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Muted in MedicineE36: Medical Child Abuse-An Uncomfortable Diagnosis(w/ Dr Rebecca Gill)In this conversation, Dr. Rebecca Gill, a pediatric hospitalist and expert in medical child abuse, discusses with host Dr Saba Fatima, the complexities of diagnosing and managing cases of Munchausen by proxy. She emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary teamwork, effective communication with families, and the emotional toll that such cases can take on healthcare providers. Dr. Gill shares her personal journey into this niche field, the challenges of identifying early red flags, and the significance of documentation in protecting both the child and the medical team. The conversation highlights the need for compassion, understanding, and collaboration in addressing these...
2026-01-281h 02Muted in MedicineE35: The Hidden Cost of Racism in Medicine – A Conversation with Dr. Pamela BuchananIn this enlightening conversation, Dr. Pamela Buchanan shares with host Dr Saba Fatima her experiences and insights on the intersection of race and healthcare. She discusses the impact of racism on patient care, the importance of recognizing and addressing implicit biases, and the need for culturally competent care. Dr. Buchanan emphasizes the significance of listening to patients, advocating for their needs, and the challenges faced by healthcare providers of color. She also highlights the importance of mental health and self-care for physicians, particularly in the face of systemic racism and burnout. The conversation concludes with a call for systemic c...
2026-01-1340 minMuted in MedicineE34: What We Carry — How Shame Shapes Our Identity In Healthcare(w/Dr Will Bynum)In this episode of Muted in Medicine, host Saba Fatima speaks with Dr. Will Bynum about the pervasive issue of shame in the medical field. Dr. Bynum shares his personal journey with shame stemming from a medical error during his residency, highlighting the emotional turmoil and isolation that often accompanies such experiences. The conversation delves into the cultural factors that perpetuate shame in healthcare, including perfectionism and the stigma surrounding vulnerability. Dr. Bynum emphasizes the need for open discussions about shame and the importance of creating supportive environments in medical education and practice. The episode concludes with reflections on...
2025-12-301h 03Muted in MedicineE33:Silence to Action-The Essential Role of Physicians in Healthcare Advocacy(w/Dr Jennifer Cowart) In this episode of Muted in Medicine, Host Dr. Saba Fatima speaks with Dr. Jennifer Cowart about the critical role of advocacy in healthcare. They discuss the importance of physician advocacy, the barriers that prevent doctors from engaging in advocacy, and how physicians can get involved at local, state, and federal levels. Dr. Cowart shares her experiences with current healthcare issues, including rural access to care, food insecurity, and the impact of Medicaid cuts. The conversation also highlights the challenges posed by prior authorization processes in patient care, emphasizing the need for greater transparency and advocacy in the healthcare sy...
2025-12-0957 min
Leaders Creating RukusSaba FatimaThis week, Aashi Arora sat down with Dr. Saba Fatima, a pediatric hospitalist, researcher, writer, and creator of Muted in Medicine, for a conversation about identity, grief, belonging, and the hidden emotional labor carried by people in healthcare.From her childhood in Karachi, to medical training in Philadelphia, to caring for hospitalized children in Kansas, Saba’s story offers a close look at what happens behind the curtain of modern medicine. She reflected on the loss of a pediatric patient early in her career, the isolation of litigation, the search for community, and the moment she realized she had to cr...
2025-12-0150 minMuted in MedicineE32:When Doctors Navigate the System-A Physician’s Journey with Her Child’s Disability-Dr Umara RazaIn this conversation, Dr. Umara Raza shares with Host Dr Saba Fatima, her profound journey as a mother of a child with special needs while navigating her career as a physician. She discusses the emotional challenges of parenting, the impact of the healthcare system on families, and the importance of empathy in medical practice. Dr. Raza emphasizes the need for community support, the significance of communication in partnerships, and the journey of acceptance and advocacy for special needs children. Her insights provide valuable lessons for both parents and healthcare professionals.Dr Umara Raza is a Cardiologist at...
2025-11-2452 minMuted in MedicineE31:Finding the Courage to Speak-Honesty After Medical Harm(w/Leilani Schweitzer)In this conversation, Leilani shares with Host Dr Saba Fatima with her profound journey from personal tragedy to becoming a patient advocate, emphasizing the importance of communication and compassion in healthcare. She discusses her experiences with hospitals after the loss of her son, the need for authentic apologies, and the challenges faced by healthcare workers. Leilani highlights the significance of understanding and transparency in healing, both for patients and providers, and introduces her current work aimed at improving communication in healthcare settings.Leilani Schweitzer is a patient safety advocate who helps healthcare systems respond to medical harm...
2025-11-1152 minMuted in MedicineE30: AI in Medicine-Tool or Threat?(w/Dr Graham Walker)In this conversation, Dr. Graham Walker discusses with Host Dr Saba Fatima the evolving role of AI in healthcare, addressing both its potential benefits and concerns. He emphasizes the importance of clinical judgment, the impact of AI on job security, and the need for regulation and standards. Dr. Walker also highlights the biases inherent in AI systems and the ethical considerations surrounding their use in medical education and patient care. He expresses cautious optimism about the future of AI in medicine, advocating for a balanced approach that prioritizes patient safety and clinician engagement.Graham Walker, MD is...
2025-10-2849 minMuted in MedicineE29: Talking About Death-What Doctors Get Wrong (w/Dr Jared Rubenstein)In this conversation, Dr Jared Rubenstein discusses with host Dr Saba Fatima, the importance of palliative care, the emotional challenges faced by healthcare professionals, and the need for open conversations about death and dying. He emphasizes the role of teamwork in providing care, the misconceptions surrounding palliative care, and the necessity of addressing cultural attitudes towards death. The discussion also highlights the importance of communication with families, coping strategies for healthcare workers, and the need for improved medical training on these topics.Jared Rubenstein is a pediatric palliative care doctor and medical educator at Baylor College of...
2025-10-1452 minMuted in MedicineE28: Limited Resources, Unlimited Commitment-Stories from Rural Medicine(w/Dr Jennifer Bacani McKenney)In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Bacani McKenney shares her journey with Host Dr Saba Fatima, as a rural health advocate and physician in Fredonia, Kansas. She discusses the challenges and rewards of practicing in a rural setting, including the importance of community relationships, the impact of healthcare policies, and the need for innovative solutions to improve access to care. Dr. McKenney emphasizes the significance of building trust with patients, navigating emergency situations, and the unique experiences that come with rural medicine. She also highlights the importance of community engagement and leadership in fostering a healthier environment for all.
2025-09-3049 min
Academic Pediatrics PodcastIn the Moment: The Brown Envelope -Saba FatimaDr Saba Fatima reads her piece, "The Brown Envelope."
