Best Amin Ahmed Podcasts (2024)

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Nasir Sirikhan’s Philosophy of Dance 34:16

4d ago34:16

34:16

Nasir Sirikhan and Abdul-Rehman Malik discuss Nasir's viral wedding dance video and the joy and connection it brought to millions of viewers. They talk about the origins of QuickStyle and how Nasir, Suleiman, and Bilal met and formed their dance crew. Nasir shares the emotional journey of performing and the camaraderie among the group. They also di…

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Faig Ahmed Melts Tradition with His Mind-Bending Rugs 30:40

14d ago30:40

30:40

In this episode we sit down with renowned contemporary artist Faig Ahmed, celebrated for his revolutionary approach to traditional Azerbaijani carpet weaving. Faig’s work transcends cultural and artistic boundaries, creating a unique dialogue between the ancient and the modern. We delve into his artistic journey, exploring the inspirations and crea…

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Aanchal Malhotra Collects Stories of Partition 36:40

28d ago36:40

36:40

In this episode of This Being Human, Abdul-Rehman Malik sits down with Aanchal Malhotra, author and oral historian, to explore the emotional legacies of the partition of India and Pakistan. Aanchal shares personal stories, insights from her books "Remnants of Separation, In the Language of Remembering, and The Book of Everlasting Things, and reflec…

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How Deeyah Khan Faces Hate With Humanity (Live!) 45:36

2M ago45:36

45:36

In this episode of "This Being Human," we sit down with Deeyah Khan, an acclaimed filmmaker and activist renowned for her transformative documentaries. Deeyah shares her remarkable journey from being a music artist to becoming a powerful voice against extremism through film. Growing up as a Norwegian of Pakistani descent, she faced significant cult…

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dina Amin's Treasure Trove of Trash 41:24

2M ago41:24

41:24

In this episode of This Being Human we sit down with dina Amin, an innovative stop motion artist from Cairo, Egypt. dina shares her unique journey from studying Industrial Design in Malaysia to creating her acclaimed Instagram series, 'Tinker Friday.' Through 'Tinker Friday,' she combines her design expertise with animation to reveal the hidden int…

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Good Enough: Embracing Imperfection in Life and Work 5:44

2M ago5:44

5:44

Hey there, entrepreneurs and multitasking wizards! In this episode of the Be Well, Do Well podcast, I'm diving into a concept that's truly liberating: "Good Enough is Good Enough." We've all been caught in the perfection trap, scrapping ideas or redoing tasks countless times in pursuit of perfection. But today, I explore why embracing "good enough"…

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Data Dreams: The Artistic Universe of Refik Anadol 37:14

2M ago37:14

37:14

In this episode we delve into the artistic universe of Refik Anadol, a Turkish-American new media artist renowned for his innovative use of data-driven machine learning algorithms in art. From his early days in Istanbul to his advanced studies and creative endeavors in Los Angeles, we explore the formative experiences that shaped his pioneering app…

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Alia Syed's Career In Experimental Filmmaking 35:15

3M ago35:15

35:15

On this episode of This Being Human, we speak with Alia Syed, a British experimental filmmaker whose work has been shown all around the art world for the last 25 years. Born in 1964 in Swansea to a Welsh mother and Indian father, Alia uses her film cameras to meditate on issues of subjectivity and narrative, identity and memory. Her films have been…

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Transform Your Workday with Deep Work Strategies 7:50

3M ago7:50

7:50

In this episode, I dive into the secrets of deep work and achieving a flow state to maximize productivity. I start by defining shallow work, where distractions dominate, and compare it to the focused, distraction-free concentration of deep work. Drawing inspiration from Cal Newport's Deep Work and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's Flow, I explore the benef…

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Transform Your Diet, Transform Your Life: Insights from Ara Wiseman 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

In this episode of the Be Well, Do Well podcast, I sit down with Ara Wiseman, a renowned nutritional expert and aging well specialist from Toronto. Ara shares her incredible journey into nutrition, driven by her early aversion to meat and dairy and her intuitive belief that food is medicine. We delve into the benefits of a plant-based diet, discuss…

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The Sci-Fi Sufism of Saks Afridi 26:54

3M ago26:54

26:54

Saks Afridi is an artist who refers to his work as ,scfi-fi sufism., His pieces include prayer rugs depicting UFOs, visual art that blends images of circuitry with classic Islamic design, and an extensive, multi-disciplinary project based on a mythological world that he calls Space Mosque. Saks talks about blending the spiritual with the speculativ…

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Amir Sulaiman's Journey From Poet to Screenwriter 39:37

