A weekly look into and behind the unique work of Imam Wisam Sharieff and his pursuit of teaching the world to live a “Quranic Lifestyle” starting from reading, reciting and memorizing Quran and going beyond to mental mastery, physical perfecting, and living abundantly connected to Allah at all times. Hosted by Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe.
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Journeys of Faith Part 2: Reflections on Hajj, Aging, and Self-Discovery
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Recent Travels Hajj Pilgrimage Global Concerns and Inner Peace: Aging, Personal Growth, and Wisdom: Religious Practices and Spirituality: Dopamine Fast and Technology Dependence:By Advocating Quranic Lifestyle (AQL, Inc.)
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Journey of Faith: Wisam Sharieff’s Calgary Experience
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*Friday Khutbah with Wisam Sharieff. Wisam discusses how he interacted with the audience and feedback he received. Saturday One Ummah conference Wisam notes how transforming the One Ummah was. Subscribe to Our Podcast: Stay updated with our latest episodes featuring inspiring stories and spiritual insights. Don’t forget to rate and review! Follow U…
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Journeys of Faith: Conversations on Teaching, Adaptation, and Outreach in Islam
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Travel and Culinary Exploration Teaching Adaptation and Class Structure Challenges of Visual Impairment Perceptions, Self-Image, and Teaching Challenges Imam's Talk on Prayer and Worship Episode Discussion and Patient Case Ramadan Preparation and Future PlansBy Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Ramadan Reflections: Exploring Cultural Traditions and Personal Growth
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In a series of heartfelt conversations, Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe delve into the significance of Ramadan, sharing personal experiences and reflections. They emphasize the importance of cultural traditions and practices within the Muslim community, discussing the impact of technology on its observance and the potential for creating n…
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Journey to Spiritual Growth: Conversations on Self-Awareness and Transformation
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The conversation touches on themes such as believers, friends, goals, and transformations, with Dr. Gina sharing her personal experience of achieving her lifelong goal of obtaining a PhD. They discuss the uncertainty that often follows reaching goals and the need for individuals to experience various aspects of life fully. Mindfulness and transform…
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The Pitfalls of 'Isms' and Resisting the Lure of Fame: Spiritual Preparation for Ramadan
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This reflective piece delves into the potential pitfalls associated with various "isms" such as materialism, individualism, and consumerism, emphasizing the spiritual challenges they pose during the holy month of Ramadan. It also explores the allure of fame and its impact on one's spiritual journey, providing insights and guidance on maintaining a …
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A Spiritual Journey Beyond Borders: Our Umrah Experience
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss their recent Umrah in December of 2023. Umrah proved to be a profound and transformative spiritual expedition. From the sacred rituals at the Grand Mosque in Mecca to the serene moments of reflection in the holy city of Medina, every step of the pilgrimage was a testament to the deep connection…
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Sacred Journey: Memorizing the Quran and the Road to Umrah
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Join us as we explore the inspiring stories of individuals dedicated to committing the holy verses to memory, unraveling the secrets of this sacred task. Along the way, we'll share practical tips, expert insights, and heartwarming narratives to guide you through your own Quranic memorization journey. As we prepare for the spiritual pilgrimage of Um…
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From Fantasy to Fruition: Turning Dreams into Reality
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Whether you're an aspiring artist, entrepreneur, or simply someone fascinated by the transformative power of imagination, this episode serves as a source of motivation and practical advice. Join us as we celebrate the magic that happens when fantasy meets determination, offering a roadmap for listeners to embark on their own quests from fantasy to …
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The podcast doesn't shy away from addressing the current events in Palestine, providing a nuanced analysis of the challenges faced by the Palestinian people and the broader implications for regional stability. We review the role of Christian Zionism in shaping political policies and influencing public opinion, shedding light on its impact on diplom…
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Dubai Part2: Further Adventures in Dubai.
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Join us on this immersive journey as we continue to unravel the untold stories and key takeaways from the Satoshi Round Table in Dubai, providing an insider's perspective on the cutting-edge developments shaping the future of the crypto industry.By Advocating Quranic Lifestyle (AQL, Inc.)
