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The Ansari Podcast129: How To Get Married Young w. Sh. Abdullah Oduro/Ahmed LazzouniJoin us for an interview with Sheikh Abdullah Oduro, Yaqeen Scholar, founder and head coach of Masterman and Ahmed Lazzouni aka Modern Muslim Man, a top fitness expert as they discuss what a young Muslim needs to know to become a true man and find an honorable wife. In this episode, they explore masculinity, personal growth, faith, fitness, the vital role of meaningful relationships and family dynamics. Dive into a conversation that intertwines the principles of Islam with practical advice on self-improvement and achieving excellence in every aspect of life.Muslim Professionals: https://www.m...2025-06-261h 34
The Ansari Podcast128: Muslims Are Winning Like Never Before In America w. Mohamed GulaIn this episode of the Ansari podcast, Mohamed Gula, a political strategist, national organizing director at Emgage, and co-founder of the Virginia Muslim Chamber of Commerce, joins the discussion. They talk about Emgage’s endorsement of Kamala Harris, Muslim politicians, Muslims influence in national elections and the challenges and strategies for Muslim political engagement in America. Tune in for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation about the state of Muslim politics in the United States.#muslim #podcast #politics *Muslim Professionals:* https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansari_Mention the podcast for a FREE Consultation_*Human Appeal*_DONATE at:_ ht...2025-06-181h 06
The Ansari Podcast127: Allah Changes Everything When You Face Who You Really Are w. Saad YacoobSaad Yaqoub explains everything they never tell you about the spiritual experience. There are misconceptions and myths that Muslims tell themselves about "The Islamic Experience". Saad Yacoob shares his personal Islam transformation story in Mecca that saved his life and grew a passion in him for the love of Allah. How depression and difficulty propel you to become who you need to become. How Allah makes you come face to face with your self and who you really are. He also discusses how many Muslims don’t understand how their emotions work and the “uncivilized” behavior of Muslims during and ou...2025-06-1140 min
The Ansari Podcast126: What It All Means for Muslims - China is Rising | Israel Near Collapse w. Khaled BeydounProfessor Khaled Beydoun, an associate professor of law at Arizona State University and author of the critically acclaimed book 'American Islamophobia: Understanding the Roots and Rise of Fear.' Professor Beydoun discusses the role of social media in shaping public opinion, Palestine, the condition of Uyghurs in China, and the global war on Muslims. Tune in for an insightful discussion on global politics and activism.*Muslim Professionals:* https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansari_Mention the podcast for a FREE Consultation_2025-06-0440 min
The Ansari Podcast125: How A 21-Year-Old Millionaire Is Building The Future w. Omar WaseemOmar Waseem, the founder of Alif, a Venture Capitalist firm that supports Muslim businesses and startups. He shares his extraordinary journey from his first business at 12 years of age to becoming a prominent figure in the venture capital world and silicon valley by 21. Omar talks about building Alif, how to build a company, navigating the pitfalls of startup life, the importance of intentionality and ethics in business, and how Islam has been a guiding force in his entrepreneurial endeavors. Join us for an inspiring discussion on ambition, resilience, and the drive to create meaningful change for the Ummah.#business...2025-05-281h 08
The Ansari Podcast124: Sheikh Omar Suleiman Like Never BeforeDr. Omar Suleiman shares his incredible journey from skepticism to faith, the early days of his da’wah work, and his passion for helping those in pain. He speaks out and advocates for prisoners, the power of social media in da'wah, and the role of art and culture in reviving the Muslim ummah. Don't miss this inspiring discussion that bridges personal stories with larger socio-political issues affecting Muslims today.#omarsuleiman #podcast *Muslim Professionals:* https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansari_Mention the podcast for a FREE Consultation_*Human Appeal*_DONATE at:_ https://give.humanappealusa.org/ansaripodcast*Alif Ne...2025-05-221h 04
The Ansari Podcast120: Jewish Police Officer Converts to Islam After Oct.7th w. Officer MikeJewish American Police Officer Michael shares his journey raised in a Jewish-Christian household, organizing birthright trips to Israel and working as a Jewish liaison officer who wanted to join the IDF. But after he witnessed the disgusting behavior of his Zionist friends vs the beautiful character of Muslim protesters. He started questioning his position and side of history. Michael discusses the emotional turmoil and backlash he faced from his beloved Jewish community and the signs from Allah that affirmed his faith throughout his journey to Islam.*Muslim Professionals:* https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/*Boycat app:* https://www.boycat.io/_Business...2025-04-231h 04
The Ansari PodcastE115: Divine Consciousness. How Do You Imagine Islam? w. SH Suhaib WebbRamadan Special "Fly Me to the Moon" w. Sheikh Suhaib Webb we dive deep into the concept of Taqwa. What is the true meaning of God Consciousness, its linguistic roots, and the practical ways it can be applied in daily life. Is Taqwa God consciousness? DEBATE on Taqwa. How do you Imagine Islam? Tune in for an engaging and thoughtful exploration of spirituality, personal growth, and devotion.#islam #podcast #god #consciousness Support US @ [https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast](https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink)00:00 What is God...2025-03-2634 min
The Ansari PodcastE116: The Prophet’sﷺ Daily Ramadan Routine. The Best Routine Ever w. EgypturkEgypturk joins the Ansari Podcast to talk about his attempt at the Prophet Muhammed PBUH's Daily Ramadan routine. Ansari also attempted it! Here's their take away and thoughts on how to pull off the hardest routine in human history - There's a hack!00:00 Intro01:09 Reaction to Attempting The Prophet’s Routine04:11 Starting his day08:28 Midday Nap 10:35 Obligatory VS Taraweeh Prayers12:33 2025 Ramadan Goals15:17 Working out during Ramadan20:23 VERY Important Maghrib Routine 23:18 Between Maghrib & ISHA - Golden time25:37 GHAZALI: The Hack2025-03-0931 min
The Ansari PodcastE115: Weed, Sex, Vaping & Alcohol During Ramadan w. Sheikh Suhaib Webbhe Ansari Podcast Ramadan Special: Fly Me to the Moon! w. Sheikh Suhaib Webb - How to over come your self and break bad habits. The role of God in overcoming addictions, and the spiritual significance of the month of Ramadan. Ansari explores deep struggles such as weed, smoking, drug addiction, and sexual relationships. The Sheikh shares valuable guidance on how to navigate these issues while staying true to one’s faith, and the importance of repentance, community support, and self-awareness. Tune in for a genuine conversation about struggles and the transformative power of Ramadan.Support US @ [https://www.patreo...2025-03-021h 01
The Ansari Podcast113: How Zionists Hijacked U.S Politics & Judaism for 75 Years w. CodePink's Medea BenjaminIn this episode of the Ansari Podcast, we hear from Medea Benjamin, co-founder of Code Pink and well-known peace activist. Medea discusses her motivations rooted in empathy, her experiences confronting AIPAC and U.S. foreign policy, and her steadfast commitment to advocating for Palestinian rights. The discussion covers her Jewish identity, historical context between Jews and Muslims, the role of empathy in activism, and practical strategies for effective advocacy against militarism and for human rights. Join us for an inspiring dialogue on how individual actions can contribute to global peace and justice.Sign up...2025-02-101h 06
The Ansari Podcast105: How Somalis Took Over Minnesota: Trump, MLK & Diddy w. FloatDaGoatFloatDaGoat, a popular influencer and content creator joins the Ansari Podcast and talks about MLK's scandal, Genghis khan impact on the world, Minessota somalis and what kind of culture, religion and governance they have. Who Muslims to vote for? Jill Stein, Trump or Harris? And all things content creation and Abdu's journey with it. Also, diddy and the 1,000 baby bottles.#podcast #muslim 00:00 Intro
01:03 MLK Affair
05:00 Genghis Khan
07:40 Minnesota Somalis
08:43 Jill Stein, Trump & Harris
13:41 German Islam
16:26 Braids, Astrology, Social mirroring,
24:21 Do somalis get such a bad rep?