4M ago39:37

39:37

In this episode of This Being Human we delve deep into the profound significance of poetry in modernity through the lens of renowned poet and artist, Amir Sulaiman. Hailing from Rochester, New York, Amir's poetic journey has traversed continents, resonating with audiences globally. From his exploration of existential inquiries to the unraveling of …

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From SWAT Negotiator to Cancer Warrior: Terry Tucker's Journey of Resilience and Motivation 31:03

4M ago31:03

31:03

In this compelling episode of the Be Well, Do Well podcast, I sit down with the extraordinarily versatile Terry Tucker—an author, motivational speaker, and relentless cancer fighter with a storied background spanning multiple professions, from SWAT team hostage negotiation to high school basketball coaching. Terry shares insights from his eclectic …

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Kiran Ahluwalia on blending cultures and making music 38:00

4M ago38:00

38:00

Kiran Ahluwalia is a true innovator-her songs blend the music of India with influences from Mali and western blues, rock, R&B and jazz to create a sound unlike any other artist. Over the last two decades, Kiran has studied under masters of classical Indian music and collaborated with iconic North African artists, most notably the iconic desert blue…

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Jude Chehab Made A Beautiful Film about her Mother 35:05

5M ago35:05

35:05

Jude Chehab is a young filmmaker whose first feature film, Q, has cemented her in lists of best new directors to watch. Q is a beautifully shot and intimate portrait of Jude's mother's relationship to an all-female religious group in Lebanon. It has won multiple awards, including at the Tribeca Film Festival, and is being lauded for being a genre-b…

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Hustle Hard or Chill Out? Finding the Right Weekend Work-Life Balance 5:25

5M ago5:25

5:25

In today's episode, I discussed the pros and cons of entrepreneurs working weekends, especially when trying to achieve big goals. Some benefits of weekend work include getting ahead faster on a short timeline, showing commitment and hustle, having focused time without distractions, and being able to respond quicker to customers. However, there are …

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From Seinfeld to Jobs: Meditation’s Role in Excellence 3:54

5M ago3:54

3:54

In today's episode of "Be Well, Do Well," I unveil the transformative power of meditation for entrepreneurs, showing how it can sharpen focus, ignite creativity, and quell the daily stress of business and parenting. Meditation isn't just spiritual fluff; it's a practical tool for mental clarity, endorsed by luminaries like Jerry Seinfeld, Oprah, an…

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Mastering Mornings: Unlocking the Power of 4AM 5:21

5M ago5:21

5:21

In today's episode of the Be Well, Do Well podcast, I reveal why waking up at 4 a.m. is my game-changing routine for success. I'll share insights from renowned figures like Tim Cook and Michelle Obama, who also start their days before dawn. This episode is not just about beating the sunrise; it's about discovering undisturbed, peaceful time to focu…

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Winning at Life with Navy SEAL Tactics: Slow, Smooth, Fast 5:13

5M ago5:13

5:13

In today's episode of the Be Well, Do Well podcast, I dive into a fascinating concept borrowed from the world of Navy SEALs: "Slow is smooth, smooth is fast." Initially, it sounded counterintuitive to me—how could slowing down actually make us faster? Yet, as I unpack this wisdom, I'll show you how it's not just about the high-stakes world of elite…

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Season 4 Teaser 1:49

5M ago1:49

1:49

A new season of This Being Human is almost here! We'll be back soon with more fascinating conversations with amazing people whose lives, ideas, and art have been shaped by Muslim culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Aga Khan Museum & TVO

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Haroon Siddiqui's Love Letter to Canada 33:45

5M ago33:45

33:45

Haroon Siddiqui has had many titles. Reporter, columnist, editor... the list goes on. He can now add author to his resume with the release of his memoir "My Name is Not Harry". It's a profound reflection on his career, Canadian values, his immigrant superpowers and the role he believes luck, or perhaps divine destiny, has played in his incredible l…

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Sandra Saenz on the art of makeup 34:37

7M ago34:37

34:37

Sandra Saenz joins us to talk about the art of makeup, navigating the world of beauty as a Mexican Muslim, and her first video art exhibition. She is the first Mexican hijabi makeup artist to secure agency representation in the USA. Her work has been featured in magazines and advertisements worldwide for Sephora. She's currently a Global Brand Amba…

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Hassan Hajjaj on his Iconic Photography 30:14

8M ago30:14

30:14

Photographer Hassan Hajjaj has an iconic style that blends elements of pop art, hip hop culture and North African fashion. It spans series like Kesh Angels, which depicts biker women in Marakesh, as well as celebrity photoshoots and album art. He joins AR to talk about developing his unique style, his initial reluctance to call himself an artist, a…

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New Beginnings: Setting Personal and Professional Goals This New Year 3:23

