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The Promised LandWhen Hatred Turns DeadlyIn this poignant episode of The Promised Land podcast, research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, Mariam Wahba shares her deeply personal reflections on the tragic murder of her friend, Yaron Lischinsky, and Sarah Milgram, murdered by an anti-Israel fanatic in Washington, DC. Mariam recounts her shock at learning of their deaths, an event that seemed inevitable in the face of rising anti-Semitic and anti-American sentiment. As she navigates the complexities of grief and loss, she also underscores the urgent need for the West to confront the reality of globalized anti-Semitism, a growing threat that extends far...2025-06-1337 min
FDD Events PodcastFDD Morning Brief | feat. Mariam Wahba (May 21)EGYPT, CHINA, AND THE HORN OF AFRICAHEADLINE 1: The Israeli cabinet approved plans to build a security barrier along Israel’s border with Jordan.HEADLINE 2: Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas is traveling to Lebanon this week. And the corrupt alta cocker might actually notch a legitimate win.HEADLINE 3: The U.S. State Department announced a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the disruption of Hezbollah financial networks.--FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with FDD Research An...2025-05-2123 min
The BulletinMiddle Eastern Martyrdom with Mariam WahbaThe Bulletin welcomes Mariam Wahba for a conversation with Mike Cosper about Coptic Christian martyrdom in the modern world.Find us on YouTube.Mike Cosper sits down with Mariam Wahba, research analyst and Coptic Christian, at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies for a sobering, sacred conversation about the 21 Christians martyred on a beach in Libya in 2015 and how their memory can shape both global politics and our everyday lives.GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN:
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FDD Events PodcastFDD Morning Brief | feat. Samuel Tadros (Jan. 15)FDD Research Analyst Mariam Wahba fills in for Jon Schanzer on the FDD Morning Brief. She delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Middle East scholar and author Samuel Tadros. The pair will be traveling west of Israel to analyze the latest news relating to Egypt.Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief2025-01-1522 min
The Greek CurrentIs Turkey outplaying Egypt and the US in the Horn of Africa?For many, it seems Turkey’s Erdogan is coming out as the big winner in Syria. But looking beyond the Middle East, it seems Ankara is also emerging as a winner in another arena - in the Horn of Africa. Its recent role in mediating a deal between Ethiopia and Somalia demonstrates Ankara’s growing assertiveness on the world stage, and is a clear message to Egypt and even Washington. Mariam Wahba, a research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins Thanos Davelis to break down whether Turkey has outplayed Egypt and the US in the Horn of A...2024-12-2008 min
FDD Events PodcastFDD Morning Brief | feat. Mariam Wahba (Sep. 6)FDD Senior Vice President Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with FDD Research Analyst Mariam Wahba.Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief/2024-09-0623 min
Christian Emergency Podcast85. Coptic Christians in Egypt Attacked Again—for Wanting a Church? – with Mariam WahbaIn April 2024, a fresh wave of attacks against the Coptic Christians of Minya Province, Egypt erupted. Why did Muslim mobs attack their homes, destroy their businesses and even contaminate their water supply? Well you see, there were rumors these Christians wanted to build themselves a church. Yep. That was enough to set things off.
Not only did the Muslim mobs give full vent to their fury by attacking the Christian villages, but police on the scene stood by and did nothing. Local governments and security services had even been warned ahead of time that troubles were likely...2024-05-2023 min
Americanish: Daughters of DiasporaSaturday People, Sunday People, and the Fight Against ExtremismAdela and Mariam come together in this special episode of Americanish to discuss the aftermath of Hamas's October 7th attack, highlighting Mariam's voice as a Coptic Christian and Adela's experience as a Jew on campus. When GenZ celebrates Osama Bin Laden and sympathizes with Nazis, it becomes clear this fight is not about Israel, it is about fundemental societal values.
2023-11-3035 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaTwo Different Identities: Art with ManasiCome along as South Asian artist and teacher, Manasi Arya shares her life story, the inspiration behind her art, and her favorite cultural superstitions.
Adela and Manasi talk favorite foods… what she calls, “Indian Nachos”… and so much more in this final episode of Hyphenated, Season One! Listen and share with a friend.