35:00 Smart content VS. Comedy
37:53 Diddy: Lust & Happiness
43:20 Content Creation
58:47 Time Travel, Moses Staff...2024-10-021h 11
The Ansari Podcast103: The Pope, TimeTravel, Sana Manuscripts & The Modern Quran w. Sh Uthman Ibn FarooqSheikh Uthman Ibn Farouq (one message foundation) come back on the Ansari podcast! For another insightful conversation about all things Quran, bible, politics & Islamic history! Sheikh Uthman ends all debate about Quranic preservation and dives into the history of it's Divine preservation. He tells beautiful stories of Imam Ahmed. And gives an insightful look into Afghani and Pashtun history. Also, UK vs. US Muslims? What's up with that?! The 2 western Muslim communities should be uniting and working together. So what are we missing and what's actually happening? And it wouldn't be Sheikh Uthman Farouq episode without mentioning the errors...2024-09-181h 41
The Ansari Podcast101: The Fairytale Keeping Muslims Single: Feminism & Strong Men w. Naima Robert @NaimaBRobertTV Joins the Ansari Podcast and opens up about the problems she sees in Muslims today who are looking to get married and find a spouse. Unrealistic expectations, self image & narratives are at the root cause of the issue. So what must we do as both men and women? Has western romance and sexualization hyper activated our understanding of love and marriage?
#muslim #marriage #podcast
00:00 Who is Naima Robert?
16:44 Masculine Women: Let Men be Men
27:14 Hollywood's Romantic Brainwashing
39:47 A wave of Narcissistic feminism
51:52 Unrealistic expectations keeping YOU SINGLE
1:02:00 What are men doing wrong? Silent Suffering.
1:09:39 How to approach a Mu...2024-09-041h 46
The Ansari Podcast100: Evolution, The Golden Age, Gog/Magog & David/Solomon w. Dr. Yasir QadhiFor Ansari's 100th Episode, Dr. Yasir Qadhi joins to comment on whether Evolutionary theor, The Golden age of Muslim innovation and creativity to the darker Islamic ages, what happened to the common man psyche in the Muslim world? Yagog and Magog, who are they...or were they? Was Dhul Qarnain Darius of persia? David & Sulaiman, who were they? Sheikh Yasir Qadhi shares and exorcism story and tells us his reasoning for taking a strategical approach as it pertains to global politics. SPEEDROUND: Super Power, Time Travel and Heaven, where Sheikh and what's Dr. Yasir Qadhi going to do?
USE...2024-08-291h 25
The Ansari PodcastE99: God, Time, The Matrix, Ego-Death & Heaven w. Ousama AlShurafaOusama AlShurafa from MuslimHubClub joins the Ansari Podcast once again to reveal how to unlock the secrets of the Quran to move through life differently. The hadith on time. Is Allah time? Are we living in a simulation? The Matrix, Does Allah say we are? Why are Heaven & Hell eternal? What if you feel bad the devil in his story? Once again, Ousama AlShurafa out does himself with an absolute instant classic episode and one for the records at 99!Follows Us: @TheAnsariPodcast Follow him @muslimhubclub and find his book "The Afterlife Manual" on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/Afterlife-Manual-Muslims-Happily-Hereafter/dp/B...2024-07-311h 33
The Ansari PodcastE97: Imam Shafí Advise On Success, Marriage, Money, Envy & Travel w. Sh Ammar AlShukrySh. Ammar AlShukry recites beautiful poems that give insight into the life of Imam Shafi, one of the greatest Muslim scholars in history. Who surprisingly dealt with a lot of envy and hatred from other Muslims. He dealt with deep loneliness and speaks about the importance of travel. He has amazing remarks on despair of sin. And Sh. Ammar recites his own poetry from his book that is honestly breathtaking that speaks on love, marriage, the state of the ummah. We also speak about Sudan and the names of Allah.
#muslim #podcast #story #sheikh
00:00 Intro
1:31 Shafei Famous Poem: Let the...2024-07-172h 11
The Ansari PodcastE96: Jewish Teen Converts To Islam After Falling in Love & Palestine w. BenjaminAn 18 Year old Jewish kid from Texas, with a Zionist background, converts to Islam during Ramadan after falling in love with a Muslim girl and seeing what was happening in Palestine. What did he hear about Muslims growing up? Why did a Muslim girl start dating him? What was his Questions about Islam? Did he feel forced to convert or only convert for her? Why did he convert then? Ben expresses his fear and insecurity after converting to Islam and the speech by Sh. Mikaeel Smith that changed it all. His Zionist family reacts to his conversion and is...2024-07-1051 min
The Ansari PodcastE94: The Rise of Sh. AbdulNasir Jangda, Qalam & Dallas w. Sheikh AbdulNasir JangdaSheikh AbdulNasir Jangda joins The Ansari Podcast and narrates his journey growing into being an Imam & building the esteemed Qalam Institute. He gives never heard before insights into his interests, loves and even conspiracies! This is a unique look into a side of Sheikh AbdulNasir Jangda you don't get to see unless you know him personally. Buccees, Cowboys, Jordan, cars, the design of the Qalam logo and more. What would Sheikhs superpower be? What would he do in Jannah? What would he do when he meets the Prophet PBUH inshallah!
#sheikh #muslim #podcast #islamicpodcast
00:00 Intro
2:38 The Rise of Dallas
9:00...2024-06-261h 41
The Ansari PodcastE93: Beautiful Quran Recitation, Scientific Miracles & Stories of Ibrahim w. Hafidth Ifdal YusufHafidth Ifdal Yusuf Joins the Ansari Podcast and recited beuatiful parts of the Quran that highlight key lessons to take in during and after Eid. The scientific miracles in the Quran, the importance of pondering over the heavens and the earth, the orbit of the planets, the mountains and the skies. All amazing signs from Allah that our father Prophet Ibrahim internalized to perfection. And so we ponder and reflect over Prophet Ibrahims life and what made him so incredible.
#quran #science #miracle #podcast #muslim
00:00 Quran Recitation/Intro
06:52 Big Bang theory in the Quran?
8:47 Miracle of Mountains in the...2024-06-191h 32
The Ansari PodcastE92: Muhammedﷺ, Near Death Experiences & The Oldest Quran Ever Found! w. Paul WilliamsBr. Paul Williams, the host of Blogging Theology, an esteemed Muslim podcast that is one of the best in the world! Joins The Ansari Podcast and creates an instant classic episode jam-packed with incredible topics. This episode discusses shocking Near Death Experiences, the oldest Quran ever discovered and are Hadith and Quran collection as fragile as the bible? Christian and Jewish scholars all agree that Muhammed PBUH is a Prophet?! Why don't they convert? Also, are Muslims on the brink a new Islamic golden age? Ansari shares his theory of U.S & Europe will have a similar fate as...2024-06-121h 47
The Ansari PodcastE91: Finding a Wife, Islam, Gym, Influencer Life & Motivation w. Moaaz (HalalMoaaz)Moaaz opens up about his journey as an influencer, the challenges and changes he had to go through and why his message has resonated with so many young Muslims around the world. His authenticity is a breath of fresh air in the world of influencers. Moaaz is one of the top muslim influencers in the world today and it's all thanks to Allah, his sincerity and his hard work. SO how does Moaaz do it? Balancing influencer life, dental school and extracurricular activities! Moaaz shares the mindset he carries on a daily basis and what the keys to success are...2024-06-0559 min
The Ansari PodcastE90: Canceling Sheikhs, Moonlanding & Yaqeen Liberal Conspiracy w. Imam TomImam Tom joins the Ansari Podcast to discuss the epidemic of people canceling Sheikhs, how do we know if a sheikh has repented, what if a scholars personal life is exposed? Are Youtubers monetizing off exposing Imams? And is Yaqeen conspiring to liberalize Muslims, is there a hidden agenda? Imam Tom shares his fun moon landing conspiracy and dinosaur conspiracy. Is evolution real?
