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A group of Muslim American friends get-together to discuss pressing issues, relevant topics, and to share Islam through their lens. Join them every week for conversations about Islam you can't miss!

ISLAMerican Views


    • Jan 1, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 45 EPISODES


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    Episode 41: Verse Breakdown in Surah Hadid FT Salah Al Din

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2020 50:33


    In today's episode Feras, Badawi, and Abdel Shaheed are joined by special guest, medical student and good brother, Salah Al Din. Salah Al Din reads a few verses from Surah Al Hadid and breaks down the meaning. The guys then proceed to discuss the contents of these verses along with their own takeaways. Enjoy and HAPPY NEW YEAR. May your new year be filled with good health, happiness, and increased iman. Please subscribe on the following platforms: SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki FOLLOW US: FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews

    Episode 40: How Do I Deal With Islamophobia?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2019 20:32


    In this week's episode Feras, Badawi, and Abdelshaheed discuss the prevalence of Islamophobia in America and how we as individuals can go about "responding" to such hateful verbal or physical attacks. Listen to this short episode on some specific and tangible tips on how to deal with this epidemic. Please Subscribe to soundcloud and all of the below platforms: SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki FOLLOW US: FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews

    Episode 39: Highlighting American Muslim Youth FT 19 Year Old Hafith Bakr El-Mozraawi

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2019 56:22


    This week, the guys highlight a great talent amongst the Muslim American youth, 19-year-old Bakr El-Mozrawwi, Hafith and UCONN student. He joins the guys to share his gift of Quran recitation and some tips for up and coming reciters in America. Brother Mohamed Marrouf also recites along with him towards the end of the episode. ENJOY! If you are a Muslim youth member who would like to showcase your talents in whichever field or you know someone who has a talent that needs to be shared, please reach out to us here, on twitter, facebook, or Instagram and we will get back to you inshallah. FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 38: Is Hamza Yusuf Cancelled?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2019 37:11


    The ISLAMerican's take on Hamza Yusuf. Is he Cancelled? Listen here as the guys discuss the controversy surrounding Hamza Yusuf's comments made in 2016 about the Syrian conflict. Video Used: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x96kvfDNjhs PLEASE SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW US ON THESE PLATFORMS: FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Quran Recitation: Surah AL Baqara(The Cow) Verses 1-25 Recited by Mohamed Marrouf

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2019 6:27


    BONUS TRACK!!!! Enjoy a beautiful recitation of the first 25 verses of Surah Al Baqara by our great friend and contributor Mohamed Marrouf! Let us know if you want more of this in the comments below and don't forget to subscribe, share, stream, and download and follow us on social media!!! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 37: Mental Health First Aid In The Muslim Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2019 32:41


    In this episode, Feras, Badawi, Mohamed Marrouf, Abdel Shahid, and Nabeel sit down to discuss the need for more awareness in the Muslim community around common mental health issues, especially, ones surrounding young people. The guys attempt to break down some of the factors that increase the tendency of some common mental health issues and how one might approach someone suffering from said issue. Please check out some of the resources for more information: https://www.thefyi.org/ https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW US ON THESE PLATFORMS: FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 36 Social Responsibility

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2019 27:52


    In this week's episode, the guys discuss what it means to be socially responsible and how Islam actually promotes these values. Check out this fun episode as the guys go from talking about plastic bag bans, their supermarket trips, wasteful mosque patrons, and much more! In between all of that, you can find some gems as well. Enjoy! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 35: Civic Engagement and The Muslim Voice in America

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 41:56


    This week Feras, Badawi, Abdel Shaheed, and Mohammad Marouf discuss the importance of civic engagement and the Muslim voice in the Muslim community in America. Enjoy! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 34: The Habits of A Productive Muslim

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2019 19:43


    In this week's episode, Feras and Badawi are joined by friend Abdel Shaheed for a conversation about the building blocks towards being a productive Muslim and person in general. They guys base these basic elements that make up the base of productivity on the characteristics of the Prophett Muhhamad Peace Be Upon Him. As always thank you for listening and please subscribe and follow us on social media! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 33: Conversion or Reversion, Which Is It? Featuring Brother Abdel Shaheed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2019 46:26


