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Yaqeen PodcastPreview: The Multi-Million Dollar War on Islam | Focal Point with Imam Tom FacchineFollow Focal Point with Imam Tom for full episodes! Who profits from making people fear Muslims? In this Focal Point episode, Imam Tom exposes the multi-million dollar network fueling Islamophobia—fake experts, front organizations, and political actors who weaponize misinformation for profit and power.This isn’t ignorance, it’s strategy. Who funds the fear? Who benefits? And how do we counter it?2025-07-1436 min
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastHow Colonialism Hijacked the Muslim World | Focal Point with Imam Tom FacchineEuropean colonialism didn’t just redraw borders, it dismantled the Muslim world from the inside out. From abolishing Islamic law to replacing scholars and institutions, the legacy of empire is everywhere—even in our own self-perception. In this episode of Focal Point, Imam Tom Facchine unpacks how colonialism restructured the Muslim world, and what Muslims must do to reclaim autonomy today.2025-07-0230 min
The Thinking MuslimMAGA and Mamdani with Imam Tom FacchineHelp us expand our Muslim media project here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membershipDonate to our charity partner Baitulmaal here:http://btml.us/thinkingmuslimThe return of Donald Trump to office raises the question of how far Americans have moved away from the ideas that underpinned its rise to globalism after 1945. What is Make America Great Again, and how important is this moment.I am here in New York with Imam Tom Facchine, one of the most astute commentators of America politics in our community. We look at...2025-07-011h 04Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastHow Music Impacts Your Brain | Imam Tom FacchineWhat’s the deeper impact of music on the soul? Beyond the debates of halal and haram, this video explores the dark side of music—how the industry shapes identity, fuels ego, and commodifies art. Imam Tom Facchine describes the spiritual risks of music production and consumption from an Islamic lens.2025-07-0106 minImam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastMalcolm X’s Legacy We Forgot About | Imam Tom FacchineMalcolm X’s dedication to the truth and justice, his love for Islam, and the dignity (izzah) he carried himself with are characteristics we must embody ourselves as Muslims. But that’s not the only legacy that Malcolm left for us to uphold. His ideas on unity and economic autonomy to uplift communities and the ummah are not often discussed. Imam Tom Facchine unpacks Malcolm’s legacy, this brilliant torch that he bore and passed onto us, and how we must now commit to carrying it.2025-06-3007 minImam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastWhy the Islamic Calendar Matters | Snapshots with Imam Tom FacchineWhat calendar is your life tied to? As the Islamic New Year begins, discover why the Hijri calendar is a divine framework for worship, identity, and sacred history. Learn how living by the Islamic lunar calendar realigns your life with purpose, faith, and the way Allah intended you to experience time.2025-06-2703 minImam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastHow Islam Completed what Christianity Began | Imam Tom Facchine and Paul WilliamsImam Tom Facchine sits down with Paul Williams from Blogging Theology for a conversation on truth, God, Christianity, liberalism, identity, and how Islam reframes it all.2025-06-191h 05Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastHajj is the Great Equalizer | Imam Tom FacchineHajj peels away privilege, step by step. Someone might start out in an air-conditioned tent in Mina, but in the end, everyone is picking pebbles out of the dirt in Muzdalifah. A billionaire and a janitor sleep under the same stars and use the same bathrooms.Imam Tom Facchine reminds us that in the eyes of Allah, only our piety distinguishes us, and the Hajj experience is a sobering reminder of that.2025-06-1803 minImam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastThe Multi-Million Dollar War on Islam | Focal Point with Imam Tom FacchineWho profits from making people fear Muslims? In this Focal Point episode, Imam Tom exposes the multi-million dollar network fueling Islamophobia—fake experts, front organizations, and political actors who weaponize misinformation for profit and power.This isn’t ignorance, it’s strategy. Who funds the fear? Who benefits? And how do we counter it?2025-06-1836 minYaqeen PodcastWhy Trials Shape Us: Wisdom from Yusuf (as) | Ramadan Reflections 10 | Imam Tom Facchine2025-03-2009 min
Qur'an 30 for 30, a Yaqeen SeriesJuz 14: How Shaytan Influences You | Imam Tom Facchine | Season 6Why can’t I just believe in Allah and live my life? That might be your nafs talking, influenced by Shaytan, who also believes in God, but promised to lead children of Adam astray.Join Imam Tom Facchine with Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they explore Juz 14 of the Qur’an, revealing the inner workings of Shaytan.2025-03-1528 min
