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Studio DiariesEP 32 - A Kinder SoulI went back to my old journals and saw why my soul was so scarred and now I am sitting in a kinder more loving spirit2025-04-2235 min
Studio DiariesEP 31- Silenced By ShameI've been exploring the impacts of shame on myself and my community. It revealed to me some really sad truths but it is only in recognizing the problem that we can begin to fix it. 2025-04-2120 min
Studio DiariesEp 30 - SettledSo 2025 is here. I have been kinda too shy to post for the end of 2024. Here is a rant to make sure I get it in before the deadline. I loved growing this year. 2025-01-0123 min
Studio DiariesEP 28 - Ritual of ClosureI noticed that whenever I’m close to the finish line, I have this innate feeling to stop myself, even when the task isn’t overwhelming. It’s as if progressing to the end becomes something I don’t want.2024-12-0911 min
Studio DiariesEP 27 - GuaranteedSYRIA IS FREEE!! No matter how impossible victory might look, Allah has guaranteed the victory of those who are on the right Path. May Allah keep us steadfast! 2024-12-0925 min
Studio DiariesEP 26 - Peace in PeaceI have always prided myself on being at peace in chaos. I am also uncovering that being at peace in peace is a surprising challenge. There is an incessant need to go back to the chaos. 2024-12-0819 min
Studio DiariesEP 25- Perspective"To Allah ˹alone˺ belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. And Allah is sufficient as a Trustee of Affairs."Quran 4:1322024-12-0422 min
Studio DiariesEP 24 - Favorite LanguageAn audio journal from my visit to the talented Mohamed Hersi’s exhibition, Tides of Tribulations. Art is my favorite language.Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/originalroyalrefugee/ 2024-12-0423 min
Studio DiariesEP 23 - Love Ave.When you feel fear, anxiety, and uncertainty, it is an avenue to Allah's Love. "It is out of Allah’s mercy that you ˹O Prophet˺ have been lenient with them. Had you been cruel or hard-hearted, they would have certainly abandoned you. So pardon them, ask Allah’s forgiveness for them, and consult with them in ˹conducting˺ matters. Once you make a decision, put your trust in Allah. Surely Allah loves those who trust in Him."Quran 3:1592024-12-0314 min
Studio DiariesEP 22 - The French TeacherI had the pleasure of interviewing Fran the French Teacher, and he graciously shared a glimpse into his world. With openness and warmth, he talks about his passion for teaching, the beauty of language, and what keeps him inspired.2024-12-0310 min
Studio DiariesEP 21 - DiligentDiligence felt exhausting to me until I changed my perspective 2024-12-0214 min
Studio DiariesEp 20 - Movie FriendAs the sun rose over the riverbank, I lounged next to one of my favorite souls, watching birds migrate across the sky.Then she turned to me with a smile and said, “Muna, you are a movie friend.” Her words lingered; it wasn't the first time she had said it. I couldn’t help but ask, “What do you mean by ‘movie friend’?”Cover Photo - Kaamil A. Haider Produced by - Muna Scekomar 2024-11-2514 min
Studio DiariesEP 19 - PrintmakingThrough a random workshop, I gained access to a new magical world called printmaking. This is us going through the gallery itself. A collection of submissions from all over the world. this is definitely not the first time I will be talking about this. I am mind-blown.Check it out at Highpoint Center for printmaking on Lake St. 2024-09-3007 min
Studio DiariesEP 18 - Fishing & LoveRan into some fishers and had to stop. One day, I will get my license and be a part of this lifestyle. Tiger taught me to fish. 2024-09-2619 min
Studio DiariesEP 17 - Seek Comfort in Patience & PrayerI realized I broke my own heart by constantly breaking promises to myself. Forgiving myself is a must to move on. Holding on to Laa Hawla wa laa qwwata illa billaah.2024-09-2309 min
Studio DiariesEP 16 - "I HATE MYSELF"my brain throws a million thoughts at me the minute I wake up. Just making sure the bad ones get sorted out before they plant their seeds in my day. 2024-09-1911 min
Studio DiariesEP 15- Don't Say F*ck ItI promise you the joy at the end of this journey is not a lie. It is not a figment of your imagination. It is very much real. and you have every chance to get there.Host: Muna ScekomarProduced by Muna ScekomarCover Photo: Kaamil Haider2024-09-0206 min
Studio DiariesEP 14- Cringe and EUGHWhy does it feel cringe when people believe in us? Studio conversations with a fellow artist prepping for my first exhibition. Enjoy!Host: Muna ScekomarProduced by Muna ScekomarCover Photo: Kaamil Haider2024-08-2952 min
Studio DiariesEP 13: Sun on the HorizonFeeling a little air fill my lunges. Every step forward won't be suffocating forever. You will feel better. That's just the law of Allah. No one who runs towards Allah is ever disappointed.Host: Muna ScekomarProduced by Muna ScekomarCover Photo: Kaamil Haider2024-08-2714 min
