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What does it mean for our digital realities to take root offline? When does digital hate and violence become a danger to the rest of our lives? 
As our digital reality increasingly takes over our lives, we all have concerns about our safety within these spaces, especially as online violence and cyber attacks against women and vulnerable groups continue to increase. That's why we're bringing you the first podcast for Echoes Unmuted: Navigating TFGBV, which is part of our ongoing Echoes Unmuted Project in collaboration with WOW Pakistan ahead of the WOW Festival in January 
Our guest Wardah Iftikhar takes us on a deeper dive into the online and offline consequences of TFGBV, and what it means to create a society that supports women without having to isolate them. 
This series is being delivered with support from the British Council as part of the WOW Pakistan Creative Gender Grants
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Ever worry about what you're putting into the digital realm? Concerned about the kind of backlash you can receive or whether the online hate might cause some very really harm? You're not alone. As our digital reality increasingly takes over our lives, we all have concerns about our safety within these spaces, especially as online violence and cyber attacks against women and vulnerable groups continue to increase. That's why we're bringing you the first podcast for Echoes Unmuted: Navigating TFGBV, which is part of our ongoing Echoes Unmuted Project in collaboration with WOW Pakistan ahead of the WOW Festival in January Our guest Vaneeza Jawad, the communications manager at the Digital Rights Foundation takes us on a deeper dive into the online and offline realities of tech-facilitated gender based violence (TFGBV) what it means to work with survivors and tailoring solutions to a Pakistani context to best serve vulnerable communities 
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What do we mean when we say climate change is gendered? The truth is climate change doesn't impact everyone the same way - and that's why a gendered approach to climate action is crucial to a just, equitable and effective solutions.
In today's episode host Anmol Irfan is joined by Aayisha Siddiqa, a development practitioner working with Baithak - Challenging Taboos on a more gendered approach to climate action in Pakistan. This is the second in a two part episode series as part of Echoes Unmuted: Where Climate Meets Gender, a multimedia educational and awareness initiative in collaboration with WOW Pakistan. For Aayisha, gendered climate action means including more voices and survivors, not excluding - and in this episode she opens up about what it means to balance her own wellbeing with the work she does every day with survivors of climate disasters and how others can get involved. 
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Why do we still shy away from talking about periods? What happens when an already stigmatised issue is made worse by climate disasters? And why do we still struggle with listening to those who are living through the crisis?
 
In today's episode host Anmol Irfan is joined by Bushra Mahnoor, a period rights activist, founder of Mahwari Justice, and winner of the Diana Award. For Bushra, period justice is a key part of achieving a gender just approach to the climate crisis, and she's been working from the grassroots up, all the way to a larger policy level to ensure that the change she hopes to see comes about Through this unfiltered conversation around social stigmas and taboos, and women's health from the lens that it's often most ignored, Bushra challenges conceptions of what helping women really means on the ground. This episode is all about unlearning our preconceived notions around what women in vulnerable situations need and why the climate crisis is and never will be gender-blind. 

How far can we push cinema when we start understanding it as an art? Why is Cannes such a big deal? And who decides what cinema "makes it"? In today's episode host Anmol Irfan is joined by Aleem Bukhari ,a Pakistani filmmaker, and the writer-director of the short horror film, Karmash. Aleem's work pushes the boundaries of what many South Asians consider to be cinema, and asks a very important question, Who are we looking to satisfy with the art we create? By exploring the power of film as an art medium and a way of expression, Aleem takes us through his career path and journey - the highs and the lows. This episode is all about staying true to your creative process and creating for yourself, and Karmash's global success is proof that it works. If you're interested in filmmaking, art or just want to see how passion can really drive meaningful careers, tune inFollow Echoes Media for more slow news and stories on the Global South

What does it mean to be "a woman in a man's world"? And in this day and age, how true is this cliche? In today's episode host Anmol Irfan is joined by Sarosh Ibrahim, a digital creator, communications professional and podcast host, who's work has been creating space for Pakistani women to understand their bodies within the context of desi society. By exploring her own journey as a woman in a public space online, how her content is fueled by her own passions and what drives her, Sarosh takes us through an inspiring and thought provoking journey of self love and what it means to really see our bodies in a new light This episode is for anyone struggling with their bodies or self esteem, or just looking for some support to make sense of what it means to be a woman in these complicated and overly noise times. Follow Echoes Media for more slow news and stories on the Global South

In the race to fulfill all our roles, and put our best foot forward. How we do nurture the creativity within ourselves? Is it writing or art that drives you, or maybe both?
 
In today's episode, host Anmol Irfan is joined artist and writer Kehkashan Khalid, who is also the winner of the 2019 Salam Award. Talking about balancing motherhood with creativity and self, Kehkashan takes us through her own creative journey as she talks about the complexity of speculative fiction, and finding art in her own way. Our latest episode is all about calm. An easy going conversation that let's you go with the flow and maybe find inspiration for your own self. Tune in if you're an an aspiring writer or artist or just on your own mother hood journey looking to find your balance. Follow Echoes Media for more slow news and stories on the Global South

What does creating conversations through food really look like? And what does it mean to build a community through food? 
 
In today's episode, host Anmol Irfan is joined by chef and global F&B consultant Mursal Saiq, who is also the co founder of Cue Point BBQ , a British-Afghan barbecue restaurant in London. Mursal's journey in food is focused on supporting immigrant communities through not only her restaurant but the spaces she creates that put diversity and wellbeing above all else. Our latest episode is part of Echoes Media's indepth exploration of food and identity and takes a deeper look at what it means to build spaces through food that value diverse experiences and what different voices can bring to the table. As Mursal points out, just being able to see people bond over experiences they may have looked down upon is what makes her journey as a chef so fulfilling. Tune in for a conversation that lets you connect with food that truly fulfills not just your stomach but your soul Follow Echoes Media for more slow news and stories on the Global South

Ever wonder what it looks like to work in human rights and really create sustainable support for those who need it?
In today's episode, host Anmol Irfan is joined by award winning entrepreneur and human rights activist Rhiana Spring, founder of Spring ACT - who created the world's first AI powered chatbot for domestic violence survivors and learn about the on ground realities of human rights activism across the world. Our latest episode takes you into the life of someone who has dedicated their time to making the world a better place for others, and pushes you to reimagine what it means to truly help people. As Rhiana says, there are no vulnerable people, only people in vulnerable situations and when we understand that we can create better tools for them to create better realities. Tune in for an an honest and hard hitting take on how the world of human rights and tech collide to make justice more accessible
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Struggling with getting to know yourself? Our latest episode may be just what you need to write your own colorful story. 
 
In today's episode, host Anmol Irfan is joined by Bushra Sultan, the only Pakistani in the arts category in the Forbes 30 under 30 Asia list for 2024. Not only is Bushra a talented artist, she's also a storyteller who creates her own films and brings brand visions to life all in an effort to create art that causes us to stop and think. Our latest episode invites you to think in colour, and look beyond the black and white way of thinking we're often thought. As Bushra says, Art is meant to poke people, so if you're getting uncomfortable, you're doing it right. But how do you sit with that discomfort and move on? Tune in to see how Bushra uses her creativity to make sense of a better worldFollow Echoes Media for more slow news and stories on the Global South.