Islam 365How Shaytan Influences You | Juz 14 Qur’an 30 for 30 S6 | Imam Tom FacchineHow Shaytan Influences You | Juz 14 Qur’an 30 for 30 S6 | Imam Tom Facchine2025-03-1428 minYaqeen PodcastWhat Justice Really Means in Islam | Ramadan Reflections 6 | Imam Tom FacchineFrom Palestine to Pennsylvania, injustice thrives when justice serves the powerful. But Islam teaches that no one is above justice—not even yourself. Imam Tom explains how Islamic justice exposes global hypocrisy and why the world needs it now.2025-03-0809 minThe Thinking MuslimRamadan: The Radical Reset for a Capitalist World – with Imam Tom FacchineWe often associate Ramadan with seeking closeness to God, which is its aim. A believer abstains from food and drink in the daylight hours to commit themselves to Allah. We draw closer to him through worships and good deeds and this is a month of charity. Muslims give more in this month than any other time in the year, hoping that our sincerity reaches Allah and in the process he overlooks our failings.But in many ways Ramadan stands as a denunciation of capitalism, the insatiable wants, greed, selfishness and gluttony. It teaches us to focus...2025-03-0349 minThe Thinking MuslimA Thought-Provoking Guide to Islam with Imam Tom FacchineDonate to the critical aid campaign at http://btml.us/thinkingmuslimIslam is about justice and Gaza has mobilised the community to confront the settler colonial enterprise. On this journey we have met many non-Muslims who share our sense of mission and have embraced this collaboration to carve out a better world. I have experienced as a result of these past 15 months that we have a huge following amongst such principled people, trying to understand what motivates the people of Gaza and our faith.Today I would like to put some of the...2025-02-221h 27The Thinking MuslimWhat next for US Muslims? With Imam Tom Facchine and Mobeen VaidJoin our Patreon to get access to exclusive monthly calls: https://www.patreon.com/TheThinkingMuslim Now that the US elections are over, I want to explore deeper issues today with my guests. Is political participation really the principal way by which we are going to proceed, and who best should be charged from within us to undertake this task? Some have argued that to progress, we have to play the ‘long game’ and adopt the Zionist prototype of influence.Let me remind all viewers that to help us continue to engage critical thought at t...2024-11-271h 10
Empowered by Islam21c - Islam21c MediaThe real reason Trump won (and they won’t admit it) | Empowered #29
In this podcast episode, Imam Tom Facchine shares the inside story on the “attitudinal shift” among American Muslims that led to a milestone in Muslim political power in the US.
America has attached a political cost to genocide, but what now? We discuss the plan for building on this important win for American Muslims.
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2024-11-0958 minEmpowered by Islam21c - Islam21c MediaThe real reason Trump won (and they won’t admit it) | Empowered #29
In this podcast episode, Imam Tom Facchine shares the inside story on the “attitudinal shift” among American Muslims that led to a milestone in Muslim political power in the US.
America has attached a political cost to genocide, but what now? We discuss the plan for building on this important win for American Muslims.
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2024-11-0958 minIslam21c MediaThe real reason Trump won (and they won’t admit it) | Empowered #29
In this podcast episode, Imam Tom Facchine shares the inside story on the “attitudinal shift” among American Muslims that led to a milestone in Muslim political power in the US.
America has attached a political cost to genocide, but what now? We discuss the plan for building on this important win for American Muslims.
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2024-11-0958 minPodcast - Islam21c MediaThe real reason Trump won (and they won’t admit it) | Empowered #29
In this podcast episode, Imam Tom Facchine shares the inside story on the “attitudinal shift” among American Muslims that led to a milestone in Muslim political power in the US.
America has attached a political cost to genocide, but what now? We discuss the plan for building on this important win for American Muslims.
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2024-11-0958 minThe Thinking MuslimThe Imam Taking on Kamala Harris and her Cheerleaders - Imam Tom FacchineThe US elections are in full flow, with the two big parties focussing on the key swing states that will decide this election. In states like Michigan, a slight movement of voters can determine the outcome. And this means Muslim voters may play a decisive role.To help us understand the political and intellectual climate, I have invited back onto the show Imam Tom Facchine show. Imam Tom has been instrumental in galvanising Muslims behind the anti-Harris campaign, and he joins us from Pennsylvania. You can also support The Thinking Muslim through a one-time...2024-10-231h 02
The Safina Society PodcastExposing Genociders With Imam Tom Facchine || NBF 372 || Dr Shadee ElmasryExposing Genociders With Imam Tom Facchine || NBF 372 || Dr Shadee Elmasry by Safina Society2024-09-221h 52
Islam21c MediaAre Muslims Growing Secular Minds Without Realising? | Imam Tom Facchine & Sh Haitham al-Haddad
In today’s episode, Imam Tom Facchine talks to Shaykh Dr Haitham al-Haddad on the subtle tentacles of modernity, Liberalism and secularism that we don’t realise we’ve absorbed.
