Re-Sight Islam

Season 2 - Episode 28 - The Best of Planners - We've all done it.  We think we are in control of our destiny - we have our own plan all laid out, scheduled down to the last minute, and then... life happens and the plan we had goes right out the window.  But sometimes - sometimes - we need to step aside and let someone with a better plan take the lead. In this episode, Qasim and Salaam bring the second season to a close as they close in on the Meccan plot to kill Muhammad and the Prophet's escape and migration to Medina and into the welcoming arms of his followers.  You will hear how placing your trust in God, especially when you are not sure of your options, is often the best path to take. Find out: What you do when assassins are, literally, at your door?  How do you hide behind a spider's web?  Why is Salaam so excited about the "Prancing Pony"?  What is Qasim's definition of a "Muslim Buzz Kill"?  What was the song to welcome the Prophet when he finally joined his people? To find out the answers to these questions, download and take a listen! *** Special Bonus Track - at the end of today's podcast is an excellent version of the song that welcomed the Prophet to Medina.  We have shared the lyrics here and you can listen to it separately on YouTube by following this link. Tala Al Badru Alayna -sung by Yusuf Islam Tala'al-Badru 'alayna, min thaniyyatil-Wada' wajaba al-shukru 'alayna, ma da'a lillahi da' O the White Moon rose over us From the Valley of Wada' And we owe it to show gratefulness Where the call is to Allah Ayyuha al-mab'uthu fina ji'ta bi-al-amri al-muta' Ji'ta sharrafta al-Madinah marhaban ya khayra da' O you who were raised amongst us coming with a work to be obeyed You have brought to this city nobleness Welcome! best call to God's way Tala'al-Badru 'alayna, min thaniyyatil-Wada' wajaba al-shukru 'alayna, ma da'a lillahi da'   Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! We close out our second season with nearly 55,000 downloads! ... we really have something going here!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 27 - Incredible Journeys - We have all had that one dream where you wake up in the morning and, for a few minutes, you stare at the ceiling, remembering the vivid details because of how real it felt.  Imaging having a dream - a vision - where you went on the most fantastic of journeys, and when you awoke, you remembered every single detail in such clarity and with such precision that, when shared, it literally transformed your life ad the lives around you. In this episode, Qasim and Salaam tell the story of the incredible night journeys of the Prophet where his spiritual visions take him to Heaven and to Jerusalem - The Mi'raj and The Isra. Find out about the fantastical beast - the Buraq - that "lifted" the prophet on his journey.  Understand why the vision of Islam is one of working together for humanity and peace.  Who told the Muslims to pray 5 times a day?  How come Qasim is a failure on Tinder?  Why does Salaam have beard envy of Johnathan Frakes?  To find out the answers to these questions, download and take a listen! Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! We have over 50,000 downloads! ... we really have something going here!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 26 - To Each His Own - One of the most misinterpreted aspects of the Islamic faith is that it is intolerant of the faith of others.  The words of the Holy Prophet, himself, honor a pluralistic society where tolerance for the religion of others must be honored.  Unfortunately, many of those who profess Islam do not even understand this basic tenet that was professed within the pages of the Quran.  In this episode, Qasim and Salaam relate the troubling years in which the followers of Islam were interred in the Valley of Abu Talib and were subjected to isolation and starvation designed to break their faith. Find out more about Salaam's obsession with Capri Sun and a clean posterior.  What do ants have to do with the salvation of the starving Muslims?  What was Abu Talib's final message to the Quraysh?  How did the Holy Prophet treat those who worshiped idols - even when they were family members?  And who REALLY is the Silver Power Ranger? Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! Wait... What? We are closing in on 50,000 downloads! ... we really have something going here!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 25 - Transformers - We're not talking about the "Robots in Disguise" (even though Salaam still plays with his Optimus Prime figure...), but rather those people who, despite the pressures of society and culture, stand their ground, embrace change and create a paradigm shift in their world.  In the earliest days of Islam there were few that "transformed" the acceptance of the Holy Prophet's teaching more than Abu Bakr, Hamza and Umar. In this episode, Qasim and Salaam tell the stories of these three companions of the Holy Prophet and relate their inspiring journeys and how each transformed their own views and the opinions of the public. You will find out what people did for protection before there were any organized police.  What are the benefits of having a woman making the rule?  When is it appropriate to smack someone up side the head with a bow? and What book Salaam considers the second most moving story in his life? Listen to this episode to find the answers to these questions and more! Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! Nearly 48,000 downloads and counting... we really have something going here!  Thank you so much for all the support!    

