QahwaChats Podcast

After months of being away, we are finding our way back. In this episode,  Aasiyah and Safiyyah share some of the struggles they've been through. From not having structure to contemplating giving up on podcasting, we discuss the lessons we've learned along the way.

In this episode, Aasiyah and Safiyyah discuss a reoccurring topic among women. Ramadan is around the corner, and everyone is trying to increase in worship. However, worship is not a "one type fits all", it looks different for each person. As a woman, how can I worship Allah? Am I doing enough? The co-hosts ponder these questions and arrive at a beautiful answer

QahwaChats is back for Season 3, Alhamdulilah! In this episode Aasiyah and Safiyyah talk about a very controversial topic in both non-religious and Islamic conversations. Feminism has been a topic of debate and discussion for decades. In the first episode of this season, the co-hosts discuss modern day feminism and its impact on the lives of Muslim women and the society as a whole. Are feminism and femininity mutually exclusive? What does it mean to be a Muslim feminist? And where do we fall short as Muslim women in achieving success in this life and the next? 

In this episode Aasiyah and Safiyyah discuss the the hardships of a full-time worklife, especially college, and how it can bring about stress and anxiety. Is there a realistic way to be a full time student and have a "normal life"? Does Islam offer a solution?  They discuss what Salaah and remembering Allah means to them, as well as the many ways we, as Muslims, can center our lives around it.

This conversation is as lighthearted as it gets when talking about the Book of Allah. In this episode Aasiyah and Safiyyah explore what it means to have a relationship with the Quran. Is it simply reading the words, or it is about understanding and implementation? They discuss what the Quran means to them, as well as the many ways we, as Muslims, can maintain a strong relationship with Allah and the Sunnah through it.

In this episode, Aasiyah and Safiyyah reflect on the behavior of children, and relate the growing pains of children to those of adults. At times, during our growth, we feel alone despite being surrounded by others. Is this feeling "normal"? The co-hosts discuss their views on the matter, while exploring lessons they've picked up during their own journeys. 

In this episode, the co-hosts, Aasiyah and Safiyyah discuss the topic of Marriage. Are we ready for the next chapter? What should we look for in a spouse? What expectations should one have walking into marriage?  All of these questions are answered in this light hearted episode. 

In this episode Aasiyah and Safiyyah discuss positive and negative self-image, what it means to be confident as a Muslim, and the hard truth about society's role in our generational self-esteem issues. Further, they explore what it means to be humble and the hidden troubles that come with a lack thereof. 

We are back after a much needed break! In this episode, we reflect on  our Ramadan experience and discuss everything  from personal expectations to lessons learnt moving forward. Do our journeys end with Ramadan or can they continue throughout the rest of the year? We end the episode brainstorming our goals for this summer and thinking of ways to give back to ourselves. 

In this episode Safiyyah expounds on one of the topics mentioned in the first episode of this series. Setting goals is an important step to reaping the most out of Ramadan. That being said, a third of the month has passed, so is it too late? What if the goals aren't realistic? Safiyyah, the co-host, then goes on to discuss reframing goals and mindset in order to avoid exhaustion and burn out. She finished off with talking about creating a connection with Allah, and making duaa for others.

Ramadan Mubarak!In this mini episode Aasiyah introduces the Ramadan Solo Series and elaborates on what it means to be realistic during the month of Ramadan. How do we set realistic goals? What is the significance of understanding individuality when setting these goals? The co-host goes on to emphasize the importance of intention, as well as talk about a valuable, yet often neglected, act of worship. She then touches on the importance of remembering Allah and seeking His help through it all. 

What is it like to live overseas, in the Khaleej as a Black, American Muslim girl? How do you navigate balancing conflicting cultures? Where do you draw the line between fitting in and compromising your identity? In this episode we introduce three different perspectives of girls living in the Khaleej. Does it matter which country you live in, which schools you attend, and what people you spend time around? We explore different experiences from childhood into adulthood. We'll take you on our own journeys to accepting ourselves as young women who have experienced two vastly different realities; our journeys as third-culture kids. 

In this episode we talk about our journeys with niqaab, finding hayaa, and the impact it has had in our lives. Throughout our young adulthood, we've navigated modesty differently, finding our own ways to express ourselves, and interacting with the world around us. 

How does duaa change Qadr? What does it mean to have tawwakul in Allah through duaa? In Episode 3 we begin more formally, defining what is means to make duaa and remember Allah.  We then dive into their own relationships with duaa and how it has been impactful in our lives. Further, we discuss common questions that we have always asked ourselves in our lowest states.  

In this episode we talk about one of the newest trending cultures in popular media, the "it girl." What is an "it girl"? How is she defined by society, and how should we, as young, Muslim women approach this trend? Is it simply propaganda, or is it something we should strive for as faithful Muslims? Aasiyah and Safiyyah dive into this conversation considering all of these questions, and creating their own picture of the Muslim "it girl."

We are back, Alhamdulilah! After several months we are excited to announce that we are back for good, by the Will of Allah. In our first episode of Season Two we talk about what we have been up to this past year. From religious growth to mental health, we discuss the many experiences and lessons that contributed to our individual growth.