They discuss how to fill the gap in values exposed by the genocide, how to build Muslim power, and more.
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2024-09-181h 15Unscripted Podcast - Islam21c MediaAre Muslims Growing Secular Minds Without Realising? | Imam Tom Facchine & Sh Haitham al-Haddad
In today’s episode, Imam Tom Facchine talks to Shaykh Dr Haitham al-Haddad on the subtle tentacles of modernity, Liberalism and secularism that we don’t realise we’ve absorbed.
They discuss how to fill the gap in values exposed by the genocide, how to build Muslim power, and more.
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2024-09-181h 15Podcast - Islam21c MediaAre Muslims Growing Secular Minds Without Realising? | Imam Tom Facchine & Sh Haitham al-Haddad
In today’s episode, Imam Tom Facchine talks to Shaykh Dr Haitham al-Haddad on the subtle tentacles of modernity, Liberalism and secularism that we don’t realise we’ve absorbed.
They discuss how to fill the gap in values exposed by the genocide, how to build Muslim power, and more.
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Islam21c MediaThe Real Reason Netanyahu Is in America | Imam Tom Facchine
Is this a victory for Muslims? Dr. Salman Butt speaks to Imam Tom Facchine about Joe Biden dropping out of the US presidential race, Kamala Harris’ track record, whether Trump or Harris are better for Muslims in the US and abroad, and more.
This podcast was recorded during their visit to Malaysia for the annual Ummatics conference—subscribe and follow Islam21c to be at the front of the queue as more information and content from the visit comes out, inshāAllāh.
The post The Real Reason Netanyahu Is in America | Imam Tom Facchine appear...2024-07-2630 minUnscripted Podcast - Islam21c MediaThe Real Reason Netanyahu Is in America | Imam Tom Facchine
Is this a victory for Muslims? Dr. Salman Butt speaks to Imam Tom Facchine about Joe Biden dropping out of the US presidential race, Kamala Harris’ track record, whether Trump or Harris are better for Muslims in the US and abroad, and more.
This podcast was recorded during their visit to Malaysia for the annual Ummatics conference—subscribe and follow Islam21c to be at the front of the queue as more information and content from the visit comes out, inshāAllāh.
The post The Real Reason Netanyahu Is in America | Imam Tom Facchine appear...2024-07-2630 minPodcast - Islam21c MediaThe Real Reason Netanyahu Is in America | Imam Tom Facchine
Is this a victory for Muslims? Dr. Salman Butt speaks to Imam Tom Facchine about Joe Biden dropping out of the US presidential race, Kamala Harris’ track record, whether Trump or Harris are better for Muslims in the US and abroad, and more.
This podcast was recorded during their visit to Malaysia for the annual Ummatics conference—subscribe and follow Islam21c to be at the front of the queue as more information and content from the visit comes out, inshāAllāh.
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Blogging TheologyImam Tom discusses Restating Orientalism by Prof Wael Hallaq (part 3)Intersectionality and Palestine Solidarity: Why Muslims Need to Lead the Gaza Protests | Blog https://yaqeeninstitute.org/tom-facchine/intersectionality-and-palestine-solidarity-why-muslims-need-to-lead-the-gaza-protestsIslam and the Challenge of Epistemic Sovereignty by Joseph E. B. Lumbard https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/15/4/406#:~:text=51%20Being%20epistemically%20conscripted%20into,outside%20to%20even%20conceptualize%20theirImam Tom discusses Restating Orientalism by Prof Wael Hallaq (part 2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMe8KCZOtYI&list=PLOWwkgknYiVxXwcwNsDffm18RMpQ04R-F&index=14&t=231sSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blogging-theology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/br...2024-07-222h 06
Digital Islamic ReminderIslamic Knowledge in a Secular Age, w/ Dr. Usaama al-Azami | Dogma Disrupted, w/ Imam Tom FacchineIslamic Knowledge in a Secular Age, w/ Dr. Usaama al-Azami | Dogma Disrupted, w/ Imam Tom Facchine2024-07-101h 40