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2023-08-2928 min
In the Middle: A Podcast on Christianity in the Middle EastEpisode #6 - Copts & The Suffering of the SaintsRichard sits down with Dr. Samuel Tadros of the Hudson Institute and Mariam Wahba of The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (formerly of the Philos Project). They discussed the history, legacy, and trials of Egypt’s Coptic Christians.2023-08-0134 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaThai Food, Social Media, and 3rd Culture KidsMusician, writer, and designer Nikki Kessari was born in Hong Kong, and lived in Thailand, the U.S., and London before she moved to Bangkok.
In episode four, Nikki shares her journey in creating and producing music, stepping away from social media, and coming from a hyphenated background.
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2023-07-1838 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaAn Amazigh Woman: rooted in the values of AmericaJoin Adela in conversation with Chama Mechtaly, an entrepreneur, visual artist, and so much more, who shares with us her North African roots and her journey to study in the United States. Mechtaly's multicultural background gives her unique insight into the world around her.
Follow Chama on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/millennialmoor/
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2023-07-0447 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaMost Mexicans move to Texas or Los AngelesWelcome to episode two of Hyphenated, where we are joined by the incredibly talented Bryan Torresdey. Torresdey is comedian, writer, and director. Prepare to be captivated as he shares about his family history, growing up on a ranch in Texas, and the inspiration he drew from his own parents to write a script.
Connect with Bryan:
Migrants Web Series: https://youtu.be/Ue_EajNlqm4
Find him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/btdjokes/?hl=en
2023-06-2050 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaNational Anthems & Moroccan WeddingsJoin us for the premiere episode of Hyphenated, an Americanish Podcast, with special guest, Nicole Raviv. Nicole, a multi-talent, shares her experiences of being born in Canada and growing up in a Moroccan-Romanian-Jewish household. With a unique perspective shaped by her multicultural background, Nicole’s passion for music first led her to singing the National Anthem in the NHL which opened the door for her to travel across the globe, celebrating her own background while championing the values of pluralism.
Connect with Nicole:
Learn more about the Narrow Bridge Project: https://jnf-wjc.us.launchpad6.com/na...2023-06-1335 min
In Good FaithEp. 150 Homeland, Holocaust, and Humanity with Americanish and Asher AshkenaziSteve discusses homeland, holocaust, and humanity in the first half of the show with Americanish podcast hosts Adela Cojab & Mariam Wahba, learning about their experiences finding friendship with each other. Both women are from the Middle East: Mariam is a Coptic Christian and Adela a Syrian Jew; both are working to foreground faith in America.
In the second half of the show, Steve chats with his dear friend Asker Ashkenazi, who discusses the Israeli high school tradition of a field trip to Auschwitz. When these field trips were canceled during the global COVID-19 shutdowns, Asher made sure to take his...2023-05-0752 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaWe’re Breaking Up!We're breaking up...
Sort of! We are excited to announce we are creating MORE content for you. Mariam and Adela will be debuing a new Americanish format in the new season(s) launching this summer. We are also excited to announce we are looking for a THIRD member to join our growing talent team!
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2023-04-0438 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaTim from Ohio
She's beauty, she's grace, ...and she's bilingual!
Mariam & Adela discuss growing up speaking two languages, what language they dream in, and the advantages and challenges of bilingualism.
In this episode, you will learn about the advantages and challenges of being bilingual from first-generation immigrants and how it affects identity and cultural practices.
2023-03-2849 min
SchmuckboysLove and Lawsuits ft. Adela CojabMarla and Libby are back this week with a B-I-G announcement! Their good friend (and your former co-host) has reached a major milestone in her relationship! With engagement season in full swing, the Schmuckgirls discuss what conversations couple's should be having before popping the question. and what not to ask couples attending engagement parties. The girls then give their Purim recaps and discuss why people's actions don't always line up with their words. Libby and Marla give their dating updates and discuss the topic of being a serial dater.The Schmuckgirls then welcome the amazing co-host of...2023-03-221h 18Americanish: Daughters of DiasporaHow to Talk to GodJoin Mariam and Adela as they explore God's love for us and His creation. What does it mean to love and be loved unconditionally? Is talking to God the same thing as prayer? From their unique backgrounds as a Coptic Christian and a Jew, the daughters of diaspora discuss how to talk to God.
