Episodes
Salam and hello, I'm back briefly after a break and I've missed being here to create content! I just wanted to wish everyone a happy Ramadan and share the grief we've all been feeling as we witness the genocide happening in Gaza. May we see a free and liberated Palestine, from the river to the sea! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/03/24
Published 03/03/24
Hi friends, enjoy this solo episode reacting to the overturn of Roe v Wade and what #muslimtwitter is saying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 06/30/22
Hello Friends! Here is Part 2 of this episdoe, as promised :). In this episode, Fatima and I transition from talking about the struggle of growing up brown and Muslim to embracing who we are and CHOOSING to be Muslim. Hope you enjoy! Follow my instagram for more content! https://www.instagram.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 06/24/22
Hello friends! On this part 1 of a 2 part episode, I share the mic with Fatima who is a 20 year old Yemeni-American college student. We go DEEP into the struggle of accepting our identity as kids/teens, dealing with depression from isolation and bullying, and whitewashing ourselves to fit in. Please stay tune for part two that is coming up! Follow my instagram for latest info :) https://www.instagram.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 06/19/22
Marah Siyam is a 23-year-old Palestinian American. Marah graduated from Rutgers University- Newark with a bachelor’s degree in English as well as a minor in Fine Art and Art History. Born in Jerusalem and raised in both Palestine and the United States, she has a unique perspective on the struggles of balancing both cultures. Her work illuminates the perspective of the young Muslim American and aims to share it with readers of all ages. Marah began writing her debut novel on the first day of...
Published 06/08/22
Hi friends! This episode I am joined with the lovely Huma Saeedi. Huma is a registered psychotherapist and has been in the field for over 18 years and has worked with a diverse clientele. Huma has provided both individual and group therapy to people with primarily PTSD, along with other related mood and anxiety disorders. You asked the questions and we dug DEEP into healing and understanding trauma as well as other mental ailments. Enjoy! Check out Huma:...
Published 05/16/22
Welcome back everyone! On this episode I am joined by a lovely entrepreneur and founder of Flora and Noor. Flora & Noor was started by Jordan Karim, a mother of two and previous pharmaceutical consultant who created the brand to provide clinically effective skincare and body products without unnecessary harsh ingredients that are vegan, cruelty-free, halal, and inclusive. Thats right, HALAL, I was also suprised by this label. If you are like me and LOVE all things skin, than listen in on...
Published 05/09/22
Grab a drink (if it's after iftar of course) and some tissues because this heartfelt episode will tug at your heartstrings. I sit with the lovely Ahlam Said to talk about mennas, a contribution to Ahlam's mothers legacy of empowering women in Yemen. Mennas partners with female artisans in Yemen and pays them dignified wages for their unique bukhoor blends that are handmade in small batches. We talk about the impact our mothers have had on us and the bittersweet journey of better understanding...
Published 04/25/22
I catch up with a dear friend of mine Heba Hyder, author or Maymunah's Musings. We go deep into conversations of faith (Iman) and struggle. Hope you enjoy! Hebah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebasubehhyder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/04/22
Welcome back to part two of my episode with Aaya Al Shamahi. Be sure to check out part one if you havent already! Aaya is an illustrator and aspiring character animator. Through her art pieces and work as a video journalist, she celebrates Yemeni culture as well as exploring issues on identity and conflict. Be sure to check her out below! Aaya's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaya.al.shamahi/?hl=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast Learn more about your ad...
Published 02/25/22
Welcome back to a new episode! On this episode, the US meets the UK as I am joined by Aaya Al Shamah. Aaya is an illustrator and aspiring character animator. Through her art pieces and work as a video journalist, she celebrates Yemeni culture as well as exploring issues on identity and conflict. Be sure to check her out below! Aaya's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaya.al.shamahi/?hl=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 02/22/22
Hello again! Self care is so important to staying motivated and productive, in this episode I talk about my top practices that I have incorporated into my daily routine to stay on top of things and be proactive towards my goals. Hope you find some inspiration to stay focused, productive, and kind to yourself throughout your journey :) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/thismuslimgirl TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thismuslimgirlpod Learn...
