Ahmed Khan Podcast

The significance behind a healthy community is critical because they serve as an important source of social connection and a sense of belonging. But how do we build healthy communities?In this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Shadee ElMasry to discuss how to create thriving communities, the importance of building masjids and the role of MSA's.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction0:57 Building Communities in the West6:29 Influence and Concern8:18 Engaging Communities15:10 The Importance of Mosques24:51 1st Gen vs 2nd Gen Muslims29:06 Diversity33:33 The Power of Umrah39:11 Fitrah41:49 Mirroring Those Closest to You44:03 MSA46:50 Financing Mosques57:16 Conclusion

In this special podcast, we are collaborating with prominent Muslim podcast, Diffused Congruence, on a discussion on the importance of storytelling. We discuss Ahmed's journey to resolving his identity crisis, Parvez and Omar's dedication to narrating the remarkable stories of our pioneers and analyzing the current discourse surrounding Muslim podcasts today.

Muslims regard the Prophet Muhammad (S) as the greatest human to walk upon this blessed Earth. Within his life, there are parables and examples that illustrate his (S) greatness and the deep love he (S) had not only for his companions, but for all of humanity as he (S) was sent "as a mercy to all the worlds." In this podcast, we discuss how we can nurture a deep love for the Prophet (S), the devout loyalty of his companions and how that love can fill the spiritual void that many are searching for. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:15 Importance of the Prophet (S)6:04 Preferring the Prophet (S) Over Yourself8:45 The Conqueror of Hearts 12:20 Loyalty & Mindfulness 28:32 Being Content with What You Have40:12 Loving the Prophet (S) After Death46:38 Developing Love of the Prophet (S)50:17 Instilling Prophetic Love into Children55:56 Love & Mercy1:00:45 Love of God and Love of the Prophet (S)1:08:55 Conclusion

Islamic Bioethics is a relatively new discipline that seeks to address ethical issues emerging from advances in biology, medicine and technologies within an Islamic paradigm. It seeks to answer many contemporary issues related to Islam and biology. In this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Aasim Padela, prominent researcher on Islamic Bioethics to discuss the discipline of Islamic Bioethics and contemporary issues such as Islam and Artificial Intelligence, Islam's view on end of life treatment, and organ transplant. Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:11 Islamic Bio-Ethics is More than Fiqh9:09 The Paradigm of Islamic Bioethics19:29 Contemporary Bioethical Issues22:25 Dealing with Artificial Intelligence27:23 Bioethics and Near Death Treatment39:11 Pulling the Plug on Death50:27 Solutions for Near Death Treatment1:00:17 Emotions Must Be Tamed1:03:25 Preparing for Death1:07:08 Conclusion

In recent years, the popularity of anime has increased dramatically and has become mainstream. It is a powerful medium that seeks to impart moral lessons through the use of visual images. But can Anime also be used to impart Islamic teachings?In this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Naoki Yamamoto to discuss the similarities between Islam and anime, the rise of upcoming Islamic Animes, and the relationship between Naruto and Islam. Timestamps:0:00 Introduction1:20 How Naoki Became a Muslim4:53 Sufism through Anime & Manga15:42 Anime is Global19:00 Naruto Through the Islamic Lens24:59 Using Indigenous Language for Spreading Islam31:16 The Power of Anime41:00 Reception to Virtue46:35 Mastership & Discipleship 50:51 The Hero Archetype57:35 Process to Greatness1:05:30 Hero's and Fathers 1:13:24 Popularity of Naoki's work1:20:19 The Journey Anime1:23:52 Conclusion

The 21st century has seen the dramatic rise in economic and political power from Asia and European and American influence has dropped significantly. Many prominent observers have noted that by the end of the century, Asia will rule the world with some estimates predicting the year 2050.In this podcast, we are joined by Murtaza Hussain, journalist at the Intercept, to discuss the claims that Asia, particularly China, will rule the world soon and identify the catalysts behind this rise. Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:51 Rise of China9:00 The Future is Asian22:03 Climate Change31:15 Fall of Europe39:35 Birthrates & Immigration1:03:02 The Future1:11:57 Conclusion

Contrary to the Clash of Civilization Thesis propagated by anti-Islam thinkers, Islam has a rich history in Europe with it thriving in places such as Spain, France, Istanbul, and the Balkans for more than a millennium.In this podcast, we will discuss the rich intellectual, social and political history of Sicilian Islam where Muslims and Christians co-existed peacefully with one another under both Muslim and Christian rule.