    In this week's episode, Feras and Badawi are joined by Special guest for the month Abdel Shaheed as well as Mohammad Ali who came back for a visit after leaving for Chicago. This week, the guys are joined by Abdel Shaheed who discusses his thoughts on coming back to Islam and the concept of Conversion VS. Reversion. The guys also discuss the Dos and Donts of welcoming new members of the Muslim faith and the struggles new reverts have when first starting to practice. We hope this episode is beneficial and as always thank you for listening! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 32: Combating Anti-Muslim Bias

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2019 40:55


    In this week's episode Feras, Badawi, and Nabeel are joined by friends Mohamed Marouf and Abdul Shaheed to discuss Anti-Muslim Bias and how explicit and implicit bias develops and manifests in day to day life. Also, the guys discuss steps one can take to combat the bigotry and promote mainstream representation. Enjoy! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 31: Morsi and The Liberal Hypocrites

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 34:26


    In this episode, Nabeel, Feras, and Badawi start by discussing Egypt's first democratically elected President, President Morsi's death and how the many people's actions against him and during his presidency was a manifestation of their liberal hypocrisy. The guys continue to discuss other instances of liberal hypocrisy in the west and spend some time pointing out Bill Mahr's flawed logic. FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: @islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 30: Islamic Financing Featuring Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2019 89:12


    ISLAMerican VIEWS hits 30 EPISODES! In this week's episode Feras, Badawi, and Nabee are joined by special guest Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim, Fairfield University Professor of Accounting and Tax as well as community member and friend. The guys sit down to discuss Islamic Financing and its various intricacies and then spend the bulk of the time discussing Islamic Mortgages Vs. Conventional Mortgages! Enjoy! and as always please subscribe to one of the platforms and follow ISLAMerican Views on all social media! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews INSTAGRAM: @ISLAMericanviews SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/islamerican_views APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki Reach out to Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim for tax or accounting help as well as help starting a business: Dr. Ahmed M. Ebrahim, CPA, CMA 18 Old Stratfield Road Fairfield, CT 06825 Phone: (845) 633-2680 Fax: (203) 659-4746

    Episode 29: The Muslim Youth Epidemic-How We Failed Our Youth and What We Need To Do. NOW.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2019 47:15


    In this week's episode Feras, Nabeel, and Badawi sit down to discuss the "epidemic" of continuous failure of the Muslim American Youth by Masajid and the community and some practical steps we all need to be taken as individuals, organizations, and a community to alleviate the issue. Please reach out to us on soundcloud, facebook, or twitter if you are or know of a youth member with a talent you would like to showcase as well as if you are a community member or scholar who would like to be featured as one of our monthly guests. Give us your name, short bio, and proposed episode you would like to contribute to. Thank You and we look forward to hearing from you! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews SUBSCRIBE on your Preferred Platform or here on SoundCloud: APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 28: Bro, you still get EIDEE?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2019 34:31


    In this weeks' episode Badawi, Feras, and Nabeel have a discussion regarding how they celebrate Eid in their households and the importance on the individual as well as communities to follow the prophet's teachings when it comes to celebrating the holiday. ENJOY AND EID MUBARAK! FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews SUBSCRIBE on your Preferred Platform or here on SoundCloud: APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 27:The Diyanet Mosque Fire-New Haven,CT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2019 35:05


    This weeks episode, Feras, Badawi, and Nabeel joined by their friend and community member Moe, discuss the tragic arson of a New Haven, CT mosque called The Diyanet Mosque and the greater implications facing the Muslim community. They further discuss some common-sense steps Muslims needs to immediately take in the wake of such an attack. This episode is based on Feras' OP-ED in The Hartford Courant regarding the topic which can be found HERE: https://www.courant.com/opinion/op-ed/hc-op-majeed-diyanet-mosque-fire-0521-20190521-tjdrnwlmxze4pjnch37ltfzzpa-story.html If you would like to donate to help rebuild the mosque please visit the launch good page HERE: https://www.launchgood.com/campaign/united_for_new_haven_mosque#!/ CAIR report on ISLAMAPHOBIA and Funding: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/us-philanthropic-groups-help-fund-islamophobia-network-report CAIR full civil rights report 2018: https://ca.cair.com/sfba/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2018/04/Targeted_2018_Civil_Rights_Report.pdf?x69434 FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews SUBSCRIBE on your Preferred Platform or here on SoundCloud: APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 26: Meditation in Islam FT IMAM KEMAL CECUNJANIN

