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The Ansari Podcast161: Spiritual Healing Expert “The Healing Powers of Ramadan During Satanic Times” w. Saiyad AhmedDr. Saiyad Salahuddin Ahmed returns to break down the REAL science and spiritual benefits behind Islamic practices and how Ramadan could be the most powerful health reset of your year.We cover the healing power of Islamic prayer, the neurological and physiological effects of reciting the Quran, and the well-documented health benefits of fasting including how Ramadan can help you kick addictions.Dr. Ahmed also gives practical guidance on what to eat for Suhoor, which foods to avoid during Ramadan, and how to build a daily routine that maximizes...
2026-02-181h 14
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityDiversity as a Method to Address Tech-Enabled Oppression and Harm - Rooted2Thrive Ep. 55Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityDiversity as a Method to Address Tech-Enabled Oppression and HarmSeason 6, Episode 55 Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariOverview: In this eye-opening episode, host Rochelle Peterson-Ansari speaks with Dr. Karl Morris, a computer science professor and congressional candidate, about the dangerous intersections of technology, equity, and public policy. Dr. Morris explains how a lack of diversity in STEM spaces leads to technical products that cause measurable, direct harm to minoritized communities. From medical devices that misread blood oxygen levels in darker skin to AI-driven decisions in healthcare and...
2026-02-1852 min
The Ansari PodcastEducation Expert: “How To Choose The Best School For Your Child” w. Rasha El-HagganEvery school has an agenda whether it’s public, private, or Islamic. The real question isn’t whether your child is being shaped, it’s who is shaping them, and with what values?In this episode of the Ansari Podcast, we welcome back Sister Rasha El-Haggan, CEO of Tarbiyyah Academy and board member of the Islamic School League of America, for a deep and honest conversation about schooling, identity, and the future of Muslim children in America. How do you choose the best school for your child? Does public school ever make sense? How do you choose between Islamic school...
2026-02-1158 min
The Ansari Podcast159: How and Where to Find a Spouse That’s Right for You in 2026 w. Naima RobertFinding a spouse today feels harder than ever.Work, eat, sleep, repeat. Remote jobs. Isolated lifestyles. Endless standards. Fewer real connections. So how are Muslims supposed to meet someone in 2026?In this episode, we’re joined again by Sister Naima Robert, award-winning author, coach, and best known for From My Sister’s Lips, Show Up, and She Wore Red Trainers, for an honest, grounded conversation about love, marriage, confidence, and compatibility in the modern world.We talk about what’s actually preventing people from finding a partner today, and what needs to change person...
2026-01-281h 15
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityTeaching and Working with Multilingual Learners and Their Families - Rooted2Thrive Ep. 53Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity Teaching and Working with Multilingual Learners and Their FamiliesSeason 6, Episode 53 Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariOverview: In this episode, Rochelle Peterson-Ansari sits down with Dr. Anna Arlotta-Guerrero to discuss the nuances of supporting multilingual learners in early childhood and elementary settings. Drawing from her 15 years of experience in bilingual classrooms and her tenure as a teacher educator, Dr. Arlotta-Guerrero emphasizes that language diversity is an asset to be celebrated rather than a deficit to be corrected. The conversation explores practical classroom strategies—such as the importance of...
2026-01-2853 minThe Ansari Podcast158: $190m Fund Manager “Muslim Markets Are Thriving Right Now” w. Ibrahim KhanWe sat down with Ibrahim Khan, co-founder of Curate Capital and Islamic Financial Group, a fund manager overseeing more than $190 million in assets, to talk about what Muslims should actually be doing in times of uncertainty.We break down whether to hold cash or invest, what to expect heading into 2026, how global politics and AI are reshaping markets, and why most people feel financially behind even when they’re doing “everything right.”JOIN OUR YOUTUBE MEMBERSHIPORSupport Us @ https://www.ansaripodcast.com/ORPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/theansaripodcast/membershipJoin The Co...
2026-01-2148 min
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityCreating Belonging in Math Class for Black and Brown Students - Rooted2Thrive Ep. 52Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity Creating Belonging in Math Class for Black and Brown StudentsSeason 6, Episode 52 Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariOverview: In this inspiring episode, Rochelle Peterson-Ansari speaks with math specialist and author Shameeka Browne about reclaiming the joy and humanity within mathematics education. Browne challenges the traditional "survive or assimilate" model of schooling, advocating instead for a "thrive" model where students bring their full cultural identities and lived experiences into the classroom. By sharing practical strategies—from connecting inequalities to social justice to empowering parents with mathematical frameworks—Browne demonstrates how educ...
2026-01-2154 min
The Ansari Podcast157: Meet the Mayor of America’s Most Muslim City w. 'DearbornDad' Abdullah HammoudThe Mayor of Dearborn, Mayor Abdullah Hammoud, is the mayor of the city with the largest arab population in America. Fox News says Dearborn is becoming the “Sharia capital of America.”Twitter says Muslims are “refusing to assimilate.”Politicians say immigrants are the reason you can’t afford a home.So we actually talked to the Mayor of Dearborn.How he and Zohran Mamdani have completely changed the mentality of Muslim Americans regarding politics. What's he and Zohran doing differently to actually help people? Why aren't others doing the same?In this unfiltered conversation, Mayor Abdullah Hammoud responds directly to the nar...
2026-01-141h 00
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityStronger Together: The Power of Cross-Sector Collaboration for Community Impact - Rooted2Thrive Ep. 51Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityStronger Together: The Power of Cross-Sector Collaboration for Community ImpactSeason 6, Episode 51 Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariOverview: In this episode, Rochelle Peterson-Ansari sits down with Valerie Kind-Rubin to explore how deep, relationship-based collaboration can transform the landscape of philanthropy. As the Managing Trustee of the Patricia Kind Family Foundation, Valerie shares the evolution of the "Partners Fund," a collaborative initiative designed to support smaller, historically marginalized nonprofits in Philadelphia through trust-based philanthropy and multi-year general operating grants. The conversation highlights the shift from traditional charity to solidarity, emphasizing that...
2026-01-1441 min
The Ansari Podcast156: Depression Isn’t What You Think - How To Feel Joy Again w. Saad YacoobWhy do I feel depressed? What if I dont have any hope in the future anymore? How do I feel joy again? What if I have suffered trauma or great loss? All of these are questions many of us go through and ask ourselves at some point in life. How do you love Allah when you’re exhausted, anxious, or don’t even want to be in this world anymore?What if you pray, fast, and do “everything right”, yet still struggle with mental health, emptiness, and a lack of meaning?In this deeply honest and necessary conversation, Br. Saad Yac...