Alija Ali Izetbogovic served as the President of Bosnia and Herzegovina during the infamous Srebrenica Massacre in the late 90s. He fought for the liberation of his people and understood that Islam was the solution for the crisis' in the modern world. As a world renowned philosopher, he attracted the support of millions across the globe who called for him to be released from prison. Izetbegovic was truly a hero and a man who attempted to bridge the divide between the East and the West. In this podcast, we discuss the life and legacy of Alija Ali Izetbegovic, his philosophy on Islam Between the East and West, his attempt to acquire independence and his solution to the crisis of the modern world. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:20 The Hero: Alija Ali Izetbegovic5:16 Short Biography16:12 Islam Between East and West40:59 The Legacy of Izetbegovic59:37 Conclusion

In the post-covid world, podcasts have taken over as one of the most significant avenues in shaping culture. Muslims, like other groups, have taken advantage of this platform and have created their own niche podcasts, focusing on topics such as theology, masculinity, domestic violence, spirituality and much more.In this podcast, we are joined by Mahin Islam, founder of Sneakers and Sultans and host of The Mad Mamluks to analyze the current discourse on Muslim podcasts and what the future may look like.Timestamps:0:00 Intro3:34 The Rise of Muslim Podcasts10:16 How Influence Trickles Down to the Masses 18:40 Increasing Workflows29:09 Starting Your Own Podcast35:37 Disciplining Oneself43:11 Everything is Interconnected1:13:20 Indigenization of Muslims in the West1:21:50 Conclusion

Are you being brainwashed by elites into adopting their worldview? Or is your worldview being shaped by yourself? In this podcast, we are joined by Tamim Mobayed, an PhD student at Oxford, to describe the science behind social engineering by elites, the weapons they employ to indoctrinate the masses, and most importantly, how to not fall prey to their ideas. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro1:48 How Governments Push Social Engineering 3:50 Soft ways ideas are pushed5:20 Power as a Driving Force Behind Indoctrination8:21 Forcing Social Values onto Society 15:53 The Role of Media in Social Engineering25:25 Two Systems of Indoctrination 32:32 Psychological Messages in Shows and Stories49:05 The Heroes Archetype54:40 Normative Expectations and Empirical Expectation1:01:06 Before Judging, You Must Comprehend It1:06:19 Conclusion

According to Biblical and Quranic narratives, the flood of Noah was a flood unlike no other. Rain descended in mass from the sky and from the earth and the world was flooded in entirety. It destroyed everything in its path, leaving behind no survivor but a few. But did the Flood really happen or is it simply folklore? In this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Ali Ataie, professor of comparative religion, to discuss the historical, archeological, testimonial and scientific proofs behind why the flood of Noah existed without a doubt. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:58 Faith is Fortified by Knowledge3:30 The Flood in the Genesis 8:50 The Flood in the Quran15:54 Ark of Noah18:26 Epic of Gilgamesh & Narrative of the Flood in the Bible22:35 Transmission of Events25:09 What does Mutawatir Mean? 30:40 Dealing with Critics of the Flood Narrative45:44 Lessons from the Flood53:19 What People was Noah sent to? 58:47 The Flood in Hindu Scripture1:04:57 Deviating from Religion1:08:04 Islam is an Evidence Based religion1:18:16 Final Thoughts1:22:58 Conclusion

Siedd, an artist of Muslim poetry and nasheeds, has attracted millions of views for his content which seeks to harmonize music and faith. His worldwide fan base continues to expand because of his successful ability to resonate with his followers. In this podcast, we are joined by Siedd to discuss his rise to fame, his inspirations growing up and dealing with the deadly disease of pride. Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:00 How do you make your background sounds?9:31 Siedd's Journey25:39 How Important is Meaning?31:04 Nasheed Demand in Ramadan34:15 Pride43:24 Culture46:44 Global Outreach58:51 Inspirations 1:01:56 Do You Listen to Your Own Music? 1:03:46 Future Projects 1:13:06 Balancing Work and Life1:18:09 Conclusion

Ramadan is right around the corner and it is the month of struggle. We fight against ourselves through fasting the day and occupy ourselves at night with the remembrance of God. In this podcast, we are joined by Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed to discuss how we can make the most of this Ramadan and take advantage of it.

