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The Seeds

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Fréquence : 1 épisode/9j. Total Éps: 7

Every story starts with a seed. Alana Hadid is on a mission to dig into the tiny, weird, wonderful moments that shape us — one silly, vulnerable and deep conversation at a time. The Seeds is where artists, activists, and icons open up like you’ve never heard them before. This season, Alana sits down with folks like Hasan Piker (political firestarter), Mona Chalabi (Pulitzer Prize winning data queen), Aja Monet (award-winning poet of your dreams), Kendrick Sampson (activist/heartthrob, Insecure & I’m A Virgo), Melissa Barrera (hello, horror icon), and Poppy Liu (actual magic, Hacks). We get into childhood memories, big feels, late-night thoughts, early crushes, politics, love, art — the real stuff. So pull up a seat. New episodes every Tuesday, starting June 4. Follow on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Presented by Watermelon Pictures. Produced by Dustlight Productions.

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The Seeds - Trailer

mardi 20 mai 2025 • Durée 01:25

Every story starts with a seed.

Alana Hadid is on a mission to dig into the tiny, weird, wonderful moments that shape us — one lighthearted, vulnerable, and deep conversation at a time.

The Seeds is where artists, activists, and icons open up like you’ve never heard them before.

This season, Alana (IG) sits down with:

Hasan Piker (IG | YouTube)
Mona Chalabi (IG)
Aja Monet (IG)
Kendrick Sampson (IG)
Melissa Barrera (IG)
Poppy Liu (IG)

We get into childhood memories, big feels, late-night thoughts, early crushes, politics, love, art — the real stuff. So pull up a seat.

🎧 New episodes every Tuesday, starting June 4

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Presented by

Watermelon Pictures → @watermelonpictures | watermelonpictures.com

Produced by

Dustlight Productions → @dustlight_co | dustlight.co
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Credits

Host – Alana Hadid
Showrunner & Executive Producer – Misha Euceph (IG, Tik Tok)
Executive Producers – Badie Ali, Hamza Ali
Associate Producer - Munir Atalla
Producer & Researcher – Sarah Moawad
Editor, DP, & Sound Engineer – Mike O’Brien
Consulting Director, Intro Sequence – Mahnoor Euceph
Production Designer – Kendra Bradanini
Art Assistant – Noor Salim
Branding & Design – Alicia Tatone
Composer – Andy Clausen
Intro Sequence Colorist – Chehade Boulos
PR & Marketing – Kristina Ferris & Daniela Sapkar

Special thanks to Lighthouse Studios, Jack Menzies, Gordy Michie, Isabella Calderon, Sammy Strittmatter, Chrissy Maron, Sara Mengesha, Edwin Henry.

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How Palestine Transformed Poppy Liu of Hit Show, Hacks | The Seeds with Alana Hadid

Épisode 1

vendredi 6 juin 2025 • Durée 53:57

In the very first episode of The Seeds, host Alana Hadid sits down with Poppy Liu (they/she) — actor, doula, and activist — to talk about ancestry, speaking out for Gaza, postpartum rituals, immigration and motherhood.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Poppy
00:22 SKIP INTRO
00:36 The Chicken Saga Begins
01:15 Sitting the Month Tradition
02:32 Chicken Trauma and Survival
06:35 Citizen App and Archery
08:56 Poppy's Identity and Self-Description
11:00 Childhood and Cultural Transitions
15:43 Diaspora and Longing for Homeland
23:52 Palestine and Political Awakening
28:12 The Hypocrisy of Selective Activism
29:55 Motherhood and Activism
31:46 Family and Political Alignment
34:13 Becoming a Doula
36:42 Speed Round
45:30 Chicken Farming Adventures
48:57 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Follow the Show

📸 Instagram: @theseedsfm
🎥 Presented by Watermelon Pictures - www.watermelonpictures.com
🎙️ Produced by Dustlight Productions - https://dustlight.co

Follow Alana Hadid

IG: @lanzybear
TikTok: @alanahadid

Follow Poppy Liu

IG: @poppyliu

Credits

Hasan Piker Breaks Down Streaming, Socialism, and Internet Hate | The Seeds with Alana Hadid

Épisode 2

vendredi 13 juin 2025 • Durée 49:49

In this episode, host Alana Hadid sit down with Hasan Piker — political streamer, political commentator, and king of thirst traps — to talk about the day-to-day behind streaming, dodging online death threats, and the role of luck in life. From his early days working in Hollywood to becoming one of the internet’s most-watched political voices, Hasan shares unfiltered stories about burnout, fighting with Donald Trump and Elon Musk, and that one time he accidentally created chaos on stream with a wild slip-up. Plus, a surprise arm wrestling contest.

