Journalist Johana Bhuiyan

Theater-maker Adam Ashraf Elsayigh

Adam Ashraf Elsayigh, an Egyptian-American playwright and theater-maker known for his works that explore intersections of queerness, immigration, and colonialism, discusses his current projects and personal influences. Adam recounts growing up in Dubai and moving to the United States in his early 20s. This conversation also delves into ideas around representation, where Adam argues that progress is not solely about seeing yourself on stage or screen, but also about shifting the structures and conversations surrounding these spaces. Hosted by Shahjehan Khan. Follow Adam Ashraf Elsayigh on X @adamelsayigh [https://twitter.com/adamelsayigh?lang=en&ref=createfann.com] Read more about this interview at https://www.createfann.com/expanding-what-it-means-to-be-american-with-adam-ashraf-elsayigh-fannboy-friday/ [https://www.createfann.com/expanding-what-it-means-to-be-american-with-adam-ashraf-elsayigh-fannboy-friday/%20] Produced by Rifelion Media [https://www.rifelion.com/]. Learn more at www.createfann.com [https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/655115ea-de0d-11e8-a08f-bf72f7367b9d/podcasts/a0764646-1214-11ee-8ff5-8b880a734e7e/www.createfann.com] For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com. [PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.]    We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 [https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4]   Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy   [https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy%C2%A0%C2%A0] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Actor Amin El Gamal

Amin El Gamal, the first openly queer Muslim actor to play a leading role on a TV show, discusses his early life as a child of Egyptian immigrants, his acting roles in various productions, and the exploration of his queer and Muslim identities. Amin discusses his transition into writing and producing, exploring gender and neurodivergence in his recent short film, 'Unmasking.' He also speaks candidly about his struggles with self-acceptance and navigating the often exclusive worlds of Hollywood and theatre. The discussion concludes with Amin sharing his inspirations in the queer Muslim community, emphasizing the need for more representation behind the camera in the film industry. Hosted by Shahjehan Khan. Follow Rehana Lew Mirza on Instagram @feistypharaoh [https://www.instagram.com/feistypharaoh/?hl=en] Read more about this interview at https://www.createfann.com/actor-amin-el-gamal-on-creating-complex-stories-and-returning-to-his-pre-hollywood-actor-self-fannboy-friday/ [https://www.createfann.com/actor-amin-el-gamal-on-creating-complex-stories-and-returning-to-his-pre-hollywood-actor-self-fannboy-friday/] Produced by Rifelion Media [https://www.rifelion.com/]. Learn more at www.createfann.com [https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/655115ea-de0d-11e8-a08f-bf72f7367b9d/podcasts/a0764646-1214-11ee-8ff5-8b880a734e7e/www.createfann.com] For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com. [PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.]    We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 [https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4]   Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy   [https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy%C2%A0%C2%A0] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Playwright Rehana Lew Mirza

Rehana Lew Mirza, a playwright, filmmaker, and founder of Desipina, discusses her career, including her work on a musical titled "Bhangra Nation." She discusses the empowerment she felt in her career, especially through founding Desipina with her sister and taking control of producing her own work. The interview also delves into the challenges of representation in the arts, both in theater and film, and Mirza emphasizes the need for a more inclusive and community-focused approach in the future of theater. Hosted by Shahjehan Khan. Follow Rehana Lew Mirza on X @rehanamirza [https://twitter.com/rehanamirza] Visit Rehana Lew Mirza's website: https://www.rehanamirza.com/ [https://www.rehanamirza.com/] Learn more about Desipina: https://www.hellodesipina.org/ [https://www.hellodesipina.org/] Find out more about Bhangra Nation: https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/whats-on/bhangra-nation-a-new-musical/ [https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/whats-on/bhangra-nation-a-new-musical/] Read more about this interview at https://www.createfann.com/playwright-rehana-lew-mirza-how-do-you-define-too-many-asian-americans-fannboy-friday/ [https://www.createfann.com/playwright-rehana-lew-mirza-how-do-you-define-too-many-asian-americans-fannboy-friday/] Produced by Rifelion Media [https://www.rifelion.com/]. Learn more at www.createfann.com [https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/655115ea-de0d-11e8-a08f-bf72f7367b9d/podcasts/a0764646-1214-11ee-8ff5-8b880a734e7e/www.createfann.com] For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com. [PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.]    We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 [https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4]   Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy   [https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy%C2%A0%C2%A0] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Journalist Johana Bhuiyan

Johana Bhuiyan, a senior tech reporter and editor at The Guardian, discusses her coverage of surveillance practices targeting marginalized groups, with a focus on immigration surveillance. She delves into her investigation of a former cattle monitoring company working with ICE to surveil migrants using ankle monitors, facial recognition apps, and smartwatches. Johana highlights the lack of transparency in the use of such technology, emphasizing the storing of collected data for up to 75 years. The discussion expands to broader issues of privacy, law enforcement requests, and the opaque practices of data brokers, revealing the real harms in the ad tech surveillance model. Hosted by Shahjehan Khan. You can find Johana Bhuiyan on X @JMBooyah [https://twitter.com/jmbooyah?lang=en] Read more about this interview at https://www.createfann.com/the-pervasive-technology-of-surveillance-with-johana-bhuiyan-fannboy-friday/ [https://www.createfann.com/the-pervasive-technology-of-surveillance-with-johana-bhuiyan-fannboy-friday/%20] Produced by Rifelion Media [https://www.rifelion.com/]. Learn more at www.createfann.com [https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/655115ea-de0d-11e8-a08f-bf72f7367b9d/podcasts/a0764646-1214-11ee-8ff5-8b880a734e7e/www.createfann.com] For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com. [PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.]    We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 [https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4]   Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy   [https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy%C2%A0%C2%A0] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Artist Arti Ishak

Arti Ishak, a biracial, non-binary Muslim American, discusses their recent directing projects and experiences in the entertainment industry. Arti discusses their journey, emphasizing the challenges of navigating representation and identity in the arts. Arti shares insights into their creative process, the impact of the pandemic on their perspective, and the importance of striving for diverse and authentic Muslim representation in media. The conversation also touches on the need for continuous improvement and support for emerging Muslim artists. Throughout, Arti mentions current and upcoming projects, including a short film and a play, showcasing their multidisciplinary art practice. Hosted by Shahjehan Khan. You can find Arti Ishak on Instagram @artiishak [https://www.instagram.com/artiishak/?hl=en] Check out Arti Ishak's website: https://www.artiishak.com/ [https://www.artiishak.com/] Read more about this interview at https://www.createfann.com/artist-arti-ishak-were-not-artists-first-were-humans-first-fannboy-friday/ [https://www.createfann.com/artist-arti-ishak-were-not-artists-first-were-humans-first-fannboy-friday/] Produced by Rifelion Media [https://www.rifelion.com/]. Learn more at www.createfann.com [https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/655115ea-de0d-11e8-a08f-bf72f7367b9d/podcasts/a0764646-1214-11ee-8ff5-8b880a734e7e/www.createfann.com] For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com. [PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.]    We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 [https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4]   Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy   [https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy%C2%A0%C2%A0] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]