#sheikh #exposed #yaqeen #moonlanding #conspiracy #evolution #podcast
00:00 Should we cancel sheikh - is it apart of our tradition?
05:28 how do we know if an Imam has repented?
08:23 what if a scholars personal life is exposed?
14:21 When...2024-05-291h 10
The Ansari PodcastE88: Muslim Father Who Forgave His Son’s Killer in Court (Emotional Story) w. Dr. AbdulMunim JitmoudIn this emotional episode, One of the greatest men I've ever met, Dr. Abdul Munim Jitmoud, the father who so elegantly forgave his sons killer in an American court room that transformed the way many view the legal system. Joins The Ansari podcast to retell the story of his son, Salahuddin, what he remembers of that fateful night and the days after that. How did Dr. Jitmoud reach the pinnacle of forgiveness? Who was Salahuddin? And why/how did he forgive such a crime.
#crime #story #court #podcast #islamic #forgiveness
00:00 Intro
00:40 Night of Murder: What do...2024-05-151h 28
The Ansari PodcastE87: Should Muslim Men Marry Single Moms? Divorce & Multiple Wives w. Sgt. Lourdes LoyolaStaff Sgt. Lourdes Loyola, a Muslim Mexican American convert talks about the need for Muslims to join U.S military now more than ever. How the U.S military feels towards Israel. And how Lourdes and her recently convert children have been dealing with her divorce. Lourdes and Ansari get into an awesome debate on single motherhood, polygamy and if Muslim men should marry single mothers/multiple wives. And finally, the future and psyche of the young Muslim Mexican American community, whom are the future of Muslims in America!
#muslim #women #marriage #convert #islamicpodcast
00:00 Intro
1:00 How do US Soldiers...2024-05-0847 min
The Ansari PodcastE86: College Campus Protests, Zionist Rage & The American Muslim Strategy w. Mohamad HabehhThis episode is jampacked and a must watch with today's times. Mohamed Habbeh is an Impactful Palestinian activist! He's the man behind multiple political disruptions - the most famous being Biden's campaign speech! And he joins the Ansari Podcast to discuss the recent college campus protests, how the world and the Muslims must react and act to it. And where does he see this going? How can the Muslims strategize? What is the role of Muslims in American politics and society? Should we call for a one state solution? Mohamed also shares a story of his hometown Palestinian village...2024-05-011h 23
The Ansari PodcastE84: Main Actor in “Why Me” Ramadan Series Gets a Standing Ovation Backstage w. Noaman FarooqThe lead Actor in Yaqeens' "Why Me" Ramadan Series, Noaman Farouq, joins the Ansari Podcast & talks Dune - how it gave the blueprint to Muslim Movie making. How he got the lead role in the Ramadan Series. Muslim Men don't act, why did he? His Most Memorable Scene of Acting in Series - he got a Standing Ovation! His Hardest Scene to Act in Ramadan Series - SPOILER ALERT! Was this The Beginning of a Muslim Western Movies Revolution? How Muslim storytelling Can Impact the World. Noaman also reacts to Comments Under Yaqeen Series! And gives us a behind the...2024-04-0356 min
The Ansari PodcastE83: The Roman Empire, House of Wisdom, The Catalan Atlas & Europe w. Mustafa BriggsUnreleased Extra Edition has just dropped of a side conversation between Ansari & Ustadh Mustafa Briggs on the Roman Empire and how it became Muslim and the Europeans manipulating history to remove the Muslim world from the Roman Empire. Like calling the Eastern Roman Empire "The Byzantine Empire" instead of Roman. And how the Muslims influenced the European renaissance and their modern day Empire through translation of Islamic golden age. And when the Europeans started envying and disliking the Muslims during the Crusades times. Also a look into the Catalan Atlas and how it shows what the Europeans thought of Africa...2024-03-2631 min
The Ansari PodcastE82: Shaun King Converts, TikTok Ban, Ramadan & Yaqeen Backstage w. Khaled Nurhssien & Muhaiman AliShaun King converts to Islam, can Muslims trust him? Have Muslim influencers romanticized Ramadan? TikTok Ban & The ADL government interference. Marriage and finding a wife as a Muslim man, how do we go about it. And never heard before backstage stories to Yaqeens Ramadan series and how the Yaqeen team puts it all together to create the best English Ramadan Series in the world! This episode is a beautifully emotional rollercoaster designed for edutainment during Ramadan. All that and more on The Ansari Podcast w. Muhaiman Ali and Khaled Nurhssien.
#ramadan #convert #tiktok #yaqeen #muslim #podcast
2024-03-191h 44
The Ansari PodcastE81: Texan Converts to Islam - How The Bible Leads to Islam w. Ian GilliamAnsari Podcast reacts to the new Yaqeen Ramadan series, talked about Ians Conversion story. Gave a cross analysis of the Bible and the Quran, spoke about the new Avatar the last airbender. And The rise of media amongst Muslims and Muslim Actors. Reflected on Quranic verses, discussed our previous Ramadans and had a fun time! Ramadan Mubarak!
00:00 Intro
5:20 Reacting to Yaqeen Ramadan Series
10:00 Journey to Converting to Islam
19:00 Tawheed Vs. The Trinity
33:43 Proof Muhammed PBUH in the Bible
38:00 Jesus, Moses and/or Muhammed PBUT
47:00 Quran Vs. The Bible
53:00 Coffee & Ramadan
55:00 Yaqeen Ramadan Series
57:00 Avatar last Airbender & Muslim Actors/Film
58:40 E...2024-03-111h 38
The Ansari PodcastE79:The ProphetﷺLost Ring, Pirates of the Caribbean & Crows of the Arabs w. Mustafa BriggsMustafa Briggs once again joins the podcast with a jampacked episode full of fascinating stories of Muslim figures throughout history. The origin and definition of "Taha" & "Yasin" are Ethiopian? The Fierce first female sultana! The crows of the arabs - the poets! The prophet Muhammed PBUHs' lost ring, The Greeks, homosexuality and alexander the great. Mustafa briggs once again out dones himself in this instant classic of the Ansari Podcast.
#history #islamic #podcast #story
0:00 Intro
2:35 Where does Gaza fit in Islamic history?
3:36 How will historians look back on this time?
6:40 The lost ring of Muhammed PBUH
11:10 The Crows of...2024-02-131h 44
The Ansari PodcastE78:Working Out, Attracting Muslim Women & Converting to Islam w. Sh. Abdullah OduroSheikh Abdullah Oduro joins the Ansari Podcast and we talk about Working Out, Andrew Tate, how to talk to/approach and attract Muslim Women. how Sheikh Converted to Islam. And the Habits Of a True Muslim Man that abide by Islam w. Sheikh Abdullah Oduro
#muslim #workout #marriage #convert
00:00 Intro & Yaqeen Institute.
4:08 Gaza & How to channel our anger.
8:57 Why do so many Muslim Men Like Andrew tate?
12:40 Becoming the Ultimate Muslim Man
18:17 Why nice men still don't get women
20:30 The Spiritual connection to exercise
27:24 Disney Movies - Sh. Oduro Tries Grapes with Cheese!
33:30 Effect of Eating...2024-02-011h 12
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 Ansari PodcastE74: Can CAIR Rival AIPAC? The American Muslim Lobby & Palestine w. CAIR President Nihad AwadCAIR President, Nihad Awad, sits with Ansari to discuss AIPAC, CAIRs' Crisis Strategy, One State Solution, American Muslim Lobby, The Right of Return, is it valid? And more!
