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The AMI Podcast

Al-Mahdi Institute
Qur'an
Islam
Islamic Legal Theory
Quran
Sufism
Islamic Studies
Philosophy
Gender Roles
Muharram
Islamic Jurisprudence
Sharia
Islamic Tradition
Shi'ism
Artificial Intelligence
Al-Mahdi Institute
Transhumanism
Shia Islam
Imam Hussain
Karbala
Islamic Fintech

AMI Podcasts explore a range of different topics including the latest cutting-edge research within the field of Islamic Studies, book reviews by prominent authors and academics, and discussions among scholars of diverse faiths and denominations within Islam.

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Is political power built on institutions or on the stories we choose to believe?

What is Islamism, and how do political narratives shape power in the Muslim world?

In this episode of Thinking Islam, Dr Fatemeh Sadeghi explores Islamism, political n... more

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Can Christian majority societies and Muslim communities find common ground on some of the most contested issues of our time?In this research seminar, Professor Robert Wintemute, Professor of Human Rights Law at King's College London, explores a compe... more

Is Imam Ali a source of division or the grounds for friendship among Muslims?How did a man who asked that his killer's ropes be loosened in his dying moments become the most contested figure in Islamic history?In this episode of Thinking Islam, we ex... more

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How does listening to the Qur'an differ from reading it? What does it mean to approach the Qur'an not with your mind but with your whole existence?In this episode of Thinking Islam, Dr Abdolkarim Soroush proposes an existential encounter with the Qur... more

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Recent Guests

Fatemeh Sadeghi
Sociologist and Political Theorist at UCL's Institute for Global Prosperity
University College London
Episode: Who Controls the Story of Power? Islamism & Narrative with Dr Fatemeh Sadeghi | Thinking Islam Ep.14
Robert Wintemute
Professor of Law discussing religious rights and LGBT rights in comparative constitutional and human rights law
Professor of Law (unspecified institution)
Episode: Muslim Rights, Same-Sex Marriage & the Future of Tolerance by Prof. Robert Wintemute | Seminar
Dr Hassan Abbas
Professor of International Relations at the National Defence University, Washington DC
National Defence University, Washington DC
Episode: Why Imam Ali Still Matters: The Prophet’s Heir with Dr Hassan Abbas | Thinking Islam | Ep.13
Abdolkarim Soroush
Philosopher, theologian, and leading voice in Islamic reformist thought
Episode: Rumi and the Pure Heart: Reading the Qur’an Existentially with Dr Soroush | Thinking Islam | Ep.12
Dr. Babak Rahimi
Academic specializing in religious studies and cultural practices related to mourning.
University of California, San Diego
Episode: Why Are Shi‘as Still Mourning? Death, Muharram & Senses with Dr Babak Rahimi | Thinking Islam Ep. 11
Dr. Karen Bauer
One of the most influential contemporary scholars in Quranic Studies, particularly on gender and emotions.
Institute of Ismaili Studies, London
Episode: Feeling Islam: An Emotional Journey of the Qur’an with Dr. Karen Bauer | Thinking Islam | Ep.8

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Armaan
Co-host who introduces Dr. Abbas
João
Host of The AMI Podcast
Shonda Nicole Gladden
Professor and Methodist pastor; co-discussion contributor
Louisa Conwill
Co-author and presenter in the discussion
Jonathan Karr
Co-author and presenter in the discussion

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Confusing

    While the presentation of this series appears to be an in depth, nuanced, modern reflection of Shia Islam, several of the topics addressed are confusing to listeners. Semantics and linguistics often override a clear summation of the core beliefs of Shia Fiqh. I prefer the Thaqlain app, which provides extreme clarity in terms of lectures, videos and content on mainstream Shia beliefs.

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A few remarks note occasional opacity in explaining nuanced concepts to lay listeners.
Content is deeply scholarly with cross-denominational insights, but some listeners crave clearer summaries.
Guests are generally experts; conversations feel rigorous and thoughtful.

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Who Controls the Story of Power? Islamism & Narrative with Dr Fatemeh Sadeghi | Thinking Islam Ep.14
Q: Can you tell us your understanding of political narrative and how does that play a role specifically in the Muslim world?
Political narratives in the Muslim world are diverse and historically have acted to legitimize or delegitimize power. They range from traditional religious narrations like hadith and rivayat to modern, politicized stories that mobilize people, sometimes under colonial or anti-colonial banners. In the contemporary era, narratives both challenge and reinforce regimes, and their quality—whether inclusive or exclusive—depends on the social and political context; the goal is to imagine a future that sustains dignity and equality beyond coercive power.
Muslim Rights, Same-Sex Marriage & the Future of Tolerance by Prof. Robert Wintemute | Seminar
Q: How have different legal systems approached the wearing of religious symbols in schools and public spaces?
There is a spectrum from accommodation in the UK and Canada, to stricter bans in France, with the European Court of Human Rights recognizing consensus-based limits in some contexts while allowing broad interpretation of secular neutrality in others.
Why Imam Ali Still Matters: The Prophet’s Heir with Dr Hassan Abbas | Thinking Islam | Ep.13
Q: What motivated you to write about Imam Ali as a unifying figure rather than a sectarian symbol?
I wanted to present a historically grounded, cross-tradition view of Ali that respects both Sunni and Shia sources, showing how his life and writings offer a model for inclusive governance, social justice, and dialogue.
Rumi and the Pure Heart: Reading the Qur’an Existentially with Dr Soroush | Thinking Islam | Ep.12
Q: What should be the relationship between the Qur'an and its reader in current times?
A humble relationship where the reader approaches the Qur'an with a pure heart, allowing the text to speak to their existence without preconceptions.
Where Vedas Meet Qur'an: Hindu Self & its Muslim Neighbours with Dr Ankur Barua | Thinking Islam | Ep.10
Q: So what would be the reason for the bias of not giving you so much of a time?
The bias might stem from the perception that psychological explanations may not fully capture the spiritual or metaphysical dimensions of the self.

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A scholarly-leaning program that explores Islamic studies, interdenominational dialogue, and the social implications of religion and technology. Episodes frequently feature academics and religious leaders discussing historical figures, ethics, spirituality, and the impact of modernity on faith communities. Notable strengths include evidence-based, cross-tradition dialogue and a willingness to tackle difficult topics like imperial history, digital religion, and AI ethics. The show often highlights nuanced scholarship and practical reflections on unity, dialogue, and contemporary religious practice, making it a strong fit for listeners who want academically rigorous yet accessible conversation about Islam, religion and society.

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1. Fatemeh Sadeghi
2. Robert Wintemute
3. Dr Hassan Abbas
4. Abdolkarim Soroush
5. Dr. Babak Rahimi
6. Dr. Karen Bauer

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