In the last century, interest in Islamic finance has increased dramatically with lead comedians such as Bill Burr discussing it. Some have described it as an alternative solution to capitalism and communism whereas others argue it remains identical to conventional banking but merely changes terminology. In this podcast, we will discuss the basics behind Islamic finance, buying/financing homes, its relation to conventional banking and which system is more superior. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:32 Preliminary Remarks3:50 What is Islamic Finance?10:05 Riba (Interest) 38:32 Murabaha (Installment sale)41:02 Renting50:32 Musharaka51:18 Islamic Finance vs Conventional banking1:05:25 What does the Future of Islamic Finance Look Like?1:14:07 Conclusion

We live in an age where forest fires, earthquakes, rise in temperatures and the extinction of animals is drastically increasing. Humanity is responsible for these crimes and we will reap the consequences if not addressed. God has created the world in a balance and has informed us not to violate that balance.In this podcast, we will discuss humanities impact on the environment, the philanthropic industrial complex, how academics fail to address this issue and the response of the Muslim world to this crisis.Timestamp:0:00 Intro1:17 IS Global Warming/Climate Change Real?13:34 Consumerism and the Environment23:29 Philanthropic Industrial Complex29:08 Academic Conferences and Climate Change32:35 Bringing Back Organic Farming37:34 Minimizing Carbon Footprint41:32 Balance with Nature53:29 Local Initiative are Crucial1:04:50 The Failure of Academia on the Environment1:07:59 The Muslim World and Going Green1:23:53 Conclusion

Consciousness is the great bug-bear of materialists because consciousness is not material; it is spiritual. Consciousness is a spiritual entity that materialists continue to search for but will never find. But where is consciousness and is it the same as the soul? In this podcast, we discuss the big debates regarding consciousness, where it is located, what are the social implications of consciousness being immaterial and how consciousness proves God's existence.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction1:26 What is Consciousness? 3:36 Where is Consciousness Located?10:05 What is the Islamic Perspective on Consciousness?19:05 Rationality and Consciousness22:40 Denying Consciousness26:17 Consciousness & the Heart38:12 Social Consequences of Consciousness Being Immaterial45:33 The Is-Ought gap problem47:05 What World View Best Explains Consciousness?51:08 Spirituality & Consciousness54:27 The Chinese Room Argument56:54 Language and Consciousness59:28 Final Thoughts1:05:25 Conclusion#Islam #Science #God #Podcast

Despite being revealed over a thousand years ago, the Quran has been successfully preserved and memorized by millions of people across the world. It is a sacred text and letter that God has sent to humanity to teach them ethics, metaphysics, worship, love, etc. This week we are joined by Dr. Mustafa Khattab, author of "The Clear Quran", to discuss the miracles located within the Quran and his reasoning behind translating it. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:25 Richness of the Quran4:34 Every Word in the Quran is Maximally Perfect7:10 The Makings of The Clear Quran8:43 "We Created You In Tribes To Know One Another"11:45 God in Surah Ikhlaas14:34 Deciphering which Commentaries to Use18:33 Accessibility of The Clear Quran23:20 Responsibility of Translating the Quran28:51 The Order of the Quran 36:54 Reading the Quran Equals to Love of the Quran38:00 Non-Arabic words in the Quran46:03 Our Knowledge is a drop in the Ocean Compared to God49:12 Add the Quran to Your Lifestyle52:30 Conclusion

