Best Tasawwuf Podcasts (2024)

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Freedom Came Today 19:00

9M ago19:00

19:00

A Commentary concerning the events of October 7, 2023.By Anab Whitehouse

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Sufi Reverberations: What's In A Name 30:51

12M ago30:51

30:51

This episode explores some basic considerations concerning the nature of the Sufi path. Included is a discussion involving the Names of Divinity as well as an account of spiritual abuse at the hands of an alleged Sufi shaykh.By Anab Whitehouse

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Sufi Reverberations: States, Stations, and Stages on the Sufi Path 30:32

1y ago30:32

30:32

This podcast provides a brief overview of various ways of engaging the notions of: States, stations, and stages in conjunction with the mystical journey or suluk to which the mystical dimension of Islam gives expression. The Sufi path is neither linear nor static, but entails a nuanced and diverse dynamic which gives expression to a complex interac…

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Optimizing Your Nutrition, Wellness & Mindset This Ramadhan: A conversation with The Modern Muslim Man (100k+ followers) 1:11:12

1+ y ago1:11:12

1:11:12

Welcome to another episode of The Optimized Muslim Podcast! With the arrival of the blessed month of Ramadhan, we're all eager to make the most of this spiritually uplifting time. In this episode, I am joined by Br Mounir Lazouni, founder of The Modern Muslim Man, to discuss the importance of optimizing our nutrition and energy during the fasting p…

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Sufi Reverberations: Six Pieces of Floetry Concerning The Sufi Path 18:12

1+ y ago18:12

18:12

After an extended break to recover from some of the contingencies of life, a ensemble of six pieces of floetry (poetry accompanied by music) have been assembled which address or touch upon various themes of relevance to the Sufi mystical path.By Anab Whitehouse

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Daniel Haqiqatjou on Debating, Controlling Emotions, Muslim Skeptic, Tasawwuf, Hijrah & more 1:07:51

1+ y ago1:07:51

1:07:51

Daniel Haqiqatjou on Muslim Skeptic, Debating, Controlling Emotions, Tasawwuf, Hijrah & more. Ustadh Daniel joined me for the second time to discuss a variety of topics starting from the developments in his work over the last two years, debating effectively, managing emotions, the power of social stigma, apostasy laws, hijab, importance of tasawuf,…

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Artificial Intelligence, Crypto Developments, Living on Bitcoin & More with Sh Mu'Aawiyah Tucker 1:45:51

1+ y ago1:45:51

1:45:51

Sh Muaawiyah Tucker was a guest on the podcast for a second time and we discussed the developments in the crypto space since March 2021, his views on Ethereum, how to live the "Bitcoin Standard" and avoid Riba based banking, the flawed arguments behind "necessity" for mortgages and loans, Making Hijrah, Artificial Intelligence and Central Bank Digi…

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Sufi Reverberations - Shari'ah 43:08

1+ y ago43:08

43:08

Episode 13 of the Sufi Reverberations Podcast offers some critical reflections concerning the issue of shari'ah. It is based on materials from the book: "Shari'ah: A Muslim's Declaration of Independence, 2nd Edition.By Anab Whitehouse

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Coach Zubair on Helping New Muslims, Innovation, Cybersecurity, philanthropy & Productivity 1:25:05

1+ y ago1:25:05

1:25:05

A wide-ranging conversation on how to get Muslims to take action through understanding their purpose, incorporating Da'wah to Non Muslims in our daily lives, carrying our Muslim Identity, helping New Muslims, focusing on innovation and "loon shots", cybersecurity, effective philanthropy and managing a diverse workload. HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Introductio…

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Dr Abu Eesa - Islam & Mental Health with a Consultant Psychiatrist 1:18:12

1+ y ago1:18:12

1:18:12

Islam & Mental Health with a Consultant Psychiatrist: Depression, Trauma, combining Western & Islamic treatment modalities, Sihr and Black magic, Jinn possession Stories, working in Qatar & more! Dr Abu Eesa is a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist specialising in addiction, who is working in Qatar He is on a mission to try to integrate th…

