The Truth Behind Unmasking: Being Neurod...

I moved to Canada for three month doing research. I did not expect it to prompt me to do deeper inner work, 

So we’ve all seen the overwhelming content on ‘femininity’ and ‘masculinity’ on our feeds. We are constantly bombarded with people telling us how we should act and what we should wear. From frilly dresses to not watching the news because it ‘dampens’ our femininity, many of us ar ... Show More

In this episode of The Introspective Diaries, I delve into our experiences of being black, Muslim women. While these identities are not mutually exclusive, there are social complexities we face. This episode discusses everything from texturism and colourism to fighting the ‘stron ... Show More

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

On this week's episode, we sit down to discuss the aftermath of the Instagram suspension and the complexities of female friendships. We explore why they can sometimes be challenging, touching on societal pressures, the victimhood narrative, and the importance of accountability. T ... Show More

On this week's episode, we welcome the insightful Rozan (Razan), an intercultural visionary who delves into the complexities of identity, belonging, and the power of self-awareness. Rozan shares her journey of navigating multiple identities as a Sudanese, African, and British wom ... Show More

Starting this podcast was a leap into the unknown—a space where doubt and wonder often took over my thoughts. In this episode, I share an honest reflection on the challenges I’ve faced, the easier paths I’ve taken, and the love I’ve always had for creating something meaningful. I ... Show More

In matters of race and justice, empathy is often held up as a goal unto itself. But what comes after understanding? In this episode, we're teaming up with Radio Diaries to look at the career of a white writer who put herself in someone else's skin — by disguising herself as a bla ... Show More

On this week's episode, we sit down Layla K. Saleh, where we unpack the conventional views on feminism, womanhood, and the intersection of religion and modern societal norms. Layla shares her views on the impact of Western ideologies on Middle Eastern perspectives, the concept of ... Show More

The past few months have been hectic and demanding, but they were also filled with lessons and experiences that I intend to share with you. In this episode, I discuss the scarcity of genuine human interaction and its necessity, the barriers put between you and other people, and t ... Show More

Welcome back or welcome to the as you are podcast -I’m so thankful to have you all here tuning in. In this episode I open up about some of my personal struggles with eating disorders, loss, and some lessons I’ve learned and how faith/Islam became a source of healing for me. This ... Show More

this one is a bit different. normally before i do episodes i have everything all figured out (ok at least i try to). gonna be real with you guys, i don’t have all the answers here. i’ve dealt with this issue for years, and it’s been quite a journey, but i’ve learned a lot that i ... Show More