The Bible remains one of the world's classical texts which has been taught across the globe. It is mentioned several times throughout the Quran both as a confirmation and as a refutation. But what is exactly is the Bible and is this the true teachings of Jesus? In this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Ali Ataie to discuss understanding the Bible through a Muslim lens and attempting to find similarities between the two major religions. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:30 What is the Bible?9:30 Divinity within the Old Testament?11:44 Ring Theory in the Quran15:09 Quranic Challenge21:09 Torah and The New Testament Authors23:30 Gospel=Injeel? 26:32 The Teachings of Jesus 31:28 Father & the Son Terminology49:17 Similarities between the Quran and the Bible52:09 Is the Book of Psalms from God?53:49 Scrolls of Abraham and Moses57:52 The Second Coming1:02:22 Dead Sea Scrolls1:09:26 Advice for Studying Religious Traditions1:22:00 Conclusion

The existence of God is a contentious topic in today's discourse. Theists propose arguments to prove God's existence whereas atheists counter those arguments with their criticisms and the cycle continues to go back and forth. In today's podcast, we are joined by Shaykh Hamza Karamali who will prove the existence of God by utilizing a version of the contingency argument. In a simple manner, Shaykh Hamza teaches our audience the fundamentals of the argument and how to counter popular criticisms of this argument.Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:50 Abu Hanifa vs Atheist8:25 Who Designed the Designer?28:04 Is the Universe Dependent?38:21 Why Can't a Dependent Thing Rely on a Dependent?54:01 What Does "Everything is Dependent" Entail? 57:58 Is Time Contingent?1:03:12 What is a Necessary Being?1:07:54 From Necessity to Allah1:17:33 Can Science Prove God's Existence?1:20:39 Fallacy of Composition1:30:59 Conclusion

In an age consumed by obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer, many people have shifted towards Prophetic medicine as an alternative to conventional medicine. But what does Prophetic Medicine mean and does it even exist? In this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Mohamed Ghilan to discuss the origins of Prophetic Medicine, hadiths that extol the virtues of hijama (cupping), and how one can incorporate these into their lifestyle.  Timestamp:0:00 Intro1:32 What is Prophetic Medicine?27:03 Romanticization of Prophetic Medicine40:53 Hijama (Cupping)50:49 Alternative Medicine and Medical Practice1:04:30 Eating Too Much Meat 1:11:58 Conclusion#Islam #Podcast #Medicine

“Why does life seem so meaningless?” Do you often find yourself asking this question? Chances are that you feel you're stuck in a meaningless routine that's preventing you from reaching your full potential. The disease that's ruining your life is called Nihilism. In this podcast, we are joined by Imran Hussein to discuss the meaning of life, spiritual refinement, and breaking the shackles of nihilism. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro1:00 Understanding Nihilism4:58 History of Nihilism12:28 Existential Aspects of Reality23:13 Significance & Purpose of Human Existence31:02 Depression38:15 Defeating Nihilism40:32 Meaning of Life52:56 Bringing Purpose Back Into Life1:08:40 Conclusion#Islam #podcast #nihilism

It's no secret our world is in a crisis regarding mental health. Levels of anxiety, depression, ADHD are at an all-time high, and people are confused as to why this is happening. But there is an explanation behind it. In this week's podcast, we are joined by clinical psychologist, Heba El-Haddad, to discuss how postmodernism is largely to blame for our mental health crisis and how to successfully heal from it. Timestamp: 0:00 Introduction1:37 The Crisis of Mental Health5:54 Explaining Postmodernism11:32 Knowing One Another12:33 The Importance of Hierarchies 19:17 Dealing with Anxiety25:07 Subjectivity on Truth30:32 Victim Mentality34:44 Healing Through Forgiveness50.31 Entitlement Mentality55.17 Befriending Yourself1:00:35 Addictions1:03:04 Advice for People who are Trying to Heal1:07:34 What is the Importance of a Counselor1:11:53 Conclusion#Islam #Podcast #Mental Health 

