Welcome to the Cavemum podcast, in which I ponder what it means to be a Muslim in the West, via everything from Sufism to relationships, parenting, creativity and sustainability.
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Welcome to "Rahma with Rose," a bold space of warmth, understanding, and pluralism in a world that often feels chaotic, polarized, and judgmental. You are not alone, and the stories I share here will reinforce this. Join Dr. Rose Aslan, transformational life coach, scholar of religion, and breathwork teacher, as she delves into inspiring stories, practical tips, and thought-provoking and heartfelt conversations with thought leaders, healers, coaches, mental health professionals, scholars, an ...
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Bridging Secular and Islamic Spirituality: A Conversation with Zahra Aljabri
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I speak with Zahra Aljabri, a spiritual coach from California and the oldest daughter of immigrants from Kenya, who shares her journey in understanding and connecting with spirituality. Zahra initially viewed her religion as a set of rules based on the environment in which she grew up. Zahra later discovered…
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Weaving Lived Muslim Experiences into Fiction: A Conversation with Leila Aboulela
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, you can listen to me conversing with one of my favorite novelists, Leila Aboulela. What's even more remarkable about Leila's work, apart from her delicious writing style that makes me wish her books and short stories never end, is that she intentionally brings Muslim characters, usually women, into her …
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Intersections of Spirituality, Creativity, and Ecology: A Conversation with Medina Tenour Whiteman
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Medina Tenour Whiteman, a talented writer, poet, and singer, to chat about her fascinating life journey. We dive into how she uses spiritual practices like writing, singing, and meditation to navigate her identity and faith. Medina shares the importance of stepping back from th…
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Rose Guest Episode: "Shame, Activism & Oppression" on Untethering Shame Podcast
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Send us a Text Message. This is an episode from the podcast Untethering Shame with Kyira Wackett, who invited me to appear on her show. Here is her overview of the episode: In this episode, Dr. Rose Aslan and I discuss shame, fear, and Islamophobia. We explore how these forces perpetuate systems of oppression and uphold patriarchal structures of po…
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How to Live an Ethical and God-Conscious Life: A Conversation with Sa’diyya Shaikh
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Send us a Text Message. In this rich conversation, Dr. Sa’diyya Shaikh, Professor in the Study of Religions at the University of Cape Town, shares her personal journey of growing up as a Muslim in South Africa during the apartheid era and how this informs her study of Islam and worldview. With a profound interest in Sufism, Sa’diyya explores the in…
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The Spirituality of Justice: A Conversation with Layla F. Saad
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I speak with a woman whose podcast has deeply inspired me and whose writings have made significant waves in anti-racism movements. I had the opportunity to fangirl a little with Layla F. Saad as we discussed her journey to becoming an anti-racist changemaker and activist. Layla is known for addressing issues…
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What happens when you know it’s not just you?
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Rose reflects on her creative work and the inspiration behind her podcast. In her life, she often explores ways to help others feel like they are not alone and are not the only ones who don’t feel like they fit into the status quo. Rose is motivated by her own experiences of being isolated and lonely and how…
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Launching Season 2: Remaining in a State of Compassion Amidst Challenging Times
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Send us a Text Message. Rose welcomes listeners back to Rahma with Rose for the podcast's second season. She offers an update about her life and struggles and describes her Ramadan 2024 experience. She emphasizes the need to stay empathetic and aware while witnessing the genocide of the people of Gaza. Rose talks about the difficult but empowering …
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Exploring Inner Strength and Overcoming Adversity: A Conversation with Zaahida Mahomedy
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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode, Zaahida Mahomedy shares her spiritual awakening and personal growth journey. Beginning her spiritual exploration at 13, influenced by her grandmother's devotion to the Qur’an, Zaahida navigated the challenges of growing up in a conservative Indian Muslim community in apartheid South Africa. Her journ…
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On Being a Professional Muslim: Rose Aslan Interviewed on "I'm a Muslim (And That's OK!)" Podcast
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Rose candidly converses with Shehla Faiza on her podcast, I'm a Muslim (And That's OK!), sharing her experiences as a "professional Muslim" in the U.S. and why she eventually left that role. Rose discussed the challenges and pressures she faced while representing Islam in academia and interfaith activism, pa…
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Finding the Divine in a Secular Society: A Conversation with Dr. Rebecca Masterton
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Send us a Text Message. Listen to my chat with Dr. Rebecca Masterton as we explore her journey of finding spiritual meaning in secular British society. Rebecca talks honestly about feeling out of place in a society where deep spirituality isn't often a priority. She shares her story of how finding Islam brought her peace and a sense of fitting in. …
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Finding Peace within the Ambiguity of Life and Spirituality: A Conversation with Amanda Quraishi
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I speak with Amanda Quraishi, aka Q, about her life journey through numerous religious and spiritual communities. We walk through the sensitive territory of leaving a cult in her youth, exploring various spiritual paths, and becoming a Muslim interfaith activist in the post-9/11 United States. Q shares her c…
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Living a Life of Spiritual Thirst: A Conversation with A. Helwa
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Send us a Text Message. In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with A. Helwa, whose writings have touched tens of thousands of people around the world, the celebrated author of Secrets of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of Islam. We explore her personal journey through stages of spiritual awakening. Helwa opens up about her pass…
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Healing Trauma by Embracing Sacred Femininity: A Conversation with Raja Ávila
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I speak with Raja Ávila about her spiritual and healing journey that led her on a path to immersing herself in the Sufi path. Raja is a wife, mother of two boys, a feminine embodiment coach, and a Sufi spiritual healer. She is originally from Colombia, where she worked in a Fortune 100 company climbing the c…