Season 2 - Episode 24 - Faith and Patience - How much can one person take?  If you were berated and beaten for your beliefs, how long would you remain peaceful until you struck back?  Would you have the patience to remain true to your convictions?  Would you leave your home and all that you know in order to keep the peace? In this episode, Qasim and Salaam follow the early Muslim migrants who fled their homes in Mecca and the persecution of the Quraysh, crossed the Red Sea and found refuge with a just Christian King. The RSI team will explain what they mean when they say "It's expensive to be poor" and why the Quraysh may just be the where Corporate Lobbying originated.  You will learn how the words of Jafar saved the lives of all of the refugees and how The Lion King, The Matrix and a group of fleeing Hobbits tie in to the Holy Prophet's journey from Mecca. Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! Nearly 46,000 downloads and counting... we really have something going here!  Thank you so much for all the support!  

Season 2 - Episode 23 - Madman, Magician or Man of God - A man is defined by his actions.  It doesn't matter what names you are called or what lies are told about you as long as you have remained true to yourself and to God.  The Holy Prophet Muhammad was faced with lies about his character and his purpose and met them with a conviction buoyed by his actions and his faith. In this episode, Qasim and Salaam take a look as some of the mental and physical hardships and torment suffered by the early Muslims at the hands of their neighbors.  How would you have handled it? Would you have done as Muhammad did? The team will help you understand the importance of the Haj as it predates Islam.  You will find out the lengths a true friend will go.  Salaam and Qasim will explain the connection between Monty Python, Mark Twain and the Holy Prophet. AND You will see why Islam believes in the importance of education for both MEN and WOMEN. Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! Nearly 45,000 downloads and counting... we really have something going here!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 22 - Convictions of the Heart - How strong are you?  Not physically, but mentally and emotionally?  Have you ever been pushed to your limit - to the point where the only thing left is your will and your spirit?  We all have a breaking point - but at what cost is it reached. In this episode, Qasim and Salaam reveal a mere sliver of the many trials and tribulations that faced early Muslims as they struggled to overcome the prejudice of the people of Mecca.  Through physical torture and anguish, the faith of the Prophet's followers was put to the ultimate test - with many paying the price with broken bodies, crushed spirits and, yes, lost lives. In this episode, the team weaves in their trusty references to LOTR and spice it up with some Mad Maxx and Game of Thrones.  You will find out who was Balal and what was the "Mic Drop Moment" that defined his life.  You will learn the names of the remarkable and true followers who suffered greatly at the hands of their own people.  AND you will understand what is meant when "a sin is not a sin" in the eyes of Allah. Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! 43,000 downloads and counting... we really have something going here!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 21 - Power and Influence - Who has your back?  Really, who can you count on in life to be your hero when the chips are down and when the world seems to be against you.  We all need to have that one friend, spouse or relative that we can lean on and who will go the distance for you in tough times.   In this episode, Qasim and Salaam talk about the struggle between Power and Influence in the early days of Islam.  When the Meccans saw the influence of the Prophet Muhammad eating away at their traditional hold on power, they sought retribution.  But Holy Prophet had someone in his corner who was willing to risk it all to fulfill his commitment to family and to his word. In this episode, Salaam's true identity will finally be revealed!  We will discuss what a real life hero really is and find out the difference between insults and the cold, hard truth.  Qasim also dives into one of the universal truths in religion - "Love thy neighbor"- and what it means to the people of early Islam and how it really impacts us today. Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! 42,000 downloads and counting... we really have something going here!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 20 - The Prophet's Path - In life, we get to choose our own path.  Sometimes it's an easy road, but often, when the road is the hardest, we get the greatest rewards.  But when you are chosen to follow a divine path, it is often the case that the trail is nearly impossible to travel - unless you have the support of faithful family and friends. In this episode, Qasim and Salaam guide you along the difficult path that the Prophet and his followers had to travel in the first years of Islam.  Here, they give you a glimpse into the hurdles that lay in their way during these early days. In this episode, you will find out - What do "The Matrix" and the early days of Islam have in common?  What is the first rule of the "Muslim Club"?  What do we mean by a "ma'ruf" decision?  What is the significance of the House of Arqam? and What are the 6 reasons the early Arabs had violent opposition to Islam? .... Download and listen to find the answers! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  Thank you to everyone who has sent in questions and voted on our polls! We love hearing from you. Shout-out to Anke, Naureen and Azhar for great recent questions. Be sure to send in questions and vote on our poll on our website here: www.religionnewsfoundation.org/resightislam If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or @ReligionNewsFdn or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or Google smart home device, or on Apple Podcast. The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   Love what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconciliation for all to hear! We have over 40,000 downloads!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 19 - The Company You Keep - Family always has your back, right?  Well, not always.  Sometimes they can be your biggest critics and hurdles.  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam examine this paradox and reveal that family - true family - is not always related by blood.  The team looks at those who were first to believe the words of the Q'uran, the first 5 family members and the 5 companions who became the true family of Muhammad.   In this episode, you will find out - What was Muhammad's religion prior to the revelation of the Q'uran?  Who was the first to believe Muhammad?  Why do we always have that one crazy uncle in the family?  and Who was the least amongst them who became one of the greatest? .... Download and listen to find the answers! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or other smart home device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! Closing in on 40,000 downloads!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 18 - Persevere - What do you do when you know something great is just around the corner, but the struggle is real?  Do you quit or do you keep pushing forward? In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam address this by looking at the struggles of the Holy Prophet in the days immediately following the first revelation of the words of the Q'uran. This episode examines how Muhammad was bouyed by his faith, and the support of his beloved wife and a Christian hermit, as he came to grasp the enormity of the burden that God had bestowed upon him.   What is the "Night of Destiny"?  What are the two most important days of your life?  Who was the man that the Meccans said was unwell and suicidal? What is your "why"?  With more popculture references from Indiana Jones, Star Wars and Marvel Comics, the team will guide you to the answers to these questions and more.  .... Download and listen to find out! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or other smart home device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! WOW!  Over 38,000 downloads!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 17 - Recite - This is the episode that is the epicenter of the story of Islam - and the origin of the Podcast name.  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam examine the life of Muhammad with his beloved wife, Khadija, and the years leading up to the Prophet's revelation of the Q'uran by the Angel Gabriel.   This episode examines the family struggles and losses that Muhammad and Hadija experienced as well as their dedication and devotion toward eachother and God.  The team also looks at the faith of this 40 year old man as he stands on the precipice of changing the world.  You will find out - Is Salaam an apocalyptic prepper? What did the Angel Gabriel say to the man in the cave?  Who was the first person to accept Islam?  and When can a woman divorce her husband? .... Download and listen to find the answers! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or other smart home device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! WOW!  Over 36,000 downloads!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Special Episode - In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam answer a few questions that have been sent in by the listeners. How does Islam view Tattoos?  (And who are we to judge either way?) Are all the Prophets male? (And if so, what does that mean for a woman's role in Islam?) Why wouldn't God reveal his message to everyone instead of just a select few? With the ususal LOTR and Marvel references, you can find out: What are the 4 greatest attributes of God?  What ever happened to the video of Salaam punching Qasim in the face?  What is the difference between Grace and Mercy? and Why is finding God like going to the gym?   .... Download and listen to find the answers! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa or other smart home device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by Becoming a Patron - and getting cool gear! - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! WOW!  Over 35,000 downloads!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 15 - The Trustworthy and the Virtuous - In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam take a close look at the unlikely story of a poor, uneducated 25 year old man who catches the eye of a wealthy, 40 year old, twice widowed, business woman - and the relationship that blossomed from this improbable pairing. This episode will also help you will learn how a business woman shattered the glass ceiling in a time where women didn't do such things and how her tenacity in doing the unexpected paid off.  You will understand the beauty of the love story that molded the man who changed the world. Take a listen to Salaam's Terminator impersonation and Qasim's favorite quote from Interstellar.  What is the real value of knowing your family tree? Why won't Qasim use his 23&Me Test?  How important is a match-maker to get you that special someone?  .... Download and listen to find the answers! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! Over 33,000 downloads!