This episode is all about preserving the stories of those undergoing genocide in Gaza, Palestine.
It is about preserving the legacy of Dr. Refaat Alareer [9/23/79-12/6/23], and as a birthday gift to him.
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There is an old story of a native Canadian, who is living on their land when the French are occupying.
As they were approached audaciously by the conquerors, the Frenchman boldly exclaims: This is my land now!
To which the native simply replied: “If this is indeed your land, tell me your stories?”
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This past week, I’ve been knee-deep in trying to understand the life of Dr. Refaat Alareer. Alareer was born in Gaza City in 1979 during the Israeli occupation of the Gaza Strip, which he said had negatively influenced every move and decision he made.
He was a man passionate about preserving the art of storytelling as a vehicle for change, and an act of liberation against the occupation of the Zionist regime.
In Nov 2023, he was martyred by an Israeli airstrike.
This podcast episode is about his life and the message that he dedicated his entire life in trying to uphold.
When you dive in with me, you’ll leave in awe at the power of the word, the grace with which, when applied - has the capacity to change the world.
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