Ep.228: Influencing the Moment with Gino Raidy

0:00 Intro 1:16 Independence Day 2020 6:25 Back to 2008 14:50 Gradual Organization 21:00 Claim Power 27:16 Identity 36:34 Life Story 47:32 Phone 56:11 Weapons 1:12:03 Minteshreen 1:19:57 Freedom of Expression 1:27:50 'Bukra' We're with Gino Raidy for Episode 228 of The Beirut Banyan. Click to watch: https://youtu.be/3K30QInfQAQ We discuss citizen journalism and political activism, and reflect on the current political paralysis and economic crisis engulfing Lebanon. Our conversation includes grassroots civil engagement going back to 2008, newfound Lebanese identity, the powerful use of social media and a citizen-led fight to maintain freedom of expression. We also talk about Minteshreen, Gino's personal commitment to Lebanon and his new online show, 'Bukra'. Gino is a citizen journalist and political activist. Check out his website: www.ginosblog.com And subscribe to his new show 'Bukra' via the following link: https://www.patreon.com/posts/inducing-bukra-43088101 Help support The Beirut Banyan by contributing via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/walkbeirut Or donating through our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/thebeirutbanyan Subscribe to our podcast from your preferred platform. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: @thebeirutbanyan And check out our website: www.beirutbanyan.com Music by Marc Codsi. Graphics by Sara Tarhini.