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 66:06


    In this week's episode, Feras, Mohamed Badawi, and Nabeel are joined by Gasser Badawi, Hafiz and friend Umair Ahmad, as well as special guest Imam Kemal cecunjanin as they discuss the concept of meditation and it's various and numerous intersections with the Islamic tradition from the time of the prophet and today. Imam Kemal is the Muslim Chaplain at Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT, he is the current imam at Monroe Masjid in Monroe, CT, recent Yale Graduate, and teacher at M.E.C.C.A Center in NYC. https://www.meccacenter.com/https www.fairfield.edu/news/archive/2018/november/new-chaplain-at-fairfield.html SPONSOR: Pitaziki, 170 Temple St, New Haven, CT 06510 http://pitaziki.com FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews SUBSCRIBE on your Preferred Platform or here on SoundCloud: APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki PLEASE CHECK OUT THE FOLLOWING ARTICLE FOR AN IN DEPTH VIEW ON THIS SUBJECT: https://yaqeeninstitute.org/justin-parrott/how-to-be-a-mindful-muslim-an-exercise-in-islamic-meditation/#.XOt66dNKiRs

    Episode 25: Maximizing Your Ramadan-A Guide

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2019 65:15


    In this week's episode, Feras and Mohamed Badawi go in depth on the various aspects of Ramadan from a general overview to the struggles of fasting from food, tips, and tricks for healthy eating and maximizing your time during Ramadan to reach physical, mental, and spiritual excellence! Introduction and Outro Credit go to Mohammad Ali and Mohamad Marouf. JAK for the beautiful recitation. FOLLOW US on TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: @ISLAMericanviews SUBSCRIBE on your Preferred Platform or here on SoundCloud: APPLE: podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/isla…J2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx…C4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-ma…DF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: play.google.com/music/listen?fbcl…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 24: Disagreements In ISLAM: Who's Right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2019 34:42


    In this week's episode, the guy's Feras and Mohamed Badawi joined by frequent contributor and friend, Nabeel, discuss simple disagreements that occur within the Muslim the community that often is cause for huge debate and unfortunately conflict. Listen for some jokes, laughs, and candid conversation. Enjoy! SUBSCRIBE ON YOUR FAVORITE PLATFORM HERE: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/islamerican-views/id1450231286?mt=2&fbclid=IwAR3EKZgk6tKRLKmDiVdV3JMDD2TTLrC-7ynU9ZlLU6doJ2yPIH8Vg28PUlk SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx9FOkL5JF7q2?fbclid=IwAR0lQJC4m28Jj6fa2IOJv18AY_NNeu9OkIfjhRW762gC4bd2NVYy77yiENw STITCHER: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/feras-majeed/islamerican-views?refid=stpr&fbclid=IwAR19fS7EJ8QfwRfQkxF90rH63os2S0D-JOzBNwwCIaWDF2bAAA2WSWqb_5g GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC: https://play.google.com/music/listen?fbclid=IwAR3AU-Hx9kukxNN-GnosObODmzxVeJ-NGzU3J-TEJ7xIDdQLIQMAPLDSdIc&u=0#/ps/Igprms5atimk47h7pk5mmoqedki Twitter: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ISLAMericanViews/?__tn__=kCH-R&eid=ARDMRdFmXuuLwzyF0NTfRIBIMrg0RxiIXqzGZzlzc59vK0sCIp83XdF709zczcdNSVY8Jc3qFfeAWJZq&hc_ref=ARSmRpOWP0prtME3rKAykGJBeEeXuzdGBJQ6QR94ie5gBceLNkxwP0ZumuHbK_0Q-8o&fref=nf&__xts__[0]=68.ARCf9XvVf3expaY_DU6JxLWNcNCP538OsxhcNbvlSdpNpY5nlJBlSyA420mbmXpx9rGbw6GMI-lno8oougJbreeOgF34n710gGf5dww4_emM3aUNESaMbrua0eyNaR8sTbiENg5yf9y2KdsZVcKvUkCxehdXfpT9mPy-xY9IcnCrb2QlKf5QpWW9fJaejOrrtGJy3E2h8UnArOrLPG-JvVo1DZzk7dBOepn-KPLdMywDYVXak7jtrGmiG2ZWUq3GGIGidZUxjQ8Pu2QjJnZJUVpgWH73X9v1X1i82MvToO9wHqyNtSMlJcuUfyMFyJPiP5uFlFyNigYUmc0CKQ

