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Think Like A Lady PodcastS7E8: Life After DivorceThis Episode Dua and Afroze talk to Areej, and how her divorce made her a stronger woman, how it was the best decision for her children and her life. Areej’s story is both compelling and heart breaking. From migrating to the US from Palestine at the age of 18, to fighting for her motherhood amidst her divorce battle, Arreej’s story is one of triumph, grief, ambition, and persistence. Dua and Afroze highlight a message that they’ve always stood by, that w woman’s divorce does not define her, but it certainly shows that a woman worth does not enta...2021-06-171h 15Think Like A Lady PodcastS2E7: Casual Conversations With Dua & AfrozeJoin us this week and get to know your podcast hosts, Dua and Afroze on a more personal level! Want to know how we met? How we manage our friendship and podcasting business? How different we are? Listen to it all as we casually discuss various topics such as men, communication, friendships, relationships, self respect and more!Listen on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Amazon Audible, Pandora and more. 2021-06-121h 13Think Like A Lady PodcastS2E6: The Censoring of Palestinian ContentThis Episode Dua and Afroze talk to John, a software engineer and analyst at Facebook. While remaining anonymous, John delves into Facebook's algorithm and it's biases pertaining to Palestinian content, how politics influences the training set of the algorithm, and how the reach of a post on instagram works. John reveals how certain words are blacklisted purposefully by Facebook, while other biases exist due to blindspots that in the end still block the Palestinian narrative. Listen on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Amazon Audible, Pandora and more. 2021-06-031h 00Think Like A Lady PodcastS2E5: The Dark Origins of ZionismSpecial guest Erik Al-Hussaina joins Afroze to talk about the bleak origins of zionism. Dating back to 1799 to when the idea was first described, to the Balfour Declaration lobbied by Britain to the League of Nations, Erik and Afroze reveal the troubling intentions of establishing an ethno-state. While many argue that to be anti-zionist is to be anti-semitic, Erik and Afroze delv deep into this misleading logic; in fact- by providing historical context Erik and Afroze make the case of how Zionism is anti-semitic itself. From dismantling the "Human Shields" argument to drawing the distinction between self-determination and zionism...2021-05-241h 14Think Like A Lady PodcastS2E4: The History of Islam in AmericaS2E4: The History of Islam in AmericaThis week on Think Like a Lady Podcast, Dua and Afroze delve into the origins of Islam in America. From the Muslim slaves that were brought to the Americas during the slave trade to the first Mosque established in the United States; Dua and Afroze analyze how the pinnacle of Islam is in large part credit due to the black roots in this country and the inherent presence of Islam in black history. As we discuss how Islam is part of the fabric of American life, history and culture...2021-05-061h 07Think Like A Lady PodcastS2E3: To Doubt Your FaithHave you ever doubted your faith in Islam? This episode Dua and Afroze invite Hossain Albgal to talk about their journey's in doubting Islam. In both the female and male perspectives in doubting Islam, Afroze and Hossain both describe having gone through a recoil effect; in which doubting the religion caused them to become even closer to the faith. Dua, Afroze and Hossain discuss why it's ok to ask the tough questions, and how getting the wrong answers can be emotionally distressing and often cause an existential crisis. 2021-04-2958 minThink Like A Lady PodcastS2E2: The Metabolism of Fasting in RamadanEver wonder how your fasts impact your metabolism? Well Dua and Afroze can help! This week on Think Like a Lady Podcast, we discuss the 4 stages of fasting (otherwise known as the 4 states of fasting), some crucial hormones that come into play during your fast over the course of 30 days such as leptin, ghrelin, insulin and glucagon. We provide some insight on how your macronutrient ratios in your meals impact your fasts and how that can either lead to weight gain or weight loss. Dua and Afroze also discuss how discipline can be achieved in Ramadan when it comes...2021-04-2248 minThink Like A Lady PodcastS2E1: The Quantum Physics of IslamS2E1: The Quantum Physics of Islam- Out Thursday! Welcome back Think Like a Lady listeners! We are finally back!! TLAL launches our special Ramadan edition episodes about the science behind Islam!! Dua and Afroze discuss the Quantum physics related to much of the phenomenon laid in Quranic scripture and Hadith. From exploring string theory to the dimensions of heaven and hell to navigating the law of conservation mass of our souls, join Dua and Afroze as they delve deeply in the conundrum that is our universe. Listen on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Am...2021-04-151h 13Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E18 - The College Admissions ScandalEveryone deserves the opportunity to enter into the university of their dreams with the right credentials and academic marks, right? Wrong. The College Admission scandal shed light on the harsh reality that someone who works hard for four years with exceptional grades and athletic abilities can have their well deserved spot at a prestigious school yanked out from underneath them by a student without merit simply because their parents have money. This episode discusses the intricacies of privilege amongst the elite class of society and how this continues to expand the gap between socioeconomic classes.This episode i...2020-12-251h 08Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E17 - Toxic ParentingInter-generational