#muslim #palestine #israel #american #podcast
1:40 What has CAIR done to fight the rising islamophobia in america
4:45 How CAIR is helping Families of Palestinian Americans Killed
6:17 what has CAIR been doing to protect employees rights?
7:51 What's CAIRs' strategy been throughout the conlflict
11:13 why shouldn't American Muslims Feel hopeless when looking at AIPACS power
16:33 Do Muslim Americans Have a lobby
22:10 What does Ceasefire meant Nihad Awad
24:47 Are we too far gone from a...2023-12-1058 minThe Ansari PodcastE68: What Is The "Divine Matrix" & How Are Muslims The Key Holders to Unlocking It | w. Ousama MuslimHubClubA Revolutionary breakdown of "The Divine Matrix", how Muslims are the sole Key holders to unlocking it.How to become a successful Muslim spiritually and physically. Allah (God) has placed us in a Matrix. Can we make our way out? We as Muslims have the key to unlocking that Matrix, finding the riches of the world and even achieving spiritual super powers! Only On The Ansari Podcast2023-10-021h 27The Ansari PodcastE67: Sheikh Reveals He Was A Cartel Member: Debating LGBTQ DAWAH, Theory of Evolution & Yaqeen Drama w. Sheikh Uthman Ibn FarooqSheikh Uthman Ibn Farooq was a cartel gang member? Are we addressing LGBTQ+ correctly? Do we believe in The Theory of Evolution as Muslims? Should we Listen to Yaqeen/Dr. Omar Suleiman? All this is revealed on this podcast with Sheikh Uthman Ibn Farooq and Ansari. Sheikh Uthman Ibn Farooq tells his past as a cartel gang member and the lifestyle he lived before Islam. Ansari then debates Sheikh Uthman Ibn Farooq on his stance on Yaqeen/Omar Suleiman, the Theory of Evolution and the LGBTQ+ community. Ansari presses Sheikh Uthman Ibn Farooq on Yaqeen being an amazing muslim...2023-09-121h 06The Ansari PodcastE66: The Islamic Origin of the Iconic Movie "The Lion King”, African Muslim History, Converting to Islam & More. | w. Sheikh Mustafa BriggsAnsari Podcast: Were Ali & Umar Ibn Khatabb Black? You won't believe the origin story of "The Lion King" Movie. Sankore University, Ubadah Bin Samat, and others! Sheikh Mustafa Briggs narrates The Stories of Multiple Muslim Historical Figures with FASCINATING stories.
#islamic #history #podcast #islamichistory #muslimhistory #islam2023-08-081h 13The Ansari PodcastE65: U.S Soldier Converts to Islam & Becomes The Highest Ranked Muslim in the Military AS AN IMAM with a MUST HEAR PAST w. Colonel Khaled ShabazzAnsari Podcast: Colonel Dr. Imam Khaled Shabazz narrates his story from molestation, getting shot, in jail, and being a drunk to converting to Islam, becoming an Imam and climbing up the ranks of the U.S Military to becoming the Highest Ranked Muslim in US Military HISTORY! He has 2 PhDs, 3 masters and has written 6 books. Trust me, you won't want to miss this! This is a tear jerker, Feel-good story.
2023-07-191h 04The Ansari PodcastE64: MrBeast Bars, MUSK VS. ZUCKERBERG, Marriage, OceanGate, PRIME Energy Drinks & More w. HOOPFINESSE AKA Sheikh Halal BaconThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and HoopFinesse "Sheikh Halal Bacon" and/or Muhammed Abdul Aleem eat and react to the surprising taste of MRBEAST Chocolate Bars . Hoopfinesse tells us how he met his wife, Stacey, and gives marriage advice for young Muslims. Hoopfinesse & Ansari try Prime Energy Drinks and are SURPRISED. We also hear Hoopfinesse story as a humorous and loving individual who gained fame on Instagram and TikTok. And finally Ansari and Hoopfinesse explore the origin and importance of the hijab. 2023-06-271h 16The Ansari PodcastE63: The Story of Kidnap Interrogation Torture at Guantanamo Bay and Bagram, U.S Guards Convert to Islam, and Extremist Groups in Middle East w. Moazzam BeggAnsari Podcast: Author and Activist Moazzam Begg reveals what happened when he was Kidnapped, tortured, and sent to Guantanamo Bay and Bagram by the CIA and MI6 over false intelligence, Moazzam Begg narrates the heart breaking years he spent kidnapped and falsely imprisoned in the worlds most notorious prisons. He answers tough questions like whether he conspired against the United States, what he saw in Bagram and Guantanamo. How Islam helped him through it all, and many other details. Is he an ISIS Supporter. Only at The Ansari Podcast.
2023-05-301h 17The Ansari PodcastE62: A Road of Bumps & Bruises: Lisa Converts to Islam, Gets Abused By Her ExHusband & Becomes a Hijab Fashion Icon | w. VeronaCollection Founder Lisa VoglMahmoud Elansary sits with Lisa Vogl, the cofounder of VERONA COLLECTIONS, the 1st hijab company to enter MACYS or any large American retailer. But before that she was a photographer who converted to Islam after making a documentary on the Hijab asking "Why do Muslim Women wear the Hijab?". Lisa Vogl walks us through her conversion story from a devoted catholic to a practicing Muslim. Lisa then reveals the disturbing truth of her marriage to a "Pious" Muslim man who went on to beat her and abuse her. This is a heavy one. 2023-05-0948 minThe Ansari PodcastE61: Tale of "THEMUSLIMBOXER" - "Boxing Led Me to Islam". Muhsin Cason Reveals The Truth About His Sparring vs Jake Paul and KSIThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Muhsin Cason "THEMUSLIMBOXER" talk about his life story as a child of a prominent Imam in Baltimore and how he ended up in the club partying, drinking and girls. Muhsin Cason was embarrassed of being Muslim. Then Boxing brought him back to Allah, and made him "THEMUSLIMBOXER". Now he has a life mission to save others from the sins he's done in the past. Mahmoud and Muhsin then discuss the month he spent in Puerto Rico sparring with Jake Paul and later training KSI for his big fight. His answer may surprise you!2023-04-2738 minThe Ansari PodcastE59: Good Morning Ramadan! w. Mahmoud ElansaryMahmoud Elansary brings some of his best work yet in this captivating Ramadan special with beautiful perspectives to the blessed month of Ramadan and our role as Muslims. It is a dynamic episode from Quran, tafseer to Nasheed, and from decoration to charity. RAMADAN MUBARAK!!! IT'S THE MOST BLESSED TIME OF THE YEAR!2023-03-2317 min
The Ansari PodcastE58: Pain & Passion: The Genius of Ramy-How to Become a Star Muslim Actor in Hollywood w. Laith NakliThe Ansari Podcast: Star Actor Laith Nakli gives a secret inside into acting that you won’t find anywhere else. What makes Ramy a genius and how he and others got there. And then how Laith himself made it as an actor as a Muslim in America and what it takes to become a great actor, as a Muslim, in Hollywood. Laith tells his backstory from how he went from Leo from America to Laith from Syria, a proud Muslim American. And His starring role as Uncle Naseemi in the popular show Ramy,2023-03-1537 min
The Ansari PodcastE56: Modern & Ancient Egypt, Your Destiny & Filming in Hollywood | W. Star Actor Amr WakedThe Ansari Podcast: Amr Waked describes overcoming all odds to following his dreams of becoming an actor in Egypt, a society that may not support people's dreams. Amr Waked reimagines ancient Egypt and his personal theory on Ancient Egypt. Amr Waked then talks on Secret Societies, Al-Jazeera Decoded, Aliens and Making Movies. Amr Waked talks on filming with Scarlett Johannson, The film Lucy and making Ramy. #ancientegypt #trendingnow #conspiracy #podcast #secretsociety2023-02-1347 minThe Ansari PodcastE55: "My Father Wanted Me to Take Off My Hijab - I Got Bullied By Muslims for My Hijab, Not Others." - w. Comedian Nina KharoufehThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Popular Comedian Nina Kharoufeh talk about a wide range of topics ranging from seriously hating the new identity tv shows and movies they're making about Muslims/minorities all the way to Nina's first time smoking weed with Dave Chappelle, working with Katt Williams. Her father not wanting her to wear the hijab, her getting harassed online by Muslim men telling her to taker her hijab off, death of her "brother" and so much more! #comedy #islam #podcast2023-01-3055 minThe Ansari PodcastE54: From Darkness Into Light - Discovering The Universe Within Us | w. Samia MubarakThe Ansari Podcast: Samia Mubarak and Mahmoud Elansary ponder about the universe and nature within us and around us, while using the Quran as an anchor of the conversation. Enjoy!
