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IlmFeed PodcastWe Analysed What Made Prophet Muhammad ﷺ a Genius CommunicatorIn this episode, Ustadh Shabbir Hassan and Ustadh Tufayl Ahmad unpack the genius behind Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ communication skills: the structure behind his teaching, the way he held attention, built trust, and made complex truths simple enough to never be forgotten.
We go through real hadith, breaking down the techniques hiding inside them - how a single question could flip an entire audience's assumptions, how a story could carry a timeless lesson, and how an entire religion could be summed up in one sentence. Along the way, we talk about what it actually means to communicate with wisdom, no...
2026-09-2043 minIlmFeed Podcast"One Salah Changed My Entire Future" - Dr Daanish MahmoodDr Daanish Mahmood shares how prioritizing salah (prayer) transformed his life - from a chance encounter with a university dean to building a following as a Muslim content creator without ever hiding his faith. This episode covers practical advice for staying consistent with salah and Islamic productivity tips.
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00:00 Intro
01:00 Prioritizing Salah Over Everything Else
04:39 Salah Should Not Be Transactional?
05:17 The Dean, The Masjid & A Life-Changing Handshake
09:29 Dua Isn't Enough - You Have To Make The Effort
12:01 Putting Yourself Out There For Marriage
2026-08-161h 08IlmFeed Podcast"Why I Want to Quit Social Media" - The Sunnah Guy Opens UpHe's got 3.5 million followers, went viral more times than he can count, and coaches other creators on how to master the algorithm. But a part of him wants to leave it all behind.
In this episode, Ustadh Shabbir sits down with Shoaib Hussain - better known as the Sunnah Guy - for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what fame actually costs. From the suicidal DMs he receives daily, to why he's always believed social media is "one of the worst drugs that exists," to what led him to stop posting daily after nearly 700 consecutive days.
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2026-08-011h 18IlmFeed Podcast3 Powerful Tips on How to Raise Children Who Love Islam - Ustadh Mohamad BaajourUstadh Shabbir was joined by Ustadh Mohamad Baajour who shared 3 practical tips in how to raise righteous children.
00:00 - Introduction
01:26 - What is your favourite Du'a from the Qur'an?
04:46 - What is your favourite Du'a from the Sunnah?
07:00 - The power of Istighfar
11:49 - Do this Sunnah to have an angel make Du'a for you
13:46 - Tarbiyyah Role as an imam at the EPIC mosque
24:45 - Encouraging the youth to attend Fajr
24:58 - New challenges and dangers faced by today's youth
2025-03-091h 06IlmFeed PodcastI Met My Dad After 23 Years! - Mohammad ShoaibUstadh Shabbir was joined by Moahmmad Shoaib who shared their experiences as young dads and Shoaib discussed how not having a father figure as a child inspired him to strive harder to be a great dad to his own children.
00:00 - Introduction
02:30 - Hadith about fatherhood
04:54 - Feeling 'ready' to be a father
09:27 - Being an active dad
15:31 - Balancing fatherhood and other responsibilities
20:29 - Reconciliation with absent father through Islam
29:03 - Navigating fatherhood through faith
36:57 - Homeschooling
45:40 - Parenting discipline and boundaries
56:53 - The importance of fatherly...
2025-02-161h 09IlmFeed PodcastA Muslim Woman's Powerful Story of Turning Grief into Strength | Hafsah AdhamShaykha Fatima Barkatullah is joined by Hafsah Adham, who speaks about how her faith in Allah helped her deal with her husband's death and why Muslims should engage in ethical business and marketing.
00:00 - Introduction
04:25 - Coping With Husband's Death and Finding Purpose
08:04 - Grieving and Finding Strength
17:16 - Navigating Grief and Support Systems
24:22 - Faith, Grief, and Acceptance
28:27 - Living with Intention and Purpose
35:14 - Forgiveness and Faith
41:30 - Navigating Online Business and Ethical Marketing
50:57 - Authenticity in B...
2025-01-191h 16IlmFeed PodcastThe TRUTH about SYRIA & Why Muslims Should be Optimistic - Sh Mujahid AliUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Mujahid Ali who speaks about seeking knowledge in Syria before the revolution, why the Ummah should celebrate the downfall of the Assad regime and why Muslims should be optimistic about the future.
00:00 - Introduction
02:06 - The fall of the Assad regime
04:27 - Choosing Syria to seek Islamic knowledge.
06:32 - Arrival and settling in Syria for studies.
07:53 - Initial observations about Bashar al-Assad's regime.
15:34 - Spiritual environment in Damascus and study routine.
17:22 - Historical significance of the Sham region.
21:05 - Contributions of the Umayyad Caliphate.
2024-12-121h 05IlmFeed PodcastSami Hamdi's POWERFUL MESSAGE to the Ummah About the Struggle for GAZAUstadh Shabbir is joined by Sami Hamdi who speaks about the need for supportive families, his journey into Tunisian politics, lessons from Bosnia and why Muslims should not stop struggling for Gaza.
00:01 - Balancing Family and Activism
06:19 - Marriage and Building a Fortress
15:33 - Purpose and Expectations in Marriage
25:58 - Shaping Influences and Political Realities
37:24 - Power Dynamics in Tunisian Politics
41:45 - Lessons in Leadership and Influence
45:56 - Staying True to Islamic Principles in Politics
49:24 - Lessons in Practice and Faith
55:47 - Impact of Gaza on US Politics
59:13 - Impact...