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Twitter - ww.twi...2023-03-2135 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaFood & Faith: Our relationship to food influenced by religion and traditionFood is tied to faith (as well as something both Mariam and Adela are passionate about!) and passed down by tradition through many generations. From Coptic fasts to kosher restaurants, we explore our relationship with food through the lens of our respective faiths.
2023-03-1447 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaAsbury Revival & the Religion of Gen ZThe small town of Wilmore, Kentucky saw a spontaneous burst of religious passion, now called "the Asbury Revival."
Mariam and Adela discuss the revival, Gen Z anxiety, and post-covid depression. Do these things have an impact on religion for the younger Generation? These questions and more on this week's episode!
2023-03-0740 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEarthquakes, Syria, & the Arab SpringOn Feb. 6th, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake ripped through Turkey and Syria. Unlike Turkey, a relatively modernized country, Syria is divided by a nearly twelve-year civil war. We cannot discuss the effect of the earthquake without first understanding the history and geopolitics of the region.
Joining us is guest Hadeel Oueis, a writer and news analyst focusing on US foreign policies for the Middle East. She analyzes US foreign affairs for BBC Arabic, Deutsche Welle Arabic, AlHurrah, and other major Arabic networks.
2023-02-2841 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaAre we ready for a Female President?Nikki Haley just announced her run for President of the United States, but she isn't the first female to run for the office. Adela and Mariam break down the history and patterns of women in leadership, including a brief history of female leadership in their respective home countries.
2023-02-2126 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaThe truth about Valentine’s Day (do soulmates exist?)In this Valentine's special, we are discussing all things LOVE. From the historical roots of Valentine's Day, dating apps, to striving for unconditional love, you won't want to miss this episode!
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2023-02-1451 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaAI Lawyers, Soldiers, and ArtistsThis week on Americanish, Mariam and Adela talk about all things AI, including Y2K staple "ChatBot", Lensa, and the brand new ChatGBT. Can robots be lawyers and artists? How will AI effect diplomacy and foreign policy? These questions and more on this week's episode.
2023-02-0737 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaZara Turtlenecks, Baileys, and the Israeli Consul GeneralThe daughters of diaspora are back for season three! In this season premiere, Mariam and Adela reset the table, tell their meet-cute story, and so much more!
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2023-01-3142 min
The Deep MapChristmas in Armenia: Genocide & Geopolitics (Armen Sahakyan)“Armenia is not even a colony, it is not even worthy of being a servant.” That’s the president of Azerbaijan, Armenia’s Turkish Muslim neighbor, telling the world in 2015 how he really feels about the Christian nation on his western border. Today, as this episode goes live, Azerbaijan is besieging 120,000 Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh as part of a long-term plan to eradicate Armenians from the region. For Armenians, this long-term plan goes back to the Turkish Muslim genocide of a century ago. In this episode, Robert and his colleague Mariam Wahba talk with Armen Sahakyan about that genocide and its conn...2022-12-191h 03The Deep MapChristmas in Armenia: Return from Exile (Lara Setrakian)The oldest Christian nation in the world is about to celebrate the birth of Jesus amid growing tensions with its Muslim-majority neighbor, Azerbaijan. How Armenia – a tiny country of 3 million people sandwiched between Azerbaijan, Turkey, Georgia, Russia, and Iran – can survive the chaos of regional politics is unclear. In this episode, Robert and his Philos Project colleague Mariam Wahba sit down with Lara Setrakian, an award-winning Armenian-American journalist, to understand why Armenia matters, what it stands for, and why she moved her family back in these troubled times. Lara Setrakian is the co-founder and CEO of News...2022-12-121h 00Americanish: Daughters of DiasporaNets and YoohooMariam and Adela break down Kanye's recent comments, the dangers of using 'zionist' and 'jew' interchangeably, Mizrahi history month, and the Coptic Christian advent season.
2022-12-0631 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaCorrupting the GameMariam and Adela are joined by law student, former professional classical musician, and soccer expert David Davani. Together, they break down the controversy around Qatar, the world cup, and western media coverage.
2022-11-2930 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaSwifties Destroy MonopoliesAdela and Mariam recap Adela's Birthday shenanigans, what it means to have an American-ish thanksgiving, and the Taylor Swift Ticketmaster fiasco.
2022-11-2227 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaThe Rich Will Not Save UsMariam and Adela break down the Elon Musk Twitter fiasco, freedom of speech, and the best kind of hors d'oeuvres.