I'm A Muslim (And That's Okay!)Solo Episode: 100 Episodes!Send me a Text Message!This is it! My 100th episode and having y'all as my audience for four years now! I can't thank y'all enough for being there with me, during the evolution of my podcast AND me!And that's the recap I do for this episode, sort of taking a trip down memory lane about how all this started, how my segments developed, and a look back at some of my more memorable episodes!Use this link to watch this episode on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/XPmEX2QBu7o2024-06-2124 minThe Thinking MuslimMuslims in an Age of Crisis with Ahmed Paul Keeler and Imam Tom FacchineThe Thinking Muslim team was honoured to host this exclusive event at Gatton Road Mosque, London with two lucid and outstanding thinkers. Ahmed Paul Keeler and Imam Tom Facchine discussed Muslims in an Age of Crises. Recording from 19th April 2024Join our Patreon to get access to exclusive monthly Zoom calls: / thethinkingmuslim You can also support The Thinking Muslim through a one-time donation: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/DonateSign up to Muhammad Jalal's newsletter: https://jalalayn.substack.comPurchase our Thinking Muslim mug: https://www.t...2024-06-0859 minThe Thinking MuslimCrumbling Colossus: Gaza and the Unraveling of US Empire with Imam Tom FacchineImam Tom Facchine is the research director of the Department of Islam and Society at Yaqeen Institute. And a prolific speaker and commentator on Islam and philosophy. He discusses the US empire, American exceptionalism, liberalism and US Muslims abandoning Biden.Join our Patreon to get access to exclusive monthly Zoom calls: / thethinkingmuslim You can also support The Thinking Muslim through a one-time donation: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/DonateSign up to Muhammad Jalal's newsletter: https://jalalayn.substack.comHost: / jalalayn Hosted on Acast. See acast...2024-05-041h 08Digital Islamic ReminderRefrain from the World and Allah Will Love You | Imam Tom Facchine's Post Ramadan Advice #ShortsRefrain from the World and Allah Will Love You | Imam Tom Facchine's Post Ramadan Advice #Shorts2024-05-0100 min
Islam21c MediaThe surprising reason behind Imam Tom Facchine's journey to Islam
Many Muslims have misunderstood modernity, postmodernism and secularism. US-based Imam Tom Facchine challenges conventional wisdom and takes on contentious topics in today’s Unscripted podcast.
From exposing Jordan Peterson’s “intellectual” theories to exploring the intricate concepts of deconstruction, modernism, and postmodernism. Speaking on his personal journey to Islam, Imam Tom shares why Islam emerged as a formidable contender against Western epistemology as he navigated through postmodernist deconstruction, ultimately finding solace and truth in Islam.
Learn about the pitfalls modern Muslims face, from falling into societal traps to grappling with secularism, hijab, red-pill, and Tateism.
Th...2024-04-2449 minPodcast - Islam21c MediaThe surprising reason behind Imam Tom Facchine's journey to Islam
Many Muslims have misunderstood modernity, postmodernism and secularism. US-based Imam Tom Facchine challenges conventional wisdom and takes on contentious topics in today’s Unscripted podcast.
From exposing Jordan Peterson’s “intellectual” theories to exploring the intricate concepts of deconstruction, modernism, and postmodernism. Speaking on his personal journey to Islam, Imam Tom shares why Islam emerged as a formidable contender against Western epistemology as he navigated through postmodernist deconstruction, ultimately finding solace and truth in Islam.
Learn about the pitfalls modern Muslims face, from falling into societal traps to grappling with secularism, hijab, red-pill, and Tateism.
Th...2024-04-2449 minUnscripted Podcast - Islam21c MediaThe surprising reason behind Imam Tom Facchine's journey to Islam
Many Muslims have misunderstood modernity, postmodernism and secularism. US-based Imam Tom Facchine challenges conventional wisdom and takes on contentious topics in today’s Unscripted podcast.
From exposing Jordan Peterson’s “intellectual” theories to exploring the intricate concepts of deconstruction, modernism, and postmodernism. Speaking on his personal journey to Islam, Imam Tom shares why Islam emerged as a formidable contender against Western epistemology as he navigated through postmodernist deconstruction, ultimately finding solace and truth in Islam.
Learn about the pitfalls modern Muslims face, from falling into societal traps to grappling with secularism, hijab, red-pill, and Tateism.