2024-12-011h 40IlmFeed PodcastWhy Muslims Should not IGNORE the Mental Health Crisis! | Dr Rania AwaadShaykha Fatima Barkatullah is joined by Dr Rania Awaad who discusses the Islamic perspective on mental health.
00:00 - Intro
02:38 - First impressions of Britain's Muslim commnunity
03:37 - Dr Rania's Role Models
04:55 - Combining Deen & Dunya
06:16 - Entering the mental health profession
07:18 - The difference between psychiatry and psychology
08:17 - Muslim attitude towards mental health
09:20 - The resilience of the Palestinians
10:05 - Has mental health issues increased?
11:15 - How to build resilience in our children
15:18 - W...
2024-11-1853 minIlmFeed PodcastWhy I Quit the Music Industry | Safe AdamUstadh Shabbir is joined by Safe Adam who explains why he quit being a singer-songwriter in the mainstream music industry and how Allah helped him become a successful nasheed artist.
2024-07-2859 minIlmFeed PodcastWhy So Many Marriages are Failing and the Solutions! | Qari Ishaaq JasatUstadh Shabbir is joined by Qari Ishaaq Jasat, where they identify some of the reasons why marriages are failing and discuss ways people can make their marriages stronger.
00:00 - Intro
02:38 - Receiving 13 divorce cases in one month
06:22 - Is marriage difficult?
10:21 - Why marriages are breaking down - some examples
17:49 - Be clear about expectations BEFORE marriage
20:21 - Marriage requires constant learning
25:01 - Why some marriages don't last for more than 2 years
34:42 - Why you should never compare your spouse to s...
2024-06-2659 minIlmFeed PodcastThe Greatest Miracle of My Life | Rahim JungUstadh Shabbir is joined by Rahim Jung who discusses powerful lessons from his life and shares the greatest miracle of his life.
00:00 - Intro
02:58 - Growing up without a Muslim identity
09:18 - What sparked me to come back to Islam
11:45 - Getting the Dunya and feeling an emptiness
14:49 - Happiness vs Contentment
18:33 - Accepting our Qadr
20:19 - Don’t chase fame!
21:44 - Beware of the hidden shirk
23:23 - The powerful example of Umar (ra)
25:18 - How to rem...
2024-04-041h 07IlmFeed PodcastHow to Pray Like the Prophet ﷺ | Ustadh Asim KhanUstadh Shabbir is joined by Ustadh Asim Khan where they share practical tips on how to develop khushu (focus & devotion) in salah.
00:00 - Intro
02:24 - What's the strangest place you've played Salah in?
07:01 - Leading Salah at Masjid Al Aqsa
08:04 - One tip which has transformed Ustadh Asim's Salah
09:24 - The power of Wudhu
12:29 - Should we focus on Fiqh or Khushu more?
13:38 - What is Khushu?
15:22 - Being 'present' with the mind and body in Salah
16:54 - Having r...
2024-03-191h 07IlmFeed PodcastMy Unforgettable Qur'an Journey - Lessons & Tips | Ustadh Yahya RaabyUstadh Shabbir and Ustadh Yahya Raaby share their hifdh journeys and discuss ways in how we can develop a relationship with the Qur'an. Ustadh Yayha also shares tips on how to have a productive Ramadan.
00:00 - Intro
01:59 - Memorable Ramadan moments
05:00 - Leading Tarawih for the first time
08:03 - Ustadh Yahya’s Qur’an Journey
15:19 - The Somali way of revising the Qur’an
16:17 - Ustadh Shabbir’s best days of his life
18:59 - Learning life lessons from teachers
21:59 - Learning Arabic in...
2024-02-291h 03IlmFeed PodcastHow to Find Halal Love | Sh Ibraheem MenkUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Ibraheem Menk where they speak about how to find a spouse and what struggles people go through when looking for someone suitable.
00:00 - Intro
03:45 - Does marriage fix everything?
11:47 - When will we know when we are ready to get married?
19:10 - Negotiables & non-negotiables, making compromises
23:53 - Mature love
25:35 - Don't pin your happiness on others
28:01 - If men get Hoors, what will women get in Jannah?
31:24 - How do I find someone?
32:30...
2024-02-1156 minIlmFeed PodcastHow to Read Minds & Hearts | Sh Navaid AzizUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Navaid Aziz where they discuss prophetic emotional intelligence and how we can learn it.
00:00 - Intro
02:20 - What does Islam say about emotions?
05:13 - Masculinity
09:27 - Finding the right balance with our emotions
13:02 - Channelling emotions for the sake of Allah
13:45 - Intelligence vs. emotional intelligence
15:28 - What is emotional intelligence?
16:18 - The Prophet’s ﷺ emotional intelligence
17:30 - The man who urinated in the Prophet’s ﷺ masjid
21:54 - How the Prophet ﷺ won hearts
23:45 - The Prophet’s ﷺ experience of pain & empathy for others...
2024-01-141h 03IlmFeed PodcastHow to Raise Children who Love Allah | Ustadh Hisham Abu YusufUstadh Shabbir is joined by Ustadh Hisham Abu Yusuf where they discuss what it means to be a father and how to raise righteous children.
00:00 - Intro
01:27 - Which name of Allah resonates with you right now?