2022-11-1538 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaDon’t Vote for DemocracyMariam and Adela break down Biden's Democracy speech, what factors go into deciding who to vote for, and how protect our precious democracy.
2022-11-0829 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaUncovering HijabMariam and Adela discuss their most recent viral tiktok clip regarding hijab and how it fits into what is happening in Iran
2022-11-0130 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaIs Yeezus a Jew?Mariam and Adela break down some of Kanye's comments, why antisemitism is so dangerous, and how to combat it. They also discuss the controversy behind the Hasidic School controversy and the religious freedom questions it raises.
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The Biblical MindMoving from Egypt to the U.S. as a Coptic Christian (Mariam Wahba)Dru interviews Mariam Wahba, a Coptic Christian born in Egypt who immigrated to the U.S. as a child. They discuss the multiple facets of her identity and experience, including how being a Coptic Christian shaped everything from her interactions with Muslim Egyptians to how she now celebrates holidays in the U.S. She also describes some of the distinctives of Coptic Christianity, in contrast with Western Christianity, and explores the tension between cultural assimilation and retaining one's native identity as an immigrant.
Mariam Wahba is the Associate Directory of Advocacy at the Philos Project. A graduate...2022-10-2138 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaHow to Pick a Religion ft. AlexxMediaAlexxMedia joins Mariam and Adela to talk halfy's, the best pizza in New York, weirdos in Israel, and who REALLY built the pyramids.
2022-10-1641 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaI saw Jesus on AcidBible Brianda joins Mariam and Adela to talk heartbreak, Jesus, and fashionnova dresses.
2022-10-0941 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaFasting Will Change Your LifeMariam and Adela talk Jewish holidays and upcoming Coptic Christian Holidays. In conversation, they discover how powerful the act of fasting is and how it transcends religion.
2022-09-2513 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaThey do WHAT in Egypt?!Adela and Mariam attempt to demystify Egypt-- talking about Egyptian cities, culture, and Moon Knight.
2022-09-1811 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaBullets in the knee | AmericanishMariam and Adela share grandma stories.
2022-09-1110 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEveryone Needs a Day Off | AmericanishMariam Wahba and Adela Cojab talk about Shabbat, how it manifests in different faith and religions, and how its being embraced by the modern world.
2022-08-2122 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaWhat is an Arab? | AmericanishAdela and Mariam respond to a listeners comments regarding Arab Jews.
2022-08-1506 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEp 15: Health is WealthAdela Cojab details her journey through weight loss, PCOS, and Type 2 Diabetes.
2022-08-0706 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEp 14: Listen to this BEFORE you go to law schoolMariam and Adela get together to talk all things law school and advocacy work!
2022-08-0117 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 13: Montessori is NOT white people sh*t ft. WeezySocial media personality, Studio owner, and TV host Weezy stops by for the season premiere of American-ish: Daughters of Diaspora. Weezy, Mariam, and Adela breakdown racist stereotypes, accent matching, the making of WTF Media studios, and how Montessori is NOT white people shit.
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Crossing FaithsIRF Summit 2022: Mariam WahbaJohn Pinna visited the 2022 International Religious Freedom summit in Washington DC, where he interviewed Mariam Wahba. Mariam is the Associate Director of Advocacy with the Philos Project. Mariam graduated from Fordham University with a BA in Middle East studies, Arabic, and Jewish studies. While she currently resides in NYC, Mariam was born in Menya, Egypt. Previously, she was the Policy Intern at In Defense of Christians, a Hertog Political Science Fellow, and a Tikvah Fund Journalism Fellow. Her interests include Middle East Foreign Policy, Religious Freedom and Plurality, and Israeli-Arab relations.
Support this podcast via Patreon.2022-07-2120 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 12: Do Over Again featuring Chloe ValdaryIn the season finale of American-ish: Daughters of Diaspora, Mariam Wahba and Adela Cojab are joined by Chloé Simone Valdary. Valdary is an American writer and entrepreneur whose company, Theory of Enchantment, teaches social and emotional learning in schools. Wahba, Cojab, and Valdary chat about their experiences growing up, religion, racism, Middle Eastern experiences, and much more!
2022-05-1038 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 11.5: SuperstitionsIn this episode, Mariam and Adela walk through some of their families' superstitions. Hey, better safe than sorry, am I right?
