Yalla & Yap
Yalla & Yap is a Muslim Arab-American Millennial podcast that dives deep into the unique blend of heritage and modern experiences. Join our hosts as they navigate their cultural roots while embracing the diverse opportunities and challenges they face in the US.
Each episode offers candid conversations, personal stories, and vibrant discussions on identity, community, faith, and career. Tune in to hear voices that are reshaping the narrative and celebrating the strength and resilience of Muslim American women in today’s world.
Yalla & Yap
American Muslims and EPIC City, The Billion Dollar Investment
In this episode of Yalla & Yap, Lena, Manal, and Deanna are joined by special guest Abdullah Khatib to discuss the significance of the Epic City Project and the importance of political engagement within the Muslim community.
Reflecting on responses from their previous episode about Epic City, the hosts explore varying community perspectives, including concerns about segregation and the project's financial implications. Abdullah, a local Muslim community organizer and political activist, emphasizes the need for increased voter turnout and political contributions among Muslims to influence local elections and ensure their interests are represented.
The discussion underscores the necessity of civic participation as a means to foster community growth and ensure equitable treatment in the political landscape.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:23 Community Reactions to Epic City
02:57 Introducing Abdullah Khatib
03:16 Epic 2.0: Civic Engagement and Investment
10:53 Challenges and Opportunities in Political Engagement
20:25 The Importance of Voting and Political Contributions
29:45 Final Thoughts and Call to Action