Habibi House Podcast

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Mohamed “Mo” Mustafa—emergency physician, humanitarian advocate, and headliner at ArabCon 2025—joins us to break down the emotional, spiritual, and political weight of healing in a world trying to erase us.From the ER to the frontlines of activism, Dr. Mo opens up about:How Gaza shaped his entire worldviewThe trauma of being an Arab doctor in American hospitalsIslam, masculinity, and gentlenessThe pressure to be perfect when you're one of the only Arab voices in medicineAbout Dr. Mohamed “Mo” MustafaDr. Mo is an emergency room physician and outspoken advocate for Gaza, human rights, and cultural healing. He’s been featured at ArabCon, in international media, and across social platforms for his unique ability to weave together compassion, science, and politics. He doesn’t just treat wounds—he tells stories that demand justice.About Habibi HouseHabibi House is a podcast reclaiming Arab and Muslim narratives. We bring fire interviews, bold satire, and soul-shaking moments.Sponsored By: ArabCon 2025 This episode is brought to you by ArabCon — the largest Arab American cultural, political, and artistic conference in the country.🎟️ Get tickets now at ArabCon.org🔥 Featuring Bassem Youssef, Mehdi Hasan, Dana Salah, Linda Sarsour, Cenk Uygur & more.#Gaza #DrMoMustafa #HabibiHouse #ArabCon #Palestine #ArabDoctor #MuslimVoices #MedicalActivism #FreePalestine #EmergencyMedicine #SWANA #Resistance #SoftnessIsPower

Shop exclusive merch from your sponsor at https://palestinianhustle.com/20% your next order with code "HabibiHouse"! In this explosive episode of Habibi House, we sit down with the unapologetic and razor-sharp Ana Kasparian — co-host of The Young Turks, executive producer, journalist, and one of the most polarizing voices in progressive media.Watch, Subscribe, and Hit the BellListen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts From her roots as an Armenian American with family from Haifa, Palestine, to the online firestorms she’s endured over trans rights, TYT politics, Hasan Piker, Sam Seder, and more — Ana takes us on a no-BS journey through the contradictions of American liberalism, the collapse of the progressive media ecosystem, and why she’s more politically homeless than ever.🎙️ We cover:• Why The Young Turks is a loaded name for an Armenian woman — and what she really thinks• Palestine, media gaslighting, and the death of journalistic integrity• The Canary Mission, online harassment, and receiving death threats• Ana’s public fallout with HasanAbi, Sam Seder, and “the online left”• Homelessness in California — and why the media lies about solutions• Unionization, political burnout, and finding your own compassPlus: Her uncensored views on Tucker Carlson, Joe Rogan, Ben Shapiro, and moreWhether you love her or hate her, Ana shows up with clarity, complexity, and unflinching honesty — and it’s one of our rawest conversations yet.

In this powerful Habibi House segment, we sit down with Rolla Selbak, a community organizer and cultural voice, to explore the deep questions surrounding joy, resistance, and Palestinian solidarity.How do we balance celebration and cultural expression while our people are enduring genocide?Is community organizing, food, fashion, and music in the diaspora a form of resistance?What role does Little Arabia in Orange County play as a safe haven and cultural hub for Arabs in California?Rolla breaks down why joy is more than just a feeling – it’s a weapon against erasure. From Gaza to LA, Rolla explains how community spaces, events, and culture become essential tools of resilience, even as Palestinians are targeted not only physically but culturally.Key Themes in this Episode:Why the oppressor wants to take away Palestinian joy, culture, and community – and why we must do the opposite.The power of bringing online solidarity into real-life organizing and why being together matters.The delicate balance of celebrating without flaunting “abundance” while Gaza suffers.Why Palestinians are literally banned from celebrating prisoner releases – and what that says about the power of joy.How businesses in the diaspora can ethically use Palestinian culture while giving back to the movement.Rolla’s personal stories of Little Arabia in Anaheim and how it became a lifeline during difficult timesWhether you’re Palestinian, Arab, or an ally, this conversation will challenge the way you see joy, celebration, and community organizing in times of crisis.Tags / Keywordspalestine, palestinian resistance, rolla interview, joy as resistance, little arabia oc, palestinian diaspora, habibi house podcast, mena culture, palestinian solidarity, rolla palestine, palestinian community organizing, joy culture resistance, palestine genocide, arab diaspora los angeles

“The Only Thing Different Is the Gas Chambers.”Grammy & Emmy-winning producer Fredwreck — the man behind hits for Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, 50 Cent, Ice Cube, Britney Spears, and more — joins Habibi House for his most unfiltered interview yet.From breaking barriers as one of the first Palestinian Americans in mainstream hip hop to calling out political hypocrisy and hip hop’s silence on Palestine, Fredwreck brings history, heat, and honesty.🎤 In This Episode:Working with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem & the West Coast eliteHow The Wake Up Show launched careers and shaped hip hop cultureHip hop’s responsibility to stand for the oppressedZionism, settler colonialism, and historical parallels to fascismBehind the scenes of Dre’s “Avengers” production teamEminem’s legendary work ethic & rhyme booksMiddle Eastern sounds in mainstream music — and why Fredwreck is careful with themWhy silence from artists hurts, and the courage to speak truthFredwreck doesn’t hold back — whether it’s the music industry, politics, or global justice, this is one of those episodes you’ll never forget.Watch Full Episode NowListen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: [links]Support Palestinian Hustle & get 20% off with code HABIBIHOUSE: https://palestinianhustle.com/#Fredwreck #DrDre #Eminem #SnoopDogg #Palestine #HipHop #MusicProduction #HabibiHouse

