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Zain Battla PodcastZain Battla Podcast #20: Mohamad ZororMohamad Zoror is a Lebanese-American from Syr el Daniyeh, Lebanon, who relocated to the United States at four and grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina. During high school, he gained prominence on Vine, earning recognition from celebrities such as Rob Dyrdek and Cardi B, along with features from BuzzFeed and Muslim. In college, he played an active role in Baladna, a distinguished Dabke group.Two years ago, he moved to Chicago and founded Al Sham Dabke, an initiative focused on teaching Dabke to people from all backgrounds. Mohamad aims to expand Al Sham Dabke nationwide, with the vision of...
2026-01-1355 min
Zain Battla Podcast#19 - Danyah DahbourDanyah Dahbour is a Palestinian-American activist based in Raleigh,NC. Danyah largely focuses her activism on Palestinian liberation and plays a key role in organizing local protests, providing commentary on social media and speaking in front of Raleigh City Council during public comments. Her most notable speech in front of Raleigh City Council went viral on multiple platforms and has since continued to use her voice to amplify the Palestinian cause and inspire others to not stay silent.
Recorded on Jun 01, 2024.
2024-10-0859 min
Zain Battla Podcast#18 - Abdullah BahourAbdullah is a Palestinian-American based in Los Angeles with a passion for medical technology. Currently he leads the development and testing of the world's first Magnetic Total artificial heart device with expertise in medical device design, regulation, and commercialization. Recorded on Mar 30, 2024.
2024-08-0951 min
Zain Battla Podcast#17 - Mohammad AlshaikhMohammad Alshaikh is the Youth Director of Mecca Center in Willowbrook, IL. As Youth Director, Mohammad provides spiritual and organizational leadership as well as development and mentorship through Mecca MVMT's youth programs. Mohammad received his credentials in Advanced Islamic Sciences and Quranic Arabic from both the Qalam Alimiyyah Program and Bayyinah Institute.
Recorded on Mar 17, 2024.
2024-04-0531 min
Zain Battla Podcast#16 - Omar DahbourOmar Dahbour is the owner of RDU Auto Sales, a Raleigh based car dealership that prides itself on high-quality, pre-owned vehicles at the best price. Omar has been in the auto industry for 15+ years and grew up with a great passion for cars, specializing in sports cars and high performance vehicles. In his spare time Omar enjoys researching financials in the stock market and traveling to attend different car shows.
Recorded on Feb 25, 2024.
2024-03-2239 min
Zain Battla Podcast#15 - Qasim RashidQasim Rashid is a candidate for US Congress (IL11) on a fully people-funded campaign. In addition to seeking the Democratic nomination, Qasim is a notable human rights lawyer, author and speaker. Qasim would be the first Pakistani-American Congressman and runs on a progressive platform with a focus on economic, social and climate justice for all. As a resident of Naperville, IL, Qasim is happily married to his wife Ayesha of nearly 17 years and together they have 3 children attending Naperville public schools.
Recorded on Feb 21, 2024.
2024-03-0842 min
Zain Battla Podcast#14 - Pervez AgwanPervez Agwan is a candidate for US Congress (TX07) running to represent the most diverse congressional district in Texas on a fully people-funded campaign. Pervez would be Texas's first Asian-American Congressman and runs on a progressive platform with a strong focus on ending corruption in US politics. With "Green New Hou" as his campaign slogan, Pervez is fighting for a just, equitable, & sustainable Houston.
Recorded on Feb 12, 2024.
2024-02-2324 min
Zain Battla Podcast#13 Yazid SulimanYazid Suliman is a Palestinian-American comedian based in Chicago and is a cofounder of Terminal 5 Comedy. He is most notable for his stand-up comedy shows, skits on TikTok and starring in the Award Winning short film “Maqluba”. Watch Yazid perform in Houston (Feb 24) and Dallas (Feb 25) as he will be joining Terminal 5 cofounder Rami Abushhab’s tour titled “Let’s Talk About It”.
Recorded on Feb 3, 2024.
2024-02-1648 min
Zain Battla Podcast#12 - Marium KonsouhMarium is an environmental tech professional based in Chicago. She studied Environmental Science with a concentration in Smart Cities at UNC Chapel Hill. She has served as a consultant and researcher for academic, commercial and governmental entities focusing on climate change impact and EHS&S software implementation. Her fields of interest include sustainability, water compliance and climate resilience.
Recorded on Feb 3, 2024.
2024-02-0955 min
Zain Battla Podcast#11 - Farhan MominFarhan Momin is a Chicago based dentist and a Partner at Chicago Dental 312. At the core of his practice, he aims to provide high quality and ethical dental services and seeks to help patients with dental anxiety. Farhan is also an avid chef and was most notably a contestant on Season 9 of MasterChef and has been featured in Bon Appétit and Food and Wine Magazine.
