Best Good Chit Media Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 8: Dream Ballot, Unnecessary Expletive, Hellfire Margarita 32:59

1h ago32:59

32:59

In this episode (powered by Hilldrup!), Paige and Kelsey chat about a Richmond-scented candle, Netflix recs, spicy pecans, and more. Here’s what else they’re getting into this week: EAT: Stiffler's Mom from Neighbor DRINK: Lime Jalapeño Crescent Simples SEE: Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Starr Hill Beer Hall & Rooftop and Väsen Brewing Company DO: Ta…

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Softly Leaning into Toughness 20:24

1d ago20:24

20:24

In this episode, Zaiba discusses the concept of embracing challenges to develop many strengths, including the elusive growth mindset. It’s not just for kids, folks! Takeaways include Leaning into toughness to build resilience. Setting clear achievable goals Breaking down challenges into manageable steps can help in leaning into toughness. And many …

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Ep 7: Podcast Launch Party, Tomato-tini, Yacht Rock 28:18

6h ago28:18

28:18

In this episode, Paige and Kelsey chat about that weird thing Kelsey said at the podcast launch party, the VIP section at The National, seasonal offerings in RVA, and more. Here’s what else they’re getting into this week: EAT: Duke's Mayo Hot Tomato Summer DRINK: Virago Spirits Tomato-tini SEE: Three Sheets to the Wind at Brewtown 2024 DO: The Spri…

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Beat the Heat When Tempers Rise 37:12

9d ago37:12

37:12

Remember COVID cabin fever? And now it’s the middle of summer with all the kids home and some of us with hot flashes to boot. It’s a recipe for an explosion of tempers, so how do we manage ours? This is a great episode for those of us struggling to model prophetic behavior to our children, especially when it comes to the critical sunnah of controll…

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Crazy New Summer Hobbies 30:41

15d ago30:41

30:41

Summers are long and hot, and thanks to global warming, even longer and hotter. But while we’re cooped up indoors waiting for the world to come to its flaming end, we don’t have to be bored. Remember that as our kids grow up, so do we, and we can rediscover old beloved hobbies or learn new ones. What are Zaiba and Uzma up to this summer and what ar…

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Ep 6: Discount Code, Refreshing Salads, Summer Reading List 29:28

21d ago29:28

29:28

In this episode (powered by Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and StyleCraft Homes!), Paige and Kelsey chat about packing tips, how to unwind, an easy way to troubleshoot technical difficulties, and more. Here’s what else they’re getting into this week: EAT: Joe's Inn Country Greek Salad DRINK: Daily Coffee Co SEE: Friends of the Great Outdoors by Hank …

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SERIES: Chit Chats: Out of the Nest..Is It the Best? 38:49

15d ago38:49

38:49

Shownotes: This month’s Chit Chat Series addresses relevant mommying issues starting with the transitions we experience as adult children move out for college. Or go away for summer camp. Grief is real. So is the mental work WE have to do as moms to accept new roles and identities for ourselves as our kids enter the stage where they will spend the …

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Ep 5: Must-Have Merch, Beach Destination, Hidden Gem 22:55

28d ago22:55

22:55

In this episode (powered by Scents of Serenity and Agecroft Hall & Gardens!), Paige and Kelsey chat about exciting news for Paige, Fourth of July weekend plans, how to rep your fave Richmond brands, and more. Here’s what else they’re getting into this week: EAT: Cochiloco DRINK: Abi's Books & Brews SEE: Super Blast Fireworks DO: Purple Nation For e…

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The Pros & Challenges of Being a Child of Immigrants 41:40

29d ago41:40

41:40

Tune in for this recap of our June series "Children of Immigrants!" We review episodes recorded this months, as well as lessons learned from them, but the meat of the talk is the good and bad things we inherit and how we use them to do better with our own kids. First generation Muslim Americans, we need you to listen in especially! This whole podca…

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Ep 4: Taylor Swift Tunes, Fan Appreciation Night, New Park 23:28