    Episode 23: The Destruction of Inner-Peace in ISLAM-PART 2(Strategies)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2019 47:25


    This week's episode is a continuation of last week's conversation however in this week's episode Feras and Badawi explore the various strategies one can employ when dealing with certain mental health issues. Please reach out to us via facebook, twitter, email, comments etc. Tell us your story or fill us in on other strategies we might have missed and can use! We would love to hear from you! SUBSCRIBE ON OTHER STREAMING SERVICES: APPLE:itunes.apple.com/fi/podcast/islam…d1450231286?mt=2 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx9FOkL5JF7q2 Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/s?fid=351281&refid=stpr Google Play Music:play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/…mk47h7pk5mmoqedki FOLLOW ON TWITTER: @ISLAMericanPOD Facebook:ISLAMericanviews If you or a loved one is going through depression or having a hard time please reach out to a doctor or medical professional. Speak to people. Reach out. Someone is always there for you and you are valued and important to us all.

    Episode 22: The Destruction Of Inner-Peace In ISLAM: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2019 32:56


    In this week's episode of Islamerican Views, co-hosts Feras and Mohamed Badawi discuss 4 key factors that contribute to the destruction of inner-peace or as they say, "Peace Slayers" In this episode they discuss the issues and part two of this episode will focus on constructive ways to cope with the specific ills discussed. Have a blessed week and don't forget to Follow on soundcloud and SUBSCRIBE on: APPLE:https://itunes.apple.com/fi/podcast/islamerican-views/id1450231286?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XthJNI1Qrx9FOkL5JF7q2 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=351281&refid=stpr Google Play Music:https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Igprms5atimk47h7pk5mmoqedki

    Episode 21: The Intersection of Islamophobia and Anti-Semitism FT: Jewish Voice For Peace-New Haven

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2019 73:04


    In this week's episode, we bring you our Month of April guests from The Jewish Voice For Peace--New Haven Chapter, Chairperson and co-founder, Shelly Altman and his wife and co-founder Susan Bramhall. Badawi and Feras sit down for a fascinating and important conversation about Islamophobia and it's many forms, the systems in place perpetuating it and how it manifests in the Israeli/Palestinian Conflict. Also, they discuss Anti-Semitism and False Accusations of Anti-semitism. Finally, they come together to discuss solutions both Muslims and Jews can work on together to combat bigotry and white supremacy! Join us for this packed show and share with family and friends! Follow Jewish Voice For Peace on twitter and facebook @JVPnewhaven Go to their website: jvpnh.org FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @ISLAMericanPOD FACEBOOK: @ISLAMericanviews SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE: https://itunes.apple.com/fi/podcast/islamerican-views/id1450231286?mt=2 ALSO ON: SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC, STITCHER

    Episode 20-The Power of Patience: Acceptance and Relief

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2019 46:43


    ISLAMerican Views Reaches the BIG 2.0! In this 20th, Feras and friend Nabeel discuss the idea of trials and tribulations in the Quran and the need to stay patient and hopeful in the most trying of times in our lives. Enjoy a nice episode about that you can truly use in your everyday life whether you are Muslim or not. Thank you for listening! Please comment or send us a message on facebook or email us @ISLAMERICANVIEWS Follow Us on Twitter @ISLAMericanPOD Don't forget to follow us on soundcloud and subscribe on APPLE, SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PLAY, STITCHER!

    Episode 19: ISLAMOPHOBIA KILLS - REFLECTIONS ON CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2019 47:37


    This week Feras, Badawi, and Nabeel discuss the tragedy and terrorist attack that took place at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand. They explain the tragedy, their reactions, How liberal media plays a role in fueling ISLAMOPHIC ideas and hate, specific action steps that Muslims and Non-Muslims need to take to combat hate groups, white supremacist terrorists, and racists/bigots, and MUCH MORE! Please, send us your thoughts and experiences with Islamophobia for a chance to be on an episode of ISLAMerican Views. FOLLOW ON TWITTER @ISLAMericanPOD LIKE AND SHARE on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ISLAMericanViews/ SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://itunes.apple.com/fi/podcast/islamerican-views/id1450231286?mt=2 WASHINGTON POST ARTICLE WRITTEN BY IMAM OMAR SULEIMAN CALLED "ISLAMOPHOBIA KILLS: https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2019/03/27/after-new-zealand-shootings-i-buried-muslim-victims-islamophobia-kills-other-ways-too/?utm_term=.562a8f96977e