2026-01-071h 22
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityJoy as a Radical Pathway and Practice of Liberation - Rooted2Thrive Podcast Ep. 50Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity | Joy as a Radical Pathway and Practice of LiberationSeason 5, Episode 50Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariGuest: Dr. Krista Robinson-LylesOverview:In this inspiring and heart-centered conversation on the Rooted2Thrive Podcast, host Rochelle Peterson-Ansari welcomes Dr. Krista Robinson-Lyles — founder and president of the Joy Hope Collective, creator of the Joy Anyhow platform, and host of the Joy Anyhow Podcast. Together, they explore joy not as a fleeting emotion but as a radical, intentional practice of liberation, healing, and resistance. Drawing from her de...
2025-12-3153 min
The Ansari Podcast155: Investor “Most People Regret Never Trying Their Business Idea” w. Arshan AhmedRight now is the best time for Muslims to follow their dreams and build businesses. We discuss how to start a business, what it takes to build a startup, how do you start a business if you have a 9-5? When do you take the risk in a business idea? How to get Muslim billionaire investors to believe in Muslim startups. This is not just for personal success, but to support and offer the world a real alternative to an economic system built on exploitation and greed. We discuss In this episode, we’re joined by Arshan Ahmed, founder of...
2025-12-241h 08
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityIs DEI DOA?: A Pathway Forward - Rooted2Thrive Podcast Ep. 49Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity | Is DEI DOA?: A Pathway ForwardSeason 5, Episode 49Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariGuest: Rodney PattersonOverview:In this compelling episode of the Rooted2Thrive Podcast, Rochelle Peterson-Ansari sits down with Rodney S. Patterson — CEO of The Learner Group, pastor, coach, consultant, and author of Trump and the Race Card and Is DEI DOA?: How to Create Ongoing Success in the Marketplace and Beyond. Together, they explore the state of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in today’s social and professional landscape. Their conv...
2025-12-2458 min
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityFrom Allyship to Action: How Leaders Build Equity and Justice - Rooted2Thrive Podcast Ep. 48Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity | From Allyship to Action: How Leaders Build Equity and JusticeSeason 5, Episode 48Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariGuest: Adam BarneyOverview:In this energizing and authentic conversation on the Rooted2Thrive Podcast, host Rochelle Peterson-Ansari sits down with Adam Barney—energy coach, author, and podcast host—to explore what it means to move beyond allyship into real, sustained action for equity and justice. Drawing from his experience coaching leaders and his work on personal empowerment, Barney shares how optimism, accountability, and integrity intersect with...
2025-12-1755 min
The Ansari Podcast154: Resident Scholar "Music Was Never Haram. We've Been Tricked." w. Dr Ali HussainDr. Ali Hussain comes back for another deep, thought provoking and historically grounded conversation on the rich tradition of music, instruments, and melodic recitation in Islam, and how colonialism, cultural rupture, and fear-based theology severed Muslims from their own artistic heritage. Dr. Ali claims that Music is not a modern innovation in Islam it is a spiritual tradition rooted in the Prophetic era that we have nearly lost. Dr. Ali Hussain truly believes that music is not haram, that music halal and a necessary part of our tradition. We explore how the Qur’an itself is meant to be ex...
2025-12-171h 01
The Ansari PodcastFmr Amazon Exec - How To Find Work That You Love To Do | e153 w. Omar AltalibWhat if you’re living your entire life without ever stepping into the purpose God created you for? Most people drift through life without direction. Not because they lack talent, but because they never discover why they were made.In this Ansari Podcast episode, Omar Altalib, former Amazon executive and co-founder of Forerunners, where he helps entrepreneurs uncover their “why” guides Mahmoud through a powerful process of honest reflection, spiritual grounding, and practical frameworks, Omar reveals how anyone can build a mission-driven life one anchored in meaning, contribution, and divine intention. Whether you’re lost, overwhelmed, stuck in routine, or searc...
2025-12-101h 00
The Ansari Podcast152: Finance CEO & Ousama “So Many Feel Broke, Stuck & Spiritually Empty”The Western financial system is full of interest that ruins so many lives and ultimately ruins our afterlife as well. But what if there was a way to leave the system and build your wealth in an ethical and spiritually clean way? We need to build islamic financial institutions that can back mortgage loans, car loans and all sorts of monetary services to those who can't pay interest. There's a barakah effect and formula for your wealth, interest ruins that barakah. In this episode we talk about practical steps that you can take to live a life that is...
2025-12-0352 min
The Ansari Podcast149: Education Expert "Many Kids Leave Islam After Islamic Schooling" w. Rasha El-HagganDo Islamic schools turn kids away from Islam? Rumors that students turn gay or leave the religion! Should girls and boys be in the same class? Are young children in a dream state? Is homework bad for learning? Are grades holding our children back from being the dreamers that could save the world? I sit down with Tarbiyah Academy CEO Rasha El‑Haggan to explore one of the most frequently asked questions parents face when seeking education for their children. Should your child go to an Islamic school, a Montessori, an IB program, or stay in the public system? Le...
2025-11-121h 31
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityThe Importance of Believing in Yourself - Rooted2Thrive Podcast Ep. 42Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity | The Importance of Believing in YourselfSeason 5, Episode 43Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariGuest: Karen SmithOverview:In this heartwarming and empowering episode of the Rooted2Thrive Podcast, host Rochelle Peterson-Ansari welcomes master percussionist, playwright, and writer Karen Smith. Their conversation weaves together themes of artistry, resilience, and community as Karen reflects on her journey from New York City to the Greater Philadelphia arts scene. With humor and honesty, she shares how trusting her instincts and believing in herself allowed her to turn...
2025-11-1250 min
The Ansari Podcast148: Muhammed’sﷺ Diet Expert "They’re Poisoning Our Food" w. Saiyad AhmedBecome and Join our youtube membership to support us! Or*Support Us On Patreon @* https://www.patreon.com/theansaripodcast*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansariMention the podcast for a FREE Consultation*Provision Capital:* https://www.provisioncapital.com*Habbah:* https://www.habbah.io*Humaniti:* https://donor.muslimi.com/page/Humaniti-emergency-Ansari*Follow The Ansari Podcast**Instagram:* https://instagram.com/ansaripodcast*TikTok:* https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcast*Twitter/X:* https://twitter.com/ansaripodcastAnxious all the time? Depressed? Burned out physically and spiritually?We are constantly bombarded by toxins — from seed oils, artificial sweeteners, microplastics, and chemical additives hidden in our food — to the processed ingredie...
