Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib is one of the most important spiritual and intellectual authorities in Islam after the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). He was the son-in-law and cousin of the Prophet, the fourth of the four ‘rightly guided caliphs’ who led the nascent Muslim community, and the first Shi’i spiritual leader, or Imam.
Considering his importance in the elabora ... Show More
Jun 2025
S2 Ep11: Music from Muslim Lands
Embark on a sonic journey through centuries of melody, tradition, and cross-cultural fusion! In this episode, we dive into the soundscapes of Muslim lands, featuring legendary musician Jordi Savall, renowned for reviving medieval and early music, and Fairouz Nishanova, Director o ... Show More
1h 6m
May 2025
S2 Ep 10: Islam and the Indian Ocean
For centuries, the Indian Ocean has been a vast crossroads of cultures, goods, and ideas - but what role did Islam play in weaving this intricate web of connections? Arab, Berber, Persian and Indian merchants spread Islam from the seventh century onwards across the vast geographi ... Show More
1h 7m
May 2025
S2 Ep 9: Muslims and the Making of Modern Europe
When we think about modern Europe, we tend to think about Muslims as newcomers to the continent. Professor Emily Greble, chair of the history department at Vanderbilt University, turns the tables on this assumption. This episode looks at the Muslim communities that were living in ... Show More
56m 24s
Jan 2024
Imam Ali and the Caliphs (summary)
Explore Imam Ali's dynamic history with the early caliphs – Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman. Sayed Jawad Qazwini delves into differing perspectives on their relationship, Ali's steadfast stance, and challenges faced in Islamic history. Join this insightful discussion on unity within t ... Show More
16m 20s
Jan 2024
I Found Allah through Imam Ali (as) (Ft Sayed Mohammed Hassan Alsheraa)
<p>Ya Ali - Don't miss this mind-blowing episode featuring esteemed guest, Sayed Mohammed Hassan Al-Sheraa, co-founder of Instaahlulbayt, joining us all the way from Dearborn, USA. Together, we delve into the understanding of Allah (swt) through the precious teachings of the ... Show More
56m 21s
Aug 2024
The Secrets of Prophet Muhammad's Life (Ft. Sayed Ali Imran)
<p>Have we truly understood the life of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)? In this episode, we explore the Seerah of Rasul Allah (saww) and how it differs from his Sunnah, the Quran, and the world of Hadith. Our esteemed guest, Sayed Ali Imran, joins us from Canada to discuss how the Seera ... Show More
58m 5s
Dec 2023
Shia Myths of Fatima Al-Zahra (Ft Sayed Ali Radhawi)
<p>In this week's episode, we delve into the third narration of the sorrowful nights of Fatimiya, commemorating the beloved daughter of Rasool Allah (saww). Our esteemed guest, the respected scholar Sayed Ali Radhawi, joins us from the holy city of Mashhad. We explore the Shi ... Show More
47m 50s
Apr 2023
Qadr Nights in the Footsteps of Imam Ali (as)
<p>As the nights of destiny (Qadr) arrive, Muslims around the world seek ways to draw closer to Allah SWT. During Ramadan, the position of Imam Ali Ibn Abu Talib (as) holds great importance, particularly for Shia Muslims. In this podcast, our co-hosts Sayed Ali Radhawi and Ahmed ... Show More
44m 54s