    Episode 18-We Stand With Ilhan Featuring Stanley Heller PART 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 20:46


    FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @islamericanPOD LIKE AND SHARE on Facebook @ISLAMericanviews This week's episode is the second part of Episode 17, our conversation with Stanley Heller, Chairperson of the Mid-East Crisis Committee, TV personality, and producer at THE STRUGGLE TV NEWS, As well as a member of Promoting Enduring Peace. In today's episode Feras and Badawi sit down with Stanley Heller to wrap up their conversation about American connections to foreign governments by discussing yet another weird American partnership: Saudia Arabia and The UNH(The University of New Haven) Is it just a cool international partnership, or has it led to catastrophic outcomes for people like JAMAL KASHOGGI? The guys finish the conversation by discussing Promoting Enduring Peace's work, the continued tragedy of Syria, Palestine Museum US, and Rachel Corrie remembrance and more. Special appearance by our good friend Marwan! Article: https://www.nhregister.com/news/article/University-of-New-Haven-responds-to-calls-to-cut-13331107.php#photo-16371328 Websites: pepeace.org, palestinemueseum.us, thestruggle.org

    STAY TUNED FOR EPISODE 18: PART 2 of our conversation with Stanley Heller TUESDAY 3-19-2019

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2019 1:17


    Next on ISLAMerican Views, Feras and Badawi sit with Stanley Heller, chairperson of mid-east crisis committee and employee of Promoting Enduring Peace, for part two of their two-part conversation. In part 2 they speak about Saudia Arabia's relationship with The University Of New Haven in CT and possibly other universities. The alleged connection between the forensic department in UNH and Saudia Arabian government's alleged murder of Jamal Kashoggi and MORE!!!! Check out The Struglgle TV News a mid-east crisis committee project on thestruggle.org.

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    Episode 17-We Stand With Ilhan Featuring Stanley Heller PART 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2019 41:56


    We dropped this urgent episode earlier than our usual time to let our position be known on our support for our sister in Islam, congresswoman Ilhan Omar. We will not be silent as our sister gets unfairly attacked and threatened due to her speaking out about AIPAC and the Israeli influence on American politics. We denounce antisemitism, Islamaphobia, and hate of all kind. In this episode, Feras and Badawi discuss this issue with special guest Stanley Heller, chairperson of the Mideast Crisis Committee, works for Promoting Enduring Peace, and as part of the Mideast Crisis Committee produces and takes part in The Struggle Video News which has been running since 2003 and has over 700 episodes as well as runs on over 30 stations ranging from Vermont to NYC! More information can be found on thestruggle.org follow on twitter @thestrugglevideo LIKE and SHARE on facebook: @strugglevideo ARTICLE: http://thestruggle.org/refuting%20charges%20of%20anti-Semitism.htm SUBSCRIBE ON APPLEPODCASTS, SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC, and STITCHER, FOLLOW ON SOUNDCLOUD! FOLLOW ISLAMerican Views on twitter @ISLAMericanPOD LIKE and SHARE our facebook page: @ISLAMericanviews WE LOVE HEARING FROM YOU: Comment, email, or facebook us for suggestions on new episode topics, comments, or if you would like to be on our next episode! THANK YOU!

    Episode 16: Islamic Gems On Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2019 36:27


    In this week's episode, they guys, Mohammad Badawi, Feras, and Nabeel, start by discussing part of Hadith 36: Virtue Of Gathering For The Remembrance of Allah. Mainly, the topic of community and how we as American Muslims are supporting or not supporting one another. They debate about the sense of community overseas VS. In America, and some practical things we all can do to strengthen the bonds within the Muslim and Non-Muslim community, and of course some jokes are there as well! Follow us on twitter @ISLAMericanPOD LIKE us on facebook @ISLAMerican Views. Hadith's Referenced: Hadith 36: Virtue Of Gathering For The Remembrance of Allah Hadith on Oppression: Support oppressors by stopping them Narrated in Bukhari and Muslim. Quran: Chapter 13(AR-Raad) Verse 11.