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GABRIEL AL ROMANI - Islamic Masculinity - What Should Muslim Men Do? (Round 2) 57:29

1+ y ago57:29

57:29

Ustadh Gabriel Al Romani joined me on the podcast for a second time to discuss his new Muslim Masculinity Course which you can find out more about and join here: https://muslimalpha.com/ Ustadh Gabriel is one of my favourite people in the Online Muslim space. Online and offline he is legit ma sha Allah. Please follow and benefit from his work. For …

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Ameen Omar - Masculinity for Muslim Men, Red Pill, Getting Married & more 1:25:58

1+ y ago1:25:58

1:25:58

Ameen Omar joined me on the podcast to discuss a wide range of topics: Masculinity for Muslim Men, Red Pill, Getting Married, personal development & more. All covered in his book titled The Shephard's Way.*apologies for the audio on my side; Ameen's audio is fine**About Ameen Omar Ameen is an entrepreneur, author and content creator. Follow his pag…

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Tanim Zaman - Interest Free Property Business/entrepreneurship Journey 1:39:36

1+ y ago1:39:36

1:39:36

We spoke about Tanim's business journey, the importance of prioritising spirituality or tazkiyah al nafs, the importance of mentorship and learning, productivity, delegation, leverage and more Get in touch with Tanim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanimzaman/ Tanim's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoldenTouchAcademy Facebook: https://www.…

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Paul Williams of Blogging Theology - Becoming Muslim, Podcasting, Books, Addressing Criticism & More 1:36:56

2y ago1:36:56

1:36:56

Paul Williams of Blogging Theology - Becoming Muslim, Podcasting, Books, Addressing Criticism & More I had the great pleasure of being joined by Br Paul Williams who you will be familiar with from the Blogging Theology YouTube Channel. I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation and I hope you all do too. We spoke on a number of wide-ranging topics. Chap…

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Sufi Reverberations - Mystical Science 25:37

2y ago25:37

25:37

If one were to characterize scientific methodology, one might indicate that it consists of the following sorts of procedures or protocols: (1) empirical observation; (2) the use of instrumentation; (3) recursive methodology; (4) objectivity; (5) a community of expertise; (6) experimental replication, and (7) reliable prediction. My contention is th…

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Sh Ismail Kamdar on Productivity, Goal Setting, Business, Home schooling & more | Islamic Self Help 1:35:43

2y ago1:35:43

1:35:43

How much of the conventional self-help and self development content can we apply as Muslims? Which ideas are problematic and are opposed to our creedal beliefs and faith? Sh Ismail provides a helpful framework on how to filter the correct information from Ideas such as "manifesting", "being in control of your own destiny" and others which may confl…

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Imam Tom Facchine - Self-Development, Languages, Problems of Modernity, Attaining Balance & More! 1:45:14

2y ago1:45:14

1:45:14

I was joined by Imam Tom Facchine for a wide-ranging interview on Self-Development, Learning Languages, Problems of Modernity, Attaining Balance, dealing with overwhelm, Ibn Al Jawzi, the moral considerations of YouTube Creators & more. It was one of my favourite interviews and I am thankful to Imam Tom for being so gracious with his time and honou…

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Performance Psychology, Charisma, Naseeha, Morning routines, Stoicism, Hijrah with Br Muhammad Deen 1:36:46

2y ago1:36:46

1:36:46

I was joined on the podcast by br Muhammad Deen, a performance psychologist from the UK currently working in Malaysia. We discuss Islamic psychology, charisma, growth mindset, morning routines, stoicism, Islamic resources on psychology, Hijrah to Malaysia and more. (see chapters below) Br Muhammad Deen is a sport & performance psychology consultant…

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Sufi Reverberations - Stages of Love 12:39