Th...2024-04-2449 minDigital Islamic ReminderAtheism and the Crisis of Faith, w/ Dr. Nazir Khan | Dogma Disrupted, w/ Imam Tom FacchineAtheism and the Crisis of Faith, w/ Dr. Nazir Khan | Dogma Disrupted, w/ Imam Tom Facchine2024-04-021h 00
The Relay PodcastImam Tom Facchine: The Testimony of Faith and Accepting Islam (Ep#8)On this episode, we are joined by Imam Tom Facchine who talks to us about Shahadah: the Testimony of Faith and first pillar of Islam. Imam Tom also shares his own convert story as well as advice for new Muslims. We also discuss the importance of sincerity and intentions, and loving the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
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Qur'an 30 for 30, a Yaqeen SeriesJuz 2: Martyrdom in Islam & Living a Principled Life | Imam Tom Facchine | Season 5How does the Qur'an explain hardships and the things we dislike? How do we understand the suffering of the Muslims in Gaza and the world over? In Surah Baqarah, what does ""purchasing error in exchange for guidance"" mean?Join Imam Tom Facchine with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 2 of the Qur'an, discussing Allah's knowledge and wisdom, what happens when you sell your soul for your desires, what it means to live a principled, ethical life, and how martyrdom in Islam is like charity on an entirely different level.2024-03-1128 min
Sultans and SneakersEp. 091 - Tom Facchine - What is Innovation in Islam?Imam Tom Facchine of Yaqeen Institute returns to the podcast to break down the concept of innovation in Islam. Tom talks about his studies at the Islamic University of Madinah and how his understanding evolved over the years. We specifically cover the issue of the Mawlid (the celebration of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him)'s birth) and discuss it from various angles. Tom Facchine accepted Islam in his early twenties. He holds a BA in Political Science from Vassar College (2011) and a BA in Islamic Law from the Islamic University of Madinah (2020). He also holds...2024-02-2248 min
The3MuslimsImam Tom Facchine REVEALS His Insane Convert Story and EXPOSES ISR43LLike and share the podcast with a friend! YouTube/Anchor: The3Muslims. Grab our Merch at The3Muslims.com2024-02-0622 min
The Ansari PodcastE77: The Abandon Biden Campaign: How Muslims Can End the Genocide w. Imam TomImam Tom Facchine Joins The Ansari Podcast to react to Yuval Hararis' comments on the Lex fridman podcast. Is there a South African Solution to the genocide? Will a leader rise in Gaza? Is Israel in trouble? There are 3 ways this genocide ends. So what impact can US Muslims have in the 2024 elections.2024-01-1741 min
The Mad MamluksEP 364: Imam Tom Facchine on the Lessons of GazaImam Tom Facchine (fuh-KEEN-ee) converted to Islam in 2010. He finished his BA in Political Science from Vassar College in 2011 and was granted the opportunity to study at the Islamic University of Madinah from 2015-2020, where he obtained his BA from the Faculty of Shariah. Imam Tom is currently the Research Director of Islam and Society at the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research. He is also resident scholar of Utica Masjid (Utica, New York), as well as the Imam of Hamilton College where he does chaplaincy work. He also teaches Tafseer to middle-schoolers online through Legacy International Online High School...2023-12-311h 30Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastIsrael is Losing - And They Know it | Sami Hamdi & Imam Tom LiveJoin Sami Hamdi and Imam Tom Facchine to discuss the latest developments from the Gaza catastrophe. We'll discuss what you can do to help those suffering in Gaza, ranging from sharing and being vocal on social media to joining in the BDS movement to hurt Israel where it matters.2023-11-021h 03
Mohammed HijabREVEALS Piers Morgan Strategy, Talks Palestine & Being Famous with Imam Tom Facchine2023-10-3049 min
The Safina Society PodcastPalestinian Genocide + Imam Tom Facchine || NBF 265 || Dr Shadee ElmasryPalestinian Genocide + Imam Tom Facchine || NBF 265 || Dr Shadee Elmasry by Safina Society2023-10-251h 48The Thinking MuslimGaza: The Roots of Western Hypocrisy with Imam Tom FacchineWhen we consider the stance of the West over Israel’s actions these past weeks, many point out the blatant hypocrisy in applying their standards. We are constantly told that human rights are inviolable, that freedom of speech is sacrosanct, and that people have the right to self-determination. Westerners sermonise about how Muslims should embrace democratic norms. They pontificate about the rules-based liberal world order, where rules are applied fairly and equally. Yet, in these past weeks, anyone with a conscience would note that these calls ring hollow. We all can see this hypocrisy. But are the West negligent of...2023-10-231h 01
Yaqeen PodcastPalestinians Are Murdered TwiceRage. Anger. Hurt. The horrific images, the appalling injustices, and the exposure to propaganda have taken us on an emotional roller coaster. There is a genocide happening before our very eyes, and yet the media is working in full force to uphold lies.We’re waging a battle on multiple fronts: infuriated at the Zionist atrocities and misinformation campaign, enraged at the lack of support for our brothers and sisters, and furious at the feeling of being robbed of a voice. What do we do with this anger? Join Dr. Osman Umarji and Imam Tom Fac...2023-10-191h 06