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Walking the Spiritual Path as a Scholar-Activist: A Conversation with Dr. amina wadud
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. amina wadud, aka the Lady Imam. She is well-known as one of the foremothers of Islamic feminism and has been a student of Islam for over 50 years. An outspoken activist and scholar with a focus on Islam, justice, gender, and sexuality, in this conversation, I ask Dr. amina questions beyond…
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Reading the Body to See the Soul: A Conversation with Dr. Rosina-Fawzia Al-Rawi
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Send us a Text Message. Ever felt an unquenchable thirst for understanding the greater purpose of existence? Ever wondered how to navigate life's challenging terrains with the compass of spirituality? In this episode, we venture into the realm of embodied spirituality with the guidance of our esteemed guest, Dr. Rosina-Fawzia Al-Rawi. From her fasc…
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(Part 2) Picking up the Pieces After Burnout: A Conversation with Edina Leković
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Send us a Text Message. In this two-part episode, I'm joined by Edina Leković, a prominent spokesperson for Muslims in the post-9/11 United States. We explore her journey from defending Muslim rights to experiencing burnout and rediscovering herself. With over two decades of expertise in storytelling and community-building, Edina shares her persona…
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(Part 1) Picking up the Pieces After Burnout: A Conversation with Edina Leković
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Send us a Text Message. In this two-part episode, I'm joined by Edina Leković, a prominent spokesperson for Muslims in the post-9/11 United States. We explore her journey from defending Muslim rights to experiencing burnout and rediscovering herself. With over two decades of expertise in storytelling and community-building, Edina shares her persona…
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From Tragedy to Fulfillment: A Conversation with Shazia Imam
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Send us a Text Message. Shazia's story begins in a small American town, where she faced unique challenges as a Muslim. It was not until later in her life that she renewed her connection with the Divine after losing her son soon after his birth and then going through a divorce. Despite the taboos around these topics in her community, Shazia is unapo…
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Challenging Concepts of Authority in Islam from a Compassion-Based Approach
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Rose gets vulnerable about notions of authority in Islam and why it’s such a complex and touchy subject—drawing upon her years as a scholar of religious and Islamic studies and working with Muslim clients as a life coach. She looks at theoretical interpretations and teachings of Islamic law and notions of au…
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Nurturing Our Mental Health from a Spiritual Perspective: A Conversation with Maryam Qadri
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Send us a Text Message. Discover how Maryam Qadri found unity and love through her multi-faceted, multi-religious spiritual journey, from her initiation into Sufism to her exploration of essential spirituality through her fluid religious identity and practice. Maryam comes from a Christian background and has explored various religious and spiritual…
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Divine Alchemy and Radical Self-Love: A Conversation with Noha Essop
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Send us a Text Message. Come, join me on an intimate exploration as I speak with Noha, a divine alchemist and healer from South Africa who has masterfully combined teachings from a variety of modalities and teachers. Noha illuminates her unique journey, beginning with a profound questioning and search for the Divine as a teenager, and the surprisin…
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The Winding Path of Self-Discovery and Spirituality through Ibn al-Arabi: A Conversation with Dr. Saliha Farid Abdel Khalik
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when a quest for meaning and purpose intersects with growing up in a politically charged environment? Join us as we converse with Dr. Saliha Farid Abdel Khalik, an inspiring philosopher and spiritual coach hailing from Egypt who now lives in Malaysia. Her intriguing journey of self-discovery and spirituality ami…
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From Hajj to Breathwork: A Conversation with Shaamiela Safodien
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Send us a Text Message. Join this conversation with Shaamiela Safodien, a psychological counselor, mindfulness teacher, and breathwork practitioner, as we learn about her unique path of spirituality and healing. From her traditional Muslim upbringing to her enlightening experiences during her Hajj pilgrimage at just 18 years old, Shaamiela's story …
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What We Never Learned as Kids to Live a Balanced Life
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Rose delves into the subjects we never learned as children and why it is crucial to learn about them as adults. We explore the gaps in our education regarding topics such as emotional intelligence, understanding the significance of mental health, and our monthly cycles (for women). She reflects on her academ…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Rose delves into the transformative power of embodiment and its impact on her personal healing journal and spiritual practices, particularly within the context of Islam. Drawing from her own experiences, she explores the journey of reconnecting with her body and the profound effects it had on her well-being …
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Send us a Text Message. Curious about what the healing path is and what it might look like? Join the host, Dr. Rose Aslan as she explores what the healing path means to her and its connection to the spiritual path. In this episode, Rose shares some of her personal journey and experiences, from encountering the Dalai Lama as a young girl to vaginal …
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Challenging the Status Quo: A Fresh Perspective on Healing
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Send us a Text Message. I’m Dr. Rose Aslan and I’m a transformational life coach, breathwork teacher, and scholar of religion who supports helpers, rebels, misfits, marginalized and spiritual and spiritually-curious folks. Welcome to "Rahma with Rose," where I create a bold space of warmth, understanding, and pluralism in a world that often feels c…
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Send us a Text Message. Rahma With Rose Podcast is a space for women to share their stories of healing and spiritual growth. Host Dr. Rose Aslan interviews women from all walks of life about their life experience. Topics include spirituality, healing modalities, and personal growth. The podcast is a source of inspiration and support for individuals…
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As we come to the end of Ramadan, I'm wondering how it's gone for all of you, and whether you've experienced that heart-expansion we associate with the word 'spirituality', or whether spirituality is something bigger than this feeling.
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