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The Ansari Podcast

Mahmoud Ansari
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Experiencing God Through History, Science, Theology, Art, Psychology and Human Experience. Join us in this all inclusive experience to discover more about yourself and the Muslim world around you. Don’t forget to Subscribe Please! :) A Muslim and Islamic Podcast. Insta: @theansaripodcast

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Recent Guests

Muhammad Al-Ubaidy
Canadian entrepreneur, podcaster, bestselling author of The Mirror
The Mirror
Episode: 186: Stop Overthinking. Allah is With You. w. Mohammed Al-Ubaidy
Abdul El-Sayed
Senatorial candidate in Michigan
Political candidate
Episode: 185: How Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan & Shakes Up American Politics w. Abdul El-Sayed
Ahmed Elbenni
Writer, editor, reporter, and PhD candidate in Near Eastern Studies at Princeton University
Princeton University (Near Eastern Studies)
Episode: 184: Islamofuturism “Science Fiction Is the Most Spiritually Engaged Genre” w. Ahmed Elbenni
Sayed Hussain Makke
Shi'i Muslim religious scholar sharing perspectives on Sunni–Shia history and Aqeedah
Shia Muslim community, South Lebanon
Episode: 183: The Battle of the Camel: The Turning Point in the Sunni–Shia Divide | Sayed Hussain Makke
Kuzzat Altay
Uyghur activist and refugee who speaks publicly about the Uyghur crisis
Uyghur advocacy, diaspora veteran
Episode: 182: Why Kuzzat Altay, a Muslim Uyghur Activist, Looked Elsewhere for Support | China, Israel & the Crisis of Muslim Unity
Sarah Su
Chinese businesswoman turned storyteller; convert to Islam
Episode: 181: Top Chinese Businesswoman Converts to Islam: "Islam Found Me“ w. Sarah Su
Paul Williams
Founder of Blogging Theology
Blogging Theology
Episode: 179: The Untold History of British Muslims w. Paul Williams
Abdulrahman El-Sayed
Senatorial candidate, Michigan
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate (Michigan)
Episode: 178: Is AIPAC Losing in Michigan? | Abdulrahman El-Sayed
Abdullah Cheng
Imam
Taiwan-based imam speaking about Islam in East Asia
Episode: 177: Islam Is the Future of China? Why Islam's Growing SO FAST in China w. Imam Abdullah Cheng

Hosts

Mahmoud Ansari
Host of The Ansari Podcast; central voice guiding discussions on Islam, history, and current affairs.
Jeehan Ansari
Co-host with focus on engaging guests and expanding conversation across disciplines.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 250 ratings
  • Awesome podcast

    Great podcast. I enjoy the guests but sometimes it is difficult to hear the host. Br. Mahmoud, can you get closer to the mic. I can usually hear the guests fine

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iros311
    United States5 months ago
  • Minnesota

    The 2026 TPS runs out and Homeland Security will deport every Somali from Minnesota!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PRS6565
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ansari Podcast Always Delivers

    Everything on this podcast is always fantastic and I love the way they deliver the content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    God’sStarseed
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Work

    This is a great podcast. Really. Love to throw it on while studying. Only issue is I stop studying and just listen to the pod 😆

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bigbeedz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sami Hamdi 👊

    We need to spread Sami's message more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Khanfaraz123
    United States2 years ago

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183: The Battle of the Camel: The Turning Point in the Sunni–Shia Divide | Sayed Hussain Makke
Q: How do Sunni and Shi'i sources differ on hadith and authority after the Prophet, and why does that matter for perceiving historical figures?
The guest notes that Sunnis largely rely on Sahaba narrations while Shi'is prioritize Ahlul Bayt narrations, explaining how differing authorities shape what each tradition can affirm about historical figures and events.
183: The Battle of the Camel: The Turning Point in the Sunni–Shia Divide | Sayed Hussain Makke
Q: Why is Karbala considered such a defining moment for the Shi'a, and how is Hussain's sacrifice interpreted today?
The guest emphasizes Karbala as the birth of Shi'i identity and a lasting symbol of justice and resistance against tyranny, with Hussain's sacrifice framed as an enduring call to uphold the truth and reform the religion.
183: The Battle of the Camel: The Turning Point in the Sunni–Shia Divide | Sayed Hussain Makke
Q: Was Ali upset about not being chosen as the first Khalifa, and how do Shi'a historians view his reaction?
The guest explains that Shi'i historians generally agree Ali was upset and did not pledge bay'ah to Abu Bakr, framing this as a crucial moment that highlighted the split in leadership and authority.
182: Why Kuzzat Altay, a Muslim Uyghur Activist, Looked Elsewhere for Support | China, Israel & the Crisis of Muslim Unity
Q: What's the way forward for the Uyghurs given the current geopolitical landscape?
He advocates independence as a necessary path, tempered by a desire to protect non-violent avenues, while also stressing the importance of global Muslim solidarity and practicality in pursuing rights and safety.
182: Why Kuzzat Altay, a Muslim Uyghur Activist, Looked Elsewhere for Support | China, Israel & the Crisis of Muslim Unity
Q: Can you tell me about this scenario and your life story from China as a young Muslim boy to the United States?
He describes growing up in Urumqi, enduring discrimination and indoctrination, witnessing his aunt Rabia Qadir's political ascent and later persecution, fleeing China via Turkey, and eventually finding refuge in the United States where he pursued business while trying to distance himself from politics.

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1. Muhammad Al-Ubaidy
2. Abdul El-Sayed
3. Ahmed Elbenni
4. Sayed Hussain Makke
5. Kuzzat Altay
6. Sarah Su
7. Paul Williams
8. Abdulrahman El-Sayed

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