On this 3rd episode of the Rundown, host Zeina Amin and producers Mariam Aly and Heidi Sallam discuss the local artistic and entertainment events happening in Cairo in the past month. 

Topics discussed on the Roundtable discussion:

First: Mohamed Henedy's Play 3 Days in the North Coast
http://en.elbalad.news/2398155 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vcDgF85ngc
Mohamed Henedy has set his mind on bringing back the old comedy of the Egyptian theater. He therefore, produced and acting in the most recent play "3 ayam fel sahel" co-starring with other famous actors such as Bayoumi Fouad and Maha Abo Ouaf. The reviews however, were controversial and some were not as expected. The play is also announced to be taking a world tour very soon, by sponsoring of global company, Levetti. 

2nd: The Art Tours around Cairo
https://www.cairo360.com/event/art-bazaar-at-al-kahila-art-gallery/
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g294201-Activities-c26-t142-Cairo_Cairo_Governorate.html

Cairo has been supporting the art the past few months, and since now the value of art is at its highest and art collectors are taking advantage of such, a few bazars have been touring around Cairo in order to raise awareness for its importance. We discussed the importance of art in Egypt and the various locations of current and future exhibitions.

3rd: Awladna Event for people with disabilities
https://www.unicef.org/egypt/stories/awladna
The Worx EMC through their most recent event at the Cairo Opera House in Zamalek last Monday for people with disabilities to express themselves and get attention. The event sponsored by President Abdelfattah El Sisi, for the Awaladna organization, opened up many debates and opportunities for companies such as Careem Car services and DMC to portray how they include those with disabilities in their teams to strengthen them. The event also withheld various performances and activities for those who are gifted. 

For the interview segment, Zeina Amin, interviewed Sherifa Azmi, co-owner and part time worker at the Art Cafe about her opinion and experience on indulging the art field into the business world. 

For the AUC Question of the Day segment, we asked the AUC community what they think of the attendance policy and whether they'd come to classes if it weren't for it. 
Credits:
Music: sleepless nights by Anitek 
www.jamendo.com/track/802176/slee…ights?language=it
Professor: Kim Fox @ohardiogirl 
Host: Zeina Amin @zeinamin99
Producer 1: Heidi Sallam @heidiahmed 
Producer 2: Maryam Aly @mariamhassan15

Transcript for the show:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AGo3_P3Jtw-jh8WNtKIhxCu83QexHMnwf56VfnbaDGs/edit?usp=sharing

Group 1 - Rundown Show:: Arts and Entertainment, Episode 3

Amongst AUC's various hangout spots, the Americana food court is one of any students' favorites. Listen to my essay and explore the various sounds and options at the food court.
These are NAT sounds collected by Maged, Mariam and Zeina from the Americana Food Court at the American University in Cairo, accompanied by a narration; explaining the sounds.

Narration by: Zeina Amin
Photo Credit: https://twitter.com/caravan_auc/status/653169850001530880
Script: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QUFkYvp3--HFHrTgKARqpYQcF3l4VD9n3BnYFsPtk4g/edit

Nat Sound Essay:: The New Americana

What it's like having to strive and start from nothing as a woman in Egypt. Injy, tells us about her experience with sexual harassment after moving back to Egypt from London. 

This Audio Documentary is for the Digital Storytelling course offered at The American University in Cairo, under the supervision of Doctor Ronnie Close.

Sexual Harassment in Egypt

On this episode of the Rundown, host Maryam Aly and producers Zeina Amin and Heidi Sallam discuss current events in Arts and Entertainment. 

Topics discussed on the Roundtable discussion:

Festivals and Carnivals that are happening all around Cairo during these couple of weeks. The American University in Cairo hosted a Spring Festival few days ago presenting Mahmoud el Esseily one of the most famous Egyptian singers in Cairo. Moreover, a band called Strawberry Swing and Disco Misr also preformed there letting the crowd go crazy. The spring festival also presented several international cuisines with some of their live performances on the stage too. 
http://www.egypttoday.com/Article/4/66609/Mohamed-Ramadan-to-perform-his-1st-concert-on-March-29

Arab and African youth forum will be taking place starting from the 16th of march till the 18th in Aswan. This type of platform is founded for youth in both regions in order to share and exchange experiences. Participants will have the chance to discuss topics that concern both regions with the aim of fostering the Arab African cooperation . The Arab African youth platform will hold various sessions, workshops and many more which will hopefully bridge the gap between our young promising leaders and top policy and decision makers.  
http://www.egypttoday.com/Article/1/65082/Aswan-hosts-Arab-African-Youth-Forum-on-March-16-18

Leaving Neverland , HBO just premiered the first part of the controversial documentary Leaving Neverland a and it was not an easy two-hour watch.
The documentary, which the Michael Jackson estate sued HBO over, features interviews with Wade Robson, James "Jimmy" Safechuck, and their families as they document their entire relationships with Michael Jackson when the two boys were children, starting with how they met and going into graphic detail about how the alleged sexual abuse occurred. 
https://www.eonline.com/news/1020142/leaving-neverland-premieres-what-happened-in-part-one?cmpid=social_instagram_bio

For the interview segment, Host Maryam Aly interviewed Nadine Fayez, assistant of a well known event planner from Live Creations. 

