This discussion, originally uploaded on the Almir Colan YouTube channel, offers an Islamic analysis of a conversation between Christian and Jewish theologians and scholars about the biblical prohibition of interest (usury). As these scholars grapple with the concept of interest in modern economics, the episode presents an Islamic perspective on their interpretations and misunderstandings. Almir's Website: https://www.almircolan.com Muslim Money Matters website: https://www.muslimmoneymatters.com...
Jul 23, 2025•24 min
In this episode, Almir Colan joins students from the Muslim Money Matters (MMM) platform to discuss key financial concepts such as information asymmetry, the importance of due diligence, and how to recognize red flags in financial dealings. Together, they explore how Islamic principles can guide us in avoiding scams and financial traps. To learn more about Islamic finance and the economy, and to support the creation of content like this, consider becoming a member of the Muslim Money Matters pla...
Jul 19, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Almir Colan discussed the current state of the global economy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities presented by the ongoing economic crisis. He touched on key issues such as inflation, unemployment, government policies, and the impact of the pandemic on the global economy. Almir Colan also shared his insights on how businesses and individuals can navigate through these uncertain times, offering practical advice on investment strategies, risk management, and financial planning. He empha...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 27 min
Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! This is our final episode for season 3. We will be back in 2022 with the brand new season insha'Allah. In this episode, we finalise our discussion on "Earning a livelihood" and present a new way of conceptually framing popular crypto discussions: Topics: Crypto, bitcoin, tesla, shariah, economy, income, halal Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - Links > https://www.almircolan.com/links ----- All podcast links: https://www.islami...
Oct 02, 2021•27 min
Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! In this episode, we talk about leadership and its core aims and responsibilities within the Islamic economic framework. Islamic Economic Leadership framework photo available at: https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3-17 Learn more about The 3 Pillars of Islamic Economy - The Shepherds model - Episode 1.3 https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3 All podcast links : https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/links Podcast H...
Sep 01, 2021•30 min
Join me for a coffee and some spontaneous unscripted reflections about life and the economy. I also provide you with some insights into my own life and update on the podcast. - Almir Colan Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com/links ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic...
Aug 02, 2021•22 min
In this episode, we talk with Mustafa Aydemir - Senior Investment Analyst at Saturna. Topics include discussion on: What investment analysts do? How high net worth individuals invest their own money? Developments in Turkey, global economic trends, ESG and more. Connect with Mustafa Aydemir via Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-aydemir-5236011/ Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Chan...
Jul 14, 2021•1 hr 19 min
In this episode, we talk about the negative effects of poverty on individuals and society. Reference in the episode is from the book - "Economic Security in Islam" by Sh Yusuf al-Qaradawi. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finan...
Jun 29, 2021•15 min
Today we talk about the leadership lessons from the early stage of the state of Madina and its economy. Links: Almir's MasterClass: Leading with Islamic Finance - https://www.almircolan.com/masterclass Podcast Episode 3.1: The 3 Pillars of Islamic Economy - The Shepherds model https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3 Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group...
Jun 24, 2021•26 min
In this preliminary discussion, we share some intuitive principles that should help us when deciding to invest in shares. Aim today is to frame the issues and challenge the way we usually look at the topic itself and market participants in particular. More discussions about screening rules and various rulings will follow later on insha'Allah. Topics: Shariah-compliant vs Shairah-based business, speculators, investors, stock, day traders, leadership. ***Join Almir's email list for more informatio...
Jun 14, 2021•28 min
Good money and a good financial system need two things: 1] Collective cooperation that disincentivises the debasement of the currency. 2] Social order to prevent harm. Today, unfortunately, governments are debasing our money, but the Crypto ecosystem is debasing the social order. No one should be in the business of making money from making money. The creation of money should be done for the public good and not for profit. -- Almir Colan's "Bitcoin 101" YouTube course is available at: https://bit...
Jun 07, 2021•27 min
In this episode, we ask what is more superior: Gratitude (Shukr) for wealth or Patience (Sabr) in the face of Poverty? We also have a little chat about (day) trading and cryptocurrency speculations that seems to dominate our news cycle. Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: ht...
May 31, 2021•33 min
In this post-Ramadan episode, we share reflections about news from Palestine as well as trends with crypto news. Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by...
May 18, 2021•15 min
Have you ever wondered how Zakat incentivises the circulation of money and alleviate the root causes of poverty? In this episode, Sh. Abdullah Hasan explains the Wisdom and Benefits of correctly implemented Zakat in solving short and long term economic, social and spiritual challenges in our society. Connect with Sh. Abdullah Hasan: https://www.facebook.com/imamabdullahhasan SPRING FOUNDATION: https://spring-foundation.com Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Pod...