1M ago23:28

23:28

In this episode (powered by HOUSEpitality Family and BOHO Studios!), Paige and Kelsey chat about their fave TTPD songs (for now), a hot tip for staying cool this summer, a nature center to check out, and more. Here’s what else they’re getting into this week: EAT: Summer Supper Somm DRINK: T Caf SEE: Richmond Ivy DO: Dock Street Park For even more w…

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Creating the Lives We Want 40:30

1M ago40:30

40:30

Our guest this week is, Marena Riyad, comedienne, creative, crafter, community builder, and crash courser in life. We got some learning today! From kidnapping to "it takes a village" to "be A LOT uncomfortable" to get where we want to go in life, we found a lot of Marena's talking points really hit home. Young wisdom is so very humbling, especially…

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Ep 3: Seafood Tower, Grapefruit Beer, Stunning Views 28:03

27d ago28:03

28:03

In this episode (powered by Sports Backers and Maymont!), Paige and Kelsey chat about their current candy cravings, a new-in-town Airbnb (featuring a sauna), what to do when your baby falls asleep in the car while you're running a quick errand, and more. Here’s what else they’re getting into this week: EAT: Lillian Oyster Hall DRINK: Hardywood SEE:…

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From Barbados to Becoming: Building a Legacy for Change 34:12

1M ago34:12

34:12

We are celebrating Shellie McKinney of @momnetworkusa today, a first generation Muslim American and dedicated community organizer, who channels the resilience and spirit of her immigrant mother from Barbados. Growing up, Shellie learned from her mother's lead and "make lemonade" squeeze, founding an organization that is making the lives of our Musl…

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Ep 2: Coconut Cold Brew, Sea-Salt Bagels, Picnic Rec 31:21

2M ago31:21

31:21

In this episode (powered by Cirrus Vodka and Fountain Bookstore!), Paige and Kelsey chat about a nearby travel destination and home design inspo, use the word "authentic" multiple times, and more. Here’s what else they’re getting into this week: EAT: Nate's Bagels DRINK: Riverbend Roastery SEE: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts DO: Pipeline Trail For ev…

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SERIES Children of Immigrants: From Iraq to Independence 40:13

2M ago40:13

40:13

There's so much Zeena on the podcast, and you'll find out why next week! @zeena_altalib joins us for the first of our Children of Immigrants series this month, recounting her family's move to the US from Iraq, her experience of it as a teen and now, as a mom. At the end of the day, we determine that mothering is the same whether you are an immigran…

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Ep 1: Introducing The Chatter 21:16

2M ago21:16

21:16

In the very first episode of The Chatter (powered by Starr Hill Beer Hall & Rooftop and 1213 Hair Studio!) (and eeeeek, hi, hello, we're so glad you're here!!), Paige and Kelsey chat about their summer bucket lists, beachy beer, water safety tips, and more. Here’s what else they’re getting into this week: EAT: Stella's DRINK: Jardin SEE: The Byrd T…

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Recap Tribute to Moms of Gaza 28:38

2M ago28:38

28:38

We recap this month's moving episodes that acknowledge the incredible burden of motherhood during genocide. Insha'Allah, that weight will be relieved from the shoulders and hearts of the Palestinian people, ameen. 🍉🍉 If you've missed these episodes because you've been heartbroken and gaping at your phones over the ongoing horrors that have surpasse…

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Mom Made in Palestine 1:10:17

2M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

Today’s guest, Morgan Cooper @mashjar_juthour, has lived and breathed Palestine for over two decades and is online telling Americans what her experiences have been as a Christian human in the land. She’s witnessed the DAILY government apartheid and violence against indigenous people and hasn’t been shy to speak up, a warrior mom to Palestinian chil…

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Gazan Mom Experiences 33:40

2M ago33:40

33:40

Fidaa Elaydi joins us today to share her personal experiences of Al Maghazi refugee camp in Gaza. A grandchild and child of Palestinian refugees to Gaza 76 years ago, she is four generations into a history of colonization and displacement, and now, genocide. As a mom of 4 herself, including a newborn, she has an acute perspective on mothers in Gaza…

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SERIES: A Tribute to Gazan Moms: Gazan Moms of the Diaspora 38:50