Blogging Theology has quickly become one of the most prominent religious academic forums where leading intellectuals discuss pertinent religious topics such as "The Problem of Evil", "Evolution" and "Comparative Religion. In this podcast, we are joined by Blogging Theology to discuss the inspiration behind his forum, the relationship between Islam and the West, and the current spiritual crisis our world is in. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:36 Inspiration Behind Blogging Theology3:41 Spirituality vs Religion6:06 Why Islam?9:32 Why do Evangelicals Demonize Muslims and Islam?18:01 What was the moment that you went to a Mosque?20:37 Islam as a European Religion25:26 Where did the interest in engaging in dawah come from?26:51 What is Speakers' Corner like?32:05 Toxicity in dawah34:29 What is Your Objective with BT?42:31 Sharing Academic Works49:27 The Future54:29 Book Recommendations (Literature) 57:37 Conclusion

Transhumanism is a threat to our humanity. As technology rapidly advances to improve every aspect of our life, it also has its downfalls. Transhumanism seeks to transform humans into the next stage: the age of robots. According to them, we began as chemicals, evolved into apes, evolved into humans, and now we must evolve into robots. In this podcast, we are joined by Tamim Mobayed, to discuss the Transhumanism movement, their beliefs about human progress, and how it can eliminate our humanity. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:52 What is Transhumanism?5:07 Placing Memory Chips into our Brains11:30 History of Transhumanism 17:01 Death of Humanity20:14 Gene Therapy25:04 Will Free Will Be Eliminated?34:16 Magic, Devil & Immortality41:52 Changing the Creation of God48:46 Adopting New Technology55:24 Trans-Humanism and Dajjal1:08:11 Conclusion#Islam #Podcast #Transhumanism #RobotsEditor: Rashid Qawasmeh

How long will America continue to run the world? Will China surpass them in the future? Where does India fit into all this? Questions like these can only be answered by understanding the science behind the rise and fall of civilizations. Every empire that has existed has risen to prominence; however, it eventually collapsed. Today we are joined by Ottoman historian, Dr. Yakoob Ahmed, to discuss the factors that cause society to rise and dominate the world and the symptoms that lead to its collapse. The Ottoman Empire will be used as a case study. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:02 Civilization Theory4:07 Civilization theory in Islamic History8:47 Can there be a Rise After a Fall?14:01 Islam Cannot Collapse23:02 The Muslim Community's Response30:28 How Academics Control Politicians35:18 Western Creation of Ottoman Studies51:45 Calling Islam an Abrahamic faith is Problematic57: 52 Allah VS God1:03:26 Advice for Muslims entering Academia1:16:26 Hardships in the Journey1:21:28 ConclusionEditor: Rashid Qawasmeh#Islam #Podcast #Ottoman

Intelligent Design was a movement created in the 1980s to argue that a designer must exist because the universe is finely tuned. Advocates for this movement included Christians, Muslims, Agnostics, and even Atheists. Theists, including Muslims, have wholeheartedly accepted this movement to prove the existence of God; however, adopting this position comes with its weaknesses. In this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Shoaib Ahmed Malik to discuss the origins of Intelligent Design, the premises of its argument, and why Muslims should prefer the contingency argument over Intelligent Design.For more information about Intelligent Design, please see Chapters 6 and 7 in Dr. Shoaib's book, "Islam and Evolution: Al-Ghazali and the Modern Evolutionary Paradigm."*Disclaimer: We believe the universe is finely tuned. Our criticism is against the Intelligent Design movement. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro3:54 What is Intelligent Design?8:31 Intelligent Design Argument15:34 Contingency & Design34:07 Why Muslims following Intelligent Design is problematic52:08 Philosophy of Science1:01:07 Advice for Students Learning Islam and Science1:12:49 Conclusion

Aristotle said, "Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom." Knowing yourself is the process of understanding you – the human being – on deeper levels than the surface. It is an unpredictable road that you must be willing to explore. It brings you face-to-face with your deep self-doubts and insecurities. It makes you take a serious look at the way you are living your life and put it to question.In this podcast, we are joined by Anghel to discuss the importance of knowing yourself through introspection and through one's relationship with God. Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:50 God's Kindness3:17 Mercy11:36 Health & Stress22:44 Introspection1:02:09 Conclusion