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Navigating Life with Crohn's: A Spiritual Journey
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Imam Wisam, a respected religious leader, not only provides a deep understanding of Islamic teachings but also delves into his own journey with Crohn's disease. He offers a raw and authentic account of the physical and emotional pain that comes with the condition, as well as the impact it has had on his life, faith, and relationships.…
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Understanding Palestine: A Muslim Perspective on the Present and Beyond
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Through a careful examination of the present circumstances and their impact on the Muslim world, we also discuss the spiritual and moral dimensions of the conflict, considering the implications for the afterlife. We hope to shed light on the multifaceted aspects of the Palestinian situation and how it resonates with the Muslim community, not just i…
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Dubai: Part 1. Wisam Recites Quran for the Royal Family!
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In this episode, join Dr. Gina and Imam Wisam, as they discuss his adventures in Dubai at the Satoshi Round Table. Listen to Wisam recount the moment he recites the Quran to the royal family in Dubai. This is part one. Just the start of the story. Tune in for more as we continue to record.By Dr. Gina DeBarthe, Imam Wisam Sharieff
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The Wisam Sharieff Podcast is back! Join Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe, as he returns with insightful conversations, engaging stories, and thought-provoking discussions. Get ready for a dose of wisdom, humor, and inspiration as Wisam reconnects with his audience in this eagerly awaited comeback.…
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff as he kicks off his flying solo tour. Let’s take charge and take responsibility on an individual level. This episode introduces a technique he has used to take him back in time and give him the authority to reframe the events of childhood. I call it my time traveler’s sheet. You’ll want to have a note or memo open on your p…
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Bigger and Better things: Farewell to Dr. Gina
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe for one last time. In this episode they discuss previous episodes with former co-host Jawaad Khan and bid Dr. Gina DeBarthe a fond farewell as she completes her time with the Podcast. Further plans for future episodes are discussed, including possible guest appearances by former co-hosts.…
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Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss the self-acceptance of even our most imperfect parts. Further they discuss what we can do to accept ourselves. What lies are we telling ourselves? How are we getting in our own way? The book Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown is referenced, as well as the Mountain is You by Brianna West.…
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as they discuss using entertainment as a form of self-soothing. What exactly are we running from? Can we really escape ourselves? Explore different strategies both spiritual and non-spiritual that address the deep lack so many of us feel.By Dr. Gina DeBarthe, Imam Wisam Sharieff
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In this episode, Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss the concept endless entertainment and the effects of it on our spiritual growth. What a impact does movies, music, and other forms of mass media and entertainment have on our spirituality. These things impact us in so many subtle ways to be almost insidious.…
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The Benefits of Delayed Gratification
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Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss delayed gratification and it's benefits. Further they discuss being grateful for where you are. They discuss how we may be living in someone's paradise.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss destination paradise. They further explore living in the moment and finding joy in the now. They discuss the idea of believing that you are going to heaven, and its impact on your life and behavior.By Dr. Gina DeBarthe, Imam Wisam Sharieff
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as we discuss getting older, and the journey from 40 to 41. In this episode we discuss the generational age gap. Further, we discuss the imperfections and life lessons of our youthful days and reflect on how the years have matured us. We expand on forgiveness, including self-forgiveness, and compassion…
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In this episode, Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe explore the value of authenticity. We describe what authentic living looks like and how to be the best version of ourselves.By Imam Wisam Sharieff
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as they consider how to leave a Legacy. Further they explore what a Legacy is and discuss some things that may be blocking you from reaching your fullest potential. Warning this episode contains some sensitive issues dealing with trauma. Please be aware of your own triggers and fast forward if need be.…
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Please join us as we welcome back one of our first guests Belal Khan (BK). We take a moment to geek out on the things we love. In this case, a behind the lens on how BK gets the shots he does to make the videos he did. BK is an artist and a videographer and a student of knowledge.By Advocating Quranic Lifestyle (AQL, Inc.)
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Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe explore our primordial nature. Further we discuss the time we all met and acknowledged source.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss living in the moment and the joy found in acknowledging our blessings.By Dr. Gina DeBarthe, Imam Wisam Sharieff
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Thought Train Part 3: Staying True to Yourself
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Come with us and explore a time whereas, a Sunday School kid "Do you have a tv in your house?", was a regular measurement of how religious you or your family were. Living in a Culturescape where religiosity is relative and the line between permissible and forbidden is known only by the exception to the rules. Because we all just want to do what we …
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Thought Train Part 2: Unconditional Self-Acceptance
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Zobra the Greek once said that he was "The whole catastrophe". Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as they discuss self-acceptance. Listen as we explore the constructs of self-acceptance. Is it possible to accept ourselves and forgive ourselves whole heartedly? Why? Why not? Listen in and find out.…
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Explore the first stop on our "Thought Train". Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss the concepts of thoughts, the impact of thoughts, and the role of thoughts in belief systems. We explore the concept of "We are not our thoughts." So what are we?By Dr. Gina DeBarthe, Imam Wisam Sharieff
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Information or Entertainment? Addiction or Knowledge?
