Shubbak X Afikra Live TALKS TO REFRAME THE ARAB WORLD PRESENTED BY AFIKRA | عفكرة Thu 12 Jun

Hosted by Mikey Muhanna, founder of afikra and host of the afikra podcast, experience an incredible lineup of leading cultural voices: Nadir Nahdi, Alia Alzougbi, Deana Soni, Nasser Shorbaji, Moudhy Al-Rashid, Dinan Alasad and Selma Dabbagh. Each speaker will present a 10-minute talk, exploring subjects ranging from food, ancient history, and literature to music, arts, conflict and justice, and much more.

More than just a talk, this gathering is a vibrant exchange—an opportunity to connect with a dynamic community committed to reshaping the narrative of the Arab world through curiosity and conversation.

About afikra | عفكرة Born from a grassroots movement, afikra has grown into a pioneering global media and educational platform dedicated to fostering intellectual engagement with Arab cultures. Through events, educational initiatives, and media projects, afikra creates spaces for discovery, dialogue, and deeper understanding.

About Mikey Muhanna Mikey Muhanna is the Founder and Executive Director of afikra and host of the popular afikra podcast. A former high school teacher, actuary, and investment quant, he is a Teach For America alum and a graduate of Duke University. With afikra, he has built a global network that transforms passive interest in the Arab world into active intellectual curiosity.

About Shubbak Festival Shubbak Festival (meaning ‘window’ in Arabic) is Europe’s largest biennial celebration of contemporary Arab and SWANA (South West Asian & North African) arts and culture. From 23 May to 15 June 2025, the festival showcases bold, innovative, and culturally authentic works across visual arts, film, music, theatre, dance, literature, and debates, connecting audiences in London, across the UK and beyond.