#tafseer #nature #quran #pondering #podcast #theuniverse2023-01-161h 18The Ansari PodcastE53: History of The Ottoman Empire - World Famous Sultans & The Enslaved Elite w. Professor Nabil Al-TikritiThe Ansari Podcast: Ottoman Empire History Professor Nabil Al Tikriti, breaks down the mind blowing system of the Ottomans enslaving their elites. He narrates extravagant stories of the most Prestigious Ottoman Sultans. And discusses the general history of the Ottoman Empire and how it shaped Islamic thought, philosophy, spirituality and the modern day Sunni - Shia dynamic.2022-12-201h 19The Ansari PodcastE52: Finding Islam Through the Stars & the Universe | American Teenage Girl Converts to IslamThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Ronnie breakdown her life journey to Islam as to how and why she chose Islam as a young women living in the most desire stricken country on earth. Veronica unveils the drastic measures she has to take to hide her Islam from her family, who are deeply unaccepting of Islam and Muslims. What made her convert to Islam is beautiful. Also what is gravity???
#Islam #science #podcast2022-12-0651 minThe Ansari PodcastE51: Comedy & The Untold History of the Black Muslim | w. MosesTheComicThe Ansari Podcast: This weeks guest is Moses the Comic! As a comedian, professor and businessman. Moses the comic travels back in time to his childhood growing up in Philadelphia, a City with over 300K Muslims. as a child of 6 to 2 Black Muslim converts. He then speaks on the untold history and stories of the Black Muslim contribution to Islam in all formats. He highlights for us the life and accomplishments on Mensa Musa. Then discusses his comedy life, being on the new Ramy season 3. Working with Mo Amer. Being a Muslim comedian. And a WHOLE BUNCH OF FUNNY TANGENTS...2022-11-221h 09The Ansari PodcastE50.Pt.2: The Backstory of Hamza Khan | What Inspired His Brilliant Muslim American Spirit?The Ansari Podcast: Hamza Khan Breaks down his life story in an elaborate and telling style. He speaks of moments of deception on the Israeli Apartheid because of his upraising with many Jewish friends. He gives the inside as to what he values (Islamically or not) and how that shaped the world he came to know as a Muslim American. He shares how diversity of cultures, religions and ethnicities positively influenced his way of viewing humanity. This is a deep and reflective story a brilliant Muslim Mans life in America.2022-10-3139 minThe Ansari PodcastEp.50! The Man Who Helped Free Adnan Syed - "Prosecutors Were HIDING Evidence" | w. Hamza KhanAnsari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary brings on the man who passed the bill that freed Adnan Syed, he tells us all the context of the case and why/how Adnan got out. He breaks down the 4 examples of Muslim democracy - failed and successful. Mahmoud presents his interesting theory on fictional characters and how they led to atheism in America. Will our American brothers and sisters go to hell if they don't become Muslim? Finally, Hamzah Khan ends the conversation with an elaborate break down of Muslim nationalism in the Muslim world today and where it leaves us as Muslims--Amazing!
#adnansyed #p...2022-10-2557 minThe Ansari PodcastE48: Life of a Stand Up Comedian from Brooklyn - Comedy's Moral Dilemma | w. Ismael LoutfiThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Comedian Ismael Loutfi discuss his upbringing and how it brought him to comedy, like how he got married to a white girl in high school for 6 months. How Ramy Youssef advised him to pray 5 times a day. His struggles with the Moral dilemmas in the world of stand up comedy and Hollywood. Which leads to an interesting question, should Muslims enter Hollywood?2022-09-271h 08The Ansari PodcastE47: 9/11 - How One Act of Terror Led to The WAR OF TERROR - The Execution of Saddam Hussein | w. Iraqi Expert Ruba Al-HassaniThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Iraqi Expert Ruba Al-Hassani speak on the hidden reasons why America entered Iraq. The GRAPHIC, rarely heard about, war crimes committed by the United States in the Iraqi prison, Abu Ghraib (A MUST WATCH). The rise and fall of Saddam Hussein. The execution of Saddam Hussein. And they end with a brief history of Iraq and where the country is today. 2022-09-121h 23The Ansari PodcastE46: Choosing a Career Path, Mental Health, and Cool Stories! w. Career Coach Arif KabirThe Ansari Podcast: Arif Kabir and Mahmoud Elansary talk about the way a Muslim should choose their career path and what their mindset should be for it. They strike examples and share stories to illustrate how a Muslim or non muslim can be successful in their life. They talk Muslim apps and business. They talk about Mental health and therapy, especially within Marriage. They talk about cool stories of The Prophet PBUH, Hamzah Yusuf, a highway robber story and more!2022-08-2358 min
The Ansari PodcastE45: A Journey that Shaped the Lives of 1000's of Muslim Kids in it's Community | ILIA Founder Ayman NassarThe Ansari Podcast: w. ILIA Founder Ayman Nassar goes through his life journey, the lessons he learned from youth working on the ground, the behind the scenes for what happens with troubled children, the mistakes parents make in involvement, the biggest regret he's had, the youth he couldn't save and; instead, lost. And what made him decide to found ILIA and help Muslim Kids.
#muslim #teenager #mentalhealth #life #islam
The Ansari Podcast: Ayman Nassar narrates the stories of the young Muslim lives he's come across as a man who...2022-08-081h 07The Ansari PodcastE44: The Time of Death | A Story of a Muslim Chaplain in a California Hospital | w. Author Sondos KholakiThe Ansari Podcast w. Mahmoud Elansary. Chaplain Sondos Khosaki takes you through her stories. Like about a a hopeless agnostic who was coming close to his time of death, the most common regrets she hears from those dying, an emotional experience that resonates with her till today, the difference between Muslim and Non-Muslim patients. What it's like to experience life and death on a daily basis in a non-Muslim world. And how pain is Sacred.2022-07-261h 23
The Ansari PodcastE43: What to Know About Nihad Awad - America's Most Powerful Male Muslim. - w. CAIR President Nihad AwadThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Mr. Nihad Awad take us through the journey for how and why Nihad Awad went from a poor Palestinian refugee in Jordan, to the most powerful Muslim in America. They discuss Guantanamo Bay, The Patriot Act, Manufactured Terrorism by the FBI, Palestine and Israel, and the Western Media vs Muslims.
2022-07-041h 08The Ansari PodcastE42: Converting to Islam On 9/11 - Followed by My ENTIRE Family | w. Dr. Hernan GuadalupeThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Dr. Hernan Guadalupe discuss his journey to becoming Muslim, especially on the day of 9/11. they discuss What kind of internal conflicts Dr. Hernan had before and after becoming Muslim. They discuss the reaction of his community of his conversion during 9/11. They discuss how his brother, mother and father followed in his foot steps and all became Muslim shortly after. They discuss his new struggles that arise as a newly minted Muslim American Frat Boy. And they discuss Dr. Hernan's current status as the Founder of Hablamos Islam - an organization that teaches Spanish...2022-06-201h 43The Ansari PodcastE41: Why & How does God have the Moral Authority to Torture Us Forever? w. Harvard Theologian Hamzah RazaThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Hamzah Raza discuss the Argument of "Necessary Existence" How God is a necessary cause
They break down the 3 categories of existence in the universe
The idea of idea the soul in Islamic philosophy vs. Western Philosophy and how islam answers the trolley problem
They discuss the "fine tuning" argument and its refutation
They ponder over why God cares so much about what we do if we're not important?