03:04 - Why I don't use a smartphone
06:08 - Giving children good names
15:07 - Becoming a dad as a teenager!
21:55 - Practical parenting tips
27:42 - What are you kids watching on YouTube?
32:00 - Why aren't people getting married young?
35:43 - Individualism
38:42...
2023-12-241h 01IlmFeed PodcastPalestine: Why Islam Will Win | Shaykh Dr Haitham Al-HaddadUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Dr Haitham Al-Haddad where they discuss the positives that can be taken from what's happening in Palestine. Shaykh Haitham also shares a roadmap Muslims could follow to achieve success both locally and internationally as an ummah.
00:00 - Intro
03:49 - Imani lessons we can learn from Palestine
05:58 - Allah wants this Ummah to lead
08:35 - The hypocrisy of the West has been exposed
09:31 - Don't expect that you won't be tested
11:23 - This is a clash of civilisations
15:54...
2023-12-071h 21IlmFeed PodcastPalestine: Reclaiming the Narrative | Dr Asim QureshiUstadh Shabbir is joined by Dr Asim Qureshi where they analyse some of the media narratives about Palestine and how Muslims should approach this topic.
00:00 - Intro
02:19 - How are you feeling about what’s happening in Palestine?
04:10 - Being available for the Palestinians - what can you do for them?
09:05 - Is it correct to call it a ‘conflict’?
10:42 - Should it be described as ‘complicated’?
12:03 - Can you be Anti-Semitic if you stand with Palestine?
14:01 - Supporting Palestinian resistance
16:15 - Should yo...
2023-10-221h 11IlmFeed PodcastCoping with the Death of a Loved One | Shakil MaljiUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shakil Malji who speaks about how losing a child brought him closer to Allah.
00:00 - Intro
01:30 - What was your turning point in life?
04:36 - The blessings of Allah
05:50 - Connecting to Allah
07:14 - Son being diagnosed with SMA Type 1
10:37 - How I turned to Allah
14:57 - Being a driver for celebrities
17:47 - Allah is the best of planners
19:10 - Allah doesn’t test a person more than what they handle
23:06 - People struggling to enter Islam
29:30 - Walk to All...
2023-09-271h 10IlmFeed PodcastWhy do Bad Things Happen? | Ustadh AbdelRahman MurphyUstadh Shabbir is joined by Ustadh AbdelRahman Murphy where they discuss the question, 'why do bad things happen?' and share tips on how to endure trials & challenges in life.
00:00 - Intro
01:35 - Translating a book: THe Benefits of Trial & Tribulations
03:00 - You're not alone in being tested
04:30 - Tasting success through tests
06:51 - Reflecting on Allah's names - Ad Dhar & An-Nafi'
08:49 - Ma'rifah: Attaining deep conviction
13:59 - The meaning of Fitnah
15:27 - The difference between a test and a punishment
2023-09-0954 minIlmFeed PodcastPowerful Seerah Moments | Dr Salah ShariefUstadh Shabbir is joined by Dr. Salah Sharief where they reflect upon powerful moments from the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
2023-08-131h 16IlmFeed PodcastImams Talk Money & Business | Shaykh AshiqUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Kazi Ashiqur Rahman where they speak about money and business and how Muslims should view wealth in Islam.
2023-07-301h 01IlmFeed PodcastEP 094 - Atheism to Islam, Translating the Qur’an, Running a Publishing House - Amatullah BantleyUstadha Fatima Barkatullah is joined by Amatullah Bantley who helped produce the popular Qur'an translation known as 'Sahih International'.
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2022-04-101h 11IlmFeed PodcastEP 093 - Breastfeeding Advice, Natural Vs. Formula, Raising Healthy Babies - Aysha AbrarUstadha Fatima Barkatulla is joined by certified Lactation Counselor Aysha Abrar where they discuss matters related to breastfeeding and motherhood.
Aysha's website: http://www.ahlanmotherhood.com
2022-03-281h 02IlmFeed PodcastEP 092 - Building Confidence as Muslims, Servitude & Leadership - Mohammad ArshadIn this episode of the IlmFeed Podcast, Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Mohammad Arshad where they talk about creating an impact in society.
Mohammad’s free training for Confidence and Speaking: https://www.muslimmastery.com/confidence
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2022-01-2456 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 091 - Is Islamic Finance Actually Islamic? - Umer SulemanUstadha Fatima is joined by Umer Suleman from Wahed Invest where they speak about Islamic Finance.
A child's first guide to Halal investing: https://halal.wahedinvest.com/yusufsinvestment
2021-11-141h 37IlmFeed PodcastEP 090 - Travelling to 100+ Countries, Learning Languages, Making Hijrah - Dr. Waleed HakeemUstadh Shabbir is joined by Dr. Waleed Hakeem who shares his experiences of travelling to more than 100 countries!
Visit Dr. Waleed's website: https://www.ilmpath.com/
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2021-10-101h 09IlmFeed PodcastEP 089 - Transforming Your Prayer, Tips For Focus in Salah, Avoiding Distractions - Iqbal NasimIn this episode, Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Iqbal Nasim where they explore ways in which we can improve our salah.
2021-09-2659 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 088 - Getting Married Young, Cambridge Eco-Mosque, UK Muslim Heritage - Shahida RahmanUstadha Fatima is joined by Shahida Rahman to discuss topics such as the Muslim history of Cambridge, the benefits of getting married young and how more sisters can get involved in mosques.