    Episode 15 Freedom and Justice For ALL: Intro to CIVIL and HUMAN Rights In Islam

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2019 33:36


    In this week's episode Badawi and Feras and brief guest appearance by their dear friend Kurhsat, introduce the broad topic of civil and human rights as it pertains to Islam. They give a brief overview of the topic, specific text concerning equality in Islam, cultural practices VS. religous teachings across religons, rights granted under Islam compared to modern western countries, and more! Follow us on twitter @islamericanPOD LIKE and SHARE our facebook page @ISLAMericanviews LISTEN ON #applepodcasts #googleplaymusic #spotify #stitcher Check out Article called: "Human Rights in Islam" on whyislam.org

    Episode 14: Leadership, Race, and Humanity: A conversation with Dr. Jimmy Jones Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2019 35:53


    In this week's episode, Badawi and Feras continue their conversation with Dr. Jimmy Jones in the second part of the two-part series, leadership, race, and humanity. Topics discussed are Malcolm X and other Civil Rights contributors not being included in many U.S curriculums, Islam and African American Humanity, American Muslim standing compared to Muslims around the world, as well as necessary qualities of Muslim Leaders in America. Enjoy the show and don't forget to FOLLOW ON TWITTER @islamericanPOD and ON FACEBOOK: @islamericanviews. Dr. Jimmy E. Jones is a professor and chairman of World Religions, Manhattanville College and board chairman of The Islamic Seminary of America. He is also on the board of CAIR National. Visit Islamic Seminary of America on Facebook and Islamicseminary.us for more information about their work. Books Referenced 1-Disintegration: The Splintering of Black America by Eugene Robinson 2-New Haven Register Article: Faith Matters: Quran and Other Sacred Texts Tell Us to Put Aside Our Ethnic Differences 3-Autobiography of Malcolm X As told To Alex Healy 4-Imbeciles: The Supreme Court, American Eugenics, and The Sterilization of Carrie Buck by Adam Cohen 5- God's Crucible: Islam and the Making of Europe, 570-1215 by David Levering Lewis 6-Islam and The African American Experience by Richard Brent Turner 7- Black Macho and The Myth of The Superwoman by Michelle Wallace

    Episode 13-Leadership, Race, and Humanity in Islam: A conversation with Dr. Jimmy Jones Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2019 30:52


    In this week's episode, Feras and Badawi are joined by special guest, Dr. Jimmy Jones to discuss a wide array of topics dealing with race, systematic racism, Islam's status and power to transform lives of immigrants and underrepresented groups and MORE!!! PART 2 WILL DROP TUESDAY FEBRUARY 19! Dr. Jimmy E. Jones is a professor and chairman of World Religions, Manhattanville College and board chairman, The Islamic Seminary of America. He is also the board of CAIR National. Visit Islamic Seminary of America on Facebook and Islamicseminary.us for more information about their work. Books Referenced: 1-Disintegration: The Splintering of Black America by Eugene Robinson 2-New Haven Register Article: Faith Matters: Quran and Other Sacred Texts Tell Us to Put Aside Our Ethnic Differences 3-Autobiography of Malcolm X As told To Alex Healy 4-Imbeciles: The Supreme Court, American Eugenics, and The Sterilization of Carrie Buck by Adam Cohen 5- God's Crucible: Islam and the Making of Europe, 570-1215 by David Levering Lewis 6-Islam and The African American Experience by Richard Brent Turner 7- Black Macho and The Myth of The Superwoman by Michelle Wallace

    Episode 12: Kindness in Criticism

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2019 20:08


    In This week's epiosde Feras, Badawi were joined by Marouf again as they discuss a verse from a chapter from the Quran titled: Taubah verse 70 which discussed the need for men and women to support one another in times of missteps and questionable behavior. The guys delve deep on the topic and offer some advice to the listeners.

    Quran Battle Royale First Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2019 11:18


    ISLAMerican Views presents the first edition of Quran Battle Royale featuring Quran reciters Muhammad Ali, Mohammad Marouf, and Mohamad Badawi with special commentator Feras, of course. Enjoy some sweet sounds of Quran recitation on your Friday! See you next week with a brand new episode!

    Episode 11 : The Islamic Take On Organ Donation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2019 27:41


    In this week's episode Feras, Badawi, and Marouf discuss heart transplantation and organ donation in Islam. Feras' starts with sharing a personal story about his son who past away due to heart complications while waiting for a heart transplant and his feelings and struggles in making sure he is doing the best for his son and at the same time doing what's right in his religon. This episode is dedicated to Malik Majeed-The time spent with you will last a lifetime. Check out Article About Imam Johari Abdul Malik and his efforts to making organ donation a clear "YES" amongst the Muslim community: https://www.donatelifevirginia.org/imam-johari-abdul-malik-and-the-change-of-muslim-heart-towards-organ-donation/

    Episode 10: Immigration Stories Part 1- Silent Struggles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2019 38:24


    In this week's episode, the guys and some friends sit and tell their own individual family stories of how their families immigrated and or settled in America. Please reply in the comments with your own experiences as well as episode topic suggestions! Enjoy and thank you for listening!

