Best Muslima Podcasts (2025)

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2-2 The Charmer Who Disappeared 8:36

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The Charmer Who Disappeared – A Tale of Manipulation 🎙️ In this gripping episode of Behind the Match: Real Stories of Deception and Discovery, Sr. Fathima Farooqi unpacks the chilling reality of a suitor who seemed too good to be true—because he was. A smooth talker with grand philosophies on life, love, and marriage, he painted an irresistible vis…

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2-1 Gut Feelings Never Lie: A Divorced Sister's Matchmaking Experience 8:07

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Gut Feelings Never Lie: A Divorced Sister's Matchmaking Experience 🎙️ In this eye-opening episode of Behind the Match: Real Stories of Deception and Discovery, Sr. Fathima Farooqi shares the story of a divorced sister's courageous journey to navigate red flags while searching for a spouse. Explore how instincts, boundaries, and accountability play …

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1-5 Deen First: Why Practising Muslims Should Be a Priority 13:00

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In this powerful episode of Are High Standards Keeping You Single? Let's Rethink Marriage, Sister Fathima Farooqi dives deep into the heart of spouse selection: the importance of prioritizing a practising Muslim. What truly differentiates a practising Muslim from someone who simply identifies as one? Drawing on wisdom from Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA),…

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1-4 Family and Culture: How Much Should They Shape Your Choice of Spouse? 9:36

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Family and Culture: How Much Should They Shape Your Choice of Spouse? In this compelling episode of Are High Standards Keeping You Single? Let's Rethink Marriage, Sister Fathima Farooqi tackles one of the most sensitive and impactful topics in spouse selection: the role of family and culture. How much influence should they have? Where should we dra…

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1-3 Compromise vs. Settling: Striking the Right Balance 8:47

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In this insightful episode of Compromise vs. Settling: Striking the Right Balance, Sr. Fathima Farooqi explores a topic that resonates with anyone seeking a life partner: how do you distinguish between reasonable compromises and settling for less than you deserve? ✨ What You'll Learn: 🌟 The key differences between compromising and settling in relat…

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1-2 Beyond the Checklist: What Should Truly Matter? 10:59

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Beyond the Checklist: What Should Truly Matter? 🎙️ In this thought-provoking episode of Family Matters by Pure Matrimony, Sr. Fathima Farooqi unpacks the "checklist culture" many of us fall into when seeking a spouse. Are we focusing too much on worldly traits and overlooking the deeper qualities that build lasting marriages? ✨ What You'll Learn: 🌟…

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1-1 What Really Matters? The Real Standards 9:59

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This podcast episode explores the balance between keeping high standards in marriage and knowing when to prioritize what truly matters—deen and character. Sr. Fathima Farooqi shares real-life stories, Islamic teachings, and timeless lessons from the life of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) to challenge the superficial criteria society often emphasizes. Wit…

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Muhammad Suhail, Author of He Who Is Made Lord 50:49

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Muhammad Suhail Mohamed Yazid is a PhD candidate in History and the Prince of Wales Student at Trinity College, University of Cambridge. A Singaporean historian, Suhail researches the broader history of decolonisation in the Malay World, the Commonwealth of Nations, and the Global South. His book He Who is Made Lord recovers the multiple meanings o…

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Baraka Blue with Ameera Aslam: Truth and Beauty 1:16:01

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Baraka Blue with Ameera Aslam: Truth and Beauty by Wardah BooksBy Wardah Books

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Hanna Alkaf: Hamra and the Jungle of Memories 1:05:54

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Hanna Alkaf is the author of Hamra and the Jungle of Memories (HarperCollins). In this recording of a session conducted at Wardah Books titled The Art of Weaving Mythology with Fiction on 28 May 2023, Hanna Alkaf speaks about storytelling and representation, reverse colonisation, and helping children (and adults) see the light out of their darkest …

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Farhat Amin: Smart Muslima 44:55

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Farhat Amin speaks about her two books Smart Single Muslimah and Smart Teenage Muslimah. Our guest host for this episode is Ameera Aslam.Farhat Amin is an author and has been involved in UK dawah for over 25 years. Through her books and courses, she promotes Islamic family values to Muslim women amplifying the Islamic alternative to feminism and pr…

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Qad Kafani: Recording in Wardah Books 4:43

