Best Muslim Convert Stories Podcasts (2025)

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143: The Life Story of Ar-Rumi - Who Was He? w. Sharghzadeh 1:26:10

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Sufism is one of the doors to Islam for many in the West and the story of the Sufi mystic poet Jalal Ad-Din Ar-Rumi has captivated people for centuries. Rumi brought Islam to the Greek speaking world of his time and still his poetry reveals the beauty of Islam today across the world. In this episode we learn the history of Rumi with Muhammad Ali Mo…

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Eric Mataxas Promotes the Old ECT Movement, and Mormonism Jumps onto the Front Page 1:24:32

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Two main topics today thrust upon us by recent events: the sudden ecumenical surge ("Yeah, the differences between Roman Catholics and Evangelicals really aren't definitional at all") and how it is being propagated, together with the furor over "Is Mormonism Christianity?" that has been prompted by Senator Mike Lee's promotion of Mormonism as basic…

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Remembering Voddie: A Short Road Trip Audio DL 31:01

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I heard of the home-going of our dear brother Voddie Baucham right after I finished setting up the fifth wheel here in Oklahoma on my fast trip home from the East Coast. This is another audio-only edition, only thirty minutes in length, but I felt it was appropriate to comment on the brother's life and ministry and how we should think about the los…

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142: Here's What They Don't Tell You About Islam In Europe | History w.Dr. Stef Keris 1:12:39

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In this episode Dr. Stef Keris explains why European History is impossible without Islam. From the first Muslims to enter Europe, trade with the Vikings, to the conversion of the Bosnians as an entire people to Islam, you cannot have Europe without Muslims. Not even the Renaissance could have happened if it was not for the preservation of ancient t…

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Road Trip Brief Dividing Line 38:26

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Trying to get back across the US two days faster than I had planned, so each day is a long one, and I am not feeling well. So, audio only, but did want to address a few topics like the Kirk memorial and how people are viewing how the gospel was presented, etc., and then also talked about Tucker Carlson's comments on Shariah law. Also addressed the …

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A Road Trip DL from Carlisle, Pennsylvania 1:08:23

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Today on a Road Trip DL from Carlisle, Pennsylvania, we report on ministry here and then talk a bit about Acts 20 and the words of Paul to elders that echo today loudly, to be sure. We talked a little more about Charlie Kirk, a little about "Defiant Baptist," and a bit more about Pope Leo and developments regarding whether he is, or isn't, continui…

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On the Road Dividing Line from Pennsylvania 1:08:06

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Today I covered the last few days in light of the Charlie Kirk murder, talking about grief, martyrdom, assassination, and the foolishness of telling people they should leave their churches. I will confess, I wandered around a bit---should have put that outline together, but didn't have time! Part of the "what you need to get done on the road" syndr…

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141: The Silent Struggle of Muslims in High School & College w. Moaaz 48:09

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Moaaz @halalmoaaz is back on the Ansari Podcast! This time we pull back the curtains and talk about the common struggles of every young Muslim in America going through high school and college, being surrounded by and tempted by partying and dating. Muslim teenagers are rightfully dealing with depression, anxiety and an identity crisis - how do you …

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140: Death, Culture Wars, Empire & Global Muslim Power w. Mohammad Jalal 1:31:03

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Thinking Muslim & Ansari Podcast COLLAB! Muhammad Jalal, host of the The Thinking Muslim, visits from across the pond to break the stereotypes that American Muslims have about their British counterparts. Mohammad Jalal opens up about the origin story of The Thinking Muslim, the death of his beloved son, the most impactful guests on the thinking mus…

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Road Trip DL: Nashville Report, Capital Punishment, Catholic Mythology, Back to Allen 1:01:51

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Did an hour long program today on the road as we prepare for the "Harbor Freight G3" conference this weekend, as well as my debate with Dale Tuggy. Not sure if we going to get another show in tomorrow, we will see!By Dr. James White

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Suhbah Stories | Episode 2: Plan Not to Plan – The Path to Islamic Scholarship 1:00:45

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Plan Not To Plan | The Path to Islamic Scholarship with Dr. Sherman Jackson, Imam Zaid Shakir, Khaykh Hamzah Abdul-Malik, and Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans In this episode of Suhbah Stories, Ubaydullah Evans sits down with Shaykh Hamzah Abdul-Malik, Imam Zaid Shakir, and Dr. Sherman Jackson to explore their origin stories and journeys to Islamic scholars…

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Suhbah Stories | Episode 1, Part 2: Problems with Performing Femininity and the Alpha Male 39:18

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In the second episode of a three-part series, Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans sits down with celebrated author Umm Zakiyyah for an intimate and powerful discussion on her latest book, But Do You Feel Safe With Him?. Recorded live at Beni Adam, a luxury consignment shop in Pilsen, IL, nestled in a growing corridor of Muslim-owned businesses, this conversati…