Studio DiariesEP12 - NeuroSpicy?I've been observing myself and my behaviors with a telescope these days. Most days, it feels like I am making no progress, other days it's easier to see the bigger picture. The itch to take everything I said in this episode and craft it into separate stories is killing me. I really didn't want to post this episode but in honor of the mission of the podcast, I must push through. Enjoy!Host: Muna ScekomarProduced by Muna ScekomarCover Photo: Kaamil Haider2024-08-1920 min
Studio DiariesEP 11 - Lifestyle ChangesTo do List: Build a filteration systemMaintain a Quran systemDon't live in a colonial ProjectLifetime Task: Don't live with a brick for a heartHost: Muna ScekomarProduced by Muna ScekomarCover Photo: Kaamil Haider2024-07-3019 min
Studio DiariesEP 10 - Power ThirstA tough week derailed my plans but Allah is the best of planners. Welcome to a rollercoaster of my thoughts on a sick day. A little reflection and a lil QuranHost: Muna ScekomarProduced by Muna ScekomarCover Photo: Kaamil Haider2024-07-2510 min
Studio DiariesEP 9 - A Love Like His. If love came in the form of a person, it would be the Prophet Mohamed peace be upon him.Host: Muna ScekomarProduced by: Muna ScekomarCover Image: Kaamil Haider2024-07-2214 min
Studio DiariesEP 8 - The Revolution Will Not Be TelevisedAs Americans, we are the bank accounts for the genocide. Our money is funneled by systems the rich has built. We fight each other over who should be the love island winner while someone makes decisions for us. We can't change the whole world but we can start with ourselves. So I invite you to pick up "The Hundred years' war on Palestine" by Rashid Khalidi and read a chapter with me every Thursday. Reading is the key to knowledge and freedom. Let's free ourselves and use the power the lays with in us to change the...2024-07-1821 min
Studio DiariesEP 7 - Simple and DeepComing back, easing in, and learning to love the way of Allah. What are you working through? Let me know in the comments. CC available on YT @MUNAPRODUCTIONSBest Candle Company in the World. https://www.nabadcandles.com/ Host: Muna Scekomar Produced by Muna Scekomar Cover Image by Kaamil Haider2024-07-1519 min
Studio DiariesEP 6 - Stuck in a Rip CurrentChange feels so overwhelming sometimes that I fear I might drown. It reminds me of swimming against a rip current.Donate to Support families in Sudan: https://araha.org/donate/CC: On YoutubeCover Photo - Kaamil A. HaiderProduced by - Muna ScekomarVoice - Muna Scekomar2024-03-1905 min
Studio DiariesEP 5 - Love PoemI found true love hidden in plain sight. CC: on Youtube. Cover Photo- Kaamil A. HaiderVoice - Muna Scekomar Produced by - Muna Scekomar 2024-03-1510 min
Studio DiariesEP 4 - Trust FallRamadan Mubarak!Shaytaan is in chains so it's time to purge his disgusting and limiting views. Time to start fresh and new with the Quran as our center. And always keep making duaa for our brothers and sisters around the world Especially in GazaCC: On YoutubeCover Photo - Kaamil A. Haider Produced by - Muna Scekomar Voice - Muna Scekomar2024-03-1004 min
Studio DiariesEP 3 - Vision BoardAnyone feel like the year is still starting even though we are in March? Here is the crazy plan for this year. Let's see how much we can accomplish. CC: on YoutubeCover Photo - Kaamil A. Haider Produced by - Muna Scekomar Voice - Muna Scekomar2024-03-0915 min
Studio DiariesEP 2 - Runner's HighDo you have a demon called procrastination too? CC on YoutubeCover Photo - Kaamil A. Haider Produced by - Muna Scekomar Voice - Muna Scekomar2024-03-0908 min
Studio DiariesEP 1 - Attractive ChainsWhy do our shackles feel more attractive than freedom?CC: On YoutubeCover Photo - Kaamil A. Haider Produced by - Muna Scekomar Voice - Muna Scekomar2024-03-0906 min
Studio DiariesPre.et's get naked about all the things we hide. This series is as chaotic as life and as real as it gets. Welcome to Studio diaries. Captions: Available on YT Cover Photo - Kaamil A. Haider Produced by - Muna Scekomar Voice - Muna Scekomar2024-03-0900 min
The Digital SisterhoodStepping Into The LightSEASON 3 EPISODE 4 - Stepping in to the lightWhen Cadar stumbles across an article featuring today's guest Shazrina binti Azman also known as Mizz Nina , she was so compelled by her story and that she set out to ask the former pop star why she decided to step away from the lime light and in to the noor of Islam.——Our first sponsor today is @LyraSwim , a brand that cares about how women feel without compromising on looking and feeling good, a brand that reflects the beliefs and values of women from all walk...2023-05-091h 10
The Digital SisterhoodHolding onto Hope - Part 2SEASON 3 EPISODE 3 - Holding on to Hope | Part Two In part two, Cadar digs deeper into Aj’s story after finding something on her LinkedIn page that gave Cadar more questions about AJ’s story than she initially did before. And what she found was much much much deeper than she expected.——Our first sponsor today is East Qasil, a natural ingredient and nourishing powder with deep cleansing properties that hydrates and softens your skin for a bright glow. Get exclusive discounts and insider...2023-04-171h 01