2025-11-051h 23
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityMaintaining Your True Self Throughout Your Career - Rooted2Thrive Podcast Ep. 42Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity | Maintaining Your True Self Throughout Your CareerSeason 5, Episode 42Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariGuest: Dr. Cherie Crosby-WeeksOverview:In this inspiring episode of the Rooted2Thrive Podcast, host Rochelle Peterson-Ansari sits down with Dr. Cherie Crosby-Weeks, Program Director of Teacher Education and Chair of Behavioral Sciences and Education at Manor College. Together, they explore what it means to stay grounded in your authentic self while navigating professional growth and leadership roles. Dr. Crosby-Weeks shares her journey as an educator, her passion for...
2025-11-051h 03
The Ansari Podcast147: Why Keeping Your Job Might Be the Riskiest Thing You Do w. Asheq HoqueAre you tired of your day job and feel stuck in your 9-5? Feel like you are in a rat race against time. Not spending enough time with your family. And the bills keep rising but you need to keep your job? If you want to find a way to leave your 9-5 day job and follow your dreams, building a business or making a career change. Then this episode is for you! Learn how to follow your dreams for the sake of Allah from Ashequl Hoque the Executive Director of Qalam Institute, Managing Partner at Guided Path, co-founder...
2025-10-291h 06
Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our HumanityWriting Past The PainRooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity | Writing Past The PainSeason 5, Episode 41Host: Rochelle Peterson-AnsariGuest: Dr. Brian JohnsonOverview: In this episode of the Rooted2Thrive Podcast, Rochelle Peterson-Ansari sits down with Dr. Brian Johnson, pastor of Revival Tabernacle in Pennsylvania and author of nine books, including the acclaimed historical novels Send Judah First and Free Indeed. Together, they reflect on their 22 years of shared work in diversity and multicultural affairs, and explore the power of writing as a way to move beyond pain and preserve hidden stories of B...
2025-10-2849 min
The Ansari Podcast146: Discovering Gravity, Brotherly Wars, Hindus & The British w. PabloTalksWhat is the REAL story of Islam in the Indian subcontinent? Were Hindus oppressed by Muslim rulers or did they seek legal counsel from them over their own courts? Did the Muslims have better technology than the French? In this episode we dive into the history of Muslims in India, how they got there, their contributions to science and technology, as well as epic tales of rivals between brothers and an emperor gone mad. Discover the rich history of Al-Andalus of the East!Support Us on our Website!https://www.ansaripodcast.com/
2025-10-221h 41
The Ansari Podcast144: Who Will Save Gaza? w. Dr. Omar Suleiman and Ousama AlShurafaIn this special episode of the Ansari Podcast, Shk. Omar Suleiman and Br. Ousama Al Shurafa came by the studio for an impromptu conversation about how to mobilize and awaken our souls to become the generation that establishes justice for Gaza and the entire Ummah. This is how to internalize theology of Tawheed so that it manifests in our actions and results in making a difference in the world.Support Us on our Website!https://www.ansaripodcast.com/#muslimpodcast #islamicpodcast #spiritualawakening #inspirationalPomoroi: https...
2025-10-0832 min
The Ansari Podcast143: The Life Story of Ar-Rumi - Who Was He? w. SharghzadehSufism is one of the doors to Islam for many in the West and the story of the Sufi mystic poet Jalal Ad-Din Ar-Rumi has captivated people for centuries. Rumi brought Islam to the Greek speaking world of his time and still his poetry reveals the beauty of Islam today across the world. In this episode we learn the history of Rumi with Muhammad Ali Mojaradi aka Sharghzadeh, a Persian translator, Persian language teacher, and founder of Persian Poetics. Listen and learn from the life of the beloved poet Rumi and how his words still stir hearts of Muslims...
2025-10-011h 26
Software Defined InterviewsCows, Tech Careers, Working at Microsoft, and Even More About Cows, with Saad AnsariIn this episode, Whitney and Coté speak with Saad Ansari, a product manager at Databricks, about his journey from working at Microsoft to co-founding a startup focused on creating sensors for monitoring cow behavior. They go over the challenges and rewards of transitioning from large corporations to startups and back, the differences in company scales, and the various lessons learned along the way. Saad shares some stories about developing technology for dairy farming, tackling supply chain issues, and the importance of passion in one's work. The conversation also touches on the unique cultural aspects of dairy farming around the w...
2025-09-291h 10Software Defined InterviewsCows, Tech Careers, Working at Microsoft, and Even More About Cows, with Saad AnsariIn this episode, Whitney and Coté speak with Saad Ansari, a product manager at Databricks, about his journey from working at Microsoft to co-founding a startup focused on creating sensors for monitoring cow behavior. They go over the challenges and rewards of transitioning from large corporations to startups and back, the differences in company scales, and the various lessons learned along the way. Saad shares some stories about developing technology for dairy farming, tackling supply chain issues, and the importance of passion in one's work. The conversation also touches on the unique cultural aspects of dairy farming around the w...
2025-09-291h 10
The Ansari Podcast142: Here's What They Don't Tell You About Islam In Europe | History w.Dr. Stef KerisIn this episode Dr. Stef Keris explains why European History is impossible without Islam. From the first Muslims to enter Europe, trade with the Vikings, to the conversion of the Bosnians as an entire people to Islam, you cannot have Europe without Muslims. Not even the Renaissance could have happened if it was not for the preservation of ancient texts by the European Muslims. It is not a contradiction to be European and Muslim … Dr. Stef Keris is proof as Greek historian who converted to Islam.Dr. Stef Keris BA, MA, PHD - Historian & Au...
2025-09-241h 12
The Ansari Podcast141: The Silent Struggle of Muslims in High School & College w. MoaazMoaaz @halalmoaaz is back on the Ansari Podcast! This time we pull back the curtains and talk about the common struggles of every young Muslim in America going through high school and college, being surrounded by and tempted by partying and dating. Muslim teenagers are rightfully dealing with depression, anxiety and an identity crisis - how do you yourself out of these conditions and find your way in an environment that pressures you beyond measure. Find your dreams and passions, be patient and know that Allah loves you#muslimpodcast #islamicpodcast #depression #highschool #college #motivation*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansariMention...
2025-09-1748 min
The Ansari Podcast140: Death, Culture Wars, Empire & Global Muslim Power w. Mohammad JalalThinking Muslim & Ansari Podcast COLLAB! Muhammad Jalal, host of the The Thinking Muslim, visits from across the pond to break the stereotypes that American Muslims have about their British counterparts. Mohammad Jalal opens up about the origin story of The Thinking Muslim, the death of his beloved son, the most impactful guests on the thinking muslim. And both analyze american and european muslim strategy for living and politics. Who was right? The repression of french muslims, the global muslim strategy. The civilizational spark needed to bring back the muslim ummah. And the great potential for Muslim power. This episode...