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as we discuss the inundation of information in the digital age. When are we truly learning new information, and when is it just entertainment? Where does the line blur between information, education, and addiction in our digital age?By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Join us as Imam Wisam Sharieff and Jawaad Khan have an in-depth discussion about fatherhood, past, present, and future. This episode was recorded one year ago in June of 2021. Imam Wisam Sharieff's father had passed in December of 2020.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Jawaad Khan
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as they discuss Hajj and the transformative experience of Hajj. What is the shift? How can Hajj be a transformative experience?By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as the discuss the transformative experience of a Primal Hajj. Explore what is meant by a primal Hajj.By Advocating Quranic Lifestyle (AQL, Inc.)
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as we further discuss Hajj. Emphasis on foot health and its role on hajj is also discussed. The role of foot health and its role in holistic health is also reviewed.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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In this episode we continue to discuss steps needed to prepare for Hajj. We discuss the physical and spiritual components of Hajj.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss Hajj prep.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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This short web exclusive is for our listeners as we take a short break to celebrate Eid. We wish you a happy and joyous Eid. Alhamdullilah.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe provide an overview of lifestyle changes. Please join us for this introductory episode outlining a variety of topics we will be discussing in the upcoming episodes.By Imam Wisam Shariedd, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Ramadan Blessings Part 2: Salutations Upon Our Nabi (SAW)
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Accompany Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as we discuss salutations on our Nabi (SAW). In this third episode during Ramadan 2022, we discuss fasting during a variety of circumstances. Further we discuss the beauty of salutations on the Prophet (SAW).By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Please join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as we review Enneagrams. We discuss the 9 types, their strengths and their weakness. Further we address why on should even consider learning about Enneagrams or any other personality test. Truity.com is one of the testing websites that we used.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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In this episode Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss living in a state of forgiveness. In addition, they discuss the start of Ramadan and proactively forgiving others.By Advocating Quranic Lifestyle (AQL, Inc.)
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Ramadan Prep Part 2: Communication: More Than Words
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Please join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe as we discuss the intricacies of communication, right as we are about to enter Ramadan.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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In this media we discuss the use of social media during Ramadan. What impact does social media have on our time? Does a Buddhist Monk fast with Instagram? What could happen if we stopped using it for the month of Ramadan?By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Join us in this episode as we discuss Wisam's current project's including Quranic Shift (Quranicshift.com) and an upcoming Launch Good project. Further we delve into the difficulties of addictions and the inundation of information in a digital age. In addition, we talk about peak moments of ecstasy.By Advocating Quranic Lifestyle (AQL, Inc.)
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Umrah Part 2 (Allah, Rasool, Makkah, Madinah)
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In this episode, Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe continue their discussion about their recent trip to Saudi Arabia for Umrah in December of 2021. Among other topics, they discuss the fantastical nature of the Kabbah, various Prophets (Peace be upon them all) and the blessings and beauty of duas answered. Further, we explore the concept of…
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Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe discuss the start of their December 2021 Umrah. This was Gina's first Umrah, and Wisam's return journey after a 2-year hiatus due to CO-VID 19. We discuss how the start of the journey was impactful and our arrival in Saudi Arabia.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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The Spectacular Theology of Islam (Pain, and Pleasure in a World of Instant Gratification)
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and Dr. Gina DeBarthe PhD, as we discuss the "mythology" and spectacular theology of Islam, the pain and pleasure of this world, and how the best of this world is merely an entry level of the joy and pleasure of Jannah.By Imam Wisam Sharieff, Dr. Gina DeBarthe
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Join Imam Wisam Sharieff for a behind the scenes episode, as we introduce Dr. Gina DeBarthe, as a new host. Listen in to the discussion for the upcoming season.By Imam Wisam Sharieff
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