They ponder of why God demands for us to worship him and a break down...2022-06-061h 12The Ansari PodcastE40: Discussing Christianity and Islam w. A Christian & MuslimThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and his friend Kelly discuss the holy Trinity, the relationship between Faith and using reason/logic, the purpose of humanity in the Islamic perspective. Kelly asks What halal and Haram are in Islam and the story behind praying in Islam. They finally discuss the corruption found in Christianity.2022-05-171h 24The Ansari PodcastE39: The Best Diet and Workouts During Ramadan w. Fitness Coach Shehab HadyThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Shehab Hady discuss the strategies, plans, schedule and different techniques a Muslim can use in order to work out during Ramadan and maintain a healthy life. They discuss when to work out during Ramadan. They discuss how to work out during Ramadan. they discuss what your mentality and goals for your body should be for Ramadan. They discuss what you should eat during Ramadan in order to lose weight, gain weight, or maintain weight during Ramadan as a Muslim. They discuss the tactics and strategy to a healthy Ramadan for a Muslim. And...2022-04-0542 minThe Ansari PodcastE38: How to Have Sex, Party, and Smoke During RamadanThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Osly Melendez break down the 5 types of people entering Ramadan, The Sexer, The Partier, The Smoker, The Converter, and the Nicotiner. They Discuss how Non-practicing Muslims and Non-Muslims who are wanting to observe Ramadan should conduct themselves in sexual relations with their significant other, specifically if they're not married to them. They talk about How to purify yourself in Islam after sex, the requirements for your fast to count during ramadan, how to have sex during ramadan with your boy/girl friend. They do NOT condone pre-marital sex but instead offer some advice...2022-03-2854 minThe Ansari PodcastE37: I was an Iraqi Refugee - Now I'm an American Immigration Attorney w. Mohamed Al-HamdaniThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Attorney Mohamed Al - Hamdani discuss identity and some of the history of Islam in America, how Islam doesn't let slavery thrive. Islam is deeply anti-slavery. They discuss getting married to non-Muslim women and Al Hamdani's own experience with that. They talk about Islam being as American as apple pie. And how undocumented Americans "illegal immigrants" are the backbone of this country. They talk about Mohamed's own struggle growing up as an Iraqi refugee in America, and how that led him to want to fight for the less powerful.
Mohamed Al-Hamdani is an immigration...2022-03-151h 13The Ansari PodcastE36: What it Means to "Be a Man" - Defined by Muslim MenThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary, Bilal and Aymene discuss what role will Muslims play in the geopolitical atmosphere of modern times and what will the future hold for Muslim countries. They talk about what needs to change within every Muslim in order for Allah to bless us as an ummah. They talk about why we ended up in the state were in as Muslims today, what the state of Muslims today are, and how to get out of it. They talk about this generation of Muslims being the next generation to change everything. They also talk about the definition o...2022-03-0140 minThe Ansari PodcastE35: Introducing Miss Pakistan USA 1st RU w. Maryam BegThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Maryam Beg discuss her life journey that led her to becoming Miss Pakistan USA, what bumps of Islamophobia and racism she encountered and overcame. They talk about arranged marriage and the misconceptions and stereotypes behind it. They talk about drinking and the narratives behind it in western culture. They talk about Islam and being Muslim in America. 2022-02-1544 minThe Ansari PodcastE34: Mahmoud Aches Over the State of Yemen | The Kaaba | The Muslim WorldThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary calls out our Muslim Leaders and some of their incompetencies. He calls out Saudi Arabia and Iran for their crimes in Yemen. He calls out the amount of money spent on the Kaaba and the hypocrisy of it. He ponders over the state of the Muslim world and where we're all lacking. He talks why us Muslims stand idly by and let "Muslim" countries commit human violations against other Muslim Countries. He talks about how we need to change as Muslims and why. He talks about improving as individuals and his own personal Journey. 2022-01-3138 minThe Ansari PodcastE33: From 10 --> 23 years old | Still Having the Same Insecurities w. Ozzi AbrahamThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Osly Abraham, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss their feelings as Muslims in America. How Islam gets them through hardship, and how Islam challenges them to be better every single day. They talk about living day by day and striving towards good character of Islam. The struggle of being Muslim.2022-01-181h 11The Ansari PodcastE32: The Theory of Evolution & Islam | Adam/Eve | Epigenetics | w. Molecular Biologist Dr. Rana DajaniThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Dr. Rana Dajani Discuss whether or not Evolution and Islam conflict on a fundamental level. Dr. Rana Dajani defines Evolution and then Explains how it fits into Islam. Dr. Rana Dajani clears up many of the misconceptions surrounding Evolution and Islam. How Muslims can believe in Evolution and the story of Adam and Eve at the same time. They talk about how evolution and the story of Adam and Eve in Islam don't conflict. Dr. Rana Dajani proposed a different look at the Quran where we do not use it as a book...2022-01-031h 23The Ansari PodcastE31: A Puerto Rican Woman | The Worlds’ Reaction to My Islam | w. Author Wendy DiazThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Revert Latina Muslim Author Wendy Diaz discuss her story and journey to Islam at a young age. Why she chose Islam? What sparked her interest in Islam? Why not Other religions? What made Islam stand out? What made Wendy Diaz see the illogic in Christianity's theology, while billions of Christians don't? And finally when she decided to convert to Islam. After that we discuss what was life's reaction to her Islam, what struggles did she have now that she became Muslim. What Islam concepts did she struggle with, did she struggle with daily...2021-12-201h 39The Ansari PodcastE30: "I was Turned Off By Islam | I Thought it was Backwards." So What Changed?? w. Imam Ahmad DeebThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Imam Ahmed Deeb discuss Imam Ahmad's life growing up in the United States as a first generation Muslim, they discuss the cognitive dissonance felt when you're a Muslim living in America. They discuss the philosophical and theological questions that troubled Imam Ahmad growing up and how he dealt with them on a personal level. They discuss why the Imam ultimately chose Islam and was convinced by it, and why he decided to completely devote his life to Islam rather than go into medicine as he originally had planned. They discuss the false myth...2021-11-291h 12The Ansari PodcastE29: From Catholic to Muslim | My Journey to Islam at 13 years of Age w. Omar FaisonThe AUDIO IS FIXED***
The Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Omar Faison discuss Omar's journey through different religious texts, and how he eventually settled on Islam and becoming Muslim. They discuss Omar's thought process during his religious journey and reading different religious texts such as the bible, torah and more. And then how he felt when reading the Quran, and what about the Quran stood out so much that led him to converting to Islam. Why did he come to the conclusion that Islam was the truth? They discuss Jesus in the Quran ], and how Omar was...2021-11-221h 11The Ansari PodcastE28: Jewish American and Muslim American | Let's Talk. w. Max MzhenAudio will be fixed in 2 Weeks! On this episode of The Ansari Podcast, Mahmoud Elansary and his buddy Max Mzhen have a light discussion about the commonalities between Islam and Judaism. And how Muslims and Jews historically lived in peace together. This episode is not to be informative on historical or religious points, but instead supposed to show a rare civil conversation between a Muslim and Jewish person in today's times. 