2025-09-101h 31
The Ansari Podcast138: Singer Reverts To Islam & Builds Largest Muslim Society in America's Capital w. Lauren SchreiberCan you meet your future spouse while learning islamic legal rulings? Can you bring your boyfriend to a community halaqa? Should the masjid be more inclusive? In this episode we interview Lauren Schreiber, co-founder and executive director of Center DC, and also a convert! She built a Muslim third-space that is open to all people who want a relationship with God and community in the DC area. With principals of course!*Support US on Patreon @* https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast#muslimpodcast #genderroles #community #loneliness #lgbt*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansari_Mention the podcast for a FREE Consultation
2025-08-271h 24
The Ansari Podcast137: How One of The Top American Scholars Converted to Islam w. Sh Suhaib WebbIn this episode of the Ansari Podcast, Sheikh Suhaib Webb shares his personal journey converting to Islam. Can weed lead people to Islam? Sheikh was a blood member and a rapper - now he's one of the top Muslim scholars in America, how did get there? Tackling spiritual Loneliness, the importance of community support, father Figures and how converts should deal with their family's opposition to their conversion to islam.#muslim #convertstory #muslimpodcast #islamicpodcast *Support US @* https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansariMention the podcast for a FREE Consultation*Human Appeal* DONATE at: https://give.humanappealusa.org...
2025-08-201h 08
The Ansari Podcast136: How You Know You've Made The Choice Allah Wants For You w. Mohammed FarisIn this episode, we are joined by Brother Mohammed Faris, author of 'The Barakah Effect' and 'The Productive Muslim,' as well as the founder of The Productive Muslim Company. Mohammed Faris coaches individuals of any faith background through a faith-based productivity mindset known as the Barakah Effect. Mohammed explains the concept of Barakah, how it manifests in our lives and how a faith-driven approach to productivity can lead to a more fulfilled and balanced life. From discussions on embracing the Abundance Mindset versus the Scarcity Mindset, to the importance of intention setting and the challenges of overcoming hustle...
2025-08-131h 17
The Ansari Podcast135: Study Finds Majority of Single Muslims Have These Common Traits w. Osama CenterDCOsama from Center DC discusses a study his team conducted to address the systemic issues preventing marriages in the Muslim community. Osama and Ansari talk about the cultural, social, and economic challenges men and women face in the marriage market, and what solutions there are. Plus, hear Osama’s experience of creating an animated project that tackles social justice and gender challenges, reflecting the diverse and dynamic experiences of American #relationship #marriage #love #lonely #single Muslims.*Muslim Professionals:* https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansari_Mention the podcast for a FR...
2025-08-061h 36
Love In The Wild: Glow Ups, Love Advice & Emotional Healing in Modern DatingKatelyn Ansari | Self-Worth, Insecurities, and Emotional HealingIn the very first episode of Love in the Wild, Katelyn Ansari opens up in a way she never has before—raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal. From navigating identity as an adoptee to unpacking how deep-rooted insecurities shaped her relationships, this episode dives into the roots of self-worth and what it truly means to heal out loud.You’ll hear:What it’s like growing up adopted and questioning where you belongHow fear and self-doubt influence who we choose as partnersThe role of therapy in rewriting painful internal narrativesWhy your most vulnerable stories may actually be your g...
2025-07-3114 min
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 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 Hack
2025-03-0931 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
Shaykh Ibrahim's PodcastMurshid Taner Ansari InterviewSend us a textRuss Jennings speaks with Murshid Shaykh Taner Ansari about the Sufi understanding of:KnowledgeIslamSufismRamadanThe Night of PowerSalaam Alaykum, murids, seekers, curious and interested listeners,We appreciate you, and are happy to share our Sufi Message. Your donation will help support our Sufi Centre in Sydney where we offer Zikr, Sohbet, spiritual counselling and healing services. We believe the message should be free, but it costs equipment, rental, services, software and hardware to get this to you. Thank yo...
2024-09-201h 12
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.
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1:31 Shafei Famous Poem: Let the...
2024-07-172h 11
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
KeyBARDAmplifying Black Voices through Performance and Pedagogy with Naila Ansari Carbonell CatiloSend us a textS1.E6.In this episode, Thembi is joined by award-winning choreographer, director and performing artist, Naila Ansari, who shares her journey from the world of dance to her work as an academic and archivist. We talk about some of her groundbreaking projects including The Movement of Joy, in which she archives the Joy of Black women, challenging dominant narratives and celebrating resilience. Naila also discusses her innovative work in exploring the subversion of gender norms and interrogating the near absence of Black women in academia. ...
2024-05-0752 minshahzad-ansari 3Speak PodcastExploring Karachi's Food Streets: The MOMO Quest and the Secret Chutney Recipehttps://3speak.tv/watch?v=shahzad-ansari/igrvzsbf This year, I explored Karachi's food streets and restaurants and guess what I found everywhere? MOMOs! Many people think MOMOs are Indian, but they're not. In reality, what we're enjoying in Karachi are steamed dumplings. Dumplings are a part of many countries' food cultures and go by different names. Poland has Pierogi, Japan has Gyoza, Korea has Mandu, Afghanistan has Mantu, and in Pakistan, Gilgit people enjoy dumplings called Mamdu. But MOMO is a symbol of Nepal and a famous street food there. Sadly, I couldn't find the real MOMO taste...
2023-10-0700 min
Diffused Congruence: The American Muslim ExperienceEpisode 139: What is Palliative Care and Its Implications? In discussion with Dr. Aziz Ansari and Omer MozaffarWe continue making our way through our Chicago recordings with a very special conversation about Palliative Care, a topic that is hardly discussed in the Muslim communities but can impact the lives of young and old alike within the community. Palliative care specifically deals with relieving serious health-related suffering, be it physical, psychological, social, or spiritual for patients with serious illness like cardiovascular disease, cancer, major organ failure, end-stage chronic illness, acute trauma, or extreme frailty related to old age. It includes pastoral considerations, and more broadly can have profound implications on legal matters such as Living wills and...
2023-09-231h 43The 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 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 17
Glasslab Podcast11: The Heritage Group Accelerator with Nida AnsariIn this episode, we talk with Nida Ansari from The Heritage Group and their Hard Tech Accelerator about how they support founders with resources and entrepreneurial mentors.Special Guest: Nida Ansari .
