Thank you so much for listening to Nasma Of NY's Levantine Arabic Podcast! We just want to tell you know that our podcast has ranked in the list of Top 10 Podcasts in countries like Netherlands, Sweden, Lebanon, and Italy! We're in the top ranks among language learning, and so we're competing with other languages like Mandarin and Spanish. I started out this podcast as a small project to help my students with their Levantine Arabic hearing skills and comprehension. Never in my dreams I had imagi...
Jul 09, 2021•1 min
If you look up Youtube channels to learn Levantine Arabic, you will stumble upon a very popular and known channel named Learn Lebanese Arabic with Heba with 17k+ subscribers. If you've learnt something about the suburbs of Beirut, then the credit goes to Hiba for showing it to you through her Youtube channel. Make sure to check out top 20 vocabulary picks below! Link to channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo0hq6VEXDE-tvA7AtiH4Qg Link to site: https://www.lebanese-arabic.com/ Join our Conve...
Jul 07, 2021•15 min
Cats have made the AUB campus their home for more than 30 years. As families fled the country during the war, many left their pets behind. AUB became the go-to-dump spot for abandoning cats. Since then, the population has grown and become a day-to-day reality for AUB students. AUB cats are loved and treated with care by everyone on campus. SETA was founded in September 2019, and club president Lynn Wahab my guest today in this episode, is keen to foster partnerships not only to transform the AUB...
Jun 29, 2021•12 min
Paola Atallah, worked in large companies for a couple of years until she started feeling tensions and pain in her body. But very quickly yoga became a genuine lifestyle. What struck me about Paola's website and her social media platforms was her determination to use and speak ONLY in Arabic. This is very rare in today's world. Watch Paola's reel with different yoga positions in Arabic: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQYYNSbjN9t/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Website: https://darelyoga.com/en/ Join...
Jun 21, 2021•15 min
Can you believe that there are no children's songbooks in Arabic? Lara and Maria, two Lebanese moms living in France created a product that did not exist. Lebanese Songbooks for kids. Follow Dolola publications on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dolola.publishing/ Order Arabic sound books for kids: https://www.dololapublishing.com Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-group-conversation-class/ Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-members...
Jun 15, 2021•11 min
In the US One out of every five students report being bullied. Students who experience bullying are at increased risk for depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties, lower academic achievement, and dropping out of school. Students who experienced bullying or cyberbullying are nearly 2 times more likely to attempt suicide. Jinan recently published a book for kids called “Tiny Polly”. The story of a brave bullied chicken who just wants acceptance. Her mission is to bring awareness to bullying and edu...
Jun 08, 2021•14 min
Frances Timog from my Levantine Arabic Masterclass talks to us about his neighborhood, best eating spots, and his favorite meals. You can find the full script of this episode in both English and Arabic on our website. Thanks Frances for providing the original and translated script. Script: https://nasmaofny.com/podcasts/ Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-group-conversation-class/ Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eB...
Jun 01, 2021•11 min
Alia Bazzi is the founder of Manifest Design Inc. is a Michigan-based company that was founded in 2012. As a Muslim Arab-American, Alia's aim is to help create a strong bond between children and Imam Al-Hussain (pbuh), the same way they look at superheroes as inspiration. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Check out Alia's work below: https://manifestde.com/pages/about-us https://www.instagram.com/riveroftruthcup/ https://www.instagram.com/manifestdesign/...
May 25, 2021•18 min
We recorded and edited this episode in less than 48 hours because I wasn't sure how long Qassem will be alive due to nonstop Israeli air strikes. Qassem from Gazza, Palestine shared his story with us about his life Palestine. For the verb first time, I read his story in English in the second part of the podcast. Also, full script of this episode in Arabic & English available on our website. Script: https://nasmaofny.com/podcasts/ Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-g...
May 19, 2021•14 min
Founder of Girls on Wheels Lina Al Kassem is Uniting & empowering women on rollers, skateboards, bicycles & motorbikes. Listen to this wonderful episode & support their mission by buying a pair of socks! Check out Lina's work below: https://www.instagram.com/girlsonwheelslb/ https://www.instagram.com/girlsonwheelsuae/ Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-group-conversation-class/ Join ...
May 11, 2021•20 min
I met Erika on Instagram, she is one of my VERY supportive followers and later a great friend. Erika has a great passion to Arabic and the Arab culture. In this Episode we talk about the Arabic language and how Arabic could be used as a great tool. Check out Erika's blog: https://www.sheblossomsblog.com/ Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-group-conversation-class/ Join our Levantine Masterclass:...
May 04, 2021•14 min
I met Ikhlas on Instagram. She is a German & Arabic teacher living in Germany. Ikhlas is an author to two books. In this episode she shares 10 German words that are derived from Arabic while I share 10 Spanish words. We had a wonderful time recording this episode together and I hope you enjoy it as well! Ikhlas Books: https://www.amazon.de/s?k=Ikhlas+schumacher&ref=nb_sb_noss Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: http...
Apr 27, 2021•21 min
In this episode I will introduce you to my family’s Ramadan feast. What my mother cooks and I will share with you my favourite family recipes. Great way to learn food in a fun way. Most of the words I will be sharing, can be found in Book 3- Nawartona- Lesson 5- Section A. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-group-conversation-class/ Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-co...
Apr 20, 2021•12 min
Loulwa Khoury is a New York based filmmaker & film editor who was born and raised in Beirut. She recently edited her first award-nominated feature documentary Paradise Without People (2019) & now she is directing and editing her own film "We Never Left"- the Lebanese Expat Revolution Documentary. In this episode we talk about the economic crisis and daily struggles of the Lebanese under a mercy of a corrupted government. Please support Loulwa's dream by clicking on the link below. Link e...
