Hyphenated Journey

"I had the deep pleasure of working with Karim and the brilliant team at Hakawati on the production of Hyphenated Journey, a ten-part podcast miniseries that explores identity, belonging, and what it means to grow up between cultures.Karim is a true genius in audio production—his world-class skill set and intuitive storytelling brought this series to life in ways that surpassed my vision. With his magic touch, the soundscape became a second narrator, quietly guiding listeners through every personal memory, moment of grief, and flash of joy.Hyphenated Journey was featured at the top of the carousel on Apple Podcasts, and was nominated for "Changing the World One Moment at a Time" at the International Women’s Podcast Awards in London."Yasmeen Turayhi
Host & creator

Taboo

"I always dreamt of having a show where I could speak openly about mental health and social issues in Arabic. For a long time, I kept postponing it, I didn’t know how or when to start. Pitching the idea to Hakawati was the turning point. With their support and guidance, I was finally able to create a show that’s now one of the top Arabic-language mental health podcasts in the Middle East.From day one, the team was welcoming and truly listened to my ideas and concerns. They made every step feel doable, offering the right support at the right time. Thanks to them, this journey has been both enjoyable and meaningful.
My dream came true, and now I get to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people around the world who tune in, listen, and learn."Warde Bou Daher
Host & Creator

Awwal Shi Bonsoir

"This podcast started as a wild idea between a few friends, and somehow, thanks to the team at Hakawati, it became a thing. From day one, they totally got the vibe we were going for: smart, chaotic, funny, and real. They helped us shape the concept into something that actually worked, and handled all the tech and post-production magic that made us sound way more professional than we are.But more than that, they believed in the show, and that energy translated. We now have this weird, hilarious, loyal community that treats every episode like an inside joke. It’s wild. If you’re looking to build a podcast that actually stands out, these are the people you want in your corner."Ghenwa Kaedbey
Host & Creator

Hakeh Sareeh

"I’ve been recording podcasts for five years with the Hakawati team, and they’ve been nothing but exceptional. Always on time, consistently professional, and endlessly supportive, they bring a rare mix of technical excellence and human warmth to every project. I trust them completely, and working with them continues to be one of the best parts of my creative process."Dr. Sandrine Atallah
Host & Writer