2022-05-0407 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 11: Syrian Jewish DatingOn this episode, Adela breaks down dating in the Syrian Jewish community.
2022-04-2507 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 10 - Passover and Coptic EasterBitter herbs or salty fermented fish? As Passover and Easter approach, Mariam and Adela discuss each other's religious traditions.
2022-04-2516 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 9: Rainbow of PassportsIn this Episode of American-ish: Daughters of Diaspora, Mariam & Adela talk about what its like carrying different passports, student visas, and living in America as an almost-American.
2022-04-1107 min
Good Faith EffortMariam Wahba and Adela Cojab - Daughters of Diaspora Ep. 68An Orthodox Jewish rabbi, a Coptic Christian from Egypt, and a Syrian-Lebanese Jew from Mexico City walk into a bar… On this episode Ari talks to the hosts of his new favorite podcast “American-ish”, a show bringing together first-generation immigrant women from two very different (yet strikingly similar!) Middle Eastern communities to discuss culture, love, religion, politics…and everything in between.In a wide-ranging conversation, Ari, Adela, and Mariam cover what Middle Eastern culture has to teach America; what Adela and Mariam have been most surprised to learn about each other; how their appreciation for each other’s communit...2022-04-0543 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaAmerican-ish: Episode 8 - What About Whataboutism?In this episode, Mariam and Adela discuss Whataboutism and the way it’s used to belittle important causes that deserve to be discussed. If you’ve heard terms like coatailing, cause-squashing, and intersectionality, this episode is for you.
2022-04-0408 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 7: Found in TranslationIn this episode, Mariam & Adela talk about speaking English as a second language. For many people, learning english is a part of the American experience. For Adela, it was through a speech therapist. For Mariam, it was through ESL in NYC Public Schools.
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Americanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 6: I Wake Up and Watch Zelensky ft. Yaroslava ZaitsevaIn this interview with Yaroslava, she shares with us what her family and friends have been experiencing in Ukraine these last few weeks, her thoughts on social media’s role in the war, and why every American should care about what happens to Ukrainians. She also tells us about how President Zelenskyy’s leadership has been so important to her and her friends on the ground.
2022-03-3009 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 5: Purim and Jewish TraditionIn this episode, Mariam asks Adela quick-fire questions about the Jewish holiday of Purim-- from costumes to triangle-shaped cookies.
2022-03-3006 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 4: Modesty and EmpowermentIn the fourth episode of Americanish, Adela and Mariam dive into different manifestations of modesty, from Sniut in the Jewish community to Hijab in Middle Eastern Countries. Tune in for more!
2022-03-3009 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 3: Defeating HatredIn this episode, Adela speaks about her experiences at NYU that led to her decision to file a Title VI lawsuit against NYU for failing to protect Jewish students from discrimination. Her lawsuit helped prompt the executive order to include Jews under Title VI protections of the Civil Rights Act.
2022-03-3027 minAmericanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 2: A Different Kind of ChristianDid you know Coptic Christians get a tattoo at only nine months old? In this episode, learn all about Mariam, Coptic Christians, life in Egypt, and growing up as a modern woman from an ancient faith.
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Americanish: Daughters of DiasporaEpisode 1: Welcome to AmericaAmerican-ish: Daughters of Diaspora is a NEW digital talk show hosted by Adela Cojab and Mariam Wahba.
Cojab and Wahba come from very different walks of life, yet have a lot in common. One is a Sephardic Jew and the other is Egyptian Coptic Christian. They break down how they are learning to navigate life as first generation immigrants and modern women of ancient faiths. Join them as untangle love, faith, religion, culture, and everything else.
2022-03-2127 min
Foreign Policy ProvCastEpisode #75 | A Conversation with the "Daughters of Diaspora" (Mariam Wahba And Adela Cojab)In this episode, Mariam Wahba and Adela Cojab talk about their new show "American-ish: Daughters of Diaspora", which covers the topics of faith, culture, religion, and more. Wahba is a Coptic Christian who was born in Menya, Egypt, and Cojab is a Syrian-Lebanese Jew born in Mexico City. They both now live in New York City.
While talking with Mark Melton, Cojab and Wahba explain how the show started, how their families came to America, and how they adjusted to living here. They also address the meaning of cultural heritage, their views of national identity, interactions with different parts of...2022-03-0723 min