Apr 13, 2021•17 min
Advanced Episode: 10 years ago, the American University of Beirut launched a very unique program that remains unique in the Middle East- University for Seniors. Today’s seniors want to remain intellectually challenged and socially engaged, actively contributing to their community. I spoke with Suma & Hassan who are students at UFS about their experience. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Learn more about UFS: https://www.aub.edu.lb/seniors Please sup...
Apr 06, 2021•20 min
This episode is great for beginners and intermediate level learners. I talk about my daily routine and introduce new verbs and nouns as I speak. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-group-conversation-class/ Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levantin...
Mar 30, 2021•10 min
My sister Noor and talk about Zodiac signs in Arabic and their characteristics. It's a great way to learn months of the year and a lot of adjectives! Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-group-conversation-class/ Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lev...
Mar 23, 2021•15 min
Join our Conversational Classes: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-group-conversation-class/ Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levantinearabic_bynasmaofny/ Subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3xodgJWwMeRCE59ZNNCTQ?view_as=subscriber Music by: Stay Young by Nick Petrov...
Mar 22, 2021•30 sec
My sister Noor and talk about Zodiac signs in Arabic and their characteristics. It's a great way to learn months of the year and a lot of adjectives! Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levantinearabic_bynasmaofny/ Subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/cha...
Mar 09, 2021•19 min
Zobaida Falah created Cure with a goal to “Make Healthy Taste Good”. In this episode Zobaida talks about her business, her grandmothers recipe, and how she started her business from the ground up. Get your cure bar here: https://cureyourworld.com Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagr...
Mar 02, 2021•19 min
In this episode Mariam Nabbout founder of Kezbara, The Kezbara Studio, and cohost of Sundays with Mariam & Lily podcast walks us through the 7 steps to create a killer Instagram account. Follow Mariam at: https://www.instagram.com/kezbara/ and https://www.instagram.com/thekezbarastudio/ . Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textboo...
Feb 23, 2021•29 min
This episode is intended for mature audiences. This episode can be triggering such as emotional and suicidal. I’m not a therapist or a doctor. If you need support please talk to someone professional. I would consider this episode as advanced but don’t forget to scroll down and check our top 20 vocabulary picks. Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lev...
Feb 16, 2021•19 min
Certified face yoga instructor, Chloe Hourani known on Instagram as @faceyogawithchloe discusses in this episode everything you need to know about face yoga. Friends I've tried it myself and face yoga does miracles! The best thing about it is that, all you need is your clean hands to practice anywhere you are. Make sure to check out our Top 20 Vocabulary picks from this episode below. Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny...
Feb 09, 2021•19 min
10 years ago, the American University of Beirut launched a very unique program that remains unique in the Middle East- University for Seniors. Today’s seniorswant to remain intellectually challenged and socially engaged, actively contributing to their community. Our seniors are accomplished, energetic, sociable, and generous. They have valuable life and professional experiences to share. Amani Zaidan who is the program coordinator at UFS chats about UFS and its benefits. Make sure to check below...
Feb 02, 2021•19 min
I've been following Sara for few years now & she is an inspiration to me and to many women. She is one strong willed woman who has exemplified overcoming her disability through success. Sara Minkara became legally blind when she was 7 years old and there is a lot to learn from her. In this episode we discussed the right terms to use for people with disability in Arabic, a run down of her day, her struggles, and her dreams. Below are our top 20 vocabulary picks. Join our Levantine Masterclass...
Jan 26, 2021•29 min
Welcome to the 1st episode of Levantine Arabic, made easier season 2. In this episode I interview Mark Hachem, we spoke about his video that went viral, how did he start, and what are his coming plans. Below are some vocabularies that we used throughout the episode. Find Mark Hachem: INSTAGRAM: @markhachem https://www.instagram.com/markhachem PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/MarkHachem YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/markhachem Find US: Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/onli...
Jan 19, 2021•20 min
Welcome to season 2 of Levantine Arabic, made easier. In this season I will interview successful and interesting bilingual guests. This podcast is great for intermediate level learners and also great for anyone who is interested in learning Arabic. if you get lost don’t worry we will be checking in throughout the story! Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagra...
Dec 08, 2020•1 min
Saint Barbara is known in the Eastern Orthodox Church as the Great Martyr Barbara. She was an early Christian Lebanese and Greek saint and martyr. Accounts place her in the 3rd century in Heliopolis Phoenicia, present-day Baalbek, Lebanon. My friend Tania shares St. Barbara's story. Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levantinearabic_bynasmaofny/ Fol...
Dec 03, 2020•19 min
In this episode Michel from @the.brainer.online *Instagram link below*, discusses 10 things we could do to keep our brain healthy! Follow Michel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.brainer.online/ Books recommended by Michel: 1. Brain Food by Dr. Lisa Mosconi 2. Change your brain, change your life by Dr. Daniel Amen Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.inst...
Oct 20, 2020•45 min
I interviewed my student Jonathan and we discussed his experience in dating in NYC. We spoke about his favorite dating App., the pros & cons of dating online, and his craziest date ever! Join our Levantine Masterclass: https://nasmaofny.com/online-course-membership/ Get the eBook: https://nasmaofny.com/adult-textbooks/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levantinearabic_bynasmaofny/ Follow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3xodgJWwMeRCE59ZNNCTQ?view_as=subscribe...
Oct 13, 2020•32 min
