• 20 Jan, 2026

“Idlib Podcast” is distinguished by its ability to bring together voices from inside the city and from the diaspora, offering a rich and rare blend of experiences that reflect the diversity of the Idlib community wherever it exists. Life in Idlib today is vastly different from the lives of those who have migrated or sought refuge abroad, yet the bond between the two remains strong—a bond rooted in identity, memories, and the desire to tell the story

:Through its episodes, the podcast hosts guests from various fields
    Local entrepreneurs sharing their experiences of launching projects under difficult conditions
    University students speaking about their dreams and determination to continue their education
    Migrants in Turkey and Europe recounting the shock of transition and the toughest challenges they faced in their early days
    Artists and writers who returned to revive works connected to their roots
    Women whose names have shone in community or humanitarian work

Each guest contributes a piece to the larger picture—a picture of a diverse community: wounded yet strong, changing yet firmly attached to its identity. The conversations reveal a clear contrast between life inside the city and life in exile, yet at the same time unite both realities at one point: people’s desire to participate, to speak, and to feel that their voices are heard

Guests from abroad often express their longing for the city, its old places, the small details of daily life, and even the noise that has become, for them, a cherished memory. Guests from inside the city, on the other hand, offer a vivid perspective on everyday life, the resilience of people, and how they strive to build a future despite the circumstances

These interviews are not merely conversations, but bridges connecting two worlds. They allow those abroad to feel still connected to their roots, while introducing city residents to the experiences of those who forged paths beyond it. In this way, “Idlib Podcast” becomes a space where voices meet, stories intertwine, and the complete story of the Idlibi human experience is told—wherever they may be