2021-09-191h 22IlmFeed PodcastEP 087 - Muslim High Performance, Tips on Getting Good Sleep, Islamic New Year Goals - Tushar ImdadUstadh Shabbir is joined by Tushar Imdad who speaks about you can perform to your best in whatever task you wish to undertake.
2021-08-081h 08IlmFeed PodcastEP 086 - Performing Hajj 20 Times, Incredible Hajj Stories, Dhul Hijjah at Home - Na'eem RazaUstadh Shabbir is joined by Na'eem Raza who speaks about his experiences on performing Hajj 20 times.
2021-07-1846 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 085 - Why Are Muslim Women Delaying Marriage? - Farhat AminIn this episode, Ustadha Fatima is joined by sister Farhat Amin where they discuss topics such as feminism, capitalism and how Muslims are being influenced by such concepts.
2021-07-111h 36IlmFeed PodcastEP 084 - Connecting With the Qur'an, Loving Al-Aqsa, The People of Palestine - Dr. Haifaa YounisIn this episode, Ustadha Fatima talks with Dr Haifaa Younis about her reflections on the pandemic, the situation in Palestine, the importance of Masjid al-Aqsa and how to stay connected to the Qur'an outside of Ramadan.
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2021-05-301h 04IlmFeed PodcastEP 083 - Celebrations in Palestine, Standing up for Al Aqsa, Deconstructing Propaganda - Lauren BoothUstadha Fatima is joined by Lauren Booth where they discuss the recent events in Palestine and why we should continue to support the efforts to liberate Palestine.
2021-05-241h 04IlmFeed PodcastEP 082 - Leadership Lessons from Rasulullah ﷺ, Service During the Pandemic - Sh Yawar BaigUstadha Fatima is joined by Sheikh Mirza Yawar Baig to discuss leadership lessons from Rasulullah ﷺ, how many of today's societies are like the times of the Prophet ﷺ and the qualities of a true leader leader - the example of Prophet Nuh, servant leadership, and having conviction in our projects.
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2021-05-021h 14IlmFeed PodcastEP 081 - Show Up in Your Life, Masculine Energy, Imperfect Ramadans - Na'ima B. RobertUstadha Fatima is joined by Na’ima B. Robert who speaks about being present in your life, not comparing your life with others, Ramadan with kids and more.
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2021-04-251h 20IlmFeed PodcastEP 080 - Ramadan in Guantanamo, Emergency Fiqh, US Soldiers Embracing Islam - Moazzam BeggUstadha Fatima is joined by Moazzam Begg who speaks about his incarcaration at Guantanamo and how he spent Ramadan as a prisoner.
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2021-04-181h 05IlmFeed PodcastEP 079 - Medical School to Al-Azhar, Ramadan Top Tips, Ramadan for Kids - Shaykh Saalim Al-AzhariUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Saalim Al-Azhari who shares his journey from medical school in England to Egypt's Al-Azhar. They also discuss tips for Ramadan and how love for the deen can be instilled in our children.
2021-04-1147 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 078 - Stories in the Qur'an, Lessons from Surah Yusuf, Reflection Tips - Ustadh Shabbir HassanUstadh Shabbir and Toyris Miah discuss how we can make the stories in the Qur'an relatable to our lives.
Pre-order Ustadh Shabbir's upcoming book, 'A Beautiful Patience: 40 Lessons from Surah Yusuf': http://launchgood.com/surahyusuf
2021-04-0453 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 077 - Atheism to Islam, Launching LaunchGood, Uplifting the Muslim Community - Chris BlauveltUstadh Shabbir is joined by LaunchGood's Co-Founder Chris Abdur-Rahman Blauvelt who shares his journey to Islam and how he helped fund LaunchGood. Sign up to LaunchGood's Ramadan Challenge: http://launchgood.com/TeamIlmfeed
2021-03-281h 02IlmFeed PodcastEP 076 - Memorising the Qur'an, Losing My Memory, Memorisation Tips - Qari Ishaaq JasatUstadh Shabbir is joined by Qari Ishaq Jasat where he shares his Qur'an journey and how he came back to the Qur'an after getting involved in the wrong things. They also share memorisation tips to help people with their hifdh.
2021-03-2149 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 075 - Islamic Wills, Preparing for the Afterlife, Managing Finances - Ustadh Ibrahim KhanUstadh Shabbir is joined by Islamic Finance Guru's Co-Founder Ustadh Ibrahim Khan where they speak about the important but overlooked topic of Islamic wills.
2021-03-0748 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 074 - Young Muslim Struggles, Our Obligations Towards The Elderly, 'Turning The Tide' - Suma DinUstadha Fatima and Suma Din discuss how the struggles facing young Muslims have changed, the importance of building strong Islamic foundations during youth, our need to slow down and spend time with and learn from our elders, and Suma Din's book 'Turning the Tide.'
2021-02-141h 21IlmFeed PodcastEP 073 - Seerah: Learning Lessons, How to Reflect, Reading Harry Potter - Ustadh Asim KhanUstadh Shabbir and Ustadh Asim share reflections and tips on how to take vualuable lessons from the life of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him).