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 14 - The Elements of Justice - In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam take a closer look at one of the key fundementals of the Islamic Faith:  the fair and equitable treatment of all people - the upholding of justice. The narrative of Justice weaves a story that works it's way from quantum physics to meteors to volcanic eruptions and earthquakes.  With an emphasis on understanding the importance of one's oath and the secular nature of just treatment, the team uses the Prophet's own experiences  and the example of the Midian people to bring the stories to life. What does the discovery of the "God Particle" have to do with Islam?  What are the best haggling tactics to get a fair price?  Why is Salaam worried about so many F's and Z's?  What does Wakanda have in common with the Kaaba?  How do you earn a woman's respect? .... Download and listen to find the answers! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! WOW!  Over 32,000 downloads!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Mirror, Mirror - In this episode, Re-Sight Islam addresses whether a man is the reflection of the society in which he lives or can society be molded into the reflection of the man.  Qasim and Salaam tackle how a young man can rise to greatness and fulfill the prophecies - even in the face of temptation and violence.  What does it take for a person to go against societal trends and norms to affect change around him?  Can one man sheath the swords of perpetual war? Take a listen as Salaam does a rather impressive impersonation of Gollum from LOTR and pays homage to "Guns & Roses".  Find out why all the cool kids are hanging out inside and why sleeping through that next crazy party might just be the best thing for you.  Qasim and Salaam also answer the age old questions of "Did the Meccans invent Hip-Hop?", "Who were the original members of the Justice League?" and whether Qasim actually believes that there are aliens living amongst us.... Download and listen to find the answers! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! WOW!  Over 31,000 downloads!  Thank you so much for all the support!

Season 2 - Episode 12 - The Great Tree - In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam bring the story back to that of a young boy orphaned at the young age of 6 years old. Embraced by his Grandfather, only to be orphaned again in 2 years, the child's story is that of compassion and empathy.  Qasim and Salaam relate the teachings of Jesus, through Matthew, and the visions of the kindly Grandfather, Abd al Muttalib, that the "good tree will bear the good fruit". To find out what the Prophet Muhammad and Bruce Wayne had in common, learn why "kids will be kids", and understand why Salaam should never be allowed near spandex and capes - download and take a listen to this weeks episode! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! WHOA!  We are closing in on 30,000 downloads!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Friends and Allies -  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam take a look at an issue that is all too common in today's society - the bullying of people because of their differences - and how we can each step up to stop it and become the Friends and Allies that we all need. Using today's headlines, personal examples from their own lives and the historical precedent set in the history of Islam, Qasim and Salaam explain how ignorance and fear can be overcome by knowledge and compassion. The team reaches back to 90's pop culture references and, in a flashback, explain why "Saved by the Bell" was never Qasim's favorite show!  Find out what the Q'uran teaches about the respect of women, what it really means to be "sent to the pirncipal's office", and how do you answer the question "You're a Muslim, right?" Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 29,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 10 - The Heart of a Prophet -  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam begin the story of the life of the Prophet Muhammad from birth until he is orphaned at the tender young age of six. They tell the story of a very young boy, facing an uphill struggle - fatherless, poor, and, eventually an orphan - who, even at an early age, demonstrated the tenacity, faith and strength of will that would be a hallmark of his journey. What is "Desert Day Care"? Who was the kind Christian Scholar that saved the young Muhammad? Did an Angel actually preform open heart surgery?  What is the number one boys' name on the planet?  and Who does the Prophet say you should respect the most?  The answer to these questions and more are to be found in this episode - so take a listen! Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 27,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 9 - No True Scotsman -  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam jump right into why ISIS and other extremists really need to crawl back under the rocks from which they came.  They set the record straight on the differences between the acts of individual Muslims and what Islam teaches.  As they pull back the veil of misunderstanding, the team sets the foundational rules necessary for legitimate scholarly interpretation of the Q'uran and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.  As they dive deeper into the discussion you will also learn about the heirarchy of interpretaion - and who you should believe. What is the "No True Scotsman" falacy? What should one do if a Hadith runs counter to a Sunnah?  Who was Ibn Ishak and why is he cited as a credible (or not so credible) source on Islam?  What do a radioactive turtle, chocolate chip cookies, unvaccinated kids and Mark Twain quotes have to do with understanding the Q'uran?  