Credits: 
Music: Sleepless night by Anitek
Professor: Kim Fox @ohradiogirl 
Host: Maryam Aly
Producer 1: @HeidiSallam 
Producer 2: @ZeinaAmin99
Transcript: docs.google.com/document/d/1Ht0mG…/edit?usp=sharing 
Image Credits: Heidi Sallam.

The Rundown Group 1 :: Arts and Entertainment, Episode 5

On this episode on the Rundown, host Zeina Amin and producers Heidi Sallam and Maryam Aly discuss current events in Busniess and Sports.

Topics discussed in the Roundtable discussion:

The rise of startups and entrepreneurship.
https://arcticstartup.com/end-startups-rise-true-entrepreneurs/
It is inevitable due to the fact that technologies of the future require a lot of  capital, data, know-how and that the future is behind big companies who learned how to semi-agile and have the funds to support their innovation.
This development is a good thing and an amazing opportunity for “true entrepreneurs”. While is everyone is building  startups, looking for funding and having fun at events.  

Social media day in Gouna Retreat on the 28th of March 2019.
 http://www.startupsceneme.com/OPPORTUNITIES/MASHABLE-S-SOCIAL-MEDIA-DAY-TAKES-OFF-ON-ITS-7TH-YEAR-IN-EGYPT
Social media day is an annual global event that recognizes the digital revolution happening right before our eyes. It is a global celebration of the technological advancements that enable everyone to connect with real time information, communicate from miles apart and have their voices be heard. Last year, hundreds of meetups involving thousands of people took place across the globe. Diverse locations such as Morocco, the Philippines and Sri Lanka hosted some of the most well-attended events. 

Cairo runners:
https://www.cairorunners.com/
Cairo runner’s first event in the capital’s most culturally rich area is Taalat Harb Square and Kasr El Nil Bridge, and includes five races: a full 42km marathon, a 21km half-marathon, family run and fun run as well as Para Wheelchair race.
Mohamed Rab3 won first place for the whole 42km marathon.

For the interview segment , Zeina Amin interviewed Youssef ElGhannam former crossfit coach and athlete on holding a Guinness World Record.

 

Credits:

Music: sleepless nights by anitek
Professor: Kim Fox @ohradiogirl

Producer 1: @HeidiSallam
Producer 2: @MaryamAly

Image Credits: Haidy Kandil

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ht0mGs2vv-02eFhB703uf2b4yCORtOf112mWyRvNhUg/edit?usp=sharing

The Rundown Group 1 :: Business and Sports, Episode 6

I'm Zeina Amin, a Communication and Media Arts junior student at AUC and this is my audio diary for the Audio Production Class. AUC diaries, were a concept started by Professor Kim Fox, and are encouraged for everyone to participate in sharing. Therefore, here's a ride through one of my very eventful weekends. 

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f_0QNe1Y7p_JkWtaWAK3EH2THRG77oEn0lcwk8J5Ixk/edit?usp=sharing 
Image: @Wady Degla Protectorate, taken by: Youssef Girgis.

Slow down weekend!!

A housewife, an almost single parent and a mother of 3, including a severely autistic child, deicides to go back to work after more than 12 years. Here's a slight part of how she faces her everyday challenges and struggles and what made her go back to work after all these years.
The interviewee has decided to keep a fake name in order to preserve her identity as she's embarking in the field and does not want to be recognized. 

Image credits: https://medpsych.net/how-a-psychiatrist-can-help-your-child/ 
Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X_RfMT1dcA3RXw9Zy2SzY4557NedwNpTXxa-R9tpgzQ/edit?usp=sharing

Calling for an Evaluation

This Audio documentary aims to highlight the journey of a housewife, with 3 children, in which the middle child is severely autistic, whose husband traveled to live abroad as she started taking steps into starting her career in the psychiatry field. 
This audio feature was produced for the Audio Production course at The American University in Cairo, taught by Professor Kim Fox in the Spring Semester of 2019. 

Credits : 
Music : Struggles by Tinush 
Interviewee : Doctor Rania Sayed
Image : https://sheroes.com/articles/what-is-the-difference-between-housewife-and-homemaker/MjM5Nw== 

DAR link: http://dar.aucegypt.edu/handle/10526/5686 
Script : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1afiwp0yOetVGrv2tM2D1GrGDrDheQVNwYFALnGX-YUc/edit?usp=sharing

Calling for a Psych Evaluation!

This is a love letter from AlFayoum to it's sister city, Cairo. 

This podcast serves as part of an awareness campaign to shed light on Al Fayoum's treasures and essences, for a Communication and Media arts Graduation at AUC.

Picture credits: @explorefayoum

My Dearest Little Sister,

أهل القاهرة كان عندهم مفاهيم غلط خالص عن الفيوم و بعيدة عن الواقع, إسمعو رأيي أهل الفيوم عن أقاويل القهروية. 

This podcast serves as part of an awareness campaign to shed light on AlFayoum's treasures and essences, for a Communication and Media arts Graduation project at AUC.