Ali, Dry Ice, Guy, Joe, & Souss get together for an hour long podcast.
The guys started by tackling the potential naturalization of Palestinians in Lebanon and the subsequent fear in Christian communities.
Second, the issue of Michel El Murr’s withdrawal of the Change & Reform block. Michel El Murr recently announced he’s become an independent voice.
Also of mention is Nabih Berri’s innovative approach of a solution: Dialog around a table!
And last but not least, inspired by the upcoming Beijing olympics, the guys try to put together a list of outstanding Lebanese politicians to compete in the Polimpiad. Who’s got the talent to bring home the gold!?
What does the 30LL crew think about Imad Mughniyye’s assassination in Syria? Should expats be given the right to participate in the Lebanese parliamentary elections?
Souss, Guy, Joe (aka Cupid), & WiseCookie get together for an impromptu podcast session.
The guys gathered to discuss February 14th, the anniversary of the late PM Rafic Hariri’s assassination.
A 32-minute long recording filled with a few laughs and some tense moments. Listen up and give us your feedback by posting a comment or recording a voicemail.
Welcome to Podcast#21, the first podcast of 30LL’s second season.
In this comeback Podcast, we have Joe, Souss, Guy, Meej, and M3allem Nour.
Our first topic deals with last week’s confrontations between Shiah residents & army forces.
For the second topic we discuss the Akram Shouhayyeb letter to iconic Fairuz. Shouhayyeb turned entertainment into a political issue and sent an open letter to Fairuz urging her not to perform in Syria. Included is an inside scoop involving the famed lulliby: Yalla Tnam Yalla Tnam
Last but not least, we take on an all important question: Do we really need a president?
In this Podcast, we have Ali, Coco, Jad, Joe, & Souss, and we start it off with the visits of UN Secretary Ban Ki Moon & Nancy Pelosi to Lebanon and what their visits will achieve here.
For the second topic, we go over the Arab League summit and the groundbreaking decisions that came out of it.
Last but not least, we take on yet another potential presidential candidate, this time, Mr. Nassib Lahoud.
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In podcast#19, the 30LL Crew* Jad, Joe, Souss, and Coco team up to discuss the recent developments on the Lebanese and regional scenes.
The podcast deals with the Hariri-Berri saga and the fallout of their once promising relationship. We also touch on Samir Geagea as a potential presidential candidate.
Regionally, we discuss the recent event of English marines being held by Iranian authorities for crossing into domestic waters.
For the final and lighter topic, we discuss the Iranian/Persian backlash to the recent movie 300.
For our first topic we will discuss the recurring meetings between Nabih Berri & Saad Hariri, seeking a solution to the current deadlock. We also talk about the recent arrests of multiple suspects in the Ain Alak bombings.
For our third and final topic, we discuss the modifications the Lebanese apply to non-Lebanese food. Kafta Burger and Shish Taouk Kung Paw.
In Podcast #17, Ali, Joe, Souss, & our guest Jamal (from Jamal’s Propaganda) get together to discuss the latest Lebanese & regional developments.
For the first topic we discuss the recent meetings between Nabih Berri & Saad Hariri and the many predictions of an end to the crisis.
Next, we talk about the Israeli Winograd commission investigating the July war on Lebanon, and the possibilities of the war being pre-planned.
For our third and lighter topic, we deal with the newly released car, co-produced by Syria & Iran and creatively named “SHAM”.
We analyze the car’s features and how those features will make it a top seller in our region.
In this episode, we start off by discussing the alleged Syrian acceptance of the Hariri International tribunal, what Syria got in return of that acceptance and how that affects the region.
Next, we discuss the upcoming summit in Iraq, gathering Iraqis, Saudis, Iranians, Syrians, & Americans and its potential repercussions.
For our third and lighter topic, we discuss the diversified Lebanese priorities.
(19 votes, average: 4.74 out of 5)
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* Starting next week, the access password to The Vault will be given during the podcast.
The password is a giveaway this week, use ‘ R ‘ to login to The Vault - New video added
We’re now at Podcast #15.
The crew reunites, and Souss, Ali, Jad, & Joe discuss the recurring dynamite packages found around Lebanon and their effects on the Lebanese situation.
We also touch on the Syrian coast guards shooting and killing a Lebanese fisherman who had crossed to Syrian waters.
For our third and lighter topic, the 30LL crew uncovers the political affiliations of NBA star Lebron James, of the Cleveland Crusaders Cavaliers.
Podcast#14.
We begin this episode by taking on the possible consequences of last week’s Bus bombings, as well as an analysis of the timing of such bombings.
For our second topic we discuss the new suggestions of a transitional president.
Our third and lighter topic started with the chop chop square phenomena but ended somewhere else. Listen to podcast #14 and see where that topic led us.
In podcast #13, Ali, Jad, & Souss are joined by Paris aka coco & Zevaco.
In this episode we reflect on the tenure of ex PM Rafic Hariri. We also discuss the recent truckload of HA rockets confiscated by the Lebanese army.
For our third and lighter topic, we seek the best politically-themed couple in the spirit of Valentine’s day.
(13 votes, average: 4.31 out of 5)
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* Lebo was unfortunately unable to join us for this week.
Welcome to podcast 12.