And, does Lisa really like Nelson?... The answer to these questions, and more, lie within this week's melodic dialogue.  Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 26,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 8   What is The Cure for Ignorance? In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam address the misattributions and misinformation that have permeated the discussion on defining the essence of Islam as it is set forth by the Prophet Muhammad.   The team embraces the sincere critics of Islam - welcoming the questions and challenges of the curious and denouncing the intollerance of the furious.  What about Muslims who commit terror?  What do they mean by a "Jihad of the Pen"? What does the Q'uran say about violence and terrorism? For this episode you will need to brush off your ruby slippers as the guys add The Wizard of Oz to the cultural references.  While you are at it, you may want to dig a little deeper into your Wakanda trivia, make sure you are plugged in to the Matrix, and peruse your globe for the location of Sri Lanka. Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 25,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 7   In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam address a key question: Who speaks for Islam?  Is it the Sunni or the Shia Imam? Is it Al-Qaeda or Daesh? OR... is it a couple of ruggedly hansom podcast hosts? The team examines the tragedy of 9/11 - the attrocity seen in the loss of innocent life and the intellectual tragedy of this act as the first exposure, for many, to Islam.  They ask some tough questions and bring to light the real roots of the biase in understanding Islam.   Does the Constitution - as written - express the MOST Islamic tenets of any of our founding documents?  Do you think that it is OK that people learn Christianity from the KKK? or Islam from Daesh? Who really is the "right" kind of Muslim?  Download the podcast and find out how Qasim and Salaam use their dad humor and popular culture to bring about some understanding and answers.   Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 25,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 6   In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam embrace "family" and tell the story of the family ties that led to the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.  In this episode, the team follows the lineage of the Prophet Abraham to Qusai ibn Kalib, the unification of the Quraysh Tribes and the establishment of Mecca as a center of trade, democracy and religion.  Learn the story of the union of Abdullah ibn abd-al-Muttalib and Aminah and why the time you are given with family should be cherrished.  Qasim and Salaam will address such age old questions as - What direction do you face if you are praying in the Kaaba?  Was Aladdin actually Chinese? When was the Year of the Elephant? and Where would Salaam get married if he had a time machine?  Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 23,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 5   In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam take a look at the times, just before the revelations to the Prophet, known as Jahillyyah, or the Age of Ignorance, and what those days and the modern day radical Islamists have in common. In this episode, the team looks at the differences between history and propaganda and how that difference relates to the pre-Islamic Meccans.  The differences that become evident when you begin to compare what you believe and what you are told.  Was the Prophet an instigator who sewed discord and violence?  Who was the Waraqa ibn Nawfal and what did this Christian Priest have to do with the founding of Islam? What is the origin of the symbol of the Crescent and Star? Qasim and Salaam will once again venture into pop-culture with classic LOTR references while also struggling with musical references from Aladdin, Hamilton and The Lion King.  Through it all, they will tell you why "any belief that forces itself on you - claiming to be from God - is not from God."  ... AND... the Podcast has a new logo! Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 23,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 4: A New Hope.  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam venture to a distant desert where a young man, being raised by his uncle, must battle agains the odds to fulfill his destiny. In this episode, the team explains the differentiation of the three classes of the Arab people and the meanings of some of the more common Arabic words you hear in Islam. You will also gain an understanding of how elephants, birds with stones and deadly viruses played a role in the defense of the Kaaba.  They also point to yet another unifying aspect of the world's many faith traditions. Qasim and Salaam will draw on their knowledge of The Force as they launch into the story of how one man's destiny was shaped by the search for water and the Zamzam Well.  If you can suffer through Salaam's misguided attempt at a Disney classic, you will discover how the value of life and the futility of human sacrifice were realized in the teachings of the Q'uran.   Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 23,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 3:  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam take a closer look at the miracles that are extolled in the Torah, Bible and Q'uran.   This episode examines what we mean by a "miracle".  If natural laws are made by God, does God break his own laws when a miracle is performed?  Are their exceptions to the Laws of Nature or are their exceptions to man's understanding of these laws?  