Zahra talks about the struggles she faced at a very young age, how wearing a Hijab has impacted her international career, the sacrifices her parents have made in supporting her dreams and more.
May 2023
EP 10. How to Survive Strict Parents with Tara Yummy
In today’s episode, Vereena sits down with her guest Tara Yummy, and together they dive into the topic of growing up with strict parents as first-generation Middle Eastern kids. Tara opens up about her challenges, navigating the delicate balance between honoring her cultural heri ... Show More
1h 1m
Aug 2021
Stay Out of My Hijabi Business
The choice to wear hijab is a personal one, but oftentimes, it's also something you need to square with the people in your life. The Cut producer Noor Bouzidi talks with Maryam Jones about being a hijabi influencer and then removing hijab, and with Radiolab's Sarah Qari about the ... Show More
29m 34s
Nov 2019
I Am Zahra Ali
In this bonus episode, the girls are joined by comedian and one third of Facial Recognition Comedy's Zahra Ali to discuss her upbringing, growing up in New Jersey, how she got into comedy, her day job, dealing with immigrant parents, and more! It's a real therapy session! We thin ... Show More
1h 8m
Oct 2024
Redefining Faithful Strength and Self-Belief
On this week's podcast, we sit down with Khadijah Safari, a remarkable figure who shares her journey of self-discovery, spirituality, and the founding of the UK’s first women's only martial arts club. Khadijah delves into her transition to Islam, shedding light on the power of in ... Show More
30m 26s
Jan 2021
Alaa Balkhy: Questioning Identity & Celebrating Culture
Alaa Balkhy is a Saudi creative director working at the intersection of fashion, design, and culture. On this episode of the podcast, she shares her experience as a third-culture kid, her perception of identity, and her efforts to stay connected to and to celebrate her Middle Eas ... Show More
37m 52s
Sep 2024
The DISTURBING Pitfalls of Muslim Girls in the West | Raz Aziz
<p>Young Muslims in the West face a vast array of challenges in coming back to Islam or maintaining their Muslim identity. We interviewed Raz Aziz, a young Muslim leader, social media influencer and student of knowledge who has experienced such a transformation in her Deen, and e ... Show More
35m 17s
Ask your question or share your story Lamaan talks with Nesma ElShazly, founder of stardust P, about the struggles of being a woman in a society that puts a lot of restrictions.لمان بتتكلم مع نسمة الشاذلي مؤسسة star dust PR consultancy عن الصعوبات اللي بتواجهها المرأة في المجتمع ... Show More