Read the full piece here: www.academicpedsjnl.net/article/S1876-2859(25)00363-8/fulltext
2025-09-1709 minMuted in MedicineE27: Why So Many Doctors Feel Like Frauds-Impostor Syndrome in Healthcare (with Aashi Arora)In this conversation, Aashi Arora shares with Host Dr Saba Fatima,her journey from a healthcare executive to a coach for healthcare professionals, focusing on the challenges of impostor syndrome and burnout in the medical field. She discusses the importance of self-awareness, cultural influences, and practical strategies to combat impostor syndrome, emphasizing the need for supportive environments in healthcare. Aashi also highlights transformative coaching experiences that empower individuals to find joy and satisfaction in their careers.Aashi is a seasoned executive leader with over 20 years of experience in healthcare administration and leadership, spanning both public and private s...
2025-09-1653 minMuted in MedicineEP26:When More Isn’t Better-The Ethical Cost of Medically Ineffective Treatment(w/Dr Alyssa Burgart)In this conversation, Dr Alyssa Burgart shares her journey with Dr Saba Fatima into the field of bioethics, discussing the importance of understanding medically ineffective treatment and the ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals. She emphasizes the need for compassionate communication with families, the impact of cultural beliefs on medical decisions, and the significance of patient autonomy. The discussion also touches on the intersection of law and ethics, the challenges of moral distress and burnout in healthcare, and the importance of continuous learning in the medical field.Dr Alyssa Burgart is an anesthesiologist and ethicist at Stanford...
2025-09-0252 minMuted in MedicineE25: Dear Parents-What We Wish You Knew About Vaccines (w/Dr Nusheen Ameenuddin)In this conversation, Dr Nusheen Ameenuddin discusses with host Dr Saba Fatima her journey into advocacy for children's health, the challenges of vaccine hesitancy, and the importance of engaging with families. She emphasizes the impact of misinformation and the need for pediatricians to advocate for healthcare equity, especially in light of Medicaid cuts. The discussion highlights the role of empathy and community support in addressing these issues, while also offering hope for the future of healthcare through the engagement of young people and the importance of persistence in advocacy efforts.Dr. Nusheen Ameenuddin is an Assistant Professor...
2025-08-2043 min
History SpeaksHistory Speaks EP 11 | A Brief Guide to Shi’a Islam | Roshan Iqbal with Saba FatimaIn this episode, Dr. Roshan Iqbal speaks with Dr. Saba Fatima, Professor of Philosophy at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, about her new book, A Brief Guide to Shia Islam: Beliefs, Practices, and Exemplars. Together, they explore the core tenets, rich traditions, and influential figures of Shia Islam in a conversation designed to be accessible and engaging. This episode offers a warm and informative introduction for students and curious listeners alike, inviting deeper understanding and appreciation of one of Islam’s majortraditions.
Dr. Roshan Iqbal
Dr. Saba Fatima
Dr. Saba Fatima (pronounced Subb/a Fath-ma) is a Prof...
2025-08-2054 min
The Maydan PodcastHistory Speaks EP 11 | A Brief Guide to Shi’a Islam | Roshan Iqbal with Saba FatimaIn this episode, Dr. Roshan Iqbal speaks with Dr. Saba Fatima,
Professor of Philosophy at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville,
about her new book, A Brief Guide to Shia Islam: Beliefs, Practices,
and Exemplars. Together, they explore the core tenets, rich
traditions, and influential figures of Shi'a Islam in a conversation
designed to be accessible and engaging. This episode offers a warm and
informative introduction for students and curious listeners alike,
inviting deeper understanding and appreciation of one of Islam’s major
traditions.
2025-08-2054 minMuted in MedicineE24: Measured Twice, Promoted Once-The Cost of Leading While Female(w/Dr Gwendolyn Williams MD)In this conversation, Dr. Gwendolyn Williams and Host, Dr. Saba Fatima discuss the challenges and triumphs of women in leadership roles, particularly in healthcare. They explore the importance of allyship, mentorship, and the need for systemic change to support women in leadership positions. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of self-advocacy, the power of influence over traditional notions of power, and the necessity of creating inclusive environments that celebrate diversity and promote equity. Dr. Gwendolyn Rowena Williams is a first-generation American of Indo-Caribbean heritage whose lived experience has fueled a lifelong commitment to health equity, belonging, and inclusive le...
2025-08-051h 13Muted in MedicineE23: Decades in the White Coat-What It Takes to Last in Medicine(w/Dr Robert Wittler)In this conversation, Dr. Robert R. Wittler shares with host Dr Saba Fatima his insights on the joys and challenges of practicing medicine, reflecting on his experiences as a pediatric infectious disease physician. He discusses the importance of teaching, the evolving landscape of medicine, and the impact of burnout. Dr. Wittler emphasizes the significance of building relationships with patients, navigating the complexities of electronic medical records, and the ongoing issue of vaccine skepticism. He offers advice for younger physicians and expresses hope for the future of medicine, highlighting the importance of resilience and connection in the medical field.
2025-07-2248 minMuted in MedicineE22:Between the Bedside and the Boardroom-Rethinking Healthcare Priorities(w/Dr. Gregory R. Johnson)In this conversation, Dr. Gregory R, Johnson shares with host Dr Saba Fatima, his journey from clinician to healthcare executive, emphasizing the importance of joy in medicine and the need for physician engagement. He discusses the challenges of balancing provider wellness with productivity goals, the financial pressures in healthcare, and the significance of metrics that align with patient care. Dr. Johnson advocates for scalable interventions to enhance physician involvement and stresses the importance of creating a culture of wellness within healthcare organizations. He concludes with advice for burnt-out physicians and institutions striving to improve the healthcare system....
2025-07-0851 minMuted in MedicineE21: Do More, Prove More, Be More: The IMG Experience in U.S. Medicine(w/Dr Ali Rafiq)n this episode of Muted in Medicine, host Saba Fatima engages with Dr. Ali Rafiq, an international medical graduate (IMG), to discuss the unique challenges faced by IMGs in the healthcare system. They explore Ali's personal journey from medical school in Pakistan to becoming a hospitalist in the U.S., highlighting the cultural adjustments, professional hurdles, and the emotional toll of being an IMG. The conversation delves into the residency match process, strategies for increasing chances of matching, common mistakes made by IMGs, and the importance of support systems and networking. The episode concludes with reflections on resilience, persistence...
2025-06-2455 minMuted in MedicineE20: Drinking to Cope-Substance Use Among Healthcare Workers(w/Dr. Kara Pepper)In this conversation, Dr. Kara Pepper shares with host Dr. Saba Fatima, her journey from a successful medical career to confronting her struggles with substance use and burnout. She emphasizes the importance of finding joy in medicine, the challenges healthcare workers face, and the need for open conversations about mental health and substance use. Dr. Pepper discusses her personal experiences with alcohol, the stigma surrounding it, and the significance of community support in recovery. She encourages listeners to recognize their autonomy in their careers and to seek help when needed, ultimately advocating for a culture shift in the medical...