This episode of Habibi House features Dr. Rudolph “Butch” Ware — historian, author, and one of the most important living scholars of Islam, Black liberation, and decolonial thought. A professor of history at UC Santa Barbara, Ware sits down with us to unpack the stories that empire tried to bury: stories of Sufi rebellion, revolutionary faith, and the sacred legacy of Black Muslims in shaping not just Islam — but global freedom movements.WHAT WE TALK ABOUT:Why there is no Islam without Black peopleHow Sufi orders led anti-colonial revolts across West AfricaWhy liberals fear true solidarity between Black and Arab communitiesWhat it means to reclaim Islam from both empire and whitenessMalcolm X, Palestine, and the revolutionary roots of faithWhy Ware says Islam is inherently radical, and liberals won’t save usHow storytelling, family, and love serve as tools for resistanceWHO IS BUTCH WARE?Rudolph “Butch” Ware is a historian of West Africa, Islam, and the Black Muslim world. He’s the author of The Walking Qur’an: Islamic Education, Embodied Knowledge, and History in West Africa, and a leading voice in challenging Western narratives around Islam and African history. He speaks at the intersection of Sufism, slavery, liberation theology, and Black diasporic spirituality. His work dismantles colonial myths and re-centers the sacred in our understanding of resistance.KEY QUOTES FROM THE EPISODE:“There is no such thing as Islam without Black people. Islam didn’t just show up in Africa — it was born in Africa.”“When the empire suppresses love, joy, and memory — storytelling becomes a revolutionary act.”“Liberalism is fine with coexistence, as long as it doesn’t disrupt the structure of violence. That’s not liberation.”WHY THIS CONVERSATION MATTERSAt a time when Muslim identity is either flattened or weaponized, Dr. Ware reminds us that faith has always been a tool of both survival and struggle. In a world where Gaza is burning, ICE is raiding, and history is being rewritten in real time, this episode offers truth — rooted in legacy, memory, and resistance.0:00 Intro – Who is Butch Ware?1:35 Growing up Muslim, Southern, and Black4:00 There is no Islam without Black people7:12 How Sufism sparked anti-colonial revolts10:05 Blackness, slavery, and prophetic tradition13:45 Liberalism vs. Revolutionary Islam16:30 Islamophobia, empire, and the theft of history20:55 Malcolm X and Gaza: Solidarity across struggle24:30 Love, storytelling, and decolonizing spirituality29:45 Final message to young Muslims and Black ArabsABOUT HABIBI HOUSEHabibi House is a culture-forward, decolonial, and unfiltered podcast centering MENA voices and their intersections with global liberation. Hosted by Arab creatives, activists, and artists, each episode features unapologetic conversations with guests shaping the future of art, politics, and identity.🎧 Available on: YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts🌐 Visit us at: https://thehabibihouse.com

Emmy-winning comedian and podcaster Matt Lieb joins Habibi House for one of the most explosive and honest conversations we’ve had yet. From his experience on Birthright to his transformation into an outspoken anti-Zionist, Matt breaks down the weaponization of Jewish identity, American complicity in Israeli apartheid, and the myth of safety used to justify violence.In this episode, we cover:Why Birthright was his political awakeningThe danger of conflating Judaism with ZionismHow the Israeli government manufactures consent through fearThe problem with liberal ZionismHis viral views on antisemitism and settler violence🎧 Listen to the full podcast: [Spotify] [Apple Podcasts]🔥 Subscribe for more bold conversations on Palestine, identity, and liberation.📍 Hosted by Assad Shalhoub, Atif Hashwi & Talal Sisalem💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — we read them all.#MattLieb #FreePalestine #Zionism #HabibiHouse #BirthrightIsrael #JewishVoicesForPeace #AntiZionistJew #Palestine

In this HILARIOUS episode of Habibi House, comedian and actor Maz Jobrani dives deep into the Persian vs Iranian debate, sharing his personal take on cultural identity, breaking stereotypes, and his journey in comedy.From performing at the White House to becoming one of the most influential Middle Eastern voices in comedy, Maz opens up about his struggles, triumphs, and the importance of representing the Iranian community in the entertainment industry.What you’ll learn:The real difference between Persian and Iranian identityHow comedy helped Maz break cultural barriersHis path to success and overcoming stereotypes in HollywoodAdvice for aspiring comedians and entertainersMaz’s insight on identity and his unique perspective on comedy is a must-watch for anyone interested in cultural representation, Middle Eastern humor, and breaking boundaries in a mainstream world.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more!#MazJobrani #PersianVsIranian #Comedy #IranianIdentity #HabibiHouse #BreakingStereotypes #MiddleEasternComedy #CulturalRepresentation #StandUpComedy #IranianComedian