Being famous has its advantages. It provides you a large platform to help people with their problems, fundraise thousands of dollars for humanitarian efforts and allows you to make noteworthy connections. But fame can also eat away at your soul. It can change your intentions and ultimately, you can lose yourself if you're not careful. In this podcast, we are joined by Lara Radwan, Founder of Kinda Halal, to discuss life as a social media influencer, dealing with an identity crisis, and healing our souls. #podcast #islam #fameTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:18 Kinda Halal3:00 Identity Crisis21:59 Responsibility with Content34:33 Advice to Being Humble37:25 Priorities & Struggle50:42 Intentions, Pride, and the Devil57:33 Hanging on to Islam1:01:56 Final Remarks

Life is like the wheel of fortune. There are moments where we will have our highlights, such as graduation, marriage, and, becoming a parent. But also there will be times of hardships, such as losing a loved one, becoming fatally ill, and financial hardship. So what is our response when our life falls apart and adversity takes over? In this podcast, Ahmed is invited by the South Fraser and Beacon Unitarians to discuss what the Islamic perspective is to overcome adversity and the correct response.

Imagine yourself lying down in your grave with no one around you. You sit there reflecting on your life and all the mistakes you made. You wish you had taken advantage of your life but now it's too late. Now the only thing that awaits you is your judgment. And that judgment either leads to salvation or horror. In this podcast, we discuss some reflections upon death, including Ahmed's close encounter with seeing his life flash before his eyes. If you want to prepare for death, then this podcast is what you need.

"Mankind prays for evil just as they pray for good for indeed they are hasty."  Often we attribute our downfall and our failures to others praying against us but what if the acceptance of our prayers is the reason for it instead?In this podcast, we discuss the mechanisms behind prayer, avoiding prayers that cause us evil, and learning the etiquette behind asking God for assistance. Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:06 Man Prays for Evil Just as He Does For Good12:04 Delaying Gratification34:55 How to Make Dua Correctly58:43 Conclusion#podcast #Islam

God says "If you tried to count the blessings of God, you would never be able to count them. Truly, humankind is ungrateful." According to Forbes, Psychology Today, and other sources, gratitude is the key to one's success and motivation. If practiced properly, gratitude can act as a shield that can protect you mentally from any hardship or hurdle.In this podcast, we discuss the importance of remaining grateful, counting one's blessings, and how being grateful is the key to success.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:26 Being Grateful During Hardships43:03 Developing Good Character51:31 Honouring Muslim Women57:23 Where Are You Going? 1:07:51 Being Grateful for Parents1:13:52 Conclusion

Procrastination is the primary hurdle preventing us from succeeding in our goals and we can't seem to overcome it. The advent of social media is largely to blame for this phenomenon. In this podcast, we are joined by Ayadh to discuss ways to defeat procrastination, leaving behind the fame of TikTok, and motivating ourselves to accomplish all our goals. Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e26WEmSGMggTimestamps0:00 Introduction00:55 Motivation and Discipline17:09 Fixing Sleeping Schedule22:09 Time Management27:49 TikTok and social media39:39 Where is Allah in Your Life? 1:03:57 Conclusion#podcast #islam #motivation #tiktok #socialmedia

“The strong are not those who defeat people. Rather, the strong are those who defeat their nafs (ego)."-Prophet MuhammadThe Ego is the number one enemy we must defeat in our life. It is responsible for our pride, arrogance, envy, and corrupting our intention. If left unchecked, it can wreak havoc on our lives and destroy our relationships. In this podcast, we are joined by Aanghel to discuss how to defeat the ego, understanding Sufism, and acquiring the Alchemy of Happiness. Timestamps0:00 Intro1:04 What are you Currently Reading? 4:19 Acquiring Happiness11:40 Intentions22:26 Social Media39:44 Ego42:07 Story of Imam Al Ghazali's Life50:09:11 Analogy of the Soul's Journey52:43 Changing Yourself55:47 Sufism1:11:30 ConclusionIntro Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e26WE...#Islam #podcast #happiness #sufism