2y ago12:39

12:39

Describes nine stages of love from a Sufi perspective by providing brief characterizations of: (1) compatibility, (2) inclination, (3) fellowship, (4) passion, (5) friendship, (6) exclusive friendship, (7) ardent affection, (8) enslavement, and (9) bewilderment.By Anab Whitehouse

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The Islamic History Podcast - Interview with The Founder and Host Muttaqi Ismail 1:22:35

2y ago1:22:35

1:22:35

Brother Muttaqi Ismail who is the founder and host of The Islamic History Podcast joined me for an interview. We talked about Br Muttaqi's background, how he became interested in Islamic History. why he decided to start a podcast, his process for creating episodes, productivity tips and much more. The Islamic History Podcast is an amazing resource …

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Qu'ran Hifdh Competition Winner, Tajweed Tips, Dr Zakir Naik, IOU & More with Ustadh Farhan Somani 1:02:48

2y ago1:02:48

1:02:48

We discuss Qur'an memorisation and tajweed tips, the common mistakes people from the Indian Subcontinent make in Tajweed and fascinating insights into Ustadh Farhan's own journey during which he won an Indian National Qur'an memorisation contest and spent time in Dr Zakir Naik's International Islamic school. Farhan Somani is an international Qur'an…

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Sufi Reverberations - Different Kinds of Knowledge 17:09

2y ago17:09

17:09

An overview is provided concerning different kinds of knowledge -- both secular and spiritual. During the course of this overview a number of anecdotes are related, and, as well, several Hadiths and an ayat of the Qur'an are also provided.By Anab Whitehouse

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Jan The Slovak Muslim - Becoming Muslim, Dawah, Entrepreneurship & Happiness 1:21:36

2y ago1:21:36

1:21:36

Interview with Jan The Slovak Muslim on his journey to Islam, different methods used in Da'wah, how Islam impacted his Business life, happiness and finding balance. Link to the video o Optimized Muslim YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/gDTaOD5hGvo HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Jan's Bio & Path To Islam 10:20 Discussion on Dawah 17:30 Self Dev…

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Want To Be An Activist? First Purify Yourself - Imam Tom Facchine 3:12

2y ago3:12

3:12

Want to be an activist? Purify yourself before attempting to lead and serve others. Please follow UTICA Masjid's channel. I was hooked after first hearing Imam Tom on Blogging Theology. Imam Tom creates short, poignant and powerful clips eloquently addressing contemporary issues as well as traditional self-purification. https://www.youtube.com/c/UT…

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Make Hijrah?! - Why, how and where? In Depth Podcast with the Make Hijrah Team 1:28:20

2y ago1:28:20

1:28:20

Interview with the Make Hijrah team (Br Omar and Br Hamzah) - Why, how and where? A wide range of topics were discussed from their personal stories of why they made hijrah, positives and negatives from their experiences, their views on Malaysia as a destination and much more.I think this podcast offers a good mix of information, depth, personality …

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Sufi Reverberations - Discernment 5:43

2y ago5:43

5:43

Two short Hadiths (sayings) of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) are briefly explored and connected.By Anab Whitehouse

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DESTROYING The Free Speech Argument used to Insult our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ - Hamza Tzortzis 4:35

2y ago4:35

4:35

DESTROYING The Free Speech Argument used to Insult our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ - Hamza Tzortzis Please watch the full source video on Sapience Institute for more. They have a few videos on this topic which go into much more detail. The purpose behind this was to direct you towards them. Link to full video: Hating Civility: France, Freedom of Spe…

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Islam is the last stand against Woke Liberalism - Dr. Ali Ataie 7:26

2y ago7:26

7:26

Dr. Ali Ataie powerfully offers that Islam is the last stand against woke liberalism. "Ustadh Dr. Ali Ataie gives spiritual insights about Muslims becoming the last line of defence for traditional religion and being necessary vanguards for values and faith in a postmodern world. " Audio from the link below has been repurposed for educational purpos…