The Digital SisterhoodHolding onto HopeSEASON 3 EPISODE 2 - Holding on to HopeWhen Cadar gets a tip about a rumor that Sahih International, one of the most widely read translation of the Quran, was published and translated by the three white revert American women. She went into investigative mode, rolled up her sleeves and went digging to verify the rumors.——Our first sponsor today is East Qasil, a natural ingredient and nourishing powder with deep cleansing properties that hydrates and softens your skin for a bright glow. Get exclusive discounts and in...2023-03-3157 min
The Digital SisterhoodHad I Known…Have you ever asked yourself, "am I worthy to make duaa to Allah?" "how can a 'bad' muslim ask Allah for anything?"Those questions constantly haunted Cadar's mind until one day she decided to take a chance and step into the power of duaa. The story that followed was the most dramatic love story to ever be told, which left her repeating "Had I known..."This episode is sponsored by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, Head to hhrd.org/tds to donate and find out more about the cause2023-03-241h 05
The Digital SisterhoodRacism and All Its Friends, Vol 2.Content Warning: Death, Hospital, COVID-19As the deadly virus COVID-19 began to spread across the world, Respiratory therapists were pushed to the frontlines. While hospitals were meant to be a safe haven for all, Yasmin became painfully aware of demon lurking in the shadows, ready to sacrifice anyone not holding a privilege card . As Yasmin begins to enlist the help of her closest friend Urji and other healthcare workers to save families and patients from falling through the cracks, she finds herself caught and needing to be saved too.Mawadda Disposable Hijab launches Monday, NOV 7...2022-11-051h 33
The Digital SisterhoodRacism And All Its Friends, Vol.1In the comic book “Racism and all its friends, Vol.1" Yasmin, a soft-spoken introvert, is challenged by an assembled ancient league of evil, popularly known as racism in the medical field. Although Yasmin was not the archetype hero everyone expected, she manages to unleash the dormant power laying within, making her the greatest kind of hero to ever was.This Week's sponsor is ACC or A Continuous Charity: an organization with a mission to to promote the spiritual and intellectual development of Muslims throughout North America by providing interest-free loans for higher education.They have la...2022-10-071h 23
The Digital SisterhoodHer Name is HanaContent Warning: SuicideAt the age of 14, Amal's move to Toronto taught her that home is not a place but a person. The word Hooyo (mom) comes from the root word Hooy which means Home. But what happens when that home is temporary?Taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health.Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours in...2022-09-181h 44
The Digital SisterhoodRemember My WasiyyahMariama's love of Arabic as a young adult led her to become a student of knowledge in Egypt. Along the way, she realizes that this journey was nothing like she expected it to be.This week we've partnered up with Salaams App:If you are searching for a Muslim partner who shares your values and core beliefs, or maybe you have recently moved to a new city and are in search of Muslimahs in your vicinity to connect with, then Salams is the app for you!With over 3.5 million Muslims signed up globally...2022-09-111h 27
The Digital SisterhoodThe Impartial Judge | Al-HakeemTrusting the wisdom of Allah is difficult when our hearts are clouded by arrogance. After searching for equality everywhere, Asma, a former public policy major, learns that true justice can only come from Al-HakeemThis week we've partnered up with Rabata: Ribaat is an online academic program that offers courses in Islamic Sciences, Arabic language, and Tajwid of the Holy Quran to women around the world. The program provides Muslim women with a solid foundation through a comprehensive curriculum covering the full range of traditional Islamic Sciences. The aim of the program is to graduate...2022-08-141h 03
The Digital SisterhoodNiqaabi's Tell All | Part TwoIn part two, Cadar, Yusra, Fatima, and Ismahaan continue the legendary conversation. They dive into topics such as stereotypes, marriage, twitter comments, and many more with hilarity, depth and eloquence.Buy your tickets for the Growth Conference, happening July 16-17 in Minnesota: https://growthconferencemn.com/growth-conference1621556280926Join our Eid Celebration in New Jersey on July 23rd: https://almabyrahma.com/products/eid-celebration-with-tdsFinally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many ho...2022-07-011h 32
