Resilience & Comedy: Behind the Lebanese Stand-Up Documentary with Mona Hammoud | A2 THE SHOW #544

In our next episode of A2 THE SHOW, we welcome Mona Hammoud, an award-winning journalist and filmmaker known for her acclaimed documentary The Resilience of the Poppy(صمود ألنعمان), winner of Best International Documentary at the Dublin International Comedy Film Festival. With over a decade of experience across Europe and the Middle East, Mona masterfully captures untold stories that challenge perceptions, focusing on resilience and the transformative power of comedy. Join us as she shares insights into the therapeutic value of stand-up comedy, the behind-the-scenes challenges of independent filmmaking, and the storytelling brilliance of Lebanese comedians. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation! 👉 IG: https://www.instagram.com/mona.hmdelhor184/ 👉Visit our website: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/ ⏰Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 05:19 - Resilience and stand-up as therapy among Lebanese comedians 10:39 - Humanizing comedians and their creative process 15:00 - Behind-the-scenes challenges in documentary filmmaking 20:05 - Stand-up comedy as a coping mechanism 25:25 - Therapeutic value of comedy for performers and audiences 30:00 - Admiration for stand-up comedians 35:42 - Storytelling skills of comedians 40:03 - Supporting independent filmmakers and local screenings 46:46 - Challenges of independent documentary production 51:26 - Final thoughts and documentary updates 🔔Get on an unforgettable adventure with 'A2 The Show'! From inspiring resilience to tickling your funny bone, our podcast is your beacon in the mental health fog. https://www.youtube.com/@A2TheShow/?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Audio Music is currently on your favorite platforms: 👉Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2GQye3rZo6oMf7bMXNyXy7?si=BZmmuvLjT6afpYRsVovWUg&nd=1&dlsi=2e7ed237a1b04221 👉ApplePodcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a2-the-show/id1516414362 ✨Buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/a2theshow 🔗 Linktree https://linktr.ee/a2theshow ✅ Stay Connected With Us. 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a2theshow 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@a2theshow 👉Website: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ============================= ✅ Recommended Playlists 👉 A² - Psychology https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8R-GSmOLFA&list=PLJSbTfMFhOybbbcU4kKikwrRffQBtza6P&pp=iAQB 👉 A² Trending https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFCtqEzRZQ8&list=PLJSbTfMFhOyYDfEnLdM2FmO2LBnjd57SY&pp=iAQB ✅ About A2 The Show Welcome to "A² The Show" – your ticket to the human mind's wild rollercoaster! We're a crew of pals from Lebanon, now globally scattered, who combat homesickness with friendship, gaming, fiery chats, and a sprinkle of controversy. Our podcast is more than just words; it's a fun-fueled rebellion against the everyday and a beacon in the mental health fog. With a diverse lineup of guests who've braved the depths of the human psyche, we're here to inspire resilience, provoke thought, and tickle your funny bone. So strap in for a journey through the human mind's crazy maze. It's like your favorite video game, but the cheat codes are science, empathy, and a dash of madness. Dive into "A² The Show" – your unforgettable adventure starts here! Ride the digital waves with us on social media: @a2theshow Ali "The Professor" Haajl @alitheprofessor alitheprofessor.com Saeed El Jammal @saeedjay97 Mohamed Owydat @mowydat Abbas Jawhar @abbasjawhar3 Ameer Asmar @cold_and_flew Sherif Seif El Nasr For Collaboration and Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: [email protected]

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