haber for The Beirut Banyan, bringing conversations directly from Martyrs Square.

Elia speaks to Aurore Ghmeid - 29-year old online consignment store owner.

Aurore shares her thoughts on small business ownership and the general economic decline prior to the revolution, and how recent demonstrations are impacting employment. She also offers perspective on the need to keep the protests peaceful, and avoid violence despite recent provocations.

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We're joined by George Azar for Episode 94 of The Beirut Banyan, and we discuss photography, photojournalism and Lebanon's recent history shared through imagery and collective memory.

George Azar is the Photojournalist-In-Residence at the American University of Beirut. His photographs have appeared in The New York Times and The Economist, and his film and documentaries have been featured in Al Jazeera and Vice News. George's career during the civil war was the subject of a CBS-News feature 'Beirut Photographer', and he was profiled in BBC's 'Firing Line'.

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We're joined by Marie-Jose Daoud for Episode 93 of The Beirut Banyan, and we discuss traditional reporting, alternative media, reliable sources and the role of women during the ongoing revolt.

Marie-Jose Daoud is a co-founder of Labneh & Facts, blending storytelling with reporting and focusing on the human and emotional side often lacking in traditional outlets. She reflects on the power of social media and emphasizes fact-checking while reporting and the importance of verifying fact from fiction.

Marie-Jose holds a Masters degree in journalism from the Columbia Journalism School.

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Voices from the Square, Part 31 with Elia Haber for The Beirut Banyan, bringing conversations directly from Martyrs Square.

Elia speaks to Gilles Samaha - 41-year old architect.

Gilles shares his perspectives on the protest so far, and placing the current revolt in its historic context. He reflects on the demonstrators' potential to 'construct for the future' on an individual, communal and leadership level. He also talks about 'leaderless protests' and the natural progression of leadership over time.

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