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Business, Side Hustles, Self-employment, Making Hijrah, Muslim Money Advice & more - Interview with Br Abu Musa 55:11

2y ago55:11

55:11

Business, Side Hustles, Self-employment. Making Hijrah, Muslim Money Advice & more - Interview with Br Abu Musa Grateful to be joined by Br Abu Musa who kindly agreed to feature on the podcast. A real nice brother. Navigate by using the chapters below. A broad range of topics were discussed. Watch the Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/D1BlsJuV_M…

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Sufi Reverberations - Understanding Versus Interpretation 15:13

2y ago15:13

15:13

My memory of an account concerning a Sufi shaykh that had been related by my spiritual guide.By Anab Whitehouse

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Best Advice To Give On How To Start Praying Salah Consistently 5:17

2y ago5:17

5:17

How to give advice to someone who has asked you or you want to encourage to start praying Salah. You want to enjoin Good and forbid evil الأمر بالمَعْرُوف والنَهي عن المُنْكَر - how to go about it? I was happy to hear this advice from a classically trained scholar (Hanafi) as I've previously thought about and heard the same from other sources. Obvi…

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DEBUNKING "If We Don't Water Down Islam, No One Will Accept It!" Daniel Haqiqatjou 4:07

2y ago4:07

4:07

Daniel Haqiqatjou debunks the myth of "If We Don't Water Down Islam, No One Will Accept It!". Wait, isn't Optimized Muslim about Self Development? Yes, and having a correct understanding of Islam as well as being equipped to intellectually defend traditional Islam is of paramount importance if you are to be a proud and practising Muslim. If you are…

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Sufi Reverberations - The Significance of Witnessings 3:35

2y ago3:35

3:35

A brief overview concerning a lens through which to engage the notions of witnessing and visions.By Anab Whitehouse

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Sufi Reverberations - What Is the Literal Meaning of ...? 4:46

2+ y ago4:46

4:46

What is the literal meaning of: "Mary had a little lamb"?By Anab Whitehouse

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Why do you Work Out? Get "Jacked" and get Good Deeds by mastering your Niyyah (Intention) 12:52

2+ y ago12:52

12:52

Why do you Work Out? Get "Jacked" and get Good Deeds by mastering your Niyyah (Intention) Alif goes to the gym for most of his 20s but he never takes the time to think about and correct his intention for it to be Islamically aligned. His intention may be to simply get "hench" and impress people. Will he be rewarded for all of his time and effort at…

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Sufi Reverberations - From Allah 2:08

2+ y ago2:08

2:08

Three brief accounts that help give expression to the nature of the Sufi Path.By Anab Whitehouse

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Sufi Reverberations - Eight Kinds of People 3:51

2+ y ago3:51

3:51

A brief description of eight kinds of people are given.By Anab Whitehouse

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Sufi Reverberations - Perspective 4:56

2+ y ago4:56

4:56

A statement of intentions concerning the future of the Sufi Reverberations Podcast.By Anab Whitehouse

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Sufi Reverberations - Season 3, Episode 2 4:45

2+ y ago4:45

4:45

A hadith qudsi is given -- and, then, elaborated upon -- that provides an overview of the nature of the Sufi path.By Anab Whitehouse

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Sufi Reverberations - Season 3, Episode 1 2:35

2+ y ago2:35

2:35

Once again, I intend to leap into the mysterious complex of dimensionalities through which we all are manifested and, in the process, travel in a different direction from earlier podcasts, both recent as well as those past episodes that are more distant in time. Moreover, unlike previous podcasts, the offerings that – moving forward – are, God will…

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The Gym Library Productivity Concept - Build your Mind and Body Together 12:09

