Shows
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Omar KhamissaWelcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Omar Khamissa, Chief Mobilization Officer at National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM).Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.
2026-01-0653 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Mulla Ali FadhilWelcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Mulla Ali Fadhil.Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.
2025-12-021h 16
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Sheikh Abdul Mateen Charbonneau and Sheikh Saed Kulayni - 2nd Chance BooksWelcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Sheikh Abdul Mateen Charbonneau and Sheikh Saed Kulayni of 2nd Chance Books. Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.
2025-11-041h 23
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Ali Hassanali - Al Ayn Social Care Foundation USAWelcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Ali Hassanali, CEO of Al Ayn Social Care Foundation USA. Show notes: https://youtu.be/vXxhotGvp7whttps://youtu.be/PVZIZCj_5KwPlease note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.
2025-10-0840 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Ali Hassanali - Al Ayn Social Care Foundation USAShow notes: Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Ali Hassanali of Al Ayn Social Care Foundation USA.Some links: https://youtu.be/PVZIZCj_5Kwhttps://youtu.be/vXxhotGvp7wPlease note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.
2025-10-0644 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Rahat Husain - Shia Muslim FoundationWelcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Rahat Husain of Shia Muslim Foundation. Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.
2025-05-0259 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Sh Hasnayn Kassamali Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Sh Hasnayn Kassamali of Toronto
2025-03-0354 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Abbas BandaliWelcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Abbas Bandali, from Austin, Texas.
2025-02-0146 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastAn Interview with Hussein WaljiSukoon is being reimagined! Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community. Introducing Al Haj Hussein Walji, from Minnesota as our first guest!
2024-11-0445 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Eight - with Neil NasserJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Neil Nasser.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2024-07-0158 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Seven - with Marzia HassanJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Marzia Hassan. TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2024-06-0459 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Six - with Dr. Hasnain WaljiJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Hasnain Walji.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2024-05-011h 08
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastSpecial Episode featuring Sayed Ammar NakshawaniJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Sayed Ammar NakshawaniTW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisis, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2024-03-161h 01
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastLive at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference - Dr. Sayed Moustafa QazwiniJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Sayed Moustafa Qazwini, live at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference in Chicago, IL.Dr. Sayed Moustafa Qazwini is the Founding Imam of the Islamic Educational Center of Orange County and Founding President of the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California. He is a graduate of the Islamic seminary of Qum and holds a PhD in Islamic Studies from UK. Dr. al-Qazwini’s associations include being one of the founding members of the council of Shia Muslim Scholars of...
2024-03-011h 02
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastLive at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference - Sayyed Hassan Ali RizviJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sayyed Hassan Ali Rizvi, live at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference in Chicago, IL. Sayyed Hassan Ali Rizvi was born & raised in NJ. He attended Rutgers College, NJ and graduated in 2007, with his BA in Political Science and his minor in Computer ScienceWhile in college, he focused his studies on politics and religion in the Middle East and the Islamic World. He studied subjects such as Islamic Jurisprudence, Arab-Israeli Conflict, Democracy & Reform in Post-Revolutionary Iran, American Foreign P...
2024-02-2439 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastLive at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference - Br. Caleb CarterJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh live at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference in Chicago, IL. Dr. Zalzaleh is the head of the Board of Trustees of the Muslim Group of USA and Canada.Recorded on December 24, 2023.This special podcast is one of four live episodes recorded during the Conference.Learn more about the Muslim Group here: https://events.themuslimgroup.orgFollow them on instagram @muslimgroupDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in...
2024-02-0530 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastLive at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference - Dr. Ghassan ZalzalehJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh live at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference in Chicago, IL. Dr. Zalzaleh is the head of the Board of Trustees of the Muslim Group of USA and Canada. Recorded on December 24, 2023. This special podcast is one of four live episodes recorded during the Conference.Learn more about the Muslim Group here: https://events.themuslimgroup.orgFollow them on instagram @muslimgroupDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in...
2024-01-1517 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Nine - with Sayyid Sameer AliJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sayyid Sameer Ali.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2023-11-2444 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Eight - with Sheikh Nabil AwanJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sheikh Nabil Awan.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2023-10-031h 02
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Seven - with Sayed Ali Abbas RazawiJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Sayed Ali Abbas Razawi.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2023-08-3155 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Six - with Sheikh Dr. Faiyaz JafferJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sheikh Dr. Faiyaz Jaffer.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2023-07-0455 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastSPECIAL EPISODE - Episode Five - with Sheikh Bilal HussainJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sheikh Bilal Hussain, live from our 2023 Annual NASIMCO Conference at Al Mahdi Center, SIJNY, in Hicksville, New York. TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2023-05-2641 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Four - with Farwah SheikhJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Farwah Sheikh. You can find her on TikTok @farwahwasheikh.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2023-04-2857 min
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Three - with The Rogue MuslimJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, The Rogue Muslim. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @theroguemuslimTW: Please note, this episode contains themes of suicide, depression, and other potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in criss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.
2023-03-311h 08
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode Two - with Hussein ChararaJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Hussein Charara.Hussein Charara is Licensed practitioner in CBT. In his practice he deals with topics including marriage, mental health, drug and substance abuse. Br. Hussain is a renowned Islamic speaker and teacher, and co-founder of Wise Academy, with two schools in Dearborn, Michigan and Orlando, Florida, both private, college-prep schools. Br. Hussein also hosts Camp Taha, the only Muslim-owned summer camp in North America.TW: Please note, this episode contains themes of sexual violence, domestic violence...
2023-02-241h 04
Sukoon - A NASIMCO PodcastEpisode One - with Anisa DiabJoin us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our first guest, Anisa Diab.Anisa Diab earned her Master's degree in Community Counseling from The University of Scranton with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Salisbury University. She is a Faith-Based Mental Health Professional and National Certified Counselor. Anisa is also a national speaker on Muslim mental wellness, mental health stigma, suicide prevention, and Islamophobia among others.Previously, Anisa worked as a therapist at various campus counselling centres. She was also Coordinator from the STAND4YOU suicide prevention program at Salisbury University's Counseling...
2023-01-2658 min
Jumping Off the Ivory Tower with Prof JulieMacThe Courage Of Your ConvictionsToday’s episode features an extraordinary advocate for LGBTQ rights in the Muslim community, Siddika Jessa. In 2017, Siddika was the Secretary General of the Organisation of North American Shia Ithna-Asheri Muslim Communities (NASIMCO), holding a global leadership position unique for a woman. Then her son Ali Reza married his same-sex partner, Paul, in a summer wedding in Vancouver, and the proverbial s*** hit the fan… Siddika’s amazing story of principle, insight and courage is told in her conversation with Julie, followed by some reflections from Siddika’s other son, Khalil (whom avid JOTIT listeners might remember from our first season...
2019-04-0935 min
uMentor Talk ShowSameer Ladha - Attorney/Associate Director, Bioethics; Salma Jaffer - Teacher (November 10, 2018)Sameer Ladha:
Sameer was born in Songea, Tanzania, grew up in London, England, and in New Jersey, USA. He is an attorney by profession, has worked at the United Nations, and in corporate law in the areas of corporate finance, project finance and mergers and acquisitions, in both New York and London. He subsequently pursued an MS in Bioethics, a field where his interests in law, medicine, ethics, public policy and religion converge. He is currently the Associate Director of the graduate program in Bioethics at Columbia University, teaches in the program, and is particularly interested in Islam’s evolving di...
2018-11-121h 02