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From Wellness to AI

Document Type

Podcast

Publication Date

2-19-2026

Abstract

Join Kairos Pacific University with host Rita Saikali in conversation with Essraa Nawar, an inspiring academic librarian, TV host, and wellness advocate who bridges communities through interfaith dialogue and women's empowerment.

In this episode, we explore:

  • The power of self-care and wellness routines for sustainable success
  • How academic libraries are hidden gems of free resources and business support
  • Breaking barriers as the first Muslim hijabi host on a Coptic Christian TV network
  • Practical AI tools that give you more time to be human
  • Underutilized resources like university accelerator programs for entrepreneurs
  • Making academic research accessible through open-source initiatives

Essraa shares her journey from Egypt to the US, her work at Chapman University's library, and how she's using her platform to share stories that matter. Whether you're interested in wellness, interfaith work, academic research, or AI literacy, this conversation offers valuable insights and actionable resources.

Key Topics:

  • Self-care as leadership and setting examples for the next generation 
  • The mind-body connection and building healthy habits 
  • Interfaith dialogue and the beauty of learning from different faith traditions
  • Academic libraries as community hubs with free business resources 
  • University accelerator programs and entrepreneurship support 
  • Open-access research and institutional repositories
  • AI as a tool for human empowerment, not replacement 
  • Practical AI applications for everyday efficiency

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