Pre-order The Simple Seerah book here: http://launchgood.com/SimpleSeerah
2021-01-3159 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 072 - Etiquettes of Social Media, Exposing Sins, Blocking People - Ustadh AbdelRahman MurphyIn this episode, Ustadh Shabbir and Ustadh AbdelRahman Murphy have a discussion on the etiquettes of using social media, understanding the reality of social media and some of the pros and cons associated with it.
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2021-01-241h 08IlmFeed PodcastEP 071 - Blessings of Allah, 25 Years of Nasheeds, Defining Success - Zain BhikhaIn his first appearance on a podcast, Zain Bhikha shares his journey as a nasheed artist spanning 25 years, why we must always be thankful to Allah, what is real successs and how he has had adapt to a changing world.
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2021-01-1746 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 070 - Pressures On Muslim Students, Feminism, Women's Access to Mosques - Ustadha Muslema PurmulIn this episode, Ustadha Fatima talks to Ustadha Muslema Purmul about the struggles that Muslim university students face today, feminism, the challenges some Muslim women face accessing some mosques, chivalry and the complementary differences between men and women.
2021-01-102h 06IlmFeed PodcastEP 069 - COVID-19 Vaccines, Side Effects, Myths Debunked - Dr Wajid Akhtar & Dr Imran QureshiIn this episode, Ustadh Shabbir poses questions about the COVID-19 vaccines to Dr Wajid Akhtar and Dr Imran Qureshi (Consultant in Infection).
Topics:
0:00 - Introduction
02:15 - Guests' Qualifications & Credentials
07:49 - The different COVID-19 vaccines and how they differ
09:55 - How were the vaccines developed and approved so quickly?
12:53 - How were the vaccines tested?
16:06 - What ingredients do these vaccines contain?
18:15 - How an mRNA vaccine works.
21:41 - Are there any haram ingredients in the vaccines?
23:51 - Are there any risks and side effects associated with the C...
2021-01-0256 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 068 - Looking Back at 2020, Staying Strong, Relying on Allah - Shaykh Ibraheem MenkUstadh Shabbir and Shaykh Ibraheem Menk look back at 2020 and share tips on how to adopt patience and resilience in the face of difficulties.
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2020-12-2753 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 067 - Qur'an Translations, Misinterpreting Verses - Dr. Sohaib SaeedUstadh Shabbir and Dr. Sohaib Saeed have a discussion about Qur'an translations and how Qur'an verses are sometimes misinterpreted by those who don't have a good understanding of the Arabic language.
2020-12-201h 04IlmFeed PodcastEP 066 - Marriage Struggles & Divorce in Lockdown, Tips on Raising a Hafidh - Umm TalhaUstadha Fatima and Umm Talha talk about the struggles people have been facing in their marriages and family during lockdown, the importance of making time for the Qur’an in our daily lives and advice on raising a hafidh.
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2020-12-131h 18IlmFeed PodcastEP 065 - Loving the Prophet, Responding to Insults, Freedom of Speech - Mufti MuneerUstadh Shabbir is joined by Mufti Muneer where they discuss what it means to love the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), how Muslims should respond to insults against the Prophet and freedom of speech.
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2020-12-0559 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 064 - Lessons from Aisha (RA), Hijabi Fashion, Reclaiming Women’s Spaces - Ustadha Nuriddeen KnightUstadha Fatima Barkatulla is joined by Ustadha Nuriddeen Knight where they discuss various topics including choosing Islam for yourself, lessons from the life of Aisha (ra), the commodification and economic appropriation of hijab and the time and place for beauty.
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2020-11-281h 21IlmFeed PodcastEP 063 - Lessons from Covid, Reviving the Ummah, the Power of Surah Yusuf - Shaykh Yasir QadhiUstadha Fatima Barkatulla is joined by Shaykh Yasir Qadhi where they discuss various topics including what lessons we can learn from the pandemic, how to revive the ummah and lessons from Surah Yusuf.
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2020-10-241h 14IlmFeed PodcastEP 062 - Modesty, Fashion, Self-Esteem - Shaykh Saad TasleemUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Saad Tasleem where they discuss all things related to trends, modesty, self-esteem, inward vs outward, and more!
2020-09-2852 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 061 - Marriage: Self-Reflection, Managing Expectations, What to Look for - Mufti Abdur-RahmanUstadh Shabbir and Mufti Abdur-Rahman Mangera speak about various aspects relating to marriage from the need for self-reflection, managing one's expectations of marriage and what to look for in a spouse.
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2020-09-1256 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 060 - Reviving the Hijri Calendar, Productivity Tips, Overcoming Laziness - Mohammed FarisShabbir is joined by Mohammed Faris, the founder of The Productive Muslim company who dicussess how to start the new Islamic year off strongly, how to overcome laziness, and some essential productivity tips!
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2020-08-2657 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 059 - Influencers, Clout-Chasing, The Perils of Fame - Omar ShahidShabbir Hassan and Omar Shahid dive deep into the world of online influencers and discuss influencer marketing, how social media can be used for good and why being an influencer may not always be good for one's spiritual and mental well-being.
00:00 Introduction
04:30 What is an 'influencer'?
06:59 Being a positive influencer
10:50 Influencer marketing
13:00 Vanity metrics - more followers doesn't mean someone is more qualified
16:13 Are Muslim influencers representatives of Islam?