Trauma, what does it mean? This episode Dua and Afroze discuss the experiences of having grown up with immigrant parents, and the some of the toxic parenting methods found in Arab and South Asians culture. From talking about the repercussions of physical discipline as a form of parenting, to crossing the line to abuse, to the emotional and mental trauma that immigrant and first generation children endure. Dua and Afroze anecdotally describe how they’ve seen inter-generational trauma break the cycle, and what healthy parenting looks like. Listen on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Pandora and...2020-12-101h 06Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E16 - Muslim UnityHave you ever questioned what Muslim unity looks like? Do we truly have an ummah today despite living in a post modern era that is lacking of any structure or organization that would define an ummah? From a global scale in which Muslim nations have turned their backs on each other to our daily microcosmic lives, Dua and Afroze discuss the challenges Muslims face in remaining unified. From discussing solutions that involve supporting Muslim led business and initiatives to boycotting the corporations that hurt Muslims, to the elements of Islam that unite us all, we delve deep into the...2020-12-031h 11Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E15 - When Identity Politics Goes Too FarKamala Harris has achieved the vice presidency as not only the first woman, but as a woman of color from Indian and Jamaican descent. In terms of identity politics, many people finally felt represented in the vice presidency, hoping that a woman of her background would benefit communities of color, women, and therefor reflect the constituency and their needs. However, Due and Afroze discuss a deeper side of identity politics. When identity politics goes too far in that it begins to override Harris’ record and the harm she brings to the office. When identity politics overrides substance, we...2020-11-191h 02Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E14 - Facing Abuse in Community Environments*Trigger Warning: sensitive content belowHave you heard the phrase “Believe all women”? Well there’s a deeper meaning to be had about the logic this phrase offers. Have you ever wondered what the investigative process looks like when several parties come forward with an allegation against an individual? This episode, Afroze sits down with Sara Bawany (@sara.bawany ) a licensed social worker from FACE, an organization designed to tackle abuse in community environments. FACE recently published an investigative report against Mohamed Ali Mohamed Egeesa, otherwise known as Sheikh Abo Ras, a well known community leader in the to...2020-11-121h 02Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E13 - The Muslim VoterAs America shifts away from a democracy into a corporate plutocratic oligarchy, minorities lose more and more weight in the election process. As Muslims make up less than 1% of the US population, what are the issues that inform our votes? Afroze and Dua dive to the depths of how the American Overton window has shifted so far to the right, that in any other country Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders would not be in the same party. In fact, Trump and Biden would likely be in a Conservative party together. Afroze discusses how conceptually Islam is more progressive and...2020-11-0559 minThink Like A Lady PodcastS1E12 - Anti-Muslim Sentiment in the WestS1E12: Anti-Muslim Sentiment in the West Recently anti-Muslim sentiment has been on the rise in France and much of the west. But where did this sentiment come from? What specific occurrence in both the dark ages and modern history of the western world contributed to the Islamaphobia we see today? In this episode Dua and Afroze discuss the intricacies of anti Muslim sentiments, it’s origins, the agenda of such a sentiment and the recent events of violence in France.Join us this Thursday when our new episode drops! (Link in bio) List...2020-10-291h 02Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E11 - The Future is FemaleWomen have dominated the workforce in many ways. On average women obtain bachelors, masters and doctorates at a higher rate than men do. Women now dominate the workforce both in professional careers, and in essential careers. Women have proven to be a resource that was untapped for so long and we can all acknowledge that based on the barriers women have been breaking, the future is indeed female. However, we still have bigger hurdles to jump over than men. Dua and Afroze discuss the obstacles women face in the workplace in depth, from the interview process, to b...2020-10-221h 06Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E10 - Systemic Patriarchy in the Beauty IndustryS1E10: Systemic Patriarchy in the Beauty IndustryWe know that the beauty, fashion and cosmetic industry have largely defined what physical femininity looks like. 50 years ago male execs decided that the voluptuous woman like Marilyn Monroe was beautiful. Today, they’ll have you thinking that a petite woman with a big chest and glutes is what looks attractive. This male ideation of female beauty rejects biology, anatomical proportionality and psychology. If the preference is that a woman ought to be curvy with a chest and bottom, well she won’t be thin. At the same time, the...2020-10-151h 09Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E9 Signs of Toxic Men in DatingHave you ever been on a date and noticed a few red flags that you really wanted to ignore? Maybe he referred to his ex as a “psycho bitch” or he explains his sexist concept gender roles. He doesn’t want to tell you if he’s talking to other people but he wants to make sure he’s the only one you’re talking to. Dua and Afroze talk about many of these red flags, what