Dive deep into the fascinating world of the Arabic language and its etymology with Fadi Boukaram, the Lebanese photographer and language enthusiast known for his engaging @cedrusk social media account. In this captivating episode, Fadi takes us on a journey through the origins, development, and intricate beauty of Arabic, sharing how his passion for the language evolved and led him to explore the stories behind everyday words.

0:00 Introduction to Fadi Boukaram and His Linguistic Interests
7:40 Fadi's Fascination with Word Etymology
10:52 Historical Reasons Behind Script Directionality
15:50 Unveiling Origins of Common Words
23:30 Etymology Research Techniques Used by Fadi
27:40 Case Study on the Word 'Persimmon'
29:00 Relationship Between Dialects and Classical Arabic
30:41 Origins of the Word 'Artichoke'
33:00 How Misconceptions Influence Word Evolution
35:00 Global Journey of the Word 'Orange'
36:48 Reflection on Lost Arabic Words
40:10 Evolution of Arabic Poetry
42:00 Fadi's Experience with Global Audiences
47:16 Comics as Tools for Language and Cultural Education
49:47 Updates on Fadi's Language and Photography Projects
56:10 Audience Q&A on Arabic Language and Etymology

Fadi Boukaram, a Lebanese photographer living in Dublin, Ireland, has garnered widespread attention for his insightful exploration of language, linguistics, and etymology on his popular @cedrusk account. His passion for documenting the diverse tapestry of humanity led him to co-found the Observe Collective in 2013, uniting photographers with a shared interest in capturing the essence of human experience. Fadi's work stands at the intersection of visual arts and language, inviting us to see the world—and the words we use to describe it—in a new light.

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