In this episode one of our listeners, Guy* joins Joe, Souheil, & Ali for the show.
We deal with Amin Gemayyel’s expected high level talks to be held in the USA and the goals behind his visit.
We then discuss the ‘honor pact’ presented by Bkirki and signed and adopted by Michel Aoun & Slaymen Frangiyye.
For our second main topic we take on the much debated fake photo showed as evidence on live TV by Michel Aoun.
This picture is NOT photoshopped.
The 30LL crew identified a huge portrait of Walid Jumblat in an interview he had with Al Arabiah. For the third & lighter topic, we try to find out what is Walid holding in his hand.
Do you think you know what Walid Jumblat’s holding? Let us know.
In episode#11, we discuss the violence of last week, especially the unfortunate events triggered by a cafeteria argument at the Arab University.
In the second topic, we discuss the effects of the Paris III summit on the Lebanese political landscape.
For our third and lighter topic we try to figure out what is the best weapon* to carry during street confrontations.
(18 votes, average: 4.17 out of 5)
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* We try to be a bit more creative than suggesting firearms.
Linda joins us for this week’s podcast.
In podcast #10, we discussed the situation in Lebanon and the wisdom (or lack thereof) of the opposition’s decisions.
We also discuss the Saddam execution from different perspectives.
Our third and final topic deals with more of the nicknames given to political leaders in Lebanon.
(12 votes, average: 4.25 out of 5)
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Jad was unable to join us for this podcast, he will be back for podcast #11
In episode #9, we examine the latest fight that broke out between the Lebanese army and the armed Palestinian faction Jund al-Sham. The political deadlock between the opposition and the loyalists continues in Lebanon with no visible breakthroughs in the horizon.
Our third and lighter topic deals with the nicknames given to political figures in Lebanon.
Don’t forget to chip in with your 30LL for the weekly question.
This week’s question: If you were elected president of the republic, what would be the top three priorities for you.
Please leave us a voicemail.
(10 votes, average: 4 out of 5)
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* As you may have guessed, the nicknames in the picture represent only a part of what people say when addressing 30LL.org’s own Habib, Estez Habib.
Podcast#8, our second of 2007, deals with the recent initiative by independent MPs who seek to invite the conflicting sides back to dialogue to find a solution to the deadlock. We also talk about Hezbulla’s recent visit and meeting with Saudi Arabia officials in the KSA.
Our lighter topic deals with the speculations about the tents in downtown Beirut being the seeds that deliver Lebanon a future* baby boom.
(11 votes, average: 4.09 out of 5)
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*Future: Habib, Michel Hayek’s 30LL counterpart, thinks the baby boom kicks in in about 9 months.
We’ll hold you to it Habib.
In this episode we recap the past year, 2006, and concentrate on the political highlights of that year.
A new guest but an old friend, MeG joins us in this podcast.
We wish you all a happy new year, and hopefully 2007 brings us some stability and a renewed belief in Lebanon.
(15 votes, average: 4.27 out of 5)
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* At the time of recording, our colleague Souss was on his way back from Lebanon to a hot & sunny North American destination, Montreal. Welcome back Souss!
In podcast #6, we look into the opposition protests that persist downtown Beirut.
The Arab league has intervened to mediate a possible solution, however the prospects of such a deal are yet unknown. This tensed situation has been accompanied with a sense of disgust among the Lebanese and is pushing people towards social activism.
We also venture into the unknown, the beard of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah*.
* To help dodge protests, Nasrallah’s beard was deemed a zionist resisting beard.
That’s a good thing.
In episode #5, we carry on with our discussions on the latest opposition protests and examine the positive and negative influence of the media campaigns on these protests.
In the light side of the podcast, we move on to MP Nayla Mouawad’s facial hair (Exhibit A, Exhibit B*) with special analysis from Jad after conducting research on the matter.
* some photos may or may not be edited for effect.
Ali, Jad, Joe, & Souss bring to you this week’s Podcast.
We will concentrate on the protests carried out by the opposition, their reasons, and what they’re trying to accomplish.
Also, more on the meeting between Bush, Abdullah, & Al Maliki. (But not much more)
Our last topic will continue our facial hair series, this week’s facial hair hero is MP Saad Hariri.
In episode #3, we try to understand the motives behind Pierre Gemayyel’s assassination as well as the reactions in the Christian street against the Free Patriotic Movement. We also attempt to unravel the reasons behind King Abdallah’s warning of potential civil wars brewing in the middle east.
In episode #2, we continue last week’s quest to understand the reasons behind the call for protests from the Free Patriotic Movement and Hizballah. We also chew over the infiltration of partisan politics into the American University of Beirut student elections.
Ending this week’s podcast will be a surprise final topic to lighten things up.
Thank you all for tuning in, until next week.
After the recording of this podcast, we learned of the recent assassination of Minister Pierre Gemayyel. We would like to extend our deepest condolences and sympathies to the family & friends of the Pierre Gemayyel.
In this first episode, we discuss the consequences of Hizballah and Amal’s withdrawal from the Lebanese government on the international tribunal for the Hariri assassination, as well as the reasons behind this ’surprise’ resignation.
Questions, comments, feedback?
We’d be glad to hear from you.
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