In today's age, society has informed us there are more than 2 genders. The traditional understanding of gender being between "male" and "female" has been discarded and several other genders have been created. So is gender really a social construct or a Divine Construct? In this podcast, we are joined by Mobeen Vaid, author of "Sexual Identity: An Islamic Perspective" to discuss this pertinent topic. #islam #podcast #genderTimestamps0:00 Intro0:58 What is going on?11:00 Lack of Spirituality in People20:42 Social Engineering36:45 Gender and Sex47:57 Confirmation Bias55:18 Historical Truths?59:48 Conclusion

The theory of evolution has historically been used as a critique against religion. Scripture claims God had created Adam (AS) but science states Adam was created through a series of random mutations. Who is correct: scripture or science? Or is there a middle-ground where both religion and science can be compatible? During this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Shoaib Ahmed Malik, author of "Islam and Evolution", to discuss this pertinent topic and try to understand the Islamic perspective on human evolution. #evolution #science #islam  Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e26WE...0:00 Intro1:00 The Importance of the Topic5:17 What is Evolution? 18:45 Creationism22:00 Human Exceptionalism35:58 Adamic Exceptionalism59:35 No Exceptions + recap1:02:05 Which Positions Can We Accept1:20:56 The Future of Evolution and Islam1:27:41 Are you Re-interpreting the Quran?1:32:36 Vice's Article about Evolution & Muslim Scholars1:37:33 Conclusion

Today marks the beginning of National Suicide Prevention Week. It is a week dedicated to bringing awareness around the topic of suicide, the harms associated with it, and how to prevent it. We are joined by world-renowned scholar, Dr. Rania Awaad to discuss this pertinent topic and how we can prevent suicide from occurring and addressing the symptoms leading up to it. Here are some resources on the works of Dr. Rania and on understanding suicides:Stanford Muslim Mental Health and Islamic Psychology Lab @StanfordMMHIP The lab's new non-profit focused on Muslim mental health & Islamic Psychology: maristan.org @maristan_org Support us: maristan.org/support-maristanMental health resources: maristan.org/resourcesMaristan Suicide Response "500 Imam" Campaign video Dr. Rania was referring to where she trained Imams on this topic. The Suicide Response trainings for the Muslim community are developed by her lab, and offered by their non-profit, Maristan.org mentioned above: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1NJIn58I8OMRecent AP article about her suicide response trainings:https://apnews.com/article/tx-state-wire-health-mental-health-religion-663828d07e5f32b5ab44f755e79f8d67Recent radio or TV interviews: https://omny.fm/shows/kcbsam-on-demand/mental-health-professionals-and-faith-leaders-are?Muslim Network TV: https://youtu.be/X9A3wz_Ex0QCBS News Radio Weekend roundup interview: https://art19.com/shows/weekend-roundup/episodes/afa8b98e-9dc9-4bed-820c-a4a73a3646ddKCBS San Francisco Radio interview: https://www.audacy.com/kcbsradio/podcasts/kcbs-on-demand-20757/new-study-indicates-american-muslims-have-higher-attempted-suicide-rates-651290296CBS Kaleidoscope with Allison Keyes interview: https://art19.com/shows/kaleidoscope/episodes/04de6fb7-8761-472b-beb5-bf9610fdfc200:00 Disclaimer1:40 Intro2:16 Advice related to suicide4:14 Why people consider suicide11:33 When living is Hard13:20 How often to contact them15:53 Cryptic messages21:32 When people feel like they are a burden on others24:50 Regret and reaching out31:02 Postvention43:46 Recap and concluding

Salahuddin, the great liberator of Jerusalem, is widely recognized as a worldwide icon who drastically changed the world. In today's podcast, we are joined by Dr. Husni to discuss the reasons why Salahuddin was successful and the lessons we can derive from his life and teachings.

Anti-Vaccine rhetoric is rampant in today's discourse as people are abstaining from obtaining a COVID vaccine. In today's podcast, we are joined by Dr. Mohamed Ghilan to discuss why the arguments put forth from anti-Vaxxers are false, the history behind the movement, as well as its founder, and the reasons people fall into the trap of being anti-Vaccine. Introduction Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e26WEmSGMgg0:00 Intro 2:09 Thoughts on COVID14:33 Message to Anti-Vaxxers15:47 Anti-Vaxxers are not homogenous 22:06 Who Created Vaccines? 26:30 The Founders of Anti-Vax Movements 39:25 Anti-Vax within Somali Community41:50 Conspiracy Thinking in Muslim Community43:17 Addressing the Darul Qasim Fatwa52:32 All Vaccines are Good53:11 Is COVID really lethal? 58:25 Was the Vaccine Rushed? 1:07:37 Why Dr. Ghilan is Frustrated1:16:41 Should you get Vaccinated?