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Suhbah Stories | Episode 1, Part 3: Men Should Accept the Challenge of Compassionate Leadership 42:59

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In the third episode of a three-part series, Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans sits down with celebrated author Umm Zakiyyah for an intimate and powerful discussion on her latest book, But Do You Feel Safe With Him?. Recorded live at Beni Adam, a luxury consignment shop in Pilsen, IL, nestled in a growing corridor of Muslim-owned businesses, this conversatio…

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Suhbah Stories | Episode 1, Part 1: Umm Zakiyyah on But Do You Feel Safe With Him? 30:38

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But Do You Feel Safe With Him? | A Conversation with Umm Zakiyyah In the first episode of a three-part series, Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans sits down with celebrated author Umm Zakiyyah for an intimate and powerful discussion on her latest book, But Do You Feel Safe With Him?. Recorded live at Beni Adam, a luxury consignment shop in Pilsen, IL, nestled …

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139: Allah, The Spirit World, Dreams & A Prophet Built The Pyramids w. Dr. Ali Hussain 1:44:07

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What did Ibn Al-Arabi mean by Oneness of Being? How should we interpret our dreams? Did Prophet Idris (peace be upon him) order the building of the pyramids? Dr. Ali Hussain, resident scholar at the Cave Labs: History and Metaphysics of Sound and Music and founder of Adhwaq Center, an oud musician, creative mentor, and educator on the sacred dimens…

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Flags, Identity and Division 52:17

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In this episode of Speaker’s Corner, host Michael Doward explores the growing debate around national flags in Britain. Prompted by a recent surge in Union Jack and St George’s flags across towns and cities, this conversation asks: Are flags a symbol of unity—or a sign of division? From patriotism and remembrance to concerns about far-right associat…

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Pope Leo and Father Martin, Pints with Aquinas and Marian Idolatry 1:01:37

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Another Road Trip Dividing Line today from eastern Oklahoma on my way to Nashville, Tennessee. Started off talking about the upcoming conferences and debates, including the big debate get-together in Dallas next February. Then we talked about Pope Leo and Father James Martin and the future of Roman Catholicism and the LGBTQ movement, which led natu…

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Pre-Road Trip DL from the Mobile Command Center 1:07:53

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This was a hot program! Mainly because the AC units had not yet caught up with the Arizona heat in the RV! Anyway, talked about the sad state of affairs, worldview wise, on social media, then talked about what the Bible says about purity in speech. Then we looked at a statement about the "Reformed Ghetto" from Joel Webbon and his view that Rome is …

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138: Singer Reverts To Islam & Builds Largest Muslim Society in America's Capital w. Lauren Schreiber 1:24:22

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Can you meet your future spouse while learning islamic legal rulings? Can you bring your boyfriend to a community halaqa? Should the masjid be more inclusive? In this episode we interview Lauren Schreiber, co-founder and executive director of Center DC, and also a convert! She built a Muslim third-space that is open to all people who want a relatio…

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Politics Over Gospel, Back to David Allen and Romans 8 1:04:06

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Going to try to get two programs in before we head back out on the road, so hopefully Wednesday at 6pm EDT for the next one. Started off looking at some stuff that happened over the weekend, including people mocking Fritz Erbe, the man martyred by the sacralist Lutherans for not having his children baptized. We looked at the direction being taken b…

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Webbon Implodes, Bad Sola Scriptura Argument, New Pope Promotes Liguori 1:00:02

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Started off looking at a new video from Joel Webbon, who recently called Nick "F-Bomb" Fuentes a "political savant," where he had Dr. Taylor Marshall, former Protestant, now more-Catholic-than-the-Pope promoter of Papalism, to talk about (ready for this?) dispensationalism and the red heifer! Webbon is now amplifying his "Rome really isn't our enem…

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Are Muslims Good for Britain? (with Jordan M) 50:51

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In this episode of Speaker’s Corner, host Michael Doward is joined by Jordan M to challenge a narrative that’s often pushed in mainstream discourse: Are Muslims a burden—or a benefit—to Britain? This conversation highlights the rich contributions of Muslims to British society, from history and culture to economy and community life. Jordan shares in…

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137: How One of The Top American Scholars Converted to Islam w. Sh Suhaib Webb 1:08:30

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In this episode of the Ansari Podcast, Sheikh Suhaib Webb shares his personal journey converting to Islam. Can weed lead people to Islam? Sheikh was a blood member and a rapper - now he's one of the top Muslim scholars in America, how did get there? Tackling spiritual Loneliness, the importance of community support, father Figures and how converts …

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Intertextuality, Matthew 16, A Bit More David Allen 1:01:47