20:23 "Don't become an influencer" - the perils of fame
28:20 Everyone has some level of influence
29:57 The need for personal accountability
2020-07-1141 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 058 - Optimism in Difficult Times, Overcoming Racism, Prejudice & Bias - Shaykh Mikaeel SmithDespite difficulties and challenges, Shaykh Mikaeel Smith explains why as Muslims we should remain optimistic. He also explains how Malcolm X led him to Islam and why the Muslim community needs to understand the difference between racism, prejudice & bias and how to overcome them.
0:00 - Introduction
2:35 - Lockdown - A Blessing in Disguise?
5:00 - Having an Optimistic Outlook
12:12 - George Floyd's Killing
15:52 - Challenging Police Brutality & Getting Arrested
23:08 - Systemic Oppression in America
27:19 - Embracing Islam and Malcolm X's Influence
34:27 - Understanding and Overcoming Racism, Prejudice & Bias
55:25 - Protesting...
2020-06-271h 05IlmFeed PodcastEP 057 - Ramadan & Qur'an Under Lockdown, Spiritual vs. Medical Guidance - Qari Hussain AnwarIn our first IlmFeed Podcast under lockdown, Ustadh Shabbir is joined by Qari Hussain Anwar where they speak about the prospect of spending the whole of Ramadan at home without being able to go to the masjid.
2020-04-1836 minIlmFeed PodcastFriday Reminder: Prophetic Gratitude in Times of Hardship - Ustadh Abid KhanThis week's Friday reminder was by Ustadh Abid Khan and he spoke about prophetic gratitude in times of hardship.
2020-04-1730 minIlmFeed PodcastFriday Reminder: Prophetic Optimism - Shaykh Hasib NoorThis week's Friday reminder was by Shaykh Hasib Noor and he spoke about prophetic optimism.
2020-04-1040 minIlmFeed PodcastFriday Reminder: Making the Most Out of Isolation - Hassan ShiblyAssalamualaykum dear IlmFeed Podcast listeners.
We have had to suspend recordings of new podcast episodes due to the Coronavirus pandemic and we are currently looking at ways to conduct podcast recordings online.
We are also broadcasting live Friday reminders on Facebook as an alternative to the Jumu'ah khutbas which have been suspended in many countries. InshaAllah we will be uploading the audio onto our podcast channels every Friday.
2020-04-0330 minIlmFeed PodcastFriday Reminder: Tawakkul in Testing Times - Ustadh Shabbir HassanAssalamualaykum dear IlmFeed Podcast listeners.
We have had to suspend recordings of new podcast episodes due to the Coronavirus pandemic and we are currently looking at ways to conduct podcast recordings online.
We are also broadcasting live Friday reminders on Facebook as an alternative to the Jumu'ah khutbas which have been suspended in many countries. InshaAllah we will be uploading the audio onto our podcast channels every Friday.
2020-03-2725 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 056 - Engaging with Youth, Appearing on a Viral Video, Gang Violence - Ibn Ali MillerIn this episode Ibn Ali Miller discusses the need to engage and connect with the Muslim youth and his thoughts on a video which went viral which showed him stop a fight between two young men.
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2020-03-1558 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 055 - Parenting, Motherhood, The 5 Ps For Fulfilling Relationships - Dr. Mahera RubyIn this episode, Ustadha Fatima Barkatulla talks with Dr. Mahera Ruby about the importance of parenting coaches, the significance of motherhood, raising spiritual children and the 5 Ps for fulfilling relationships.
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2020-03-071h 30IlmFeed PodcastEP 054 - Poetry to Filmmaking, Being Sincere, Legacy Through Creativity - Boonaa MohammedIn this episode Boonaa Mohammed explains his spoken word journey and how he left the mainstream to produce poetry for the Muslim community. He also reveals why he thinks its important to tell stories and build a legacy through the creative medium such as poetry & film and speaks about his new film 'Righteous Sinner'.
2020-02-2459 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 053 - Befriending Qur'an Teachers, Refining Recitation, The 10 Modes of Recitation - Ustadh Jamal AbdinasirUstadh Jamal Abdinasir speaks about his hifdh journey, spending time with his teachers in North London and how the different modes of recitation came to be.
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2020-02-1547 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 052 - Seeking Knowledge, Juggling Family Responsibilities and Caring for a Sick Child - Ustadha Saleha BukhariIn this episode, Ustadha Fatima Barkatulla talks with Ustadha Saleha Bukhari about seeking knowledge as a mature student, the responsibilities of being an Alima, the importance of understanding the Qur'an and juggling family responsibilities with studies and caring for a sick child.
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2020-02-081h 29IlmFeed PodcastEP 051 - Advising Others, Flying While Muslim, Defending Civil Rights - Hassan ShiblyHassan Shibly speaks about his eventful first few days in his hotel lobby, how Muslims can tackle Islamophobia and what motivated him to become a passionate defender of civil rights.
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2020-02-0149 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 050 - 50th Episode Special - Toyris Miah, Shabbir Hassan, Sa'id LoochToyris takes over the presenters seat in this special episode where he is joined by Shabbir and Sa'id.
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2020-01-251h 04IlmFeed PodcastEP 049 - Turning Back to Allah, Memorising the Qur'an, Purifying Our Hearts - Dr. Haifaa YounisIn this episode, Ustadha Fatima Barkatulla talks with the inspirational Dr. Haifaa Younis about how it's never too late to start memorising the Qur'an, making time to learn about Islam, lessons from Surah Maryam, how to purify our hearts and much more!