If a miracle can be explained away by natural phenomena, does that, in and of itself, negate the devine nature of the event? Qasim and Salaam tackle these questions with the testament of the Holy Books of the Abrahamic Faiths and our ever evolving understanding of the natural world through science.  Journey with them from the deserts of Arabia to Scotland's Morecambe Bay and on to the International Space Station, as they explain why miracles are for the faithful and why they work to unify people of all faiths.       Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 21,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 2:  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam continue to examine the evolution of faith, humanity and religion as it sprang forth from the early prophets when they brought God's word to man. This episode follows one man's journey into an unforgiving desert where faith and trust are put to the test.  In keeping with the 3 themes of the Season 2 - Religious Freedom, The Evolution of Religion and Human Unity Across Faith Groups, the guys embrace the concept that "all prophets of God brought the same message," as they explain how the Q'uran welcomes the teachings of all faiths from the Aboriginal Australians to the Zoarastrians.  They also look again into the relationship of religion and science - discussing how they balance our need for morality and an understanding of the possible. Qasim and Salaam once again venture into Jurassic Park and the Lord of the Rings as they explain the origin stories of Mecca, the Zamzam Well, the Kabba and why there are 124,000 prophets.  You will also gain some insight into Abraham's sarcastic wit and why it is best to approach arguments with logical discussion when you are trying to change minds.     Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 20,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Season 2 - Episode 1:  In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam kick off Season 2 by going back to the beginning - 14 billion years back - in order to examine some of the fundementals of how science and religion create the natural synergy that leads to the truth that we live today.     This episode grapples with the Big Bang, the creation of the stars, dark matter, dinosaurs, Adam & Eve and how science and religion are not the mutually exclusive schools of thought that so many hold.  Understand what the Q'uran means by "The word of God cannot contradict the work of God." Qasim and Salaam pay homage to Dr. Strange and Jurassic Park as they examine what is meant by the "Three Degrees of Knowledge", while the Lord of the Rings makes yet another appearance as the lessons of Cain and Abel are put into perspective.  This episode will also help you understand why knowledge is a human right and the teachings of the Talmud should be honored by Muslims.   The team closes out this episode with a broader look at the 3 themes of the Season 2 - Religious Freedom, The Evolution of Religion and Human Unity Across Faith Groups. Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@ReligionNewsFoundation.org. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 19,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

Qasim and Salaam are back for Season 2 of Re-Sight Islam!  Season 1 was an unqualified success thanks to you, our listeners, and all of the great support and feedback you sent our way.  Season 2 will continue with the "Jihad of the Pod" incorporating all of the things you love - the witty banter, the pop-culture references and the compelling story narratives.  We will also be changing up the format just a bit - RSI will be released twice weekly with shorter episodes of 25-30 minutes.  We received a ton of feedback from students, teachers and commuters that the shorter format would fit their goals and schedules - and we couldn't agree more! Season 2 kicks off with Episode 1 hitting the air on Tuesday, November 20th, 2018 - just in time for your Thanksgiving travels! Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 18,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, the final episode of Season1, Qasim and Salaam examine the life and the influence of the Prophet Mohammed's beloved wife, Ayesha.  Respected by the Prophet for her intelleigence, judgement and understanding of His teachings, she stands as a model of piety, truthfulness and strength for modern women throughout the world.  In telling her story, Qasim and Salaam are joined by Qasim's wife, Ayesha, to lend some authenticity that Salaam's falsetto could never accomplish!   Parental Advisory:  This episode deals with sensitive issues that may necessitate parental discretion and further discussion as we address topics of child marriage, adultery, rape and sexual abuse   This episode looks at why Islam requires PROOF and corroboration by truthful witnesses to accuse someone (man or woman) of unchaste behavior.  Qasim and Salaam take a deep dive into the relevance of Ayesha's life in an era of #metoo, victim shaming and false allegations of wrong doing.  Additionally, they take some time to set the record straight on the actual age of Ayesha when she was wed. Qasim and Salaam address the importance of a well planned bathroom break on long trips, coffee's true origin and how Hajib was first meant to be embraced by men. They will help you see that there is no double standard when it comes to modesty and chastity, why there needs to be a face palm emoji in podcasts and explain why women always maintain bodily autonomy. The team closes out this first successful season with a peek at what is planned for Season 2 (which should be launching in the next few weeks)! Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear! 15,000 downloads and counting!  Thank you!