2025-06-1047 minMuted in MedicineE19: The Echo After the Error-Second Victim Syndrome in Healthcare(w/Dr Albert W.Wu)In this conversation, Dr. Albert Wu discusses with host Dr, Saba Fatima the concept of 'second victim syndrome,' which refers to the emotional distress healthcare providers experience after a patient suffers an adverse event. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and supporting healthcare workers who face trauma, the need for effective peer support systems, and the role of apology and disclosure in patient care. Dr. Wu advocates for a cultural shift in healthcare that prioritizes the well-being of providers to improve patient safety and care outcomes.Albert W. Wu is a practicing general internist and Fred...
2025-05-2744 minMuted in MedicineE18: The Art of Not Knowing- Embracing Uncertainty in Healthcare(w/Dr.Galina Gheihman)In this episode, Dr. Galina Gheihman discusses with host Dr. Saba Fatima the pervasive issue of medical uncertainty, its impact on healthcare providers, and strategies for navigating this challenge. The conversation explores the emotional toll of uncertainty, the importance of communication with patients, and the role of mentorship and teamwork in managing uncertainty. Dr. Gheihman introduces frameworks for recognizing and addressing uncertainty, emphasizing the need for courage and a growth mindset in the medical field.Galina Gheihman, MD is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School and an attending physician in General Neurology at Mass...
2025-05-1358 minMuted in MedicineE17: Not Just a Bad Day-Organizational Grief and the Need for Compassion(w/Dr Rachel Thienprayoon)In this conversation, Dr Rachel Thienprayoon discusses with Host Dr Saba Fatima, the importance of organizational compassion in healthcare, particularly in pediatrics and palliative care. She explores the concept of organizational grief, the impact of burnout on healthcare professionals, and the need for compassionate leadership. Rachel emphasizes the significance of creating supportive systems and environments that foster emotional well-being among clinicians. The discussion also highlights practical strategies for implementing compassion in healthcare settings, including stress first aid and the importance of small acts of kindness.Dr. Rachel Thienprayoon is the Chief Clinical Wellness Officer and an Associate...
2025-04-2948 minMuted in MedicineE16: How to Avoid a Lawsuit—and What to Do If You’re in One(w/Dr. Stephen Cohen)In this conversation, Dr. Stephen Cohen shares his insights with Dr, Saba Fatima on the challenges and realities of litigation in medicine, particularly for physicians. He discusses the common reasons for lawsuits, and how to navigate the complexities of communication and documentation. Dr. Cohen emphasizes the significance of recognizing complications, the role of expert witnesses, and the emotional toll of depositions. He offers practical advice for physicians facing litigation, highlighting the importance of remaining calm and focused on the facts, and the dos and dont's of preparing for a deposition. Ultimately, he reassures listeners that being sued does not...
2025-04-1550 minMuted in MedicineE15: Unseen Trauma - PTSD in the Medical Field(w/Michelle Schuster)In this conversation, Michelle Schuster shares her journey and insights with Host Saba Fatima into the prevalence of PTSD among nurses and healthcare workers. She discusses the importance of recognizing PTSD as a significant issue in the healthcare profession, particularly in light of the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Michelle emphasizes the need for supportive work environments, the impact of systemic factors, and the importance of self-advocacy for nurses experiencing PTSD. She also highlights the significance of creating a culture that encourages open discussions about mental health and provides resources for those in need.Michelle Schuster...
2025-04-0253 minMuted in MedicineE14: The Final Burden - Suicide in Healthcare(w/Betsy Gall)Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide, physician mental health struggles, and the challenges healthcare providers face. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek support. Resources are available, including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (dial 988) in the U.S. You are not alone. 💙In this heartfelt conversation, Betsy Gall shares her personal journey of loss and grief following the suicide of her husband, Dr. Matthew Gall. She discusses the pressures faced by healthcare workers, the stigma surrounding mental health in the medical profession, and the urgent need for systemic changes to support physician wellness. Betsy...
2025-03-1846 minMuted in MedicineE13: Why We Get It Wrong - Unpacking Diagnostic Errors(w/Dr Andrew Olson MD)In this conversation, Dr Andrew Olson discusses with host Dr Saba Fatima, the complexities of diagnostic errors in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of understanding the diagnostic process, the role of cognitive biases, and the systemic factors that contribute to errors. He advocates for a culture of feedback and support for healthcare providers, highlighting the need for collaboration and communication within teams. Olson also explores the potential of artificial intelligence to enhance diagnostic accuracy and the importance of a just culture in healthcare. The discussion culminates in a vision for the future of diagnosis, focusing on calibration and continuous improvement.
2025-03-0451 minMuted in MedicineE12: Love, Medicine, and Sacrifice - A Spouse’s Perspective(w/Chris Herring)In this conversation, Chris Herring shares his journey with host Saba Fatima MD as a spouse of a medical resident, discussing the joys and challenges of their relationship, the impact of residency on their family life, and the importance of communication and support. He emphasizes the need for understanding and community among medical families, as well as advocating for changes in residency programs to better support their partners. Chris also reflects on the lessons learned throughout their journey and offers advice for others navigating similar paths.Chris Herring is a B2B software marketing executive, real estate...
2025-02-1846 minMuted in MedicineE11: Body and Mind on the Line - The Consequences of Chronic Stress in Medicine(w/Dr. Sarah Wittry)In this conversation, Dr. Sarah Wittry shares her insights with Host Dr. Saba Fatima on finding joy in medicine, the unique stressors faced by healthcare workers, and the impact of chronic stress on well-being. She discusses the importance of work-life balance, nervous system regulation, and energetic time management as tools for managing stress. Sarah emphasizes the need for healthcare professionals to prioritize their own well-being and encourages those struggling with burnout to seek support and reconnect with their passion for medicine.Dr. Sarah Wittry is a hospice and palliative care physician, wife, and mom of four. After...
2025-02-0449 minMuted in MedicineE10: Healthcare and Parenthood: Facing Infertility in a Demanding Career(W/Dr Ariela Marshall, MD)In this conversation, Dr. Ariela Marshall joins host Dr. Saba Fatima to discuss the often-overlooked issue of infertility among women physicians, sharing her personal journey and the emotional toll it takes on healthcare providers. Together, they highlight the need for greater awareness, education, and systemic changes to support those facing infertility, including the importance of egg freezing and parental leave policies. The discussion emphasizes the cultural stigmas surrounding infertility and the necessity for open conversations to foster a supportive communityDr. Ariela Marshall is a Harvard-trained physician and an internationally renowned advocate, career development advisor, and mentor. D...
2025-01-2144 minMuted in MedicineE09: When Grief Comes Home-Navigating Personal Loss as a Healthcare Provider(w/Dr Umber Khan)In this conversation, Dr. Umber Khan joins host Dr. Saba Fatima to share her profound journey through personal grief as a healthcare provider, reflecting on the joy found in medicine, the immense pressure of being a healer, and the challenges of balancing professional responsibilities with personal loss. She discusses the challenges of grief as a healthcare provider, the complexity of navigating guilt and perfectionism and the path to healing. She also discusses the importance of vulnerability, recognizing burnout, and the transformative impact of her experiences on her patient care. Dr. Khan emphasizes the need for self-compassion, the significance of...