Recorded on Jan 25, 2024.
2024-02-021h 07
Zain Battla Podcast#10 - Kinza KhanKinza Khan has been an attorney for nine years working to advocate for low-income victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. She has practiced in family law, immigration law, and civil rights cases. She was born and raised in Chicago, and is the daughter of immigrants. She also conducts informative presentations and workshops through Heart to Grow for South Asian and Muslim American communities. She teaches legal writing at DePaul Law, and does photography on the side.
Recorded on Jan 12, 2024.
2024-01-2747 min
Zain Battla Podcast#9 - Mohanad AlhamsMohanad Alhams is an aviation management expert in Chicago. He is a co-founder of Shark Valuation, a referral only consulting company focused on strategy and valuation. He serves as an advisor on personal finance for a development program in Chicago.
Recorded on Jan 6, 2024.
2024-01-121h 07
Zain Battla Podcast#8 - Munira AbdullahiMunira Abdullahi is the first Somali-American and Muslim woman elected as an Ohio State Representative, representing OH-D9 in the 135th Ohio General Assembly. Although raised in Columbus, Munira came to the US as a child refugee which was the initial spark for her to devote her life to non-profit work and public service. Additionally, Munira has worked as the MAS Columbus Youth Director since 2012 with a focus in promoting youth development, leadership, and community service. In her free time Munira enjoys weightlifting, martial arts, reading, and soccer.
Recorded on Dec 28, 2023.
2024-01-041h 03
Zain Battla Podcast#7 - Wesam ShahedWesam Shahed is a first-generation Palestinian-American from Chicago, Illinois. He serves as a Policy Advisor - Assistant State’s Attorney at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO), the second-largest prosecutor’s office in the US. Wesam has not only been recognized as one of the most promising young talents in the CCSAO, but he has also been internationally recognized in the Arab American Foundation’s “30 Under 30.” Wesam recently gave a TEDx Talk on criminal justice reform titled "Does Justice Always Require a Conviction?" discussing misconceptions about prosecutors and what alternative prosecution methods need to be focused on.
2023-12-271h 07
Zain Battla Podcast#6 - Khalid AhmedKhalid Ahmed is a Sudanese American living in Chicago, Illinois. Born in Khartoum Sudan, Khalid has split most of his life between living in the US and Middle East. Having moved a bit as a kid, Khalid has attended 10 different schools and has had the opportunity to meet people from many walks of life. During the day, Khalid works as a chemical engineer. He is a self-proclaimed “elite FIFA player” and enjoys cooking when he has the time.
Recorded on Dec 15, 2023.
2023-12-271h 03
Zain Battla Podcast#5 - Sahar Sheikh-AhmadSahar Sheikh-Ahmad is a Palestinian-American Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, entrepreneur, and artist living in Chicago. She is passionate about autonomy in the working world and business ownership. Sahar has launched her own business ventures including Advanced Veterinary Care and Consulting and Studio Salam. She hopes to use her experience as inspiration for minorities to launch and grow their passions into fruitful endeavors.
Recorded on Dec 8, 2023.
2023-12-2658 min
Zain Battla Podcast#4 - Jihad EsmailJihad is a Palestinian American technologist based in Chicago. While in college, he started and sold a YouTube growth agency, and now works with various startups exploring the future of media and blockchain. Jihad is a self-proclaimed #1 Drake stan.
Recorded on Dec 02, 2023.
2023-12-101h 11
Zain Battla Podcast#3 - Mohamed Al-HendyMohamed Al-Hendy is a commercial litigator in Houston with an AmLaw100 law firm; he likes to consider himself a real life Mike Ross. Before becoming an attorney, Mohamed was a teacher with Teach for America and a White House Intern during the Obama Administration. Mohamed has also previously worked as a sportswriter for Bleacher Report, and remains a huge sports fan, particularly of soccer and basketball.
Recorded on Nov 25, 2023
2023-11-3057 min
Zain Battla Podcast#2 - Waleed NaserWaleed Naser is a Palestinian American lawyer, based in Chicago. His law practice focuses mainly on vindicating Immigrant rights in federal court. Lately he has been working on a lot of Palestinian immigration related issues. On his free time he enjoys spending time with his wife and friends, and salmon fishing in Chicago, although he has failed to catch a single one in two years.
Recorded on Nov 17, 2023.
2023-11-2252 min
Zain Battla Podcast#1 - Ahmad SaadAhmad Saad is an Egyptian-American writer based in Chicago. He’s the author of “The Mourning” a daily newsletter focusing on the ongoing decline of the western empire and the role that capitalism plays in our collective delusion. He’s an avid soccer fan, a proud labor organizer, and an outdoor enthusiast.
Recorded on Nov 7, 2023.
2023-11-1457 min