    Episode 9- Falling Out Of Islam

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2019 41:19


    In this week's episode Feras, Badawi, and Nabeel are joined by Zain, Marouf, and Marwan as they discuss the reasons why people might want to leave the religion of Islam as well as some possible solutions for individuals and community members to think about. Hope you enjoy! Please remember to submit your topics for next week's episode or questions you might want answered and we will try our best to include them our future episodes!

    Episode 8 : The Fall of Celebrity Imams-HOW DO WE RESPOND? (Inspired By Dalia Mogahed)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2019 27:57


    In this week's episode, Feras, Badawi, and Nabeel discuss a topic inspired by a facebook post made by public figure, Dalia Mogahed titled, "On The Crisis Of Authority" Simply put, questions discussed were: How should we react or respond when our scholars, mentors, and religious leaders fall from grace or do something that goes against the teaching of the religion or the topics of their lectures? Comment below if you have any additional thoughts, we would love to hear them! Enjoy and thanks for listening!

    Episode 7: Don't Sneeze Your Deeds Away! Tales of Sin, Jin, and Damnation.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2019 29:38


    In this episode, Feras and Samra are joined by Nabeel and Ali as they discuss things they heard or believed were impermissible most of their lives growing up as Muslims as told by their parents, families, mentors, and or older folk. They break down some of these tales and try to come to an understanding of their origin. Hope you enjoy the first episode of 2019! Happy New Year!

    Episode 6: Unity In Islam: What IS THAT?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2018 25:01


    In today's episode, Badawi, Feras, and Samra discuss the idea of unity among Muslims and debate the idea of Muslims breaking away to create their own cultural "comfort zone" Finally, the guys break down how unity should ideally look like and the difference between being unified through purpose and unified through opinion. Enjoy, follow, and Share!

    Episode 5: Mosque Series Part 2-Politics As Usual?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2018 41:41


    In today's episode hosts, Feras, Samra, and Badawi alongside good friends Marwan and Mohammad Marouf dive into mosque politics and dissect the missteps as well as some potential fixes. They then dedicate some time to speak on the lack of woman inclusion in the mosque as well as the effects of an unwelcoming or disheveled women space in the mosque. It is a packed episode today! Enjoy!

    Episode 4: Turkey Day - Haram Or Time To Grub?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2018 20:51


    Today, Feras and Samra alongside their friend Nabeel decode Thanksgiving and discuss the popular Islamic thought/Rulings when it comes partaking in the Thanksgiving festivities and how Muslim Americans can navigate this HUGE dilemma...In this episode, they decode Thanksgiving. Look No Further. ENJOY!

    Episode 3:The United Muslims Of America

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2018 32:46


    In today's episode, Feras and Badawi discuss the need for Muslim Americans to carve out their own identity separate from international influence, specifically the Saudia Arabian Government. They go on to explain why it is dangerous for the west to rely on one or two countries in the Middle East to be their "representatives" of Islam. Enjoy!

    Episode 2: The Mosque Series Part 1 - The Mahmoud Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2018 28:38


    In today's episode Feras, Samra, and Badawi alongside Mohamad Marouf and Ali discuss the role of the mosque or masjid in the Muslim community in America, historically and presently. They continue to discuss the things that many mosques fail to do or achieve as well, the "Mahmoud Effect" as well as some hopeful areas of improvement. Enjoy!

    Intorduction To ISLAMerican Views

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2018 1:35


    In this short clip, Feras introduces the new podcast him and his freinds started, called ISAMerican Views. He explains how the idea came about and the rational or theme behind the upcoming conversations.

    Episode 1:The Generational Gap

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2018 29:40


    In the first episode of "ISLAMerican Views" hosts Samra, Badawi, and Feras alongside good friend Marwan discuss the idea of Muslim American success in comparison to the average American as well as other minority groups. Later, they discuss the generational gap in thinking and ideology between today's generation of Muslim Americans and older generations. Enjoy!

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