The hipsterfication of Ramadan
Mar 28, 2023•30 min
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Summary
This episode delves into how Ramadan's growing mainstream visibility and "hipsterfication" intersect with Gen Z Muslim identity and historical Islamophobia. Guests Salia Iqbal and Lina Ali share personal experiences, from cherished childhood traditions to adapting practices as adults and navigating challenges like fasting exemptions and cultural gentrification. They highlight the importance of respectful cultural exchange and the evolving nature of community and faith.Episode description
From intermittent fasting to Sydney’s iconic Lakemba markets, Ramadan has developed a mainstream visibility and hipster cachet it didn’t used to have. How do Gen Z Muslims in the West square this with historic Islamophobia? Journalist and podcaster Soaliha Iqbal and writer Lina Ali discuss the hipsterfication of Ramadan with host Sarah Malik.
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