2021-11-1641 minThe Ansari PodcastE27: Life as a Muslim American Artist w. Malik NaimThe Ansari Podcast, Mahmoud Elansary and Artist Malik Naim discuss the dangers of a Muslim becoming Arrogant in their Islam. How every Muslim has a personal journey with Allah/God and how every Muslim and all humans commits sins. They talk about the dangers of Muslims judging each other. And why Muslim parents and immigrant parents never have the sex talk with their Muslim kids/children. They talk about Muslims conflicting between their non Muslim friends but also wanting to get closer to Islam and Allah/God. They talk about weed, girls, drugs and alcohol and how we've struggled w...2021-11-081h 21The Ansari PodcastE26: Mufti Muneer on Smoking Weed | Drinking | Masturbation | SexOn this episode of The Ansari Podcast, Mahmoud Elansary and Mufti Muhammed Ibn Muneer discuss why is Weed haram? How about before prayer? How about Alcohol. Why is that haram, even if it's in heaven? Why can't I have sex outside of marriage? It's an act of love and not violence, so is Islam against love Is it haram to masturbate? What about without porn? Why can't Muslim women marry non-Muslim men but Muslim men can marry non-muslim women? II feel like a hypocrite, what should I do? These kinds of questions are discussed on this episode!2021-11-021h 17The Ansari PodcastE25: Life as a White Muslim American Revert, Actress & Artist w. Holly Mara*SORRY ABOUT THE SOUND QUALITY, WILL BE FIXED SOON IA* The Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Holly Mara, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss why Holly decided to go into the film and arts industry. Especially since she is a minority in being a white American Hijabi Muslim woman. Holly speaks on the false narrative and fake bad reputation Islam has, even though when she discovered Islam it was nothing like the image she's seen in America. Holly talks about how she wants to change the way most Muslim women are represented on screen and how Muslims are represented in Hollywood in...2021-08-161h 09The Ansari PodcastE24: Introducing the First Hijabi Elected Official in Maryland w. Raaheela AhmedThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Board Member Raheela Ahmed discuss Raheela's childhood and what led her to where she is today as a Muslim woman in America. They discuss the difficulties her immigrant father went through and the obstacles she had to face to become the first hijabi elected official in Maryland. They discuss how they personally deal with "Islamophobia" and what it is like being in public office. They discuss the corruption within American politics and the issue with dark money's influence. They discuss policemen in schools. They discuss Raaheela's personal struggles with following religion and being...2021-08-091h 19The Ansari PodcastE23: How Muslims Became the Villains of the Century w. Law Professor Sahar AzizThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Professor Sahar Aziz discuss how the American government treated Muslims and reacted to the attack on 9/11. They talk about how the U.S government used 9/11 as an excuse to expand their power and abuse it on Muslims, knowing there would be no repercussions. They talk about how the government was able to do whatever they wanted to Muslims because Muslim Americans are weak and had no political power. Muslims were an easy target for the U.S. government. And whether the government still runs these sting operations on Muslims, also how people easily...2021-07-261h 22The Ansari PodcastE22: How did 2 Muslim Americans End Up SO Different? w/ Saad AbbasiThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Saad Abbasi, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss the psychology behind one of the many reasons why Muslim Americans drink alcohol. They discuss Muslim Americans wanting to fit in, Muslim Americans wanting to be cool and Muslim Americans drinking in order to be cool. They discuss how some Muslims smoke weed, party and have sex. And Mahmoud Elansary gives his own personal account and best reasons as to why he did in the past. They also discuss how America helps many Muslims become more religious and closer to God. Saad discusses how he personally become more...2021-07-191h 23The Ansari PodcastE21: Knowledge & God | Religion & Social Media. w. My Christian Friends!The Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and 2 of his highschool/college bestfriends talk about what God and religion has menat to them historically, how they feel about God and religion now. They ponder over the creation of God and who is God, how many Gods and religions are there and how to choose. What logic and knowledge mean to God and how important they are and the analogy of a ballroom as life. The issue with cancel culture, not listening to others, and Darrel Davis' experience with KKK leaders and members. They talk about the dangers of social media and s...2021-06-281h 20The Ansari PodcastE20: Amal Kassir on The Syrian War and Finding Her Islam in AmericaThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Amal Kassir, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss Amals personal experience growing as a Muslim, Syrian, white American. Her experience being raised a Muslim in this country, how her mother converted, how she found God(Allah), she felt she had no purpose even after success, she questioned Gods will and existence, her struggle with faith and Islam. The moment she turned to God(Allah), and why she started wearing the hijab. They discuss Sadness and its necessity, her transition in public speaking, the story behind the Syrian crisis, Bashar Al-Assad, her personal loss of family members i...2021-06-211h 45The Ansari PodcastE19: How the Internet Has Shaped Muslims w. Dr. Sahar KhamisThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Dr. Sahar Khamis, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss how the internet has both united and disunited Muslims, the world needs more intellectual maturity, the Muslim middle ground is no where to be found online, silent majority of Muslims need to speak up, moderate Muslims don't feel like getting in online dialogues, Muslims not longer get information from scholars but from fools. They discuss the western medias anti-muslim rhetoric and how the media capitalizes on what bleeds. They discuss alot of Muslim parents wanting their children to become doctors and engineers, without room for entering creative...2021-06-071h 18The Ansari PodcastE18: From Catholic to Muslim - "Why I Converted to Islam"The Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary, Ozzi, and Japheth. 3 bestfriends discuss Ozzi's recent conversion to Islam from Catholicism, why he made the change to Islam, what he loves about Islam, his relationship with God, being grateful to God, God speaking to us, peoples egos stopping them from the truth, Muslims would not be Muslims if they werent born into it. Mahmoud doubts he'd find Islam on his own, difficult to admit everything about your life is a lie. Harsh environment for converts, Noticeable changes in his life since Islam and becoming muslim. Ozzi struggling with Depression and Anxiety before Islam...2021-05-311h 35The Ansari PodcastE17: How Islam will Answer Moral Questions of The Future? w. Muhammed AliThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Muhammed Ali, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss how Islam will answer the ethical questions of the future, involving things happening now like sex robots, robots who claim to be Muslim, Robots that gain sentience, what is sentience? Dubai releasing an artificial fatua service, what sentience would do to the God argument. What knowledge is and what wisdom is. What consciousness is, if it is ethical to aid in suicide, whether animals are as intelligent as humans, what it means to be human. What intelligence means, the paradoxical issues in Islam, how brilliant Islamic scholars are...2021-05-262h 05The Ansari PodcastE16: Ansaris’ Ramadan SPECIAL | Kyrie Irving's Islam | Muslim CelebritiesThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary talks about Ramadan and the mentality Mahmoud enters Ramadan with, he talks about Eid, he talks about Kyrie becoming Muslim. He talks about Stephen Jackson becoming Muslim, and Muslim celebrities, and what Islam means to Mahmoud personally and his mentality on God and religion. #ramadan #kyrie #muslim #Islam #stephenjackson #God #Allah #kyrieirving2021-04-2826 minThe Ansari PodcastE15: Dr. Joshua Salaam Gives an Inside Look at Native DeenThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Joshua Salaam, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss the relationship between immigrant Muslims and African American Muslims in the United States. They discuss how racism is a global phenomenon, Adam being a black man, Satan being the originator of racism, how Prophet Muhammed PBUH dealt with racial issues, if there is a way to integrate now, the trauma behind having slave ancestry, and the diversity of Prophet Muhammed PBUH life. Discuss the history behind the popular band Native Deen, the origin of the band, what Native Deen really means, what inspired their songs lyrics and message...2021-04-191h 28The Ansari PodcastE14: Does God Really Exist? Science, War and Religion.The Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and his boys Qadir and Max, discuss whether God really exists, how you can find God through science, philosophy and other disciplines. Their views on religion and Christianity, their personal experience with religion and God. What it takes to make it in heaven, whether you have to be a Muslim or not. The origin of purgatory and the Catholic Pope. The crusades and radical ideologies in every religion and in everything in life. Where Atheism originates from, if religion causes war, the big bang, the universe expanding, multiverses, multi-dimensions, religion giving people