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The Thinking Youth

Muhammad Jalal
Islam
Gaza
Palestine
Uyghurs
Palestinians
Iran
Kashmir
Human Rights
Ottoman Empire
Israel
India
Political Analysis
Sudan
Ummah
Zionism
Islamic World Geopolitics
Islamophobia
Microsoft
Islam In America
Al-Aqsa Mosque

Welcome to the Thinking Youth Podcast!

We’ve launched our YouTube channel featuring voices like Leanne Mohammad, Sami Hamdi, Shaykh Navaid and Imam Tom, along with scholars and experts. Join us for deep conversations on faith, identity and social justice that inspire enlightened action and meaningful Ummatic change. This is just the start! Bismillah!

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Is the Sunni–Shia Debate… FINALLY Over?

Sectarian divisions have long shaped Muslim discourse. But in an age of global crises and unprecedented pressure on the Ummah, the real question is this: how do Muslims today, and especially Muslim youth, nav... more

Palestinian MMA fighter and activist Al-Baraa “Abu Ayoub” Atmeh joins us to talk about Islamic masculinity, the men of Gaza, and how the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ redefined what it means to be a man. In a world obsessed with Andrew Tate and “alpha-male” cul... more

Today on The Thinking Youth we are joined by Aber Kawasor a wide-ranging conversation on faith, politics, organizing, and the future of progressive movements in America.

Aber Kawas is a community organizer, democratic socialist, and candidate for th... more

In today’s episode of Thinking Youth, we are joined by political commentator and global affairs analyst Sami Hamdi for a personal and reflective discussion on the challenges and inspirations shaping the Muslim world today.

Together, we explore wheth... more

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Recent Guests

Abir Habir
Muslim community organizer and Democratic Socialist candidate
New York political activism and candidacy (Queens/Astoria)
Episode: This MAMDANI Endorsed Candidate Will REVOLUTIONIZE New York | Aber Kawas
Dr. Khalid El-Awaisi
Guest expert on social sciences and Middle East politics
Social Sciences University Ankara, Turkey
Episode: How To Stop the Israeli Plan To Destroy Al-Aqsa | Dr. Khalid El-Awaisi
Sami Hamdi
Political analyst and guest on the episode
Independent commentator
Episode: Why Humiliation Fails: Dawah, Power & Changing Muslim Mindset | Sami Hamdi
Wajid Akhter
Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain
Muslim Council of Britain
Episode: How Just 1,400 Votes Can DEFEAT the Far Right | British Elections 2026 with Dr. Wajid Akhter
Mahfuz Talukder
Political and intelligence analyst known as NewsBaba
NewsBaba (personal brand)
Episode: This is WHY the Middle East Will Never Be The Same (ft. NewsBaba)
Dr. Muzzamil Ayyub Thakur
Activist for Kashmir, Palestine and Ummah; discussed from a Kashmiri perspective on oppression and resistance
Kashmir Center (as contextual reference)
Episode: Kashmir, Iran, India & Israel Explained | ft. Dr. Muzzamil Ayyub Thakur
Muhammad Ali Sharghzadeh
A renowned commentator on Iran, Iranian society, Islam, Sufism, and related topics
Independent media / The Thinking Youth
Episode: Iran on the Eve of an American Ground Invasion | Ft. Sharghzadeh
Mohammed Saleh
Journalist and reporter of Palestinian background
Episode: Uncovering the 'Unholy Trinity' Between the UAE, Israel, and the Far Right
Musab Abdali
Attorney and activist working with Oak Cliff Empowerment Center, an Islamic community center in Texas
Episode: Mega-Masjids, Middle Class Islam, and Malcolm X

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Amazing and thought provoking content

    May Allah reward you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MuhanadMeskawe
    Denmark5 months ago
  • Bless you all!

    I feel so blessed to run across your podcast. Good luck ☪️ 🙌🏿 🗽🇺🇸

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cam from Central Park
    United States6 months ago

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Honest, bold discussions that challenge mainstream narratives.
Respectful, well-researched perspectives on the Ummah.
Fueling constructive dialogue and advocacy within Muslim communities.
Thought-provoking analysis on geopolitics and faith.

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UNCOMFORTABLE Truths about Masculinity EVERY Muslim Should Understand Before 25
Q: Can you be a real man without caring about the Ummah?
No; true masculinity in Islam is inseparable from caring for others, especially the vulnerable, and being engaged in community and charity.
UNCOMFORTABLE Truths about Masculinity EVERY Muslim Should Understand Before 25
Q: What does it mean to be a man in Islam, beyond appearances and toughness?
Manhood is rooted in character, self-control, compassion, and responsibility toward the Ummah, not just physical strength or bravado.
Why Humiliation Fails: Dawah, Power & Changing Muslim Mindset | Sami Hamdi
Q: What role did your parents' lessons play in shaping your approach to politics and activism?
They instilled the idea that serving Allah and the Ummah comes before personal glory or political gain, leading to a leadership style that prioritizes justice, mercy, and constructive engagement over power-seeking.
Why Humiliation Fails: Dawah, Power & Changing Muslim Mindset | Sami Hamdi
Q: Why do you think public debates with figures like Valentina Gomez become heated, and how should Muslims engage in such conversations?
Public disagreements should be approached with empathy and a focus on guiding others toward truth, not refining a personal battleground; humility and patience are essential to make the da'wah resonant with people's fitra.
How Kashmir EXPOSED India and Israel’s TWISTED Bromance
Q: What personal legacy or example guides the guest's activism?
The guest discusses his father's pan-Islamist, pro-Ummah activism, viewing it as a lineage of striving for Muslim unity and the protection of Muslim identities, which motivates his ongoing work.

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This show features in-depth conversations centered on faith, identity, and social justice within Muslim communities and the wider Islamic world. Episodes frequently explore geopolitics, regional conflicts, diaspora perspectives, and pathways for Ummah empowerment, often through pragmatic strategies, advocacy, and community organizing. A distinctive thread is connecting global political dynamics to faith-based leadership and everyday action, with guests ranging from geopolitical analysts and activists to scholars and journalists. The format tends to be interview-led, aiming to translate complex issues into actionable insights for listeners who value principled engagement, contextual understanding, and constructive critique of power structure... more

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2. Dr. Khalid El-Awaisi
3. Sami Hamdi
4. Wajid Akhter
5. Mahfuz Talukder
6. Dr. Muzzamil Ayyub Thakur
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