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim hit the road with a live recording from the 2018 Religion News Association National Conference in Columbus, Ohio. Qasim is joined this week by 3 amazing women who exemplify Faith Driven Action. Qasim's first guest is Morgan Lee, fellow podcaster and editor for Christianity Today Magazine.  Qasim and Morgan take a look at the common ground shared by Muslim and Evangelical Christian outreach and how both can work together in a pluralistic society.  Guest number two is Mira Abou Elezz, a Muslim Prison Pastor who is bucking the societal norms as she works within the walls of American prisons toward the rehabilitation of the criminal justice system and those caught within its clutches.  Qasim's final conversation features Dilshad Ali, a leading disability rights advocate who works within the Muslim community to highlight the needs and struggles of special needs children and their families. Qasim's conversations with with Morgan, Mira and Dilshad serve as shining examples of why he says "If you don't write your own narrative, someone else will write it for you." Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!  

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam examine the life and the influence of the Prophet Mohammed's first wife, Khadijah.  As the first person to accept Islam and the first to recognize Mohammed as a prophet of God, she remains as one of the most dynamic female characters in all of history. This episode looks at how Khadijah, when faced with tragedy and societal oppression, rose up to become one of the most influential women of her day.  Qasim and Salaam tell how Khadijah took control of her own destiny and stood bravely beside the Prophet through even the darkest of days. Qasim and Salaam answer the age old questions of why She-Camels are so important to goat farmers, what Khadijah and Jeff Bezos have in common, and where Ancestry.com really got its start.  This episode will explain why the third time is a charm, will get you counting the number of societal taboos that are violated in one story and why you are never too poor to get married. Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!  

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam look at the life of Khalifa Ali, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Mohammed. He ruled as the Khalifa for 5 short years from 656 to 661 in the immediate aftermath of the assassination of Khalifa Usman. This episode examines the tulmultuous times of Ali's rule as Qasim and Salaam tell the story of Khalifa Ali's rise through the ranks at the side of the Prophet, his reluctant acceptance of the office of Khalifat, his mortal clash with a trusted ally, his untimely end and the splintering of the Muslim faith. Qasim and Salaam tell how Khalifa Ali was the Achilles of his day, explain why avoiding Road Rage is a sign of piety , and why Salaam believes No Man Is Like Qasim And No Computer is like the Macbook Pro. This episode will also explain why Muslim women have held the reigns and been driving for 1500 years, why passing notes and gossip never ends good, why Qasim should give up his aspirations to be a rap star and why having a "dad bod" doesn't mean you can't be a legendary warrior and a leader. Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!    

In this bonus episode of Re-Sight Islam, we take a break from the historical story of Islam that we have been following. Come along as Qasim travels to the 52nd Jalsa Salana UK and takes some time to talk with some men and women who attended from around the world.  Listen to their views of Islam and how the faith is viewed by people of all faiths from many different parts of the world and, perhaps, gain some insight as to why a resurgence of peace is the goal for these faithful Muslims Share in this unique opportunity to learn more about what motivates these followers of Prophet Mohammed. Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam look at the life of Khalifa Usman, who, upon the death of Kalifa Umar, became the 3rd Khalif of Islam.   This episode examines the just and true actions of the the Khalifa who outlined the responsibility the Muslim men have to their wives and that a man's deeds should be judged by his intentions.  Qasim and Salaam also provide insight into one of the darkest days in the history of Islam where the discord of hypocrits led to division, distrust and murder.  Listen to as Qasim and Salaam show how false allegations and "Fake News" can mislead the public, how the rightful head of state handles calls for his unjust removal, and how acts agains nature - even burning crops and vegetation - stray from the teaching of the Holy Qur'an .   This episode will also explain why Khalifa Usman was the Brad Pitt of his day, how Batman relates to the Battle of Medina, and why the Holy Qur'an is the same today as it was 1400 years ago. Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, Qasim and Salaam take a dive into the life of Khalifa Umar,  who came to power as the second Khalifa after the death of Abu Bakr.   This episode examines the battles and victories under the rule of Khalifa Umar and reviews his jurisprudence and rule over the people in his care. This episode looks deep into the man and the motivations that impacted his world view and his treatment of people - with special attention to women, children, the weak, the infirmed, the elderly, and those non-Muslims under his care.  Take a look at why Qasim and Salaam believe that Khalifa Umar would have Aretha Franklin on his play list, why Servant Leadership ruled the day, and how hearing voices and tactics on Mustafar help tell the story of the expanding Muslim Empire.   This episode will also examine the role of fair and just rule in returning the Jewish people to their rightful place of worship in Jerusalem alongside Christians and Muslims. Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam as the #1 Podcast on Islam in the US by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!    