Chapters:

00:00 Discovering a Shared Past

00:22 SKIP INTRO

00:58 Life as a Club Promoter

02:38 Academic Pursuits and Cultural Insights

03:06 Arm Wrestling Challenge

05:29 A Day in the Life of a Streamer

09:47 Balancing Work and Social Life

15:28 Speed Round: Quick Questions

22:23 Unexpected Follower Drama

22:41 Favorite Conspiracy Theories

24:24 Constitutional Amendments and Enforcing Laws

25:31 Embarrassing Stream Moments

26:33 Audience Demographics and Influences

28:44 Death Threats and Online Harassment

32:25 Socialism and Wealth Misconceptions

39:24 Future Goals and Personal Life

41:21 Tasting Palestinian Knafeh

47:48 Final Thoughts and Farewell

*Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of Dustlight Productions, Watermelon Pictures, or any of their affiliates, employees, officers, or representatives. These companies do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements made during the podcast.

Melissa Barrera: From Soap Operas to Horror Queen | The Seeds with Alana Hadid

Épisode 3

vendredi 20 juin 2025 • Durée 01:11:30

Host Alana Hadid talks to actress, Melissa Barrera, about the actress’s life purpose and her inspiring journey — from growing up as a tomboy in Monterrey, Mexico, to breaking barriers in Hollywood as a leading Latina actress to speaking about Palestine. In this episode, Melissa opens up about her identity, her rituals, and the ghosts (metaphorical and possibly literal 👀) that she’s carried with her through life and into every role. From In the Heights to Scream, she’s more than a breakout star — Melissa’s redefining what representation looks like on screen.

Chapters:
00:00 Growing up with motorcycles
00:22 SKIP INTRO
01:15 Melissa: A Tomboy
03:07 From Tomboy to Limited Too
05:41 Bilingual Upbringing
10:29 Who is Melissa Barrera?
17:00 Rituals and Daily Habits
22:47 Journey in the Entertainment Industry
34:39 Reflecting on a Vida
35:05 Championing Latin Representation
36:31 Navigating Hollywood's Limitations
38:00 Breaking Stereotypes in Casting
39:17 Embracing the Horror Genre
42:04 Melissa's Superstitions
44:01 Advocating for Palestine
47:29 Angel Cards
52:11 Speed Round
01:09:25 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

Follow the Show:
📸 Instagram: @theseedsfm
🎥 Presented by Watermelon Pictures
🎙️ Produced by Dustlight Productions

Follow Alana Hadid:
IG: @lanzybear
TikTok: @alanahadid

Follow Melissa Barrera:
IG: @melissabarreram

Credits:Host – Alana HadidShowrunner & Executive Producer – Misha EucephExecutive Producers – Badie Ali, Hamza AliAssociate Producer – Munir AtallaProducer & Researcher – Sarah MoawadEditor, DP, & Sound Engineer – Mike O’BrienIntro Sequence Director – Mahnoor EucephProduction Designer – Kendra BradaniniArt Assistant – Noor SalimDesign – Alicia TatoneComposer – Andy ClausenIntro Colorist – Chehade BoulosTech – Randy BurgessMarketing – Kristina Ferris & Daniela SapkarSpecial thanks: Lighthouse Studios, Jack Menzies, Gordy Michie, Isabella Calderon, Sammy Strittmatter, Chrissy Maron, Sara Mengesha, Edwin Henry.

From Insecure to Activist: Kendrick Sampson on Art as Resistance | The Seeds with Alana Hadid

Épisode 4

vendredi 27 juin 2025 • Durée 01:05:15

Why does Kendrick Sampson have beef with Leos? (We get into that… but this conversation goes way deeper.) Actor, activist, and creative force Kendrick Sampson (Insecure, Miss Juneteenth) joins host, Alana Hadid, for a bold and honest conversation about power, identity, and the lies we've been sold about success. He opens up about growing up as a misfit in Texas, the influence of his radical collaborations with Boots Riley, and how spirituality and community shape everything he does — on screen and off. This episode is about building systems that serve people instead of profits, connecting back to nature, and telling stories that actually shift culture.

