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Finding the Caliph's House | Tahir Shah

In this episode of the Ehkili podcast, we have a conversation with Tahir Shah, a renowned author and filmmaker, as he shares his rich experiences in the Arab region, particularly Morocco. Shah's book, "The Caliph's House," inspired by his childhood trips from Marrakesh to the Sahara, offers a vivid account of his adventures and the profound cultural insights he gained along the way. 00:00 Introduction: A Warm Welcome to Tahir Shah 01:18 Casablanca Connections: Exploring Shah’s Personal Ties and Experiences With Casablanca 04:40 Historical Insights: Discussion on the Historical Significance and the Origin of Casablanca's Name 09:20 Moroccan Cities: A Tour of Other Notable Cities Across Morocco 14:30 Writing 'The Caliph’s House': Insights Into the Creative Process Behind the Book 19:30 Humorous Encounters: Anecdotes From the Book, Including "There’s a Jin in the Bathroom" 25:14 Life in Casablanca: Reflections on the Dynamic and Sometimes Chaotic Life in the City 27:43 Family and Heritage: Shah’s Familial History and Its Connections to Casablanca 33:14 Target Audience: Discussing Who Would Benefit Most From Reading "The Caliph's House" 36:03 Moroccan Kingdom: Exploring the Broader Cultural and Historical Context of Morocco 39:20 Recommended Reads: Books Suggested by Shah for Further Understanding of the Region 42:40 Author's Journey: Shah Discusses His Evolution as a Writer and Offers Advice for Aspiring Authors 53:19 Q&A: Answering Questions From the Audience Tahir Shah is a prolific writer whose extensive body of work spans fiction, non-fiction, documentaries, and journalism. With over forty works to his name, Shah is celebrated for his adventurous spirit and deep appreciation for the world's hidden or lesser-known cultures. His work has been translated into multiple languages, and his documentaries have been featured on prominent platforms such as National Geographic TV and The History Channel. Shah's storytelling is known for its engaging narrative style and its ability to reveal the unseen aspects of the places he explores. Theme music: Peninsular, Tarek Yamani 🔊 https://spoti.fi/47I59ns Hosted by: Mikey Muhanna 👉   / mikey_mu   FOLLOW & RATE THE EHKILI PODCAST: » Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... » Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4khpLDZ... » Anghami: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1044... THIS SERIES IS PART OF THE AFIKRA PODCAST NETWORK Explore all episodes in this series:    • Ehkili | Books & Literature from the Arab ...   ABOUT AFIKRA afikra | عفكرة is a movement to convert passive interest in the Arab world to active intellectual curiosity. We aim to collectively reframe the dominant narrative of the region by exploring the histories and cultures of the region – past, present and future – through conversations driven by curiosity. 📍 Local events in 40+ locations worldwide http://afikra.com/chapters 🎧 New podcasts + videos weekly http://afikra.com/podcasts ⚡ Become a member: https://www.afikra.com/membership 🔗 Instagram:   / afikra_   🔗 Facebook:   / afikra.official   🔗 Twitter:   / afikra   #TahirShah #TheCaliphsHouse #Morocco #Casablanca #TravelWriting #CulturalExploration #AuthorInterview #BookClub