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Restoring faith in humanity, one story at a time. Journalists Marisa Mazria Katz and Bilal Qureshi travel the globe, meeting seven uncommon changemakers whose commitment to improving their corners of the world grows from a single, common seed. From Portland, Maine to Tel Aviv; Lahore, Pakistan to a Palestinian refugee camp; the south side of Chicago to the Negev. Meet educators, artists, politicians, and activists who are all challenging the status quo. Music by Sun Tailor. #GetInspired
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An exclusive podcast by Islam21c with key figures in the community.
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This Being Human is a new podcast by the Aga Khan Museum. In every episode, host Abdul-Rehman Malik interviews an incredible person at the top of their game on Muslim art, culture, history, and society. They'll explore everything from prayer and pilgrimage, politics and pop culture, love and education, feminism, and film, sports and music, and so much more. Through deep, thoughtful conversation, this one-of-a-kind podcast hopes to bridge divides, dispel myths, and learn things we didn’t know ...
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Finding Joy and Connection in Storytelling with Marguerite Richards
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In this episode, we sit down with Marguerite Richards, editor of The Ordinary Chaos of Being Human, an anthology of personal stories from around the world. Marguerite opens up about her love for helping writers bring their visions to life, the intimate relationship between editor and author, and the power of memoir in understanding our shared human…
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The Legacy of Qawwali with Bilal Chishty
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Join us as we journey into the heart of Qawwali with Bilal Chishty, a descendent of the great Chishti Sufi lineage and a musician devoted to preserving this sacred art form. In this episode, Bilal shares his stories of learning under Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, reflects on the history of Qawwali, and discusses the delicate balance between maintain…
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Gardens of the Soul: Emma Clark on the Sacred Art of Islamic Gardens
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In this episode of This Being Human we sit down with Emma Clark, an expert in Islamic garden design, to explore her journey from a childhood surrounded by English gardens to her spiritual awakening through Islamic art and Sufism. Emma reflects on her time at the Royal College of Art, where she studied under the renowned Keith Critchlow, who introdu…
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Are Muslims Growing Secular Minds Without Realising? | Imam Tom Facchine & Sh Haitham al-Haddad
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In today’s episode, Imam Tom Facchine talks to Shaykh Dr Haitham al-Haddad on the subtle tentacles of modernity, Liberalism and secularism that we don’t realise we’ve absorbed. They discuss how to fill the gap in values exposed by the genocide, how to build Muslim power, and more. The post Are Muslims Growing Secular Minds Without Realising? | Imam…
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Art Fazil's Revival of the Folk Music of Nusantara
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Join us for a captivating conversation with Art Fazil, as we explore his journey through the rich cultural tapestry of Nusantara. Celebrating 30 years of his self-titled debut album, Art shares insights into his timeless music, the influence of Malay folk traditions, and his unique blend of global sounds. Dive into the history of Nusantara, the sig…
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How Marvel movies turn people against God | Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
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Do you know what “Systematic Theology” is? In this special episode, we caught up with Shaykh Mohammad Elshinawy, Yaqeen Institute’s Director of Systematic Theology, visiting from the US. He distills decades of experience in Da’wah and building Islamic communities, offering valuable insights and advice—from introducing Allah to children, to trends i…
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Scholars Brought Here as Slaves Became Saviours | Sh Muhammad Carr & Sh Zakariyya Harnekar
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In this special Unscripted episode from South Africa, we speak to two Muslim scholars in Cape Town, where Muslims have lived for over 300 years! They discuss some inspirational stories of historic Muslims in the area, the unique fiqh that developed there, and the significant contributions Muslims made at the forefront of the struggle against aparth…
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Kazem Abdullah: Conducting Change in Classical Music
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In this episode, we delve into the life and career of Kazem Abdullah, exploring his path from a clarinetist to a prominent conductor. We will discuss his notable achievements, including his tenure as Generalmusikdirektor in Aachen, Germany, and his pioneering work in bringing contemporary and diverse repertoires to traditional concert halls. Kazem'…
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Nasir Sirikhan’s Philosophy of Dance
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Nasir Sirikhan and Abdul-Rehman Malik discuss Nasir's viral wedding dance video and the joy and connection it brought to millions of viewers. They talk about the origins of QuickStyle and how Nasir, Suleiman, and Bilal met and formed their dance crew. Nasir shares the emotional journey of performing and the camaraderie among the group. They also di…
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Faig Ahmed Melts Tradition with His Mind-Bending Rugs
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In this episode we sit down with renowned contemporary artist Faig Ahmed, celebrated for his revolutionary approach to traditional Azerbaijani carpet weaving. Faig’s work transcends cultural and artistic boundaries, creating a unique dialogue between the ancient and the modern. We delve into his artistic journey, exploring the inspirations and crea…
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The Real Reason Netanyahu Is in America | Imam Tom Facchine
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Is this a victory for Muslims? Dr. Salman Butt speaks to Imam Tom Facchine about Joe Biden dropping out of the US presidential race, Kamala Harris’ track record, whether Trump or Harris are better for Muslims in the US and abroad, and more. This podcast was recorded during their visit to Malaysia for the annual Ummatics conference—subscribe and fol…
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Aanchal Malhotra Collects Stories of Partition
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In this episode of This Being Human, Abdul-Rehman Malik sits down with Aanchal Malhotra, author and oral historian, to explore the emotional legacies of the partition of India and Pakistan. Aanchal shares personal stories, insights from her books "Remnants of Separation, In the Language of Remembering, and The Book of Everlasting Things, and reflec…
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How Deeyah Khan Faces Hate With Humanity (Live!)
