The Ansari Podcast

Richard McKinney, a former Marine who went to bomb a mosque in his local town after Iraq, converts to Islam instead. He shares what his were towards Muslims and why he had hatred in his heart. This is a heartwarming Islamic story about a man who changed his life for the better. He’s a living proof that anyone can change.#muslim #podcast #convert #story #muslimconvertSupport US @ ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcastBoycat app: https://www.boycat.io/Business Code: ANSARI10Muslim Professionals: https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/Deen Over Dunya: https://deenoverdunya.us/Code: ANSARI1000:00 Wife Leaving Islam05:50 Zionists are Why We're in the Middle East10:47 Palestine14:53 Why Did You Hate Muslims?20:50 How Death Changes You26:41 Learn to Forgive Yourself32:19 Documentary37:06 Trying to Prove Islam was Evil but Failed45:06 Discovering Islam 49:31 Unaliving and Drinking53:35 How The Story Went Public01:06:20 Final Thoughts01:08:21 Heaven, Super Powers, and Time Travel01:15:18 Tattoos

Sheikh Uthman ibn Farooq is back to tell all! Masculinity, the second amendment, financial freedom from interest & debt, gangs, the age of Aisha, and strategies for giving dawah. #muslim #podcast #dawah #sheikh #uthmanibnfarooq #onemessagefoundation *Muslim Professionals:* https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/*Support US @* ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast*Boycat app for Business:* https://www.boycat.io/certificationBusiness Code: ANSARI10*Deen Over Dunya:* https://deenoverdunya.us/Code: ANSARI10Follow on insta: @deenoverdunya.us00:00 Being a Man, 2nd Amendment & Muslim Protection15:21 Financial Freedom from Debt & Interest19:49 Fall of Christianity 25:00 Sh. Uthman Ibn Faarouq Opens up about Single mother32:10 Gangs38:44 The Essence of Islam41:05 Dawah & God46:32 Can Non-Muslims Enter Heaven?53:07 The Age of Aisha (RA)01:16:04 Speed Round Questions

Ramadan Special "Fly Me to the Moon" w. Sheikh Suhaib Webb we dive deep into the concept of Taqwa. What is the true meaning of God Consciousness, its linguistic roots, and the practical ways it can be applied in daily life. Is Taqwa God consciousness? DEBATE on Taqwa. How do you Imagine Islam? Tune in for an engaging and thoughtful exploration of spirituality, personal growth, and devotion.#islam #podcast #god #consciousness Support US @ ⁠⁠[https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast](https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink)00:00 What is God Consciousness?07:23 Debate on Taqwa14:05 Do We Embody Divine Attributes?!18:24 Ansari's Taqwa Story: Moderation25:00 How Do you Imagine Islam? Liberal or Conservative

The Ramadan special: Fly Me to the Moon with Sheikh Suhaib Webb he discusses the concept of the self (nafs) in Islam and its significance. The conversation covers how acts like prayer and fasting help in taming the 'wild beast' of the self, and practical tips on achieving focus and reverence (khushu') in prayer.Support US @ ⁠⁠[https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast](https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink)Chapters:00:00 What is the Self? Self Vs. Soul05:51 Taming the Nafs "Self"06:27 The Key11:17 Focus

Egypturk joins the Ansari Podcast to talk about his attempt at the Prophet Muhammed PBUH's Daily Ramadan routine. Ansari also attempted it! Here's their take away and thoughts on how to pull off the hardest routine in human history - There's a hack!00:00 Intro01:09 Reaction to Attempting The Prophet’s Routine04:11 Starting his day08:28 Midday Nap 10:35 Obligatory VS Taraweeh Prayers12:33 2025 Ramadan Goals15:17 Working out during Ramadan20:23 VERY Important Maghrib Routine 23:18 Between Maghrib & ISHA - Golden time25:37 GHAZALI: The Hack

Sheikh Suhaib Webb, a prominent Islamic scholar and speaker, delves into the challenges of overcoming addictions during Ramadan. He shares insights on breaking bad habits, emphasizing the intertwining of faith and self-improvement. The discussion covers the complexities of navigating temptations like weed and relationships, while highlighting the power of repentance and community support. Sheikh Suhaib encourages listeners to foster self-awareness and reflect on their spiritual journey during this transformative month.