2023-01-0247 minshahzad-ansari 3Speak PodcastSaif-Ul-Wahab Ansari sharing his views on Iqbal Day 2022 | Stockholm | Iqbal Academy Scandinaviahttps://3speak.tv/watch?v=shahzad-ansari/hdwztuwb As a parent, it is natural to want the best for your children. And what could be better than seeing them follow in your footsteps? Iqbal Day is an annual event celebrating the life and work of eastern philosopher and poet Muhammad Iqbal. It is celebrated in many countries around the world, including Sweden. Last year, I had the honor of giving a speech at the Iqbal Day event in Stockholm. This year, my son made me proud by giving his own speech at the event.
Hearing...
2022-12-0400 minshahzad-ansari 3Speak PodcastStuffed Green Chills | Spiced Green Chili | Mirchi Fry Recipehttps://3speak.tv/watch?v=shahzad-ansari/rzrxofih One thing @nazneen-ansari had already told me is that she is not an expert in making Pakistani food. And she knew that I am very fond of food and drink. So some of my favorite food recipes she got from my mom.
Stuffed Fried Green Chili Recipe
Today I am sharing with you guys Stuffed Fried Green Chili Recipe.
Spiced Green Chili | Mirchi Fry Recipe | Stuffed Green Chilli Fry with detailed video recipe. A simple spicy stir fried green chili (hari mirch) based...
2022-09-1100 minshahzad-ansari 3Speak PodcastMy odd excursion near Stockholm | Alsgruvanhttps://3speak.tv/watch?v=shahzad-ansari/ueinibvy # Human Hibernation
For us, winter means human hibernation, I know practically it's not possible. But in our case can be said so. The days are short and it gets dark early in winter in Sweden. In such a climate, after a busy day, there is no energy that we get in summer. So summer in Sweden means festivals for us.
An old abandoned mine Alsgruvan
Before summer started this year, I had prepared a list of various odd places to visit. And the first name on...
2022-09-0500 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...
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#LawvelyS3Ep17: Freedom of ChoiceMany of us are familiar with feeling stuck in our situation. Whether it’s continuing to work in a job we loathe or attending a school that is making us unhappy, the accompanying feelings of guilt, judgment, and obligation can make us believe that we have no choice but to stick it out. By taking a step back and assessing the situation you may find that you have more freedom of choice available to you than you initially thought. This week on the show we unpack the concept of freedom of choice and how modern society can make us fe...
2021-12-2009 min#LawvelyS3Ep16: Decentralized Education and Ownership of Learning with Michael RobbinsToday’s guest believes in the power of technology to solve the problems we face as a society and he has devoted his career to using technology to make purpose-driven learning count. For the last five years, Michael Robbins has led District of Learning, a technology-enabled ecosystem for 'any time, anywhere' learning in Washington DC, an initiative from the MacArthur Foundation. He also has experience as a senior advisor for the Obama administration, where Michael led work for the US Department of Education and the White House in community engagement and digital transformation in education. He has advised and co...
2021-12-0647 min#LawvelyS3Ep15: Happy Stakeholders, Happy ShareholdersThe pursuit of happiness is a fundamental right guaranteed in the constitution and defined in the Declaration of Independence to freely pursue joy and live life in a way that makes you happy, as long as you act within the law. Consider rules as a frame to a painting, rather than a limitation on your freedom. Does that perspective change how you feel about rules? People make decisions for two reasons: it is either what the law requires of them, or it is what they want. People-first design is the most effective way to reach your goals. Human capital...
2021-11-2206 min#LawvelyS3Ep13: AI for HumanityThough change is scary, it is also inevitable. One of the things that is changing at a rapid rate is our workforce. We don’t work on machines anymore, we work with machines now. Whether we like it or not, all companies are becoming data companies and with this, there is a rise in privacy concerns, and public confidence is at an all-time low. How do we find balance? How do we find the center? Understanding our fundamental human rights in regard to AI is critical in understanding where we go from here. If you want to be a pa...
2021-10-2506 min#LawvelyS3Ep12: The Realization of Peace with Banafsheh AkhlaghiIn today’s episode of Lawvely, you’ll hear from Banafsheh Akhlaghi, a pioneering civil and human rights attorney, educator, bestselling author, and social entrepreneur. Banafsheh started her career as a professor of constitutional law at the John F Kennedy School of Law and went on to found the National Legal Sanctuary for Community Advancement (NLSCA), a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the human rights and dignity of Middle Eastern, Muslim, and South Asian people, which emerged as one of the leading advocates for human rights for those communities in the post-9/11 era. She has also worked as a cons...
2021-10-111h 06#LawvelyS3Ep11: Law 2.0: Solving problemsThe first step to overcoming any challenge is to understand what that challenge is. When it comes to dispute resolution, humans often get more caught up in who is at fault instead. Maybe when the world of collaboration was smaller, this helped narrow down the ‘why’ of the problem and highlight potential areas to investigate. The why of the problem, however, matters the most when we attempt to solve global human problems. This requires that both sides put their guard down and get their hands dirty in order to figure out the why and is the only way to solv...
2021-09-2111 min#LawvelyS2Ep10: Championing a Multicultural and Pluralist Future with Chama MechtalyIn order to build a better future for everyone, change is needed on many levels, starting with the narratives and assumptions that inform the laws and actions present in the world today. Here to talk about standing up for the oppressed, the need for a more nuanced understanding of identity, and why feminine energy should never be underestimated, is the amazing Chama Mechtaly! Chama is the founder and creative director of Moors and Saints, a Dubai-based jewelry business that produces ethical, handmade goods inspired by sacred Moorish architecture. Through her work, Chama is dedicated to promoting pluralism and female...
2021-09-131h 01#LawvelyS2Ep9: Honesty and Building TrustIn today's world, it can feel like honesty is an increasingly rare trait to come by. In order to build a better world, we need more trust in one another, which means we have to be honest. In today's episode, you will hear some important ground rules for being honest. From sharing your perspective to admitting when you are wrong, there are many things you can do to be an honest, genuine person. While it might not always be easy to be honest, it is always the right thing to do. Key Points F...
2021-07-1208 min#LawvelyS2Ep7: The Cost of Extremism and How to Find BalanceEveryone wants to find balance in life. But, it can feel near impossible to achieve. In reality, two forces create balance: opposition and balance itself. On today’s episode of Lawvely, we explore some powerful real-life examples of how extremism leads to imbalance. We chat about why opposition is a common theme across the globe and how it has grown into the preferred way of creating balance. A striking metaphor illustrates how to maintain balance and we talk about the cost of finding balance through opposition instead of creating it through balance. We land on the idea of...