Chapters:

00:00 Why does Kendrick hate Leos?

00:22 SKIP INTRO

02:31 Who is Kendrick Sampson?

03:28 Childhood and Being a Misfit

09:22 Boots Riley and Creative Collabs

13:42 Kendrick’s Seed

16:26 Reflections on American Delusion

19:27 Family History and Identity

29:12 Community

30:54 Spirituality and Connection to Nature

31:45 Building Power Through Story

32:13 Basic Human Needs and Economy

32:46 Technology and Systemic Barriers

34:07 Understanding True Power

40:03 Mental Health and Vulnerability

45:53 Speed Round

56:25 Knafeh and Final Thoughts

Doomscrolling Isn't Solidarity | Aja Monet on The Seeds

Épisode 5

vendredi 4 juillet 2025 • Durée 01:09:40

In this soul-stirring episode of The Seeds, poet and activist Aja Monet sits down with host, Alana Hadid, to talk about the cost of being online, bearing witness to injustice, and how poetry and faith can heal us.

From the overwhelm of social media to solidarity with Palestine, Aja opens up about her upbringing, the legacy of her grandparents, and the journey of becoming a poet rooted in resistance, tenderness, and truth. She even shares a live reading of her poem, Los Angeles.

Chapters:
00:00 – The Overwhelm of Social Media
00:22 SKIP INTRO
00:54 – Offline Community
01:15 – Harnessing Social Media for Activism
03:09 – Telling Stories About Palestine
19:04 – Aja's Story & Inspirations
22:00 – The Journey of a Poet
37:07 – The Role of Faith
38:57 – Aja & Alana's Religious Upbringing
42:35 – The Influence of Grandparents
46:39 – Personal and Political Realities of War
52:25 – The Role of Poetry in Activism
58:01 – (Live Reading)
01:01:54 – Reflections on Compassion
01:07:47 – Knafeh & Goodbye

Follow the Show:
📺New episodes every Tuesday
🎧 Available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify & all podcast platforms
📸 Instagram: @theseedspod
🎥 Presented by Watermelon Pictures
🎙️ Produced by Dustlight Productions

Follow Alana Hadid:
IG: @lanzybear

Follow Aja Monet:
IG: @ajamonet

Credits:
Host – Alana Hadid
Showrunner & Executive Producer – Misha Euceph
Executive Producers – Badie Ali, Hamza Ali
Associate Producer – Munir Atalla
Producer & Researcher – Sarah Moawad
Editor, DP, & Sound Engineer – Mike O’Brien
Consulting Director – Mahnoor Euceph
Production Designer – Kendra Bradanini
Art Assistant – Noor Salim
Design – Alicia TatoneComposer – Andy ClausenColorist – Chehade BoulosTech – Randy BurgessMarketing – Kristina Ferris & Daniela SapkarSpecial thanks: Lighthouse Studios, Jack Menzies, Gordy Michie, Isabella Calderon, Sammy Strittmatter, Chrissy Maron, Sara Mengesha, Edwin Henry

Iraqis Deserve an Apology | Mona Chalabi on the Seeds

Épisode 6

vendredi 11 juillet 2025 • Durée 01:11:44

In this episode of The Seeds, Mona Chalabi—Pulitzer Prize–winning data journalist and artist—joins host Alana Hadid for a warm, funny, and deeply reflective conversation about childhood, being Iraqi, how journalists manufacture consent for genocide, and data in dating. Plus Mona gets Melissa Barrera's seed!

Chapters:
00:00 – Intros, and Who’s More Awkward?
00:22 – Skip Intro
00:38 – Childhood Memories
02:14 – Pulling a Seed
03:37 – Mona's Life Purpose
05:08 – Going into Journalism
09:14 – Being Iraqi
13:11 – School Experiences and Cultural Identity
26:14 – Career Choices and Disillusionment
32:50 – Art, and Data Journalism
34:21 – Speed Round
35:30 – Unhinged Childhood Beliefs
36:42 – Fascinating Statistics
37:01 – Dating and Data!
– Astrology vs. Data Journalism – Real Housewives Tagline – Nostalgic Arab Snacks – Animation and Representation – Pulitzer Prize Speech & Why Iraqi's Deserve and Apology – Credits

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