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An interview with Renee B. Hage on Starz Radio

Renée B. Hage is the featured author about Farid Al Atrash on “Because of our Past” with Sakr Al Beaini. This is a weekly program from 𝐑𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐳 in Arabic that introduces subjects of art, culture, and community every Wednesday at 11:00 am PST or 9:00 pm GMT.

Art as a Political Tool: The Beirut Call Interview

Image cover of The Beirut Call

This collection from Elyssar Press features the work of 21 artists, poets, professors, and activists, who together are exploring the theme of how—in the words of Dr. Mitri Raheb—“art is a necessity” and “a political tool.”

The Beirut Call: Countdown to Release

The Beirut Call is a collection of first-hand accounts by artists, scholars, and activists exploring the aftermath of the Beirut port explosion on August 4th of 2020.

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