Is it still a dilemma? When does assimilation cross the line into imitation? And what happens when you have a non-Muslim family that observes Christmas? These and many other questions, including above all, how to maintain our kids’ Muslim American identity are on today’s show. Fun fact: This episode was recorded fall 2018 as we started planning the podcast, ... Show More
Jan 2
Resolutions & Reparations
🥳🥳🥳Happy New Year!2025 was hard for me. I'm so grateful for a new year, new slate and I pray yours is even better than I pray for you all.There's a short "episode" today. Big kudos to @faizifortexas running for Texas Comptroller. Do BIG things, y'all, even if you have to do th ... Show More
8m 16s
Sep 2025
Lessons from the Life of Sawdah bint Zama'a (RA)
I'm baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack. Not the end of a horror film, but the end of a troubling journey of work, life and love lost with a happy ending. Don't be scared.I owe you the completion of the Sahabiya Series, so here's this week's episode on Sawdah bint Zam’a (RA), the second wife of ... Show More
32m 45s
Jan 2024
Cultural Update: Kim Davis; Texas Abortion Law Enforcement; Balancing Head & Heart; Should churches be involved in politics?
<p>In addition to our regular weekly episodes, we're starting a new series where we discuss a few current cultural issues that are in the news — and also answer some listener questions.<br/><br/>This week, we discuss:</p><ul><li>Kim Davis' legal fees</li><li>Enforcement ... Show More
36m 6s
Jul 2023
The Firebrand from Damascus (Part 1)
Ibn Taymiyyah is known as the “Sheikh of Islam” to his admirers, and to his detractors, one of the most significant antecedents of modern Salafi Jihadism. Simultaneously a genius scholar, brutal warrior and unflinching polemicist, he is one of the most important pioneers of a mil ... Show More
52m 46s
<p>Last week we talked about modesty and women, this week it's the men's turn.</p><p></p><p>To learn more about becoming a Christian, visit: https://thenewsisgood.com</p><p></p><p>Good news! You can now find FULL video episodes on our YouTube channel, The Fierce Family. Visit htt ... Show More