The Digital SisterhoodNiqaabi's Tell All | Part OneIn this week's episode, Cadar invites some of her favorite people in the world to have a long overdue conversation. Over the years, we've witnessed everyone and their mamas share their opinions on the Niqaab but now it's time to return the mic where it belongs.Buy your tickets for the Growth Conference, happening July 16-17 in Minnesota: https://growthconferencemn.com/growth-conference1621556280926Join our Eid Celebration in New Jersey on July 23rd: https://almabyrahma.com/products/eid-celebration-with-tdsFinally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however mu...2022-07-011h 23
The Digital SisterhoodMama, I Can See You Now | Part TwoIn Part Two, Alex's grief snowballs into something much much different, and her troubles continue to mount. But in the midst of those darkest moments, she realizes that she was the light she needed all along.NOW LIVE STREAMING ON ALL PODCAST PLATFORMS! 🎉✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoExecutive Producer/ Editor: Muna ScekomarRecording Engineer: Jonathan LilloGraph...2022-06-1357 min
The Digital SisterhoodMama, I Can See You Now | Part OneAfter losing her mother, Alex Fox, a software engineer and a tech founder, finds herself navigating a world in which her mind becomes her own worst enemy.If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studio...2022-05-281h 09
The Digital SisterhoodI Loved Life Because I Lived It With YouThis week Cadar invites Hanan's Corner, an iconic digital artist and personal friend to share her journey through Love, Loss and Legacy.If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Stu...2022-05-211h 37
The Digital SisterhoodWhere's The Ease? | Part TwoIn part two, Nura and her siblings find themselves trying to fight their father's plan to take custody of their mother. In end, Nura learns that the ease that was promised was with her all along.This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light StudiosRecorded at MH Studios TorontoExecutive Producer is Muna ScekomarRecording Engineer is Jonathan LilloPodcast intern in Nima HarunGraphic Designer SIMA Aka Wasima FarahOur project manager is Yasmin MohamudOur Marketing extraordinaire is Sawsan...2022-05-1447 min
The Digital SisterhoodNisa Homes | The Phoenix That Rises From The AshesThis week, we sit down with five amazing individuals from Nisa Homes, a not-for-profit charity that provides a safe haven and support services for women, who are fleeing domestic violence, poverty or seeking asylum. In this beautiful special, they share with us of the story of what it means to truly heal together.Special Thanks to Nisa Homes for this beautiful episode.To donate and support Nisa Homes: Visit https://nisahomes.com/This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light StudiosRecorded at MH Studios TorontoExecutive Producer...2022-04-291h 46
The Digital SisterhoodWhere's The Ease? | Part OneAfter her mother experiences a devastating stroke, Nura finds herself facing a mountain of hardship that leaves her questioning… Where’s the ease?For part two, help us reach our fundraising goals for our two Charity campaigns:First Campaign:The Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Helping Hand for Relief and Development to sponsor a Skills Development and Livelihood Center in Madogo, Kenya for women and youth living in poverty.Skills trainings empowers beneficiaries to take charge of their own lives with dignity and determination.Our goal is to sponsor 138 stud...2022-04-231h 06
The Digital SisterhoodQariah: The Women Quran Reciters AppUstadah Maryam, a lover and student of the Quran, shares her journey in creating Qariah; An app that contains recitations of female Quran reciters from around the globe.Download Qariah. Now available on Apple and Google Play.The Quran Recitation is by Sheikha Mabrooka recorded in 1911This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoExecutive Producer: Muna ScekomarRecording Engineer: Jonathan LilloPodcast intern: Nima HarunGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin Mohamud2022-04-151h 18
The Digital SisterhoodThe ExchangeReda Khan is a French teacher who finds herself struggling when the paths of her career and her religion are torn apart.This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios. Recorded at MH Studios TorontoExecutive Producer: Muna ScekomarRecording Engineer: Jonathan LilloPodcast intern: Nima HarunGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin MohamudMarketing Manager: Sawsan AbdillahiThe Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Helping Hand for Relief and Development to sponsor a Skills Development and Livelihood Center in Madogo...2022-04-081h 23
The Digital SisterhoodYou Can't Love What You Don't KnowBismillah.As our legendary saying goes, we're back in your ear and in your speakers telling you a good story! We kick off this season with Cadar reflecting on her journey in uncovering what love truly really means. Enjoy!✨ALSO, If you feel like this episode (or podcast) has added value to your life, please donate what you can. If you can’t, keeping us in your duaas is thanks enough!—CREDITS:Cover Digital Artist: @hananscornerAnimation by: Wasima Farah (vvsima)Production: @BeautifulightstudiosEditor/Producer: Muna S...2022-04-011h 00