We’re Not Kidding with Mehdi & Friends

How Mehdi and Bassem Cope with What’s Happening in Gaza

Apr 25, 2024

Mehdi and guest Bassem Youssef discuss brown parents' views on their careers, media coverage of Gaza, fame for the right reasons, and Mehdi's new hoodie. They explore the challenges in Gaza, American influence, Biden's actions, coping mechanisms, and the importance of speaking out against manipulation in media.

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Quick takeaways

Brown communities are redefining career success beyond traditional fields, acknowledging value in diverse professions.

Speech is a powerful tool for empowerment, countering mainstream narratives, and advocating against media bias and lobbying influences.

Deep dives

Media Influence and Changing Attitudes Among Brown Communities

The podcast episode delves into the evolving attitudes towards professions like lawyers, accountants, and doctors within brown communities. The speakers highlight how the perception of these careers has shifted over the years, with a growing recognition of the value in other fields. Mentioning events like Gaza and 9-11, they emphasize how increased representation in various industries has contributed to altering perceptions.

Environmental Devastation in Gaza and Palestinian Restrictions

01:22

Making an Impact in an Interview

01:28

Introduction

2min

Making the Leap for Creative Freedom

8min

A Journey to Medicine

4min

Navigating Representation and Advocacy in Media

21min

Political Dynamics and Coping Mechanisms in Gaza

5min

Embracing Unconventional Media Paths

4min

Emphasizing Quality Journalism and Global Support for the Podcast

2min

In the very first episode of the new Zeteo podcast, 'We're Not Kidding,' Mehdi and guest co-host Bassem Youssef sit down and talk about what their brown parents make of their career choices, becoming famous for the right reasons, pushing back against the media’s coverage of Gaza, and Mehdi’s new hoodie.

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