3M ago38:50

38:50

Did you know that much of the Palestinian diaspora is forbidden by Israel to return to Palestine, despite Article 13(2) of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which requires nations to ensure the safe return of refugees to their homeland? Unless you know a Palestinian, you probably didn’t. Amal Fayad is one such member of this diaspora, numb…

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Where Are Muslims on Campus Right Now? 40:49

3M ago40:49

40:49

We had too good a conversation not to make an episode out of it, and thank you to Shehla Faizi of @imamuslimpodcast for initiating it! Basically, like the majority of the country, we moms are asking: WTH is going on on our student campuses? Why on earth would students put their education, finals, safety and futures on the line for Gazans they don’t…

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Portrait of a Listener Part 2 37:44

3M ago37:44

37:44

THANK YOU to all respondents of our survey so far. Anyone who'd like to receive a a free gift card via email, please head to the link in bio to fill that out by 5/15. Your answers helped us round out and improve the picture we have of you in our minds when we plan and pray for this podcast. 🎧 What topics do audiences want us to cover, how do they w…

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SERIES: We're Baaaack!: Portrait of a Listener Part 1 29:21

3M ago29:21

29:21

Today is the first of two episodes reporting the results of our Annual Survey. On this one, find out who our fellow listeners are, where they listen in from, what they do, and what this data means to us. Find out if it's true about you or not, and why this data matters to the podcasts industry itself. Survey closes on 5/15! Click on the link in bio…

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Replay: Perpetuity of Ramadan's Spiritual Productivity 58:16

3M ago58:16

58:16

We are in dire need of it, hence the replay of Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi's episode about impediments to spiritual consistency in our lives. While some folks tried to white knuckle it through Ramadan, we used it to treat our broken hearts and rage. But we are still worried about how to make the essence of this month make the world make sense after Eid…

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Replay: This Isn't How I'm Supposed to Feel 33:50

4M ago33:50

33:50

This week's replay is Dr. Fareeha Malik, DDS, mom of 2 with a history of severe postpartum depression. PPD ended up informing her relationships and and even her reproduction. Of course, we discuss how she she found healing. Bringing home a baby doesn’t always mean mom’s eternal happiness. Not all mothers feel “the way they should” after the baby is…

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Replay: Female Scholars & Safe Spaces 50:18

4M ago50:18

50:18

This hiatus replay features Shaykha Tamara Gray, founder of Rabata, an online institute for and by Muslim women to educate themselves in Islam. She’s also an experienced mom who has a lot to share with moms about allying with their kids as part of their mothering. Mic drop moment 32:36 when Shaykha Tamara reminds us about the etymological relations…

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Replay: Grief, Growth, and Sanctuary 45:12

4M ago45:12

45:12

Sumiya Khan, RD was recently on during our Where Are They Now series, and this is her original story from Season 2, in case you haven't heard it or don't know how to find it on your podcast app. She shared her devastating loss and was on the path to overcoming it at the time of this recording. Her advice on the do’s and don'ts during grieving are g…

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#11 Lillian De Maria: from her garage to growth and greatness, founding one of the largest law firms in Melbourne's north. 44:10

4M ago44:10

44:10

Lillian De Maria: from her garage to growth and greatness, founding one of the largest law firms in Melbourne's north. Listen to Lillian speak on her successful business De Maria and Associates, balancing a career while being a mum, her unwavering passion, and office all-nighters. Produce, Film & Edit - Ali Manuel https://www.alimanuel.com/ LINKS W…

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Replay: Motherhood and Multiple Loss 36:12

5M ago36:12

36:12

Thirteen thousand children and counting....and as you heard on our hiatus announcement, at home, moms are losing their kids, too, to the continued shock of the community. Why are we so shocked? Are we untouchable, above grief and trials from Allah? No, He's promised them to us, and we pray to pass all those tests. Ameen. One of the moms who came on…

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SERIES: Ramadan Hiatus: Unready for Ramadan with Zaiba & Uzma 37:20

