Habibi House Podcast

What is the “Epstein Class”?In this episode of Habibi House, Rolla joins the conversation to unpack one of the most controversial ideas circulating today... the existence of an interconnected global network of powerful figures across finance, media, politics, tech, and entertainment.The discussion explores how elite power networks operate, how information flows are controlled, and how modern technology, including AI and media platforms, shapes public perception and political narratives.We also dive into the broader cultural impact of propaganda, the role of Hollywood in shaping geopolitical narratives, and how independent platforms may be opening space for alternative perspectives.Topics covered include:• The idea of a “ruling class” operating across industries• Why elite power networks protect each other• Media influence and cultural narrative shaping• The impact of AI on information and critical thinking• Hollywood’s role in shaping political narratives• Why independent media platforms are becoming importantThe conversation also touches on how power, culture, and storytelling intersect... particularly for Arab and Palestinian creators trying to reclaim their narratives in media.As Rolla explains during the episode, one of the biggest concerns today is how easily centralized platforms can shape what people believe and how they interpret events. 0:00 Intro & studio setup2:10 Palestinian diaspora and identity5:30 Watermelon Pictures and independent film9:00 Palestinian folklore and storytelling12:40 AI, media technology and creativity17:00 AI and the future of information control23:00 The Epstein files and elite power networks27:40 The idea of a “ruling class” across industries33:00 Media narratives and propaganda systems39:30 Secret societies and historical power networks44:00 Gaza, media exposure and global reaction50:00 Hollywood narratives and Arab representation56:00 Final thoughts: reclaiming our storiesepstein classelite power networkshabibi house podcastmedia power structuresglobal elitesindependent mediaAI and mediapalestinian diasporaarab representation hollywoodpower and propagandapolitics and mediaelite influence

In this gem of an episode at the Habibi House, we break down the idea of a “No State Solution” and why the future of Palestine may lie beyond both the one-state and two-state frameworks.Our guest Charles McBryde returns after traveling to the West Bank, Lebanon, Ramallah, Nablus, T*l Av*v, and Bethlehem while finishing his upcoming documentary on UNRWA and the war on Palestinian identity. From collapsing in the Church of the Nativity to navigating the West Bank hospital system, he shares firsthand experiences inside occupied Palestine and why he believes the war on Gaza and the war on UNRWA are part of the same political project.We go deep into:• Why the two-state solution is collapsing• The rise of Israel’s far-right political generation• UNRWA and the erasure of Palestinian refugee identity• The difference between supporting a government and supporting a people• Ukraine vs Russia and the geopolitics of resistance• NATO, imperialism, and mineral politics• Borders, sovereignty, and the limits of the nation-state• AI, tech monopolies, and the future of digital powerThis conversation challenges mainstream narratives about Israel, Palestine, Gaza, Zionism, imperial power, and global conflict. If you’re looking for nuance beyond slogans... this is it.Resistance, sovereignty, and identity are not simple binaries. We unpack the gray areas.Subscribe for long-form conversations on Palestine, the MENA diaspora, geopolitics, media, and cultural power.—#Palestine #Gaza #UNRWA #Israel #Ukraine #Zionism #TwoStateSolution #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #HabibiHouse

For years, he believed in Zionism.He defended it. He built relationships around it.Then everything changed.Now Streaming on Watermelon Plus!Use code HABIBI15!https://watch.watermelonpictures.com/habibi-houseIn this episode of Habibi House, we sit down for an honest conversation about ideology, accountability, and what happens when your worldview shifts in public. From personal loss to activism, this is a story about unlearning, consequences, and choosing to speak out.We discuss:• Growing up inside a belief system• The moment perspectives began to change• Losing friends and community after speaking out• The Gaza flotilla experience• Detention and interrogation• The emotional cost of taking a stance• What accountability and growth actually look like

She’s half Irish. She’s half Palestinian. And she’s done pretending that doesn’t matter.In this episode, Sarah Alami talks about breaking into Hollywood, booking major roles, joining SAG… and then watching doors slowly close once she started speaking openly about Palestine. We get into what it’s like growing up between Catholic school and Muslim identity, being told you don’t belong, and then trying to survive in an industry that wants you marketable, not honest.We talk about propaganda, BrownFace, losing representation, organizing inside SAG for a ceasefire, and why staying quiet was never an option. This isn’t a polished PR story. It’s about identity, grief, faith, family, and the price of telling the truth when it’s inconvenient.If you’ve ever felt split between worlds or punished for saying what you believe...this conversation will hit.

Season 3 Premiere: Habibi House x Lauren JaureguiFifth Harmony’s Lauren Jauregui joins Habibi House for a raw, soul-baring season premiere. From pop machine survivor to independent rebel, Lauren opens up about reclaiming her voice, navigating an industry that rewards silence, and creating art that speaks truth without apology.We dive deep into:Her Cuban-American identity and global activismBreaking out of the Fifth Harmony boxHow Dancing with the Stars reintroduced her to the worldHer powerful new single “Ego” and the vulnerability behind itThe price of integrity in the music industryIf you’ve ever felt boxed in by expectations or silenced by systems, this episode is for you.Stream “Ego” everywhere.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more radical storytelling.Sponsored by Stitch4Pali — Free Palestine streetwear made with heart. Get yours at stitch4pali.com with promo code HABIBIHOUSE0:00 – Emotional opening and Lauren’s arrival1:17 – Fifth Harmony, pop stardom & “the machine”2:04 – Stitch for Pali sponsor segment3:28 – Dancing with the Stars & public reinvention12:09 – Going independent & industry censorship13:00 – “Integrity isn’t rewarded”14:00 – Being a Black sheep in pop culture40:00 – New era, new sound: “Ego”44:00 – Live acoustic performance of “Ego”46:00 – Gift unboxing & Stitch for Pali shoutout47:13 – Free Palestine moment