they mean and trusting your gut.2020-10-081h 10Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E8 - The Lolita Effect (Child Sexualization)What if we told you that children’s shows aren’t as innocent as you think. What if we told you that they’re contributing to a larger phenomenon called the Lolita Effect. Recently the French film “Cuties” was released on Netflix that sparked global outrage from parents of all walks of life. However, we enlighten our listeners that such a film is only a brazen example of the sexualization of children and young girls. It’s been happening much more subtly in the TV shows and other media young girls consume. And while the film withheld the intention to bring awa...2020-10-011h 03Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E7 - Children Born Out Of WedlockDua and Afroze discuss that all children are a blessing no matter how they are brought into this world. Complex ideas are explored that run parallel to each other but in opposite directions. Just as we’re told to avoid sin, we’re also taught that we’re guaranteed we’re going to commit them (both on a big and small scale). Just as intimacy outside of marriage is forbidden, a child as a result of that sin is still a blessing. Two counter-intuitive notions that run parallel to one another but in opposite directions... because we know morality and ethi...2020-09-241h 06Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E6 - Learning about Muslim Women from the OutsideOn this episode of our podcast we sit down with Carley Deardorff, an international communications strategist. Carley grew up in a small town in Texas in a majority white community. Post 9/11 she had no exposure to Muslims and her only source was the media that vilified Muslims. The impression that Islam is a patriarchal religion, where women have no rights, the tendency to conflate local cultures with the religion itself and the unforgiving attitudes towards Muslim societies in which “Radical Islam” is the default and “the moderate Muslim” is the alternative... when neither exist. Carley discusses the minimal e...2020-09-1659 minThink Like A Lady PodcastS1E5 - Sex On A Woman's TermsDua and Afroze talk about how the burden of a dignified society is always placed on the woman’s shoulders, be it in the west or the east. The notion that the west looks at Muslim countries and views the culture in which women covering is the norm somehow suggests that muslim societies are oppressive and immoral, we see the east on the opposite end of the spectrum; maintaining the notion that women being exposed in the west are too indignified and immoral. However, we see the standards of the f***boy culture existing across all societies. Attitudes on se...2020-09-1057 minThink Like A Lady PodcastS1E4 - To Take Off the HijabOn this episode of our podcast we will be discussing the WOMAN’s perspective of hijab. An outlook you will never get from a man. Which is why we believe men shouldn’t have an opinion about hijab. They should simply listen.Hijab is a journey but we would be lying if we said it didn’t have its difficulties. Often times putting on the hijab means signing an unspoken contract for a set of expectations that are unrealistic for almost every person. It means being put on a pedestal much higher than a woman who doesn’t wear h...2020-09-031h 00Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E3 - Zara Abid - Sexism Even in DeathZara Abid was a Pakistani model who perished on May 22nd 2020 in an air crash on Pakistan flight PK8303. While many religious leaders came to a consensus that everyone on that flight was a shaheed (a martyr or person who dies an honorable death in which they are thought to have been granted heaven upon death); sexism showed its true colors when many in the media and on social media claimed that Zara was an exception because of her career choice in modeling and acting... which they deemed immoral. In episode 3, we plan to dissect this sort o...2020-08-2648 minThink Like A Lady PodcastS1E2 - Sexual Assault/Abuse in Islamic SpacesLast week we distributed an anonymous survey inquiring about the experiences of our followers involving sexual assault and abuse in Islamic spaces. In this episode we intend on addressing some very taboo topics that are often shoved underneath the rug. We’ll be doing some analysis on trafficking that occurs in Islamic spaces like hajj/umrah and reading the responses of our anonymous responders to our survey. We will be including some great resources for victims of sexual assault and abuse in our podcast episode. We would like to commend the bravery of all of our responders. Als...2020-08-201h 01Think Like A Lady PodcastS1E1 - The Price is Too HighOur very own Dua will be sharing her experiences of having married an emotionally abusive spouse. She discusses that divorce isn’t easy but your happiness matters more. Our motto is simple “If you have to stop being all of who you are to be half of a couple, the price is too high”.We explore the intricacies of divorce. A stigma that many women live with, but we’re here to offer hope. We’re here to remind you that your worth in society is not compromised by having a divorce (or two) under your belt. Quite the...2020-08-1358 minThink Like A Lady PodcastToxic Marriage Teaser Trailer Coming Thursday, August 14thOur launch is near! We’ll be releasing our first episode this Thursday so stay tuned! Our very own Dua will be sharing her experiences of having married an emotionally abusive spouse. She discusses that divorce isn’t easy but your happiness matters more. Our motto is simple “If you have to stop being all of who you are to be half of a couple, the price is too high”.We explore the intricacies of divorce. A stigma that many women live with, but we’re here to offer hope. We’re here to remind you that your worth i...2020-08-1301 min