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Three major portions to the program today, starting off with some observations on the relationship of the Prologue of the Gospel of John (John 1:1-18) to the Prologue of the First Epistle of John. Then we looked at a post on X from a few weeks ago presenting a very one-sided view of the supposed "Petrine Promise" in Matthew 16, and finished off wit…

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Penal Substitutionary Atonement: Part 2 1:00:55

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We continued looking at the unhinged attacks on Penal Substitutionary Atonement today, following up on yesterday's program. Looked at a lot of the reasons for the attacks, as well as the fact that you won't believe the doctrine without the highest view of Scripture, its sufficiency, and its consistency as well. Hopefully a blessing to those wonderi…

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PSA: the Many Vital Issues (Part 1) 1:03:31

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After a brief note of some words from Mark Miravalle about the "5th Marian Dogma" movement that continues to this day, we started talking about Penal Substitutionary Atonement, PSA, which exploded on social media a few days ago. It is not that denying PSA is anything new: it's a theological minority broadly speaking. But most evangelicals are unawa…

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136: How You Know You've Made The Choice Allah Wants For You w. Mohammed Faris 1:17:47

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In this episode, we are joined by Brother Mohammed Faris, author of 'The Barakah Effect' and 'The Productive Muslim,' as well as the founder of The Productive Muslim Company. Mohammed Faris coaches individuals of any faith background through a faith-based productivity mindset known as the Barakah Effect. Mohammed explains the concept of Barakah, ho…

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A Tale of Two Topics: Assumed Unitarianism, More from David Allen 1:02:59

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Had to keep it to an hour today, but we started looking at some statements from Dale Tuggy in his debate from a number of years ago with Michael Brown in preparation for my second debate with Dale in Tullahoma next month. Then we got back into David Allen's new book as we move toward it's attempt to deal with Romans 8.…

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Futures in Film 48:28

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Ever wondered what a future in the film industry looks like? In this cinematic episode of Speaker's Corner, host Michael Doward is joined by filmmaker and creative visionary Rizwan Wadan to explore the world of film, storytelling, and representation. From behind-the-scenes insights to the power of media in shaping narratives, they discuss how Musli…

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135: Study Finds Majority of Single Muslims Have These Common Traits w. Osama CenterDC 1:36:35

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Osama from Center DC discusses a study his team conducted to address the systemic issues preventing marriages in the Muslim community. Osama and Ansari talk about the cultural, social, and economic challenges men and women face in the marriage market, and what solutions there are. Plus, hear Osama’s experience of creating an animated project that t…

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Dr. Newman I Presume, More on David Allen and Romans 1:01:54

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Covered a few personal items at the start, talked a bit about Calvin Robinson and Rome, then about Pope Leo's intention to elevate John Henry Cardinal Newman to the position of "Doctor of the Church" and what this might mean. Then we looked at a Leighton Flowers tweet on God's sovereignty, and finished up moving back into David Allen's book on Roma…

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Parenting in the Age of Balloons 52:17

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In this eye-opening episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward and Abu Siddiq tackle the growing issue of nitrous oxide abuse—commonly known as “balloons”—and its impact on young people. They explore how this seemingly harmless high is becoming a serious public health concern, and why parental awareness, community support, and early intervention a…

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134: The Truth Behind Muslim Nonprofits w. Waleed Gabr 33:37

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Waleed Gabr, Co-Founder of Humaniti Nonprofit, and one of the most connected men in the Muslim world gets asked hard questions! Is there a Muslim Deep state? Are Muslim nonprofits and charities the new Banks or have they practically replaced the absence of a Muslim government?BUY TICKETS @ khabibusa.org | USE CODE: "ANSARI30" for 30% OFF!Support Us…

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Debate Stuff, Muhammed Under Fire, David Allen's New Book 1:23:37

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Started off talking about exciting news about a new upcoming debate, and that it should be the big #200! Then switched over to some Islamic topics regarding whether Muhammed existed and the debate about that amongst Christians working in the field. Then we took a look at some material from David Allen's new book and demonstrated that, once again, t…

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Are Muslims Racist? 52:17

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In this bold and necessary episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward sits down with Abu Siddiq to ask a challenging question: "Are Muslims racist?" Together, they explore issues of race, prejudice, and privilege within Muslim communities—topics that are often overlooked but deeply relevant. This conversation is not about blame, but about self-ref…

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Inspiring The Youth 52:17

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In this energising episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward is joined by Paul Webb and Kay Prosper—two mentors with deep roots in the boxing world—to discuss how we can inspire and uplift the next generation. Drawing from their experiences both in and out of the ring, they explore how discipline, resilience, and positive role models can help you…

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Social Media for Business & Da'wah 52:17