2025-01-0247 minMuted in MedicineE08: Money Matters in Medicine - Why Financial Literacy Is Ignored (w/ Dr. Jimmy Turner)In this conversation, Dr. Saba Fatima & Dr. Jimmy Turner discuss the critical importance of financial literacy for healthcare providers, sharing his personal journey from financial illiteracy to becoming an advocate for financial education in medicine. He highlights the common pitfalls that medical professionals face regarding financial management, including the complexities of student loans, disability insurance, and the challenges of negotiating salaries. Dr. Turner emphasizes the need for medical training programs to incorporate financial education, aiming to empower future physicians to make informed financial decisions and achieve financial independence. The discussion also touches on the disparities in compensation between clinical...
2024-12-1849 minMuted in MedicineE07: Too Tired to Care - Compassion Fatigue in Medicine (w/ Dr. Laura Vater) | MUTED IN MEDICINEIn this episode, Dr Saba Fatima & Dr. Laura Vater discuss the challenges of compassion fatigue and burnout in the medical field. She emphasizes the emotional toll that caring for patients can take on healthcare providers and the importance of maintaining empathy. The discussion covers the impact of sleep deprivation, the need for self-care strategies, and the systemic issues within healthcare institutions that contribute to clinician burnout. Dr. Vater advocates for kindness towards oneself and the necessity of institutional support to foster clinician well-being.Laura B. Vater, MD, MPH, is a medical oncologist at the Indiana University Simon...
2024-12-0456 min
Succeed in Medicine: Practical Insights for Practicing Physicians#414 - CONTRIBUTOR SERIES: Breaking the Silence: Dr. Saba Fatima on the Emotional Toll of Medical Malpractice Ready to diversify outside the stock market? EquityMultiple brings you streamlined real estate investing. Access vetted, cash-flowing opportunities from anywhere. Start today, with just $5K, at equitymultiple.com _________ Dr. Amna Shabir interviews Dr. Saba Fatima on the emotional struggles that come with medical malpractice cases. Drawing from her own experience, Dr. Fatima opens up about the feelings of isolation, shame, and anxiety that many doctors face especially since they’re often told not to talk about their cases. She explains why it’s so important to have open conversations to break the stigma and support each other.
2024-11-2619 minMuted in MedicineE06: The Legal Wound–The Impact of Malpractice Litigation on Healthcare Providers(w/ Dr. Gita Pensa)In this episode of the Muted in Medicine podcast, host Saba Fatima engages with Dr. Gita Pensa to discuss the often-silenced topic of litigation in healthcare. They explore the emotional and professional impacts of being sued, the systemic issues that contribute to litigation, and the shame and guilt that healthcare professionals often feel.Gita Pensa, M.D., FAAEM, is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Brown University, and is widely recognized as one of the nation's leading experts on malpractice litigation stress and physician litigation support. Her open access podcast curriculum, "Doctors...
2024-11-2058 minMuted in MedicineE05:When Healers Hurt-Healthcare Workers with Chronic Illness & Disability(w/ Dr Manisha Rayavarapu)In Episode 5 of the Muted in Medicine podcast, Saba Fatima MD discusses illness and disability in healthcare providers with Dr. Manisha Rayavarapu DO, a family medicine physician and author of the book 'Butterflies, Boards, and Blessings: A Doctor's Journey to Thriving with Lupus'. They explore the internal and external stigma faced by healthcare providers with chronic illnesses, the impact of chronic illness on their careers, and the need for support and accommodations from healthcare institutionsDr. Rayavarapu shares her personal journey with lupus and how it affected her life as a healthcare provider. She also discusses the...
2024-11-1143 minMuted in MedicineE04:Carrying Loss - A Conversation on Professional Grief in Medicine(w/Hui-wen Sato) |MUTEDINMEDICINEIn this episode of the Muted in Medicine podcast, host Saba Fatima MD discusses the topic of grief in the field of healthcare with guest Hui -wen Sato, a pediatric ICU nurse and TedX Speaker. They explore the concept of professional grief and its complexity, as well as the guilt and survivor's guilt that healthcare professionals may experience. They also discuss the recognition of grief within oneself and coping strategies for embracing grief. The conversation highlights the importance of acknowledging and managing grief as a natural part of being human in the healthcare profession. In this conversation, Hu...
2024-10-2545 minMuted in MedicineE03: The Silent Mental Health Crisis in Healthcare Workers (w/Dr Melissa Hopper)|MUTED IN MEDICINEIn this episode of the Muted in Medicine podcast, Dr. Saba Fatima discusses the taboo topic of mental health in the medical field with Dr. Melissa Hopper, a clinical psychologist. They explore the current state of mental health among healthcare professionals, including high rates of burnout, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. They also discuss the stigma surrounding mental health in the medical field and the challenges of seeking help. The conversation highlights the need for open dialogue and support for healthcare professionals facing mental health issue. They also discuss the role of organizations in supporting mental health and preventing...
2024-10-0852 minMuted in MedicineE02: The Hidden Weight - Exploring Shame in Healthcare(w/Dr Melissa Ortiz)🎧 Disclaimer: Please note that this episode has some audio quality issues. We apologize for the inconvenience, but the conversation with Dr. Ortiz is too important not to share. We appreciate your understanding and hope you still enjoy and engage with the powerful insights shared. Thank you for listening.In this episode, Dr. Saba Fatima and Dr. Melissa Ortiz discuss the topic of shame in medicine. They explore the definition of shame and how it differs from guilt. They also examine the cultural ideals and expectations in medicine that contribute to feelings of shame...
2024-09-2146 minMuted in MedicineE01:Beyond the Blame - Understanding Medical Errors (w/Dr. Ali Rafiq)SummaryThe Muted in Medicine podcast, hosted by Dr Saba Fatima, aims to provide a safe space for healthcare professionals to openly discuss traumatic events, imposter syndrome, grief, and microaggressions in the healthcare industry. The first episode features Dr. Ali Rafiq, a practicing internal medicine hospitalist, discussing medical errors and the impact on healthcare providers. The conversation delves into the definition, commonality, causes, impact, and response to medical errors, emphasizing the importance of a just culture and systemic improvement. It also explores the importance of self-forgiveness and the need for resources and...
2024-08-2547 min
Parakaleo: Aconselhamento Bíblico e Educação EmocionalLendo a Bíblia 225/365*Lendo a Bíblia 225/365*
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Assim diz o Senhor: “Ponham-se à beira dos caminhos e olhem; perguntem pelas veredas antigas, qual é o bom caminho; andem por ele e vocês acharão descanso para a sua alma. Mas eles dizem: ‘Não andaremos nele.’ Também pus atalaias sobre vocês, dizendo: ‘Fiquem atentos ao som da trombeta.’ Mas eles dizem: ‘Não escutaremos.’ Portanto, escutem, ó nações, e saiba, ó congregação, o que vai acontecer com eles! Ouça, ó terra! Eis que eu trarei mal sobre este povo, o próprio fruto dos seus pensamentos, porque não estão atentos às minhas palavras e reje...