5M ago37:20

37:20

Zaiba and Uzma discussed how they faced the biggest "mommying challenges" during Ramadan 2019, and how they break us and make us. In light of the current siege in G@z@, we feel broken indeed and for that reason look forward to Ramadan. We were inspired to replay this due a recent post by @drhanaa,peacewithinhome, because the ummah is sharing surviv…

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Ramadan 2024 Hiatus 5:42

5M ago5:42

5:42

We are still recovering from this past weekend’s Eman Entrepreneur Expo and Empower & Elevate Gala. Thank you to all who participated, attended, donated, and supported in all the ways that matter. But who knew two events in one day would be this exhausting? Jokes aside, we are blessed to do the work we do, but full steam ahead since 10/7 has left u…

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Spice it Up with Kink & Control 45:28

5M ago45:28

45:28

If this month's series title scared you, we can imagine today's episode title will, too. Rest assured, we have very tame info for everyone. In fact, it's info meant to help tame the problems we think are really big and we have all to ourselves, when, in fact, many people suffer silently with the same. And silence helps NO ONE. Getting control in th…

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Vulvodynia Diagnosis, Prognosis, & Treatment 48:30

5M ago48:30

48:30

"Name it to tame it," as Zaiba likes to say on the podcast and today, she has to DO IT! We don't say "hooha" anymore after this episode because we learn the correct anatomical terms for female external genitalia and the pathologies that affect it. Dr. Sadaf Lodhi OBGYN is on today to provide medical insight, sex coaching, and a good dose of hope to…

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Get Bedroom Help with Gynogirl 36:40

6M ago36:40

36:40

Apologies for the late drop this week, but we had to bring you Gynogirl, our favorite supershero, Dr. Sameena Rahman, MD, and OB/GYN. She's an expert on all things sexual dysfunction and menopause with a CV as long as our arm mashaAllah. While she dives into vaginismus, she also dispels hymen mythology, and teaches us about female Viagra. Yes, ther…

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#10 Tim Longmore - from washing cars to designing brands. 43:51

6M ago43:51

43:51

Director of successful business, LBD Studios, and the most articulate professional we’ve ever met, Tim has made a career from getting inside his clients heads and extracting the secret sauce that will become the foundation of their new brand. We know, because he’s done it twice for us! Produce, Film & Edit - Ali Manuel https://www.alimanuel.com/ We…

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SERIES Kink & Control in the Bedroom: Honeymoon Cystitis to Menopausal Dryness 36:20

6M ago36:20

36:20

We kick off our February series with the theme: Kink & Control in the Bedroom. Who better to teach us control there than Dr. Neda, NP, who joins us today to talk about sex during early conjugal relations in Muslim American bedroom life, and in later phases. While she’s better known as @hijabiluscious, her professional career has her taking care of …

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Post 10/7 Muslim Narrative Changes 58:20

6M ago58:20

58:20

Dr. Maytha Al Hassen from the team at ‘Ramy’ is BACK to talk about the media shift that MAY BE happening as a result of mainstream being called out (finally!) for yellow journalism that vilifies Arabs and Muslims (at least this time in history). The Golden Globes just happened, so what about narrative shifts in entertainment media? Listen up, Holly…

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Replay: Visceral News Reactions 44:00

7M ago44:00

44:00

Our Muslim Moms and the News Series this month is an offshoot of our series of a similar bent from 2021. Sadly we aren't saying anything different this time around. In this replay, Zaiba and Uzma cite past big headlines that affected their physical and mental safety. Ask yourself how news coverage would have been different, and HAS been different f…

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When Mainstream Coverage isn't Enough 56:24

7M ago56:24

56:24

For those of you who are counting on news from the ground in Gaza, you know and follow journalist Leali Shalabi who consistently provides daily 24-hour newscaps from Gaza. She’s not only sharing her process and commitment to covering Palestine, her insights into being a Palestinian American are mind blowing for us. We’re never too old or too proud …

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SERIES Muslim Moms in Media: They Are Not Just Numbers 22:03