Dr Haifaa Younis is the Founder ofJannah Institute which aims to the Bring the Light of Islam to the Hearts and Homes of Women. For further details about the online courses that Dr Haifaa teaches, please visit; http://jannahinstitute.com
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2020-01-121h 30IlmFeed PodcastEP 048 - Losing a Spouse, Overcoming Grief, Identity, Owning Your Story - Na'ima B RobertIn this emotional and inspiring episode, Ustadha Fatima Barkatulla talks with sister Na'ima B Robert about her identity, her conversion to Islam, overcoming the loss of her husband of 15 years and how to own your own story.
You can download Na'ima's free audiobook at: http://bit.ly/giftfromNaima
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Unscripted Podcast - Islam21c MediaUnscripted #35 | Rewind with 5Pillars & IlmFeed | Dilly Hussain & Sa’id Looch
Join us this week on our special Unscripted Podcast #35 with Deputy Editors of IlmFeed & 5Pillars, Sa’id Looch & Dilly Hussain.
Sa’id Looch (IlmFeed) and Dilly Hussain (5Pillars) join Salman in a special highlight reel, looking back at the work of three leading Muslim platforms in the last year, as well as discussing their plans for 2020.
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2020-01-031h 31Podcast - Islam21c MediaUnscripted #35 | Rewind with 5Pillars & IlmFeed | Dilly Hussain & Sa’id Looch
Join us this week on our special Unscripted Podcast #35 with Deputy Editors of IlmFeed & 5Pillars, Sa’id Looch & Dilly Hussain.
Sa’id Looch (IlmFeed) and Dilly Hussain (5Pillars) join Salman in a special highlight reel, looking back at the work of three leading Muslim platforms in the last year, as well as discussing their plans for 2020.
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2020-01-031h 31Islam21c MediaUnscripted #35 | Rewind with 5Pillars & IlmFeed | Dilly Hussain & Sa’id Looch
Join us this week on our special Unscripted Podcast #35 with Deputy Editors of IlmFeed & 5Pillars, Sa’id Looch & Dilly Hussain.
Sa’id Looch (IlmFeed) and Dilly Hussain (5Pillars) join Salman in a special highlight reel, looking back at the work of three leading Muslim platforms in the last year, as well as discussing their plans for 2020.
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2020-01-031h 31IlmFeed PodcastEP 047 - Islam In Turkey, Honoured By The Qur’an, Imitating Famous Reciters - Hafiz Osman BostanciIn this episode Hafiz Osman discusses the Islam in Turkey, his personal journey with the Qur’an and how it honoured him. He also shares how he memorised the Qur'an using the Ottoman method and explains why he practices imitating famous reciters.
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2019-12-211h 10IlmFeed PodcastEP 046 - Growing up with a Disability, Embracing Islam, Studying Islam in Mauritania - Jody McIntyreJody McIntyre speaks about growing up with Cerebral palsy, facing discrimination as a disabled person, what led to his conversion to Islam and how he drove to Maritania in order to learn Arabic and memorise the Qur'an.
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2019-12-141h 05IlmFeed PodcastEP 045 - Muslims in the Media, Islamophobia, Reporting Hate Crime - Sahar Al-FaifiFatima Barkatulla is joined by Sahar Al-Faifi to discuss Muslim participation and engagement with the media, Islamophobia Awareness Month and practical tips for reporting hate crime.
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2019-11-3056 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 044 - Returning to Gaza, Becoming a Hafidh in Two Months, Dealing with Fame - Mohamed ZeyaraIn this episode Mohamed Zeyara recounts returning to his home land in Gaza where he became a Hafidh of the Qur’an in two months. He also talks about dealing with fame and how it made a better person. He ends the discussion focusing on how important engaging in charity work, how it helped develop his character as well as bringing him closer to Allah.
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2019-11-231h 03IlmFeed PodcastEP 043 - From Hollywood to Ertuğrul - Reshad StrikActor Reshad speaks about how he turned down a leading role in a Hollywood show because of his commitment to his faith, starring in Diriliş: Ertuğrul and the need for more shows which highlight Islamic history.
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2019-11-1655 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 042 - Muslim Schools, RSE Legislation and Resisting Peer Pressure - Someerah & Son Hudhayfah----more----Ustadha Fatima is joined by Headteacher, Someerah Butt, and son Hudhayfah Ashraf to discuss all things Muslims schools, childhood development and the controversies around the Relationships and Sex Education legislation.
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2019-11-091h 56IlmFeed PodcastEP 041 - Black History in Islam, Before Malcolm X, African Prophets - Mustafa BriggsUstadh Shabbir is joined by Mustafa Briggs who speaks black history in Islam, Islam in America before Malcolm X, the prophets who were sent to Africa and how ignorance leads to racism.
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2019-11-021h 04IlmFeed PodcastEP 040 - Towards a United Ummah - Dr. Wajid AkhterDr. Wajid Akhter, the founder of Charity Weeks explains how it all began and how his vision to unite young Muslims was the driving force behind its inception.
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2019-10-261h 05IlmFeed PodcastEP 039 - Ten Conversations to Have Before Marriage, Emotional Intelligence - Shaykh Navaid AzizUstadh Shabbir is joined by Shaykh Navaid Aziz who discusses the perils of social media, what conversations to have when choosing a spouse.