2023-08-1319 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs044 FeeAmaanAllahGoing on an indefinite hiatus! Thank you so much for listening!
All episodes available at: https://www.academicmuslimah.com/
2022-12-1211 min
She Speaks: Academic MuslimahsRamadan & Eid ul FitrRamadan Mubarak!!! This episode is a re-airing of previously aired Ramadan & Eid ul Fitr special. I talked to Sana Rizvi about fasting within neoliberal academia, periods, and Ramzan memories. I talked to Nausheen Pasha about her journey to loving Ramadan, to Melinda González about true spirit of fasting and being mindful, and with Rose Deighton about appreciating the simplicity of Ramadan during times of COVID. Finally, I talked to Lamiyah Bahrainwala about celebrating Eid during a pandemic and with Zainab Kabba about her varied but wonderful experiences of Eid around the world.Video re...
2022-04-0852 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs043 Elora ShehabuddinDr. Elora Shehabuddin is Professor of Transnational Asian Studies and Core Faculty in the Center for the Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality. She is the author of Sisters in the Mirror: A History of Muslim Women and the Global Politics of Feminism. Today we talk about the stories of feminist struggles that provide a more nuanced picture, the conversation between Western feminists and Global South or Transnational feminists, and why it is so hard to have the more difficult conversations needed within feminist struggles. #Feminism #GlobalSouth #Intersectionality
2022-03-2526 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs042 Linda HyökkiLinda Hyökki is a PhD Candidate in Civilization Studies at Ibn Haldun University, Istanbul. In this episode, we talk about religious righteousness, whiteness, anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant sentiment in Finland, and so much more. Hyökki PhD thesis and broader research interest focus on Islamophobia and convert Muslims. She has done fieldwork interviews with converts from Finland, her native country, exploring questions of whiteness, Finnishness, identity and recognition. She is currently the coordinator of anti-Muslim racism working group at the European Coalition of Cities Against Racism. Along with some other consultancy works she is also the general secretary of Eur...
2022-03-1139 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs041 Sara AbdallaAn awesome interview with Sara Abdalla who is making art accessible and relatable to those who are traditionally excluded from the art world. We also talk about why immigrant parents might steer their kids away from artistic careers, why that is harmful, and how art can portray the depth of all our lives.Sara Abdalla Director of design brand Cape Cairo Collective and Founder of Creative Visionaries studio. She is a multidisciplinary Scottish Egyptian Mural Artist, Maker, Activist and Teacher with hand painting, relief printing, photography, type and collage to communicate the narrative. She will be pursuing...
2022-02-2542 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs040 Aminah Beverly McCloud Al DeenAminah Beverly McCloud Al Deen is a Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies and Director of Islamic World Studies program at DePaul University. She is one of the most eminent scholars on Islam in America and her areas of expertise include Islam in America, Muslim women, Islamic studies and the history, geography, politics, religion and philosophy of Islam. We talk about Islam in America, anti-Black racism within Muslim American communities, about Critical Talk, and a whole lot more.
2022-02-1122 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs039 Sana RizviThis episode features Dr. Sana Rizvi who is a Senior lecturer in Education and Early Childhood studies at Liverpool John Moores University. She talks about her fresh off the press book, Undoing Whiteness in Disability Studies: The Special Education System and British South Asian Mothers that just came out with Palgrave Macmillan. In this podcast, Sana explores the intersections of motherhood, Muslim cultures, disability, and education. You can find the transcript for this episode at https://www.academicmuslimah.com/ep39-transcript
2022-01-2835 minShe Speaks: Academic MuslimahsSaba FatimaThis episode is a repeat from May 2021, featuring Dr. Saba Fatima. In this episode, she talks with Shannon Strom about being a woman of color in academia, being a STEM student in a patriarchal environment, performing 'professional' forms of femininity, how we have to over-perform just to clear the bar, what is standpoint theory & intersectionality, and about the future of gender relations and academia. You can learn more about me at: https://sites.google.com/view/sabafatimaphd
2021-11-0537 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs038 Saima AnsariDr. Saima Ansari recently completed her PhD from University of Salford in UK on Identity, religion, and clothing - the lives of British Muslim women. In this episode she talks to us about how hijab is negotiated both within non-Muslim communities and within Muslim communities, about Islamic feminism, and the #MeToo movement, among many other things.
2021-10-2222 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs037 Fatemeh MardiThis episode features an excellent conversation on the academic job market and alt-ac jobs with Dr. Fatemeh Mardi. Dr. Mardi has her bachelors and masters from Tehran, Iran, and her PhD in instructional technology from University of Missouri St. Louis, MO. She is currently working with Office of eLearning at University of Missouri System as an Instructional Designer. Among other things, Dr. Mardi talks about the toll on our mental and physical health through all the cycles of applying for academic jobs, and the amount of work required to stay competitive in an environment of scarce jobs.
2021-10-0846 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs036 Julie PriorThis episode features Dr. Julie Prior, who has a PhD in early modern and eighteenth-century drama from the University of Toronto. She is currently an Assistant Professor of English at Oklahoma Panhandle State University. Her research explores adaptations of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, and is concerned with illuminating production history and intertextual resonances that are activated by performance. Here she talks about her journey to Islam, marriage, divorce, abuse, and Shakespeare.
2021-09-2436 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs035 Aurat March #MeToo PakistanThis episode is in Urdu & English. This conversation is prompted by the recent events in Pakistan, including the Noor Muqaddam case, Quratulain Baloch case, and the victim from Mohra village (name not yet released). We also talk about how patriarchy functions to attempt to shame women instead of bringing the perpetrator to justice, and why women don’t speak up about their experiences. Last, but not least, we talk about the ways some women are shielded by their privilege at the expense of other more vulnerably situated women.
2021-07-2736 min
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She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs034 Maha NassarThis episode features Dr. Maha Nasaar is an Associate Professor in the School of Middle Eastern and North African Studies at the University of Arizona. Today, we talk a little about history of Falestine or Palestine, the ongoing nakba or catastrophe, anti-Semitism as it relates to Palestinian liberation movements, Hamas, and issues of human rights.Dr. Nassar specializes in Arab cultural and intellectual history with a focus on Palestinians. Her book, which received a 2018 Palestine Book Award, is titled Brothers Apart: Palestinian Citizens of Israel and the Arab World.#Palestine #Israel #Nakba #Hamas #FreePalestine
2021-05-2129 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs033 Saba FatimaThis episode features me, Saba Fatima! In this episode, I talk with Shannon Strom about being a woman of color in academia, being a STEM student in a patriarchal environment, performing 'professional' forms of femininity, how we have to over-perform just to clear the bar, what is standpoint theory & intersectionality, and about the future of gender relations and academia. You can learn more about me at: https://sites.google.com/view/sabafatimaphd
2021-05-0737 min
MIXTAPE PodcastS1E5: Sharing stories of Water with Saba DarSaba Dar is an environmental professional and has worked in areas of water conservation and environmental sustainability with special focus on Water Stewardship in the Textile Sector, Climate Change and Water Security.
