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The Thinking Muslim

Muhammad Jalal
Gaza
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Islam
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Forced Sterilization
Muslim Ummah
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American Muslims
Ottoman Empire
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A platform for the elevation of thinking and a call to enlightened action.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Sami Al-Arian
Academic and commentator featured as guest discussing Middle East geopolitics
Independent scholar
Episode: The Iran Trap: Is America Losing the War? | Dr. Sami Al-Arian
Dr. Andreas Krieg
Security scholar/analyst
Episode: Why Tehran Might Outlast Washington | Dr Andreas Krieg
Curt Mills
Executive director of the American Conservative
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Episode: Epstein, Israel and War with Iran | Curt Mills
Nurul Izzah Anwar
President of the leading party in Malaysia and daughter of the Prime Minister
Parti Keadilan Rakyat (People's Justice Party), Malaysia
Episode: Gaza and the Rupture in International Order | Nurul Izzah Anwar
Dr. Muhammad al-Muqtar al-Shinqiti
Professor of International Affairs at Qatar University
Qatar University
Episode: The Rise of the East and the Setting of The West | Dr Muhammad al-Mukhtar al-Shinqiti
Daniel Levy
Ex-Israeli negotiator and critic of Israeli policies
Episode: The Ceasefire Delusion | Daniel Levy
Dr. Asim Qureshi
Human rights lawyer, author, and research director at CAGE International.
CAGE International
Episode: Why is the British government arresting thousands of grandmothers? - Dr Asim Qureshi
Dr. Abdullah Aloudh
Saudi dissident and son of Sheikh Salman Aloudh, discussing authoritarianism in Saudi Arabia
Episode: Is Saudi-Israeli normalisation over? | Dr. Abdullah Salman Alaoudh
Ibtihal Aboussad
Former software engineer at Microsoft who resigned for taking a stand against its complicity with genocide in Gaza.
Episode: How Big Tech Feeds Israel’s War Machine | Ibtihal Aboussad

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Muhammad Jalal
Host with a focus on critical engagement with Islamic principles and contemporary socio-political issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Amazing podcast.

    . Love listening to this podcast. Spirit and letter of any law is key to balance any rule or ruling. God (swt) gave us an analytical brain for a reason. Much love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jppbkc
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you for respecting our minds and offering quality perspective and much needed knowledge and insight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ilyarna
    United States5 months ago
  • Best podcast evahhhhhhh

    This podcast is the highlight of my day!!!! Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hfcgfc
    United States5 months ago
  • A wonderful resource!

    This is a wonderful resource for Muslims, Muslimas and all those who wish to learn about Islam in all its complexity and diversity. I specially enjoyed the episode with Dr. Farah El-Sharif, “The Scholars Who Failed Gaza”. Dr. Farah is such an erudite! Her knowledge, clarity and bravery are to be commended! MashAllah!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Duha Anne
    Mexico7 months ago
  • Wahhabism

    Was excited to listen to this podcast. Then the first episode I listened to had them whitewashing Julani and regurgitating imperialist propaganda about the role of Iran and Russia in Syria

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The Iran Trap: Is America Losing the War? | Dr. Sami Al-Arian
Q: What determines the outcome of this war, regime change versus attrition and economic pressure?
He emphasizes a war of attrition where the side that endures longer and imposes broader pain on global economies and publics will shape the conflict's outcome, rather than decisive battlefield victories.
The Iran Trap: Is America Losing the War? | Dr. Sami Al-Arian
Q: Can the United States and Israel realistically achieve regime change in Iran?
Dr. Al-Arian argues that regime change is extremely remote and unlikely without an unprecedented ground invasion, and that the geopolitical and strategic constraints make it impractical.
Is This the War That Breaks the Middle East? | Sami Hamdi
Q: What did Rubio's remarks reveal about the power dynamics between Israel, the U.S., and public opinion in America?
Rubio's comments exposed a blunt, less-covered facet of U.S.-Israel relations, highlighting how domestic political pressures and base politics can push a more aggressive posturing, while independent voices within the U.S. signal potential limits to traditional support, suggesting room for recalibration.
Seerah & Geopolitics: How the Prophet ﷺ Built a Civilisation | Wadah Khanfar
Q: What makes Hudaybiyah seminal to the Prophet's broader mission, and how did the period between Hudaybiyah and the eventual conquest of Mecca shape the Islamic state's development?
Hudaybiyah created a secure environment for diplomacy and the spread of the message, allowing emissaries to engage regional powers and finalize a framework in which Islam could flourish. The interlude enabled consolidations, treaties with tribal groups, and a peaceful approach that culminated in Mecca's later, morally impactful conquest.
Seerah & Geopolitics: How the Prophet ﷺ Built a Civilisation | Wadah Khanfar
Q: Can you explain the Treaty of Hudaybiyah and what lessons it offers about strategic patience and compromise without sacrificing core principles?
Hudaybiyah was a strategic pause that preserved the core pillars of the mission while opening pathways for future interaction, alliance-building, and peaceful expansion of influence. It demonstrates that strategic patience can yield greater long-term gains than immediate conquest when it preserves the mission's integrity.

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Content focuses on enhancing understanding of Islam and contemporary global challenges, often featuring thought-provoking discussions that intersect religion, politics, and ethics. Notable topics include the geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East, the implications of Western foreign policy, and the significance of activism in the Muslim community. The unique approach lies in its blend of critical thinking and activism, urging listeners to engage deeply with both religious and worldly issues while fostering a community dialogue around complex themes.

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4. Nurul Izzah Anwar
5. Dr. Muhammad al-Muqtar al-Shinqiti
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