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastThe Lies About PalestineWith a mounting death toll of over 1500 lives, we are yet again witnessing the oppression of Palestinians unfold before our very eyes. While the the media buzzes with news articles, think pieces, and commentary, there is much being lost on the context and crux of the issue—primarily, the liberation of Palestinians from an apartheid regime that is committing genocide. Why is it so hard to explain this without being attacked? Dr. Omar Suleiman and Dr. Ovamir Anjum join Imam Tom Facchine to contextualize the history leading up to this moment, and unpack the influence of language and...2023-10-171h 05
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcast"You're a deviant", with Sh. Mohammad ElshinawyThe Struggle for a United Community | Dogma Disrupted w/ Imam Tom FacchineIs disunity a significant threat in our communities? Where do we draw the line between excusable and inexcusable differences? Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy joins Imam Tom Facchine to discuss what unites us as Muslims, and how to work together despite our differences.2023-09-241h 00
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastWhat The Mental Health Industry Gets Wrong, with Dr. Zohair Abdul RahmanMental health has become a widely discussed and emphasized subject, particularly in the last five years. While mental health services are a critical component to healthcare, the mental health industry operates on multiple underlying dogmas that are opposed to the Islamic worldview.Dr. Zohair Abdul Rahman joins Imam Tom Facchine to bring to light four key dogmas at play that both Muslims who seek access to these services and practitioners themselves should keep in mind when facing this paradigm. #ethics #mentalhealth #therapy #islam2023-09-101h 04
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastThe Coalition Fighting Radical Gender Ideology in SchoolsWith the introduction of radical gender ideology material in schools as early as elementary, parents are growing more concerned about their children’s education. What’s more concerning are rules that no longer allow parents to opt their children out of material that they deem inappropriate. How can parents best voice their concerns and firmly put their foot down on issues like these? Imam Tom Facchine invites Kareem Monib and Sameerah Munshi from the Coalition of Virtue to discuss their involvement in this fight for parental rights in school systems. 2023-08-271h 01
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastWhy Shirk Is the Greatest Evil, with Dr. Zohair Abdul RahmanShirk (idolatry) is widely known as the greatest sin a person can commit. What makes it worse than murder, oppression, and destruction? It ultimately leads back to the connection between faith and morality. Imam Tom Facchine invites Dr. Zohair Abdul Rahman to break down the consequences of shirk within popular moral frameworks, and the places where morality fails without faith. 2023-08-131h 23
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastProve God Exists: Atheism and the Crisis of Faith, with Dr. Nazir KhanHow do we know that God exists? Why do we need faith to be good people? Imam Tom Facchine invites Dr. Nazir Khan to break down the arguments for atheism and address the most fundamental questions about the Divine, religion, and faith. 2023-07-301h 00
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastIslamic Knowledge in a Secular Age, w/ Dr. Usaama al-AzamiSign up for the Dogma Disrupted companion email! https://yqn.io/dogma-emailSecularism postures itself as a neutral body, but it’s anything but. Its commitments on how religion can enter the public sphere influence the way we think about our faith, and in turn interact with our scholarship and scholars. In fact, it is one of the reasons for the erosion of trust in religious authority. Dr. Usaama al-Azami joins Imam Tom Facchine in discussing the shifts in our understanding of religious interpretation and authority and how we can better engage with our scholarship. 2023-07-231h 40
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastSecularizing the Muslim Mind, with Daniyah HanniniWhat do we lose when Islam is privatized and reduced to a personal matter? Daniyah Hannini joins Imam Tom Facchine to explore the profound consequences of secularization as it reshapes the Muslim mind, redefines Islamic identity, and challenges traditional practices. 2023-07-1658 min
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastThe Truth About Separating Church and State, with Dr. Zara KhanSecularism portrays itself as a neutral worldview that allowed for open exchange of ideas and way of life outside the laws of the Church. In reality, it has reconfigured the way we think about and experience the world. Imam Tom Facchine invites Dr. Zara Khan back on the show to analyze the history of secularism and where it has left us today. 2023-07-091h 00
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastLiving with Same-Sex Attraction as a Muslim, with Waheed JensenAre sexual desires an essential part of who we are? No matter how the world shifts, Islam is clear about not allowing our desires to define us. So what then about feeling same sex attraction? Doesn't that automatically mean that someone is gay? Imam Tom Facchine invites Waheed Jensen to discuss his experiences living with same sex attraction while rejecting current narratives and labels, and how we can support individuals in our communities that struggle with these feelings.2023-07-021h 19