Apr 27, 2021•42 min
In this Special Ramadan episode, we talk about Gratitude as the core life-changing concept around which our purpose of life revolves. "And Allah has extracted you from the wombs of your mothers not knowing a thing, and He made for you hearing and vision and hearts [i.e., intellect] that perhaps you would be grateful." - Qur'an 16:78 And [remember] when your Lord proclaimed, 'If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]; but if you deny, indeed, My punishment is severe.'" - Quran 14...
Apr 20, 2021•1 hr 33 min
In this episode, we talk to brother Shaheed Drew about some lessons regarding the topic of earning a livelihood. We also talk about his book "40 Hadiths Relating to Islamic Finance" and the very interesting history of Muslims in Australia (and why Muslim traders came to South East Asia). Br Shaheed also shares how some of the companions like Abu Bakr r.a. and great imams like Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik and Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal used to balance their work for Islam/ummah with earning a livelihoo...
Apr 12, 2021•34 min
After earning what is necessary for oneself, is (further) occupation with earning better or devotion to worship? We are following writings attributed to Imam Muhammad al Shaybabni - The Book of Earning a Livelihood. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://w...
Apr 06, 2021•25 min
Is seeking means of earning something that goes against taqwa and reliance on Allah the Most High as the provider? Or is it contradictory to shari'ah? Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the convers...
Mar 29, 2021•20 min
This week we bring you Almir Colan's extended interview with Salaam Podcast. In this wide-ranging episode, we talk about Almir's early life in Bosnia, his journey to Islamic finance, life lessons, entrepreneurship and much more! This is a marathon podcast so get some coffee ready and enjoy. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfin...
Mar 22, 2021•2 hr 29 min
In this episode, we remind ourselves that earning a livelihood is the way of the Messengers, may Allah bless them all, and we are commanded to follow and emulate their guidance. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with...
Mar 16, 2021•15 min
We continue talking about livelihood within the Islamic economic paradigm. We also look at trade as a mechanism for earning and provisioning livelihood for the common good. In addition, we extend the money mastery analogy to include a component of discipline that safeguards from corruption while working for a livelihood. Topics: piety, taqwa, zuhd, trade, riba, economy, prudence, abstinence, money, wealth, blessings. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast H...
Mar 09, 2021•25 min
Welcome to our new season. In this season we talk about obtaining wealth and prudently organising our livelihood. We will follow book attributed to Imam Muhammad al Shaybabni - The Book of Earning a Livelihood (Kitab Al-kasb), from which season takes the name. With that in mind, this season will aim to cover various questions on money matters, income, career, investments and so on insha'Allah. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media ...
Mar 01, 2021•27 min
This is our final episode for season 2. We will be back next week insha'Allah with the brand new season. In this episode, we ask our listeners 25 questions from season 2. We recommend that you pause and try answering each question yourself before listening to the answer. The episode was recorded live via zoom. (edited for podcast) Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. ------- Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube cha...
Feb 22, 2021•24 min
In this episode, we talk about some arguments that are usually put forward in order to claim that conventional insurance is halal or permissible. We also highlight how in principle conventional insurance differs from Takaful or Islamic version of 'insurance'. Topic: insurance, riba, interest, usury, contracts, risk, uncertainty, gharar, takaful Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https:/...
Feb 15, 2021•29 min
In this episode, we talk about the concept of taxation and how it relates to the role of the government, freedoms and active citizenry. We also talk a little bit about the latest news and gamification of financial markets. Topics: dogecoin, trading, short selling, government, leadership, tax, regulations. ---------- Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! ---------- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram channel at: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast Almir's Youtube ...
Feb 08, 2021•43 min
It this episode we talk about the recent moves in the US Stock market and how a group of Reddit traders led financial warfare against Wall street Hedge funds. Some have compared this to the epic battle between David and Goliath (Dawood and Jalut) - but we think there is more to the story. We also look at short selling that was used and if these types of speculative instruments are shariah compliant. Timeline of events: - Hedge funds shorted the share in GameStop (American video game retailer) an...
Feb 01, 2021•32 min
In this episode, we talk about limited liability, home loans and answer some contemporary questions. Topic: Limited liability, home loans, fees, debt, equity, transactions, charity, riba, interest. Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about n...
Jan 25, 2021•33 min
Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram channel at: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! In this episode: We take a deeper look at ribawi transactions. In particular, we analyse the "Student loan" to see if it is ribawi or not. In recent times we have seen several opinions about student loans so this is an opportunity to learn how to break down any contract to its most simple form. By reducing this transaction to its most simple f...
Jan 18, 2021•35 min
Big Tech refers to the major technology companies which have inordinate influence. (PCMag) In this episode, we talk about recent political events with regards to Big Tech as they relate to censorship, freedom of speech and consolidation of power. We also reflect on some lessons from the past year and trends with this podcast. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us ...
Jan 11, 2021•30 min
In this episode, we talk about freedom to enter into the contract and how Islamic law might deal with the question of a minimum wage. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here ....
Dec 28, 2020•38 min