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, host Qasim Rashid is once again joined by attorney and stand-up comedian, Salaam Bhatti.  Join them as they walk you through the early days of Islam that include the final days of the Prophet Mohammed and the trials and tribulations of the early followers of the faith. This episode asks the question "what is the price of your faith?"  It examines the atrocities committed against the Prophet's followers in an attempt to get them to deny their faith. This episode further addresses the similarities between the barbarians of old and the barbarians of the present day - ISIS/ Daesh, Al Qaeda and other terrorists - who dishonor those who believe in peaceful coexistence of people of all faiths. Qasim and Salaam pose their definition of "imbicile" in Arabic, talk about some of the drop-the-mike moments of Hazrat Abu Bakr (the First Khalifa), and outline why Serving God and Serving Humanity are inseparable responsibilities for every Muslim. Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam at the forefront by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, host Qasim Rashid is once again joined by attorney and stand-up comedian, Salaam Bhatti as they close out the 3rd part of the opening trilogy that emphasizes the life of Prophet Mohammed. Together they examine the story of the Prophet Mohammed's final days, leading up to the final revelations of the Holy Qur'an and the Prophet's Farewell Address. This episode explains how the "Wikipedia" of Islam sets the record straight, shows us the romantic side of the Prophet, and clarifies how interest in Islam means "no interest" in Islam. Discover why the Prophet Mohammed preached that "faith is a matter of conscience" and that true followers of Islam should tolerate all faith traditions.  You will also understand why the concept of forgiveness is fundamentally rooted in the origins of the faith. Have a listen, and let's break bread together!   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ  or send an email to ReSightIslam@religion.news. This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam at the forefront by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!

In this episode of Re-Sight Islam, host Qasim Rashid is once again joined by lawyer and stand-up comedian Salaam Bhatti. as they continue with part 2 of the opening trilogy that emphasizes the life of Prophet Mohammed. When faced with hatred and discrimination - threats and great personal loss – how would you respond? Do you fight back or do you suffer in peace?  Find out how Muslims made an alliance with Christians and Jews in the early days of Islam and the immense benefits that resulted for everyone. Understand how, in the true faith of Islam "Jews and Muslims are equal human beings in the eyes of God". And finally, learn how Star Wars, Julius Cesar, the Magna Carta, Spartans and a hit Broadway Musical tie in to all of the above. Have a listen and let’s break bread together!    ********** We had reports of some technical glitches in the original release (Apologies!).  These have been fixed with a fresh recording and remix... please download and take a listen to the New and Improved Episode 2  (13 August 2018) *************   Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ.  This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.   LOVE what you hear?  Show your support and help us keep Re-Sight Islam at the forefront by becoming a PATRON - your generous donations will ensure that we are able to deliver a message of peace and reconcilliation for all to hear!    

In this inaugural episode of Re-Sight Islam, host Qasim Rashid is joined by attorney and stand-up comedian, Salaam Bhatti as they open the podcast series with a trilogy of episodes that shed light on the life of Prophet Mohammed. In this first part, they cover the, little discussed, early life of the Prophet Mohammed leading up to the revelation of the Holy Qur'an. Discover what women’s rights, the Justice League, breaking societal taboos, the Lord of the Rings, and open heart surgery have to do with the true interpretation of Islam. Understand why a noble Christian king declared that the Christian and Muslim faiths are “like 2 rays of light from the same Sun” and how the first words revealed to the Prophet mean so much to all of us regardless of our faith tradition… Have a listen, and let’s break bread together!     Please remember to subscribe, share and comment.  If you have any questions for Qasim or have suggestions for topics, you can always Tweet them to  @MuslimIQ.  This has been a production of the Religion News Foundation  For more information on these, and other religion news stories from around the world, visit religionnews.com or subscribe to  “Religion News Headlines” on your Alexa Device.   The Religion News Foundation – Your source for professional journalism covering religion for over  80 years.

Join host Qasim Rashid to explore Islam from the perspective of a Muslim living in the Western context. Prepare to laugh, learn, question preconceived notions and foster a spirit of community. Produced in affiliation with the Religion News Foundation (RNF).