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In this inspiring episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward is joined by Ben Iqra to explore how Muslims can build successful businesses online—while also using social media as a powerful tool for da’wah (inviting others to Islam). From content strategy and branding to staying authentic and faith-driven in a digital world, this episode is packed …

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Knife Crime 52:17

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In this powerful episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward is joined by Si Phili from Wingman Mentors to tackle the urgent issue of knife crime and youth violence in our communities. They discuss the root causes, the role of mentorship, and the life-changing work being done by grassroots organisations like Street Fathers in Luton. This is a raw a…

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What Is British Culture? 52:17

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In this thought-provoking episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward is joined by Abu Siddiq and special guest Jordan to explore the evolving meaning of British culture in a multicultural society. They dive into questions of national identity, shared values, and the role of Islam in shaping modern Britain. What does it mean to be both British and …

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The Rise of the Right Wing 52:17

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In this episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward critically examines the growing influence of right-wing politics in the UK and beyond. From the rhetoric of parties like Reform UK to controversial calls for policies like banning halal slaughter, this conversation explores the social, political, and cultural forces driving the shift—and what it m…

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The Rise of the Social Media Influencer 52:17

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In this episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward takes a hard look at the rise of social media influencers - from controversial figures like Andrew Tate to the broader culture of online celebrity. What impact are these personalities having on young minds, masculinity, and Muslim identity? Are they offering empowerment - or just selling a brand? …

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Halal Slaughter 52:17

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In this timely episode of Speaker's Corner, Michael Doward is joined by Abu Siddiq to unpack the heated debate surrounding halal slaughter practices in the UK. Prompted by a recent petition led by MP Rupert Lowe calling for a ban on non-stun slaughter, this conversation dives into the religious, ethical, and political dimensions of halal meat produ…

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Reverts & Marriage 52:17

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Join Michael Doward on this week’s episode of Speaker's Corner as we explore the unique challenges and blessings that come with marriage as a revert to Islam. We unpack the real conversations that many new Muslims face when stepping into lifelong partnerships. Whether you're a revert, a spouse, or simply curious about the journey, this episode is f…

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Prison & Reverts 52:17

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In this eye-opening episode of Speaker's Corner, Abu Siddiq joins Michael Doward to explore the powerful connection between prison life and reversion to Islam. They unpack the spiritual awakenings that often occur behind bars, the role of Islam in rehabilitation, and the unique challenges faced by reverts who embrace the faith while incarcerated. T…

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On Matthew Barrett's Conversion to Anglicanism 1:32:36

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So I received word last week that Midwestern had not extended Barrett's contract, so he was leaving. Then it came out he was taking a position at an Anglican seminary, and finally, his own article explaining his reasons for converting to Anglicanism. So today we walked through the article in light of the fact that we have spoken often of the impact…

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133: Everything You Need To Know to Build A Future Muslim Empire w. Saad Yacoob 53:34

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Georgetown PhD candidate Saad Yacoob is back! What is needed to build a Muslim Empire? What is the formula to create a civilizational project? The simple answer is, we have to dream. Each Muslim has to imagine being apart of a larger civilizational project. Imagination, ideals, culture, education, money, and military power impact the vision for a f…

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Mary and Roman Catholic Integralism, Young Men Who Need to Pursue Wisdom and Maturity 1:14:22

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Talked about Charlie Kirk calling for Protestants to "venerate Mary more as the answer to feminism. Also addressed some young men and their need to pursue wisdom and maturity before thinking they can simply dismiss those who plowed the ground before them. I also patted myself on the back about helping some uber, super cute kittens survive the Arizo…

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132: Is It Haram? Art & Music Are Beautiful Human Experiences w. Sh. Ammar Al-Shukry 48:31

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Is music actually haram? Are drawing eyes prohibited? Is art haram? Sheikh Ammar Al Shukry from Al Maghrib Institute talks about Islamic art, music & creativity in our modern world. He talks about how the Muslim community needs creative trailblazers: storytellers, actors, and even media editors, to convey Islamic values to the masses. He also touch…

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Johnny Mac's Legacy, Stupid Critics, Alex Jurado Situation, Response to Trinity Radio 1:34:20

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A "jumbo" edition of a Road Trip Dividing Line today from Albuquerque, New Mexico! We talked about John MacArthur, told a few stories, then talked about the sad, silly, inane folks trying to cash in on criticizing him. Spent a few minutes on the Alex Jurado controversy and how we can't just accept electronically produced evidence anymore, even in s…

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Road Trip Radio Free Geneva: Texas Tragedy, David Allen's New Book 1:05:33

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I have to apologize for today's program. I started the stream, everything on my end said everything was great and worked well. But, I get done, and---no stream. No broadcast. Never had that happen before, and now I will always be wondering if it is working. Anyway, the recording worked anyway, so here it is. Talked about how being Reformed is relev…