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Shaykh Navaid Aziz is a Canadian Muslim public figure with a diverse academic and social background. He was raised in Montreal, Quebec where he completed a diplome d’etudes collegiales in social sciences from Champlain College. He then proceeded to the Islamic University of Madinah, where he completed an Associate’s Degree in the Arabic Language and a Bachelo...
2019-10-1958 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 038 - Marriage: Top Tips, Romance, Conflict Resolution, Secret Second Wives - Ustadh Asim KhanUstadh Shabbir Hassan and Ustadh Asim Khan discuss a range of topics in regards to marriage from romance to conflict resolution. Ustadh Asim also shares some top tips on how couples can improve their marital relationships.
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2019-10-121h 16IlmFeed PodcastEP 037 - Dealing with Rejection, Medical School, Joining the Islamic Society - Dr Naveed & ZakariaShabbir Hassan is joined by Dr Naveed Suhail Khan and Zakaria Rob who discuss how they dealt with being rejected from medical school, what lessons they learnt from that experience and how patience and perseverance enabled them to pursue their careers in medicine.
2019-10-0558 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 036 - Growing up as an Orphan, Dismissed from University, Losing a Child - Tufail HussainTufail Hussain, Director of Islamic Relief UK speaks about the challenges he faced growing up as an orphan and how the deen helped him recover from his downward spiral as a young man. He opens up about tragically losing his son whilst on holiday and shares valuable pieces of advice to those who may be experiencing similar tests.
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2019-09-211h 08IlmFeed PodcastEP 035 - Studying Alimiyyah in the UK, Lessons from Surah Al-Kahf - Ustadh Haaris Abdul SamadIn this episode, Ustadh Shabbir is joined by his former classmate Ustadh Haaris where they talk about their experiences in memorising the Qur'an and studying Alimiyyah in the UK.
2019-09-1448 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 034 - Leaving Christianity for Islam, Women in Mosques, Making Prayers a Must - Shaykha Dr. Tamara GrayUstadha Fatima Barkatulla is joined by Shaykha Dr. Tamara Gray to discuss how the idea of worshipping a “Male God” lead her to leave Christianity and embrace Islam, the struggles of being a female Muslim convert in the 80s, fasting while pregnant, the epidemic of missing Salah, women’s place in the Masjid, advice for budding scholars and so much more!
2019-09-071h 34IlmFeed PodcastEP 033 - Podcasting, Uni Life, Living Away from Home - Faisal Choudhry (Freshly Grounded)Shabbir Hassan is joined by the co-founder of the Freshly Grounded podcast Faisal Choudhry who shares some insights into how he got into podcasting and discusses whether or not going to university was beneficial for him. Watch this episode in 4K at http://youtube.com/ilmfeed
2019-08-241h 05IlmFeed PodcastEP 032 - What is Hajj Like?, Lessons from Ibrahim (as), Healing Through Umrah - Zain MiahShabbir Hassan is joined by Zain Miah who talks about what it was like performing Hajj last year and he also discusses a project he founded called Umrah Fund which supports people who are undergoing severe hardships. Learn more at: http://umrahfund.co.uk/
2019-08-1057 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 031 - Lessons for New Muslims, Islamophobia in Europe, Being Called ‘Tony Blair’s Sister-in-Law’ - Lauren BoothFatima Barakatulla is joined by Lauren Booth to discuss conversion to Islam, challenges for new Muslims, growing up with alcoholic parents, Islamophobia, activism, politics and much much more!
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2019-08-031h 34IlmFeed PodcastEP 030 - Lessons from Jahiliyyah, Judged For Tattoos, Dawah on Social Media - WayOfLifeSQShabbir is joined by SQ (WayOfLifeSQ) from New York who speaks about how he is using social media to advise others not to fall into the same mistakes he did during his jahiliyyah days and he shares practical tips on how to avoid temptations. Watch in 4K at youtube.com/ilmfeed
2019-07-271h 05IlmFeed PodcastEP 029 - Access to all Areas to Produce Films about Masjid Al Haram & Al Aqsa - Abrar HussainAbrar Hussain is the director of the documentaries One Day in the Haram & One Night in Al Aqsa.
He discusses how he managed to gain unprecedented access to two of the holiest sites in Islam and shares his experiences of directing both documentaries.
2019-07-2054 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 028 - Dealing with Depression, Choosing a Career in Creativity, Social Media to Mainstream - Ali OfficialIn this episode Shabbir Hassan is joined by Ali Official who discusses the challenges in pursuing a career in creativity and why he opened up about his mental health.
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2019-07-131h 07IlmFeed PodcastEP 027 - Therapy through NLP, The Power Within Mothers, Healing After Abuse - LaYinka SanniFatima Barkatulla is joined by LaYinka Sanni to discuss parenting, not letting problems grow, what to do when children make mistakes and much more!
2019-07-061h 27IlmFeed PodcastEP 026 - Tips for Starting and Growing a Successful Halal Business - Abidur & ShafiqurShabbir is joined by the Kazi brothers Abidur Rahman and Shafiqur Rahman to talk about business and entrepreneurship.
2019-06-2953 minIlmFeed PodcastEP 025 - A Message to Mosques, Saving Our Youth, Parenting Challenges - Shaykh Shams Ad DuhaShaykh Shams Ad Duha calls on mosques to do more for the youth to save them from gang violence, drugs and other challenges.
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