inbetweenish • bridges across cultures
If you're generally confused about where you belong, you may have just stumbled into the right place! The inbetweenish is exactly what it sounds like: it's about the space in-between, where it's neither here nor there, where you don't fit neatly into a box.
Through open conversations with people from all walks of life, we will share personal stories about growing up in numerous countries, amongst different faiths, speaking multiple languages, and integrating into new and diverse cultures. Join me, your host, Beatriz Nour, as I navigate the delicate dynamics of growing up inbetweenish.
inbetweenish • bridges across cultures
🌳 notions of home — with Baharak
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Have you ever asked yourself what ‘home’ means to you?
And did you ever stop to wonder how the words we use matter?
From a young age, Baharak Bashmani, has had to navigate many worlds, each time moving for different reasons: from fleeing her 'home' country, to being resettled by the UNHCR, and later moving by choice. Every move comes with its own trials and tribulations, but ultimately her determination carries her through. As she makes her way through 7 countries, she reflects on her experiences and asks: What is 'home'? And where are my roots? Tune in for an honest conversation as Baharak reveals her notions of 'home', the nuances between fitting in and belonging, and as she reflects on her roots and nomadic lifestyle.
Episode Mentions
- Rooted in B — Baharak’s blog where she writes about her experience as a nomad, and reflects on home, identity, and belonging
- Article Baharak wrote for the UNHCR on #WhatHomeMeans
”She feeds me, listens to my journeys and makes me feel right at home.” - Zan, Zendegi, Azadi (Woman, Life, Freedom)
Rooted in B Article written by Baharak about the current situation in Iran - UNHCR — The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
The UN Refugee Agency that resettled Baharak and her family to Finland.
If you want to learn more about what is being done for refugees and how to help, find out more on their website - The Body Keeps the Score — Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
The go-to book for deconstructing trauma, understanding what it means, and it's affects on both children and adults. Told from a psychologist's perspective.
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More about: Baharak Bashmani (aka B)
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The in-betweenish pod is produced by Beatriz Nour
Music is composed and produced by Malik Elmessiry