In her current capacity, Saba is currently working as a Consultant Water Stewardship Basin Coordinator for WWF-Germany and supports the development and implementation of Water Stewardship projects in the textile sector in WWF’s priority river basins in China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam and Turkey while facilitating coordination between all the basin teams.
She has a keen interest in framing the narrative on water ar...
2021-04-2745 minShe Speaks: Academic MuslimahsRamadan & Eid ul FitrThis episode is a re-airing of last year's Ramadan & Eid ul Fitr special. I talked to Sana Rizvi about fasting within neoliberal academia, periods, and Ramzan memories. I talked to Nausheen Pasha about her journey to loving Ramadan, to Melinda González about true spirit of fasting and being mindful, and with Rose Deighton about appreciating the simplicity of Ramadan during times of COVID. Finally, I talked to Lamiyah Bahrainwala about celebrating Eid during a pandemic and with Zainab Kabba about her varied but wonderful experiences of Eid around the world.Video referenced on periods and fasting:...
2021-04-2352 min
MIXTAPE PodcastS1E2: MIXTAPE Book Club with Saba Karim KhanBorn in Heera Mandi, Lahore's famous red-light district, she is a tour guide by day and a classical singer by night. Despite the worst of humanity every day she remains the 'Troublemaker', unable to give up on her dreams. An Indian filmmaker encourages her to enroll in a music contest that can take her to New York, her dreams take flight. But as she her dreams seem within her grasp a family secret threatens to upend the new life she has built for herself.
Skyfall is Saba Karim Khan’s debut novel. From the oppressive walls of re...
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She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs032 Banafsheh MadaninejadThis episode features Dr. Banafsheh Madaninejad. Dr. Madaninejad is an anti-racism and gender educator and equity strategist. She has founded Sisters in Leadership Training (https://www.sistersinleadershiptraining.com) and I-AMM (https://i-amm.org/) an anti-racist organization dedicated to Interconnecting Arabs, Muslims and Middle Easterners. Here, she talks about her experience of coming to the US for college, coding for NASA, switching fields from STEM to humanities, leaving academia, and of course about her podcasts The Defining Moment & Red Peace Machine (https://i-amm.org/tdm-podcast). Last but not least, we turn to her organization I-AMM and the work it does.
2021-04-0934 min
Santo SabaThe oldest university in the worldDharmaphala University has been around for hundreds of years or it could be. also thousands of years BC.
This also means that Dharmaphala University is older than the University of Al-Karaouine which was founded by Fatima al-Fihri, a Muslim woman, the son of a Tunisian merchant in 859 AD in the city of Fez, Morocco, which the Guinness Book of World Records calls up as a university. oldest in the world.
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2021-04-0207 minSanto SabaDarmapala university,The oldest university in the worldThis also means that Dharmaphala University is older than the University of Al-Karaouine which was founded by Fatima al-Fihri, a Muslim woman, the son of a Tunisian merchant in 859 AD in the city of Fez, Morocco, which the Guinness Book of World Records calls up as a university. oldest in the world
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2021-04-0107 minSanto SabaTemuan Universitas tertua dunia ada di IndonesiaUniversitas Dharmaphala ini sudah berdiri ratusan tahun atau bisa juga ribuan tahun sebelum masehi.
Ini berarti juga bahwa Universitas Dharmaphala ini umurnya lebih tua dari University of Al-Karaouine yang didirikan oleh Fatima al-Fihri, seorang muslimah anak saudagar Tunisia pada tahun 859 Masehi di kota Fez, Maroko, yang oleh Guiness Book Of World Record digadang gadang sebagai universitas tertua di dunia.
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2021-04-0108 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs031 Amani HassaniThis episode features Dr. Amani Hassani who is the 2020 Sociological Review Fellow at Keele University in England. She talks about facing harsh scrutiny for her public scholarship, and about fighting against Islamophobia and racism against Muslims in Denmark. Check out her latest contribution to the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI). The "European Islamophobia Report 2020" will come out soon at www.islamophobiaeurope.com The 2019 report can be found at https://www.islamophobiaeurope.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2019eir-DENMARK.pdf#Islamophobia #Denmark #Europe #racism #Québec
2021-03-2631 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs030 Elora Halim ChowdhuryDr. Elora Halim Chowdhury is a Professor in the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Department and the Director of Human Rights Program at University of Massachusetts Boston. Her most recent book is an edited collection with Dr. Esha Niyogi De, titled South Asian Filmscapes: Transregional Encounters (2020). Dr. Chowdhury talks about her journey into academia, the Bangladeshi Liberation War, its impact on national identity, and about how foreign NGOs create boundaries of savior and poor clients. Finally, we talk about her and Dr. De’s latest book about South Asian cinema and its influence in envisioning healing and reconciliation.
2021-03-1234 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs029 Shehnaz HaqqaniDr. Shehnaz Haqqani is an Assistant Professor of Religion at Mercer University and specializes in Islam, with a focus on gender and sexuality.She earned her Ph.D. in Islamic Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. She is also the co-founder of Feminist Islamic Troublemakers of North America: FITNA and the force behind the YouTube channel called What the Patriarchy?!FITNA - Feminist Islamic Troublemakers of North America Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/feministfitnaWhat the Patriarchy?!: https://www.youtube.com/c/WhatthePatriarchy/videosFreedom from the Forbidden...
2021-02-2641 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs028 Aalih HusseinThis week, we talk to Aalih Hussein, who is a 2nd year PhD student in Social Work at a Joint Doctoral Program between North Carolina University Greensboro and North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. She talks about her experiences with racism, Islamophobia, imposter syndrome, and western feminism. Her research is focused on the mental wellbeing of Millennial Muslim American women. You can learn more about Aalih at https://aahussein99.wixsite.com/website/#Islamophobia #WellBeing #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #Racism #ImposterSyndrome
2021-02-1233 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs027 Shabana MirIn this episode, we feature Dr. Shabana Mir, Associate Professor of Anthropology and the Director of Undergraduate Studies at American Islamic College in Chicago. We talk about the value of an Islamic liberal arts education and of all-women’s education. She provides a brief synopsis on her book, Muslim American Women on Campus: Undergraduate Social Life and Identity. Dr. Mir explains the sorts of scrutiny Muslim American women face on campuses. Lastly, she touches upon the impact of COVID on religious spaces and tells us about her latest project on Muslim women community organizers.Muslim American Women on...