2021-06-1508 min#LawvelyS2Ep6: Following Your Heart to Accomplish Your Dreams with Evelyn Uba, Esq.When today’s guest, Evelyn Uba, first migrated to the United States from Nigeria in 1983, she dreamed of one day finishing law school and becoming a lawyer. Nearly a decade of hard work and dedication later, she recently went viral when her daughter posted a video of her jumping for joy after passing her state's bar exam. The video received over 400,000 views on Twitter and, since becoming licensed, Evelyn now plans to work with criminal defense to help give a voice to low-income and marginalized communities and hopes to inspire others to keep pushing, even when times get tough an...
2021-06-021h 01#LawvelyS2Ep5: Curiosity and CreativityHey, all you Lawvely listeners! We are going through some strange and crazy times right now, with such an array of issues and problems facing us on so many levels. With all this going on it can be hard to maintain our practices of rest and reflection, but connecting with ourselves should be a priority for us all! All it takes for us to keep moving forward and transforming our lives for the better is to find small things that interest us and light our fire. Small ideas can become big dreams and these can become our reality; this...
2021-05-1710 min#LawvelyS2Ep4: Accessing the Energy of a Divine Feminine Leader with Cam KashaniToday we are continuing on the theme of the divine feminine and are extremely lucky to be joined by founder, award-winner, leadership coach, and inspirational speaker, Cam Kashani! Cam used to be known as the Godmother of Silicon Beach, and we get to hear all about her amazing journey, full of ups and downs, which ultimately is a great lesson and example of self-love and empowerment. These days Cam is fully focussed on the authentic empowerment of women, and she brings this deep-rooted passion to her work every day. She is also the mother of two wonderful twin boys...
2021-05-0354 min#LawvelyS2Ep3: Balancing the Feminine and MasculineLast week we had a great episode with Adele, where we spoke about conceptions of divine feminine power! We got into the history of the oppression of women along with feminine qualities in general, and why this has led to less emphasis being placed on emotions, creativity, and intuition. We see this reflected most strongly in the systems and structures of society, and these tend to be unadaptable and unadjustable. However, it seems that we, as people, are starting to realize the need for using creativity in all circumstances, and how balancing the logical with the intuitive can benefit...
2021-04-1907 min#LawvelyS2Ep2: Exploring the Power of the Divine Feminine with AdeleThis season of the show is all about women's rights and strong feminine energy! And to kick things off we have a wonderful friend and beautiful soul on the show. Adele is a massage therapist, Reiki master-teacher, medical assistant, healer, and psychology graduate! In her massage practice, she uses a holistic and intuitive approach to facilitate healing, and considers this work to be her dream job! We have a fascinating and illuminating conversation, getting into why change is always possible, the constant evolution of life, and the power each of us has to choose who we are. Adele sheds...
2021-04-061h 01#LawvelyS2Ep1: The Other Voice of IranWelcome to season 2 of the Lawvely podcast, which is devoted to honoring women’s rights, feminine energy, and achieving balance within ourselves and society. Today host Bahar Ansari revisits her award-winning article on women’s rights in Iran while adding insights that she’s gained since it was first published. As Bahar unpacks her article, she explores common misconceptions about the Middle-East. Listeners will hear about incredible Iranian human rights advocates like Esha Momeni and Shirin Ebadi while also learning about the discrimination that Iranian women face under the Iranian legal system. As she explains, she aims to confront stereo...
2021-03-2312 min#LawvelyEp 10: Holistic Fitness and Mental Clarity with Niko CrequatThere are intrinsic links between our physical health and how we show up in the different parts of our lives. Here to share his thoughts on implementing simple and life-changing healthy practices is the wonderful Niko Crequat! In our conversation, we dive deep into the important role that a healthy body plays in a strong mind, and Niko talks about the links between these aspects of human life. We also hear from our guest about his background in the corporate space, his earlier days in France, and how he transitioned into the wellness world to better suit his outlook...
2021-03-0854 min#LawvelyEp 09: Company Creation Done Right with Lisa YuToday we sit with Lisa Yu, a tech-whizz who knows how to create companies the right way. Lisa tells us that entrepreneurship is in her blood, and shares her story of, as an immigrant child, watching her parents create a business with no credit and few resources. Before she created her own businesses though, Lisa worked for some of the largest tech companies in the world and enjoyed a particularly enriching stint at Microsoft. She continues by sharing each of her professional experiences which ultimately led to the creation of her latest business: Dream Teamers. Following this, Lisa talks...
2021-02-2253 min#LawvelyEp 07: Falling in Love with Internet Law with Jess MiersToday on the Lawvely Podcast we welcome Jess Miers, a law student and national expert to talk about her expertise and opinions on the subject of internet laws and Section 230. More specifically, this relates to content moderation and free expression across spaces on the internet, and Jess really gives us an inside look at this important and burgeoning discourse. We get into the idea of technological methods for better content moderation, what online communities could possibly look like in the near future, and how, despite the policy and technology components, internet law relates mostly to human problems. Jess shares...
2021-01-2522 min#LawvelyEp 06: Change: Flowing and Building with the Seasons of LifeOn today’s episode, we are going to talk about change. In our world today, we are on the brink of immense change. The season of tradition is slowly changing, like leaves falling in the fall season. So too, our experience of life is also very seasonal; sometimes we simply do not know what to expect. But nevertheless, we prepare for the many possibilities and roads that life might take us on. When it comes to seasonal changes, if we get too rigid, this change becomes painful! It is certainly a human instinct to try and dominate nature and it...
2021-01-1106 min#LawvelyEp 05: Illuminating Immigration Law with Attorney Jacob SapochnickIt is most definitely an interesting point in the history of US immigration law and to shed some light on this subject, we are joined on the show by Jacob. Our guest has managed to turn his own journey with immigration into a career in the field, and after studying and interning, he turned the experience and the lessons he learned into the expertise that he now shares with his clients. We chat about this particular moment, why it might be a good time to think about a move to the United States, and also what it is like...
2020-12-2826 min#LawvelyEp 04: Learning the Law, Owning Your Femininity, and Prioritizing Your Health with Mika Newton (Part 2)Welcome to Part 2 of our interview with Mika Newton, Bahar’s first-ever client when she became a lawyer. In the last episode, we learned a bit about Mika, who has been a professional singer in the Ukraine since she was 15. After learning what brought her and Bahar together, and hearing about her experience of the law in the US, we found out about Mika’s cancer diagnosis just last year. In this episode, we talk a bit more about her journey with ovarian cancer, and Mika shares her experience of immigrating to the US and her advice for young crea...
