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The Samovar Network
Hosted by Thesamovarnetwork.com · EN
The Samovar Network (TSN) is a space for Afghan-Americans to discuss the issues facing our community
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Afghans For Mamdani: Building Power in NYC
Oct 15Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dawoud and Nura sit down with Hajera Siddiq from Afghans for Mamdani to talk about the upcoming NYC mayoral election and why so many Afghans are getting involved in local politics. Hajera shares how she first got connected with Afghans for Mamdani, what inspired her to organize, and what Zohran Mamdani’s campaign is really about.The conversation dives into how community organizing actually works, what it means to see representation in politics, and how anyone can plug in and make a difference. Whether you’re new to civic engagement or just curious about how to get involved, this one’s a great listen.Tune in to hear stories, laughs, and real talk about building power and showing up for the future of New York City.
Transcribe →2024 Year In Review TSN Edition
Jan 3, 2025Tap to summarizePour yourself some chai and settle in, because TSN is spilling tea in our Year in Review episode! Join us for a pop-up podcast, where we roast ourselves (and the world), shout out our favorite moments, and dish on what we’re most looking forward to. Your teacup (and your curiosity) will thank you. ☕🎙️
Transcribe →Islamophobia
Jan 20, 2024Tap to summarizeIn this episode Dawoud sits down with Dr. Ali Olomi and Dr. Nura Sediqe to discuss Islamophobia in today’s current climate.
Transcribe →Do It For The Culture
Jan 17, 2023Tap to summarizeFresh from TSN’s 2023 retreat in Southern California, TSN cohosts Diz, Nura, and Ghizal reflect on blending cultural traditions, celebrating American holidays, and preserving language. Join us for our first episode of the year as TSN revamps and plays with new forms of media.
Transcribe →Nowruz-New Us
Mar 28, 2022Tap to summarizeNew Year, new look TSN! Nura, Weiss and Sultana sit down in a new format, tackling various topics ranging from TSN's absence, the fall of Afghanistan and the current refugee crisis. Each go through their own personal reflections over the chaotic few months and experiences with survivor's guilt and shame. They also speed round through various topics such from Nowruz to Kanye. As always, thanks for tuning in!
Transcribe →Afghan-American Artist Spotlight: Mahroof Sharif
Mar 17, 2021Tap to summarizeSusan and Weiss sit down with talented Afghan-American keyboardist Mahroof Sharif to learn more about what led him down his path, his thoughts on the evolution of Afghan music, and forming his identity as an Afghan-American musical artist. Finally, we’ll see how Mahroof does in the ever challenging trivia.
Transcribe →Motherland Reports: Covid in Afghanistan
Jan 27, 2021Tap to summarizeSusan and Weiss sit down with journalist Ali Latifi to discuss current updates in Afghanistan including: the COVID-19 pandemic, the rise of violence, and Afghans’ thoughts on the US presidential election. Finally, Weiss puts Ali through the ringer in trivia. Tune in to see how Ali does!
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Afghan-Americans and the Arts
Nov 20, 2020Tap to summarizeTSN co-hosts Ghizal and Weiss collaborate with the Afghan American Artists and Writers Association to discuss art's role in the diaspora. Tune in as we engage in conversations about what it means to be an "Afghan American" artist, and what these identities means to each artist. We will also talk about how each person has navigated being a working artist in both the western "art world" and the Afghan community, and how their identities have informed both their practice and help shape their overall worldview.
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Afghan American Playbook: Superstitions
Oct 27, 2020Tap to summarizeSpooky season is upon us, and we are talking about some of our favorite Afghan superstitions. Hena and Weiss are joined by Sabrina Barekzai, who created a zine appropriately called 'Afghan Superstitions.' Which superstitions did we hold onto most as kids? Where do they come from? Most importantly, how does Sabrina do in trivia? Tune in to find out
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Afghan American Playbook: Talking to your Parents
Sep 28, 2020Tap to summarizeJoin TSN in the continuation of the Afghan-American Playbook, which focuses on the different ways Afghans in the U.S. navigate cultural rituals & traditions. In this episode Dawoud and Susan talk with Sultana Mangal and Sharifa Yar about having difficult conversations with our parents. We discuss speaking to them about dating, religion, voting, and what conversations we'd never want to have with our parents.
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