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This is an archival atmospheric recording of an impromptu performance by an Indonesian qasida group that sang in the bookshop. It was recorded in the shop in February 2010; you can hear the door chime and customers speaking in low voices in the background. Qad Kafani is a qasida written by Imam 'Abdullah ibn 'Alawi al-Haddad.…

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Madiha M Saeed: The Quranic Prescription 48:29

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Madiha M Saeed, MD is the author of The Quranic Prescription: Unlocking the Secrets to Optimal Health. In this episode, we are privileged to speak to someone who believes so passionately in the importance of a lifestyle grounded in tayyib, as 'prescribed' by the Quran.By Wardah Books

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Aliyah Umm Raiyaan, author of Ramadan Reflections: A Guided Journal 31:22

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We speak with Aliyah Umm Raiyaan, author of Ramadan Reflections: A Guided Journal, on her book and on journaling as a practice to become more akhirah-focussed. Aliyah Umm Raiyaan converted to Islam more than two decades ago and has been involved in UK dawah for over 20 years. In 2010, she founded Solace UK, a charity that helps women who have conve…

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Dr Hisham A. Hellyer 1:06:03

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Dr. Hisham A. Hellyer is an academic and public intellectual who researches the politics and geopolitics of the contemporary Middle East, security studies globally, and the interplay between faith and modernity. A scholar in the Middle East Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace (USA), and Senior Associate Fellow in International…

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Sukina Noor: Love and Longing 42:02

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Sukina Noor is an internationally renowned poet, spoken-word artist, playwright, workshop facilitator, educator and public speaker who has toured extensively across UK, Europe, America and Africa performing, delivering poetry workshops, partaking in panel discussions and delivering lectures. She holds a BA (Hons) Degree in English Literature and Ca…

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Top Marriage Tips From Experienced Wives Ft. Zakeeya Ali and Farhat Amin 44:20

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Zakeeya Ali interviews Farhat Amin about her top marriage tips and how feminism has effected marriage and relationships in today's times. This recording took place back in 2020 and has been posted public for the first time. Please excuse the sound quality which has greatly improved since then alhumdulillah! About Zakeeya Ali A wife and mom of six, …

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What Does It Mean To Be a Homemaker? Ft. Zakeeya Ali & Maleeha Mahmood 38:40

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Enjoy a casual discussion between Zakeeya Ali and Maleeha Mahmood about the topic, What Does It Mean To Be a Homemaker? About Zakeeya Ali A wife and mom of six, happy homemaker, author and mentor with over 20+ years experience. Find her at zakeeyaali.com and on Twitter @zakeeyaali. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/z…

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Being Ready for Ramadan Without The Overwhelm as a Busy Mom Ft. Zakeeya Ali & and Iram Bint Safia 40:54

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Learn some tips on how you can make your Ramadan more simple and still connect with Allah SWT in Ramadan and the whole year through. This is a talk Zakeeya Ali gave recently on Iram bint Safia's YouTube channel in March 2022. About Zakeeya Ali A wife and mom of six, happy homemaker, author and mentor with over 20+ years experience. Find her at zake…

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Tips for Moms to Have a Healthier Ramadan Ft. Zakeeya Ali & and Maleeha Mahmood 43:44

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Learn some awesome tips on how you as a mom can make your Ramadan more healthy. Zakeeya Ali interviews Maleeha Mahmood who has over a decade of experience and studies healthy and Prophetic foods alhumdulillah. About Zakeeya Ali A wife and mom of six, happy homemaker, author and mentor with over 20+ years experience. Find her at zakeeyaali.com and o…

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Being a Traditional Wife Ft. Zakeeya Ali and Farhat Amin 28:22

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Back in Oct 2020, Farhat Amin interviewed Zakeeya Ali about being a traditional wife. They discussed why it is such a taboo role and how we can overcome the negative stereotype society has attached to it. About Zakeeya Ali A wife and mom of six, happy homemaker, author and mentor with over 20+ years experience. Find her at zakeeyaali.com and on Twi…

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Never Lose Hope 23:05

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Never lose hope in the mercy of Allah. Keep praying to Him for better days and help in the time of need. He is the only One who can take you out of these difficult situations. Have hope and ask for His mercy and you will be responded InshAllah.By Mufti Menk

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Must Listen | Make Life Beautiful - Mufti Menk 19:32

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Listen to Mufti Menk to learn important and innovative ways to make your life beautiful. Live it to the fullest by following the teachings of Islam.By Mufti Menk