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In this episode of "This Being Human," we sit down with Deeyah Khan, an acclaimed filmmaker and activist renowned for her transformative documentaries. Deeyah shares her remarkable journey from being a music artist to becoming a powerful voice against extremism through film. Growing up as a Norwegian of Pakistani descent, she faced significant cult…
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He has worked on the inside for years and now he’s had enough! Azhar Chohan is standing as an Independent parliamentary candidate exposing what Labour really thinks about Muslims and BAME communities across the country. He speaks to Dr. Salman Butt about the alleged contempt that the two dynastic parties have for Muslims, as well as his plans for S…
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dina Amin's Treasure Trove of Trash
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In this episode of This Being Human we sit down with dina Amin, an innovative stop motion artist from Cairo, Egypt. dina shares her unique journey from studying Industrial Design in Malaysia to creating her acclaimed Instagram series, 'Tinker Friday.' Through 'Tinker Friday,' she combines her design expertise with animation to reveal the hidden int…
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Data Dreams: The Artistic Universe of Refik Anadol
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In this episode we delve into the artistic universe of Refik Anadol, a Turkish-American new media artist renowned for his innovative use of data-driven machine learning algorithms in art. From his early days in Istanbul to his advanced studies and creative endeavors in Los Angeles, we explore the formative experiences that shaped his pioneering app…
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Alia Syed's Career In Experimental Filmmaking
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On this episode of This Being Human, we speak with Alia Syed, a British experimental filmmaker whose work has been shown all around the art world for the last 25 years. Born in 1964 in Swansea to a Welsh mother and Indian father, Alia uses her film cameras to meditate on issues of subjectivity and narrative, identity and memory. Her films have been…
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Saks Afridi is an artist who refers to his work as ,scfi-fi sufism., His pieces include prayer rugs depicting UFOs, visual art that blends images of circuitry with classic Islamic design, and an extensive, multi-disciplinary project based on a mythological world that he calls Space Mosque. Saks talks about blending the spiritual with the speculativ…
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The surprising reason behind Imam Tom Facchine’s journey to Islam
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Many Muslims have misunderstood modernity, postmodernism and secularism. US-based Imam Tom Facchine challenges conventional wisdom and takes on contentious topics in today’s Unscripted podcast. From exposing Jordan Peterson’s “intellectual” theories to exploring the intricate concepts of deconstruction, modernism, and postmodernism. Speaking on his…
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Amir Sulaiman's Journey From Poet to Screenwriter
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In this episode of This Being Human we delve deep into the profound significance of poetry in modernity through the lens of renowned poet and artist, Amir Sulaiman. Hailing from Rochester, New York, Amir's poetic journey has traversed continents, resonating with audiences globally. From his exploration of existential inquiries to the unraveling of …
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Kiran Ahluwalia on blending cultures and making music
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Kiran Ahluwalia is a true innovator-her songs blend the music of India with influences from Mali and western blues, rock, R&B and jazz to create a sound unlike any other artist. Over the last two decades, Kiran has studied under masters of classical Indian music and collaborated with iconic North African artists, most notably the iconic desert blue…
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Jude Chehab Made A Beautiful Film about her Mother
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Jude Chehab is a young filmmaker whose first feature film, Q, has cemented her in lists of best new directors to watch. Q is a beautifully shot and intimate portrait of Jude's mother's relationship to an all-female religious group in Lebanon. It has won multiple awards, including at the Tribeca Film Festival, and is being lauded for being a genre-b…
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A new season of This Being Human is almost here! We'll be back soon with more fascinating conversations with amazing people whose lives, ideas, and art have been shaped by Muslim culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Aga Khan Museum & TVO
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Haroon Siddiqui's Love Letter to Canada
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Haroon Siddiqui has had many titles. Reporter, columnist, editor... the list goes on. He can now add author to his resume with the release of his memoir "My Name is Not Harry". It's a profound reflection on his career, Canadian values, his immigrant superpowers and the role he believes luck, or perhaps divine destiny, has played in his incredible l…
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Sandra Saenz joins us to talk about the art of makeup, navigating the world of beauty as a Mexican Muslim, and her first video art exhibition. She is the first Mexican hijabi makeup artist to secure agency representation in the USA. Her work has been featured in magazines and advertisements worldwide for Sephora. She's currently a Global Brand Amba…
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Hassan Hajjaj on his Iconic Photography
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Photographer Hassan Hajjaj has an iconic style that blends elements of pop art, hip hop culture and North African fashion. It spans series like Kesh Angels, which depicts biker women in Marakesh, as well as celebrity photoshoots and album art. He joins AR to talk about developing his unique style, his initial reluctance to call himself an artist, a…
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Wael Shawky Doesn't Believe in History
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Egyptian artist Wael Shawky explores the connections between history and myth. His work includes installations and sculpture, as well as films like Cabaret Crusades and I Am Hymns of the New Temple, which use marionettes to revisit big moments in history from a new perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Shezad Dawood's Virtual Garden of Love
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Shezad Dawood is a multidisciplinary artist whose work blends stories, reality and symbolism to engage with big questions about humanity, and explore alternative futures. He speaks to AR about his latest project, Night in the Garden of Love, an immersive experience that uses virtual reality to bring visitors into a fantastical world. It's based on …
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