answers. How...2021-04-121h 34The Ansari PodcastE13: The War in Sudan | Black Americans | w. BayadirThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Bayadir, 2 Muslim Americans discuss speak on her experience as a black Muslim in America, racism and Islamophobia, how one should treat those who hate them and their faith and race. Whether a person should be kind or agressive in the face of hatred. Bayadirs experience being a minority and the Islamophobic scenarios shes been in. Bayadir opens up about her relationship with her Avoiding restrictive eating disorder, she explains what eating disorders are and what they mean. How she dealt with her eating disorder, and how it is a constant battle. She explains...2021-04-051h 34The Ansari PodcastE12: Science in Islam | Our Experience Growing Up in AmericaThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary, Qadir and Karim, 3 Muslim Americans, discuss the understanding in America that you're either religious or believe in Science, how the Quran mentions the Big Bang, how God in the Quran commands you to question, how the universe is expanding, how the solar system and gravity work. The squad talks on multiple scientific miracles in the Quran. And their own personal journeys have been growing up as Muslims in the United states and the lessons they have learned along the way. They open up about their own experiences and thoughts, as well as what they...2021-03-291h 27The Ansari PodcastE11: The Hijabi Struggle | Modern Muslim Identity Crisis w. Jennah KhafeedThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Jennah Khafeed, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss dealing with who they are as American Muslims and their Identity crisis. They slightly discuss the N-word and black relations in America. They dig deep into Jennahs own personal journey and they speak about Halima Aden and her experience in the modeling industry, the struggle of wearing the hijab as Muslim woman in America, the journey of the hijab and the recommended mentality to have with it. Experience of taking off the hijab and the mental and emotional struggle behind it. A discussion about Jennahs own personal journey...2021-03-221h 26The Ansari PodcastE10: Game Theory | William Wesley | Khan Academy | Viruses & DNAThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Adnan Aziz, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss the enigma of a person William Wesley is and how he made his way to the top in a very unorthodox manner. Being kind and helping others, exactly what Islam teaches, allowed William Wesley to be one of the most powerful men in the NBA. Discuss how Salman Khan, also a Muslim American, whom Adnan has met and spoke too, came to create Khan academy the largest online school today. They discuss DNA and genetics manipulation and its future, they discuss viruses, how they operate and what they...2021-03-151h 44The Ansari PodcastE9: Islam, Feminism, and Culture w. Ghonva GhauriThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Ghonva Ghauri, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss physical and mental abuse, the rhetoric of what makes a good Muslim girl, why when Muslims do an evil act, Islam is deemed as evil as well. How common domestic abuse is in Muslim communities and in America. The stigmas behind mental health and being strong. What a Model Minority means and the history behind how arabs and south asians were allowed into the United States. They discuss whether America is a racist patriarchal society or not and how being white is what is considered the norm and...2021-03-081h 23The Ansari PodcastE8: The Rising Issue of Gender Roles in Mosques | America Post 9/11 w. Haris TarinThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Haris Tarin, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss America pre and post 9/11 and why young Muslims, western Muslims, and Muslim Americans are running away from mosques and islamic institutions. They discuss gender roles in Muslim environments, how women are treated and what the women's section looks like in mosques. And the failure of Muslim institutions to be up to date and tailor to Muslim Americans.the conversation Haris Tarin had with Obama as he was selected as one of the rising influential figures in the Muslim community in America. Haris Tarin shares the details of the...2021-03-011h 57The Ansari PodcastE7: Struggling with Muslim & Americans Morals | Our Parents Influence On UsThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Soloin, 2 young Muslim Americans, discuss not liking Ramadan and Islam growing up, as well as the difficulty praying 5 times a day. But how the discipline and Islam has helped them tremendously through their lives. They discuss their relationship with their parents and how its influenced their view on Islam and on the world around them. Discuss the arsenal of Moral philosophies they have by Islam, their foreign cultural background and America. And how they navigate between which one to choose. They discuss how environment has an effect on your values and a Muslim e...2021-01-041h 24The Ansari PodcastE6: Life as a Palestinian Refugee vs. As a Leading Doctor in America w. Dr. Yassine DaoudThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Dr. Yassine Daoud, 2 Muslim Americans, Dr. Yassine opens up about being a Palestinian refugee and his life and experience as a refugee vs. living in America. They discuss Prophet Muhammed and what it means to be rich. They discuss what the purpose in life is and being unfortunate and oppressed. Life as a refugee vs. Life in the United States. Lebanons oppression towards Palestinian refugees. They discuss Halal and Haram and how it's been given too much precedent over the main principles of Islam. What our purpose as Muslims here on earth are...2020-12-211h 33The Ansari PodcastE5: Dr. Sabrina N'Diaye on Anxiety, Depression & SuicideThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Dr. Sabrina N'Diaye, 2 Muslim Americans, discuss self awareness and its importance, self-healing and breathing techniques. They go on to discuss anxiety and how it effects the body and where it can be rooted from, as well as the effect of social media and drugs on young Americans. They discuss Prophet Muhammed and Islam and what those 2 say about emotions and suicide. Mahmoud Elansary opens up about his own experience with suicide, anxiety and depression. And how Muslims should deal with suicide, within their own community, and Islams' ruling on suicide as a whole. 2020-12-141h 02The Ansari PodcastE4: Signs of End of Times, Anti-Christ, Stock Market and JesusThe Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Naveed Mian discuss what success means to them and what it truly is. How Islam and prayer has effected their lives. How short life really is and death. Who created God and how Islamic theology helps their mentality in business and leadership. The Anti-Christ (Dajjal), Jesus in Islam, World War 3, The Rockefellers, and modern day celebrities and the mentality that comes with money, fame and success. h]How Muslims are treated by other Muslims, signs of day of judgement, Prophet Jesus and Muhammed PBUT and their timeless influence on humanity. They talk about...2020-12-071h 35The Ansari PodcastE3: Islamic Culture VS. Western Culture: Do They Clash?The Ansari Podcast: Mahmoud Elansary and Omar Nassimi discuss in-depth how Muslim Americans can integrate into American life without being white washed or removed of their Islamic identity and culture. They discuss whether Islam is actually incompatible with the west, where narratives of Muslims come from, how Islamic culture and western culture are similar and different, the stereotypes about Muslims and Islam. Liberalism and Islam in America. A secular lifestyle vs. a religious lifestyle and what being American actually means for a Muslim American.2020-12-011h 10The Ansari PodcastE2: Drinking, Smoking, and Difficult Family Life. Yet Still Muslim.On this episode Mahmoud Elansary, and his friends, Bilal and Shaber discuss their Muslim American experience with drugs, alcohol, friendships, and trying to fit in throughout high school. They go onto discuss terrorist groups like ISIS, and Americas roll in the Middle East. They ponder over who God is, what he may look like, and how merciful he is. And they look back on being embarrassed to be Muslim when they were teenagers and what their strengths and weaknesses are looking forward. 2020-11-231h 33The Ansari PodcastE1: Black and Muslim Americans: What's their Relationship?Mahmoud Elansary has on Br. Mujahid Muhammad where they start off talking about Black wall street, Jim Crowe, and the black struggle in America. Then they go onto to discuss the Muslim struggle in America, the Black Muslim struggle and the relationship between Muslim Americans and Black Muslim Americans and how we can better that relationship. Mujahid Muhammed is the President and founder of K.E.Y.S development. He's a community therapist and activist dedicated to the well-being of youth and families in Baltimore. He served as a clinician in the Baltimore City school system, the University of Maryland, a...2020-11-161h 49