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EP 214: Shaykh Amir Origin Story (Part 5)
EP 213: Getting the Devout to Laugh | Jeremy McLellan
Jeremy McLellan is a comedian and someone subcontinent Muslims have been trying to convert for years.
[BBUK] EP 49: Drip, "Success" and Identity | Pak-Man
In this much-anticipated episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly and Aki Hussain speak with the veteran British rapper Pak-Man. #PakMan #Identity #BloodBrothersPodcast The British Pakistani rapper recounts childhood memories while growing up in south-west London. The hosts also discuss racism and how much importance should be given to Islam in forming our identity. Topics of discussion also include the limitations of material happiness, the prospects of Pak-Man starting a family, and the lo...
Did we make a MISTAKE?!
EP 212: Studying Muslim Trends and Patterns in the U.S | Dahlia Mogahed and Youssef Chouhoud
We are joined with Dahlia Mogahed and Youssef Chouhoud who are part of the Institute of Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU). They talk to us about some of the controversial findings in their latest research study. Dalia Mogahed is an American consultant of Egyptian origin. She is the Director of Research at the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding in Washington, D.C. Youssef Chouhoud is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Christopher Newport University Please support us: P...
EP 211: The Western Challenge on the Quran | Nouman Ali Khan
Quranic studies expert Nouman Ali Khan gives us the honor of having hosted him for the first time on any Podcast. Please support us: Patreon.com/themadmamluks or via PayPal themadmamluks.com/donate
EP 210: Exorcisms, The Evil Eye and Black Magic: Are Muslims required to have Superstitious Beliefs?
EP 209: The Shaykh Amir Origin Story [Part 4 - EGYPT]
[BBUK] EP 48: Male insecurities & Muslim women in public | LaYinka Sanni
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain hosts life coach and influencer LaYinka Sanni. #BloodBrothersPodcast #LaYinkaSanni #Muslimwomen The self-transformation expert from south London explains the spiritual and psychological layers of her work with mainly Muslim women. LaYinka and Dilly address the topic of Muslim women in the public space and male insecurities surrounding marital intimacy and emotional engagement. Topics of discussion also include childhood the different '...
EP 208: The Shaykh Amir Origin Story [Part 3 - EGYPT Year One]
Shaykh Amir talks about his first few years in Egypt studying in an Egyptian High School so that he could enter Al-Azhar University. Please support us: Patreon.com/themadmamluks or via PayPal themadmamluks.com/donate
EP 207: A Break-Up, Violence in France and Free Speech, NAK is back
[BBUK] EP 47: Sylheti Bengali Culture and its use in Comedy
EP 206: American Muslim Organizations Leftist Bias and the Upcoming Election | Ismail Royer
[BBUK] EP 46: Rulers, Rebellion & Najdi dawah Movement | Bro Hajji
EP 205: The Shaykh Amir Origin Story [Part 2 - Indian Period]
EP 204: The Shaykh Amir Origin Story [Part 1 - Mauritania Period]
Shaykh Amir Saeed finally gives us his story about life in Mauritania. Part II will be about India and finally, Part III will be about Egypt.
[BBUK] EP 45: A Message to Celebrity Duat | Shaykh Haitham al-Haddad
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the esteemed scholar Shaykh Dr Haitham al=Haddad from the Islamic Council of Europe. #BloodBrothersPodcast #ShaykhHaithamalHaddad #dawah In this very up-close episode, Shaykh Haitham gives some candid advice to celebrity Muslim figures who have a significant following online and the common pitfalls of fame and public praise. The Shaykh also discusses an ongoing problem in most of the major Islamic seminaries and institution...
EP 203: Libations and Starving Artists | ROUNDTABLE
[BBUK] EP 44: Advice to Muslim Rappers and Drug Dealers | Imam Shakeel Begg
[BBUK] EP 43: Caliphates and Nation States | Noam Chomsky
In this exclusive episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the esteemed American academic and political thinker Professor Noam Chomsky. #BloodBrothersPodcast #NoamChomsky #Caliphate The celebrated commentator and historian explain the colonial roots of the modern nation-state and the human cost of the West's economic prosperity in comparison to countries in the developing world and Global South. Professor Chomsky describes how the U.S. utilizes both secular dictators and ...
EP 202: Hand of Doom: Breaking Addiction | Usman Mughni
Usman is a Marriage & Family Therapist and holds a Master's of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northern Illinois University and a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Maryland, along with a degree in diagnostic medical imaging. Usman enjoys providing premarital counseling.
EP 201: Does Money Ruin Niyah?, Studying in Madina, Organ Donation | Imam Ibrahim Khidr
Ibrahim Khidr is the Imam of Chicago's oldest running institution, Muslim Community Center (MCC). He is a recent graduate of Medinah University.
[BBUK] EP 42: Lessons from a Haram Life | Frenzo Harami
In this no holds barred podcast, Dilly and Aki Hussain speak with upcoming and controversial British rapper Frenzo Harami. #BloodBrothersPodcast #FrenzoHarami #HaramLife Frenzo describes growing up in east London, a life of crime and his many encounters with the police. Going to prison at the age of 17, the British Pakistani rapper explains what led him back to prison eight times, including a sentence for dealing class A drugs. Topics of discussion also include Frenzo's Islamic references in his...
EP 200: Happy 200th: A Walk Down Memory Lane | Roundtable
The guys talk about their favorite guests and shows
EP 199: UAE-Israel Treaty, Bilal Abdul Kareem, and More | Yvonne Ridley
Yvonne Ridley is a journalist that covers the Middle East, Asia and women's issues especially pertaining to Islam. She is also an activist and author. Her newest book "The Caledonians" is available on Amazon and several other bookstores. https://www.amazon.com/Caledonians-Mr-Petries-Apprentice-ebook/dp/B083YT7J5V
EP 198: Ali Tamimi, UAE treaty with Israel, Mohammed Hijab vs David Wood | Roundtable
[BBUK] EP 41: DJ Noreen Khan | Banks, boutiques and the BBC
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with BBC Asian Network DJ and fellow Bedfordian Noreen Khan. #BloodBrothersPodcast #NoreenKhan #BBC Noreen discusses her memories growing up in Bedford, as well as her journey into the world of broadcast radio after deciding not to go university and running a successful beauty boutique. Topics of discussion also include Muslim representation in the British mainstream media and why the Turkish historical drama series Dirilis Ertu...
EP 197: Live with SameersEats! | Sameer Sarmast
Sameer Sarmast is the Host and Executive Producer of “Sameer's Eats”, the popular Halal restaurant review show on YouTube. “Sameer’s Eats” was co-founded by Sameer and his friend, Saad Malik in 2010. In 2013, Sameer and his team launched "The Halal Food Tour" in 5 U.S. cities across the country. The tour was a series of Halal Food Festivals highlighting local Halal restaurants while Sameer and Yvonne Maffei of “My Halal Kitchen” entertained the attendees by hosting cooking demos and “Iron Chef” ...