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In this inspiring interview, we sit down with award-winning author, filmmaker, and spiritual teacher Weam Namou to discuss her powerful journey from Baghdad, Iraq, to becoming a celebrated storyteller in America. Weam shares how her Chaldean roots, spiritual studies, and deep healing work have shaped her books, her films — including her groundbreaking movie \"Pomegranate\" — and her mission to uplift unheard voices.


🔥 What We Cover in This Interview:

• Weam’s background growing up as a Chaldean minority in Iraq and immigrating to the U.S.

• How healing and shamanic practices influenced her creativity

• The untold beauty and resilience of the Chaldean culture

• Behind-the-scenes insights into her award-winning film Pomegranate — the first Iraqi American feature narrative led by women talent

• Importance of authentic storytelling

• Weam’s experiences studying with Native American and shamanic teachers

• Advice for women on speaking their truth through art and writing

• How energy work, ancestral healing, and sacred practices impact creativity and community building


🎬 About \"Pomegranate\" the Film: \"Pomegranate\" follows the story of a Muslim refugee woman and a Chaldean Christian woman navigating life, freedom, and identity in post-2016 America. It’s a heart-opening, funny, and authentic portrayal of immigrant life, female empowerment, and cultural healing.


🏆 Pomegranate has won over 40 awards internationally and is available for streaming on:

• Amazon Prime

• Apple TV


YouTube

• 25+ international educational platforms

• 👉 Learn more about Weam Namou:



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