Social Justice seems to be dominating everyone's minds with prominent movements like Black Lives Matter dominating the headlines. But what exactly is social justice and how do we acquire it? In this podcast, we are joined by Shaykh Dawud Walid, author of Towards Sacred Activism, to discuss social justice and prominent movements such as Black Lives Matter. 

Jack Parsons, the Father of the Space Age, was openly a satanist and created many of his inventions due to black magic. But more importantly than all, he met Dajjal (The AntiChrist) and became acquainted with him. In this podcast, we discuss the occultic tendencies of Jack Parsons and the role magic played in developing his inventions. 

Readers are Leaders. They are the ones shaping society and the ones in power. But reading can also transform your life and provide you the motivation you need to accomplish your life goals. In this podcast, we are joined by Hassam Munir to discuss how reading can transform your life.

50% of marriages end in divorce. It's clear this is a major problem. What are the reasons behind it and how can we prevent it? In this podcast, we are joined by Certified Mediator and Consultant, Imam Yahya Momla, to answer these pressing questions. 

What is the purpose of life? Is there such a thing as Islamic meditation? Why is everyone so depressed nowadays and what is the solution to it? In this podcast, we are joined by Aanghel, cofounder of The3Muslims Podcast, to answer these major questions and how to find meaning within our lives. 

Arguably one of the greatest philosophers alive, Syed Muhammad Naquib Al-Attas has published masterpiece philosophical treaties, built a beautiful, world-class university, and was awarded the highest awards by several international governments. Although he might not be a household name, Professor Attas' ideas have dramatically changed much of the Muslim world. In this podcast, we are joined by Dr. Wan Mohd Nor Wan Daud, holder of the Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas Distinguished Chair of Islamic Thought, to discuss the brilliance and legacy of Professor Attas. 

Social media may be the world's biggest addiction. This addiction is eating people's time, forcing people to chase after followers, and responsible for developing physiological changes in people's brains. In this podcast, we are joined by Omar Usman, author of “The Fiqh of Social Media” to discuss the harms associated with social media and advice on how to overcome this addiction. 

Muhammad Iqbal, nicknamed the "Poet of the East", was arguably the most influential philosopher of the 20th century. He created the ideology behind the state of Pakistan; wrote poetic masterpieces that spread throughout the world; and correctly identified the crisis of the Muslim world. In this podcast, we are joined by Zirrar Ali, founder of the Iqbal Project, to discuss the legacy of Muhammad Iqbal and how we can revive it.

Forgiveness is something we all seek for. We seek forgiveness from those whom we have harmed and those who have wronged us. But what exactly is forgiveness and how do we get others to forgive us? In this podcast with Yama Niazi, we discuss the importance of seeking forgiveness both from God and from those who we have harmed and caused pain towards. 

Pornography addiction is a problem that affects everyone including our children, teenagers, and adults. It is perhaps the biggest addiction plaguing our world and too often we refrain from addressing it because it has become taboo. In this podcast, we are joined by Abeda Ahmed, who is a sex addiction therapist to discuss how we can defeat the disease of pornography in the blessed month of Ramadan.

Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency that seemed to be a pseudo currency during its early phase, has now become a popular commodity. Despite its notoriety, several misconceptions surround the currency as being haram, useless and volatile. In this podcast with Ustadh Muawiyya Tucker, founder of Crypto Hash Review, we explore some of these contentions and suggest what the future of Bitcoin might be. 

The Golden Age of Islam was a period of remarkable scientific, cultural and social achievements by the Muslim civilization which drastically changed the world. However, misconceptions about this period are espoused by popular figures who attempt to downplay the greatness of this period. In this podcast, we will address the A to Z about this period and lessons to take from it.