The Assyrian Podcast

30/12/2025

Want to help us share great stories? We’re looking for a social media volunteer (about 5 hours a month) to:
    •    Create and post episode content 
    •    Engage with our audience through polls, IG lives, and more. 

Only 1–2 episodes a month. Easy, fun, and a great way to gain experience while contributing to the greater Assyrian good! If this sounds like something you’re interested in, send us a DM or email us at [email protected]

24/12/2024

23/12/2024

Our final episode of the year features an unexpected guest and a conversation unlike any we’ve had before. From cultural reflections to thought-provoking questions, this episode will leave you intrigued. Tune in to discover who’s joining us for this unforgettable finale!

17/12/2024

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Christina Salem is the director of ACS Mental Health, an author, and an entrepreneur. She is from West Bloomfield, Michigan, and is an active member of the Assyrian community in Michigan. Her hard work ethic inspires all aspiring entrepreneurs who strive to give back to their community. In this interview, Christina talks about ACS Mental Health, Salem’s Vision, and her book, this girl i met in the bathroom. Tune in to hear her insights from her experiences!
ACS Mental Health website: acsmentalhealth.org
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Website: Salemsvision.com
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16/12/2024

This week, we’re sitting down with a passionate mental health advocate, author, and entrepreneur who is making waves in the Assyrian community. Discover how she’s addressing mental health needs, empowering others through her entrepreneurial journey, and sharing powerful insights from her latest book. Tune in to hear her incredible story and be inspired to make a difference in your own community!

26/11/2024

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Arim Hawsho is an Assyrian writer and researcher based in Stockholm, where he lives with his wife and three kids. With a passion for exploring ancient Assyrian culture through food, history, and daily life, Arim connects the past with the present. His upcoming cookbook, Table of Gods, features over 60 recipes inspired by the flavors of ancient Mesopotamia. Through his work, Arim aims to make the rich heritage of Assyria accessible and engaging for modern audiences.

Guest: Arim Hawsho
Title: Table of Gods
Website: https://www.tableofgods.com/
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26/11/2024

🍽️ Get ready for an extraordinary journey through time and taste! In our upcoming episode, we’re diving deep into the world of ancient Mesopotamian cuisine with a passionate Assyrian author who’s transforming culinary history! 🍽️

25/11/2024

Beyond the TV screens, ABC7’s Diane Pathieu is also a full-time caregiver to her husband Nick. Since his diagnosis with stage four glioblastoma in December 2020, Nick and Diane have shown incredible strength and unwavering hope as they navigate this journey together.

Tune in to Episode 210 of the Assyrian Podcast to hear how Nick’s resilience and Diane’s dedication turned a one-year prognosis into a journey of triumph. Their story is a testament to the power of choosing hope over fear.

12/11/2024

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This week’s guest is Diane Pathieu, an accomplished journalist and news anchor, with a career in broadcast media. From her early steps in the newsroo to becoming a trusted voice in Chicago, Diane shares her journey in broadcast media, insights on the changing landscape of journalism, and the pivotal moments that shaped her path. Plus, she opens up about deeply personal experiences, including her husband’s battle with brain cancer and navigating infertility. Tune in for a episode filled with resilience, cultural pride, and the power of storytelling.

11/11/2024

Breaking barriers and making history—this week, we’re joined by a trailblazer who opened doors for Assyrian representation as a TV reporter in Chicago. Hear how she navigated challenges, broke new ground, and brought our stories to the screen. 🎞️

15/10/2024

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Episode 209 - Join us as we dive into vital themes like vocation and calling, the church’s role in our communities, and the unity between the Assyrian and Chaldean churches. We’ll hear from Father Peter Patros and Father Andrew Aziz about their personal ministries, the challenges they face, and contemporary issues affecting our faith. Plus, they’ll share valuable advice for navigating life’s complexities.

Fr. Peter Patros is the youngest of six children and the only one born in the United States. Raised in San Diego, he entered Mar Abba Seminary after high school and was ordained a priest in December 2018. After serving in San Diego, Turlock and Ceres, he currently serves as pastor at Mar Abraham Chaldean Catholic Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. Fr. Andrew Aziz was born and raised in Modesto, California on July 23, 1995. In 2006, he and his younger brother and parents moved to Arizona. He became an active member at Mar Yosip Khnanisho Parish’s Youth association, where he began studying for the diaconate in 2009 and served as the parish’s youth president for 5 years. He was ordained a priest by His Holiness Mar Awa III Catholicos-Patriarch on June 30, 2024, and serves as the Youth Overseer in the Diocese of Western USA.

Tune in for insights that resonate! 🙏

15/10/2024

Join us as we dive into vital themes like vocation and calling, the church’s role in our communities, and the unity between the Assyrian and Chaldean churches. We’ll hear from Father Peter Patros and Father Andrew Aziz about their personal ministries, the challenges they face, and contemporary issues affecting our faith. Plus, they’ll share valuable advice for navigating life’s complexities. Tune in for insights that resonate! 🙏