2+ y ago12:09

12:09

Treat going to the gym like going to the library too. In this video I discuss how I combine my time at the gym with various more passive activities mainly using different forms of audio input such as Arabic vocabulary, Podcasts, audiobooks, the Noble Qur'an and various adhkar (litanies/invocations/remembrances) to make my time there more productive…

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How to Memorise Qur'an (Practical Step by step Method Demonstration) 7:55

2+ y ago7:55

7:55

In this podcast I explain the basic and simple method of how to memorise a passage of the Noble Qur'an for the first time. I have come across various different methods with numbers involved "repeat the first line 8 times" etc - there is no special number to use. You simply repeat each part until you are able to recall it. This is a continuation of …

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Why Non-Muslims Are Converting to Islam - Reaction to Sheikh Abdal Hakim Murad on Blogging Theology 12:53

2+ y ago12:53

12:53

Does the Religion of Islam need to be watered down in order to attract Non-Muslims to it? Link to the Full Blogging Theology Podcast: https://youtu.be/laFLPKZBUZE Sign up for just ONE email per week containing links to the week's blog posts, videos and podcasts packed with tools, tips, tactics and thoughts to help you optimize your life and hereaft…

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Special Announcement Concerning New Podcast 2:06

2+ y ago2:06

2:06

Although, for the most part, the Sufi Reverberations Podcast is not currently releasing any new episodes -- although there some occasional, relatively sporadic postings made through that portal -- this special message has been posted in order to inform you that Anab Whitehouse has joined together with Masake Kane from Senegal to collaborate on a ne…

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Why Muslims Say STUPID Things around Christmas? 18:12

2+ y ago18:12

18:12

Why Muslims Say STUPID Things around Christmas? "The fundamental reason is lacking the requisite mental strength or emotional resilience to be seen as different or strange, to undergo a bit of discomfort..." 00:00 Preview Clips 02:10 Introduction & disclaimers 04:00 The main reason why... 07:50 "not everyone is assertive" 09:20 "My Non-Muslim frien…

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"A Game Changer for Da'wah" - Reflecting on the Mohammed Hijab & Jordan Peterson Podcast 11:00

2+ y ago11:00

11:00

The Jordan Peterson and Mohammed Hijab podcast will in sha Allah be a foundational step towards true, orthodox traditional Muslim being invited on platforms to present the mainstream Muslim view. How many times have we sat back and watched in annoyance whilst a liberal "Muslim" with whacky views is invited on to shows to speak on behalf of Muslims?…

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Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad on Controlling The Ego (Animation) 4:20

2+ y ago4:20

4:20

"Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad warns us that materialism and desire for reputation only leads to anxiety and distracts us from reality, whilst reminding us that criticism, no matter the form, should not make us forget our duty as Muslims" Link to Full Friday Sermon Lecture from Cambridge Central Mosque (clip used for educational purposes): https://youtu…

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#35 Learning Arabic whilst living in the West - Interview with my Arabic Tutor Mohamed Hafez 54:40

3y ago54:40

54:40

Can you actually learn Arabic to a good level whilst living and working in the West? If so, how does one go about this journey? Where do you find tutors? Should you focus on Grammar first? How long does it take an average student to become fluent if they apply themselves? I interview my Arabic tutor with whom I have studied solely for about a year …

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#34 "I want to learn Arabic" - I show you EXACTLY how to start learning Arabic today. No Excuses 6:52

3y ago6:52

6:52

"I want to learn Arabic" - Have you ever said this to yourself or others before? I know I did prior to beginning my journey. As a student (albeit struggling) I show you EXACTLY how to start today. The modern age brings with it problems. We love to bemoan these problems. But what about the benefits? 20 year ago we would not be able to book an Arabic…

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Constitutional Blackholes 10:54

3y ago10:54

10:54

Although I have covered and explored in some detail the extended arguments surrounding the issue of a constitutional standing for people that is entirely independent of both federal and state institutions of governance through other video documentaries that appear on this channel page of DrAnab, I realize that many people might only view or listen …

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