8M ago3:23

3:23

In this episode, we'll explore the world of New Year's resolutions and how they can transform your life. The New Year is like hitting the refresh button, a chance to start fresh and set new goals. I'll show you how to make the most of it, both personally and professionally. As parents, it's easy to put ourselves last, but a happier you means a happ…

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Wael Shawky Doesn't Believe in History 30:24

8M ago30:24

30:24

Egyptian artist Wael Shawky explores the connections between history and myth. His work includes installations and sculpture, as well as films like Cabaret Crusades and I Am Hymns of the New Temple, which use marionettes to revisit big moments in history from a new perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Shezad Dawood's Virtual Garden of Love 30:46

9M ago30:46

30:46

Shezad Dawood is a multidisciplinary artist whose work blends stories, reality and symbolism to engage with big questions about humanity, and explore alternative futures. He speaks to AR about his latest project, Night in the Garden of Love, an immersive experience that uses virtual reality to bring visitors into a fantastical world. It's based on …

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Best of: Marina Tabassum 22:20

9M ago22:20

22:20

Marina Tabassum is a Bangladeshi architect whose work includes Bangladesh's underground Museum of Independence and the award-winning Bait Ur Rouf mosque. She talks about working with local materials, the rich landscape of Bangladesh's capital city, Dhaka, and how architects should embrace social responsibility, as with her $200 houses for displaced…

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Kameelah Janan Rasheed isn't interested in being legible 33:26

9M ago33:26

33:26

Kameelah Janan Rasheed is an artist whose work focuses on Black knowledge production, re-shaping history, and unlearning the things we think we know. Her projects, spanning photography, installations, text, sound, and more, have been shown around the globe and earned her a 2021 Guggenheim Fellowship. She joins us to talk about resisting easy defini…

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A.R. interviews his sister, Toronto Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik 51:15

10M ago51:15

51:15

Ausma Malik was the first woman in a hijab to be elected to public office in Canada, and the first Muslim-identifying, hijab-wearing woman on Toronto city council. She was recently appointed Deputy Mayor of Toronto. She also happens to be the sister of This Being Human host Abdul-Rehman Malik. In this episode, A.R. asks Ausma the questions only a b…

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Yasmeen Lari on Rethinking the Values of Architecture 35:12

10M ago35:12

35:12

As Pakistan's first female architect, Yasmeen Lari left a major imprint on the country's visual identity, with modern buildings like the Finance and Trade Centre, the Taj Mahal Hotel in Karachi, and the Pakistan State Oil Head Office. But her career later took a turn from working for the powerful few, towards assisting the most vulnerable members o…

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Nasir Sirikhan’s Philosophy of Dance 34:16

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Faig Ahmed Melts Tradition with His Mind-Bending Rugs 30:40

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Aanchal Malhotra Collects Stories of Partition 36:40

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How Deeyah Khan Faces Hate With Humanity (Live!) 45:36

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dina Amin's Treasure Trove of Trash 41:24

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Good Enough: Embracing Imperfection in Life and Work 5:44

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Data Dreams: The Artistic Universe of Refik Anadol 37:14

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Alia Syed's Career In Experimental Filmmaking 35:15

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Transform Your Workday with Deep Work Strategies 7:50

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Transform Your Diet, Transform Your Life: Insights from Ara Wiseman 32:04

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The Sci-Fi Sufism of Saks Afridi 26:54

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Amir Sulaiman's Journey From Poet to Screenwriter 39:37

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From SWAT Negotiator to Cancer Warrior: Terry Tucker's Journey of Resilience and Motivation 31:03

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Kiran Ahluwalia on blending cultures and making music 38:00

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Jude Chehab Made A Beautiful Film about her Mother 35:05

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Hustle Hard or Chill Out? Finding the Right Weekend Work-Life Balance 5:25

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From Seinfeld to Jobs: Meditation’s Role in Excellence 3:54

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Mastering Mornings: Unlocking the Power of 4AM 5:21

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Winning at Life with Navy SEAL Tactics: Slow, Smooth, Fast 5:13

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Season 4 Teaser 1:49

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Haroon Siddiqui's Love Letter to Canada 33:45

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Sandra Saenz on the art of makeup 34:37

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Hassan Hajjaj on his Iconic Photography 30:14

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New Beginnings: Setting Personal and Professional Goals This New Year 3:23

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Wael Shawky Doesn't Believe in History 30:24

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Shezad Dawood's Virtual Garden of Love 30:46

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Best of: Marina Tabassum 22:20

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Kameelah Janan Rasheed isn't interested in being legible 33:26

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A.R. interviews his sister, Toronto Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik 51:15

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Yasmeen Lari on Rethinking the Values of Architecture 35:12

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