Dr. Ermin Sinanovic, Executive Director of the Center for Islam in the Contemporary World at Shenandoah University and a Faculty Associate in Research at Cornell University, explores the concept of Mujaddid (the renewer of Islam) and their relevance in the 21st century. He studies how scholars have historically attempted to revive and reinterpret Islamic thought, questioning who might serve as the Mujaddid of our era. The conversation delves into the relationship between time and Muslims, why are Muslims always late? Muslims have lost their enchantment of nature, losing a spiritual connection to the natural world in modern times. Professor Ermin talks about the nation state and how Muslim scholars have struggled with political theory, leading to challenges in adapting to or resisting the modern nation-state model. The conversation contrasts the Caliphate with the nation-state, highlighting shifts in governance and identity. Finally, the discussion concludes with a reflection on Islam in Bosnia, using it as a case study to explore the survival of Islamic traditions within European contexts and modern nation-states.Sign up @ www.muslimprofessionals.us and join a free muslim national community today!Support US @ ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcastShop @ ⁠⁠https://cureyourworld.com00:00 Have Courage to be Wrong08:09 Introducing Professor Sinanovic09:25 Tajdeed, Renewal of Religion12:23 Who is Mujaddid of Our Time?19:56 Being in Awe of Nature26:29 Lack of Punctuality in the Muslim World33:01 How Muslim Political Theory Failed42:44 The Caliphate and the Nation State51:42 Islam in Bosnia

In this episode of the Ansari Podcast, we hear from Medea Benjamin, co-founder of Code Pink and well-known peace activist. Medea discusses her motivations rooted in empathy, her experiences confronting AIPAC and U.S. foreign policy, and her steadfast commitment to advocating for Palestinian rights. The discussion covers her Jewish identity, historical context between Jews and Muslims, the role of empathy in activism, and practical strategies for effective advocacy against militarism and for human rights. Join us for an inspiring dialogue on how individual actions can contribute to global peace and justice.Sign up @ www.muslimprofessionals.us and join a free muslim national community today!Support US @ ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcastShop @ ⁠⁠https://cureyourworld.com00:00 Introduction03:26 Self Hating Jew06:35 Jewish Inferiority Complex. Why Support Gen***de.13:02 Why CodePink's Medea Cares about Gaza so much.26:19 There's only one way to defeat AIPAC in Congress!35:50 It's Simple. Muslim's are Politically Lazy. Jews aren't.41:32 How to Build connections in DC - laws of power.49:39 Medea's Superpower? Empathy.54:14 What does Code Pink actually do? Donate today!56:48 How should we feel about trump?

In this episode, Brother Saad Yaqoub, a Ph.D. candidate from Georgetown University, is asked What If the Modern World Was Built by Muslims, what would that world look like? what would a muslim iphone look like? We deep dive into the intersection of God, power, history, and the future of the Muslim world. From modernism and the current economic system to the battle between desires and Allah's love, we explore the deep questions shaping Muslim society today. The Muslim world need an Ibrahim-like today? Is Allah more than just a Wikipedia God in our lives? The philosophy of power and freedom - when would Allah give the Muslims back power on earth? Is art the secret to reviving the Ummah and restore a lost Muslim soul? We are facing collective Muslim civilizational depression, how do we get out of it? Sign up @ www.muslimprofessionals.us and join a free muslim national community today! Support US @ ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast Shop @ ⁠⁠https://cureyourworld.com 00:00 What Does Muslim Tech Look Like? 08:11 Why The Muslim World Needs an Ibrahim? 15:10 Allah is Not a Wikipedia God? 17:29 Revolutionary! Desire vs. Allah's Love 26:36 Philosophy of Power & Freedom 36:52 The Role of History for Muslims 44:09 Power and Muslim Society 51:00 Passion & The Lethargic Muslim Soul 56:01 The Importance of Art in Reviving Muslims 01:08:51 Foundations of Power 01:22:42 Collective Muslim Depression? 01:37:27 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Dr. Rehan Zaidi is a Naturopathic doctor who traveled the world and sat with sheikhs, monks and martial arts masters from Arabia to Asia and he shares with us what he has found in his spiritual journey. He discovered the Chinese healing of Chi, what is it? The mind is the deepest form of healing, how? His work found deep insights into the step process. Dr. Rehan realized that Muslims should live in freshly designed environments specific to our needs of sun, walking, social life and nature to save our communities from deadly loneliness, depression and obesity. You can find his Book: "The divine for critical minds: inquiry into gods existence" Here (book link): https://a.co/d/d9etB7U 00:00 Farm: leave cities & suburbs 07:17 American Muslim villages? 11:34 Deepest form of Healing 16:33 What his work has found 22:12 Can't be a Muslim with a bad diet 25:59 Chi - Chinese Mind/Body Healing 37:00 The Healing step process 45:12 China: Spiritual Discoveries in Asia 59:11 What Dr. Rehan found in his travels 1:10:00 THIS is deeper than Chi 1:15:00 What should we do with this knowledge? 1:20:00 The Divine for Critical Minds