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Cultural Conversations in 'Meet the Cartozians' with Talene Monahon | HM Hye Pulse

In this episode of the Hye Pulse Podcast, Rosie talks with Talene Monahon, an actor and playwright based in New York City. Together, they discuss the impact of her off-Broadway play “Meet the Cartozians,” the importance of seeing diverse stories on stage, and where the play is headed next. See Talene Monahon’s plays on stage: 🎭 “Meet the Cartozians” will be at The Huntington in Boston, February 18 - March 21, 2027: https://www.huntingtontheatre.org/whats-on/meet-the-cartozians/ 🎭 “Meet the Cartozians” will be at Berkeley Rep in Berkeley, CA, May 21 - June 27, 2027: https://www.berkeleyrep.org/shows/meet-the-cartozians-jg6y 🎭 “Wonder! A Woman Keeps a Secret” will premiere in New York City at Classic Stage, May 7 - June 13, 2027: https://www.classicstage.org/wonder/ ✅ One piece of Armenian art Talene recommends you check out? The paintings of Mariam Aslamazyan: https://gyumri.am/legend/mariam-aslamazyan/ Mentioned in the episode: 💬 The Armenian Weekly interview with Talene Monahon: https://armenianweekly.com/2025/10/07/this-fall-you-can-meet-the-cartozians-an-interview-with-playwright-talene-monahon/ 💬 The Armenian Weekly review of “Meet the Cartozians:” https://armenianweekly.com/2025/11/17/meet-the-cartozians-captures-the-armenian-american-experience/ 💬 The July issue of American Theatre Magazine, which features the full script of “Meet the Cartozians” and an interview with Andrea Martin: https://www.americantheatre.org/summer-2026-2/ 💬 Noor Theatre: https://www.noortheatre.org/ Watch or Listen to the Hye Pulse Podcast: Intro Music for Hye Pulse is by Aris Buechele X: https://x.com/HairenikMedia

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No result can be achieved when the state of Armenia does not defend the rights of the Armenians of Artsakh

A priceless opportunity to connect to our roots

Editor’s note: This article appeared in the Armenian Weekly’s June 2026 magazine, “Reclaiming Home and Heritage,” which explores how the Armenian community maintains its heritage and culture following genocide and displacement. The issue was edited by Weekly magazine editor Pauline Getzoyan. My expectations were rather low as I prepared to visit Armenian sites in Istanbul …

75 years later, we met under the trees

I asked you to meet me under the trees on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026. And you came. From near and far, across generations, from different communities and different chapters in the history of Camp Haiastan, you came. Some returned to a place they hadn’t visited in decades. Others had been there just weeks earlier. Some …

In memory of Aram G. Garabedian

Aram G. Garabedian, 91, a champion for all, passed away peacefully on Oct. 30, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Home, after an eight-year battle with dementia — Alzheimer’s disease. He was the husband and best friend of 69 years to the love of his life, Jane (Bliss) Garabedian. His mother taught him to help everybody he …

Enemies abroad, Pashinyan within: Armenia faces threats on both fronts

Dozens of Armenian Parliament members engaged last week in an ugly physical altercation, punching each other and even throwing a chair, resulting in bloody noses and torn clothes. In addition to having menacing neighbors on both sides of the border, Armenia has an enemy within that is far more dangerous. Last week’s brawl, broadcast live …

Lorik Fund announces university tour, judo program and scholarships

Shant Jarchafjian, founder of Lorik Humanitarian Fund, will embark on a five-university speaking tour across the eastern United States from Nov. 10-16, sharing his firsthand experiences living in Artsakh during the 2020 war, the subsequent Azerbaijani blockade and the September 2023 military offensive that resulted in the forced displacement of more than 100,000 ethnic Armenians. …

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The WHO will publish a collection of the indictment and the analysis of the verdict in the case of Vartanian

In Armenia, migration is changing the language of daily life

In 2022, Yerevan began transforming into a city its own residents increasingly fail to recognize. The change can be seen everywhere, from the streets and sidewalks to the central cafés. Seeing a waiter approach customers in a café in the very center of Yerevan with a casual yet foreign-sounding “Здравствуйте” (“Hello” in Russian), instead of …

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Hye Pulse interview with Talene Monahon

Rosie Nisanyan interviews Talene about her play 'Meet the Cartozians,' exploring themes of identity, perception, and cultural representation. Talene shares insights on the play's reception within the Armenian community and beyond, the significance of language, and the diverse perspectives on Armenian identity. Watch the full interview Tuesday 5pm on Youtube or Spotify:

Reclaiming home and heritage

Editor’s note: This editorial appeared in the Armenian Weekly’s June 2026 magazine, “Reclaiming Home and Heritage,” which explores how the Armenian community maintains its heritage and culture following genocide and displacement. The issue was edited by Weekly magazine editor Pauline Getzoyan. What exactly is home? Is it a dwelling, an emotion, a heritage? Merriam Webster …

ACEC to host third Tree Lighting featuring a Holiday Market

WATERTOWN, Mass. – The Armenian Cultural and Educational Center (ACEC) announces the return of its Annual Tree Lighting featuring a Holiday Market, taking place on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026, at 47 Nichols Ave. This festive, family-friendly celebration invites community members of all ages to a joyful kick off to the holiday season filled with magic, music and meaningful …

AYC Golf Fore Kids celebrates its ninth year

ROCKVILLE, Md. — On Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, supporters gathered at Norbeck Country Club for the ninth annual Armenian Youth Center (AYC) Golf Fore Kids Classic. With the golf course completely sold out and more than 200 participants in attendance across golfers, volunteers and dinner guests, the much-anticipated autumn tradition once again brought together supporters …

Ossipee Bears

Little Bedros, my grandson, likes bears—at least, in his current phase. His favorite ursine character is Walter from Trash Truck, the children’s book and TV show. Bedros’ Mommy and Daddy enjoy nature, and hiking is big with them. They like the Ossipee Lake area in New Hampshire and have a preferred spot where they can …

APOLOGY OR NO PEACE? Baku Warns Yerevan | HM Newscast 11.2.2026

"Hairenik Media" Newscast 11.2.2026 0:32 Chaos in Armenia’s National Assembly: Heated Debate Over Corruption Erupts into Fistfight 3:01 Parliament Ratifies TRIPP Agreement as Opposition Votes Against Over Unresolved Transit Guarantees 4:20 Baku Renews Demands for Constitutional Changes Before Peace Deal 5:30 Hajiyev Demands Armenian Apology, Warns Peace Agreement Could Remain on Paper 6:25 Mirzoyan Responds to Hajiyev’s Apology Demand, Says It Cannot Be a Precondition for Peace Agreement 7:08 UNESCO Official: “Not Aware” of Destruction of Armenian Churches in Artsakh 8:06 ANC–International Publishes Dossier on Armenian Hostages Still Held by Azerbaijan 9:52 AMI Releases Policy Report Outlining Long-Term Strategy for Armenia’s Higher Education 11:07 2026 AYF Olympics Special Issue Now Available 12:04 Armenian Genealogy Conference Marks 10th Anniversary. Interview with George Aghjayan