7M ago22:03

22:03

We want to credit @trtworld for its article "What's it's like to be a parent in Gaza" that informs today’s episode. This is an older article from late October 2023, but it's awful how 90 days seems ages ago when we are talking about tens of thousands of unalived humans. It's critical to share the stories of 🍉's when many in the world, and in our ow…

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Benevolence in the Face of Brutality 46:16

7M ago46:16

46:16

Mariam Muhanna comes on today with experience both working and living as an expat in Gaza for several years prior to coming back to the United States. Hear about her day to day experiences and why she wants to go back. Also remember to pray for her many immediate family members who have been killed within the last 80 plus days. May Allah SWT reunit…

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#9 Jason McBean: on community, burning passion and energy. 49:36

7M ago49:36

49:36

You'll know him as Mr McBean, the Walking and Talking knower of over 1,200 first names. We sit down on the couch with Jason and manage to talk about things other than the Flagpies. Produce, Film & Edit - Ali Manuel https://www.alimanuel.com/ Website https://www.chwyla.com.au/ #podcast #yourjourneystartshere #realstate…

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Black Palestine 50:32

7M ago50:32

50:32

Vice President of Operations at Pillars Fund Kalia Abiade. Pillars Fund is dedicated to empowerment and support of Muslim voices. We know that Muslims have plenty of voices, but no one to hear them and no mainstream platform where they’ll be taken seriously without having to first perform someone else’s self-righteous qualifier. Kalia was in Palest…

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Dehumanization as Weaponization in Schools 50:32

8M ago50:32

50:32

Decorated Educator Dr. Sawsan Jaber comes on to discuss how our students are dehumanized in schools through curricula, bullying, and well intentioned harm created by school districts who create environments of “invisible” Palestinian and other Arab students at a critical juncture in their and our collective histories. While media violence is defini…

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SERIES: What's Going on in Palestine: The US Government and Palestine 38:43

8M ago38:43

38:43

Nayyera Haq describes herself as “the intern who never left” government where she has become seasoned in politics through her work on Capitol Hill and even in the White House. Foreign affairs and national security policies have been her day to day convos at work for a couple of decades now, and she shares her insights into the current Palestinian g…

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#8 Noah Cumberland - 'that' moment during the draft, social media trolls, his first meeting 36:04

8M ago36:04

36:04

On life loving the game, 'that' moment during the draft, social media trolls, his first meeting with Dusty, the day to day of a Richmond Forward and the future with the Tigers. Not bad for a boy from Frankston. Produce, Film & Edit - Ali Manuel https://www.alimanuel.com/ Website https://www.chwyla.com.au/ #podcast #yourjourneystartshere #AFL #fyp…

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Muslim Women Podcasters Kick A$$ 37:59

8M ago37:59

37:59

Zaiba & Uzma come on today to not only endorse that podcasting kicks a$$, but that they do, too. A far cry from where they started 5 years ago with imposter syndrome and trying to do it all, to where they are now and what’s cooking for the future at Mommying While Muslim. Find out about next month’s very important series: All About Palestine, to th…

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Mindful Muslimah and Not Doing it ALL 39:37

8M ago39:37

39:37

Mindful Muslimah joins us today because listeners of her podcast of the same name may believe, “Oh my God, she does it all!” From homeschooling, to cooking with multiple aged kids with multiple food issues, to running businesses and teaching, she has her hands in everything. How DOES she do it all? As our title suggests, she doesn't do it all…at on…

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The Power of Voice and Public Speaking 44:59

9M ago44:59

44:59

Khalila Lister, founder of Power of Voice Academy, comes on today as a TedX speaker and homeschooling mom of 4. Today, she trains people to take the stage or just gain confidence in public speaking. In this time of trial for the ummah and particularly for the people of Gaza, we are seeing more people speaking up for liberation. They’re making their…

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Medical Missions for Moms 44:45

9M ago44:45

44:45

Dr. Nour Akhras is a pediatrician infectious disease specialist who has gone on multiple medical missions during her career, even while pregnant! And then she wrote a book about it. That definitely kicks a$$ for our series this month! Listen to her medical mission journey, from the life-changing first trip to now, and how she was able to put that i…

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