Nizam-ul-Mulk, also known as Asaf Jah I, rose to prominence as a skilled administrator and military commander under the Mughal Empire before founding the Hyderabad State in 1724. Disillusioned by the weakening Mughal central authority, he established an independent dominion in the Deccan, leveraging his strategic acumen and strong support among loc…

Ahmad Shah Durrani, also known as the "Father of Modern Afghanistan," rose to power in 1747 after uniting various Afghan tribes following the collapse of the Persian Safavid Empire. As the founder of the Durrani Empire, he leveraged his military prowess and strategic alliances to expand his rule across Afghanistan, parts of modern-day Pakistan, and…

Nader Shah, provoked by Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah’s failure to address Afghan incursions that disrupted Persian trade routes, an opportunity to exploit the weakened empire and expand his power. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "10-2"Av Islamic History Podcast

In this episode, we discuss Emperor Muhammad Shah Rangeela. His reign (1719–1748) is often remembered for its indulgence in luxury and neglect of governance. Known as the "playboy emperor," he prioritized personal pleasures, art, and music over the pressing political and military challenges of the Mughal Empire. Want to see my notes for this episod…

Season 10, the final chapter in the Mughal saga, is here. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "10-0"Av Islamic History Podcast

This is an interview I did recently with Sister Mariya from the Muslim Mum YouTube channel. In this episode, we discuss my background, the history of black Muslims in the United States, and what to make of a new Trump presidency.Av Islamic History Podcast

Discussing the upcoming elections with Majid Hussein, the Muslim Podcaster.Av Islamic History Podcast

I sit down with Imam Marc Manley of Middle Ground Islamic Center in southern California. We talk about his journey to acquire Islamic knowledge, the problem with how we're taught Arabic, and the moral decay of modern pop music, especially hip-hop. Visit his blog imammarc.com and subscribe to his podcast Middle Ground Podcast…

Sudanese-American Mazin Khalil explains the history and politics behind the current civil war in Sudan. Donate to the Sudanese American Physicians AssociationAv Islamic History Podcast

Discussing Islam in Black America with Atlanta-based activist and da'ee, Bilal Stroud. Support Bilal's dawah efforts here. https://gofund.me/d5428959Av Islamic History Podcast

I sit down with Br. Majid Hussein from the Muslim Podcast to discuss the recent anti-Muslim riots in the UK.Av Islamic History Podcast

A look into various Islamic contributions to science and culture.Av Islamic History Podcast

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A portion of the first episode of the third season of the Umayyad Caliphate.Av Islamic History Podcast

Farrukh Siyar angers the wrong people. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-16"Av Islamic History Podcast

Farrukh Siyar revolts against Jahandar. Download my notes for this episode by joining the Telegram group and searching for "9-15".Av Islamic History Podcast

A new alliance brings a new Emperor. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-14"Av Islamic History Podcast

The short reign of Bahadur Shah, Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-13"Av Islamic History Podcast

Why did Aurangzeb impose the jizyah? Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-12"Av Islamic History Podcast

The final days of Aurangzeb. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-11"Av Islamic History Podcast

Aurangzeb fights Afghans, English, Marathas, and Rajputs. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-10"Av Islamic History Podcast

The Marathas and the Deccan are problems for Aurangzeb. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-9"Av Islamic History Podcast

A winner emerges from the fratricidal war. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-8"Av Islamic History Podcast

The fratricidal war begins. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-7"Av Islamic History Podcast

Shah Jahan's ambitions cause problems for the Mughals. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-6"Av Islamic History Podcast

The death of Jahangir and the rise of Shah Jahan. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-5"Av Islamic History Podcast

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As Jahangir grows sicker and more dependent on his wife and opium, a political scuffle begins. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-4"Av Islamic History Podcast

Jehangir deals with a rebellion led by his son. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-3"Av Islamic History Podcast

The death and legacy of Akbar the Great. Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-2"Av Islamic History Podcast

How did Akbar manage his sprawling empire? Want to see my notes for this episode? Join us on Telegram and search for "9-1"Av Muttaqi Ismail

Introducing Season 9 of the Islamic History Podcast where we continue the story of the Mughal Empire.Av Muttaqi Ismail

The political history of Afghanistan from 1826 to 1978. It's not good.Av Islamic History Podcast

The Umayyad forces complete the conquest of North Africa, then cross over into Iberia.Av Islamic History Podcast

Hajjaj ibn Yusuf sends his young cousin, Muhammad ibn al-Qasim, east to capture Sindh.Av Islamic History Podcast

Beginning of the Umayyad Caliphate Season 2. We recap Season 1, provide expectations for Season 2, and continue our discussion of Ibn al-Ash'ath's rebellion.Av Islamic History Podcast

Discussing the development of the Islamic Caliphate from the death of Prophet Muhammad to the death of Ibn Zubayr.Av Islamic History Podcast

As-Salaamu Alaikum, welcome back to Islamic History Exclusive. This is the podcast exclusively for Patreon subscribers of the Islamic History Podcast. In this series, we are going over the life of Salahuddin al-Ayyubi known to the west as Saladin. In today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the Battle of Hattin. But before we get into that, let's begin…

The Crusaders have reached Jerusalem and prepare for a siege and assault.Av Islamic History Podcast

Ibn Zubayr's governor is in Kufah but the Shiite's do not recognize his authority. Two groups of Shiites are growing in Kufah and they want to get revenge for Husayn ibn Ali's death.Av Islamic History Podcast

Akbar tries to remove all religious divisions in his empire by creating a new religion. Download the notes to this episode. Join IHP on Telegram and search for "8-16"Av Abu Ibrahim Ismail

Akbar neutralizes the Rajputs using a combination of diplomacy and warfare. Download the notes to this episode. Join IHP on Telegram and search for "8-16"Av Abu Ibrahim Ismail

Akbar is only a teenager when he becomes the Mughal emperor and everyone wants a piece of him. Download the notes to this episode. Join IHP on Telegram and search for "8-14"Av Abu Ibrahim Ismail

India is in chaos and the people want Humayun to come back. Can he pull off one of the greatest comebacks in history? Download the notes to this episode. Join IHP on Telegram and search for "8-13"Av Abu Ibrahim Ismail

After losing his empire, Humayun receives help from an unlikely source: the Safavid Empire. Download the notes to this episode. Join IHP on Telegram and search for "8-12"Av Abu Ibrahim Ismail

As Humayun struggles to establish his authority, Portugal struggles to create a new trade network in the subcontinent. Download the notes to this episode. Join IHP on Telegram and search for "8-11"Av Abu Ibrahim Ismail