Published 01/31/22
Welcome Back! On this episode I sit with Sabriah Bilal who is an American born Muslim from Philadelphia. A seasoned teacher of 19 years, public speaker, author and community activist. She is the founder and CEO of breebreespeaks which is a faith based organization that aims at empowering women to love themselves through trauma healing, life coaching and forgiveness. Sabriah began this organization 5 years ago after experiencing a tumultuous divorce and becoming a single mother...
Published 01/15/22
Hi you beautiful people! It has been a minute, but I wanted to record a quick episode saying hello, happy new year and that I have missed you! I have a new episdode coming out this month so stay tuned :) For latest content and epidodes follow TMGP here: instagram: instagram.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast twitter: twitter.com/thismuslimgirl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 01/09/22
Salam! Welcome back to another solo episode :) I took some of your suggested content from social media and created this episode to talk about some random, but highly interesting topics. Ill have a timestamp for each topic to help you navigate if you prefer to jump around :)   0:40 : I joined Clubhouse! 7:05 : More to the concept of halal/haram money 13:25 : Hijabi influencers taking of their hijab 19:40 : Getting married in the Yemeni Culture and Mahr (dowry) 26:16 : What steps should you...
Published 02/17/21
Get ready for a long winded rant...It has been a while since I have uploaded and what a year it has been! I have new episodes planned but before I uploaded those, I wanted to check in and talk about all things #2020 including the pandemic, the elections, the new momentum of the Black Lives Matter movement and the new vaccine... *sigh*   Catch ya in the next episode! Instagram: instagram.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/thismuslimgirlpodcast Noors Nook:...
Published 12/27/20
A passionate people connector bridging continents with her work, Alaa is a Serial Entrepreneur from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, who works as a Cultural Consultant, Art Director, and Illustrator. Her work focuses on brand development, art direction, business development, and design strategy. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 06/18/19
My sister Hana is back! On this episode she joins me during a Ramadan night to have some candid sisterly conversations about graduating college, Ramadan guilt, sibling relations and more. We also started a new segment called #twittertalks where we pick an interesting tweet and discuss it. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 06/10/19
I am joined with Jibreel Salaam and Mohamaed Hassan to discuss how Muslim men can be better allies to Muslim women. We asked for your input with questions and comments and we sat down, no filter, to talk about them. Enjoy!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/10/19
My guest, Sofia Haq, was born and raised in Southern California to a Pakistani and Arab father and Mexican and Spanish mother. Currently, Haq is a Marketing Consultant, Lead Experiential Learning Educator at Pathways Travels, and Founder of Muslim Women Professionals (MWP). MWP is an organization that promotes professional development for Muslim women. MWP promotes empowerment amongst women by educating, uplifting, and mobilizing a global network.
Published 04/29/19
This episode is inspired by the book "3000 Questions About Me". I bought this book to keep me occupied when I was traveling and it defiantly did the job. Random questions that make you reflect, laugh and sometimes cry. I recorded it with someone close to me- my best friend Khulood Hussin- because I wanted it to be fun and lighthearted. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/07/19
This episode is with The Rogue Muslim Podcast host, Samiyyah. Listen in on our conversation about friendships, social media engagement, and politics. Make sure to check out the continuation of our conversation on her podcast @theroguemuslim! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/20/19
Tara Ashraf is an international communications and media professional. She is a staff writer for Brown Girl Magazine and owns her own blog, In Between American. She has a master’s degree in International Media from American University in Washington, D.C., and a bachelor’s in Communication, Spanish, and English from St. John Fisher College in Rochester, NY. Join us on the conversation about representation and tokenization on instagram @thismuslimgirlpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 02/13/19