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastStudents and Parents Stand Up to LGBTQ Pressure, with Ahmad SaleemWhat religious rights are students entitled to in schools? It’s one thing to be able to opt out of a single class that doesn’t align with Islamic morality, but how can students and parents successfully navigate an environment where LGBTQ ideas are presented in math problems, showcased in libraries, and plastered in hallways? Sh. Ahmad Saleem joins Imam Tom Facchine to discuss the prevalence of LGBTQ ideologies in public school systems, the impact of this ideology on children, and Muslim students’ rights to freedom of religion. 2023-06-251h 15The Thinking MuslimCan Muslims Survive the Liberal Inquisition? with Imam Tom FacchineMany Muslims living in the West have become aware that the ideas of tolerance, individualism, liberal multiculturalism and freedom of religion – all liberal notions — have their limits when it comes to our community. A series of tensions, from depictions of the Messenger (saw) in offensive cartoons and the teaching of sexual practices at odds with our faith in schools, has brought into focus how there remains an incompatibility between the ever-increasing demands of the liberal state and the Muslim community. To help us understand these tensions, Imam Tom Facchine, an imam and convert to Islam helps us understand the libe...2023-06-231h 08
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastPolitical Rights, Activism & the LGBTQ Issue, with Mobeen VaidShould we ally with the Left or the Right? On one hand, the Liberal party has appealed to Muslim rights as a minority group, while the Conservative party aligns with our moral values. Muslim political involvement is a fairly recent trend, and our alliances speak to more than just our personal preferences. How can we secure our rights in a secular democracy while also pushing back against policies that go against our beliefs, such as the open promotion of LGBTQ ideas in our schools? Imam Tom Facchine invites Dr. Mobeen Vaid to recount the history of Muslim p...2023-06-192h 10Yaqeen PodcastNew Show! Dogma Disrupted, with Imam Tom FacchineYaqeen is back with an all-new podcast show with Imam Tom Facchine, Dogma Disrupted. Check it out on it's own podcast channel: https://yqn.io/dogmaAvailable on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or whoever you get your favorite podcasts.2023-06-1400 min
MuslimMattersAre Gym Selfies Haraam?Imam Tom Facchine is back to talk about Muslim male modesty! Are gym selfies haraam? Is TikTok dancing okay? Why is male hayaa' not seen as important compared to women's hijab?2023-06-131h 01
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastSexuality, Love, and Morality, with Dr. Sharif El-TobguiIslam follows an objective morality defined by God that we must follow and protect no matter how the societies around us change. One of the most difficult topics to discuss that directly challenges this is the fairly new paradigm of sexuality and sexual identity. Why does Allah care about what we do in the bedroom? What’s wrong with people choosing who to love? Imam Tom Facchine and Dr. Sharif El-Tobgui discuss the history of sexuality and the sexual revolution, the Islamic view of sexuality and love, and common objections to Islamic sexuality discourse. 2023-06-112h 02
Mohammad ElshinawyTawheed as a Worldview - Dogma Disruptedwith Imam Tom Facchine2023-06-081h 30
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastTawheed as a Worldview, with Sh. Mohammad ElshinawyWhy were we created and where are we going? Any level of pondering over our existence ultimately leads to the question of believing in a higher power. In Islam, tawheed, believing in the oneness of God, can not only inform our moral actions, but is an entire worldview that shapes every facet of our lives. Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy joins Imam Tom Facchine to unpack the arguments for the existence of God, from believing in a higher power versus nothing, to the existence of one God versus multiple, and finally, the existence of Allah versus a deistic god. 2023-06-041h 30
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastHuman Rights and Wrongs, with Dr. Zara KhanHuman rights may seem like an obvious thing to advocate for. After all, we are all human and want the best for ourselves and others. But where does our notion of rights really come from? Who is the “human” of human rights? Imam Tom Facchine invites Dr. Zara Khan to discuss the history of human rights movements, the underlying assumptions of what it means to be human, as well as how human rights discourse is politicized and weaponized against Islam and Muslims. 2023-05-281h 06
Tahir WyattThe Need For Orthodoxy, With Sh. Ep. 2 Dogma Disrupted, With Imam Tom Facchine2023-05-221h 24
Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastThe Need for Orthodoxy, with Sh. Tahir WyattWhat is Islamic orthodoxy and why do we need it? Who gets to decide what is orthodox and how do we reconcile differences of opinion? Join our host Imam Tom Facchine and special guest Dr. Tahir Wyatt in unpacking Islamic orthodoxy, its limits, and its assumptions in the way we understand our religion, read the Qur’an, and practice our faith. Additionally, discover how Yaqeen checks papers and content for Islamic orthodoxy. 0:00 - Introduction2:50 - The Greek roots of the word “orthodox”7:14 - “Infidels” and fidelity (nasiha) 10:00 - The concept of orthodoxy is important for happines...2023-05-211h 23Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcastNew! Dogma Disrupted with Imam Tom FacchineHow do you know that what you believe is Islamically sound? Every belief and opinion is rooted in one particular worldview or another. Sometimes these worldviews are so ingrained in our society that they are difficult to detect, let alone challenge.Islam has better ways than other worldviews to address the issues currently facing us, from theological issues such as the ways we imagine God, to social issues such as sexuality and gender identity, to political issues and everything in between.Join Imam Tom Facchine in Dogma Disrupted as he dives deep into conversation with...2023-05-0301 min
Qur'an 30 for 30, a Yaqeen SeriesJuz’ 1: Imam Tom Facchine | Heart, Identity, & the Choices We Make | Qur’an 30 for 30 S4Ramadan Mubarak!In the first episode of this Ramadan series, Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro, joined by special guests Imam Tom Facchine, explore gems from the first Juz’ of the Holy Quran.Download our FREE eBook “Qur’an 30for30: Judgment Day” here.2023-03-2337 min
Quran Club - Reflections(2:7) The subtle difference in words | Quran: Al-Baqarah (Imam Tom Facchine) [Ep. 38] @UTICAMASJID #FridayReminders 38: The Subtlety in Allah's Words (2:7)
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A wonderful reflection on the subtlety in meaning between two very similar descriptions given in the Quran. Two words so similar in meaning but carry a noticeable difference when understood fully. This is the perfection within the...2023-02-0305 min
DoubleTake, a Yaqeen podcastCan I be Spiritual Without Religion? with Imam Tom FacchineLove our content? Sign up for the DoubleTake companion email featuring bonus supplemental content and a SNEAK PEEK of next week's episode! Sign up here: https://yqn.io/doubletake-email-signupWhen people choose to follow a religion, they are often looking for feelings of peace, contentment, and connection to a higher power. This feeling of spirituality is central to the life of a Muslim, but some may feel like it’s not necessary to follow a religion in order to experience it. They might consider themselves spiritual, but not religious. Do sentiments like this help people com...2023-01-0445 min
MuslimMattersBeyond the Matrix: Masculinity & Modesty in IslamIn a world ravaged by debates over masculinity and femininity, Muslims are left wondering what Islam says about men and masculine traits. While characteristics such as courage, strength, and dominance are often brought up, we hear very little about the concept of modesty for men. What does hayaa' mean in relation to Muslim men? Are gym selfies okay for Muslim men to post? How can Muslim fathers teach their sons about masculinity and modesty in Islam?
Imam Tom Facchine and Zainab bint Younus discuss what Islamic modesty looks like for Muslim men, the spiritual virtues of hayaa' vs the bare m...2022-12-1355 min
The Optimized Muslim Podcast - Self Development For The MuslimImam Tom Facchine - Self-Development, Languages, Problems of Modernity, Attaining Balance & More!I was joined by Imam Tom Facchine for a wide-ranging interview on Self-Development, Learning Languages, Problems of Modernity, Attaining Balance, dealing with overwhelm, Ibn Al Jawzi, the moral considerations of YouTube Creators & more.
It was one of my favourite interviews and I am thankful to Imam Tom for being so gracious with his time and honouring this project.
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Sultans and SneakersEpisode 065 - Imam Tom Facchine - "The Only Rule is..There are No Rules"Tom Facchine accepted Islam in his early twenties. He holds a BA in Political Science from Vassar College (2011) and a BA in Islamic Law from the Islamic University of Madinah (2020). He also holds a chaplaincy certificate from The Chaplaincy Program conducted by the Prophet's Mosque (2019). Tom is currently the Imam and Program Director of Utica Masjid in NY, and the Imam of Hamilton College. He also teaches Tafseer to middle-schoolers online through Legacy International Online High School. In this episode, I talk to Imam Tom about the details of his knowledge journey after he accepted Islam. 2022-08-052h 31
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I was hooked after first hearing Imam Tom on Blogging Theology. Imam Tom creates short, poignant and powerful clips eloquently addressing contemporary issues as well as traditional self-purification.
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Qur'an 30 for 30, a Yaqeen SeriesJuz' 7 with Imam Tom Facchine in Qur'an 30 for 30 - Season 3Join Imam Tom Facchine, Dr. Omar Suleiman, and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they dive in and discuss Juz' 7.Don't forget to think of your akhirah and support free resources like this. Donate!2022-04-0941 minI'm A Muslim (And That's Okay!)The Whole Muslim: A Coversion Story With Imam Tom FacchineSend me a Text Message!Being born into a Muslim family is something that even a lot of Muslims see as a default and a lot of times take for granted as well. But what is the journey of someone who converts to the Faith?Imam Tom Facchine shares his incredible journey of how a young man from an Italian American family, from a small town in New Jersey converted to Islam, and how he ended up becoming the Imam (religious leader) of The Muslim Community Association of Mohawk Valley, New York!You can...2021-04-291h 01