2021-01-2928 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs026 Sanae ElmouddenThis episode features Dr. Sanae Elmoudden, an Associate Professor in the Rhetoric, Communication and Theatre Department at St. John's University, NYC. She talks about mental health, being a caretaker in addition to being an academic and an advocate, the alienating stigma around mental illness, role of religion, and the role of academia in raising awareness around mental health issues.Check out Dr. Elmoudden's page: https://www.facebook.com/appreciatingbraindiversity
2021-01-1535 min
She Speaks: Academic MuslimahsChristmas Episode RepeatThis is a repeat of the last year's Christmas episode, but its been redone to remove some background noises and adjust volume!! This episode tells stories of how Muslims move within and through the Christmas season. While the voices are of Muslims Americans, they do not and cannot represent us in our entirety. Learn about the birth of Jesus in Islam, and hear from Muslim Americans who embrace aspects of Christmas celebrations, those who resist, those who are still figuring things out, and those in between. You will hear from Dr. Sakina Jangbar, Dr. Noor-Aiman Khan, Dr. Elham Mireshghi, Dr. N...
2020-12-2838 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs025 Lubaaba Al-AzamiThis episode features Lubaaba Al-Azami, who is a PhD candidate in English Literature at the University of Liverpool and visiting doctoral researcher at the University of Oxford. We have a lovely conversation about alternative memories of the 1947 partition of the Indian subcontinent, creating inclusive spaces in academia that we so desperately need, differences in studying in US and UK, the launching ‘Medieval and Early Modern Orients’ project, the nature of some of the English encounters with Mughal Empire, and making NeSA (Network of Sisters in Academia) a nurturing space. Medieval and Early Modern Orients: https://memorients.com/ (Twitt...
2020-12-1830 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs024 Nazita LajevardiIn this episode, Dr. Nazita Lajevardi, Assistant Professor at Michigan State University in the Department of Political Science, talks about contexts and factors that impact our political participation, usefulness of the idea of a pan-Muslim identity, resentment toward Muslim Americans, the Muslim ban and its impact, and how to move forward politically and so much more.Check out her latest book: Outsiders at Home: The Politics of American Islamophobia (Cambridge, 2020)
2020-12-0421 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs023 Shireen Al-AdeimiThis episode is with the very brave and brilliant Dr. Shireen Al-Adeimi. She talks about student-led discussions in classrooms, misplacement of kids in ESL due to bias, valuing diversity within educational settings, beginnings of Yemen war, USA UK and Saudi Arabia involvement, abandonment of Yemenis by Muslims ummah, and so much more.#Pedagogy #Yemen #Saudi #Houthi #Shafi'i #Sunni #Zaidi #Shia #betrayal #malnutrition #MadeInUSA #MedicineBlockade
2020-11-2028 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs022 Election 2020A special episode on the 2020 American elections, the ‘Muslim vote,’ and what now?(and also a bit of conversation on Islamophobia in France, and on the pandemic)
2020-11-0629 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs021 Maha HilalDr. Maha Hilal completed her PhD in Justice, Law & Society at American University in Washington, D.C. and currently works at Justice for Muslim Collective. In this episode, Dr. Hilal shares with us her experiences of systemic anti-Muslim racism she experienced during her graduate studies at American University. We talk about dissertation committees, funding, grad school environment, white supremacy within academia and its effects on people of color, and how all of this shapes one’s sense of self as a scholar. She also shares with us some advice to future graduate school students.You can learn more about Justice fo...
2020-10-2330 min
She Speaks: Academic MuslimahsKayla WheelerI am doing what I can and hard(ish?) at work recording the next episode of Academic Muslimahs. For now, I am rereleasing an episode with one of the smartest women, Dr. Kayla Wheeler. She talks about lots of issues, including starting the much needed #BlackIslamSyllabus and researching Black Muslim women's fashion. The episode was originally released on Feb 28th, 2020. I will be back with a new episode in two weeks!
2020-10-0928 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs020 Hawraa Al-HassanDr. Hawraa Al-Hassan is Research Associate at the Centre of Islamic Studies at the University of Cambridge. In this episode, Hawraa talks to us about her book, 'Women, Writing and the Iraqi Ba‘thist State.' We talk about life in Saudi Arabia, marginalized voices in literature, and how Arab nationalist Ba'th party was instrumental in shaping literature by Iraqi women.Link for Book: https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-women-writing-and-the-iraqi-ba-thist-state.html
2020-09-2524 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs019 Sahar AzizOn the 19th anniversary of 9/11, Sahar Aziz talks about how the tragedy impacted Muslim Americans and Muslim immigrants within the United States. This episode discusses the PATRIOT ACT, NSEERS (2012 male registry for Muslim immigrants), and how the curtailments of rights impacted Muslim participation within social and political sphere. Dr. Aziz also talks about Muslim political interests during this election season and what we should focus on as a community (institutional change!). Center for Security, Race and Rights: https://csrr.rutgers.edu/
2020-09-1137 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs018 AshuraThis episode focuses on Ashura. Shia Muslims throughout the world commemorate Ashura and this conversation between two Shia sisters touches on some of the aspects of this experience. What is Ashura?, what does it signify?, and how does this event shape Shia Muslims 1400 years later? Join Dr. Sana Rizvi and Dr. Saba Fatima for this episode to learn more!Further Information at https://www.al-islam.org/articles/karbala-chain-events
2020-08-2834 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs017 Nadia B. AhmadIn this episode, I talk to Associate Professor Nadia B. Ahmad, who is a delegate from Florida for the Democratic party and the Founder of Muslim Delegates and Allies Coalition. She talks about mass incarceration, the need for the green new deal, and the impact of climate change on people of color. She also tells us why and how Muslims can get involved in progressive politics, and if Muslims should work to vote Trump out of office.
2020-08-1423 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs016 Ramadan & Eid ul FitrThis is the season finale special on Ramadan and Eid. I talk to Sana Rizvi about fasting within neoliberal academia, periods, and Ramzan memories. I talk to Nausheen Pasha about her journey to loving Ramadan, to Melinda González about true spirit of fasting and being mindful, and with Rose Deighton about appreciating the simplicity of Ramadan during times of COVID. Finally, I talk to Lamiyah Bahrainwala about celebrating Eid during a pandemic and with Zainab Kabba about her varied but wonderful experiences of Eid around the world.Video referenced on periods and fasting:https://ww...