2020-12-141h 04#LawvelyEp 03: Learning the Law, Owning Your Femininity, and Prioritizing Your Health with Mika NewtonOn the podcast today we are joined by Mika Newton, Bahar’s first-ever client when she became a lawyer. Mika has been a professional singer since she was 15 in the Ukraine and was a very popular artist in her home country. She then competed at the 2011 Eurovision Contest, in which 43 countries participated, and came in fourth out of 25 finalists. After her win and at the height of her career in Europe, she decided that she wanted to pursue her dream in the United States. While many advised against it, she followed her intuition to California and, since moving here, sh...
2020-12-0758 min#LawvelyEp 02: The Law of Happiness and Choosing LoveIs there a law of happiness that we might all be able to agree with? When we investigate the arc of human life, the one constant that we see is love, from the day we are born to the major events throughout our lives, and as we leave the world. So how do we maintain a focus on love and find ways to bring more and more of it into our everyday lives? In today's episode, Bahar offers plenty of food for thought and some very simple directives for pursuing happiness and choosing love whenever we have the chance...
2020-11-3011 min#LawvelyEp 01: My Lawvestory — Bridging the Gap Between Love and Law with CreativityWelcome to the #Lawvely podcast! This is the show where we bring you into the conversation about the synergy of love and law, with an emphasis on your happiness! To kick things off, Bahar shares her story; her roots and early years in Iran, her relocation to the US, and her path to her legal career. We are all surrounded by rules which govern our relationship to ourselves and others, they are vital to how we live our lives and achieve our dreams. Thus you have to have a grip on at least some laws in order to be...
2020-11-2321 min#LawvelyIntroducing the #Lawvely Podcast!We are so excited to announce this brand new show, presented by Bahar Ansari! After spending time contemplating the next direction for her life, Bahar has taken the time to reinvent herself and her business in accordance with her values and purpose. This has meant really striving to live and work in the most authentic way possible. It is so important for us all to define and pursue our happiness, and one of the central parts of this comes with an understanding of the law! In a time of so much change, with an unknown future, we are the...
2020-11-1602 minShaykh Ibrahim's PodcastSohbet - Lessons From the PandemicSend us a textA free-ranging spiritual discussion regarding what we learn and what we can apply in our New World of Sheltering in Place. Recorded July 12, 2020 by the Ansari Sufi Order of Australia.Salaam Alaykum, murids, seekers, curious and interested listeners,We appreciate you, and are happy to share our Sufi Message. Your donation will help support our Sufi Centre in Sydney where we offer Zikr, Sohbet, spiritual counselling and healing services. We believe the message should be free, but it costs equipment, rental, services, software and hardware to get this to y...
2020-07-1446 minDiffused Congruence: The American Muslim ExperienceEpisode 95: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf Joins Us to Talk Basketball, the National Anthem, BLM and moreCo-hosts Parvez Ahmed and Omar Ansari are joined by a very special guest, former NBA player, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, for an in-depth conversation covering his early days as a youth in Mississippi to his ascension to the NBA, his acceptance of Islam, the national anthem controversy, current events, and his future plans. Join us for this long-awaited conversation!
2020-07-081h 53Shaykh Ibrahim's PodcastEmotions and FeelingsSend us a textEmotions and FeelingsIbrahim ansariHey, how are you feeling today? Me? I’m feeling kind of nostalgic today.We talk about feelings all the time, but what is the difference between an emotion and a feeling? Well, I have my own idea about these concepts. I tend to think of feelings as a bank of meters, whose needles are gently swaying back and forth between strong and weak. “It’s warm; I feel sad; I feel nostalgic; she bugs me; I like him; this is a nice...
2020-05-2511 minShaykh Ibrahim's PodcastPropulsion on the Spiritual PathSend us a textPropulsion on the Spiritual PathIbrahim AnsariSometimes certain realizations or experiences propel us towards a spiritual path: You realize you know nothing, What you do know is so infinitesimal it will take just a minute to list them, you have no power - everything comes from somewhere else. And when you do try to do something… Your personal will gets in the way,\ You understand that this place is a school. You’ve learned a lot, now it is time to articulate the lessons and figure o...
2020-05-0911 minShaykh Ibrahim's PodcastHumans and ParadoxSend us a textWhat is a Human Being?Ibrahim AnsariIn Sufism we give the title Human Being to someone who is developing compassion, intelligence, patience and surrender.The seven maqams or Stages of Understanding map well the transitions a person makes to achieve a connection with their heart. The strata of comprehension cannot be accessed by the brain alone. Much of the knowledge must happen within the heart. The heart is where paradoxes are resolved.The Human Being is a matrix of paradoxes. First, there is the...
2020-05-0209 minDiffused Congruence: The American Muslim ExperienceEpisode 94: Bringing in (a very unique) Ramadan, with Shaykh Faraz RabbaniCo-hosts Parvez Ahmed and Omar Ansari are joined by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, founder of SeekersGuidance. They dive deep into what Ramadan will look like this year, given the stay at home orders, and Shaykh Faraz shares his thoughts on, among many things, how to take advantage of the month's blessing despite the disruption.
2020-04-251h 52Diffused Congruence: The American Muslim ExperienceEpisode 93: The Public Health Impact of COVID-19, Panel DiscussionCo-hosts Parvez Ahmed and Omar Ansari are joined by Dr. Umair Shah and Dr. Mir Alikhan in a discussion covering the public health impact of the coronavirus crisis.
Dr. Shah is Executive Director and Local Health Authority for Harris County Public Health (HCPH) – a nationally recognized $100 million agency serving the nation’s 3rd largest county (4.7 million).
Dr. Alikhan is a private practice pulmonary & critical care physician on staff at Houston Methodist West Hospital and Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital, where he also serves as Medical Director of the Respiratory Care Department.
2020-04-131h 09Diffused Congruence: The American Muslim ExperienceEpisode 92: Immigrant Stories, featuring Ahsan SyedJoin hosts Parvez Ahmed and Omar Ansari as they sit down with Ahsan Syed to hear about his journey from India to the United States half a century ago, and all the ups and downs that came with being an immigrant in America. This is the first in a series of episodes where we'll hear the stories of Muslim immigrants to the United States. Please note that this episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 crisis.
2020-04-091h 17Diffused Congruence: The American Muslim ExperienceEpisode 91: The Coronavirus CrisisJoin Parvez Ahmed and Omar Ansari as they catch up (virtually) from their homes in the bay area to discuss their experiences self-isolating and socially distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020-03-311h 22
The Doctor's Life3. The Kids Are Gone, Now What?--The Empty Nest with Dr. Toyin FalusiEmpty nesting isn't just a "syndrome"--it's a life changing event in so many ways! Dr. Dianne Ansari-Winn and Dr. Toyin Felusi are empty nesters and living on their own after their kids have gone to college. It is a positive time for kids, but can be a hard time for parents. There is so much in this episode--personal experiences and practical advice for parents who are going through this experience or know someone who is going through it. Dr. Dianne and Dr. Toyin, who have become great friends since they did their first podcast...