2020-05-2252 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs015 Katherine BullockThis episode is a conversation with Katherine Bullock, Lecturer in the Department of Political Science at University of Toronto at Mississauga. We talk about her conversion to Islam and how it impacted her research area. We dive into Québec's Islamophobic obsession with the hijab and how the norm of wearing masks reveals the hypocrisy of it all. Finally we talk about Kathy's personal passion of publishing children's books that normalize being a Muslim in the West.Conversion Reflection: http://www.thedeenshow.com/katherine-bullock-ex-christian-canadaCompass Books: https://compassbooks.ca/
2020-05-0823 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs014 Melinda GonzálezThis episode features Melinda González, a PhD student at Louisiana State University in the department of Geography and Anthropology, pursuing a doctorate in Anthropology. We talk about the toll of home schooling, mental health, racial & gender disparity in medical care, getting married in times of Coronavirus, zooming a nikkah, being a first generation college & grad student, decolonizing academic spaces, and art movements as a form of recovery after a disaster.Notes: Decolonizing Academic Spaces: Women of Color Speaking on Student Success, Allyship and Motherhood: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/decolonizing-academic
2020-04-2435 min
She Speaks: Academic MuslimahsLamise ShawahinI am hard at work recording the next episode of Academic Muslimahs. In the meanwhile, I am rereleasing one of my favorite episodes. It is on mental health! a much needed conversation for the times we are in. The episode was originally released on Nov 8th, 2019. I will be back with a new episode in two weeks!
2020-04-1036 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs013 Living Through a PandemicThe sisters are reunited! Together, Saba & Sana talk about coping with anxiety, performing productivity within a capitalist framework, putting essential workers on a pedestal, exploitation of labor, harms of using the war analogy when talking about fighting Coronavirus, and living through this pandemic
2020-03-2735 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs012 COVID-19References used:What to do during these times: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/share-facts.htmlNumber of countries that have cases: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/locations-confirmed-cases.htmlWhat to do when sick: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-risk-complications.htmlAge range for who gets extreme symptoms: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2762130I have transcribed three fourths of this episode to ensure some degree of accessibility. The last 6 minutes are not transcribed because I have been unable to find the time to do...
2020-03-1319 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs011 Kayla WheelerThis episode features Dr. Kayla Wheeler who has three Masters degrees!! and a PhD in Religious Studies! She talks about #BlackIslamSyllabus, Black experience as central to Islam & to American culture, anti-black racism within Muslim communities, Malcolm X in Boston, 'Arabicized' Islamic femininity, Black Muslimah femininity, Black Muslim women's fashion, and much more!!References to:http://mizanproject.org/http://www.muslimarc.org/https://kaylareneewheeler.com/blackislamsyllabus/
2020-02-2828 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs010 Sadaf JafferIn this episode, I talk with Sadaf Jaffer, the first American Muslismah mayor in the United States of America. We talk about 'balancing it all,' pressures at Ivy Leagues, the significance of secular feminisms, and the place of Muslim Americans in American politics. The conversation is hopefully beyond the usual rhetoric of 'we belong,' and focuses on hurdles for our specific social location as Muslim Americans.
2020-02-1433 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs009 Narjis HyderIn this episode, I talk to Dr. Narjis Hyder from Walden University in The Riley College of Education and Leadership. We talk about what it means to be an academic and primary caregiver to a child with long term medical needs, the emotional and physical toll, the support village needed, and structural changes at universities to accommodate .... life. Please listen, subscribe, review, and share the podcast. This will help me produce better and more content!
2020-01-3131 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs008 Nyla Ali KhanNyla Ali Khan, a Kashmiri American scholar, discusses the historical roots of the Kashmir conflict, the significance of Articles 370 and 35A of the Indian constitution, what it meant to Kashmiris to have those articles abrogated by the BJP government, and the current state of affairs in Kashmir.
2020-01-1748 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs007 Christmas EpisodeThis episode tells stories of how Muslims move within and through the Christmas season. While the voices *are of Muslims Americans, they do not and cannot represent us in our entirety. Learn about the birth of Jesus in Islam, and hear from Muslim Americans who embrace aspects of Christmas celebrations, those who resist, those who are still figuring things out, and those in between. You will hear from Dr. Sakina Jangbar, Dr. Noor-Aiman Khan, Dr. Elham Mireshghi, Dr. Neelofer Qadir, Nur Shahir, and Dr. Sophia Spadavecchia.
2019-12-1338 min
She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs006 Anbreen BashirMy guest today is Anbreen Bashir, Associate Professor of Biology at Harris Stowe State University. Together we talk about paradise on earth, visa sponsorship for work in the U.S., teaching training during grad school, how to make online teaching work, Monsanto (please don’t sue me), rice genetics, and tropospheric ozone due to climate change!
2019-12-0640 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs005 Tasneem ZaihraThis episode, I talk to Tasneem Zaihra, an Assistant Professor in the Dept of Math at The College of Brockport SUNY, about her journey through academia as a first generation immigrant. We talk about migrating from India to pursue doctoral studies, finding religious communities, azaadari, marrying while studying, moving for academic posts, studying asthma using stats, having a non-American accent while teaching, teaching first generation students, and much more!
2019-11-2935 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs004 Khadijah ElshayyalIn this episode, I talk to Khadijah Elshayyal, author of the book Muslim Identity Politics (2018). We talk about recommending grad school to other Muslims in current academic job market, resisting being *that Muslim that studies Muslim stuff, being taught misinformation about Islam by religious studies professor, the impact of colonialism on Muslim populations in UK, imposition of compliance and integration by British government, self-censorship in a climate of suspicion, fear of Shariah takeover, equality gap, grassroots activism, and much more.
2019-11-2242 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs003 Sakina JangbarIn this episode, I talk to Sakina Jangbar, who is at St. John's University in Queens. We talk about the power of rhetoric, how sexual assault is covered in the Pakistani drama 'Udaari', Benazir Bhutto's oratory skills, feminist expressions in South Asian cultures, Ghazala Khan at the Democratic convention in 2016, #girlsatDhaba, and thinking through about our cultures from the diaspora.
2019-11-1541 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs002 Lamise ShawahinListen to Dr. Lamise Shawahin (Psychology and Counseling) her life in academia, including topics such as growing up as a daughter of activist parents & grandparents; importance of mental health within Muslim communities; recognizing and operating from within cultural difference; therapists working in tandem with religious practitioners; how women often receive less support for mental health issues from their faith & social communities; and the danger of excluding African American Muslim communities from research on mental health of Muslims. Episode produced by Erica Green
2019-11-0836 minShe Speaks: Academic Muslimahs001 Sana RizviAs-Salaam-Alaikum! In the pilot episode host, Dr. Saba Fatima is joined by guest, Dr. Sana Rizvi to discuss the journey to getting her PhD, how her appearance impacts her experience with jobs in academic spaces, fat phobia, and so much more. Episode produced by Erica Green.
2019-11-0138 min
PeliAgudosPeliAgudos: El Soñador (entrevista a Adrián Saba)El Soñador es la primera película peruana estrenada en 2017 y por ese motivo Fátima y Maykoll reciben a su director Adrián Saba.
2017-02-0615 minPeliAgudosPeliAgudos: El Soñador (entrevista a Adrián Saba)El Soñador es la primera película peruana estrenada en 2017 y por ese motivo Fátima y Maykoll reciben a su director Adrián Saba.
2017-02-0615 min