2020-02-141h 02Shaykh Ibrahim's PodcastOn Becoming Your True SelfSend us a textOn Becoming Your True Self Ibrahim Ansari To become your true self you will need tools, clarity on the objective, and perspectives on the big and little picture. Sufism is a well-developed system aimed at learning and knowing your Self. At this moment there are too many selves. Some you know, some you hide. In this case, we are looking for the one connected to the Universe, Allah, God, Truth, Ultimate Reality, Divine, Buddha —- whatever you call the feeling of Connection. We need s...
2020-01-3112 min
Diffused Congruence: The American Muslim ExperienceEpisode 89: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker ConversationHappy New Year! Diffused Congruence celebrates 2020 by taking a look at the latest film in the storied Star Wars saga with special guest Omar Ansari for a deep dive into the close of this latest trilogy. Listen as Zaki, Parvez, and Omar discuss what they liked, what they didn't, and just generally geek out over their shared love for this beloved franchise. Plus: An announcement about the future of the show! Check it all out via the embed below (or via iTunes or Stitcher). As always, please hit "like" on our Facebook page, and send any comments or questions to Di...
2020-01-011h 49The Doctor's LifeSelf-Coaching 101 Part 1 of 5Have you wondered what coaching is about? Have you had a goal that you wanted to reach or something that you want to change in your life but really didn't have a systematic way to do so? Today Dr. Ansari-Winn discusses what coaching is, what coaching is not, and gives you a model of coaching which you can easily use to self-coach. You can reach Dr. Ansari-Winn at www.drdianne.com or on social media at @drdiannemd.
2019-12-0813 minShaykh Ibrahim's PodcastThe Trouble with Religion (part 1)Send us a textThe Trouble with Religion Ibrahim ansariThese are strange times for those of us who are drawn to the spiritual element. Probably somewhere along the line we tasted the divine; and since that moment its splendor and radiance always outshines all the other distractions. We decided to do everything in our power for just another sip. That is when we discover that things get complicated when people get involved. Power- whether it is knowledge, money, fame or position- corrupts. Always, unless checked by...
2019-04-0411 minShaykh Ibrahim's PodcastFeeling stuck?Send us a textFeeling Stuck?By shaykh ibrahim Ansari It’s only natural to feel stuck at certain times in our life. Why? Well, if you’re like me, we like to keep learning and growing. To keep growing means to enter unknown areas, and learn about them, and map and explore them. Most people fear the unknown. But artists and sufis enjoy the frisson of fear, the thrill of coming across an unexplored realm within. The other part of growing means to let go of t...
2018-11-2006 minShaykh Ibrahim's PodcastThe Shaykh: Part 2Send us a textWhy a Shaykh?By Ibrahim AnsariThe shaykh is your soul’s gardener. S/he takes you from where you are right now, and uses your inner materials as fertilizer to grow your heart. Parts of you (the garden) need weeding; some need hoeing, planting, and landscaping. The shaykh represents your highest potential. By learning to trust in the shaykh as a guide, you begin the process of unifying yourself. On a personal basis, the shaykh goes within you, sees the distinction between yourself and your True self, and he...
2018-11-1615 minThe Doctor's LifeEntrepreneurship and Running a Coaching Practice--The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly with Katrina Ubell, MDIn this episode of The Doctor’s Life podcast, host Dr. Dianne Ansari-Winn sits down with Dr. Katrina Ubell for a continued discussion on the topic of entrepreneurship, what it looks like to have a successful coaching practice and how to successfully transition out of full-time clinical medicine. In this continuation of their prior conversation Dr. Dianne and Dr. Katrina discuss what it looked like for each of them to finally transition from clinical medicine to an entrepreneurial endeavor in coaching. While part 1 of their discussion looked at the steps and process it will likely take to make the de...
2018-10-0559 minThe Doctor's LifeSuccess! in a Non-Clinical Medical Career with Dr. Katrina UbellIn this episode of The Doctor’s Life podcast, host Dr. Dianne Ansari-Winn sits down with Dr. Katrina Ubell for an interesting discussion on how to approach making the decision to either leave or stay in the field of clinical medicine, and the individual journeys that led to them each leaving behind their calling as traditional physicians to become full-time life coaches. Dr. Katrina is a pediatrician and a certified life and weight loss coach who helps others through her program Weight Loss for Busy Physicians. Through this conversation, Dr. Dianne and Dr. Katrina build on their own experiences to...
2018-09-211h 30The Doctor's LifeThe Solution for Loneliness in Physicians with Aparna Iyer, MDIn this episode of The Doctor’s Life podcast, host Dr. Dianne Ansari-Winn sits down with Dr. Aparna Iyer to talk about the issue of loneliness in physicians. Dr. Aparna is a board-certified psychiatrist and adjunct assistant professor at the University of Texas Southwest Medical Center. Dr. Aparna specializes in physician wellness, perinatal mental health, and integrative psychiatry. In this conversation, Dr. Dianne and Dr. Aparna define loneliness and the severity of its effects, talk about how loneliness is uniquely difficult for physicians to overcome, and provide action steps to fight through loneliness for ultimate physician wellness. To...
2018-09-0733 minThe Doctor's LifeHow To Recover When Your Medical License Is Revoked: Licensed to Live with Dr. Jarret PattonIn today's episode, Dr. Ansari-Winn's guest is Dr. Jarret Patton, MD, pediatrician, coach, and the founder and CEO of DoctorJarret, PLLC, a coaching and consulting firm which helps educate, enlighten, and improve healthcare. Dr. Patton is the bestselling author of the book Licensed to Live, which is based on his own experience with having his world turned upside down after a false accusation from a patient's mother. He discusses his experience and how he turned his life around from uncertainty to creating his coaching and consulting firm, and writing 2 books, Licensed to Live and Whose...
2018-05-1830 minThe Doctor's LifeThe Joy of Burnout: Dr. Dina GloubermanDina Glouberman, PhD and Dianne Ansari-Winn, MD discuss how we become burned out, why burnout is always your teacher, the symptoms of burnout and what burnout is is telling you, and why using imagery is a great way to communicate with your truest self. Dr. Glouberman is the author of three books including The Joy of Burnout (which Dr. Ansari-Winn read many times in her journey from burnout) as well as the creator of Imagework, a groundbreaking way of using imagery to connect with one's deepest self.
2017-02-1834 min